Christmas is coming! But before it does, have a gander at these events in Toowoomba.
The Melbourne Cup – Tuesday 1 November
Horses, hats, it’s all happening. There are many events around town and Toowoomba Living has summed them up in this handy list.
Dani Im – Yesterday Once More: Classic Carpenters – Friday 11 November
Former X-Factor star Dani Im is bringing her love for the Carpenters to Toowoomba. Featuring Carpenters classics like Close to You and Dani’s original hits this show will rock the Empire Theatre. Tickets are $69.90 for adults.
Roller Derby: BruiseFest – Friday 11 to Sunday 13 November
It’s the first mixed-gender event in Queensland and it’s happening here. Eight teams playing 12 games over two days at the Toowoomba Showgrounds. Check out Toowoomba City Rollers’ Facebook page for more info.
Boy and Bear – Sunday 20 November
Boy and Bear are going to light up the Mills Precinct. Get excited and get your tickets here ($44.90 and it’s an 18+ show).
Alex Lloyd – Friday 18 November
Alex Lloyd’s Acoustica Tour features stripped back songs by this veteran of the music scene. Hosted at The Spotted Cow, get your tickets ($28.60) on Oztix and check out the gig details (and all the other gigs they have on) at The Spotted Cow’s Facebook page.
Christmas Parade – Wednesday 30 November
Entertainment, activities, and market stalls will start from 4.30pm, followed by the lighting of the CBD Christmas tree at 7pm.
Santa and his sleigh will be a part of the street parade along Margaret & Ruthven Streets to City Hall, with City Hall coming to life in lights at 7.20pm.
Here’s what’s on and when for markets in Toowoomba this month.
My Local Feast Farmers’ Market – Every Thursday 3pm to 7pm at the Empire Theatre
PCYC Markets – Every Sunday from 7am to 12.30pm
Margaret Street Markets – Sunday 6 November
The Original Mix Emerging Designer Markets – next market is a twilight event on Saturday 10 December from 4pm to 9pm
Markets at the Manor – Saturday 12 November from 12pm to 5pm
Queens Park Markets – Sunday 20 November from 8am to 1pm
Toowoomba Farmers’ Markets – Saturday 5 November and Saturday 19 November from 7am to 12pm
