# What's On In Ipswich, QL This Weekend | May 15-17, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Ipswich, Queensland is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Ipswich, Queensland this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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- **Event Name**: Brisbane's - True Crime Tour
  - **Description**: Explore the hidden past on Brisbane’s True Crime TourTake a Walk on the Dark Side…Don’t be fooled by the bright lights and bustling city streets. This city has a past…a dark past…Enjo
  - **Date**: Fri, 14 Nov – Fri, 13 Nov (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/brisbane/brisbanes-true-crime-tour-tickets/80002779395403
  - **Venue**: King George Square, Brisbane City QLD, Australia
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Ipswich

- **Event Name**: LINE DANCING AT HOTEL COMMONWEALTH
  - **Description**: Back again by popular demand 🤠🔥

Line Dancing is taking over Hotel Commonwealth once more, so grab your crew, dust off those boots and get ready for a night of stomping, scuffing and good times.

Hosted by Stomp & Scuff, this is your sign to hit the f
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ipswich/line-dancing-at-hotel-commonwealth/200029969632056
  - **Venue**: 5 Union Pl, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4305
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- **Event Name**: The White Pointers - Hotel Metropole
  - **Description**: The White Pointers are back at the famous Hotel Metropole for a great night of fun and frivolity and all of the classic pub rock you know and love, from Elvis to Barnsey and everything in between! Bring your mates and we'll see you all then 🦈🦈🎶🎶
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ipswich/the-white-pointers-hotel-metropole/200030041803313
  - **Venue**: 251-253 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
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- **Event Name**: Folk 'n' Shanty Night with Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon and The Salty Sirens
  - **Description**: Join us for a night of sea shanties and classic folk with the Salty Sirens and Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon!

As one half of renowned bands Súnas and RedCrow, Sarah and Paul have toured extensively in Australia and overseas, played at most folk and
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat May 16 2026 at 12:00 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ipswich/folk-n-shanty-night-with-sarah-calderwood-and-paul-brandon-and-the-salty-sirens/200030042638429
  - **Venue**: Banshees Bar & Artspace
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals, Concerts, Art, literary-art, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Fun with Explosives Southeast Asphyxia Tour 26 with System Trashed and Northern Lights
  - **Description**: Its been 3 years since their last release, but Brisbane hard hitters Fun With Explosives are finally back with the latest single Asphyxia and a run of shows from Bundaberg to Lismore, Friday 15th of May they will be returning to Banshees bar Ipswich for
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  - **Date**: Fri May 15 2026 at 09:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ipswich/fun-with-explosives-southeast-asphyxia-tour-26-with-system-trashed-and-northern-lights/200029984136350
  - **Venue**: Banshees Bar & Artspace
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- **Event Name**: Manikin Making Art Workshop
  - **Description**: Get hands-on and crafty at the Manikin Making Art Workshop by creating your own manikin or doll!About this EventReady to get creative? Join the Manikin Making Art Workshop and dive into the fun world of arts and craft by
  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Jun 27 2026 at 04:00 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ipswich/manikin-making-art-workshop/100001984558628280
  - **Venue**: Ipswich Art Workshop
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  - **Price**: AUD 33 to 41
  - **Categories**: Art, Workshops, Crafts

