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Upcoming Events in Brisbane

Discover what's happening in Brisbane with our curated selection of upcoming events, festivals, and activities.

Flexibility and core conditioning
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30 - 10:30am

Flexibility and core conditioning

Increase your flexibility with static stretches and abdominal exercises. This class is designed to strengthen and lengthen muscles, improve posture, increase overall stability of your body and aid in the prevention of injury.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.

Pilates
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30 - 10:30am

Pilates

Pilates helps you strengthen and stretch simultaneously through core-based exercises. Join anytime.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.

Forest Lake mobile library
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30am - 4pm

Forest Lake mobile library

Tuesday weekly from 9.30am-4pm, excludes public holidays

50 Plus: Art class - painting and drawing
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30 - 11:30am

50 Plus: Art class - painting and drawing

The class is for new and experienced painters. It teaches basic drawing leading to painting processes.

Writers of Wynnum Manly
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30am - 12pm

Writers of Wynnum Manly

Drop in and join other local writers for this monthly writers group

First 5 Forever in the bamboo grove
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 9:30 - 10am

First 5 Forever in the bamboo grove

*** Meet at the bamboo grove behind the restaurant. ***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 children aged 3 years and youngerFirst 5 Forever is an initiative of the Queensland Government, coordinated by State Library of Queensland and delivered in partnership with local government.

Bush Kindy: National Bird Week
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy: National Bird Week

Discover, learn and connect with the natural wonders of the environment at Bush Kindy during National Bird Week!Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation care group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email.Requirements on the day:Arrive at least 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre.All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult.Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen and bring insect repellent.Suitable old clothes are recommended for messy play.Bring water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day. This event will proceed in light rain.

Artist in Residence: Renee Kire
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 5pm

Artist in Residence: Renee Kire

Step inside an exciting new residency project that invites you to experience art in unexpected ways.Artist in Residence Renee Kire takes over Museum of Brisbane's entryway, transforming these spaces with a vibrant and dynamic mix of striking vinyl graphics and sculptural timber elements. These features create an immersive pathway that stretches across walls and ceilings, guiding you into the heart of the Museum.Drawing inspiration from Minimalism while reinterpreting the movement through a contemporary feminist lens, Kire brings fresh attention to the often-overlooked contributions of women in the field. Bright, colourful and welcoming for all visitors, the artwork is both joyful and thought-provoking.Responding directly to the architecture of the Museum, City Hall and the Brisbane cityscape, Kire's design reveals unexpected connections between the built environment and abstract form. Repetition, rhythm and thoughtful details invite you to slow down, look closely and discover new perspectives.MoB's Artist in Residence program is supported by Tim Fairfax AC.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.

Little Artist's Eye Spy
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 5pm

Little Artist's Eye Spy

Polish your peepers! You never know what you might spot.There is plenty for little eyes to spy with this free MoB Kids activity sheet. Transform your Museum visit into an exciting game of Eye Spy and discover details you might otherwise have missed.Can you spot the flowers? This playful Museum experience will immerse you in all manners of local art, history and culture, encompassing five different exhibitions.Ask our friendly staff at MoB reception when you arrive. We have activity sheets for children and their parents or carers.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 the MoB website.

Bush Kindy: Stanley the Brush Turkey
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 10:45am

Bush Kindy: Stanley the Brush Turkey

Join this special Bush Kindy story-time with local co-authors Louise Zirbel and Rachel Salmon as they share their book, Stanley the Brush Turkey. Settle in under the trees in the grounds of Downfall Creek Bushland Centre, home to the centre's own bold and busy brush turkey residents and follow Stanley as he makes his way through a barrage of backyard obstacles in search of the perfect nesting spot. After the story, children can enjoy playful brush turkey-inspired activities.Bush Kindy is for children aged 3-5 years, alongside their parents and carers. Be immersed in the natural surroundings of the reserve as children build nature confidence and respect for the environment through bushwalks, exploration, story-time, art 'n' craft and much more. Bush Kindy sessions can go for roughly 45 minutes and will go ahead in light rain. Themes and activities vary each week.This activity is for the general public. If you are a daycare or vacation group interested in attending a similar activity, send an email.Requirements on the day:Arrive minimum 10 minutes early to check in with staff at the centre.All children must be accompanied and directly supervised by an adult.Wear a hat, sun-safe clothing, fully enclosed walking shoes (no thongs or open shoes please), sunscreen, and bring insect repellent.Suitable old clothes recommended for messy play.Water and a snack if required, as there are no food outlets on site.Note: All outdoor events are subject to weather and environmental conditions and may be cancelled on the day.

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026 exhibition
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 5pm

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026 exhibition

Brisbane through the lens of local photographers.The winners exhibition of the 2026 Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards brings together striking photographic works that capture the city's spirit - from familiar streets and riverside scenes to the fleeting moments, routines and characters that make Brisbane feel like home.New this year, the Brisbane Postcards Collection category invites photographers to showcase Brisbane's charm and energy through images that locals recognise, and visitors instantly fall in love with. Selected winning works will be available as collectible postcards at MoB Shop.Open to anyone who lives, works or studies in Brisbane, the 2026 Awards celebrate what makes our city unique through this year's theme, Everyday Brisbane.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.

