At least 10 things to do this weekend
It’s almost the weekend and between long lunches and comedy shows, champagne evenings, and christmas markets - there’s something for everyone.
Published: 21 Nov 2024
Photography: Castle & Crown
1) GET YOUR CARTS READY: at the 2024 Billy Cart Challenge for a day of downhill thrills, family fun, and plenty of food, trophies, and prizes (Sat).
2) SIP & SAVOUR: your way into the weekend at this bespoke Champagne Tasting evening (Fri).
3) UNCOVER THE BEST OF THE BUSH: with the Bush Christmas Exhibition, a 10-day celebration of rural creativity. From handmade gifts to gourmet treats, this is your chance to shop unique, meaningful creations from outback artisans (All weekend).
4) STEP BACK IN TIME: at the Jondaryan Woolshed with The Fun of the Harvest. Enjoy a weekend of horsemanship, sheep shearing, blacksmithing, rides, bbqing and damper (Sat & Sun).
5) FEAST: with NRL royalty at this Sportsman’s Lunch with Shane Webke & Darren Lockyer (Fri).
6) LAUGH THE NIGHT AWAY: with the return of favourite british comedian Bill Bailey with his his trademark musical stylings and characteristic wit (Thu) or winner of Fringe World’s Best Comedy Weekly, Heath Franklin’s Chopper (Fri).
7) DISCOVER SOME TREASURES: at this Endless Edit Pre-loved Fashion Market Pop-up (Sun) or this high-end pre-loved clothing Fashion Open Studio (Fri & Sat).
8) CATCH A GIG: at one of the live performances happening around town, such as Ethan Bielefeld, “Pearl Jam and Smashing Pumpkins Tribute Show”, The Rusty Pickup’s “The Summer Mail Tour”, Jindalee Jazz Orchestra, Classic Rock Live, or The Australian Voices, album launch (All weekend).
9) SPREAD THE HOLIDAY CHEER: and kick off the festive season early with the Toowoomba Hospice Christmas Carols evening (Sun).
10) WINE & DINE: with celebrity Chef Matt Golinski over groumet award-winning produce at the 2024 RASQ Dinner (Sat).
11) SPREAD THE SPRINKLES: and celebrate Fairy Bread Day in support of The Pyjama Foundation and empowering Aussie kids in foster care (Sun).
