Thorsday with Thor Ragnarok being released across Australia, PAX in Melbourne and Halloween celebrations everywhere else! Here is everything happening across Australia this week!
1. Queensland
Wednesday
Need to start your weekend with some Trivia? Head to MrHenderson’s in Brisbane for their Heroes and Villains Trivia on Wednesday night. Need more encouragement? It’s free and there will be food trucks.
Also don’t forget you only have until the end of the week to visit Containment and save the world from the Zombie Apocalypse before it ends on Sunday at the Brisbane Powerhouse.
Want to get a jump on Thorsday? There is advanced screenings of Thor: Ragnarok around Brisbane on Wednesday but we really want to tell you that the Yatala Drive-In is having a special early screening. If you plan on heading there make sure you get to the gate early before it fills up.
Or, catch the special Event Cinema screening of Thor: Ragnarok at Myer Centre also this Wednesday night in Brisbane. Your mega ticket will get you a ticket to the movie plus a whole lot of swag thanks to Zing.
Thursday
Happy Thorsday! Thor: Ragnarok is out in cinemas across Australia! Check back for our review but we feel pretty sure that you are going to check it out anyway!
Friday
It’s finally here! Season Two of Stranger Things on Netflix! Stock up on Red Bull and Eggos, it’s going to be a long night.
It’s just a jump to the left to grab some tickets to The Rocky Horror Picture Show screening at the New Farm Cinemas this Friday night in Brisbane. Grab tickets online or chance getting a ticket to this single session only.
Halloween comes early with not one but three classics (well two + a new one) at Brisbane‘s Myer Centre Event Cinema. Catch Poltergeist, Jigsaw and Army of Darkness playing this Friday night.
Not heading to Melbourne for PAX? Don’t worry you can always catch all the streamed panels via Twitch all weekend long.
Saturday
This in Brisbane the national X-Wing Tabletop finals are being held on Saturday and Sunday. While registration has already closed you can always attend to watch and pickup some tips from the pros.
Thinking about building your own life sized LEGO TARDIS? You are going to need a lot of bricks. Lucky this Saturday in Brisbane BrickResales are having an event with over 200kgs of preloved LEGO bricks. You might not be able to buy your own home but you might be able to build one.
FCBD is a long way away but this Saturday Ace Comics in Brisbane are having a mini-Halloween Comic event with Free comics to be given away! Not that you need a reason to pickup some fresh comics this week.
OR if you are closer to Brisbane City stop by Secret Identity Comics in costume for some treats like more Free Comics and Candy!
The 1-Up Arcade is having a Halloween massive event! The party atmosphere kicks off with a Halloween Party in Brisbane. DJ’s, Retro Arcades and a Cosplay Competition with a cash prize all this Saturday night.
And if you missed Rocky Horror on Friday don’t worry you get another chance on Saturday also in Brisbane with the Yatala Drive-In (again) also doing the time warp with a Drive-In session of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Make sure you get there early to buy tickets at the gate.
Or, if you are nearer to Ipswich you can also catch Rocky Horror as it plays at the Limelight also this Saturday!
And lastly in Brisbane Netherworld is joining in the Halloween Party weekend with their Nightmare on Brunswick St. Themed drinks and live creature SFX creations happening all evening. Check it out this Saturday.
And before you go to bed Saturday is also International Observe the Moon. So if it’s a clear night where you are, look up.
Sunday
Visit the Bonnyview Hotel in Brisbane on Sunday for their Spooktacular event and mini-Diagon Alley. The Harry Potter/Fantastic Beasts Trivia might already be booked out but if you book ahead now you can still get access to the Alley.
Suffering from Game of Throne’s withdrawals? Start from the beginning on Foxtel with their Game of Thrones pop-up channel replaying all of Season One.
2. New South Wales & ACT
Wednesday
Looking to Start your Thorsday early? Hoyt’s Cinemas are holding special Ultimate Movie sessions this Wednesday in selected locations. Check your local Hoyts to see if your cinema is also getting one of these special screenings.
OR catch the special Event Cinema screening of Thor: Ragnarok at the George Street cinemas also this Wednesday night in Sydney. Your mega ticket will get you a ticket to the movie plus a whole lot of swag thanks to Zing.