Warrajamba
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 5pm

Warrajamba

Follow the mermaid in the bay. Dive into story, culture and hands-on creativity with our latest Artist in Residence, Quandamooka artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins.Journey alongside Delvene to the shores of Minjerribah and discover the ancestral story of Warrajamba, the mermaid, a living cultural legacy that Delvene continues to explore as she searches for its lost ending.Get hands-on and create your own mermaid or dugong using artist-designed stamps, connecting with the stories of Warrajamba and Yungong, the dugong. Discover Delvene's powerful sculptural work made from materials gathered from Country - yungair/yungaire (freshwater reed), talwalpin (beach hibiscus cotton tree), and quampie shell.Come and be immersed in a space that celebrates care for land, sea and story.MoB's Artist in Residence program is supported by Tim Fairfax AC.The Creative Space is proudly supported by Major Partner Brisbane Airport and generously supported by Ian and Cass George, and Holly and John Livingstone.Warrajamba 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.

Zumba Gold®
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 11am

Zumba Gold®

Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Learn easy-to-follow choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.

Bazil Grumble playtime
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 12pm

Bazil Grumble playtime

Bookings essential. Children will have a ball in this series of interactive learn and grow sessions! While using balls, hoops, parachutes, tunnels, jumping sacks, puppets, storybooks, costumes and music, children will explore all the different ways their growing bodies can move.

Brisbane Greeters - Greeter's Choice guided walk
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 12:30pm

Brisbane Greeters - Greeter's Choice guided walk

Join one of our welcoming and experienced Brisbane Greeters as they share their knowledge and passion for Brisbane on this guided walking tour.Explore our booking site to discover a Brisbane Greeters walk to suit you, whether it be in the CBD or one of our most historically significant suburbs. For locals and visitors alike.

Brisbane Greeters - Seniors Month
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 11am

Brisbane Greeters - Seniors Month

Your Greeter will take you on a fascinating stroll around the parts of Brisbane they know and love best, of locations and buildings both old and new. Uncover Brisbane from a Greeters perspective, where you will discover something new while uncovering the city's secrets and stories.If you are booked into the Lord Mayor's City Hall Concert on the same day, we will have you back at City Hall in good time.Find out more about Brisbane Greeters.

50 Plus: Nia dance
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 11am

50 Plus: Nia dance

Nia is an adaptable, fun practice ideal for those over 50. It is set to a wide range of music. It blends dance, martial arts, healing arts, music, and Joy into an inspiring and adaptable, low impact workout that anyone can do. There is no pressure to get the moves right. Nia supports healthy aging and overall wellbeing.Bare feet or light shoes are recommended. All classes can be done sitting or standing.

First 5 Forever toddler time
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 10:30am

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 babies and 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.

Northside spinners and fibrecrafters
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10am - 1pm

Northside spinners and fibrecrafters

Bring your knitting, weaving, spinning or crochet projects to work alongside like-minded fibre crafters, make new friends and be inspired with new ideas.

First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 10:30am

First 5 Forever babies, books and rhymes

Meet other parents and babies for a fun rhyme time session of singing, clapping and dancing. Learn songs and action rhymes to nurture your baby's pre-literacy, communication, language and social skills. Ideal for babies aged up to one year.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.

First 5 Forever children's storytime
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10 - 10:30am

First 5 Forever children's storytime

Experience the magic of storytime with your child at the library. This interactive session includes stories, songs and mark making activities for young children. Ideal for children aged 2-5 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.

Clock Tower Tour
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:15am - 4:45pm

Clock Tower Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of your heritage-listed City Hall building with a guided tour of Brisbane's iconic Clock Tower.The Clock Tower Tour is a "must do" while in Brisbane!For many years, City Hall's Clock Tower elevated the building to Brisbane's tallest, offering visitors a magnificent 360 degree view of the city around them. Whilst the view has changed significantly over the last 90 years, the time-honoured tradition of "taking a trip up the tower" happily continues at Museum of Brisbane.The Clock Tower Tour includes a ride in one of Brisbane's oldest working cage lifts, a look behind Australia's largest analogue clock faces and time to explore the observation platform that shares a unique perspective of your city. See if you can catch a glimpse of the bells!Make a booking online today to secure your spot! Spaces are limited and fill up quickly.Date & Time 10:15am - 4:45pm Daily, every 15 minutes Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour.

50 Plus: Square dancing
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:15 - 11:30am

50 Plus: Square dancing

Square dance is a dance for four couples (eight dancers) arranged in a square, with one couple on each side, facing the middle of the square. Square dances were first documented in 17th century England but were also quite common in France and throughout Europe. They came to North America with the European settlers and have undergone considerable development there. In some countries and regions, through preservation and repetition, square dances have attained the status of a folk dance.This requires a level of concentration and cognitive ability for participants to be able to follow some complex patterns that are required in square dancing.

First 5 Forever toddler time
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:15 - 10:45am

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.

Pilates
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am

Pilates

Pilates strengthens and stretches simultaneously through core-based exercises. Join any week.

Zumba Gold®
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am

Zumba Gold®

Bookings essential. Perfect for active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower intensity. Learn easy-to-follow choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.

First 5 Forever toddler time
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11am

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 babies and 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.

First 5 Forever chatter play
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am

First 5 Forever chatter play

This is a fun, play-based session offering a range of creative resources for children that support language and literacy development. Ideal for children aged 5 years and younger.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.

First 5 Forever toddler time
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11am

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 babies and 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.

Tuesday book lovers
Tuesday, 20 October 2026, 10:30 - 11:30am

Tuesday book lovers

Join a group of avid readers to share your most recent reads. No set titles to read just come along to find a good book.