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Why? The world class QAGOMA is a just a wander away and home to the just-opened Asia Pacific Triennial Kids.

There’s Queensland Museum’s extraordinary Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition, SIX The Musical opens on January 2 and Grease The Musical on January 3 (!),

South Bank’s Summer of Wonder program is in full swing and Streets Beach is free!

There’s cricket at the famous ‘Gabba down the road, soccer at Suncorp Stadium just across the river, the Brisbane international Tennis,

Boxing Day sales and a city that’s bursting with colour and adventures. IMAGERY HERE

It’s ALL ABOUT POSITION 🏩 Rydges South Bank neighbours Brisbane’s acclaimed GoMA, the Cultural Centre, State Library and Queensland Performing Arts Complex.

It’s a breath away from the city centre, immersed in the heart of South Bank and its family of restaurants, bars and open spaces, and just footy kick from The Gabba and Suncorp Stadium.

SUMMER PACKAGES include:

THE HOLIDAY STAYCAY (from $392 – school holidays until 2nd Feb)

Step out to the South Bank Parklands, explore the Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art or soak up the sunshine at Streets Beach, this is the perfect accommodation package to either relax alone or with the whole family! What’s included:

2 or more night’s accommodation (as booked)
$40.00 F&B Credit per night per room
Seasonal welcome treat delivered on day of arrival
Valet Car Parking for one car

KIDS STAY AND EAT FREE (from $359 until 28th Feb)

Make some super cool memories and take the family on a city getaway (the adults will love it too 😉), where the kids stay and eat free! For kids at heart and little ones alike, Brisbane has a fantastic lineup of activities and adventures this Summer. The only problem, is where to explore first? What’s Included:

20% off overnight accommodation for the whole family (2 adults and 2 children under 12, using room’s existing bedding)
Daily buffet breakfast for 2 adults
Daily meals for 2 children (breakfast, lunch and dinner from the kids menu or buffet, when dining in with a paying adult)

RIVER SIGHTS AND CITY LIGHTS PACKAGE (from $311) – the perfect getaway

Experience the city lights of Brisbane’s ever changing cityscape, the majesty of the Brisbane Wheel and the lazy meandering of the Brisbane river from the comfort of your own private balcony. What’s included:

Overnight accommodation with a private balcony and guaranteed River & City views
Hosted breakfast per adult and child booked daily, served in the hotel’s restaurant
A bottle of Australian sparkling wine on day of arrival
Valet car parking for 1 car daily
A late checkout of 1pm

FAMILY STAYS PACKAGE (from $325 – with treats, breakfast & parking)

The hotel is perfectly positioned for a big city getaway, or a holiday at home for families, being bang in the heart of South Bank and just a short stroll from Streets Beach, spectacular shows at QPAC, the Queensland Museum and Gallery of Modern Art’s Children’s Art Centre. What’s included:

Overnight accommodation
Valet parking for one car
Children under 12 stay & eat breakfast free (when using existing bedding and dining with a full paying adult)
Tray of treats for up to two children 12 years and under on day of arrival

The full list of packages at Rydges South Bank are available here Note conditions and limitations apply.

Rydges South Bank

9 Glenelg Street, South Brisbane 4010 – Ph: +61 7 3364 0800 – Website

Rydges South Bank is home to 304 beautifully designed guest rooms including 64 suites all with balconies as well as the signature and award-winning Bacchus Restaurant, and the terraced, rooftop Soleil Pool Bar.

What’s ON

QAGOMA

Exhibitions

30 Nov 24 – 27 Apr 2025                           The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art

14 Sep 24 – 13 Jul 2025                             Asia Pacific Triennial Kids                          

9 Nov 24- 18 May 2025                             Aart Box for Kids – Yim Maline                        

10 Aug 2024 – 17 Aug 2025                       Suburban Sublime – Australian Photography                   

02 Mar 2024 – 27 Jan 2025                       Woods III – Inscriptions and Excavations                   

24 Feb 24 – 26 Jan 26                                 Birds of Passage – Ian Fairweather  & Paul Jacoulet

20 Sep 23 – 3 Aug 25                                  Small Figures                                                    

QPAC

Lyric Theatre

12-24 Dec 24                                              A Christmas Carol                                                       

13-21 Dec 24                                              The Nutcracker

3 Jan – 1 Feb 25                                           GREASE the Musical                                                     

From 8 Feb 2025                                        Sister Act

Concert Hall

6-8 Jan 25                                                   OPERATION OUCH LIVE: Quest for the Jurassic Fart!

