Markets, galas and walks, oh my!
Eggstra Big Easter Egg Hunt and Charity Family Market Fun Day – Sunday 1 April
On Easter Sunday the Margaret Street Markets and the Queens Park Markets are joining forces to host an eggstra big day. There will be 3000 eggs to be found and a host of stallholders including The Owl Tree, Green Dandelion, Gluten Free Donuts and Old Style Russian Fudge and Coconut Ice. It’s on 8am to 1pm in Frogs Hollow in Queens Park. Visit Facebook for more information.
Weetwood – Saturday 7 April
Toowoomba’s biggest race day is here. This year sees the debut of the Clive Berghofer Grande Atrium – an Audi Centre Toowoomba Dining package inside the atrium is $225 per person and includes a two-course meal and five hour beverage package. There are other entry packages on offer too. Also appearing at this year’s Weetwood is Apollo from Sophie Monk’s Bachie season. He’ll be judging fashions on the field. Find out all the info at weetwood.com.au
Alice in Wonderland Family Fun Day – Saturday 7 April
The Toowoomba Library precinct will transform into wonderland for one day with this family friendly themed event. There will be a mad hatter millinery station and potions class (bookings required for these two, email young.people@tr.qld.gov.au), markets, a white rabbit scavenger hunt and indoor flamingo croquet. Find out the details on Facebook.
First Coat: School holiday soft toy workshop – Wednesday 11 April
Kids and adults can learn how to make their own soft toy with local maker and creative Rhi Johnson. It’s $45 for the two-hour session and includes all the materials you’ll need. Hosted at the First Coat studios.
Toowoomba Royal Show – Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 April
It’s show time! Enjoy your public holiday on Thursday 12 April and all the sideshow alley, crafty, animal display goodness of the show! Buy your tickets online to save time at the gates.
Go Left Gala – Saturday 14 April
An event to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health, the Go Left Gala will raise funds for charity LIVIN. Blank Space is the venue, and your ticket will get you a three course meal, beer, wine and spirits, plus a raffle ticket. Tickets are $165 and sales close 10 April. Find out more on Facebook.
Bites and Beats – Saturday 14 April
The Original Mix is hosting a special twilight shopping event and street food market. There will be 50 boutique market stalls, and fun stuff including a jumping castle, face painting, lawn games, arts and crafts and live music. It’s $2 entry for adults and kids are free. On from 4pm to 9pm at Frogs Hollow at Queens Park. RSVP on Facebook.
The Games on Bell’s – Saturday 14 April
Get into the Commonwealth Games spirit with this community event in the Bell Street Mall. The Comms Games will be on a big screen all day and you’ll be able to join in some yoga, hula hooping, boxing, basketball and more. Find out all the info on the Council website or via the Facebook event.
Jazz & Shiraz – Sunday 15 April
Head out to Preston Peak Winery for a laidback afternoon of jazz, shiraz and some pretty incredible sounding food – double smoked pork belly, sliders, parmesan fries, gourmet cronuts, and hand made crepes are just some of the items on the menu! There are a number of packages you can choose from – buy a pre-pack or just pay your entry fee and pay as you go for food. Visit prestonpeakwines.com.au for tickets and RSVP on Facebook.
Barks & Brews at Fitzy’s – Sunday 15 April
Bring your doggo to the beer garden at Fitzy’s and between 3pm and 5pm for a furrific day out. There’ll be a professional photographer, treats and live music. A gold coin donation entry will help raise funds for the RSPCA. Find the details on Facebook.
Toowoomba Colour Walk/Run – Sunday 15 April
Get some exercise on your Sunday. This 5km event will have multiple colour stations to brighten up your life along the route. It’s at Glenvale Park, starting at 9.30am. Find more info on Facebook and buy tickets at ticektebo.com.au
Blue Illusion Winter Styling Workshop – Thursday 19 April
Head along to Blue Illusion at 12.30pm on Thursday 19 April and enjoy a styling workshop. After the workshop there’ll be time for personal styling. They’re donating 7% of the day’s proceeds to the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Research and Wellness Initiative. They’re also selling a hot pink coat, with 7% of those sales going to the initiative too – anytime, not just on the day. To book call Blue Illusion on (07) 4613 0246 or email toowoomba@blueillusion.com
Man Date Festival – Saturday 21 April
The festival celebrating all things manly is back for a third year. The Man Date Festival will kick off at 10am and run until 8pm at the Mills Precinct. There’ll be a beard and stache comp (you gotta register), vintage car show, BBQ, beer, donuts and more. General admission is $15, kids under $14 are free. Find out more at online or on Facebook.
Take a Hike Toowoomba – Sunday 22 April
This annual event raises funds for the AEIOU Foundation’s early intervention program for children with autism aged two to six years. The events include a 5km, 10.5km and 21km distance. The event starts at Queens Park. You can wear blue and pink to show your support for the AEIOU. It’s an event for the whole family – and there will be a BBQ at the finish line. Find out more and buy your tickets at takeahike.org.au or on Facebook.
Melbourne International Comedy Festival Roadshow – Tuesday 24 April
Watch some people crack jokes on stage at the Empire Theatre. Always a great night out, the Melbourne Comedy Festival Roadshow is $38 for adults, buy your ticket at empiretheatre.com.au
Rotaract Drought Relief Gala Dinner – Saturday 28 April
Help raise funds for families suffering from drought in the Rotary district covering Toowoomba, Roma, Mitchell, Quilpie, Dalby, Cunamulla, St George and Charleville. The gala will be on at Blank Space, individual tickets are $100, or buy a table for 10 for $900. Find out more on Facebook. Buy tickets at toowoombatickets.com.au
Champagne Dame Masterclass – Saturday 28 April
Head to the Downs Club for a masterclass in the best kind of bubbles. Champagne expert Kyla Kirkpatrick is your host; your $179 ticket includes champagne, charcuterie and a two-course dinner. Find more info on Facebook.
4 Brothers Brewing 1st Birthday Bash – Saturday 28 April
Get along to say happy birthday to Toowoomba’s own brewery 4 Brothers Brewing. They will be releasing new beers on the day, there will be pizza available from Hot Slice and live music too. Starts at 12. RSVP on Facebook.
Pink Fig Mother’s Day Markets – Sunday 29 April
The annual Pink Fig Mother’s Day Markets is back for a new year of unique, home made goods, great eats and family fun on Sunday 29 April from 12 to 5pm. Held on the spacious grounds at Darling Downs Christian School, the market offers outdoor eating areas for local gourmet food vans as well as up to 50 boutique stall holders inside their giant white marquee tent. It’s a gold coin donation to enter. Find out more on Facebook.
Here’s what’s on and when for markets in Toowoomba this month.
Dine Down Town – Friday 6 April
My Local Feast Farmers’ Market – (Thursday market is now Wednesday) Every WEDNESDAY 2pm to 6pm at Empire Theatre and every SATURDAY 7am to 1pm at Cobb and Co
PCYC Markets – Every Sunday from 7am to 12.30pm
Margaret Street Markets – Sunday 1 April
Queens Park Markets – Sunday 15 April 8am to 1pm
