Novotel Brisbane South Bank
Mirror Mirror on the wall… who’s the fairest of them all? Be transported to the land of fantasy in Ballet Theatre Queensland’s brand-new production of Snow White. With choreography by Artistic Director Clare Morehen and music by Cr. Lucas D. Lynch, this promises to be a stunning production of a fairy tale favourite.
Step into the Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show for a world of culinary exploration. Whether you’re tracking the latest food trends, excited about discovering new products or looking to connect with emerging producers, the Show is your go-to destination for food and wine discovery in the Sunshine State
Happily, Ever after? Never. GRIMM, the latest tour de force from Shake & Stir Theatre Co beckons you into a world where fairytales are reimagined with a profound intensity. Be warned – these bedtime stories may cause nightmares…
Adapted by Nelle Lee, directed by Daniel Evans and costumes designed by Australian fashion icon Paul McCann.
Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin, who is smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blond who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of the friendship… until the world decides to call one “good”, and the other one “wicked”.
SparkLab at the Queensland Museum is an interactive, science, technology, engineering and maths space, aimed at children aged 6-13 years. Putting the fun back into science, children can discover over 40 interactive exhibits across three fun-filled zones. At the lab, kids can, quite literally, see giant sparks of electricity generating in a glass globe, observe magnetic liquid and witness live scientific experiments. If these aren’t enough mind-blowing activities for you, you can also enter Science on a Sphere, from which you can watch clouds move across the world in real time, spot how a cyclone starts to form and circle the sun.
To celebrate the 10 year anniversary of GOMA, this permanent installation illuminates the building from within in a variety of colours. Constantly moving over the course of 88 minutes, different intensities of hue and colour make for a unique spectacle on a grand scale.
Guided by an expert, you’ll be instructed through yoga poses, with a focus on breath and mindfulness practices you will:
– Deepen your connection with your body and with compassion
– Develop your sensitivity to your breath and energy
– Cultivate emotional and physical wellbeing
Attend this morning yoga session on selected Sundays, and enjoy the many benefits while surrounded by incredible artwork.
Brisbane’s very own Eat Street Northshore, is finally back, and we couldn’t be more excited! Hamilton’s iconic riverfront shipping container dining precinct, featuring delicious food, drink and live music is set to stay. Eat your body weight in Brisbane’s best savory and sweet delights while jamming out to some sweet tunes. There’s over 100 shopping containers to delight your taste buds, two entertainment stages as well as an outdoor cinema. In addition to plenty of tables and food court style seating, you’ll also be able to lay down for a picnic on some fresh astro-turf or even hire a private dining nook. Make your way to Hamilton, for a very unique dining experience.
Brisbane is a great city to see on foot and a great place to start is Novotel Brisbane South Bank.
Just minutes to so many of the must see sights and attractions, guests can enjoy one of the expertly designed tours already available on GPSmyCity.com or create their own and not miss out on some of Brisbane’s well known sights and also some of its best kept secrets.
Here are just some of the choices of tours available:
Enjoy this gentle stretch and guided breathing mindfulness session and practice quieting the mind, while immersed in art and the tranquil surrounds of the Gallery after dark.
Guided by an expert, enjoy the benefits of this mid-week mindfulness session and engage with art in a relaxed special after-hours atmosphere when the Gallery is closed.
Learn to calm the over-thinking and worrying mind, invest in your physical and mental wellbeing and empower yourself with breath and movement.
Want to know more about one of Australia’s most visited and dynamic art galleries?
Interested in discovering the stories behind some of the most popular historical and contemporary artworks?
You will be informed about the Gallery’s past, starting from its inception in 1895 to its current presence across two architecturally acclaimed structures. The guided tour will provide captivating information about various artworks, including those by First Nations, Australian, and renowned international artists. The experience culminates with a pleasant lunch at the GOMA Bistro, situated by the river.
Departing from Brisbane, the day cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can spend the day exploring Tangalooma Island Resort, with your choice of touring activity. Spot local marine life on the Marine Discovery Cruise, snorkel the famous Wrecks or enjoy the ATV quad bike adventure ride. Packed with all of the day trip essentials, it is is a great way to experience your choice of unique touring expedition in nature’s playground. Get your tickets now for the Day Cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island from Brisbane.
Unlock this extraordinary and truly unforgettable one off experience by booking through the use of your Accor Live Limitless rewards points.
Brisbane has always had a lively scene of farmer’s market’s, with almost one per inner-city suburb. These days, you can find much more than just in-season, fresh Queensland fruits & vegetables. Many farmer’s markets also have stalls exhibiting local arts & crafts, delicacies and food trucks. All of this combined with live music and Brisbane’s glorious winter sunshine make for the perfect day out. So grab your market bags, sunhat & family & friends and enjoy some of Queensland’s most diverse markets!
Brisbane City Farmer’s Markets (Brisbane City)
Jan Power’s Farmer’s Markets (New Farm)
Milton Markets (Milton)
Boundary Street Markets (West End)
Davie’s Park Markets (West End)
Kelvin Grove Village Markets (Kelvin Grove)
& many more
Following their spectacular performances this year across Europe, in Western Canada and at the recent PowerTrip Festival in California, iconic British band IRON MAIDEN will be bringing THE FUTURE PAST TOUR to Australia next year. This will be the first return to Australia since the band touched down on Ed Force One for their 2016-17 The Book of Souls Tour.
Brace yourself for an outrageously cheeky evening with one of Britain’s best-loved comedians in this delightful new live show experience from David Walliams.
Expect wickedly funny tales, beloved characters, and a glimpse behind the curtain at never-before-seen moments from Walliams’ storied career, all served up with his signature wit and charm.
From his iconic characters in Little Britain and Come Fly with Me to his hilarious storytelling in best-selling books like The Boy in the Dress and Gangsta Granny, David Walliams’ comedic brilliance has captivated audiences of all ages over the past two decades.
Australia’s queen of comedy, Celeste Barber, has announced a 2024 Australian tour of her new show Backup Dancer.
Backup Dancer promises to tackle a range of big political topics from freeing nipples and inappropriately texting therapists, to what it would really be like to be Taylor Swift’s backup dancer. A night of jokes, hilarious storytelling and a lot of high kicks.
Global superstar J Balvin will bring his world-renowned live show to arenas in Australia and New Zealand this September, with five massive dates in Auckland, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth as part of his upcoming Que Bueno Volver a Verte Tour (It’s Good To See You Tour).
Are you ready?! Following massive sold out shows across Europe, UK and the USA in 2023 – which should come as no surprise for the Greatest Band That Ever Played on Planet Earth – GRAMMY®-winning dynamic duo Tenacious D, featuring Jack Black and Kyle Gass, will bring their Spicy Meatball Tour down under to Australia and New Zealand in July 2024!
It’s been a long time coming, but Australian heavy metal pioneers Parkway Drive are finally coming home.
Inarguably Australia’s most successful heavy metal export, Parkway Drive formed in Byron Bay in 2003. The band will return to home soil this September for their first headline tour since 2018. They’ve been home since then but have exclusively headlined festivals, including Good Things 2019, Knight And Day in 2021, and performed at the inaugural Knotfest Australia in 2023.
Experience the inspiring life story of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Featuring more than 20 of her iconic songs, including “Simply the Best”, “River Deep – Mountain High” and “Proud Mary”, this smash-hit musical is bringing Australian audiences to their feet night after night.
With critics calling it “a rock music spectacular” (Limelight) and “breathtakingly exciting” (ArtsHub), this heart-pumping production is guaranteed to raise the roof at the Lyric Theatre!