Concrete Playground - Usa - Feed https://concreteplayground.com/usa/hudson-brown/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 22:00:31 +0000 en-au hourly 1 This Just In: 'The Lion King' Will Once Again Roar in Melbourne's Regent Theatre, Over a Decade Since Its Last Acclaimed Run https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/stage-arts-entertainment-2/lion-king-melbourne-2027 https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/stage-arts-entertainment-2/lion-king-melbourne-2027 Thu, 13 Aug 2026 06:13:35 +0000 The circle of life is turning once again, with this modern classic theatre production returning to Melbourne after more than a decade.

]]> The circle of life is turning once again, with this modern classic theatre production returning to Melbourne after more than a decade.

]]> Now Open: Aman Has Unveiled Its Latest Ultra-Luxe Desert Oasis on Mexico's Dramatic Baja Coast https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/now-open-amanvari-mexico https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/now-open-amanvari-mexico Wed, 12 Aug 2026 06:37:42 +0000 As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

]]> As the newest property in Aman's attention-grabbing expansion into the Americas, this desert-meets-ocean resort is defined by its surroundings.

]]> Now Open: Temple Hangars Expands a Byron Bay Hinterland Favourite with Four Retreats Designed Around the Landscape https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/temple-hangars-northern-rivers-byron-bay https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/temple-hangars-northern-rivers-byron-bay Wed, 12 Aug 2026 03:13:46 +0000 Set among the farmland of Nashua, Temple Hangars brings together restrained architecture, thoughtful interiors and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

]]> Set among the farmland of Nashua, Temple Hangars brings together restrained architecture, thoughtful interiors and a deep connection to the surrounding landscape.

]]> Church Is Now in Session: Geelong's New Live Music Venue's Opening Weekend Is Finally Here https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/church-geelong-opening-weekend https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/church-geelong-opening-weekend Tue, 11 Aug 2026 05:16:47 +0000 Geelong's newest live music venue is kicking off a packed debut gig guide with Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers.

]]> Geelong's newest live music venue is kicking off a packed debut gig guide with Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers.

]]> Skip the Algorithm — Melbourne Fringe Festival's Curated Program Is Here to Get Audiences Out of Their Comfort Zone https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/melbourne-fringe-festival-curated-program-2026 https://concreteplayground.com/usa/arts-entertainment/melbourne-fringe-festival-curated-program-2026 Tue, 11 Aug 2026 01:42:40 +0000 Leave your bubble behind, as this boundary-pushing festival returns with three weeks of strange and surprising performances and experiences.

]]> Leave your bubble behind, as this boundary-pushing festival returns with three weeks of strange and surprising performances and experiences.

]]> Coming Soon: Queenstown's New Lakefront Hotel Is Built for Snow Days, Spa Sessions and Sunset Drinks https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/coming-soon-avani-queenstown https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/coming-soon-avani-queenstown Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:14:07 +0000 Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

]]> Queenstown's hotel scene is welcoming a fresh lifestyle escape that combines lake views and social spaces with more than a little deep relaxation.

]]> Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair 2026 https://concreteplayground.com/usa/event/darwin-aboriginal-art-fair-2026 https://concreteplayground.com/usa/event/darwin-aboriginal-art-fair-2026 Fri, 07 Aug 2026 02:28:50 +0000 Celebrating its 20th edition, this much-loved art fair returns with 1,500 artists, ethical art sales and a packed cultural program.

]]> Celebrating its 20th edition, this much-loved art fair returns with 1,500 artists, ethical art sales and a packed cultural program.

]]> The Best Boutique Gyms and Wellness Clubs in Melbourne for 2026 https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/melbourne-best-gyms-wellness-clubs https://concreteplayground.com/usa/travel-leisure/melbourne-best-gyms-wellness-clubs Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:15:20 +0000 Melbourne's fitness scene has levelled up, blending premium equipment, expert coaching and recovery spaces that make every session count.

]]> Melbourne's fitness scene has levelled up, blending premium equipment, expert coaching and recovery spaces that make every session count.

]]> Coming Soon: Afloat Is Going Greek for Its 11th Season, with Ouzo Frozen Cola, Meze and a Toast to Your Health https://concreteplayground.com/usa/food-drink/afloat-melbourne-yamas-greece https://concreteplayground.com/usa/food-drink/afloat-melbourne-yamas-greece Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:01:14 +0000 This floating venue has resurfaced with a Greek island-inspired makeover, complete with native wines, seasonal cocktails and meze plates.

]]> This floating venue has resurfaced with a Greek island-inspired makeover, complete with native wines, seasonal cocktails and meze plates.

]]> Coming Soon: Japan's Mega Curry Rice Chain CoCo Ichibanya Is Making Its Australian Debut https://concreteplayground.com/usa/food-drink/coco-ichibanya-melbourne https://concreteplayground.com/usa/food-drink/coco-ichibanya-melbourne Wed, 05 Aug 2026 04:13:31 +0000 The world's largest Japanese curry rice chain is landing in Melbourne, bringing its famously customisable cuisine to Australia for the first time.

]]> The world's largest Japanese curry rice chain is landing in Melbourne, bringing its famously customisable cuisine to Australia for the first time.

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