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Lord Mayor's Seniors Cabaret Showcase
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 11am - 12:15pm

Lord Mayor's Seniors Cabaret Showcase

The Lord Mayor's Seniors Cabaret is a free program for Brisbane seniors. It offers expert guidance and helps develop creative talents in a supportive, non-competitive environment. Prepare, deliver, succeed - if you can dream it, you can do it!This year's theme is Legends and icons: the people, moments and music that shaped our world. This theme is a powerful way to celebrate the extraordinary individuals, defining moments and unforgettable music that have shaped generations.After completing the masterclasses, some participants perform in a showcase which are held across the city. Through song, music, dance and spoken word, performers bring to life a soundtrack of social change, unity, hope and celebration.Come along and support these wonderful, talented seniors at a Lord Mayor's Cabaret Showcase.The Lord Mayor's Seniors Cabaret program is producer by Chris Fennessy, Epiphany Productions (Aust).

Gathering: Kyara Hourigan
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 12 - 1pm

Gathering: Kyara Hourigan

Gathering presents Kyara Hourigan.Kyara Hourigan is a proud Bundjalung, Mununjali, Kamilaroi and Mandandanji woman whose passion for weaving has been passed down through generations, learning the practice from her mother. Working with raffia and traditional Lomandra grass, Kyara creates beautifully crafted baskets, jewellery, and contemporary artworks that celebrate culture, creativity, and connection.Join Kyara for a free, hands-on weaving workshop and discover the art of traditional weaving in a welcoming and engaging setting. Participants will have the opportunity to learn weaving techniques while gaining insight into the cultural significance and storytelling embedded within the practice.Join us from 12 noon to 1pm for this free one-hour weaving workshop presented by Kyara Hourigan.This Gathering event is produced by Cre8tive Nations.

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 6:30 - 9:30pm

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef

If you love art and design, pop the champagne and push the benches together - Dead Puppet Society's Sculptures & Sips workshops will be right up your alley. As well as creating and taking home an original handmade treasure, participating in a Sculptures & Sips is a chance to get to know other like-minded makers and work with Dead Puppet Society artisans in the Fabrication Workshop where we dream up, design and make the puppets and props you see in our productions.Check out our current offerings! The Kinetic Whale, Mechanical Reef, Flapping Butterfly and Flying Bird.Dead Puppet Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information or to view the full range of workshops, please visit the website.

Koreaboo
Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 7:30 - 8:50pm

Koreaboo

La Boite Theatre presents the Queensland premiere of a Griffin Theatre Company production, a Show of Family and Belonging!Hannah had her trip all planned out. Travel to Korea. Visit her birth mother. Spend a golden summer creating precious memories. But when she arrives in Seoul reality hits hard. Her Umma works in a convenience store day and night, barely taking a break. She seems more interested in stacking shelves and re-arranging the garden gnome display than connecting with her long-lost Australian daughter. Hannah is Korean, yet in Umma's mind, Hannah is a "Koreaboo"-a foreigner captivated by K-Pop, kimchi and hanboks. Armed with only Google Translate and unrelenting optimism, Hannah must try to find a place within Umma's world before the end of a sweltering summer. Taking inspiration from real events in playwright Michelle Lim Davidson's life (The Feather in the Web, The Newsreader), this profound and heartfelt play marks the writing debut of one of Australia's most beloved performers. Michelle herself takes to the stage under the direction of Jessica Arthur (The Dictionary of Lost Words), in a reunion story that reaches across continents, cultures and Spotify® playlists.Discover more at La Boite.

Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Thursday, 17 September 2026

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.

What's In The Woods? - Backbone Theatre For Babies
Thursday, 17 September 2026

What's In The Woods? - Backbone Theatre For Babies

Be transported to a soft and cosy woodland, right out of a picture book, where each new season is full of natural wonders waiting to be discovered by young, inquisitive minds. Enjoy an engaging and interactive story by the campfire before embarking on your own sensory exploration of the woods.Ages: Tailor made for audiences aged 0-3 and filled with performance, puppetry and play 'What's In The Woods?' is a gentle welcome to the world of theatre. Sessions are split into 3 age groups running at various times:0-1 years1-2 years2-3 years.Run time: Approximately 45 minutes, 20 minutes of performance and 25 minutes of play in the space.Acccessibility: Wheelchair accessible, baby changing facilities provided onsite and in space. Pram parking available. Carer resources available. Breakout space available.Reviews:"Fantastic. Such a safe and welcoming space.""Incredibly skilled in their craft."About the program: What's in the Woods? has been developed as part of the new Backbone Theatre for Babies program, developed with company-in-residence Brymore Productions. Backbone Theatre for Babies has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, it's arts funding and advisory body.Supported by: Backbone is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. Backbone Youth Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 8am - 5pm

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026

Explore the captivating world of sculpture through Sculptors Queensland's dynamic exhibitions, showcasing the mastery of local artists. Our curated displays unveil the diverse expressions of form, material, and concept, offering a visual feast for art enthusiasts.Join us on a journey of discovery and appreciation, as we celebrate the power of sculpture to inspire, provoke thought, and elevate the human experience.Sculptors Queensland, Brisbane Sculpture Festival is open during Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha opening hours.

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 10am - 4pm

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition

You are invited to attend the 'Visions of Beauty' photo exhibition, showcasing a collection of photography celebrating beauty in its many forms-from breathtaking landscapes and the captivating wonder of wildlife and nature, to the artistry of the human form.Visions of Beauty features the work of passionate and award-winning photographers, each bringing their own unique perspective of beauty. Whether you're an art enthusiast, photography lover, or simply seeking inspiration, this exhibition offers a memorable visual journey.Be inspired. Experience Visions of Beauty.Bring a friend, support local art, and come find your next favorite piece for your home. We can't wait to see you there!