Thursday
Happy Thorsday! Thor: Ragnarok is out in cinemas across Australia! Check back for our review but we feel pretty sure that you are going to check it out anyway!
Friday
It’s finally here! Season Two of Stranger Things on Netflix! Stock up on Red Bull and Eggos, it’s going to be a long night.
Not heading to Melbourne for PAX? Don’t worry you can always catch all the streamed panels via Twitch all weekend long.
If you are in Sydney and looking to fill your Halloween Eve head to the Spawn Point Bar for a weekend long Halloween Party that kicks off this Friday. You don’t have to wear a costume to go… but you don’t have to not wear a costume to go.
Also for Halloween, kicking off Friday and running til Monday Sydney‘s Luna Park has a Halloscream 5: Revenge of the Forgotten Funfair event. The first 3 rounds of tickets have sold out already for some of the nights so if you are planning on going grab yours now!
Saturday
Need some Zombies for your Halloween? This Saturday in Canberra is the annual Zombie Walk! This free event is aimed to raise money for the Brain Foundation, so register make sure you raise for this great charity.
And before you go to bed Saturday is also International Observe the Moon. So if it’s a clear night where you are, look up.
Sunday
Suffering from Game of Throne’s withdrawals? Start from the beginning on Foxtel with their Game of Thrones pop-up channel replaying all of Season One.
Zelda (or Link) fans have a chance to enjoy the music from Legend of Zelda as played by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra this Sunday. With two sessions this Sunday before it’s gone, grab your tickets now.
Star Wars Fans in Sydney might want to check out Skyforce Sydney’s 4th Meet this Sunday. Check out the auction or maybe meet some new friends who share a common love for everything Star Wars.
3. Victoria & Tasmania
Wednesday
Love Tossed Salads and Scrambled Eggs? If you get that reference then head to Island Somewhere for their Fraiser Trivia this Wednesday night in Melbourne. It’s free, but make sure you book ahead to make sure you get a place.
Looking to Start your Thorsday early? Hoyt’s Cinemas are holding special Ultimate Movie sessions this Wednesday in selected locations. Check your local Hoyts to see if your cinema is also getting one of these special screenings.
Thursday
Happy Thorsday! Thor: Ragnarok is out in cinemas across Australia! Check back for our review but we feel pretty sure that you are going to check it out anyway!
Friday
It’s finally here! Season Two of Stranger Things on Netflix! Stock up on Red Bull and Eggos, it’s going to be a long night.
Kicking off your Halloween celebrations in Melbourne Luna Park has an all weekend Halloween event with Luna Dark. This weekend long Costume party means when PAX finishes on Sunday you don’t have to as it runs until Monday.
In Melbourne? Then of course you are going to PAX! It starts this Friday and runs all weekend long! In another state? Don’t worry you can always catch all the streamed panels via Twitch all weekend long.
Looking for where the PAX After-party is happening? Head to the BETA Bar in Melbourne for their Halloweekend and 3rd Birthday Celebration. With cheap entry for Cosplayers and free entry for PAX Enforcers of course you want to go!
Looking for something non-PAX related? The Eureka Hotel has you sorted with Disney Trivia in Melbourne this Friday AND Saturday night. Wear your favourite Halloween themed Disney Costume, and book ahead with tickets available now.
Saturday
If you aren’t at PAX on Saturday maybe you will want to be at the Astor Theatre 24 Hour Spooktacular! What is it? 24 Hours of Halloween goodness back to back with The Monster Squad, The Gate, The Hills have Eyes, The Belong, Halloween 2, A Lizard in a Woman’s Skin, Effects, Blood Diner, Halloween 3, Waxwork, The Wraith and Leprechaun! It’s happening this Saturday (and Sunday) in Melbourne.
If you are closer to Ballarat and looking for Time Travel then the Kryal Castle is hosting the Timeline Festival this Saturday and Sunday. With so many timelines converging in the one place all you need is to arrive via a TARDIS or a Delorean.
Don’t forget Day 2 of the BETA Bar Halloweekend in Melbourne. Why do you want to head there on Saturday? The Cosplay Comp with $1000 cash prize might tempt you, it’s on this Saturday.
