The AC/DC story
A three-hour biographical concert of the world’s biggest rock n’ roll band, AC/DC, featuring narrated facts, photos and stories of this legendary rock band and their rise to stardom.
Showcasing selected tracks off every studio album, from the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras, performed by ACCA DACCA, the only AC/DC show endorsed by AC/DC themselves. Incorporating video footage, cannons, bells, and bagpipes, it’s a one of a kind experience and a show you’ll never forget.
WHEN: 7.30pm
WHERE: Ipswich Civic Centre, corner Limestone and Nicholas Sts
COST: $65
Give a self-driving shuttle a try
The future is here. Head to Orion Lagoon and hop on an electric self-driving shuttle. It will travel along John Nugent Way. The self-driving shuttle demonstration is part of Ipswich City Council’s Smart City Program.
WHEN: 9am-11am
WHERE: Orion Lagoon, Southern Cross Circuit, Springfield Central
COST: Free
Creedence Clearwater Revived
Enjoy the most authentic Creedence and John Fogerty tribute in the world. Take a trip back to the late 1960s and experience the raw swamp rock power of the mighty Creedence Clearwater Revival. This show is guaranteed to have you reminiscing about the good old days. More info here.
WHEN: Doors open 8pm
WHERE: 215 Brisbane Road, Booval
COST: $10 pre-sale, $15 at the door
Fundraising Sausage Sizzle
Legacy is a charity providing services to Australian families suffering after the injury or death of a spouse or parent, during or after their defence force service. Ipswich Legacy is fundraising at Bunnings Bundamba today.
WHEN: 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Bundamba Bunnings, 1 Mining Street, Booval
COST: $2.50 per sausage and $1.50 per drink
Ipswich City Council Mobile Nursery
Collect your allocation of free plants at this mobile nursery in Division 1.
WHEN: 8am to 11am
WHERE: Camira Springfield Community Centre, 389 Old Logan Road, Camira
COST: Annual plant allocations are free with proof of residency as outlined here
Dance the night away at Marburg
Dance the night away at the 2018 Marburg Dance Night. The dance is hosted by Marburg and District Residents Association in conjunction with Marburg Show Society. There will be raffles, lucky door prizes and supper. Local band White Heather will provide the music.
WHEN: Doors open 7pm
WHERE: Marburg Show Hall, Queen Street, Marburg
COST: $13
Tivoli Drive-in and markets
Gates open super early for the drive-in, to allow guest the opportunity to check out the markets from 4pm. Movies kick in at 7pm. Tonight’s blockbusters are The Nut Job 2 at 7pm, and Wonder at 8.45pm.
WHEN: Gates open at 4pm, movies from 7pm.
WHERE: Tivoli Drive-in, 50 Coal Rd, Chuwar
COST: Carload of people $10
Movies in the Park
Enjoy My Pet Dinosaur (PG) at Ipswich City Council’s Movies in the Park. A troubled town is plunged into chaos when a boy accidentally makes a new friend.
WHEN: 7pm
WHERE: Evan Marginson Park, Woogaroo Street, Goodna
COST: Free
Disney Classics Film Festival
The Disney Classics Film Festival brings four family favourites back to the big screen. Today it’s Bambi.
WHEN: 10.30am
WHERE: Event Cinemas Springfield, Orion Springfield Central
COST: $8 per person
Car boot sale
A car boot sale to help three young Ipswich soccer players head to an overseas competition is being held at St Augustine’s College. Come along, grab a bargain and support a worthwhile cause.
WHEN: From 6.30am
WHERE: St Augustine’s College bottom car park, St Augustine’s Drive, Augustine Heights
COST: Free
parkrun
parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in. All ages and abilities can go along and run the 5km course. Please register before your first run. Bring a printed copy of your barcode so you can get your time. You are also welcome to grab a coffee in a local cafe with the parkrunners afterwards.
Check out other ways to stay fit at Active and Healthy Ipswich – click here
WHEN: 7am
WHERE: Catherine Morgan Park, Renehan Place, Augustine Heights
Bill Paterson Oval, Limestone Park, Cnr Lion Street and Salisbury Road
White Rock Conservation Park, School Road, Redbank Plains
COST: Free
West End Juniors Car Wash Fundraiser
The West End Juniors are raising funds with a Car Wash. Get your car washed by a player or committee member.
WHEN: 9am – 2pm
WHERE: Caltex Servo, Hunter Street, Brassall
COST: $10
19th & 20th Century Works
View some of the finest pieces from the Ipswich Art Gallery’s collection of 19th and early 20th century fine art and folk art, as well as contemporary works reflecting Ipswich’s heritage.
WHEN: 10am-5pm daily, until October 14
WHERE: Ipswich Art Gallery, d’Arcy Doyle Place, Nicholas St, Ipswich
COST: Free entry
