Has time got away from you and you’re wondering what to do with 5 days worth of holidays? Never fear! Here are our top picks for some fun in your capital city.

• SYDNEY

  Go crazy when the circus comes to town - Hoopla Festival Darling Harbour
  A Sydney Classic - The Royal Easter Show
  Enjoy the Autumn weather at a beautiful park or beach ON ANZAC Day

• MELBOURNE

  Laugh till it hurts at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival
  
  Be amazed by the work of VCE students at Top Designs 2011
  
  Explore a park you’ve never visited before

• ADELAIDE

  Go to the biggest picnic race in the world – Oatbank Racing Carnival
  
  Be part of the spectacular that is the Barossa Vintage Festival
  
  Visit one of Adelaide’s beautiful parks and gardens

• PERTH

  Hunt for whale sharks and manta rays – Incredible Ningaloo Reef
  
  Explore the many events of the Margaret River Region
  
  Dawn Service is held at the State War Memorial, Kings Park

• BRISBANE

  Unite with other chocoholics at the Easter Chocolate Buffet
  All things vintage, all things handmade – Marky Markets
  Enjoy some family beach time

• HOBART

  Hop along to the Hobart Easter Trail
  
  Spend Saturday at the Salamanca Market
  
  Stretch your legs in a stunning park