What's On This Weekend in Brisbane: Sitchu's Top Picks

Social season is well and truly here. Shows, festivals and events are lighting up our calendar, and we hope you're ready for it. From planning your Christmas Day lunch to New Year's Eve, a lot is going on this week.

Don't forget to slow down and enjoy the little things, like the Christmas lights around town.

Without further ado, let's see what's on in Brisbane.

Nautilus Beach Club: Los Cabos

If cocktails in the pool sound like your idea of a perfect summer’s day–you’re in luck. Nautilus Beach Club returns to The Westin this summer with a Los Cabos edition. 

Your ticket grants you access to the hotel’s pool, swim-up bar, live DJs and an exclusive cabana service every weekend. On the menu, you’ll find Mexican eats like soft shell Baja cod tacos, seasoned corn ribs and guacamole.

Sip on margs (classic, frozen, chilli or coconut), Aperol margaritas, a Cabos spritz or Brouhaha craft beers as you float in this inner-city oasis.

From $29 per person

Until Sunday 23rd February, 11am to 5pm each weekend

L’il Elvis & the Truckstoppers - The Musical

Take a step back in time this month with a childhood favourite - Lil Elvis and the Truckstoppers! This all-new musical brings the cartoon to life with a cast of characters from the original series, brought to life by a team of creatives with support of writers and producers from the original series. 

The musical sees the arrival of a fast-talking property tycoon and his demure chauffeur in the outback town of Wannapoo, who has grandiose plans to build an underwater theme park. But is this incredible opportunity what it seems? 

You’ll have to get a ticket and find out! 

Friday 10th January to Saturday 18th January

$49.90 per person

Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm

Blanc De Blanc Encore

After a tour around the nation and back-to-back seasons at The Grand Electric in Surry Hills, Blanc de Blanc is set to dazzle audiences this month in Brisbane at the West End Electric!

You’ll feel as if you’ve arrived at one of Gatsby’s famous parties when you step through the doors, with the show bringing its signature hedonistic and glamorous energy to the stage. Expect astonishing aerial work, risque humour, vintage French flair and iconic dance numbers – like all Strut n Fret productions, this show is not to be missed!

From $75 per person

The West End Electric, 125 Boundary Street, West End

Discovering Ancient Egypt

Step back in time at the Queensland Museum this week and explore mysteries, art and rituals from ancient times. The Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition has just arrived from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities and offers a peek into the culture, daily life and beliefs practised in ancient Egypt.

Explore 3D light projections of the Temple of Taffeh, sculptures, Book of the Dead scrolls, jewellery, artwork and so much more. 

From Friday 25 October

Level 3 Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Grey Street &, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

Thinking about getting out of town this weekend? Head to our destinations pillar to find out everything you need to know about Queensland's best vacation spots. Or for more of what's happening in and around Brisbane this month, check out of monthly guide of fun things to do in Brisbane.