Things To Do

We’ve uncovered a luxurious lineup of local road trips that feel like a slice of Italy, the Alps and beyond.

From 1 October to 31 October, six of our favourite restaurants across Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are dusting off the dishes they’ve been keeping under wraps.

From weekend produce markets to late night artisan pop-ups, here are all the best Brisbane markets that are worth visiting.

Because nothing beats cracking into a pint at your local brewhouse, these two epic Brisbane spots are slinging locally brewed craft beers, delicious eats and good vibes. 

We’ve got a stacked lineup of the upcoming theatre shows Brisbane is scoring soon that’ll have you snapping up tickets.

From secret supper clubs to underground raves, the message is clear: it’s time to put down your phone and dive headfirst into real-life connection, flavour, and vibes.

Clear your calendars and charge your cameras, crew—the biggest photography festival of the year is back.

If your feed is currently filled with Euro summer snaps but your bank balance is screaming “nope,” we have good news for the wanderlust-seekers out there.

The vibes in Noosa are immaculate and the dishes are bucket list-worthy.

What better way to spend a day off than at Brisbane's favourite cafes, restaurants and bars?

Raise your steins at the best Oktoberfest parties and celebrations happening around town this month.

With spring in the air, there’s no better time to rediscover the beauty of our own backyard.

New York is a state of great escapes, and Pam Hendry knows it well.

Pack away the play dough because we’ve got you covered with the best things to do with kids in Brisbane.

We've cherry-picked all the unmissable Brisbane concerts coming up this year.

Whether you have a couple of hours airside transiting to your next destination or you’re lucky enough to make a day of it in Jewel, we’ve sorted your next layover at Changi Airport in Singapore.

The three month pop-up has one goal: to rekindle the love we once had for Surfers Paradise.

How untrained and unorthodox home cooks are ushering in a new wave of food enthusiasts.

Sure, vacays are great—but let's be real, they’re SO much better with our four-legged friends in tow.

Whether you’re chasing a city staycay, a beachside break, or a nature retreat together, these dog-friendly stays are fit for two and four-legged luxury.

If you’ve been hitting the group chat with "we should catch up!" but haven't gotten around to making plans yet, consider this your sign to finally lock something in. 

CMC Rocks QLD’s back for 2026, and boy, are we geared up for this one.

The sun is shining and the birds, but it’s not officially spring in Brisbane until Customs House unveils their pop-up rosé garden bar.

Whether you're on the hunt for designer steals, unique vintage gems or everyday wardrobe staples, here's where to get thrifty.

Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 to kick off our spring season with her honey-sweet vocals and soul-filled lyrics. Touring her upcoming album The Art of Loving, the singer has just announced her Australia and New Zealand tour dates. Here are all the details.

Brisbane Festival is returning in September 2025 with another epic lineup of art installations, theatre, live music and everything in between.

Featuring over 300 pieces of work from the world’s most influential street artist, this immersive experience will blow your mind.

Back with bite, the fourth edition of Night Feast will see some of Brisbane’s best restaurants serve up one-time-only dishes at Brisbane Powerhouse.

Fire up that group chat and get planning because Riverfire is returning to Brisbane with a bang in 2025.

Delete that socks purchase from your cart and treat Dad to some quality time this Father’s Day.

Swing if you dare through this hair-raising course full of ghoulish decorations, wicked hole designs, and plenty of ‘gram-worthy moments.

From drag pagaents to adults-only bubble shows and river parades, these will be the hottest tickets in town.

Closer than Bali and less crowded than Fiji, New Caledonia is the ultimate island escape.

We Aussies are a pretty healthy bunch, so it's no wonder we host some of the best fitness events in the world—these are the best fun runs, marathons, triathlons, obstacle courses and ocean swims in Australia coming up in 2025. 

This dreamy dining and drinking playground is set to be tastier than ever, and the best part is: entry is completely free. 

From easy trails for your best old boy to tougher climbs for exuberant pups, we’ve got every canine covered.

The queen of pop-rap herself, Doja Cat, is coming to Australia and New Zealand later this year with the Ma Vie World Tour.

Your favourite summer festival is returning with big beats, big energy, and big changes. 

From the usual suspects like Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore to more unusual offerings like Haw Par Villa and Changi Jurassic Mile, here are the best things to do in Singapore.