## Trending Events in Ipswich

- **Event Name**: The Handmade Expo August Market
  - **Description**: From our amazing handmade stalls to our beautiful fairy with the biggest bubbles you have ever seen to free face painting, lawn games, food trucks, picnics in the park and so much more
Come and join in the fun at The Handmade Expo IPSWICH
We offer the bes
  - **Venue**: Nicholas Street Precinct,, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4304
- **Event Name**: The Handmade Expo Christmas Extravaganza
  - **Description**: From our amazing handmade stalls to our beautiful fairy with the biggest bubbles you have ever seen to free face painting, lawn games, food trucks, picnics in the park and so much more
Come and join in the fun at The Handmade Expo IPSWICH
We offer the bes
  - **Venue**: Nicholas Street Precinct,, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4304
- **Event Name**: The Handmade Expo October Markets
  - **Description**: From our amazing handmade stalls to our beautiful fairy with the biggest bubbles you have ever seen to free face painting, lawn games, food trucks, picnics in the park and so much more
Come and join in the fun at The Handmade Expo IPSWICH
We offer the bes
  - **Venue**: Nicholas Street Precinct,, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4304
- **Event Name**: The Handmade Expo July Market
  - **Description**: From our amazing handmade stalls to our beautiful fairy with the biggest bubbles you have ever seen to free face painting, lawn games, food trucks, picnics in the park and so much more
Come and join in the fun at The Handmade Expo IPSWICH
We offer the bes
  - **Venue**: Nicholas Street Precinct,, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4304
- **Event Name**: The Handmade Expo MEGA Pre Christmas Event
  - **Description**: From our amazing handmade stalls to our beautiful fairy with the biggest bubbles you have ever seen to free face painting, lawn games, food trucks, picnics in the park and so much more
Come and join in the fun at The Handmade Expo IPSWICH
We offer the bes
  - **Venue**: Nicholas Street Precinct,, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4304
- **Event Name**: Diesel in Brisbane
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Diesel Experience LIVE at Ipswich Civic Centre—This Saturday, June 6, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Diesel is hitting Ipswich Civic C
  - **Venue**: Ipswich Civic Centre
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- **Event Name**: Anh Do - The Happiest Refugee LIVE!! - Ipswich
  - **Description**: ANH DO - THE HAPPIEST REFUGEE LIVE!! 

Anh Do’s bestselling book The Happiest Refugee has made readers laugh and cry, and was described by Russell Crowe as “the most surprising and inspiring read I have had in years.” Anh’s stage show takes it a step furt
  - **Venue**: Ipswich Civic Centre
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- **Event Name**: Ipswich show
  - **Description**: Come have fun at the ipswich show 3 days of fun, go on rides have some food and grab a bargain at my stall we will have single items for sale and we will be doing some showbags up aswell.
  - **Venue**: Ipswich Showgrounds
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- **Event Name**: IMTC presents GREASE
  - **Description**: Presented by Ipswich Musical Theatre Company…Set in the vibrant world of 1950s Rydell High, Grease remains one of the most loved and enduring musicals of all time. Bursting with infectious energy, unforgettable songs and co
  - **Venue**: Ipswich Civic Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** LINE DANCING AT HOTEL COMMONWEALTH (Fri May 15 2026 at 5 Union Pl, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4305), The White Pointers - Hotel Metropole (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 251-253 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia), Folk 'n' Shanty Night with Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon and The Salty Sirens (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Banshees Bar & Artspace), Fun with Explosives Southeast Asphyxia Tour 26 with System Trashed and Northern Lights (Fri May 15 2026 at 09:00 am at Banshees Bar & Artspace), Manikin Making Art Workshop (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Ipswich Art Workshop).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ipswich this weekend May 15–17, 2026?
  - **A:** The White Pointers - Hotel Metropole (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 251-253 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia), Folk 'n' Shanty Night with Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon and The Salty Sirens (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Banshees Bar & Artspace), Manikin Making Art Workshop (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Ipswich Art Workshop).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Ipswich in May 2026?
  - **A:** LINE DANCING AT HOTEL COMMONWEALTH (Fri May 15 2026 at 5 Union Pl, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4305), The White Pointers - Hotel Metropole (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at 251-253 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia), Folk 'n' Shanty Night with Sarah Calderwood & Paul Brandon and The Salty Sirens (Sat May 16 2026 at 09:00 am at Banshees Bar & Artspace), Fun with Explosives Southeast Asphyxia Tour 26 with System Trashed and Northern Lights (Fri May 15 2026 at 09:00 am at Banshees Bar & Artspace), Manikin Making Art Workshop (Sun May 17 2026 at 10:00 am at Ipswich Art Workshop).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Ipswich on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Ipswich include 5 Union Pl, Ipswich, QLD, Australia, Queensland 4305, 251-253 Brisbane St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia, Banshees Bar & Artspace.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** Prices for Weekend events in Ipswich range from AUD 25 to AUD 41. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Ipswich include Hotel Commonwealth, The White Pointers, The Salty Sirens.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Ipswich?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Ipswich.

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