What’s On In Brisbane This Week, This Month And Beyond
Ready to get out there and explore what's on in Brisbane? Whether you're a culture seeker looking for a unique way to experience Brisbane's top galleries or a foodie fanging for your next exclusive bite, here's what's on in Brisbane this week, this month and beyond.
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What's On In Brisbane This Week
Brisbane Airport Lost Property Auction
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It’s finders keepers at Brisbane Airport’s largest ever lost property auction where you can bid on 800+ unclaimed items—including a Bvlgari 18K gold diamond necklace valued at $11,000. Now live through Lloyds Auctions online, all items start at $1 with 100% of proceeds donated to Queensland children’s charities. The treasure trove also includes luxury jewellery, laptops, surfboards, designer handbags, and even rare aviation memorabilia like a black box and the International Terminal Departure sign. Plus, you can bid on exclusive experiences including 12 months of free parking. Score. Bidding closes Sunday 2 November so don’t miss out—try your luck here.
Elsbeth Shaw x Mariam Seddiq Exhibition
Fashion and art collide in this limited-time-only exhibition by London-based contemporary artist Elsbeth Shaw and Sydney fashion designer Mariam Seddiq. The two creative powerhouses have joined forces to reimagine one of Seddiq’s signature sculptural silhouettes with thousands of meticulously hand-painted circles—yep, you’ve got to see it to believe it. The exhibition coincides with Seddiq’s 1o-year anniversary in the fashion story, with her star-studded career including fans in Rita Ora, Kelly Rowland, Iggy Azalea and more.
The Details
When: Until 7 November
Where: Studio Gallery, Fortitude Valley
Find out more here.
Night Feast
When the sun goes down, the feast begins. Night Feast is back—bringing together Brisbane’s best chefs, artists and performers to the Powerhouse for a month-long celebration of flavour, light and imagination. Expect drool-worthy exclusive dishes from Brisbane's top chefs, glowing art installations and live acts that’ll bring the riverside to life after dark. It’s equal parts dinner party and dreamscape—and entry’s totally free. Check out the full list of restaurants and creators getting involved here.
The Details
When: Until 9 November
Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Find out more here.
Melt Festival
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Back and more fabulous than ever, Brisbane’s annual festival of queer arts and culture is gearing up for a city-wide celebration featuring internationally acclaimed artists, homegrown icons, and boundary-pushing brilliance. From the Queensland premiere of enGORGEd by the sharp-witted and Swarovski-studded Reuben Kaye to Ben Graetz’s Miss First Nation drag pageant, you can expect a powerful line-up full of pride at this year’s Melt Festival. The River Pride Parade will once again be floating from West End to Brisbane Powerhouse, Queer PowerPoint is the geeky and hilarious night out where anyone can take the stage to share their wild theories, and even iconic star of stage and screen Bernadette Petters is getting in on the Melt action with her first Australian performance in over a decade. There’s also an unhinged Queer wrestle-party at The Tivoli, a sapphic burlesque show, and 1000 voices—a major choral event uniting queer and ally singers in one monumental moment. Check out the full program and grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: 22 October to 9 November
Where: Various locations
Find out more here.
Milton House Spring Social
Brisbane just scored a swoon-worthy spring hangout—Milton House Spring Social. For four weekends, this historic riverside villa is flipping into a sun-soaked pop-up bar for the first time, complete with live music, local sips from Archer Brewing and eats under the blooming jacarandas. Get your hands on an Aussie-style Aperol spritz, graze your way through rotating food trucks, and sip the season away on one of the city’s prettiest hidden lawns. It’s the kind of place that makes you wish spring lasted all year and the perfect way to experience the heritage charm of the Milton landmark.
The Details
When: October 10 to 2 November
Where: Milton House, Milton
Find out more here.
Feel Good Program
Get ready to sweat, stretch and strengthen without spending a cent because Brisbane’s favourite (and totally free) outdoor workout series is back this spring. South Bank’s Feel Good Program offers a jam-packed lineup of yoga, Pilates, Zumba, body combat, and aqua classes designed for all ages and fitness levels. There’s really no room for excuses here, with a complimentary coffee every Saturday and even the chance to win a wellness staycay if you participate. It all kicks off this Saturday 27 September, with an extended class lineup, merch, dining voucher giveaways and free coffee to celebrate. Plus, the feel-good vibes will be at an all-time high with puppies from Guide Dogs Queensland stopping by for plenty of cuddles. Check out the timetable here.
The Details
When: 27 September to 29 November
Where: Flowstate, South Bank
Find out more here.