Discover your dog's travel style, plus a few travel tips and score $2K towards your next vacay together.

With a forecast of crisp sunny days and good times on the agenda, there’s endless places to play and stay in this literal slice of paradise.

Pull up your calendar and block out a weekend (or seven) and tune into some unmissable festivals coming to our corner of the world. 

Perfect for family holidays, solo sojourns, or a getaway with your mates, Flight Centre just dropped a stack of Singapore hotel deals, so get planning on your next overseas getaway.

From croissants to tiramisu and cocktails to cheesecake, there are plenty of ways to get your strawberry fix outside of the RNA.

Looking for Brisbane cafes, bars, or restaurants that are open on the Ekka public holiday? We've got you sorted.

Dig out the CamelBak you bought in 2001, invest in some super tough band aids, and drop your adventure pin on any of Australia's best hikes and walks. 

You don't have to be a sailing fanatic to head to Hamilton Island Race Week. 

Your go-to guide for maximising your time on-board.

When he's off the field, Darcy Moore's finding his next favourite plate, place and pour across Australia. 

Calling all Bluey fans—the hugely popular Bluey’s World has refreshed the iconic experience in Bluey's hometown of Brisbane.

Keep yourself busy (and dry), even when the forecast is looking a little soggy. 

We all need connection, but sometimes it's easier said than done. So we asked "full-time chatter" Tommy Casha for his advice on getting through.

We asked Collingwood Captain Darcy Moore where he hits when he’s off the field and heading out in his hometown.

Mark your calendar, here are some of the exciting upcoming developments across Brisbane to keep an eye out for. 

Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest event is returning to the Gold Coast and Brisbane in 2025 and we could not be more ready.

Through a combination of cost-cutting techniques and selective use of annual leave, you can increase the number of holidays you go on in your lifetime without sending your miscellaneous bills through the roof.

Read widely and read deeply by scouring the shelves at Brisbane's best independent and secondhand bookstores. 

If you really want to win over your love, it’s time to step up your date game with these date ideas in Brisbane.

Vive la Brisbane and channel your inner Francophile at Brisbane's best Bastille Day celebrations. 

Some nights, we go all out: entree, main, sides, dessert. Other times, all we want to do is meet up with our mates over a plate of nibbles and call it dinner. Here's your chance. 

Round up the crew, get the playlist sorted, and pick a designated driver because these are best things to do in Tamborine Mountain. 

These are the Brissy restaurants that don’t just deliver on taste, but are a feast for the eyes. 

This experience-led social living hotel offers oh-so-much more than a place to lay your travel-weary head.

Settle into a sunshine state of mind with this epic staycay. 

Queensland's 2025 Triple Bill brings audiences three ballets in one—the perfect ballet introduction for newbies.

The iconic annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is back with a fresh program in 2025.

The global phenomenon that broke Netflix records, sparked countless Halloween costumes and gave an all-new meaning to ‘red light, green light’, is gearing up for one final twisted, terrifying round.

If you’ve got an encyclopedic knowledge of everything from pop culture to world history, clear your calendar on Wednesday 16 July—because we're throwing the ultimate trivia night, and you’re invited. 

Whether you’re a devoted dog-parent, or someone who just happens to drop laps around the local dog park in hopes of scoring a couple of pats—listen up. 

A quick trip to Redland’s Coast is never a bad idea.

If you’re searching for the ultimate shopping destination—one that combines epic eats, events and top-tier fashion—we’ve got you covered.

We've found a range of things to do around town while keeping your wallet in your pocket. 

Now there are two reasons to get to the airport well ahead of your departure time.

The sell-out Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is officially bringing its magic to Brisbane this month.

We’re all for stretching a night out—especially when the cocktails are dialled up, the bites are bold, and buzzing entertainment induces napkin-swirling and tabletop boogies.

There's a new reason to rise before the rooster and it's full of music, pastries and coffee. 

A stunning island destination just two hours from Brisbane, where the reef starts right from the beach, you can swim with turtles, manta rays and sharks, and you can fall asleep to the sound of the waves crashing right outside your glamping tent? That’s just what you’ll find at Lady Elliot Island.

Between some seriously breathtaking natural gems, uber-exciting eats, and a range of stays to satisfy all kinds, Townsville has quickly become one of the country's best places to explore this year. 

