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Our pick of all the awesome things happening this weekend in Brisbane!
The weather in Brisbane has begun to cool down, and we’re almost out of public holidays for the first part of the year, but that doesn’t mean the fun should end. The weeks ahead are full of events spanning wellness, arts, culture and more, so don’t go into hibernation too early.
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.
Affordable Art Fair
Returning to Brisbane in 2025 is the Affordable Art Fair, an event that welcomes more than 3.1 million art lovers, and has been known to sell up to 568,000 pieces of art! It’s the perfect opportunity to nab a stunning piece to furnish your home, or find the perfect gift for that person who is impossible to shop for.
Spanning all styles and genres, 50 independent galleries will take part in the Brisbane Fair, selling pieces priced between $100 to $10,000.
Thursday 8th May to Sunday 11th May 2025, 12:00pm to 5:00pm
Brisbane Showgrounds Exhibition Building, 601 Gregory Terrace Bowen Hills
GourMay Mary Valley Food Program
Experience the best of the region’s beautiful produce during the GourMay Mary Valley Food Program–one of Brisbane’s most underrated foodie destinations. Just 45 minutes inland from Noosa is a region rich in fertile soil and microclimates that provide the perfect conditions for producing absolutely beautiful food.
The program is bursting with food, art and cultural events that allow you to experience the best of this area, and discover a whole little world that you didn’t even know existed in the Mary Valley.
Saturday 10th May, 9:00 am to 3:00pm
Free entry
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Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025
In need of a laugh? Say no more. Over 350 hilarious acts are taking the stage in May, as part of the Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025! Spread across four of the city’s most iconic venues, local and international acts such as Arj Barker, Chris Ryan, Emma Holland and so many more.
Wednesday 23rd April to Monday 5th May
Various locations
Bluey’s World Has Been Named One of Time’s World’s Greatest Places
This just in: Bluey’s World has been named in Time’s World’s Greatest Places in 2025.
Make your little ones dreams come true with the ultimate play date at the Heeler House! During your visit, you’ll help bring one of the Garden Gnomes to life, with the help of the mischievous fairies. Then, help the Gnomes have the best day ever by heading into the house to play with Bluey and Bingo!
There are games, puzzles and clues to solve along the way that ensure this experience provides non-stop entertainment, laughs and joy.
Until 14 September 2025
$64.90 per person
Northshore Pavilion, 281 MacArthur Avenue Northshore, Hamilton
Feel Good Program
Get fit for free this season, with an outdoor exercise program that will get your blood pumping! South Bank is continuing its partnership with Goodlife Health Clubs to bring 13 classes per week that suit a range of abilities.
Each class is led by an experienced Goodlife trainer and ranges from mat pilates, Zumba, Body Balance, Abs Butts & Thighs and more.
Plus, Saturday morning participants can enjoy a free coffee to get their energy fix before (or after!) their workout.
Free admission
Saturday 1st March to Thursday 1st May
Flowstate & the Boat Pool, South Bank Parklands
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.
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