Secret Menu
Ever wondered what chefs whip up when they’re not plating your usual order? Well, the kitchen curtain’s finally lifting. We’ve teamed up with American Express® for a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it secret menu dining series—your VIP pass to fresh flavours you won’t find on the menu. For the month of October, head to West End’s Picnic Cafe for tom kha risotto: chef Jill Thanaree’s reimagining of the humble risotto through the lens of her favourite Thai soup. Meanwhile, over at Walter’s Steakhouse, go full la dolce vita with an iconic Italian double act. Here, a golden Fairlight veal cotoletta, drenched in parm butter and a glossy veal jus is paired with an Erbe Rosso Negroni—a sparkling take on tradition. These menus are here for a good time, not a long time, so get in quick.
The Details
When: 1 to 31 October
Where: Picnic Cafe, West End and Walter’s Steakhouse, Brisbane CBD
Find out more here.
Make A Scene: Fashioning Queer Identity And Club Culture In The 90s
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Take yourself back to an iconic era of Australian queer culture with Queensland Museum's latest free exhibition: Make A Scene. The fashion-forward 90s showcase features all things colour, camp, pop culture and community—from fearless self-expressions of LGBTQIA+ identity to the Brisbane-based labels that defined the era. Coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the decriminalisation of homosexuality, the immersive exhibition is your chance to engage with personal stories that unfolded on the underground nightclub and dance party scene. It’s glamorous, it’s moving and it’s full of pride.
The Details
When: 5 September to 19 July 2026
Where: Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Under A Modern Sun
Sun-kissed and light-filled, QAGOMA’s new and free exhibition features more than 140 paintings, sculptures, photographs and works of decorative art that paint a picture of what life was like in the Sunshine State from the 1930s to 1950s. Featuring art from renowned Brisbane-based artists including William Bustard, Vida Lahey and Margaret Olley, as well as luminaries from the regions such as Kenneth Macqueen and Joe Alimindjin Rootsey, Under A Modern Sun presents a “light-filled vision of Queensland and reveals the beginnings of more experimental means of expression," QAGOMA Director Chris Saines says. Oh, and did we mention it’s free?
The Details
When: 16 August 2025 to 25 January 2026
Where: QAGOMA, South Bank
Find out more here.
The God Of Small Things
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If you’re intrigued by faith, visual culture, and how the divine finds its way into daily life across cultures, then QAGOMA’s latest free exhibition will be right up your alley. Featuring stunning and rare oleographs dating back to the late 1800s, this insightful showcase was created in collaboration with conservationists based in Bengaluru, India—letting you witness how the divine exists all around us from the other side of the world.
The Details
When: Until 5 October 2026
Where: QAGOMA, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
See what else is on this weekend right here.
What's On In Brisbane This Month
Garage Sale Trail
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Love stumbling across a bargain? Or need some extra incentive to start that spring cleaning? Then you’re in luck, because the epic Garage Sale Trail is returning this November with two massive weekends of sales across the country. With more than 13,000 garage sales last year, Australia’s biggest and best festival is pre-loved stuff kicks off with the Great Aussie Clear Out: a 31-day spring decluttering challenge so you can turn clutter into sales. No garage? No worries because there’ll be plenty of community sales you can join as well as the nation’s biggest secondhand treasure hunt for the kids. You can register your sale for free here or keep an eye on the map here to start planning your shopping route.
The Details
When: 8 to 9 November and 15 to 16 November
Where: Across Brisbane
Find out more here.
Kichi Kichi In Brisbane
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The world’s most famous omurice chef is coming back to Brisbane for two days of food theatre and viral feasting. The highly entertaining Chef Motokichi is a Japanese legend, whose 12-seater Kyoto restaurant Kichi Kichi has the most coveted spots in town—bringing in hordes of food lovers looking to try his iconic omurice. This November, you don’t need a passport to experience his playful spin on tradition and technique, as Chef Motokichi will be hosting exclusive lunch and dinner sessions at Harajuku Gyoza South Bank. For $150pp, you’ll enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival and a spread by the famous chef, as you’re serenaded by his crowd-favourite Kichi Kichi song. If his last two sold-out tours are anything to go by, tickets will be flying out the door so grab yours ASAP here.
The Details
When: 13 and 14 November
Where: Harajuku Gyoza, South Bank
Find out more here.
Soirée
What do you get when the best on Queensland’s arts scene come together? A dazzling fusion of art, dance and live music taking over the Talbot Theatre for a breathtaking performance season. Soirée will see Queensland Ballet Academy, Camerata (Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra), and one of Australia’s most significant contemporary artists Cressida Campbell team up for three nights. From Campbell’s unique woodblock prints to the artistry of Queensland Ballet Academy’s up-and-coming dancers, this series will absolutely take your breath away. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: 6 to 8 November 2025
Where: Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
Find out more here.
