Things To Do

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.

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. 

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

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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 all the best events happening on the Sunshine Coast this month.

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. 

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.

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

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. 

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. 

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.

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

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.

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.

Fringe World 2025 officially returns this year more dazzling, sparkly and wonderful than ever, with a tonne of local and international artists ready to blow you away with an unbelievably diverse range of shows to suit any genre you’re after. 

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. 

Expect a true feast for the senses.

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.

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

If you’re up the top end of the Sunshine Coast and looking for things to do in the bustling hub that is Noosa, we’ve got you covered.

Ready for the most blissful of winter breaks and to indulge in all things island life? Visit Rottnest Island this chilly season and say hello to a slice of local paradise.

Thought 2024 couldn’t get any more culture-infused? This month, Logan Art Gallery and Art Gallery of New South Wales have come together to fill our schedules with a Queensland-exclusive exhibition of Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio—and entry is totally free. 

Experience Brisbane’s ultimate bottomless feasts this winter with stunning alfresco dining options. 

As wedding season approaches, the search for the perfect venue heats up. On the Gold Coast, two venues are making waves: The Bower Estate and the newly launched Kwila Lodge.

When the New York Times names a city in their 2024 places to go, you pay attention—there’s something bold going down.

Forget mineral plunge pools in Budapest and steamy saunas in Switzerland, Brisbane’s latest luxury bathhouse is where you’ll find the ultimate sanctuary for R&R this winter.

If you decided that 2024 is the year you prioritise study or have been thinking about making a career change–it isn’t too late to turn those aspirations into a reality.

It's been a big week for train catchers and bus riders everywhere. Here's everything going on with Queensland’s public transport right now. 

From culinary adventures to incredible live music gigs under the stars, these are the best Sunshine Coast events and festivals to check out. 

There's no better way to spend a sun-soaked arvo in Brissy than with your favorite drop and a smorgasbord of treats—so don’t sleep on this year’s return of Providore Park to Roma Street Parkland.

Hiking, wine-tasting, and panoramic views await you just a few hours in any direction from our city.

From walks and hikes to tasty eats and the Sunshine Coast’s most scenic mountain view, here are all the best things to do in Maleny and Montville. 

This year's Sony Alpha Awards just landed, so we’ve sussed out some truly incredible places across Australia and New Zealand—to inspire you to pick up your camera and snag the winning shot. 

Check out these five scenic drives within an hour of Brisbane that will fulfill those desires for a road trip, without having to pack a bag.

From lush rainforest landscapes to windswept coastlines, hinterlands and beyond, there’s no doubt that a road trip is one of the greatest ways to explore the Sunshine Coast.

We’ve rounded up eight of the best Sunshine Coast indoor playgrounds and some extra adventure centres to keep the kids entertained indoors.

With some of Brisbane City's best restaurants, bars, and eateries joining forces for the entire month of June, we’ve rounded up the events that are topping our 2024 Dine BNE City hit list.

A melting pot of cultures, epic entertainment, endless adventures, and breathtaking nature, there’s so much to discover in Logan.

Here on the Sunshine Coast, we are so lucky to have so many stunning walks and hiking trails close to our home, so go on—lace up your hiking boots and celebrate the incredibly beautiful place that we live in.

The temp might be dropping but your social calendar needn’t take a hit, with HOTA serving up some truly epic events well worth braving the cold for. 

From melt-in-your-mouth pastries to international eats that will take your tastebuds around the world, here’s our non-negotiable hit list next time you plan a day trip to Logan. 

Whether it’s a long lunch with family or an intimate evening degustation, Scenic Rim Eat Local Month has over 40 experiences with next-level dishes to tuck into. 

This year, Dine BNE City is kicking off their month-long food festival with Fireside, a culinary exploration under the stars at St Stephen’s Cathedral. 

Whether you’re looking for an eventful vacation or a leisurely cruise along the shore, there’s a road trip across this spectacular country to suit your style.

There’s no better way to experience the city than from above.

Ah Caloundra, you beautiful southern end of the Sunshine Coast, you.

The joys of being a parent can sometimes be a little, ah, overshadowed, when the kids are expressing their sheer boredom and you’ve exhausted your allocation of trips to the playground. 

Driving with the petrol light blinking in your face could be last year’s problem.