The PAX After Party Events continue at Bar SK with Melbourne Gaymers this Saturday. Come for the drinks or the cosplay comp or even just to enjoy some good company as it happens this Saturday.
And before you go to bed Saturday is also International Observe the Moon. So if it’s a clear night where you are, look up.
Sunday
Suffering from Game of Throne’s withdrawals? Start from the beginning on Foxtel with their Game of Thrones pop-up channel replaying all of Season One.
Missed the last Box Hill Collectables Fair? It’s on again this Sunday in Melbourne. Head along to find that mint in blister pack original Ghostbusters figure that will complete your life this Sunday.
And just to wrap up your PAX afterparty, the BETA Bar’s 3rd anniversary party wraps up on Sunday in Melbourne. If you are a PAX enforcer than entry is still free with discounts for Cosplayers. Come unwind and start the countdown for PAX 2018.
4. South Australia & Northern Territory
Wednesday
Start your Thorsday early and catch the special Event Cinema screening of Thor: Ragnarok at the Marion cinemas also this Wednesday night in Adelaide. Your mega ticket will get you a ticket to the movie plus a whole lot of swag thanks to Zing.
Thursday
Happy Thorsday! Thor: Ragnarok is out in cinemas across Australia! Check back for our review but we feel pretty sure that you are going to check it out anyway!
Friday
It’s finally here! Season Two of Stranger Things on Netflix! Stock up on Red Bull and Eggos, it’s going to be a long night.
Looking to kick your Halloween started early? The Horbland Graveyard Horror Maze opens this weekend! If you are in Adelaide this will be a new fixture in the Adelaide scene but head there this Friday to say you went there first.
Not heading to Melbourne for PAX? Don’t worry you can always catch all the streamed panels via Twitch all weekend long.
Saturday
Head to Greenlight Comics in Adelaide this Saturday to celebrate Halloween with free comics! Check out some of the local creators and discounts for Cosplayers sounds like all the reason you need to pickup some comics this Saturday.
And before you go to bed Saturday is also International Observe the Moon. So if it’s a clear night where you are, look up.
Sunday
Suffering from Game of Throne’s withdrawals? Start from the beginning on Foxtel with their Game of Thrones pop-up channel replaying all of Season One.
5. Western Australia
Wednesday
Looking to Start your Thorsday early? Hoyt’s Cinemas are holding special Ultimate Movie sessions this Wednesday in selected locations. Check your local Hoyts to see if your cinema is also getting one of these special screenings.
Or if you can’t get to Hoyts, catch the special Event Cinema screening at the Innaloo cinemas also this Wednesday night in Perth. Your mega ticket will get you a ticket to the movie plus a whole lot of swag thanks to Zing.
Thursday
Happy Thorsday! Thor: Ragnarok is out in cinemas across Australia! Check back for our review but we feel pretty sure that you are going to check it out anyway!
Friday
It’s finally here! Season Two of Stranger Things on Netflix! Stock up on Red Bull and Eggos, it’s going to be a long night.
Want to get your Halloween started early? Event Cinemas Innaloo in Perth is screening Poltergeist & Army of Darkness this Friday night. Check the official site for screening times.
After the movie follow this up with Perth‘s LevelUp for their Halloween Party also on Friday night. Play some Halloween themed games and dress in some spooky costumes to win some great prizes.
Or, head over to the Respawn Bar for their HALOween Party also in Friday night also in Perth. Dress in your Halloween best for some treats at the door before heading in for a Respawn night with all the HALO you can handle.
Not heading to Melbourne for PAX? Don’t worry you can always catch all the streamed panels via Twitch all weekend long.
Saturday
Got any plans for your Saturday in WA that we missed? Drop us a line or let us know in the comments down below!
But before you go to bed Saturday is also International Observe the Moon. So if it’s a clear night where you are, look up.
Sunday
Suffering from Game of Throne’s withdrawals? Start from the beginning on Foxtel with their Game of Thrones pop-up channel replaying all of Season One.
Heading out or catching up? Did we miss anything? As always tell us in the comments below or maybe drop us a line
