Looking to have maximum fun with minimal spending? The City is bursting with things to do on a dime, from free music gigs and secret garden adventures to mid-week cheap eats. Here are five ways to fill your days and have a blast on a budget. more
There are just a few sleeps left until World Science Festival Brisbane is back for another year of weird, wild and wonderful talks, exhibitions and events. Alongside debates on astrophysics and musings on Mars, the festival is home to a whole suite of brain-tingling events geared towards the curious minds of little scientists. From March 15 – 24, kids of all ages are invited to delve into the world of science with deep-dive chats, live experiments and interactive artworks. Here’s your guide to the family-friendly events you and your little one won’t want to miss at World Science Festival 2024. more
Trailblazing creative institution Metro Arts has unveiled its groundbreaking 2024 season of events, exhibitions and performances, which is set to shine a spectacularly bright light on a new wave of innovative artists and their daring endeavours. With experimentation at its core, the stellar new program will thrill audiences and enthusiasts with 13 thought-provoking art exhibitions, ten boundary-pushing mainstage productions, and the debut of a two-week dance festival. Here's a sneak peek of what's to come ... more
If you're yet to experience GOMA's enchanted new exhibition Fairy Tales, now is your chance! From Friday January 19, a fantastical three-day festival will weave its way through GOMA's galleries, outdoor spaces and cinemas bringing a whimsical line-up of workshops, performances, storytelling sessions, screenings and, of course, an all-access pass to its blockbuster summer exhibition. more
Ah, school holidays. While we love some quality time spent with the little ones, sometimes it can be difficult to find enough activities to keep the kiddies entertained that are also easy on the bank account. This is where the Lord Mayor's Children's Program comes in. With two super-fun and free productions taking over Brisbane City Hall in December and January, there is so much affordable entertainment to be experienced. Keep reading for all of the details ... more
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at West End's premier lifestyle precinct. That’s right, the trees are being decorated and twinkling lights are adorning the buildings at West Village, but that’s not the only way the precinct is delivering the Christmas cheer this festive season. West Village will come alive with a myriad of merry activities, offering everything from Christmas ornament decorating workshops to a magical evening of Carols and more! Keep reading for all of the details … more
For 26 years Valley Fiesta has brought a spectacular selection of established and emerging talent to Fortitude Valley. This year is shaping up to be no different, with a loaded line-up of talented musos hitting the stage on November 3 and 4, including headline acts Mallrat, Mildlife and Hatchie – all for free! While we suggest you check out these musical heavyweights, there are plenty of lesser-known individuals and groups that are well-worth adding to your fiesta itinerary. It’s sure to be a doozy, so keep reading for our top picks … more
It was back in 1997 when revellers first filled the inner-city streets of Fortitude Valley for the inaugural Valley Fiesta. Now in its 26th year, the highly anticipated staple of a Brissy music lover's calendar is returning with a loaded line-up of top-notch talent including Mallrat, Mildlife and Hatchie. Keep reading for all of the details … more
With summer just around the corner, it's time to dust off the picnic rug and camp chairs, and head to West End for an afternoon of great company, eats and beats. That's right, West Village is bringing back its Sundowner Sessions, with themed live music, delicious food and free face painting taking over The Common throughout November. more
The race that stops the nation is only weeks away, which means time is running out to lock in a luxury soiree to attend and organise your fashions-on-the-field-worthy 'fit. While the main race is over in about 200 seconds, the fun doesn't need to end there. Add this post race-day party to your itinerary on Tuesday November 7 – you're guaranteed to have a win no matter who you were cheering for. more
Brisbane's home of storytelling is turning 20 and is hosting a birthday bash filled with free, family-friendly tours, talks, workshops and activities to celebrate. For the past two decades, Museum of Brisbane has welcomed more than five million visitors through its doors, sharing stories of the people, places and events that have shaped our city. We think this is a pretty good reason to celebrate, so be sure to clear your calendars on Saturday October 21 as MoB is pulling out all of the stops for the big two zero. Keep reading for all of the details ... more
QPAC's annual celebration of First Nations art and culture returns in November with an exciting program of live events, workshops, concerts, theatre, children's shows and more. Clancestry is proudly programmed, curated and run by First Nations people, and spotlights everything that is ‘beautiful, Blak and deadly’ about First Nations culture. An incredible line-up of events will roll out from November 8–12, so keep reading to discover what's on offer ... more
The residents of Albion Fine Trades are getting together to throw a bash filled with delicious food, wine and music. Here's what we know ... more
Something big and beautiful is about to land at HOTA and it's called WONDER Festival. The main attraction of the ten-day celebration of outdoor art and performance is the eye-catching large-scale installation Borealis by Dan Acher, which will illuminate the night sky in a breathtaking display of colour reminiscent of the Northern Lights. This October, you can roll out a rug underneath the spectacular sky while you take in spellbinding tunes from Mzaza at Fridays on the Big Lawn. Here's everything you need to know ... more
If Lightscape is anything to go by, this year's Brisbane Festival is full of fluorescent fun. Another event that is lighting up Brisbane's community spaces involves everyone's favourite brightly-coloured bird. Across four nights in September, a playful parade of full-size flamingos will bring some flare to West Village, for an outrageous outdoor performance from Dead Puppet Society. more
As spring rolls around and the weather starts to warm, us Queenslanders take on a different personality. Our social calendars fill up and the need to make up for winter nights spent inside kicks in. Be sure to clear your diary on September 16 and 30, as Distillery Road Market (DRM) is once again bringing a loaded line-up of piping-hot events. From food-truck feasts and terrific tunes to artisan goods and fresh seasonal produce, DRM has something for every market-goer. more
We all know and love Distillery Road Market for its mouth-watering mix of fresh produce and enticing eats, alongside the spectacular selection of small-batch producers, local artisans and vintage goods. This month the lifestyle, food and entertainment hub has returned with a pleasing line-up of markets, alongside two super-fun nights of events, including a Roller Disco and a pulse-accelerating skateboard competition. So don your skates and elbow pads and let's roll into all of the details ... more
In case you missed the exciting news, the Pacific Airshow is flying into Surfers Paradise from August 18–20. The best seats in the house are at none other than Paradise Centre, which is celebrating the aviation event with Paradise Air, an airshow extravaganza that promises non-stop thrills, flavoursome fare, fabulous freebies and even some feathered friends. Ready to board? Leave your passport at home and come along with us to this beachside plane party. more
We love our city, especially its ever-evolving arts and culture scene. Brisbane's vibrant arts sector continues to flourish with a myriad of theatre shows, exhibitions, galleries, live music and more pouring into the pipeline of Queensland's rich cultural fabric. The next exciting artistic addition is Museum of Brisbane's newest collaboration, which will see MOB's artist in residence Dead Puppet Society help build on Brisbane's connection to community and place through a custom-made centrepiece. more
To understand how far we have come, we must first understand where we began and the road taken to get there. State Library of Queensland's latest collection Working Country is a chance for us to acknowledge the raw history of those that were an integral part of Queensland's growth in the pastoral industry. From June 24, 2023 to January 28, 2024, step inside the iconic library as it pays tribute to Aboriginal stockmen and women through personal stories, historical photographs and individual profiles. more
