What’s On

Queensland’s favourite spa destination, Soak Bathhouse, is coming to central Bondi Junction in 2024. Offering the finest in wellness and relaxation, the NSW home will have a range of amenities including two large mineral pools, three hot spring-inspired thermal spas, saunas, cold plunge pools, massages, and facials.

Bondi Junction, Sydney

For all the local and eager Taylor Swift fans, Australia is set to hold a world-first international academic symposium on the ‘impact of Taylor Swift’. The three-day event will draw researchers from across the globe to explore Taylor’s influence on the music industry, culture, and economy. The event will be held in February 2024 during the same week the famed Eras Tour arrives down under. Speakers and ticketing will be finalised over the next few weeks.

Gather your sequins because a new cabaret theatre venue is launching this summer. Following the success of its first venue in Broadbeach, the team are opening a second site in Brisbane. Expect all the glitz and glamour, riotous entertainment, and boozy cocktails.

Brisbane’s Northshore

Join Quintessentially front row on Saturday 28th October to celebrate the best of Australian fashion. Mingle with other VIP’s and enjoy drinks, canapés, and grazing plates at the M/FW Fashion Lounge before heading to the incredible 101 Collins Street Runway, featuring Aje, Bec + Bridge, Carla Zampatti and more. For an elevated night, ask your lifestyle manager to arrange dinner beforehand.

28th October, 7pm, $350pp
Limited spots available, first in best dressed!

The Yarra River’s oldest public boathouse has returned after a $5.8 million revamp and is entering a new era of dining, drinking and entertainment. The transformation has been completed by the ingenious group at Australian Venue Co, of Morris House and The Espy institution. Whether you are indulging at the Conservatory Dining Room, enjoying a woodfired pizza at the Pavilion Bar, sipping on a coffee at The Perch, or lining up at the gelato cart, patrons will bask at the generous views of the Yarra River from all angles.

1 Boathouse Road, Kew

Ring in the new year with the best seats in the house as you overlook the glorious Sydney Harbour. Indulge in an early celebratory three-course dinner from 5pm, perfect for those who want to be wined and dined before exploring festivities elsewhere. For those eager to experience the fireworks from the restaurant (with those money-can’t-buy views), sit down for an elegant six-course dinner with paired wines.

1 Macquarie Street, Sydney
Early Evening 5:00pm, $320pp
Main Event 7:30pm, $1800pp

Avani, a Mornington Peninsula family-owned winery, and Freyja, a Nordic inspired CBD restaurant, have joined forces to create a lavish one-night-only event. Enjoy an unforgettable Nordic culinary experience at Freyja paired with Avani’s outstanding wines, and gain exclusive insights from head winemaker, Rohit Singh.

477 Collins Street, Melbourne
11th October, seatings from 6pm – 8:30pm

The Royce Hotel has lifted the curtains on its new Showroom Bar. The art-deco inspired interiors feature towering ceilings, curved staircases, a nine-metre bar, tiered chandeliers, extravagant velvet rugs, and enough chrome and leather to make any Rolls-Royce enthusiast delighted. Executive head chef, Pawan Dutta, formerly of Ritz-Carlton Doha, has created an extravagant all-day dining menu. Complete with its own champagne and caviar bar, it’s integral you take it for a test drive.

379 St Kilda, Melbourne

Once a beloved late-night CBD pub, Jacksons on George has reopened as a three-storey dining precinct. Legendary restauranteur Maurice Terzini and Michael Broom have reimagined the site to create three contemporary venues with great food and drinks traversing with art and music. Starting on the ground floor, the Public Bar offers a laid-back, grab-and-go style menu. On the second floor, Bistro George, will carry the origins of the late-night days, offering live jazz after 11pm. The rooftop has an al-fresco aesthetic with an elevated menu.

176 George Street, Sydney

This unique experience promises a blend of exceptional food and beautiful surroundings, gathering nature lovers and food enthusiasts in the Wellington National Park. Enjoy a stand-up cocktail luncheon with live blues and county sounds or sit-down for a four-course culinary journey of Japanese influence under the stars. Internationally renowned chef Scott Hallsworth will be curating both menus. Hallsworth is originally from Collie and is now based in London, famed for his role as head chef at Nobu London.

Wellington National Park, Collie
14th & 15th October

Returning for its eighth season on the Yarra, Arbory Afloat is taking guests away to sunny Mexico, combining the spirt of Tulum and Oaxaca in a jungle-meets-beach paradise. Relax under cabanas, dip your feet in the pool, or order fresh tacos at the standalone cart. Patrons will be invited to bask in the sunshine and indulge in a menu of age-old Mexican recipes prepared with modern flair. The drinks list will showcase plenty of mezcal and tequila-based cocktails, with a diverse range of margaritas.