10-19 Jan 25                                               360 ALLSTARS                                                    

14 Jan 2025                                                Dionne Warwick – One Last Time Tour                          

17 Jan 2025                                                The Others                                                      

23-26 Jan 2025                                           Snow White                                                       

29 Jan – 7 Feb 2025                                    Penn & Teller                                                      

8-9 Feb 2025                                              Our Classical Favourites                    

10–11 Feb 2025                                          Max Richter – World tour

14 Feb 2025                                                John Williamson 55 Years – My Travellin’ Days are Done!

15 Feb 2025                                                Kate Miller-Heideke : The Telling Tales Tour

16 Feb 2025                                                Singapore Symphony Orchestra : Romantic

17 Feb 2025                                                Brahms & Beethoven (QSO)                         

20-22 Feb 2025                                          The Rite of Spring (QSO)

Playhouse

2 Jan – 9 Feb 25                                           SIX the Musical                                                     

11-16 Feb 2025                                          The Wharf Revue: The End of the Wharf As We Know It

20 Feb – 9 Mar 2025                                  Pride & Prejudice

SOUTH BANK – SUMMER OF WONDER

13 Dec 24 – 27 Jan 25                                 Summer Hub                                                         

14 – 22 Dec 24                                            South Bank Nightly Christmas Parade                        

14 Dec – 22 Dec                                           South Bank Christmas Workshops                     

14 – 22 Dec 24                                            Christmas in the Plaza                                                       

14 – 22 Dec 24                                            South Bank Christmas Carols                        

14 Dec 24 – 27 Jan 25                                 South Bank Maze                                                        

31 Dec 24                                                    The Lord Mayor’s New Year’s Eve Fireworks at South Bank

QUEENSLAND MUSEUM                           BRISBANE

Now – 13 July 25                                         Say Our Name: Australian South Sea Islanders

Now – Aug 25                                              Discovering Ancient Egypt                         

Various Dates                                              Curator Tours of Say Our Name: Australian South Sea Islanders

Multiple Dates                                            Sensory Friendly Event: Discovering Ancient Egypt

14-16 January 25                                       Kids Egyptian and Middle Easter Drumming Workshop 

THE GABBA

22 Dec 24                                                    BNE Heat v ADL Strikers – Men                                                  BBL

29 Dec 24                                                    BNE Heat v Syd Sixers – Men                                                       BBL

1 Jan 25                                                       BNE Heat v MEL Stars – Men                                                       BBL

6 Jan 25                                                       BNE Heat v SYD Thunder – Mena                                                BBL

16 Jan 25                                                     BNE Heat v HBA Hurricanes – Men                               BBL

14-18 Dec 24                                              Australia V India                                               Test Match

8-11 Feb 25                                                 Qld Bulls V NSW – Sheffield Shield           Sheffield Shield

18-23 Feb 25                                              Qld Bulls V WA  – Sheffield Shield            Sheffield Shield

SUNCORP STADIUM

21 Dec 24                                                    Bne Roar v PER Glory                                                    A League

3 Jan 25                                                       BNE Roar v Central Coast Mariners                A League

7 Jan 25                                                       BNE Roar v NTL Jets                                                       A League

31 Jan 25                                                     BNE Roar v West SYD Wanderers                    A League

24  & 25 Jan 25                                           LUKE COMBS                                                                       Concert

21 Feb 25                                                    QLD Red V Moan Pasifika                           Rugby Union

BRISBANE INTERNATIONAL       

29 Dec 24 – 5 Jan 25                                   Queensland Tennis Centre

BRISBANE ENTERTAINMENT CENTRE

20 Dec 2024                                               BNE Bullets V CNS Taipans

27 Dec 2024                                               BNE Bullets v Illawarra Hawks                         

4 Jan 2025                                                  BNE Bullets v SYD Kings                         

8 Jan 2025                                                  BNE Bullets v NZ Breakers                      

11 Jan 2025                                                Bikes & Bulls                                                       

15 Jan 2025                                                BNE Bullets v PER Wildcats

17 Jan 2025                                                BNE Bullets V CNS Taipans                       

18 Jan 2025                                                Paul Smith : Pablo   (Aus & NZ Tour)

26 Jan 2025                                                BNE Bullets v MEL United                        

11 Feb 2025                                                Keshi                                                                 

13 Feb 2025                                                Brian Adams                                                       

15 Feb 2025                                                AEW Grand Slam Australia                     

Tue 18, Wed 19, Fri 21st & Sat 22 Feb     Billie Eilish                                                      

Mon 24 & Tue 25 Feb 2025                       The Drake & Anita Max Win tour

Wed 26 & Thu 27 Feb 2025                      Kylie Minogue                                                     

Fri 28 Feb & Sat 1 Mar 2025                     Chris Stapleton’s All American Rd Show