Tell your fam, tell your friends—the weekend is almost here and Brisbane is putting on an absolute doozy. It’s a particularly great line-up for the artsy folk, with a joy-filled festival at QAGOMA, the highly anticipated Triple Bill at Queensland Ballet, and another edition of Felons Barrel Hall’s beloved creative market.
Talking about iconic, the Sunnybank Food Trail is also on this weekend so you can snack and stroll your way through 53 restaurants and vendors dropping dishes for $5 or less—score.
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Wonderstruck Festival
A vibrant and joy-filled world of imagination is taking over QAGOMA this weekend to celebrate the launch of their new exhibition, Wonderstruck. Through immersive art, hands-on workshops, incredible storytelling, and live performances, this creative spectacle will have the whole family embracing the magic of play, curiosity, and wonder. Rally the kids for Zindzi & the Zillionaires on the Maiwar Green Stage, make tiny treasures out of polymer clay with Wonderstruck artists at the Bodhi Tree Terrace, or explore what wonder really means in pop-up talks. Plus, the festival is free.
The Details
When: 10am to 5pm Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June
Where: QAGOMA, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Peter and the Wolf
A symphonic fairytale made to delight the little ones in your life is coming to the Queensland Ballet stage, introducing kids to the wonderful worlds of ballet and orchestral music. Peter and the Wolf is the latest show as part of Queensland Ballet’s popular My First Ballet series, treating families to a musical adventure featuring live musicians on stage—each playing a different orchestral instrument just like in composer Sergei Prokofiev’s original score from back in 1936. From the vibrant sets and costumes to the atmospheric lighting in the family-friendly Talbot Theatre, the visually rich and playful retelling is a winner for all ages and bound to encourage a budding love of the arts. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: 27 June to 5 July
Where: Talbot Theatre, Thomas Dixon Centre, West End
Find out more here.
Play School LIVE: Once Upon A Time
There’s a bear in there and a chair as well. There are people with games and stories to tell. That’s right, the Play School Live 2025 National Tour is finally coming to Queensland—bringing the delightful show that’s been captivating young audiences for over 50 years to the stage. Get set to embark on a whimsical journey through classic nursery rhymes with stories, songs, dance, and all your favourite characters, including Big Ted, Little Ted, Jemima, Humpty, and Kiya. From Little Miss Muffet to Incy Wincy Spider and the classic Heads and Shoulders, timeless favourites will be performed live by the Play School team in a fun-filled experience your kids will love. Get your tickets here.
The Details
When: 26 June to 6 July
Where: Various locations
Find out more here.
Lifeline Bookfest
Shop a million (yes, a million) pre-loved books for as little as $2.50 with the return of Lifeline Bookfest Brisbane. Chock-a-block with fiction, non-fiction, biographies, textbooks, magazines, sci-fi, games, CDs, DVDs, and special rare finds, this is a certifiable book lover’s paradise taking over the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre for nine massive days. Prefer graphics with your novel? The Comic Fest will also be bigger than ever with more than 10,000 comics, memorabilia, and other collectibles. Plus, every sale helps support the 24-hour Lifeline Crisis Support, proving books really can change lives.
The Details
When: 28 June to 6 July
Where: Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Queensland Ballet’s Triple Bill
Whether you’re looking to dip your (pointed) toe into the world of ballet or simply want to enjoy a beautiful evening celebrating music, movement, and storytelling, this is the night out for you. A ‘triple bill’ lets you experience three shorter ballets—as self-contained stories or just a passion for the dance—and this winter, Queensland Ballet will be showcasing the best of Australian artistry from three acclaimed choreographers on the one stage. Accompanied with live music by Queensland’s Chamber Orchestra, Camerata, each ballet brings a new world to QPAC. There’s the critically acclaimed 4Seasons by Natalie Weir inspired by the sublime music of Vivaldi and Richter, the world premiere of Jack Lister’s Gemini, and A Rhapsody in Motion by Greg Horsman that captures the beauty of a dancer’s daily routine. Grab your tickets here for a three-for-one experience bound to take your breath away.
The Details
When: 27 June to 5 July 2025
Where: QPAC, Russell Street, South Brisbane
Find out more here.