2 Flinders Walk, Melbourne

The Queen Vic Market is bringing European ‘summer down under’ on Wednesday nights at the Europa Night Market. Melbourne’s best European street food and drink traders will take you on a global jourey, across five weeks, without the jet lag. Enjoy a smorgasbord of classic European street food with flavours from central and Eastern Europe, the Iberian Peninsula, the Mediterranean and beyond.

Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne
September 27th – October 25th

Australia’s most prestigious yacht club, the home of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht race, the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, is now also home to an all-day restaurant. Sydney-based hospitality extraordinaries, Boathouse Group, have built their domain on waterfront dining and have now taken over the space of the club’s bistro. The menu brings chic Mediterranean flair with plenty of taramasalata, freshly made hand stretched flat breads, and decadent chilli prawn pasta.

1 New Beach Road, Darling Point

Saddle up for a soiree in Melbourne’s skyline at Beverly rooftop this Spring. On Cup day, enjoy a glass of G.H.Mumm Champagne on arrival with a curated and handcrafted selection of canapés by Beverly's Executive head Chef, David Ball. For Oaks Day, indulge in a three-course menu with signature champagne and cocktails.

Level 24/627 Chapel Street, South Yarra
12pm - 4pm, 7th November, $150pp
3pm, 9th November, Tickets Available Soon

After launching with a bang in March with the its first addition, Night Feast, an immersive art, and feasting experience, is once again taking over Brisbane Powerhouse. You can expect another spectacular selection of Brisbane’s top chefs, alongside an exciting line-up of live music, interactive roaming performers and a captivating program of free events and awe-inspiring art.

118 Lamington Street, Brisbane
Every Wed-Sunday night from 4th - 29th October

Introducing the most exclusive boutique residence in Brighton, comprising of only five residences. FiftyTwo Black is the product of a partnership by world-renowned designers Nicholas Day and Jack Merlo, along with New York’s Gregory Tuck and Meg Sharpe. This flawless, new luxury abode is the first residence in Australia to be styled with Restoration Hardware branded furniture. Each residence is defined by one of three distinct design styles: California Romantic, Deco Moderne, and Desert Equestrian. Available for short to mid-term rental periods, these generous apartments are perfect for summer or Australian Open accommodation.

52 Black Street, Brighton

Whether you’re looking to cruise through the waters of the Whitsundays, explore the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, or discover the pristine beaches of the South Pacific, AIX provides the perfect platform to enjoy the ultimate luxury yacht experience. Accommodating 10 guests in 5 state cabins, AIX boasts a wealth of convivial space, perfect for charters with families or friends. AIX features 3 levels of elegantly proportioned decks ideal for indoor and outdoor living, a pool-sized jacuzzi, media room, teppanyaki bar, and a wide selection of water toys. Based in the stunning Whitsundays, AIX is available for charter in Australia and the South Pacific.

Contact your lifestyle manager to discuss exclusive charter rates for Quintessentially members.

From the 23rd to the 29th of October, Melbourne Fashion Week will take over the city with more than 100 events celebrating the best in Australian fashion. The program features city-wide runways in impressive locations, talks with fashion experts, hands-on workshops, pop-up fashion moments, and immersive experiences. Take a trip to the theatre and experience an avantgarde show in partnership with Moulin Rouge and experience elegance in a slick runway show featuring top designers Aje, Bec + Bridge and Carla Zampatti, or sit by the Le Meridien Pool whilst taking in the strong silhouettes of ready-to-wear designers.

Various Locations in Melbourne
23rd – 29th October
Contact your Lifestyle Manager for Quintessentially’s front row access experience.

Tarnanthi, the inaugural Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, is set to cast a new light on the art of Australia’s rich and diverse cultures. The festival, brought to us by the Art Gallery of South Australia and BHP Billiton, encourages opportunities for artists to create significant new work. By harnessing the storytelling power of traditional and modern art forms, the festival offers insight into Australia’s First Nations cultures.

Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide
8th – 18th October

Submerge yourself in an unforgettable journey through the natural world and explore the extraordinary diversity of our seven unique continents on the most epic scale. This immersive journey, with bespoke narration from David Attenborough, features breath-taking footage from Seven Worlds, One Planet, projected on multiple multi-angle screens.

