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Bracken Ridge Backyard Bonanza
Get ready for the Bracken Ridge Backyard Bonanza, a vibrant day packed with live music, entertainment, delicious food, and activities for all ages. Bring your family and friends and enjoy a great day out in the heart of the community.This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the event Facebook.
Brisbane Kite Festival
A wonderful free family event full of fun for all ages, from toddlers and preschoolers to teens and young and older adults. Bring your own kite or choose one from the wide variety on sale.Food trucks, a sausage sizzle, children's rides, face painting and other fun activities promise a lovely day in the winter sun.This event is organised by the Rotary Clubs of Brisbane South-East and Carindale and proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information please visit Brisbane Kite Festival Facebook.
WindsorFest 2026
WindsorFest 2026 is a free vibrant, fun, family-focused day attracting thousands of visitors. It will feature a day-time schedule of amusement rides, roaming entertainment and community markets operating from 10am to 4pm, with food trucks, a beer garden and a twilight live music event from 5pm-8pm.Location: Windsor State School, 1 Harris Lane, Windsor 4030This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Windsor State School P&C website.
Fair on the Green
Fair on the Green is an initiative of the Milton State School P&C Association - a day of fun for all in the community! There is plenty to see & do - market stalls, rides, activities, food trucks, BBQ, bar, performances, face painting, emergency vehicle displays - and even a free movie at 6pm!This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Fair on the Green website.
Brisbane Serbian Festival
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience filled with live entertainment, delectable Serbian food and sweets, exciting kids rides, captivating Serbian dancing, and competitions with fantastic prizes to be won! Location: Dutton Park State School Oval, Woolloongabba.For more information please visit the event page on Facebook.The Brisbane Serbian Festival is proudly brought to you by the St Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church, Woolloongabba and supported by Brisbane City Council.
Brisbane Festival
This year, the Festival moves with the rhythm of Brisbane itself. Inspired by Brisbane being the world's earliest rising city, the program stretches from First Light through to After Dark.Across every corner of the program - from theatre, music, dance, circus, and puppetry to intimate encounters and large-scale spectacles - you will discover World Premieres, Australian Exclusives, and extraordinary artists from Queensland, across Australia, and around the globe.Discover the full 2026 festival program now via the Brisbane Festival website.Brisbane Festival is an initiative of the Queensland Government and Brisbane City Council.
Matsuri Brisbane 2026
Welcome to Matsuri Brisbane 2026!Join us for a historic celebration as 2026 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between Japan and Australia.To celebrate this special milestone, Matsuri Brisbane 2026 will highlight the strong bond and cultural exchange between Japan and Australia that has grown over the past 50 years.Enjoy traditional music, delicious street food, exciting performances, and unforgettable cultural experiences - all live and in person. It's the perfect chance to connect with the community, make new friends, and experience the beauty, energy, and spirit of Japan.With over 30,000 expected visitors, this exciting event offers a full day of performances, cultural activities, delicious food, and fun for all ages. Matsuri Brisbane features a vibrant lineup of Japanese cultural performances including Taiko drums, Awa Odori, Yosakoi, Bon Odori, J-Pop, and martial arts demonstrations.Visitors can also enjoy traditional Japanese festival games such as Kendama and Super Ball Scoop, along with a variety of Japanese food, cultural stalls, travel information, and a licensed bar area.Cultural displays and workshops including Ikebana, Japanese calligraphy, and tea ceremony offer a chance to experience the beauty and traditions of Japan through hands-on activities and performances for all ages.Location: Whites Hill State College, 138 Burn Street, Camp HillThis event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Matsuri Brisbane website.
Wynnum Manly Jazz and Swing Festival
The Wynnum Manly Jazz and Swing Festival is a free community celebration of live music by the bay, bringing together a lively program of jazz, swing and big band performances. Held on the Wynnum foreshore, the festival invites audiences to relax with a picnic, enjoy local food offerings and soak up a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Wynnum Manly Jazz and Swing Festival website.
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.A unique celebration of country music and opera, featuring arias and songs by Puccini, Verdi, Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daly, Dolly Parton and more. A cast of young Australian singers are set to perform with soaring harmonies, masterful musicianship and an irresistible energy.Returning for a third season, Are You Lonesome Tonight is Opera Queensland's most successful regional tour in its 40-year history, and marks the company's first national tour. In 2026, this foot-stomping production comes to Brisbane Festival for five performances in the iconic Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, at the heart of Festival Village in South Bank.This is opera like you've never seen it before - bold, adventurous, and full of heart.Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland are proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.A unique celebration of country music and opera, featuring arias and songs by Puccini, Verdi, Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daly, Dolly Parton and more. A cast of young Australian singers are set to perform with soaring harmonies, masterful musicianship and an irresistible energy.Returning for a third season, Are You Lonesome Tonight is Opera Queensland's most successful regional tour in its 40-year history, and marks the company's first national tour. In 2026, this foot-stomping production comes to Brisbane Festival for five performances in the iconic Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, at the heart of Festival Village in South Bank.This is opera like you've never seen it before - bold, adventurous, and full of heart.Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland are proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.A unique celebration of country music and opera, featuring arias and songs by Puccini, Verdi, Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daly, Dolly Parton and more. A cast of young Australian singers are set to perform with soaring harmonies, masterful musicianship and an irresistible energy.Returning for a third season, Are You Lonesome Tonight is Opera Queensland's most successful regional tour in its 40-year history, and marks the company's first national tour. In 2026, this foot-stomping production comes to Brisbane Festival for five performances in the iconic Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, at the heart of Festival Village in South Bank.This is opera like you've never seen it before - bold, adventurous, and full of heart.Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland are proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.A unique celebration of country music and opera, featuring arias and songs by Puccini, Verdi, Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daly, Dolly Parton and more. A cast of young Australian singers are set to perform with soaring harmonies, masterful musicianship and an irresistible energy.Returning for a third season, Are You Lonesome Tonight is Opera Queensland's most successful regional tour in its 40-year history, and marks the company's first national tour. In 2026, this foot-stomping production comes to Brisbane Festival for five performances in the iconic Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, at the heart of Festival Village in South Bank.This is opera like you've never seen it before - bold, adventurous, and full of heart.Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland are proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
Are You Lonesome Tonight
Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.A unique celebration of country music and opera, featuring arias and songs by Puccini, Verdi, Slim Dusty, Troy Cassar-Daly, Dolly Parton and more. A cast of young Australian singers are set to perform with soaring harmonies, masterful musicianship and an irresistible energy.Returning for a third season, Are You Lonesome Tonight is Opera Queensland's most successful regional tour in its 40-year history, and marks the company's first national tour. In 2026, this foot-stomping production comes to Brisbane Festival for five performances in the iconic Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent, at the heart of Festival Village in South Bank.This is opera like you've never seen it before - bold, adventurous, and full of heart.Brisbane Festival and Opera Queensland are proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
Nundah Festival
Welcome to the Nundah Festival. The annual festival, celebrating with food, live music, entertainment, stalls, bands, rides and more! The Nundah Festival is an award winning local event put together by local volunteers. This event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, visit the Nundah Festival website.
Festitalia
Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Italy at Festitalia, Queensland's premier Italian cultural festival. Experience a lively showcase of Italian food, music, art and traditions, from authentic cuisine and fine wines to live performances and cultural displays. Bringing together community, heritage and la dolce vita, Festitalia offers a colourful day out for all ages, right in the heart of Brisbane.Location: Brisbane RNA Showgrounds, Bowen HillsThis event is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information, please visit the Festitalia website.