The Fabulous Blues Brothers and Aretha is a high-energy live concert celebrating the music, comedy and larger-than-life characters of Jake and Elwood Blues, alongside the timeless power of Aretha Franklin.
Audiences can expect an unforgettable night of rhythm, blues, soul and gospel, performed by a powerhouse live band. The production brings together iconic songs including Soul Man, Gimme Some Lovin', Shake a Tail Feather, Everybody Needs Somebody to Love, Think, Respect and A Natural Woman.
Brad Kendrick leads the action as Joliet Jake Blues, drawing on more than two decades of international experience performing Blues Brothers shows. Producer and entertainer Tristan James brings Elwood Blues to life with cool style, sharp comic timing and infectious energy. Acclaimed American-born vocalist Asabi Goodman delivers the voice, strength and spirit of Aretha Franklin.
Inspired by the original television performances and celebrated films, the show combines authentic music, memorable comedy, energetic choreography and audience participation. Visitors are encouraged to dress in black suits, hats and sunglasses, sing along and get up and dance.
Fresh from sold-out performances around Australia, The Fabulous Blues Brothers & Aretha offers a fun night out for longtime fans and newcomers alike. Every song is performed with passion, respect and an unmistakable sense of fun. It is a lively concert experience designed to have the entire audience smiling, singing and dancing from beginning to finale.
Join the City of Ipswich as they celebrate the festive season in style with 'Christmas in Ipswich'!
Christmas in Ipswich is a City-wide festive celebration running all the way to New Years Eve. With highlight events including St Nicholas Precinct, the City Christmas Lights Competition, City Tree and much more - there is something for everyone in the family!
Visit the website to view the full program and for more details.
Sunday lunch and live music in the laneway at Stony Creek Brewing.
Stony Creek Brewing brings Sunday lunch and live music together in the laneway at Ipswich's only brewery. This family owned brewery offers a welcoming place for visitors to enjoy locally brewed beer, a meal and live music.
Families and friends can settle in for a relaxed afternoon together. The laneway is dog friendly, so visitors can bring their four legged companions along.
Standing proudly on Brisbane Street, The Old Flour Mill is a heritage building with historical significance. Originally constructed in the early 1900's it was designed by George Brockwell Gill. This striking red-brick structure played a vital role in the region's industrial past, serving as a flour processing mill that supported local agriculture and trade.
Over the decades, the Old Flour Mill has transformed from an industrial hub into a vibrant precinct, now home to an eclectic mix of boutique shops, cafés, and creative spaces. While its function has evolved, its character remains unchanged, boasting original architectural features, rustic charm, and a timeless elegance that tells the story of Ipswich's rich past.
Today, this landmark is a destination for visitors and locals alike. Whether enjoying a relaxing coffee, browsing specialty stores, or admiring the craftsmanship, the Old Flour Mill continues to be a cultural cornerstone. A perfect blend of heritage and modern creativity, it serves as a living testament to the city's ability to embrace both progress and tradition. It showcases historical ingenuity with its simple loading-platform in arms reach from the railway. While it is safely blocked from access, visitors can enjoy the passing trains and scenery from the rear roller door of the building.
For those who appreciate history and unique experiences, The Old Flour Mill remains a must-visit location.
Ipswich City Council has transformed the historic Old Baptist Church into the intimate, well renowned performing arts venue, Studio 188. Offering a year-round program of art, culture and entertainment in the heart of Ipswich, Studio 188 boasts a flexible space, regular live music gigs, artist residencies and creative development workshops where big ideas are hatched and people come together in ways that connect and inspire.
Studio 188 is the home for local artists and community folk to foster industry connections, gain exposure and develop new works, with regular free workshops and programs.
Studio 188.
Perform. Promote. Produce.
Spec Ops Paintball is an indoor tactical battle arena in North Ipswich offering Paintball, Gel Ball and Nerf Battle experiences for ages six and over.
Set on a purpose-built urban battlefield, players take on a variety of team-based missions amongst barricades, structures and vehicles. Games are run by experienced staff, making the arena suitable for first-time players as well as experienced players looking for fast-paced tactical gameplay.
Kids aged six and over can jump into Nerf Battles with foam dart blasters and action-packed mission-based games. From age 12, Gel Ball steps up the intensity with faster-paced tactical gameplay. Then from age 15, players can take on the full Paintball experience using real paintball markers and unlimited reusable Reball® ammunition throughout the session.
