Add some stylish pieces to your wardrobe at one of the many fashion events on this weekend, then dance the night away at an awesome Launch party or music festival! Whether you want to boogie or chillax, we have you covered on things to do this weekend in Brisbane.
Marie Claire Up Late
Clear your schedule, get dressed up in your Thursday best, and alert your fellow fashionistas! Marie Claire Up Late is back for its fifth year running! James Street will once again present the best in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. With more than 70 retailers offering unique specials and promotions, you’re sure to find some gorgeous pieces to add to your growing wardrobe! A girl can never have too many clothes, right? Right!
James St, Fortitude Valley
FREE entry
DATES: 6pm to 9pm on Thursday, April 14
Upstairs Bar Launch Party
Celebrate the end of a tough working week by dancing the night away at the Bloodhound Bar’s official launch party this Friday night! Set against the backdrop of a historical building, the upstairs bar features a live music stage, second bar, wrap-around balcony, lounge areas, standing areas, and more! Let your hair down and rock along to The Midnight Preachers performing live for this special event.
Bloodhound Bar, 454 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley
FREE entry
DATES: From 4pm on Friday, April 15
Medibank Feel Good Program Wellness Day
Take a break from your hectic life and find peace at the Medibank Feel Good Wellness Day this Saturday in South Bank. Anyone participating in the weekly South Bank parkrun should treat themselves to a well-deserved warm down with a free yoga class at 7am. Stretch classes will run from 8am to 11am with qualified instructors from Pure Health Clubs. PLUS, just by participating in a class or even stopping to check it out, you could win some great prizes! Awww yeah.
Little Stanley Street Lawns and The Boat Pool, South Brisbane
FREE entry
DATES: From 7am on Saturday, April 16
The Blurst of Times Festival
The Brightside, The Zoo and The Foundry are joining forces to deliver a wicked one-night event with an impressive line-up not to be missed! Buy tickets now and enjoy a wide range of beats across punk, rock, hardcore, and jangly pop.
Fortitude Valley
TICKETS: $56.10 each (18+ event)
http://thebrightsidebrisbane.oztix.com.au/Default.aspx?Event=61006
DATES: From 4pm on Saturday, April 16
Milton Markets Grand Opening
Late last year, the beloved Red Hill Markets closed and began the hunt to find a new location. After five months of careful planning and incredible support from the community, the markets are re-opening at a brand new spot in Milton!
The Milton Markets Grand Opening is expected to go OFF with more than 140 markets stalls, FREE parking at undercover parks right next door (19 Little Cribb St), brilliant live entertainment, a petting zoo, and much more!
Cribb St, Milton
FREE entry, and FREE parking for grand opening!
DATES: 6am to 12pm on Sunday, April 17
Ceramic Masterclass with Kenji Uranishi
Join artist Kenji Uranishi for his first ever solo masterclass and hear all about what inspired him to work with porcelain. Then get creative and reap the therapeutic benefits as you create your own masterpiece! Learn the intricate method of rolling thin porcelain slabs, cutting 3D forms, and performing decorative techniques such as inlay and using thin lines. Workshop materials will be provided. Beginners are welcome too!
Brisbane Institute of Art, 41 Grafton St, Windsor
TICKETS: $60pp plus booking and transaction fee
DATES: 1pm to 5pm on Sunday, April 17