Here are some of the best things happening in Brisbane this weekend, from new openings to cosy winter dining and more.
1. Be dazzled by the multisensory Dopamine Land experience
Get ready for an exciting adventure at Dopamine Land in Uptown. After a successful launch in the UK, this immersive experience has arrived in Brisbane. Prepare to be dazzled as you navigate interactive environments, admire glitzy decor, and participate in fun games.
2. Relax and rejuvenate at a brand-new bathhouse in Albion
This Saturday, July 29, The Bathhouse Albion will officially open its doors. The luxe European-inspired bathhouse features hot and cold pools, a traditional sauna, multiple infrared saunas, a Finnish sauna with a fireplace, a tiered steam room, a float room, and more.
3. Head out to the Scenic Rim for the Winter Harvest Festival
To wrap up what’s been a massive Scenic Rim Eat Local Month is the Winter Harvest Festival at Kalbar this Saturday. Here, you’ll be able to try local produce and goodies from the Scenic Rim, as well as enjoy cooking demonstrations, live music, and more.
4. Check out a new comic book-inspired cocktail bar
Nestled within Fortitude Valley’s lively California Lane, this latest addition to Brisbane’s nightlife scene is a comic book-themed bar brought to you by the masterminds behind the beloved superhero-inspired venue, 1st Edition.
5. Enjoy an evening by the fire at Sirromet Wines
As the chill of cooler weather settles in, our evenings find us wrapped up tight to ward off the cold. But that doesn’t confine us indoors entirely. Winter picnics are indeed a choice option, especially when nestled by a cosy fire at a winery, enveloped by verdant vineyards. Sirromet Wines beckons once more with its seasonal vineyard experience—mulled wine, charcuterie, and the comfort of your own firepit await.
6. Dine in an igloo by the Brisbane River
These snug riverside igloos offer the ideal dining retreat for the chilly season, complete with heaters, blankets, and plenty of champagne and delectable bites to savour.
7. Take the kids to a circus show
The Pink Flamingo Spiegeland has been bringing pops of colour to our evenings since it opened at Northshore Brisbane in late 2023. Up until now, though, their cabaret and burlesque-inspired shows at the Brisbane and Gold Coast venues have only been geared toward adults. Circus Fun House, on the other hand, is a kid’s circus show, and it’s taking over the pink Spiegel Pavilion every Saturday from 11.30am to 1pm.
18. Putt your way through this adults-only mini golf night
Gather the gang and head to The Jungle Adventure Play in Tingalpa for their adults-only nights, which are held every Saturday evening from 5 to 8pm.
9. Catch a movie at the cinema
From vintage theatres to cutting-edge multiplexes, there are plenty of places you can go see a movie on the big screen in Brisbane.
Here’s our guide to the best cinemas around Brisbane
10. Hit the trails near Brisbane
South East Queensland is home to some of the most breathtaking hikes in the country, there’s no denying it. Just a short drive from Brisbane, you’ll find national parks galore full of trails and walking tracks that you can tackle: a lot of them boasting spectacular views and nature therapy.