Warning, this list may cause serious FOMO. Add these adventures to your Ipswich itinerary, just don't forget to invite your BFF.Get your head in the cloudsThe best way to see the Ipswich countryside is sky-high in a Floating Images Hot Air Balloon Flights basket. Live out your motorsport dreamsYou can become a V8 race car driver for a day in the drivers’ seat of an iconic Ford, Holden, Mustang or Camaro. Or take to the track in a go kart, drift car or on the back of a superbike.
Wholesome, soulful music, a stellar line up and a seriously good venue. CMC is here!It’s time to suit up and get down, at one of the country’s biggest music festivals right here in Ipswich.But before you embark on your epic rockin’ journey at Willowbank this year, we have a few helpful hints so you can maximise the good times and minimise everything else.
With over 5,000ha of conservation area to call our own, it goes without saying that Ipswich is the place to be for outdoor activities, but I bet you’ve never been out into one of our green spaces at night… Enter night hiking in Ipswich and the wonderful opportunities that now present themselves when you book onto one of our guided after-hours experiences with Ipswich City Council.City Lights Night HikeAmongst our more full-on expeditions, the City Lights Night Hike is one of the truest nature at night experiences we have to offer. Guided by nothing but our headlamps and headed deep into White Rock – Spring Mountain Conservation Estate, the City Lights Night Hike walk is a unique way to witness the bush come to life in all its nocturnal glory. As you might have guessed, this particular experience culminates in the summit of a ridge, overlooking thousands of distant lights, in an ocean of human habitation. All with the backdrop of a stillness that only nature can provide. The City Lights Night Hike tour is a crowd favourite and bookings are essential, so book via our website to secure your spot.Moonrise Night HikesJust like our last mention, the Moonrise Night Hikes available through Ipswich City Council are of the more demanding experiences on this list. But nothing good ever comes easy and the Moonrise Night Hikes are no exception.
From historic and heritage buildings, to newly renovated and built event spaces there are a lot of reasons to book your next party in the Heritage City.Queensland Museum Rail WorkshopsImagine your next function set in the authentic surrounds of the birthplace of rail in Queensland. Queensland Museum Rail Workshops offers a variety of one-of-a-kind spaces. Functions are developed to suit your requirements and come with the option to add a torch light tour of the museum after dark. Choose from a magical space for dinner and cocktails, or the cafe which has a dance floor overlooking the beautiful fairy lit trees!Catering is available from cocktail style with hot and cold options to alternative drop menus, see more information here.
Greater Springfield is a great location for a getaway, with world-class hiking, an award-winning golf course and fantastic dining on offer.There are also great pet-friendly activities, if you live close enough you could also make this into a day trip with your furry friend or book a pet-friendly Airbnb.Day 1, 7.00 amPack the car and head to the entrance of the White Rock–Spring Mountain Conservation Estate to enjoy a morning hiking up to the Main Ridge Lookout. See the high rises of Brisbane City in the distance.
Whether your friends are two-legged or four-legged, here’s an epic weekend idea for you to enjoy.And here's how to plan the paw-fest dog friendly stay.Start with an afternoon at Imbibis Craft DistilleryIpswich’s only gin distillery, Imbibis, is dog friendly and a great location to start the weekend at! Relax on the chesterfield sofa and sample one or all of the many different gin flavours. You can also take a distillery tour from 2pm.