From cosy homewares and winter fashion to affordable beauty products, these dupes prove you can live like a baller on a budget. 

It’s a full itinerary in The Garden City.

Ballet Preljocaj is bringing a reimagined Swan Lake to Brisbane, transforming Tchaikovsky's musical masterpiece into a modern tragedy. 

Just a short flight from Australia's Eastern Seaboard, Auckland is close enough for a quick escape, but far enough to reset your rhythm—this is how to make the most of it in 72 hours.

Brisbane’s hottest food fest is back for its fifth year, serving up 100+ exclusive offers and one-off events from the city’s top bars and restaurants.

Every year, the humpback whales come to town with plenty of ways to experience the magic first-hand.

From casual Friday to Sunday lunch with the gals, good denim works for every occasion.

Sandy McIntyre is the actor, writer, producer and model making waves across Australia’s creative scene. We picked their brains on the best of what to do in Sydney this winter season. 

In a region where the sunscreen industry is eternally booming, why not shake things up with a day on the ice?

Paniyiri is back with plenty of Greek goodness to go around.

If there’s one person who knows how to make the most of a weekend in Sydney, it’s the powerhouse NRLW player, sharp-witted commentator, and podcast co-host Millie Elliott. 

From rainforests to art deco terrace homes, treat yourself to a retreat among picturesque surroundings this Easter. 

Leave the banana peels at home becauswe these are the best go-karting tracks around town.

With this year marking the event’s 20th anniversary and its biggest program to date, Sydney Comedy Festival is set to roll into town for a month of cracking jokes. 

Queensland's leading food and drink festival, The Curated Plate is back for 2025—with a stacked lineup of over 60 events. 

Treat the woman who does it all the way she deserves. 

Taking place on Friday 30 May within the enchanting Grounds of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Fireside will take your tastebuds on a decadent journey with dishes and tipples from Brisbane’s most celebrated venues.

Here's your ultimate Eat, Play, Stay guide to the Barossa Valley with Andy Allen.

Yep, those pop-up igloo bars alongside the Brisbane River are back for 2025.

The Scenic Rim's Eat Local Month is back, hosting over 120 culinary events from late May to June. 

It will be joined by awe-inspiring works in QAGOMA’s upcoming free exhibition.

Get your nosh on, your caffeine hit, or something stronger if you fancy.

So you’re ready to take the leap and buy your first home? Here’s how to find the right place to fit your lifestyle, your future, and your community.

From a solid brekky fix to post-movie feeds, we've rounded up the best family-friendly spots to hit on your next fam outing.  

Keen to up the romance? Digital creator Aichark Robertson shares her fave local spots for date night.

Whether you’re planning a first date, an anniversary, or a sweet surprise for your special someone, organising a date that makes them swoon (and scores you some serious brownie points) is always a win.

The suburbs are back and they’ve had a major glow-up, blending state-of-the-art design, liveability, affordability, and modern convenience like never before.

With Mother’s Day around the corner, here's how to celebrate Mum in Brisbane. 

Here are the pubs in Brisbane putting on a traditional game of two-up this ANZAC Day. 

Certain things in life just work together in perfect harmony, like a live symphony orchestra playing the soundtrack to your favourite film.

Australia and America’s biggest names in wellness are set to touch down in Brisbane at The KAILO Summit.

From decadent high teas to epic Easter egg hunts, here are the best things to do in Brisbane this Easter.

For those on the hunt for a cultural experience rich with all things history, people, stories, and nature, Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) should be top of the list. 

From epic eateries slinging farm-to-fork produce, to nature-filled adventures and glittering beaches, here’s where you need to visit around the Moreton Bay region this weekend. 

Go behind the scenes of LA's biggest icons to explore the other side of the city of angels.

Staying in is having a serious moment, and dinner parties are getting a glow-up this year. 

Your guide to finding more soul-nourishing moments in 2025.

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

The Scenic Rim’s beloved sunflower farm is reopening their gates to welcome visitors back in May for a glimpse of their million sunflowers.

World Science Festival Brisbane is back again with an insane lineup of events, workshops, and activations. 

Singapore has so much to offer that even a short stopover becomes its own holiday. Uncover the hidden gems of this incredible country—you might just find that you want to stay longer.