School holidays can be a magical time spent making memories with the family, but the long summer break can sometimes feel too long.  When the kids are once again back at school, you might need some me time to decompress from the endless "mum", "dad", "I'm bored" talk.  Use this list that can help you plan some fun times without the kids.Smash your frustrations away!Don't wait, book in now to smash out those school holiday frustrations safely - at Rage Cage.  All the safety equipment is supplied, and it's just you in a room with a bat smashing to your heart's content!  Enjoy.Indulge in fried chicken followed by ice cream sans childrenIf you've spent the holidays trying to force fruit and veges onto the kids, saying no to takeaway and just setting a great example for the kids with healthy eating - then I applaud you!  And you probably need a cheat day...

We all know the summer days in Ipswich can get hot, but as the sun goes down it's the perfect time to head out and enjoy a drink with friends and family in the cool night air.See a show at BansheesBanshees Bar and Art Space hosts live gigs on the weekends.  In fact they've single handedly brought over 500 bands to Ipswich since they started operations five years ago.They're also great at whipping up cocktails and a great meeting place to kick off your night.

Here's a few events to help get you into the spirit (pun intended) this Halloween, including ghost tours, parties and even a spooky carnival!Halloween TriviaAnswer spooky questions at Orion Hotel's Halloween Trivia on Friday 31 October from 6.30pm-8.30pm.Cheers with dark Halloween brewsCelebrate Halloween at Stony Creek Brewing and try three new dark beers on October 31. There will also be a spooky cocktail, decorations and lollies for the kids. Patrons are encouraged to dress up!

Feel like spending a long weekend indulging in delicious flavours, soaking up some heritage or just breathing fresh country air?  We've got you!Check out the Nicholas Street PrecinctThe award winning Nicholas Street Precinct features a movie cinema, restaurants and bars, activities for the kids and much more! The entertainment precinct has a MiniBounce for children 0-6 years old, a space for the bigger kids to enjoy with bowling and arcade games as well as great food and drinks at General Public and a Hoyts movie cinema.There's also a beautifully restored pub - Hotel Commonwealth that serves up tasty bites and drinks seven days a week. 

Start planning your weekends with these great walks in Ipswich.  From mountains to hike to lush gardens and reserves you'll find some nature here...Colleges CrossingColleges Crossing is a great place to take the family for a walk.  Check out the lake for fishing and kayaking.And there’s bike and scooter paths, walking tracks, a playground and sheltered tables.

If your ideal holiday is an adrenaline-pumping adventure, then get your thrills right here.  Mix and match your choices to create your perfect getaway…Spec Ops PaintballIf you’re a paintball, gell ball or Nerf fan, then Spec Ops Paintball will satisfy your action cravings.  Inside their dedicated indoor field you’ll navigate through rooms and blast your way through different games.  Perfect for all ages, even kids with the addition of Nerf battles, this is one spot not to miss on your trip to Ipswich.Stay at Oaks Ipswich Aspire Suites close to Spec Ops Paintball and next door to the award-winning Bakehouse Steakhouse, a top spot for dinner and a sneaky cocktail.