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.

With so much Perth food news going down it's easy to miss a thing or two, but luckily we've got you covered. Here's all the Perth food news you missed this week.

Victoria is jam-packed with beautiful places (all driving distance from Melbourne) where it's easy to forget where in the world you are.

Ready to book your next holiday on miles? Download the app and discover all the ways you can get the best bang—and miles—for your buck. 

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.

Halloween is just around the corner, and our most haunted precinct is gearing up to transform into a playground for all ages with the return of Ghost in The Rocks.

The food and drink news has been coming in thick and fast in Hobart, so we're dropping the latest openings, pop-ups and culinary buzz in one spot. 

Prepare your earplugs (and your chakras) because Tool have just announced they’ll be playing two massive arena sideshows this summer, alongside their headline slot at Good Things Festival 2025

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

Traveloka’s Spring Sale couldn’t have come at a better time.

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

From secret nature trails to world-class art, here’s the ultimate guide to having fun without spending a cent in Singapore.

If you’re keen for a getaway that absolutely throttles you in humidity so that pool dips every hour are a must and where hospitality reigns supreme, the hotels of Bali offer up nothing but the best. 

Time for a cheeky trip filled with sunshine, salty skin and some of the most divine clifftop and beachside bars.

To help inspire your next vacay, weekend activity or just to get you through this school holiday, Urban List has rounded up some of the best things to do with kids in Singapore.

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.

You asked, we delivered.

The Affordable Art Fair is preparing to throw open the doors to its fourth Sydney edition, and this promises to be its biggest and most ambitious event yet.

As the vibrant capital of Japan, Tokyo pulsates with an energy that is truly unparalleled.

The Red Hot Summer Tour 2025 hasn’t even arrived yet, but Red Hot Summer 2026 is already preheating: Paul Kelly has been announced as the headliner of the touring music festival on a run of dates between January and March 2026, with an all-Aussie lineup, including Missy Higgins and The Cruel Sea.

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.

Make no mistake friends, Adelaide has become a melting pot of culture, fine dining and adventure over the past years.

Whether you're a Blink or tagging along for the vibes, here’s how to make the most of BLACKPINK’s Singapore concert in November 2025 without missing a beat.

Feeling wobbly about the future of work? You're not alone. 

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.

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

Following on from their mammoth run across Australia in 2024, the pair have just wrapped up a run across the entire length of the UK—making them the first brothers to achieve such a feat.

Whether you're eyeing Ginza's stylish streets or Asakusa's old-world charm, these are the best Tokyo hotels to check into in 2025

From breathtaking views to bustling festivals, Tassie’s capital city is perfect for a cheeky long weekend or to kick off a road trip around the state. 

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.

​The 13th installment of Universal Studios Singapore (USS) Halloween Horror Nights is set to turn up the dial on terror from 26 September to 1 November 2025. 

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

...Ready for it? Here are the best Taylor Swift-themed events in and around Sydney. 

If you’re feeling major FOMO from all your mates’ Europe plans—same. But here’s a little secret: you don’t need to fly 24 hours to tap into that same dreamy holiday energy.

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. 

We live in spa country. We’ve got some of the best day spas in Melbourne and beyond with Daylesford and Sorrento bringing the goods. Breathe in, breathe out, relax your shoulders, and get booking. Here is Urban List's guide to the best days spas Melbourne and Victoria have to offer.

Pack the snacks, fill the car with good company and start prepping your best good vibes playlist—it’s road trip time. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best road trips in South Australia and all the stops you need to hit along the way.

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

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 $8 craft beers in the CBD to $98 free-flow martinis with oysters, Singapore’s best happy hour deals in 2025 are looking better than ever. Here's where to drink for less without skimping on vibes.

Returning for a third year Now or Never has made a clear mark as Melbourne’s freshest festival of bold art and new ideas. Here's what to catch, and even a hot tip for a freebie.

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.

For those getting married in Adelaide, it feels like the possibilities are never-ending.

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

It’s official, Elton John, Foo Fighters, Lewis Capaldi, Alan Walker, G-Dragon, CL and more stars are set to headline the Singapore Grand Prix. Here’s who else you can expect to see.

Whether laid-back tiki vibes, family-friendly fun or golden-hour glamour is your scene, these Sentosa beach clubs have got you covered. 

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.

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. 

 Next-gen artists lighting up the city, tropical islands, ancient rainforests and sun-soaked afternoons await.

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

To celebrate the highly anticipated new season, the cast (and outcasts) are being summoned to Sydney for Wednesday Island, a one-night-only, gloriously gothic fan festival taking over Cockatoo Island.

The Coach Coffee Shop opens in Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa’s new Weave precinct, serving up grilled cheese, wagyu hotdogs, and a chilli crab soft serve exclusive to the location.

Get ready to ditch your summer holiday plans, Tomorrowland spin-0ff CORE is officially coming to Melbourne. 

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

The pull of a mid-year trip seems to get stronger as the Celsius drops, but there’s a silver lining to staying grounded. Western Australia has plenty of places that tap into the same escapism.