Everything needed to play is included with Spec Ops packages, so visitors can simply book a session and get into the action. Experienced Gel Ball players can also bring their own equipment.
With the entire battlefield indoors, wet weather or summer heat does not have to stop the action. Visitors can join a session individually, battle it out with family or friends, or bring a larger group for a birthday celebration, school or community outing, corporate event or team-building experience.
Located in North Ipswich, Spec Ops Paintball offers an action-packed experience for visitors looking for something different to do in Ipswich.
Cunninghams Knoll sits at a prominent gateway to Ipswich, opposite Queens Park, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the region's early European exploration and convict past.
Originally established as a convict station, Ipswich played a vital role in mining limestone used to produce mortar for the buildings of the Moreton Bay Penal Colony - what would later become Brisbane. This important chapter in the city's history is remembered at Cunninghams Knoll through a preserved limestone kiln and a striking pyramid of limestone. Constructed during the 1930s as part of Depression-era relief works, the pyramid stands as both a historical marker and a symbol of resilience.
At the summit of the knoll is where the site's namesake, renowned botanist and explorer Allan Cunningham, is believed to have identified a route across the Great Dividing Range. That discovery would later become known as Cunningham's Gap, a key passage linking Queensland's coast to the inland.
Today, Cunninghams Knoll is a peaceful place to pause, reflect, and connect with Ipswich's layered history. With its central location and close proximity to Queens Park, it's an easy and rewarding stop for visitors curious about the stories that shaped the city.
iPlay is an Australian owned family arcade and entertainment venue with stores in WA, ACT, QLD and NSW. A place for families and businesses wanting to have a fantastic experience with some of the best arcade games such as bowling, laser tag, dodgem cars and more - to plan a party with them or find out about what they offer, visit their website
In-store they have bowling!
There's more than one reason to visit Limelight Cinemas in Ipswich.
Two XD screens feature huge wall to wall, floor to ceiling screens, wrap around 7.1 sound and 4K digital projection. The XD cinemas also have leather seating designed for maximum comfort and an extreme sensory experience from every seat.
Two premium lounge cinemas for an intimate setting with a fully licensed bar and kitchen for service to your seat. On the menu is loaded nacho, beef and cheese and pork fries, salt and pepper calamari, buffalo chicken wings, tacos, burgers and hot dogs. As well as pizzas, sundaes and more.
Four traditional screens with stadium seating, plush high back chairs and heaps of leg room.
Everyday low pricing makes movie-going affordable again.
You can enjoy a great variety of programming including all the latest blockbusters as well as Limelight's own signature programming events.
Experience a customer service team that love movies and are dedicated to making sure you have an awesome movie going experience.
Riverlink is Ipswich's main shopping centre, hosting major stores Target, Kmart, Woolworths, Coles and Aldi. Others include iPlay, Best and Less, Healthyworld Pharmacy and JB HiFi, while some 160 speciality stores complete the mix.
Located on the banks of the Bremer River, Riverlink is a heritage site and a short walk to the city's Central Business District across a purpose-built walk bridge.
The centre is also home to Limelight Cinemas, boasting "The Lounge", which is serviced by catered dining and luxurious seating.
A restaurant precinct overlooks the river reflecting amazing sunsets and becoming a romantic and magical sight at night. It's the perfect place to dine, particularly with iPlay, the new games arcade which features 8 full-size bowling lanes.
The site was originally Ipswich's first railway workshop, and even today, beautiful old steam trains are shunted across the river, passing between Riverlink's two shopping malls. It's a real treat for shoppers to see these old beauties, and many photos are taken.
With over 2,800 free car parks (most of them undercover), it is a convenient destination and is also serviced by an on-site bus interchange and taxi rank with a short walk to the railway station.
Showcasing First Nations artists, makers, and businesses, Nhuralama continues to grow as a cultural and creative platform connecting community through art, story, and authentic products. Founded by proud Wakkaya, Wombaya, and Waanyi woman Anne Leon, Nhuralama was originally established within Ipswich's historic Old Flour Mill and has since expanded across South East Queensland and online.
