At least 10 things to do this weekend
It’s almost the weekend and between international performances and melon festivals, nrl showdowns and country shows - there’s something for everyone.
Published: 13 Feb 2025
1) CELEBRATE SUMMER: and try your hand at melon skiing, melon bungee or melon tossing at the bi-annual Chinchilla Melon Festival (Thur - Sun).
2) STEP INTO A REGENCY ROMANCE: as Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice takes the stage in this dazzling Queensland Theatre adaptation (Thur).
3 & 4) KICK OFF THE SEASON: as the Broncos take on the Titans in a high-energy NRL Pre-Season Challenge at Toowoomba Sports Ground (Sun). OR MEET THE PLAYERS: at the Broncos Fan Day, featuring community activities, an open captain’s run, and the chance to get up close with your favourite stars (Sat).
5) START YOUR DAY INSPIRED: as CreativeMornings Toowoomba returns after a five year hiatus, bringing together thinkers, makers, and storytellers over coffee and conversation (at the time of writing there are a limited number of tickets still available) (Fri).
6) SETTLE IN: for an afternoon of live music in the Newtown Park / QLD State Rose Garden as part of the city’s 2025 Summer Tunes program (Sun).
7) HEAD TO THE THEATRE: for a night of music and storytelling with the award-winning Kate Miller-Heidke and her Telling Tales Tour; blending pop, opera, and folk, her signature vocals and sharp wit (Fri).
8) RIDE THE RAILS TO THE CLIFTON SHOW: Step back in time aboard a heritage steam train from Drayton to Clifton, with tickets including entry to the Clifton Show and transfers to the showgrounds (Sat).
9) CELEBRATE LOVE & VALENTINE’S: and check out one of the many restuarants and cafe’s around town (you can find our directory here), or check out one of these V-Day events, like this Galentine’s Party at the Tatts, or the The Rock’s Lonely Hearts Hoedown with musician Mack Gieger (Fri).
10) GET LOST IN THE ILLUSION: at Theatre of Magic, an intimate 44-seat show at the Empire Theatre featuring some of Australia’s top magicians and illusionists (Sat).
11) SWAP, SELL & SIP: at National Beer Can Swap Day, where collectors and enthusiasts come together for a day of trades, raffles, and refreshments. Don’t miss a special appearance by the Courage cabinet, featuring legendary Footy Stars (Sun).
12) DANCE YOUR WAY BACK TO THE 70s: with Best of the Bee Gees: Saturday Night Fever Show, a two-act performance of their greatest hits, and the disco anthems that defined an era (Sat).
