What's on in your state this weekend!
TASMANIA
If you’re a citizen of fair Tasmania, then chances are you have heard of the Uni Revue. Well, you can lay any fears or doubts you may have had to rest – we're back in 2016 for our massive 69th Revue! Bigger, stronger, less explodey. This is the promise we have for you!
Fri 27 May 2016 8:00pm
Sat 28 May 2016 8:00pm
Cost: from $25
Who should attend: This event is suited for adults.
How to get there: Public transport options available, visit Metrotas.
Contact: nabo.com.au
QUEENSLAND
Most of us know the Big Pineapple from our childhood as a place to visit with amazing sundaes and banana splits. But now it is becoming known for something else.
The annual Big Pineapple Music Festival is a one day festival held on 28 May and this year's headliners are Rufus, You Am I, The Veronicas and The Smith Street Band.
The festival opens at 11am, finishing around 10.30pm and is held opposite the Big Pineapple complex. It's a licensed event and there are bars on site.
There are food stalls aplenty to ensure you don't get hungry and ATM's are on site. Note no director's chairs, eskys or glass are allowed in.
Cost: Tickets are $82.50 and camping is available on site for $32 per person.
Who should attend: Over 18’s only
How to get there: Buses are the way to go. Bus tickets can be prepurchased for $13 and go to and from a variety of Sunshine Coast locations - Noosa, Coolum, the University, Caloundra, Buderim, Nambour, Mooloolaba and Maroochydore.
Contact: www.bigpineapplemusicfestival.com
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The Transitions Film Festival returns to Adelaide this week, with an exciting program of world-changing feature films, including several Australian Premieres, informative panel discussions and free film screenings.
This year's eclectic Transitions Film Festival 2016 program features 14 documentaries which will screen in three unique venues; Mercury Cinema, Gawler Cinema and Victoria Square/ Tarntanyangga.
Cost: Various
Who should attend: Anyone
How to get there: Various – either public transport or by car -Mercury Cinema, Gawler Cinema and Victoria Square/ Tarntanyangga
Contact: www.transitionsfilmfestival.com
NEW SOUTH WALES
This is the opening weekend of Vivid Sydney, the world's most famous festival of light, music and ideas.
In 2016, Vivid Sydney is nothing short of magical and that's why people from all around Australia... and the world... travel to Sydney to experience this amazing outdoor light and art show.
Cost: Free
Who should attend: everyone because it lights up your life
How to get there: Sydney CBD – multiple locations
Contact: www.vividsydney.com
VICTORIA
Carnival Homewares is hosting a massive 'Gift & Homewares Warehouse Sale' this weekend in Melbourne.
The Carnival Homewares brand was established by sisters Anna Cerdan and Penny Scandrett and extends to signature tablecloths, tea towels, cushions, beach bags, deck chair covers, brightly beaded kaftans and even organdie blinds!
Cost: Free
Who should attend: Anyone who wants to save money
How to get there: Unit 4, 6 Duffy Street, Burwood from 9am to 6pm each day.
Contact: www.carnivalhomewares.com.au
ACT
The National Capital Rally will be burning into town this weekend, with the best rally drivers in Australia coming to show their skills on Canberra's forest roads. There is opportunity to see them in action on the tracks at spectator vantage points, as well as seeing them race at Westside Acton Park, in the city.
Cost: Free to watch
Who should attend: Anyone who wants to enjoy the rally action!
How to get there: Westside Acton Park, 3 Barrine Dr, Acton ACT 2601
Contact: nationalcapitalrally.com.au
NORTHERN TERRITORY
Celebrate our thriving and successful multicultural community in 2016 by joining the picnic atmosphere at the Darwin Waterfront for Harmony Day.
There will be food, entertainment, come and try activities and you can make a floating lantern which can be a part of the flotilla.
Harmony Day celebrations provide all Territorians with an opportunity to reflect on our common values of community participation, inclusion, respect and a sense of belonging for all.
Cost: Please contact the website for enquiries.
Who should attend: This event is suited for all ages.
How to get there: Please visit Transport NT as your guide to public transport timetables, fares and accessible transport.
Contact: nabo.com.au
