HERE'S five fun things to do in the Tweed area this weekend:

Get out to Bleach Festival

THIS weekend sees the start of the Bleach Festival. Bleach 2014 will present three mega weekends of music, arts and culture located across world famous surf breaks and beachside venues. The first weekend coincides with the final weekend of the Quiksilver and Roxy Pro. Bleach is a lifestyle, producer, festival, travelling road show and canvas for Gold Coast culture. Catch the Bleach wave in whatever shape it comes to you. For more information phone 07 55343500 or visit the website.

Listen to the Oka at Mt Warning

TRY something a little different tonight by heading along to Mt Warning Rainforest Park to listen to Oka. Stay the weekend for the inaugural concert. Camp out in the rainforest, dance to the Music of Oka and transform with yoga on Sunday morning. The Oka Sunset Dance Concert commences at 6pm and finishes at 10pm, camping is $15 per person per night. On Sunday morning begin the day with Sunrise Yoga with Oka. Inquiries on 02 6679 5120.

Check out an Australian play

MURWILLUMBAH Theatre Company present 2 Doors Down, an Australian comedy drama in two acts that take an honest and humorous look at issues such as the way we handle sex, death and each other. Performance dates are Friday 14 & 21 March at 7.30pm, Saturday 8, 15 & 22 March at 7.30pm and Sunday 16 & 23 March at 2pm. Phone Lesley 0409 847 097.

Get out and play

AT Salt Village tonight there is a great event called Get Out and Play. Take a stand against screen time and bring your kids to a wondrous day of play. Craft projects, yoga classes, kite making, cardboard city, face painting, weaving, sand play, busy boxes, projects and possibilities. Parents are responsible for their children at all times and are encouraged to get involved in the activities This is a free event so phone Julian Beaumont on 0408 568 369 for more.

TAKE a leisurely drive down to the beautiful village of Chillingham on Sunday for their markets. With lots of local handmade items and produce there will be something for everyone. The Chillingham Village Markets are held at the Chillingham Community Centre with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.