Springfield Markets
The markets are on for Australia Day, so hop on down to Robelle Domain Parklands at Springfield. These markets usually start at 3pm, so they’re kicking off an hour early today.
WHEN: 2pm-8pm
WHERE: Robelle Domain Parklands, Springfield Central
COST: Free entry
Australia Day Free Tribute Show
The Prime Ministers of Australia are slated to perform two hours of Aussie classics, featuring tribute band Whole Lotta ACDC. Things keep rolling in the sports bar with 9 Lives from 9.30pm.
WHEN: Doors 6pm, show 6.30pm
WHERE: Brothers Leagues Club, Wildey St, Raceview
COST: Free entry
Family Funday at Racehorse Hotel
Beat the heat this Australia Day at the Racehorse. A dunk tank will be set up so bring a towel if someone in the family is a good shot because you will end up in the water. Lamington and pie eating competitions for adults and children are also planned. There will be Aussie themed specials.
WHEN: 11am-4pm
WHERE: Racehorse Hotel, 215 Brisbane Road, Booval
COST: Book a table on 3212 3222
Free entry to Ipswich City Council pools
If things are heating up this Australia Day, it’s fine to take the family to any Council-owned pool – free of charge. Pools are at Bundamba, Leichhardt, Goodna and Rosewood, and free entry time is between 10am-4pm. There will even be a lucky door prize to be won at each pool.
WHEN: 10am-4pm
WHERE: Bundamba, Leichhardt, Goodna and Rosewood pools.
COST: Free entry
Flavours of Summer
Spicers Hidden Vale invites you to indulge in a truly unique food festival showcasing the delicious variety of food and beverages that summer in Queensland has to offer.
The inaugural Flavours of Summer Gourmet Festival celebrates fresh produce, suppliers and retailers from across the local region and offers guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in unique Australian activities.
Today’s events include:
- All day: Home-made ice cream of the day
- All day: The Perfect Party Co. lawn games
- 6.30am-7.30am: Adventure Walk
- 7am-11pm: Coffee tastings
- 8am-5pm: Land Rover test drive
- 10am: Sourdough masterclass
- 3.30pm-5pm: Cheese and bubbles masterclass
- 4pm-5pm: Cocktail making class
- 5pm-5.30pm: Market garden tour
- 5pm-6.30pm: Backyard cricket
- 6pm-7pm: Aperol chacuterie hour by the pool
- 7pm-9pm: Chef’s Aussie barbecue dinner around the barn
- 9pm: Moonlight cinema – Australia
WHEN: January 8-28
WHERE: Spicers Hidden Vale, 617 Grandchester Mount Mort Rd, Grandchester
COST: Varies per event
Built for Speed
Design, build and race your Lego hot rod, dragster or supercar down rad ramps and slick tracks. Modify your ride for extra speed then re-race your turbocharged wheels for ultimate victory.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until February 18
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: $5 per person or $15 for a family pass (admits up to five people. Must include at least one adult). Free for under 2s.
Movies in the Park: Moana
In ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by the Demigod Maui reaches an impetuous chieftain’s daughter’s island, she answers the ocean’s call to seek out the demigod to set things right. Rated PG.
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Colleges Crossing, 408-492 Mt Crosby Road, Chuwar
COST: Free
Straya Day Pool Party at Orion Hotel
A live Australian rock tribute band, swimming pool with pool bar and a rock, paper, scissors comp with a $500 first prize. It’s all happening at Orion Hotel’s Straya Day Pool Party. Bikinis and boardies welcome.
WHEN: From 10am
WHERE: 1 Main Street, Springfield Central
COST: Varies
19th & 20th Century Works
View some of the finest pieces from the Ipswich Art Gallery’s collection of 19th and early 20th century fine art and folk art, as well as contemporary works reflecting Ipswich’s heritage.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until October 14
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: Free entry
Australia Day at CSI
Enjoy Matti Biskit in the afternoon and 2 Tones in the evening. There will also be Australia Day specials and games throughout the day.
WHEN: From 10am
WHERE: Club Services Ipswich, 5A Lowry Street, North Ipswich
COST: Free
Australia Day at Jets
Beer, BBQ and Band. Celebrate Australia Day at the Jets with local band “SUPER DEXTA”from 4pm. There will also be a BBQ with deals and drink deals
WHEN: From 10am
WHERE: Jets Leagues Club, 15 Downs Street, North Ipswich
COST: Free
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