Hiya! The weekend’s already here, got any plans this weekend?
Ditch the Netflix binge and say hello to an unforgettable weekend in Brisbane! We’ve got the inside scoop on the hottest events, hidden gems, and budget-friendly adventures. Plus, discover how a positive mindset can supercharge your studies and learn clever budgeting hacks to stretch those student dollars. Let’s dive in and make this weekend one for the books!
Importance of a Positive Attitude for Students
School’s a battlefield these days. Between homework, extracurriculars, and social pressures, it’s no wonder students are feeling overwhelmed and burnt out. It’s easy to fall into a negative spiral, questioning your abilities and doubting your worth. But what if there’s a simple, yet powerful tool that can change everything? What if a positive attitude can actually unlock your full potential, improve your health, and even lead to greater happiness? Let’s dive into the transformative power of positivity and how it can empower students to thrive, not just survive. Read More
What’s Happening
🎵 Live Music
Sat 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Eumundi School of Music Mini Festival | Eumundi School of Arts Hall | ~$35 | Link
Sat 7:00 PM | Pink Pony Club Gold Coast | Miami Marketta, Gold Coast | ~$20 | Link
😋 Food
Sat-Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sirromet Wine Experiences (Wine Flights & Tasting) | Sirromet Winery, Mount Cotton | ~$30 | Link
Sat-Sun 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Eat Street Northshore | Hamilton Wharf | ~$6 | Link
Sun 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Father’s Day Buffet Breakfast 2024 | 248 King Ave | ~$15 | Link
Sun 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Laneway Pizza Party | Albion Fine Trades | ~$24 | Link
🎭 Culture
Fri 5:30 PM | GOMA FRIDAY NIGHTS – Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses | Gallery of Modern Art | ~$36 | Link
Fri – Sat 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Dopamine Land: A Multisensory Experience | Uptown | ~$24 | Link
Fri 9:30 PM – 3:00 AM | Brisbane KPOP Night | Sky and Lotus | ~$12 | Link
Sat-Sun 5:45 PM | Lightscape Brisbane Festival | City Botanic Gardens| ~$40 | Link
Sat 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Recycled Beach Plastic Mosaic Art | Point Lookout, QLD | $25 | Link
Sat 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Fundamentals of Beekeeping | Dunwich, QLD | $20 | Link
Sat 9:00 PM – 3:00 AM | Bollywood Brisbane Riverfire Special | 206 Wickham St | ~$38 | Link
Sat 10:00 PM | Briz Beats_ Afrobeat/HipHop/RnB/Amapiano | Sky and Lotus | ~$30 | Link
Sun 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM | OUT on TOP – Launch Party Ft James Alexandr [SYD] | Lina Rooftop | ~$24 | Link
Sun 1:30 PM – 6:30 PM | Oasis Sundays | City Botanic Gardens River Hub | ~$29 | Link
🙌 For Free!
Fri – Sun 9:00 AM | Gold Coast Show 2024 | Broadwater Parklands Marine Parade Southport | Free | Link
Fri – Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM | iam Straddie Arts Trail | Stradbroke Island | Free| Link
Fri – Sat 10:00 AM – 9:30 PM | Quandamooka Festival | Goompi – Minjerribah | Free | Link
Sat 3:00 PM | City Sounds | South Bank | Free | Link
Sat-Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Twenty: Two decades of Queensland photography | State Library of Queensland Online | Free | Link
Sat-Sun 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Australian Art Collection | Queensland Art Gallery | Free | Link
Sat 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Meet the artists – Motherhood Is… exhibition | Soul Lodge | Free | Link
Sat 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Digging up the past | The Beach Hotel Stradbroke Island | Free | Link
Sat 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM | Connective Tissues workshop | Soul Lodge | Free | Link
Market Guide
Friday
🫛 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Fri 5-9pm | Link
🍈Bite Markets | Nolan Drive, Morayfield | Fri-Sat 4pm-10pm | Link
Saturday
🍅 *West End Market | Davies Park, West End | Sat 6am-1pm | Link
🍇 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Sat 10am-9pm | Link
🥔 *Kelvin Grove Village Markets | QUT Urban Village | Sat 6am-1pm | Link
🍌 *Rocklea Markets | 385 Sherwood Rd, Rocklea | Sat 6am-12pm | Link
☘️ Powerhouse Markets | Lamington St, Newfarm | Sat 6am-12pm | Link
Sunday
🍠 *Collective Markets | Little Stanley St, South Bank | Sun 9am-4pm | Link
🍉 *Riverside Markets | Cnr Alice & Albert St, City | Sun 8am-3pm | Link
🍏 Michelton Farmers Markets | Blackwood St, Michelton | Sun 6am-12pm | Link
🥭 *Northey St Organic Markets | 54 Northey St, Windsor | Sun 6am-11am | Link
How to Make a Budget Plan for College Students in 4 Easy Steps
College life is exciting, but it also comes with financial challenges. From tuition fees to everyday expenses, managing money can feel overwhelming. But don’t worry! With a little planning and smart choices, you can create a budget that works for you. Let’s explore practical tips and tricks to track your spending, cut costs, and even save some cash, so you can focus on enjoying your college experience without the financial stress. Read More
Photo by Mikhail Nilov
Weekend Ideas
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👩🍳 | Cook | Bacon & Vegetable Pasta | Link
👀 | Watch | The Frog | Link
👂 | Listen | Taste – Sabrina Carpenter | Link
🧑🎓 | Learn | SmartLess | Link
Brisbane’s Favourite Teams – upcoming Finals!
🐎 | Brisbane Broncos v Redcliffe Dolphins | Suncorp Stadium Sat 5:30pm | Tix | Watch (Rugby League)
🦁 | Brisbane Lions | Week off to prepare for finals
Weather
Aug 29 – Sep 4, 2024
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