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Here's all the best events and happenings coming up in Brisbane soon. 

Be still, our emo beating hearts. Good Things Festival has released the full playing times for its 2025 tour.

From weekend produce markets to late night artisan pop-ups, here are all the best Brisbane markets that are worth visiting.

We’ve got a stacked lineup of the upcoming theatre shows Brisbane is scoring soon that’ll have you snapping up tickets.

From secret supper clubs to underground raves, the message is clear: it’s time to put down your phone and dive headfirst into real-life connection, flavour, and vibes.

Clear your calendars and charge your cameras, crew—the biggest photography festival of the year is back.

What better way to spend a day off than at Brisbane's favourite cafes, restaurants and bars?

Raise your steins at the best Oktoberfest parties and celebrations happening around town this month.

We've cherry-picked all the unmissable Brisbane concerts coming up this year.

The three month pop-up has one goal: to rekindle the love we once had for Surfers Paradise.

Whether you’re chasing a city staycay, a beachside break, or a nature retreat together, these dog-friendly stays are fit for two and four-legged luxury.

If you’ve been hitting the group chat with "we should catch up!" but haven't gotten around to making plans yet, consider this your sign to finally lock something in. 

CMC Rocks QLD’s back for 2026, and boy, are we geared up for this one.

The sun is shining and the birds, but it’s not officially spring in Brisbane until Customs House unveils their pop-up rosé garden bar.

Olivia Dean is returning Down Under in October 2026 to kick off our spring season with her honey-sweet vocals and soul-filled lyrics. Touring her upcoming album The Art of Loving, the singer has just announced her Australia and New Zealand tour dates. Here are all the details.

Brisbane Festival is returning in September 2025 with another epic lineup of art installations, theatre, live music and everything in between.

Featuring over 300 pieces of work from the world’s most influential street artist, this immersive experience will blow your mind.

Back with bite, the fourth edition of Night Feast will see some of Brisbane’s best restaurants serve up one-time-only dishes at Brisbane Powerhouse.

Fire up that group chat and get planning because Riverfire is returning to Brisbane with a bang in 2025.

Swing if you dare through this hair-raising course full of ghoulish decorations, wicked hole designs, and plenty of ‘gram-worthy moments.

From drag pagaents to adults-only bubble shows and river parades, these will be the hottest tickets in town.

We Aussies are a pretty healthy bunch, so it's no wonder we host some of the best fitness events in the world—these are the best fun runs, marathons, triathlons, obstacle courses and ocean swims in Australia coming up in 2025. 

This dreamy dining and drinking playground is set to be tastier than ever, and the best part is: entry is completely free. 

The queen of pop-rap herself, Doja Cat, is coming to Australia and New Zealand later this year with the Ma Vie World Tour.

Your favourite summer festival is returning with big beats, big energy, and big changes. 

Pull up your calendar and block out a weekend (or seven) and tune into some unmissable festivals coming to our corner of the world. 

From croissants to tiramisu and cocktails to cheesecake, there are plenty of ways to get your strawberry fix outside of the RNA.

Looking for Brisbane cafes, bars, or restaurants that are open on the Ekka public holiday? We've got you sorted.

Calling all Bluey fans—the hugely popular Bluey’s World has refreshed the iconic experience in Bluey's hometown of Brisbane.

Mark your calendar, here are some of the exciting upcoming developments across Brisbane to keep an eye out for. 

Australia’s largest and longest running Oktoberfest event is returning to the Gold Coast and Brisbane in 2025 and we could not be more ready.

Vive la Brisbane and channel your inner Francophile at Brisbane's best Bastille Day celebrations. 

Queensland's 2025 Triple Bill brings audiences three ballets in one—the perfect ballet introduction for newbies.

The iconic annual Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is back with a fresh program in 2025.

The global phenomenon that broke Netflix records, sparked countless Halloween costumes and gave an all-new meaning to ‘red light, green light’, is gearing up for one final twisted, terrifying round.

If you’ve got an encyclopedic knowledge of everything from pop culture to world history, clear your calendar on Wednesday 16 July—because we're throwing the ultimate trivia night, and you’re invited. 

Whether you’re a devoted dog-parent, or someone who just happens to drop laps around the local dog park in hopes of scoring a couple of pats—listen up. 

If you’re searching for the ultimate shopping destination—one that combines epic eats, events and top-tier fashion—we’ve got you covered.

The sell-out Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is officially bringing its magic to Brisbane this month.

We’re all for stretching a night out—especially when the cocktails are dialled up, the bites are bold, and buzzing entertainment induces napkin-swirling and tabletop boogies.