Dreaming of a European escape but don’t have the time (or budget) to hop on a long-haul flight? Good news—some of Aotearoa’s most stunning spots give serious Euro vibes.

This is your ultimate guide to where to watch NDP fireworks in Singapore for 2025. We’ve listed everything from hotels with the best firework views to bars that’ll have you sipping under the sparks. 

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

Sydney night owls and thrill-seekers get ready. This is one party you won't want to miss.

Explore Fiji's best activities for every type of traveller in 2025.

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.

If there’s one guarantee in this life, it's that there's always something to do in Melbourne—even when the temps start dropping offensively low.

Feast your way through SG60-themed dishes, score staycay deals, or just be in the know about all things red and white.

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. 

Marine creatures, moon jellies and a 36-metre-wide ocean panel? Oceanarium at Sentosa, Singapore, has opened to public on 24 July 2025. 

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

When a stiff winter breeze whips at your ankles as soon as you step outside, the decision to stay indoors is a no-brainer.

Bendigo has seriously diversified its portfolio since its opulent gold rush era. Now with an impressive food scene, buzzing creative community and regional charm aplenty, it's the weekend getwaway from the city you need to take. 

Everywhere to eat, stay and play in Bali this year. Thank us later.

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.

Victoria’s 2025 cultural calendar is brimming with food, music and art festivals. Grab your mates, hit the road and get ready to eat your way across Victoria.

Whether you’d prefer fluffy clouds of kakigori melting in your mouth or a succulent piece of tonkatsu, these Tokyo restaurants have you covered.

The celebration of art, light, music, and cutting-edge technology has returned for its fifth edition, with more kaleidoscopic installations, late-night gigs set to trippy projections, and a new program of dining events. 

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

Round up the crew because Christmas in July Festival is back, bringing a decadent slice of European Christmas down under. 

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

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.

The latest NSW Budget is big news for our festivals, films and creative industries.

Adelaide is a bustling melting pot of eclectic wine bars, Nonna-approved pasta joints, vibrant markets and an inspiring arts scene that has so much for visitors to uncover.

South Australia is blessed with some of Australia’s most beautiful beaches but did you know it’s also home to a slew of gram-worthy natural swimming pools? These are the best natural swimming holes in South Australia.

Long gone are the days of Perth’s winter hibernation, where the city streets were quiet and it was blissfully easy to score a premium table at your favourite foodie hotspot. These days, a winter in Perth means sipping on vino fireside in cosy wine bars, watching chefs fire up hearty steaks in open kitchens, and devouring curries that warm you from inside.

Picture a holiday in Fiji and chances are you’ll end up daydreaming about a beach. 

Redfern’s pumping new precinct, Wunderlich Lane, is marking the winter solstice with a bold, pleasure-focused festival running between Monday 16 and Sunday 22 June.

If you are on the hunt for the best camping spots South Australia has to offer, you're in for an absolute treat. Once you’ve sipped your way through the Barossa and ticked off the wine trail, it’s time to swap cellar doors for starry skies and get your tent ready.

A magical immersive world of light, colour and bubbles is coming to Sydney with Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience.

From multi-million dollar Netflix remakes to collabs with some of our favourite brands, the world's biggest stars are jumping onboard the anime craze—and now you can, too.

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

If the bright lights and crowds of people are getting a little too much, these are the best day trips to take from Tokyo in 2025.

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. 

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. 

Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema is making its highly anticipated return to Tanjong Beach from 8 to 25 May 2025.

Want an unfettered farmstay experience? Bluestone Ridge is the real deal, this 800 acre cattle farm is tucked away in Victoria's High Country and is the serene escape you're after.

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

BASSINTHECITY is a free pop-up event that'll get you warmed up for BASSINTHEGRASS, the Northern Territory's biggest music festival.

Whether you're into soul-shaking jazz, gritty punk, dreamy indie, or dancefloor-ready beats, these are the Vivid gigs that you won't want to miss. 

Everything you’ve heard is true: the pavements heave, the pubs swell, and the queues might just make you faint. 

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.

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.

The west really is best and we want to keep it that way, so we asked local biz owners to share how they take care of the environment. 

Winter just got cheesier. From 15 May to 22 June 2025, Fed Square transforms into a snow-dusted French alpine village for Fondue Chalet—the city’s most indulgent winter pop-up from the team behind Melbourne’s cult-favourite Raclette Igloo.

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

Brace yourself.

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

Every foodie knows that Singapore is a culinary epicentre—thanks to its innovative restaurants, award-winning bars, and hawker centres boasting Michelin awards. But beyond the usual food haunts, there’s a bucket list-worthy gastronomic experience you’ll want to get familiar with—supper clubs!

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. 

Embracing the essence of Euro summer, we’ve partnered with the grazing board gurus at Sandhurst to add a dose of la dolce vita to your arvo plans this month.

Between the gleaming skyscrapers and perfectly manicured gardens lies a paradise for savvy travellers. Let's dive in, shall we? 

This destination diner in the Southern Grampians is the very essence of local, Victorian dining. And it doesn't hurt that the surrounds are stunning.