We teamed up with our mates at Webjet and Zip to uncover some of 2024’s coolest travel destinations that will make all your mates jealous.

 Here’s four fun things that’ll convince you to Come Alay Around at Topgolf this Easter. 

We asked our crew to share their top sun safe things to do this summer, from outdoor films to art galleries.

We’ve searched far and wide to find you some of the best walks on the Sunshine Coast, and we think we’ve found a few gems.

With 2024 already proving to be a banging year on the sports and events calendar, TWO4SEVEN is here to serve as your luxury, on-the-ground travel concierge.

Nestled along the stunning Kirra Beachfront, Native State is the Gold Coast’s premier bathhouse destination offering steam and soak experiences that are guaranteed to have you feeling in a state of zen. 

If you’re craving la dolce vita but couldn’t afford Euro summer this year, we’re bringing the sunshine your way instead. We’ve teamed up with Peroni to bring you a slice of the good life from the best Amalfi-inspired spots all over Sunshine Coast.

Attention all summer beach lovers, The Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Series returns for a massive 11th season in 2024 ready to delight and inspire with stunning agility, skill and team spirit.

The Sunshine Coast has undergone such a cultural evolution over the years, and perhaps no area more so than Caloundra.

The best Sunshine Coast waterfalls are only a short drive and hike away.

Excitement lies beyond your comfort zone, so when the time arrives to plan your next date, get a little spontaneous with our list of the most romantic date ideas on the Sunshine Coast that aren’t just dinner and drinks.

Dust off your dancing shoes and check out these themed festivities,  fireworks cruises and swanky seaside sippers to celebrate New Year's Eve on the Sunshine Coast in 2023.

Forget feeling the sand between your toes, get your grey matter straight into the deep blue and experience the best snorkelling on the Sunshine Coast.

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

It's perplexing to consider the whopping 530 million containers that end up in landfill in our sunny state alone each year—fortunately the superheroes at Containers for Change are bravely fighting the fill, encouraging small local businesses to get creative and actively protect our precious planet. 

Whatever suburb you’re in, however far you’re keen to travel (or not), there’s plenty of houses packed with blinking LED goodness ready for your gawking. 

If there was ever a time to shop local on the Sunshine Coast, it's now.

Round up the crew, book in that annual leave and make tracks to the Sunshine Coast’s most unique accommodation—The Crocodile Hunter Lodge. 

We’ve put together your ultimate 72 hour itinerary. 

Longing for an unforgettable, sun-drenched Italian getaway but cost of living stopping you from living your best Euro life? Thanks to Peroni Nastro Azzurro, we're giving you and four of your besties the chance to win an unforgettable Italian-inspired escape worth $10,000 to help you live la dolce vita.

The Enchanted Garden, presented by Royal Caribbean, returns this 23 November to transform Roma Street Parkland into a light-filled playground.

Instead of sweating through the shopping centre crowds, how about this year you vow to purchase all your presents from local stalls at markets. 

Explore the iconic footwear that has influenced fashion, design and culture with Sneakers Unboxed. 

A little food, a lot of adventure and some cliche sightseeing spots for the tourists at heart. If you're visiting the Sunshine Coast for the first time, consider this your spotter's guide.

Vision Australia and Seeing Eye Dogs Australia are asking for a favour in looking after their gorgeous eight-week old pups, and we have no doubt that you, like us, are wondering if it’s really them doing us the favour.

Not all camping spots are made equal, which is why we’ve taken it upon ourselves to whip up a definitive guide to the best camping spots on the Sunshine Coast,

Heading over to Singapore with the family or simply love all things nautical? Home to more than 100,000 beautiful and distinctive marine creatures, S.E.A Aquarium Sentosa is a must visit on your next vacay to Singapore. 

Grab your best scavenging mates, pool your pennies and jump in the car because we’ve hunted down the Sunshine Coast's best op shops.

Ring in the new year with a delicious lineup of events on offer at Hyatt Regency. 

Not only does QLD have an abundance of stunning beaches, we’re also home to red-sand country, national parks and ancient rainforest. 

Powerhouse of food and drink on the Gold Coast, The Collective is bringing a slice of the Mediterranean for the next 12 months to its rooftop bar with an exclusive Lemon Lounge by Bombay Citron Pressé. Already known for its delectable lineup of Mexican, Greek, Asian, American and Italian cuisines, the Mediterranean-inspired rooftop is the place to go for mouth-watering feasts and exclusive cocktail offerings from 4-9pm on weekdays, and 12pm til late on weekends.