Boho Luxe Market & Urban Wellness Festival
Good vibes and boho goals are exactly what you can expect at the much-loved Boho Luxe Market—Brisbane’s favourite event full of flower crowns, live music, creative workshops, food trucks, and psychic readers. Shop the curated selection in the beautiful market, bring your mat for a yoga session, and experience sound healing with gypsy vibes across Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June at Bowen Hills’ iconic Old Museum. Get your tickets here.
The Details
When: Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 June
Where: The Old Museum, Bowen Hills
Find out more here.
Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
Grab your wands and venture into the awe-inspiring woods of Sirromet Winery in Mount Cotton, as the breathtaking Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is kicking off this weekend. Here, a dazzling light trail will guide you through illuminated moments from the world of Harry Potter. Featuring iconic characters from both the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series, you can set your sights on hippogriffs, unicorns, and nifflers—without the fear of He-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named around the corner. Grab your tickets here.
The Details
When: From 20 June
Where: Sirromet Winery, Mount Cotton
Find out more here.
Saturday 28 June
Sunnybank Food Trail
Brisbane’s most bang for your buck event is returning this month—yep, we’re talking the Sunnybank Food Trail. On Saturday 28 June, from 2pm to 8pm the free one-day-only event will see a record-breaking 53 restaurants and vendors serve up 173 signature dishes, with prices ranging from $2 to $5. From sizzling skewers and dumplings to bubble tea and BBQ pork buns, the crowd-favourite event is always a winner for your taste buds and your wallet and will see nine new venues make their trail debut this year—alongside returning favourites like Udonya Tokoton, Hot Cake House, Chatime and Landmark. There’ll also be lion dancing from 2pm to 6pm and if the kids are yet to work up an appetite, the two dedicated family zones with face painting and kids’ activities will do the trick. Check out the full program here.
The Details
When: 2pm to 8pm Saturday 28 June
Where: Sunnybank Plaza and Sunny Park, Sunnybank
Find out more here.
The Great Artist Market
BYO tote bags for Howard Smith Wharves’ pop-up market where you can get your hands on one-of-a-kind treasures from local artists and makers. The Great Artist Market will see Felons Barrel Hall transform into a creative showcase with more than 70 local artists hawking bespoke and mindfully made items. There’ll also be workshops and entertainment throughout the day and even dog-friendly things to do on the Felons Rivergarden lawn. Plus, entry is free.
The Details
When: Saturday 28 June
Where: Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane CBD
Find out more here.
Sunday 29 June
Blues, Booze & BBQs
A high energy Sunday session is on the cards at MANIAX Newstead, combining axe-throwing, live blues music, beers, and sizzling BBQ battles. Fuel up for a day of high-energy fun with two of Brisbane’s top BBQ crews serving tasting plates. Vote for your favourite then amp up your own competition on the axe range, with drinks from Black Flag Brewing and Travla to keep you quenched. Book here.
The Details
When: 12pm to 2pm or 2:30pm to 4:30pm Sunday 27 July
Where: MANIAX Newstead
Find out more here.
Brisbane Vintage Exchange
Would it be a weekend in Brisbane without a vintage market to explore? Thankfully, the Brisbane Vintage Exchange is once again taking over the Albion Peace Centre with a treasure trove of pre-loved clothing, sneakers, jewellery, vinyl, accessories and more so you can get your fix. With free entry, food trucks, and tunes to set the mood, this pop-up market is also pet-friendly so you can bring your pup on the vintage adventure too.
The Details
When: 9am to 2pm Sunday 29 June
Where: Albion Peace Centre, Windsor
Find out more here.
Karaoke at Eat Street
Live out your Pitch Perfect fantasies at Eat Street Northshore with Sunday karaoke this month. Spit bars, belt the hits, and make the crowd go wild every Sunday from 6:45pm in the dazzling Laneway precinct, with Song Quest Karaoke providing a hefty list of tunes to choose from. Of course, whether you need to fuel up for your performance or grab a comfort bite to ward off any stage fright, Eat Street’s array of gourmet food vendors are on hand, as well as a little liquid courage from one of the five on-site bars.
The Details
When: 6:45pm to 8:45pm Sunday 8 June
Where: Eat Street Northshore, Hamilton
Find out more here.
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Main image credit: MANIAX | Supplied