What’s on: Ten things to do in Toowoomba this Mother’s Day weekend | May 10-11
Treat mum to a special day and fight for women’s safety – here are ten things you can do this Mother’s Day weekend in Toowoomba.
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Celebrate the region’s mums and help create change for women’s health and safety this weekend at one of the many Mother’s Day events.
Whether your mum loves an early morning run, a bargain shopping trip or a midday brunch – there’s something for every mum, and her kids, this weekend.
Here are ten things happening in the region.
1. Rally against domestic violence
In major cities across Australia, thousands will join together this weekend to demand action against domestic and gendered violence.
Organised by advocacy group What Were You Wearing, the No More: National Rally Against Domestic Violence movement aims to create change by shining a light on the reality of domestic, family and sexual violence, particularly against women, in Australia.
Join the Toowoomba rally from 12pm at Frogs Hollow in Queens Park on Saturday, May 10.
2. Mother's Day Classic Fun Run
Celebrate the mothers in your life and support those fighting cancer at the Mother’s Day Classic Fun Run hosted by Finch Legal this Sunday.
Take in the scenery as you walk or run through Middle Ridge Park to raise money for breast and ovarian cancer research – and keep fit in the process.
Cheering from the sidelines? Enter the raffle for $2 a ticket to be in the chance to win tickets to the Melbourne Comedy Festival, a $250 jewellery gift voucher and much more.
Register at https://www.mothersdayclassic.com.au/register/mothers-day-classic-toowoomba/register before Sunday.
3. Mother's Day celebrations
Fancy a more relaxed Mother’s Day? Treat mum to a delicious lunch, brunch or brekkie at one of Toowoomba’s great cafes or restaurants.
Pick up some goodies for her breakfast in bed at The Baker’s Duck where 100 per cent of Sunday sales will go towards helping mums and bubs in Indonesia through Compassion Australia.
Save yourself some washing up and book your celebration with the Southern Hotel this Sunday to potentially win one of two $100 vouchers.
Enjoy live music and a scrumptious buffet meal at Kingfishers Cafe and Restaurant in Kearney Springs with a complimentary glass of bubbly handed to every mum on arrival – seats are limited so book yours on 07 4636 6688 or email bookings@kingfisherscafe.com.au.
4. Toowoomba Tiny Homes Expo
Learn everything there is to know about the tiny home movement at Toowoomba’s Tiny Homes Expo this weekend.
Tour display homes, talk to builders, and grab some food as you take in all there is to see about alternative and sustainable living.
Doors open from Friday 10am to Sunday 5pm at Toowoomba Showgrounds in Glenvale.
Ticket prices vary depending on entry. To secure a ticket, head to https://events.humanitix.com/toowoomba-tiny-home-expo
5. Joshy’s Jumble
The mother of all garage sales is set to kick off this weekend.
In doing so she created the Joshy Jumble garage sale which will celebrate its tenth anniversary this year.
The garage sale includes 1000 items covering clothes, toys, linen and electrical goods donated by the community, and has allowed the Mitchell’s to generate extra money to cover expenses and costs of Joshy’s medical needs not covered by the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
Joshy’s Jumble will open at 15 Mott Crescent in Rockville from Friday to Sunday from 9am to 3pm each day.
6. Twilight Markets
Enjoy a night out at the Twilight Markets this Saturday night with more than 40 food vendors, face painting, live entertainment
Snuggle up and watch the Best Picture winning movie Wicked on the oval from 6.30pm.
All profits go towards helping Hope Horizons who will also be collecting gold coin donations on the night.
Gates open from 4pm to 9pm on Saturday at the corner of Campbell and Lindsay streets.
7. Lighthouse of Hope Opening Day
Grab a bargain at the official opening of Toowoomba’s Lighthouse of Hope.
After years of work, the Salvation Army Lighthouse of Hope will officially open to full capacity this weekend.
To celebrate, the team will be hosting a sausage sizzle with $10 bag sale on all clothing and free face painting, a jumping castle and games for kids.
Doors open from 9am to 3pm on Saturday at 119 West Street, Toowoomba.
8. Mort Street Walking Tour
Immerse yourself in the history of Toowoomba with the Toowoomba Trails Mort Estate walking tour.
Discover the home of the “King of Toowoomba” and traipse through the worker’s cottages, schools and corner stores of the Mort Estate as you uncover the rich history of Toowoomba’s first subdivision.
Kicking off at 2.30pm from Clifford House at Gips Restaurant this Sunday.
Buy your tickets at https://www.toowoombatrails.com.au/bookings/ before places run out
9. Witches Walk
Enter a world of sorcery this Saturday at the Toowoomba Witches Market.
Dress in your most impressive witch’s garb and walk the parade with prizes to be awarded to the best dressed witches and warlocks.
Markets open from 10am to 4pm, with the parade starting from 2pm at Heller Street Park.
Register at the reception desk before 1.45pm to enter; for more information head to https://www.facebook.com/events/1097620878388381
10. Theatre of Magic
Witness mind-bending illusions up close at the Empire this Saturday night.
Australia’s top magicians will perform at the Empire Theatre in the thrilling Theatre of Magic, where awe-inspiring close-up magic meets comedy.
Treat yourself to a VIP experience with front-row seats and a complimentary drink on arrival.
Grab your tickets at the https://empiretheatre.com.au/ with performances at 5pm and 7.45pm.
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