Disney: In Concert
Watch the Thomas Dixon Centre become the happiest place on Earth this November with Disney: In Concert by the highly acclaimed A Night at the Musicals. For two nights only, Queensland’s home of ballet will be transformed into a timeless musical theatre experience, brought to life by thirteen of Australia’s top professional musical theatre vocalists. Joined by a wonderful vocal ensemble and orchestra, be prepared to sing your heart out on the car ride home, because they’ll be showcasing all your fave songs from your fave Disney movies, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Beauty and the Beast, and Mary Poppins.Tickets are $65 or opt for the VIP experience for $85 and you’ll get a glass of bubbles on arrival, as well as those sought-after front row seats—get yours here.
The Details
When: 15 and 16 November
Where: Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
Find out more here.
Prison Island
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This isn’t your average escape room. One for the adrenaline junkies and puzzle solvers alike, the globally captivating Prison Island is officially coming to Brisbane and putting you to the test. The interactive adventure features more than 30 unique ‘cells’ that require you and your mates to put your heads together across a combination of action games, sports and strategy. With 90 minutes on the clock, your team needs to conquer as many challenges as possible to earn a coveted spot on the leaderboard—dodging laser beams, escaping cages, and taking part in the most high stakes game of whack-a-mole you’ve ever encountered. Tickets go on sale 5 August, but you can sign up for the waitlist here.
The Details
When: From 4 September
Where: 162 Alfred St, Fortitude Valley
Find out more here.
Dining In The Dark
Treat yourself and your special someone to a dining experience like no other with a blindfolded dining experience at C’est Bon. Allow the tastes and aromas of the top secret curated three-course menu to envelope you. Put your trust in the chefs as they take you through a sensory experience of relearning how to use your tastebuds. There are three menu options to choose from, meat, seafood and vegetarian, so the meal can be curated to suit your individual needs.
The Details
Precious
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Explore more than 3,000 items generously loaned from around 30 incredible collections and collectors at Precious—Museum of Brisbane’s new major exhibition that doubles as a veritable treasure trove. With many on display for the first time, this charming assortment offers a glimpse into the cherished collections usually hidden within suburban homes and buildings across Brisbane. From international dolls to ornamental eggs and wind-up toys, Precious covers the rare, beautiful and intriguing while honouring the dedication and stories of Brisbane enthusiasts. The free exhibition is worth a visit for the sheer scale and variety alone, with objects from some of the city’s most fascinating institutions (think the Embroiders’ Guild QLD, Queensland Maritime Museum, and the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia QLD) sitting alongside lovingly gathered curiosities that capture a truly unique side of the people that call Brisbane home.
The Details
When: Until Autumn 2026
Where: Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City
Find out more here.
What's On This Year
JAWS in Concert
Duh duh, duh duh, duh duh… The classic cinematic masterpiece JAWS turns 50 this year, and to celebrate, QPAC is hosting JAWS in Concert. This unforgettable event brings Spielberg’s summer blockbuster to life with a live performance of the Academy Award-winning score by legendary composer John Williams, performed by The Metropolitan Orchestra Brisbane. With tickets starting at $109—and given this event has previously sold out across the world—don’t wait to jump at the chance to immerse yourself in one of Spielberg’s greatest films. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: 3pm and 8pm, Saturday 22 November
Where: QPAC Concert Hall, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Home Alone In Concert
It’s that time of year again—time to put up the Christmas tree, wrap the presents and set the booby traps (just kidding… unless?)—and what better way to start December than to see a 90s Christmas classic you’ve surely seen many times before, Home Alone, but bigger and better this time with a live orchestra and choir to accompany? It’s not Christmas until Culkin screams at the mirror, so grab your hot choccies, pop on those Christmas sweaters and bring the whole family along (try not to forget the kids). Tickets are already on sale here, and are ranging from $79-$135.
The Details
Oprah In Conversation
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The OG talkshow queen herself Oprah Winfrey is returning to Australia for the first time in 10 years, for an intimate series of in-conversation events this December. Her last sold-out tour was as impactful as it was inspirational, and likewise this year you can expect powerful lessons from her own life and explorations of resilience, happiness, growth, and purpose—guiding you to unlock the truest version of yourself. The global superstar will be hitting up Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Melbourne, with general tickets released on Tuesday 12 August—get yours here.
The Details
When: Monday 8 December 2025
Where: Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Bundall
Find out more here.
Snowman In Concert
Step into the magical world of Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman as it comes to life with the Brisbane orchestra. Experience the Oscar nominated film in a new light, with Howard Blake’s nostalgic musical score. The enchanting story of a young boy and his snowman embarking on a whimsical winter journey has captivated hearts for over 40 years. Whether it’s your first time or your hundredth, The Snowman continues to evoke the wonder of childhood and the joy of the holiday season, making it a timeless experience for all ages.
The Details
Looking for weekend plans? Check out what’s on in Brisbane this weekend right here.
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