If you’re sticking around Brisbane for the long weekend, South Bank has plenty on. From Grand Final action and riverside breakfasts to markets, live music and family-friendly fun, here’s what to add to your long weekend plans.

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Catch The NRL Grand Final
South Bank’s got you covered with big screens, pre-game eats and everything you need for an NRL Grand Final day out. Grab your favourite pub bites, order a cold one and settle in with your crew. Catch the game at Pig ’N’ Whistle, Tippler’s Tap, South Bank Beer Garden or Barbossa.

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Book at Pig ’N’ Whistle here, Tippler’s Tap here, South Bank Beer Garden here or Barbossa here.

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Weekend Breakfast By The River At Azure
Make a morning of it at Azure, where weekend breakfast comes with riverside views. Available Saturday and Sunday from 7.30am to 11am, the new menu serves up breakfast favourites with a Mediterranean twist, good coffee and optional mimosas.

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Tuck into honey pistachio French toast, Ionian island scramble, the Hellenic Big Brekky for two, homemade Ibiza granola or a loaded breakfast burger with egg, bacon and grilled halloumi. Book here.

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Relax With Smooth Tunes At Sunday Social
Ease into the weekend at Sunday Social on the Green, with live tunes from the Kelsey Giarola Trio setting the scene. Want to make an afternoon of it? Add a luxe picnic hamper from River Quay and settle in for a leisurely afternoon on the lawn.

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View the October lineup here.

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Shop The Collective Markets
Bargain hunters and lovers of unique finds, this one’s for you. The Collective Markets take over Little Stanley Street from Friday afternoon through to Sunday, bringing together local fashion, art, homewares, collectibles and plenty of food and drink.

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Whether you’re hunting for a one-off gift or simply fancy a wander and a browse, it’s an easy way to while away a few hours.

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Watch The Action At Fitstop Global Games Brisbane
Brisbane is gearing up for a big day of functional fitness, with Fitstop Global Games taking over the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre on October 3. Athletes from across Australia will go head-to-head in a test of strength, speed, stamina and teamwork.

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If you’re keen to see the action for yourself, spectator tickets are free, so grab yours here.

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Catch Croc! Lost Giants To Living Legends
It’s your last chance to catch Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends at Queensland Museum. Take a journey through more than 130 million years of crocodile evolution and get up close with one of the planet’s most fascinating predators.

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Book your tickets here.

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Catch A Show At QPAC
Make a night of it with a show at QPAC. From Pide & Prejudice* (*sort of) to Anastasia the Musical, plus the final weekend of The Book of Mormon, there’s plenty on the program if you’re after a little culture this long weekend.

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All Aboard The Xpress Fun Train
School holiday fun is still rolling at South Bank, with the Xpress Fun Train back in the precinct until 12 October. Departing from the South Bank Piazza, the colourful train is an easy win for little adventurers between playground stops, ice cream breaks and riverside strolls.

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With open carriages and a trip around the precinct, it’s a fun way to see a little more of South Bank. Tickets are available from the main station.

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