10 things to do around the Toowoomba and Darling Downs

Here’s all the great events taking place around the region this weekend.

MARGARITA FESTIVAL: Make this weekend a full blown celebration at George Banks Margarita Festival on Saturday. Having a wonderful night out on the George Banks rooftop are (from left) Gaby Doxey, Chloe Considine and Andrew Rogers.

1. Visit Murphys Creek Markets

The next Murphys Creek Markets will be taking place this Saturday at the Murphy Creek Grounds from 7am to 12.30pm with a donation to their selected charities at 11am.

2. See the Little Mermaid live on stage

Highlands Christian College Secondary school are performing their musical The Little Mermaid across the weekend with three performances on Friday night, a Saturday matinee and a Saturday night show.

Tickets start at $16 can be purchased online through Trybooking.com.

3. Visit Pechey Distillery

Pechey Distilling Co. are hosting another summer open door and tasting day this Saturday.

It’s bound to be a lot of fun, especially with the release of their highly anticipated spiced cane spirit.

Head along and try a few of their top notch local spirits from 11am-5pm, just note the distillery recommend allowing up to 30 minutes for the tasting experience, and there can be a wait during busy times.

Having a wonderful girls’ night out at George Banks, (from left) Vanessa Keller, Danielle Birks and Jennie Kruger.

4. Celebrate at George Banks’ Margarita Festival

Put on a bright, Mexican-inspired outfit and head on up to George Banks to celebrate World Margarita Day this Saturday night on their magical rooftop.

The $44 package deal gets you four delicious margaritas designed by George Banks’ talented bartenders.

Bookings are absolutely essential so head to the online website Toowoomba Tickets and get yours pronto!

5. Take on the Hike to Heal scavenger challenge

Hike to Heal is an event to help others impacted by mental health issues to raise community awareness, and funds for local mental health services, taking place from this Saturday (February 20) to next Sunday (February 28).

You can get involved by registering here https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/674665 and raising funds and awareness for mental health issues and to build a community that supports and encourages others.

Head to the Hike to Heal Facebook page for more information.

SHOW TIME: Aurora Elwell will host a "meet the artist" day at Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery. Picture: Contributed

6. Explore Antibody at the Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery

Local artist Aurora Elwell playfully explores themes of being physically disrupted and hurt in her first solo exhibition Antibody which is on display at the Toowoomba Regional Art Gallery this Saturday 10.30am-3.30pm and Sunday 1pm-4pm.

For an opportunity to learn more about Elwell’s artistic practice and work, she will be hosting her own ‘Meet the Artist’ event at the gallery on Sunday starting at 1.30pm.

Bookings are essential for capacity numbers.

Phone 131 872 or email [e-mail] to book your place.

7. Get your fresh produce at Queens Park markets

No weekend in Toowoomba is complete without a visit to the Queens Park markets on every third Sunday of the month.

Pick up all your fresh produce for the week and peruse all of the wonderful handmade items from 8am-1pm at Frogs Hollow on Hume St.

A drone photo of the Chinchilla Botanic Parklands.

8. Groovin’ in the Garden at Chinchilla Botanical Parklands

Enjoy a low-cost afternoon in the stunning Chinchilla Botanic Parkland this Saturday from 4pm-9pm. BYO picnic rug and enjoy an evening of great live local and regional music, as well as local food vendors, bar facilities, and lawn games this event is bound to be a hit with the while family.

Tickets can be purchased online via Eventbrite.com.

9. Pick up some groovy items at the Pillar Street market day

Head down to the Toowoomba Valleys Roosters Rugby League Football Club this Saturday from 2-6pm and support the region’s creative artisans, small businesses and entrepreneurs.

10. Learn how to make resin earrings

Head along to a Sip and Dip workshop this Saturday from 5pm at the Coffee Club on Margaret St and learn how to make your very own funky resin earrings.

Tickets are $69 and include dinner and can be purchased online from the sip and Dip website.