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Melbourne
Every Day from October

Juicy Fest is back - with new cities and a massive line-up of influential stars confirmed for the 2024 tour. As the largest Hip Hop and R&B festival in the Southern Hemisphere, the event attracts more than 100,000 attendees. Featuring global superstars T-Pain, T.I, The Game, Trey Songz and more, you’ll be transported back to the 90s and 2000s.

January 2024
12th Showgrounds, Melbourne
13th Accor Stadium, Sydney
14th Stadium Park, Perth
19th Entertainment Centre, Adelaide
20th Doug Jennings Park, Gold Coast

Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres tour is set to hit Australian shores, with the band confirming one exclusive Perth performance as an extension of their worldwide tour. The spectacular show, bursting with lasers, fireworks and LED wristbands will be the first Coldplay concert in Perth in 14 years.

Optus Stadium, Perth
18th & 19th November 2023

Global sensation Bebe Rexha has announced she’s coming to Australia this November. With a string of hits under her belt, including ‘One In A Million’ and ‘I’m Good’, the tour is bound to be one of the hottest tickets of the Summer.

11th November, The Tivoli, Brisbane
13th November, Liberty Hall, Sydney
14th November, The Forum, Melbourne

Experience the inspiring life story of Tina Turner, Queen of Rock n’ Roll. Featuring more than 20 of her iconic songs, this smash hit musical is not to be missed. The musical is a true celebration of this exceptional woman, continuing to celebrate her life, her talent, and her joy.

Now Playing, Theatre Royal, Sydney
From February 2024, Crown Theatre, Perth
From April 2024, Festival Theatre, Adelaide
From July 2024, Lyric Theatre QPAC, Brisbane From September 2024, Princess Theatre, Melbourne

Opera Australia has announced that global sensation West Side Story will return to Handa Opera on the Sydney Harbour stage in 2024. The immense production remains the most successful of all Handa Opera productions, showcasing vibrant costumes, brilliant singers, and unmatched views of the Sydney skyline with a fireworks display.

22nd March – 21st April 2024, Handa Opera, Sydney

The Australian debut of Tony award-winning Broadway musical Dear Evan Hansen is coming to Sydney in 2024. The raw and inspiring story follows a socially awkward high school student who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight when he inadvertently invents an important role for himself at the centre of a local tragedy.

Roslyn Packer Theatre, Sydney
19th October – 17th November 2024

Created by the Emmy winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, David West Read, this hilarious new musical asks the question: What would happen if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Watch Shakespeare get remixed with some of the world’s most loved pop anthems including ‘Since U Been Gone’ and ‘I Kissed A Girl’.

30th December – 21st January 2023, Crown Theatre, Perth
28th February – 28th April 2024, Sydney Lyric Theatre, Sydney

Witness history in the making as WBO World Champion Australia’s own Tim Tszyu, defends his title against the fierce WBC Interim Champion, Brian Mendoza on the Gold Coast. Renowned for their knockouts, expect an explosive encounter.

Gold Coast Convention Centre, Gold Coast
15th October 2023

The 1000km endurance race on the unforgiving mountainous track is back for its 66th year. For the first time since 1984, Chevrolet will return, whilst also marking the first time in the event’s history that Holden will not race. Take in the power, the noise, and the heart stopping atmosphere across four thrilling days of racing action.

Mount Panorama, Bathurst
5th – 8th October

The Spring Racing Carnival is just around the corner and there are plenty of opportunities to attend. Whether it’s socialising at The Everest in Sydney, dressing up for the prestigious Melbourne Cup, or celebrating on fresh turf at the Country Races, there’s a perfect race day for everyone.

Various Dates at Flemington Racecourse, Royal Randwick, and Country Victoria.

The long-awaited $20 million Monopoly Dreams indoor theme park is officially opening in October. This is the second Monopoly Park in the world, the first calling home in Hong Kong. This fully immersive and interactive experience occupies a 1650-square-metre space in Melbourne Central. With 15 attractions, you can take a ride in the 4D theatre, use monopoly money to purchase dinner, and even take a spin on the chance wheel.

Melbourne Central, Melbourne
Opening 21st October

Imagine the chance to experience dinosaurs up close. The new immersive exhibit coming to Melbourne brings the Jurassic, Triassic, and Cretaceous periods to life right in front of your eyes. With over 80 life-sized animations, Dinos Alive will send you back to the age of the dinosaurs.

Fever Exhibition Hall, Brunswick
Wednesdays – Mondays

Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s supercalifragilisticexpialidocious production of Mary Poppins has arrived at Perth’s Crown Theatre for a strictly limited season. The world’s favourite nanny comes to life on stage in a spectacular and magical adaption.

Crown Theatre, Perth
Until 22nd October