Make your weekend the best it can be by tapping into some local entertainment. We’ve listed 11 possibilities.
1. Taleena Peck
Taleena Peck returns to the old Baptist church alongside fellow indie artists Sarah Harling, Unbranded and Laura Luscombe. This is your ticket to a live and loud night out in Ipswich.
When: Friday August 11, 8pm
Where: Studio 188, 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich
Cost: $12 per person or $10 per person for groups of five or more pre-purchased, $15 per person at the door.
2. FRIDAY NIGHT DRIFT
Strap yourself in, and fuel your need for speed at this practice session for top drivers, newcomers and social drivers. Put your skills to the test at Ipswich’s home of motorsport.
When: Friday August 11. Gates open at 4.30pm with on-track action from 6pm
Where: Queensland Raceway, Champions Way, Willowbank
Cost: Gate entry is $20 per person
3. ESTAMPA
Combining violin, voice, piano accordion and double bass, this group of fiery musicians is known for energetic, internationally-inspired performances.
When: Saturday, 12 August, 8pm
Where: Studio 188, 188 Brisbane Street, Ipswich
Cost: $25 each or $72 for a table of four
4. Learn to act
Ipswich group, S-Troupe, features young performers with disabilities and celebrates its 25th birthday in 2017. They’re hosting a theatre class and festival performance on Sunday afternoon, and it’s free to pop along.
When: Sunday, 13 August, 3pm to 5.30pm
Where: Incinerator Theatre Complex, Burley Griffin Drive, Ipswich
Cost: Free
5. CASINO ROYALE
Support the 1200kms for Kids Charity Bike Ride and raise money for the Children’s Hospital Foundation at this Casino Royale-inspired event. $25 worth of funny money can be gambled at the “casino” and later used to bid on auction items.
When: Saturday, 12 August, 7pm
Where: Orion Hotel, 1 Main Street, Springfield Central
Cost: $50 per person
6. YOGA IN THE PARK
Dagwood dogs are so Ekka – let’s try a downward dog instead. Free yoga for all ages and abilities, designed to keep the community moving as part of the Ipswich City Council’s active parks program. Remember to bring water and a towel.
When: Saturday, 12 August, 7.30am
Where: Spring Lake Park, 55 Burlington Terrace, Springfield Lakes
Cost: Free
7. IPSWICH HERITAGE DAY
Step back in time and experience the Ipswich of yesteryear with presentations, displays and hands-on activities. A special session will look at the iconic corner stores of Ipswich.
When: Sunday, 13 August, 10am
Where: Cooneana Heritage Centre, Redbank Plains Road, New Chum
Cost: $5 per person
8. LIGHT PLAY FOR KIDS
The children’s gallery has been transformed into an evolving light scape where kids can explore their artistic potential. Play with overhead projectors, explore transparency, reflection and shadow and see the gallery through a kaleidoscope of colour.
When: Now until Sunday, 27 August from 2pm to 5pm weekdays and 10am to 5pm on weekends
Where: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Ipswich
Cost: Free
9. CLEARANCE SALE
Bag a bargain at the Jeanswest Clearance Sale with tops, bottoms and accessories at perfect prices. It’s a huge clothing sale in the heart of the Ipswich CBD.
When: Today (9am to 5.30pm), tomorrow (9am to 5pm) and Sunday (10am to 3.30pm)
Where: Ipswich Civic Centre, Nicholas Street, Ipswich
Cost: Free, but you’ll have to pay for the clothes
10. IPSWICH PARK RUN
Put your best foot forward and join the park run movement right here in Ipswich. The 5km run is fun and social – it’s just you against the clock.
When: Saturday, 12 August, 7am
Where: Bill Paterson Oval, Ipswich
Cost: Free
11. HOTROD REUNION
Hundreds of amazing machines on two and four wheels will descend on Queensland’s premier drag racing facility with high-octane action on and off the track.
When: Sunday, 13 August, gates open at 6am with qualifying from 8am
Where: Willowbank Raceway, Champions Way, Willowbank
Cost: $25 for adults, $20 for students with ID and free for children under 13
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