Upcoming Events in Brisbane
Discover what's happening in Brisbane with our curated selection of upcoming events, festivals, and activities.
First 5 Forever toddler time
Meet other parents and toddlers for a fun session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn action rhymes and songs which will help your child's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for toddlers aged 1-2 years. No bookings are required, but places are limited. If the session becomes too full, we may need to close entry to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for everyone.First 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.
Swim Brisbane for all
A space for swimming lessons, recreation, water safety, therapy and connection. Co-designed by the community for the community.
Little Lifeguards for kids
This activity provides children with the valuable skills to be safe in and around water. Access to this session requires parental enrolment in the 11.30am-12:30pm empowered to swim session which runs at the same time.
50 Plus: Line dancing
A choreographed dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group of people dance in one or more lines or rows without regard for the gender of the individuals, all facing either each other or in the same direction, and executing the steps at the same time.Line dancers are not in physical contact with each other. Older 'line dances' have lines in which the dancers face each other, or the 'line' is a circle, or all dancers in the 'line' follow a leader around the dance floor; while holding the hand of the dancers beside them.
Introduction to aqua aerobics
Stretch and tone your body with like-minded people who enjoy the benefits of the water, great music, and positive vibes!
Aqua fitness
Bookings essential. Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum impact movements, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement in a fun environment.
50 Plus: Recorder ensemble
The recorder ensemble caters for advanced intermediate players who play at least two instruments and sight read well.
Swim Brisbane for women
A space for swimming lessons, recreation, water safety, therapy and connection. Delivered by women for women. Co-designed by the community for the community.
Mahjong group
Both experienced and beginner players are welcome to come along and join in a friendly game of Mahjong. Bring along your Mahjong set if have one.
English conversation group
Our friendly and informal group meets in the library every Friday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels welcome.
50 Plus: Belly Dancing
Belly dancing is a gentle low impact dance form giving a complete workout that can delay and even reverse the ageing process. It provides physical, emotional, cognitive and psychological benefits through improved fitness, strength, co-ordination & balance.Note: Classes run during Queensland school terms.
One-on-one tech help
Contact Inala library branch to enquire about one-on-one tech assistance to troubleshoot technical issues, develop digital skills and improve online confidence.
Nature journaling for adults
Join this regular nature journaling get-together at Downfall Creek Bushland Centre on the last Friday afternoon of each month (except public holidays). These informal sessions are a great opportunity to take some time out, relax, and connect creatively with nature.Requirements on the day:Please bring your own basic sketch/art pad. All other materials supplied.Wear sun-safe clothing and secure, fully enclosed walking shoes.Bring water and a snack if required as there are no food outlets on site.Bring a lightweight outdoor chair if you'd like to use one.Please arrive 5 minutes early to check-in.Note: This activity will go ahead in light rain and can be delivered indoors if required. Events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.
Encounters in the Milky Way
Discover the chance encounters that have shaped our place in the universe.Narrated by Pedro Pascal, Encounters in the Milky Way is a time-traveling journey about the cosmic movements that shape our galactic neighborhood.Session concludes with a virtual tour of the Brisbane night sky.Encounters in the Milky Way was developed by the American Museum of Natural History (amnh.org) with the major support and partnership of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
Come and try lawn bowls
Bookings essential. Discover the fun and friendly game of lawn bowls! Perfect for all skill levels, lawn bowls is a low-impact activity that combines strategy, precision and a touch of competition. You must wear flat-soled shoes or go barefoot.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
English conversation group
This friendly and informal group meets in the library every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday. Come along to make new friends and improve your English. Learners of all levels are welcome.
Make and create: Spooky Halloween
Drop in and enjoy free Halloween-themed craft activities. Ideal for children aged 4-8 years.
Activate children's club
Bookings essential. Come and play ball games, brave the obstacle courses and relays, enjoy sack and egg and spoon races, participate in drama based interactive games and much more!
Family STEAM - Halloween
Bring your friends and family for fun games and activities exploring, emerging technologies, robotics, coding, science, communication and art.
Kids sports
Bookings essential. Fun, high energy park games that the whole family can enjoy! Every session combines active play with skill building challenges that improve coordination, fitness, and teamwork.
Sky Martial Arts Academy
Discipline for Taekwondo & Korean Sword Art.Tae Kwon Do is one of the most systematic and powerful Korean Martial Arts. It uses offence and defence techniques with all parts of the human body while hands and feet play key roles in the techniques.It is a discipline that shows a way of enhancing one's spirit and life through mental and physical training. Today it is a global martial art that has an international reputation and stands proudly among official games in the Olympics.
Young adult book club
Drop in to chat about what you have been reading and help others decide what to read. New members welcome. Ideal for those aged 12-17 years.
Story explorer: Spooky Halloween
Come dressed in your Halloween best and join us for a frightfully fun experience. We'll explore some of the library's spookiest characters, eerie adventures and creepy classics. Ideal for children aged 5-12 years.
Obstacle training circuit
Join us for an exciting obstacle training circuit! Develop new skills and techniques on the obstacle course while building strength and improving your fitness. It's a fun and energising session you won't want to miss!
Beginner adult run squad
Come and try running with fully accredited coaches. Learn techniques that will help you run stronger and smarter. These sessions focus on technique, speed, endurance and fun. All levels welcome.
Trophy Boys
It is the biggest night in the academic calendar, the Grand Finale of the Year 12 Interschool Debating Tournament. The boys from the elite St Imperium College are locked in a classroom for their short debate prep, forced to argue 'that feminism has failed women'.But what begins as a riotously funny satire on insecure adolescent masculinity and the ego of Australia's next generation of politicians quickly turns sour.Melt Festival is proudly sponsored by Brisbane City Council.
Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Celebrating Country and Culture through the bold designs of Magpie Goose.Museum of Brisbane is excited to collaborate with Magpie Goose, a proudly Aboriginal owned and led fashion and social enterprise, to celebrate extraordinary First Nations cultural stories and designs.This exclusive to Brisbane exhibition, developed in close collaboration with Magpie Goose owners Amanda Hayman (Wakka Wakka and Kalkadoon) and Troy Casey (Kamilaroi), offers a deep dive into the work of some of the region's most talented First Nations artists and designers.Using clothing as a canvas for storytelling, this exciting collaboration will connect audiences with the rich and diverse cultural expressions of First Nations communities in Queensland and beyond. Discover the artists and stories behind the brand that's making a difference, one garment at a time.Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture. For more information, visit MoB website.Image: Magpie Goose x Quandamooka Artists, by Amanda Hayman & Troy Casey, Country to Couture, 2025, Photo by Dylan Buckee.
Yoga
Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into the session.
Yoga
Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into the session.
Outdoor gym circuit
Boost your fitness and learn how to train effectively using the outdoor gym facilities. These workshops focus on functional strength, core stability and full-body conditioning using a mix of equipment and bodyweight exercises.