Surfers Paradise is getting a huge—and well-deserved—facelift, and the City of Gold Coast want your feedback to help to make it happen.

Bring your tastiest bottle of wine, a careful selection of nibbles and your inner Frida Khalo as you enjoy the best paint and sip spots on the Sunshine Coast.  

To get you mapping out your cultural itinerary for the next few months, here are some of the unmissable cultural events in New South Wales to soak up this year.

We’ve scrounged together 30 of the best things to do on the Sunshine Coast that are fun, sometimes tasty and maybe even free.

Here’s where to spoil your dad this Father’s Day on the Sunshine Coast, no matter what kind of dad he is. 

Grab a mate, tie up your apron and dig your hands into some clay at six of the best pottery classes on the Sunshine Coast.

We want to help you live the dream in WA, so we asked the passionate locals who call it home to share all their must-visit experiences across this stunning state. Dive into our guides to the best places to play, eat and stay, steeped with local knowledge and all the tools you need to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Call over your dog, grab the leash and get ready to take off into the sunset—here are the best dog-friendly walks on the Sunshine Coast.

Get out and about at this inner-city destination this winter.

In honour of Australia’s beloved Archibald Prize crossing the century mark, the Art Gallery of New South Wales is digging up 100 years’ worth of award-winning portraits to take you on a dazzling trip down memory lane.

To help you start mapping out your next New South Wales adventure, we’ve rounded up a bunch of the most exciting events to mark in your diaries.

Thinking about tying the knot? Then you might want to check out our gorgeous round up of the best Sunshine Coast wedding venues.

The Glass House Mountains are a true hidden treasure of the Sunshine Coast hinterland region with cultural significance and natural beauty. 

Searching for a unique and sophisticated space for your next birthday or work event can be tricky business. Fortunately for us, there’s a recently refurbished five-star hotel joining the ultimate party mix: Hyatt Regency Brisbane. 

The flight across the ditch takes just over three hours, making Auckland an ideal destination for your next long weekend away. You can understand the street signs, and banter with locals, all while trying local cuisine and breathing new, fresh air.

Presented by Darlinghurst Theatre Company and HOTA this award-winning musical is a theatre experience you must catch.

The Hinterland Craft Beer Festival is back this month, bringing together the best of local breweries, live music, food trucks and Eumundi good vibes.

Providore Park is set to take over Roma Street Parklands from 8–9 July. Here, you’ll be able to experience culinary delights of all kinds, all while basking in that gorgeous winter sun. So brush off your favourite shopping basket and gather your best mates, this one's going to be one of the tastiest times of the year. The best bit? Entry is free. 

Here’s the best places to go whale watching on the Sunshine Coast and beyond. 

Set yourself a pledge to give back. Volunteering your time and effort is a rewarding, warm-fuzzy experience. The positives are endless: you’ll experience a sense of purpose, learn new skills, and connect with cool new peeps.

Auckland never ceases to amaze. Vibrant eateries, exciting experiences and luxury stays are all just a beat away in the heart of Auckland. Look no further, at just over a 3-hour flight, it's perfect for a weekend escape. 

Prepare your thrifting skills because Vinnies stores throughout Queensland are putting on an epic three-day sale where you can 50% off everything. 

On the hunt for an unforgettable spectator experience? Here are some of Sydney’s most significant sporting events this year that you simply can't miss.

Throughout June, the restaurants and bars of Brisbane City will unite to provide food lovers with a procession of delicious flavours.

Dine BNE City is about to take you on a month-long culinary journey that will make all your mouth-watering dreams come true.

Whether mum is a French cuisine lover, feasting fan or just happy she’s not cooking for once, here’s all the best Mother’s Day dining specials on the Sunshine Coast.

Taking inspiration from the ultimate authentic addition to any meal, Cholula Hot Sauce, we spoke to the founders of Cartel del Taco in Brisbane,  Marco Ramirez And Erick Martinez, to dive a little deeper into what the day is all about and their favourite ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.

Two things that often go hand in hand are live music and alcohol. From festival benders to a quiet beer at catching your new favourite band, seeing live shows can feel synonymous with having a drink—but it doesn't have to be that way.