Today, Nhuralama artworks and curated cultural products can be found within the Ipswich Visitor Information Centre, the We Plenty Shop at South Bank, and through Nhuralama's growing online presence. Anne proudly supports and showcases First Nations artists and small businesses from Ipswich and across Australia, reflecting the diversity of mobs, stories, and connections to Country.
Anne's own artwork is inspired by family, Country, storytelling, and cultural connection. Through Nhuralama, she has created welcoming spaces where people can engage respectfully with First Nations art, culture, and craftsmanship through conversation, creativity, and shared experiences.
Customers can discover original artworks, boomerangs, didgeridoos, clapsticks, jewellery, clothing, books, homewares, gifts, bush-inspired products, and wellness items celebrating Indigenous culture and creativity. More than retail, Nhuralama is about connection, education, and supporting community through authentic cultural experiences.
It's not often you get an unspoiled natural wonderland in the heart of a city, but Denmark Hill Conservation Reserve in Ipswich Central is an idyllic environmental gem.
This hideaway for nature lovers offers a choice of bush walking loops that range from 200 to 800 metres.
Once you descend the walking tracks amid huge native trees, you completely forget that you're just a few minutes away from the city's main streets. It's a popular place for bird watchers, with owls, kookaburras, wrens, finches, and others making their homes here.
The 11-hectare site was established as a reserve in the 1880s. It features picnic facilities, a nature-based playground, and a totem landscape art feature to recognise the connection and cultural significance to Traditional Owners.
One of the cultural uses was sending communications through smoke signals. The messages would have included arranging meetings, ceremonies, trade and marriage, or seeking permission to enter or traverse through Traditional Lands.
In the 1890s the site gained international fame when Triassic period insect and plant fossils were found. In 1912 a coal seam was found, and the site was mined until about 1950 leading to the reserve now sitting above closed-off mine tunnels. Part of the walking trails follow the former coal-skip tramway.
Please note: public access to the water tower has been closed indefinitely by Queensland Urban Utilities.
As well as being the home to a number of Rugby League fields, Cribb Park provides some of the best river access in Ipswich.
A concrete boat ramp allows boat and canoe or kayak launching and there is plenty of room to wet a line from the bank if fishing is your thing.
Shady park shelters with barbecues make Cribb Park a great place for a day trip.
There are plenty of open grassed areas, recreational pathways and a well-equipped playground.
Dogs are also welcome in the fenced off-leash dog park area, which has a shelter and bags to make cleaning up after your furry family members easy and convenient.
The Brassall Bikeway is a popular shared path that connects North Ipswich, Brassall and Wulkuraka, linking directly to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail - which continues through Fernvale and all the way to Yarraman.
Stretching approximately 14 kilometres, the Bikeway follows the alignment of part of the first railway line built in Queensland, offering riders and walkers a journey through both scenic landscapes and local history. Fully paved and mostly flat, it provides a safe and enjoyable experience for cyclists of all abilities, walkers, and families looking for an easy weekend adventure.
For those feeling a little more adventurous, a 600-metre mountain bike track can be accessed directly from the Bikeway. The loop includes a bike repair station and shaded seating, making it a great place to pause and regroup. While suitable for most ages, training wheels are not recommended on this section.
Along the way, keep an eye out for heritage features such as an old steam engine, railway siding, and other hidden surprises. You can also detour to the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops, or visit the bicycle learning track at Sutton Park.
There's plenty to discover - whether you're riding a short stretch or tackling the full trail.
Mihi Junction Reserve - also known as Mihi Creek - is a heritage-listed archaeological site.
The reserve is accessed via Haig Street in Brassall or the Brassall Bikeway, which also links directly to the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail.
Popular with local cyclists and mountain bikers, the Mihi Junction Trail boasts approximately 2 kilometres of bike and BMX track. With easy stretches of track ideal for children and novice mountain bikers, the trail also features 200 metres of pump track which includes berms, rollers and jumps for more experienced thrill-seekers.
Mihi Junction is also home to the fantastic steel sculpture "Rail Rocket" by Christopher Trotter, which celebrate the area's rich railway history, with the area being the site of Queensland's first main line railway, officially opened on 31 July 1865.
Aside from biking, the area boasts diverse birdlife and is a great spot for some easy bird watching, or simply sit and enjoy the views along this quiet stretch of the Bremer River.
With lots to do in the immediate vicinity, consider combining a Mihi Junction outing with a ride along the Brassall Bikeway or a visit to the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
