What’s On This Weekend in Brisbane: Sitchu’s Top Picks

September is drawing to a close, but that doesn’t mean the events are slowing down anytime soon. Fresh new flavours are appearing on menus, and arts and culture events are unfolding around the city.

For weekend plans, hit your local market before making a bakery run to stock your fridge with top-notch produce from local farmers and food artisans.

Scroll on and let’s see what’s on in Brisbane this week.

Italian Film Festival

Still wishing you spent your Aussie winter in Italy? Now, you can escape for spring with the arrival of the ST ALi Italian Film Festival! 

Presented by Palace Cinema, the festival runs for four weeks, with a bellissimo selection of Italian box office hits. Settle in for award-winning films, romantic love affairs and a whole lot of culture. 

Wednesday 24th September to Wednesday 22nd October
Multiple Locations

Whispering Angel Rosé Garden at Customs House

Customs House knows how to throw a party! And by party, we mean an elegant riverside affair, with Whispering Angel rosé flowing, and table settings adorned with pretty pink roses. 

This Spring wonderland pop-up bar is here for a limited time only, bringing you a classic, elegant riverside dining experience that Customs House does best. Sip on pink cocktails and flowing bottles of rosé as you nibble on fresh seafood dishes, most notably, the iconic Moreton Bay Bug croissant. 

Book one of the domes for a chic, private dining experience – there are options for both large groups and small.  This glamorous dining affair sells out every season, so be sure to make a reservation, don your best pink frock and head into Brisbane’s CBD for the prettiest spring experience. 

Customs House, 399 Queen Street, Brisbane

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TotalFusion Chermside Sunset Bathhouse & Beats

If you’re trying to divert your social hour from happy hour, TotalFusion have just launched the perfect event! Bathhouse & Beats is your new favourite way to wind down as the week draws to a close.

 Each fortnight, you can elevate your Friday night with the perfect blend of recovery and rhythm. Move between hot and cold pools, infrared saunas, traditional saunas and steam rooms, before reclining on a daybed with a cocktail or a refreshing tonic from the bar, along with the full food menu. 

To set the mood as the sunsets, live DJs will mix the perfect soundtrack to kick back to as you settle in for a little bit of self-care. 

Friday nights, fortnightly
From $59 per person, free for members
Rooftop Bathhouse, TotalFusion Chermside, Gympie Road

Try This Dubai Chocolate Thickshake

The Dubai chocolate craze is making its way through Australia and the latest dessert to be given a pistachio makeover is Ribs & Burgers’ thickshake. Top off your meal with this decadent dessert or swing by for an afternoon pick-me-up.

What can you expect? Lashings of pistachio paste and chocolate sauce topped with generous sprinklings of pistachio crush and crispy kataifi pastry. It’s here for a good time, not a long time so be sure to pop it on your must-eat list.

Locations across Brisbane, find your closest here

Try Italian Street Kitchen’s Limited Edition Matcha Tiramisu

Could it be possible that our favourite dessert just got better? Italian Street Kitchen has brought two of life’s greatest joys — matcha and tiramisu — together and we thank them for that from the bottom of our hearts. Envisage layers of matcha-infused zabaglione, white chocolate mascarpone, and delicate savoiardi. Or better yet…taste it for yourself. Find more details here.

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Newstead & Westend

Thinking about getting out of town this weekend? Head to our destinations pillar to find out everything you need to know about Queensland’s best vacation spots. Or for more of what’s happening in and around Brisbane this month, check out of monthly guide of fun things to do in Brisbane.

Writer

Lexie Mamo

29 September 2025

Lexie is the Brisbane Editor at Sitchu and has been part of the team since October 2020. Her background lies in fashion eCommerce and content marketing, having worked in digital roles across brands like Lorna Jane, Black Milk Clothing and dk active. A Brisbane native, Lexie covers food, lifestyle, events, and travel guides for the Sunshine State. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, visiting coffee spots or snapping shots of her rescue cat for his Instagram account.