Things To Do

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.

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

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?

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.

Here are the best things to do in Brisbane this weekend. 

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. 

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

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.

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

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

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 festival of art, light, music and cutting-edge technology, confidently returns in July for its fifth edition, promising more kaleidoscopic installations, late-night gigs set to trippy projections and a cracking new program of dining events. 

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

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.

Calling all Bluey fans—the hugely popular Bluey’s World is opening its doors for longer in Bluey's hometown of Brisbane.

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.

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

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. 

Victoria Park’s Candyland Putt Putt is back for a sugar-coated day out.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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

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. 

It's the perfect excuse to jump in the car, directly support the primary producers that feed us, and take in some fresh countryside air.

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.

Home to urban art galleries, craft beers bars, and an eclectic mix of Kiwis, Dunedin's far more than New Zealand's 'student city'. 

Tucked away on Japan’s southwestern island of Kyushu, Fukuoka thrives in the understated—a mix of old-world craft and neon-lit nights where every bite and every hidden corner convinces you to stay a little longer. 

Here are 50 of the absolute best things to do in Brisbane, whether you’re a local or not. 

Cheese lovers, get excited because MOULD: A Cheese Festival is returning to Brisbane for three days of cheese, wine and food in 2025.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Whether you’re a full-blown bibliophile or someone who simply enjoys a good page-turner, chances are you’ve come across The Dictionary of Lost Words.

A gathering of salty locals, big time heroes and future legends.

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

As part of their epic 2025 program, the GOMA team are turning the gallery into an enourmous indoor stream. 

From situationships to first dates and catch-ups with your mates, here’s how to date differently in 2025. 

We're hosting a first-home buyers pop-up complete with expert property panel, DJs, and a stack of freebies. 

This northside institution has always been a go-to, but after a stunning revamp, it’s next-level.

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

We’ve rounded up the best workshops and art classes across Brisbane/Meanjin where you can switch off, unwind, and enjoy some creative downtime.

The West End Electric has just added a private hot tub room to their seating options—and it’s a vibe. 

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

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

Sail through the slew of new year birthdays and anniversaries with these tips for budget-friendly celebrating.

Your go-to guide for maximising your time off in 2025. 

Here's what's open on the 27 January public holiday in Brisbane. 

Here are some of Brisbane's most romantic and spontaneous spots to take bae (or your fellow singles) this Valentine’s Day.

We’ve done the hard yards to track down the the best hidden waterfalls Brisbane's nearby regions have to explore, so you don’t have to. 

If you’ve got a head swimming with (seemingly) useless facts, trust us—Brisbane's best trivia nights are your time to shine. 

We've rounded up some of Brisbane/Meanjin's best book clubs to check out this year. 

Move aside, rom-coms: we’re upping the standards for date night goals everywhere with the top spots for mini golf Brisbane has to offer.

Amateur sleuths assemble! Here’s your chance to flex your Houdini muscles within a nice, safe environment at one of best escape rooms in Brisbane. 

Rediscover Brisbane’s Portside Wharf and the very best places to eat, play and enjoy in the beloved waterside village. 

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

One of our favourite east side Thai restaurants is dishing up a night of bottomless bao for just $39 per person.

Ahh, summer in Brisbane. A period when the only reason you leave the air conditioning is to dip your toes into South East Queensland’s beautiful rivers, creeks, lakes, waterfalls and beaches. 

From the institutions that we know and love to small neighbourhood venues, these are the best live music venues in Brisbane.

We’ve sussed out everything you need to know to ensure you’re ready to hit the the ground running in 2025.

We’ve put together a list of the best New Year’s Eve parties in Brisbane so you can dance your way into 2025 in style.

Make tracks to Victoria Park to try their brand newly refreshed Toptracer Driving Range, where you can swing a golf club and then sip a cocktail or three. 

Together with the legends at BINGE, we're hosting exclusive movie screenings on gravy day.

Live your best life poolside this summer. 

Expect a true feast for the senses.

We’ve come up with an absolutely cracking Brisbane gift guide that'll snag you bragging rights as Santa this festive season.

It's time for the most festive road trip ever. 

Every Sunday night showing at Dendy Cinema Powerhouse is now dog-friendly, complete with puppy snacks on the menu from Fur Kids Bakery.

This running rookie and his recent adventure of a lifetime are proof that a desire for positive change and a bit of initiative can take you a long way. 

Brisbane might not be known as a beacon of literary culture, but our fair ol’ city has more than a few secondhand and independent bookstore gems if you know where to look for them. 

If you’re in search of immaculate vibes on your next big night out, we have the perfect venue for you.

All you need are some wheels, good mates, and one unlucky designated driver.

With so many restaurants to choose from, here are six to tick off in and around the precinct. 

Ah, Roma, who can resist the everlasting charm of the Eternal City? It’s a place where you’ll find old-world beauty at every turn, endless museums to explore, so many spirits to be sipped and cacio e pepe is always on the menu.

Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.

Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.

Bridgerton fans, you're going to want to hear about this. 

Discover the top summer festivals in Queensland, from music and food festivals to cultural celebrations. Find out where to go, what to do, and how to experience the best of Queensland’s summer festivals.

If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is heading back to town.

No matter the health of your post-silly season wallet or your ability to swindle that extra week of leave, these 2025 travel trends will ensure that the next holiday in your calendar is one to remember.

Every city has something to offer, so we’ve leaned on our editors to give you those juicy, affordable recommendations.

Short of trawling through endless gig guides it can be hard to keep track of who’s coming and when, however—so we’ve done it for you, and cherry picked all the unmissable Brisbane concerts coming up this year.

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate. 

Known for its sprawling mansions, thriving entertainment industry and palm-studded streets, Los Angeles is a natural celebrity habitat. To give you the best chance of clapping eyes on Hollywood’s rich and famous, we uncovered 10 of the top spots for VIP sightings. 

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

This summer, the Westin crew are launching a series of pool parties at their swim-up pool bar, and you’re all invited. 

Christmas lovers, brace your elves, because Victoria Park is turning their putt putt course into the ultimate Christmas wonderland this festive season.

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

‘All I want for Christmas is’…permission to shop. Well, you’re in luck, because we hereby grant you permission to spend your Christmas bonus (and let’s be real, your ‘savings’) on homemade local goodies under the Brisbane sun and stars. And what better way to do that than hit up all the Christmas markets Brisbane has to offer?

With the first stage of Queen's Wharf set to open later this year, we’re slowly starting to get more information on what we can expect from the precinct.

Winter’s finally packing up and the lure of an outdoor getaway has never been stronger.

Brisbane-bred, globally prolific production house, Strut & Fret have opened a permanent new Brisbane theatre in West End.

The world would be a far better place if there were more festivals like Ability Fest, but for now, we can relish in the fact that the country’s most inclusive event is making a triumphant return this October, taking over not just Melbourne but making an exciting debut in Brisbane.

Experience a taste of Roma in Brisbane with Pilloni’s limited edition coffee-infused cocktail, crafted in collaboration with Lavazza. Pair it with authentic Italian dishes for an unforgettable dining experience.

Sick of spending your weekends on your home turf? Time to schedule in a day trip and explore more of what our incredible part of the world has to offer. Here are the best day trips to take from Brisbane.

Prefer sinking skee balls to dropping it on the dance floor? Read on. No playing around: we’re here to give your nights out an official level up.