There's a new reason to rise before the rooster and it's full of music, pastries and coffee. 

Ballet Preljocaj is bringing a reimagined Swan Lake to Brisbane, transforming Tchaikovsky's musical masterpiece into a modern tragedy. 

Brisbane’s hottest food fest is back for its fifth year, serving up 100+ exclusive offers and one-off events from the city’s top bars and restaurants.

Every year, the humpback whales come to town with plenty of ways to experience the magic first-hand.

Sandy McIntyre is the actor, writer, producer and model making waves across Australia’s creative scene. We picked their brains on the best of what to do in Sydney this winter season. 

Paniyiri is back with plenty of Greek goodness to go around.

If there’s one person who knows how to make the most of a weekend in Sydney, it’s the powerhouse NRLW player, sharp-witted commentator, and podcast co-host Millie Elliott. 

Queensland's leading food and drink festival, The Curated Plate is back for 2025—with a stacked lineup of over 60 events. 

Treat the woman who does it all the way she deserves. 

Taking place on Friday 30 May within the enchanting Grounds of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Fireside will take your tastebuds on a decadent journey with dishes and tipples from Brisbane’s most celebrated venues.

Yep, those pop-up igloo bars alongside the Brisbane River are back for 2025.

It will be joined by awe-inspiring works in QAGOMA’s upcoming free exhibition.

Get your nosh on, your caffeine hit, or something stronger if you fancy.

With Mother’s Day around the corner, here's how to celebrate Mum in Brisbane. 

Here are the pubs in Brisbane putting on a traditional game of two-up this ANZAC Day. 

Certain things in life just work together in perfect harmony, like a live symphony orchestra playing the soundtrack to your favourite film.

Australia and America’s biggest names in wellness are set to touch down in Brisbane at The KAILO Summit.

From decadent high teas to epic Easter egg hunts, here are the best things to do in Brisbane this Easter.

For those on the hunt for a cultural experience rich with all things history, people, stories, and nature, Auckland (Tāmaki Makaurau) should be top of the list. 

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

The Scenic Rim’s beloved sunflower farm is reopening their gates to welcome visitors back in May for a glimpse of their million sunflowers.

World Science Festival Brisbane is back again with an insane lineup of events, workshops, and activations. 

It's the perfect excuse to jump in the car, directly support the primary producers that feed us, and take in some fresh countryside air.

Here are 50 of the absolute best things to do in Brisbane, whether you’re a local or not. 

Cheese lovers, get excited because MOULD: A Cheese Festival is returning to Brisbane for three days of cheese, wine and food in 2025.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Whether you’re a full-blown bibliophile or someone who simply enjoys a good page-turner, chances are you’ve come across The Dictionary of Lost Words.

A gathering of salty locals, big time heroes and future legends.

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

As part of their epic 2025 program, the GOMA team are turning the gallery into an enourmous indoor stream. 

From situationships to first dates and catch-ups with your mates, here’s how to date differently in 2025. 

We're hosting a first-home buyers pop-up complete with expert property panel, DJs, and a stack of freebies. 

This northside institution has always been a go-to, but after a stunning revamp, it’s next-level.

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

We’ve rounded up the best workshops and art classes across Brisbane/Meanjin where you can switch off, unwind, and enjoy some creative downtime.

Here's what's open on the 27 January public holiday in Brisbane. 

Here are some of Brisbane's most romantic and spontaneous spots to take bae (or your fellow singles) this Valentine’s Day.

If you’ve got a head swimming with (seemingly) useless facts, trust us—Brisbane's best trivia nights are your time to shine. 

We've rounded up some of Brisbane/Meanjin's best book clubs to check out this year. 

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

One of our favourite east side Thai restaurants is dishing up a night of bottomless bao for just $39 per person.

From the institutions that we know and love to small neighbourhood venues, these are the best live music venues in Brisbane.

Make tracks to Victoria Park to try their brand newly refreshed Toptracer Driving Range, where you can swing a golf club and then sip a cocktail or three. 

Expect a true feast for the senses.

It's time for the most festive road trip ever. 

Every Sunday night showing at Dendy Cinema Powerhouse is now dog-friendly, complete with puppy snacks on the menu from Fur Kids Bakery.

Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.

Bridgerton fans, you're going to want to hear about this. 

Discover the top summer festivals in Queensland, from music and food festivals to cultural celebrations. Find out where to go, what to do, and how to experience the best of Queensland’s summer festivals.

If you need something to look forward to this summer, Moonlight Cinema is heading back to town.