MAJOR EVENTS in Brisbane 23 July 2008 EkkA time is almost here   Don't miss     EkkA 2008 7 - 16 August 2008 Strawberry ice-creams, dagwood dogs, fireworks and showbags can only mean one thing - that's right it's EkkA time! Whether you're young, or young at heart, there's something for everyone to enjoy at the EkkA.   EkkA highlights Animal Boulevard Sideshow Alley Nova Live and Loud @ EkkA The Coffee Club Fashion Parades EkkA Ig-Nites Memories of the EkkA Exhibition Showtime book release Things you need to know   Show holiday dates Brisbane and surrounds get an EkkA public holiday. Find out when your holiday is and when other regions are off too.     It's a big decision Which showbags will you choose this year? Save time and get the full details of the 2008 showbags now. ADVERTISEMENT       Exclusive offer: Metro Hotel Tower Mill Brisbane 3.5* 3 night double discount, including parking, Foxtel and in-house movies. From $115 per night. Save $145.     Win family passes, fashion VIP tickets and showbags Be sure to enter our EkkA Showbag and EkkA Fashion Parade Competition for your chance to win great prizes.     Save cash, time and stress Find out how you can make your EkkA day drama-free with our practical tips including buying your tickets online and planning your itinerary.     Share your EkkA memories Check out the EkkA photos our members have submitted from previous years. Share your own EkkA memories now.   subscribeupdate your profile address privacy policy e-mail us