Warrajamba
Thursday, 17 September 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.

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 10am - 5pm

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026

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.For more information, visit our website.From 3 to 31 August 2026, the Brisbane Airport Pop-Up Exhibition will showcase a range of exciting artworks at two locations within the Brisbane Airport Domestic Terminal for travellers and visitors to enjoy. 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, please visit MoB website.

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 6:30 - 9:30pm

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef

If you love art and design, pop the champagne and push the benches together - Dead Puppet Society's Sculptures & Sips workshops will be right up your alley. As well as creating and taking home an original handmade treasure, participating in a Sculptures & Sips is a chance to get to know other like-minded makers and work with Dead Puppet Society artisans in the Fabrication Workshop where we dream up, design and make the puppets and props you see in our productions.Check out our current offerings! The Kinetic Whale, Mechanical Reef, Flapping Butterfly and Flying Bird.Dead Puppet Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information or to view the full range of workshops, please visit the website.

Koreaboo
Thursday, 17 September 2026, 7:30 - 8:50pm

Koreaboo

La Boite Theatre presents the Queensland premiere of a Griffin Theatre Company production, a Show of Family and Belonging!Hannah had her trip all planned out. Travel to Korea. Visit her birth mother. Spend a golden summer creating precious memories. But when she arrives in Seoul reality hits hard. Her Umma works in a convenience store day and night, barely taking a break. She seems more interested in stacking shelves and re-arranging the garden gnome display than connecting with her long-lost Australian daughter. Hannah is Korean, yet in Umma's mind, Hannah is a "Koreaboo"-a foreigner captivated by K-Pop, kimchi and hanboks. Armed with only Google Translate and unrelenting optimism, Hannah must try to find a place within Umma's world before the end of a sweltering summer. Taking inspiration from real events in playwright Michelle Lim Davidson's life (The Feather in the Web, The Newsreader), this profound and heartfelt play marks the writing debut of one of Australia's most beloved performers. Michelle herself takes to the stage under the direction of Jessica Arthur (The Dictionary of Lost Words), in a reunion story that reaches across continents, cultures and Spotify® playlists.Discover more at La Boite.

Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Friday, 18 September 2026

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.

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
Friday, 18 September 2026, 8am - 5pm

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026

Explore the captivating world of sculpture through Sculptors Queensland's dynamic exhibitions, showcasing the mastery of local artists. Our curated displays unveil the diverse expressions of form, material, and concept, offering a visual feast for art enthusiasts.Join us on a journey of discovery and appreciation, as we celebrate the power of sculpture to inspire, provoke thought, and elevate the human experience.Sculptors Queensland, Brisbane Sculpture Festival is open during Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha opening hours.

Watercolour Society of Queensland's 40th Annual Exhibition
Friday, 18 September 2026, 9am - 4pm

Watercolour Society of Queensland's 40th Annual Exhibition

Celebrate 40 years of watercolour with the Watercolour Society of Queensland at its 40th Annual Watercolour Exhibition.This free public exhibition showcases original watercolour artworks by Queensland artists, with works available for purchase throughout the weekend.Visitors can meet artists, enjoy live painting demonstrations and explore hands-on Try Me tables designed to introduce people of all ages and experience levels to the beauty of watercolour painting.Whether you are an art enthusiast, collector or simply curious about watercolour, the exhibition offers a welcoming opportunity to discover the diversity and creativity of one of Queensland's longest-established art societies.For more information visit the Watercolour Society of Qld website.

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition
Friday, 18 September 2026, 10am - 4pm

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition

You are invited to attend the 'Visions of Beauty' photo exhibition, showcasing a collection of photography celebrating beauty in its many forms-from breathtaking landscapes and the captivating wonder of wildlife and nature, to the artistry of the human form.Visions of Beauty features the work of passionate and award-winning photographers, each bringing their own unique perspective of beauty. Whether you're an art enthusiast, photography lover, or simply seeking inspiration, this exhibition offers a memorable visual journey.Be inspired. Experience Visions of Beauty.Bring a friend, support local art, and come find your next favorite piece for your home. We can't wait to see you there!

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026
Friday, 18 September 2026, 10am - 5pm

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026

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.For more information, visit our website.From 3 to 31 August 2026, the Brisbane Airport Pop-Up Exhibition will showcase a range of exciting artworks at two locations within the Brisbane Airport Domestic Terminal for travellers and visitors to enjoy. 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, please visit MoB website.

Warrajamba
Friday, 18 September 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.

Visible Ink's art and craft sessions
Friday, 18 September 2026, 4 - 6pm

Visible Ink's art and craft sessions

Whether you're wanting a chance to work on your project in a relaxed, collaborative space or learn a new skill, Visible Ink's art and craft sessions provide an opportunity for young people to hang out, create, and meet other young artists and crafters.Visible Ink provides a range of art and craft supplies to support a variety of interests and our facilitator can help you with whatever it is you're working on. If you dont know where to start, we can help you to start with activities like sewing, quilting, crochet, knitting and upcycling.Join us on Friday afternoons 4pm to 6pm to chill and create!

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef
Friday, 18 September 2026, 6:30 - 9:30pm

Sculptures & Sips: Mechanical Reef

If you love art and design, pop the champagne and push the benches together - Dead Puppet Society's Sculptures & Sips workshops will be right up your alley. As well as creating and taking home an original handmade treasure, participating in a Sculptures & Sips is a chance to get to know other like-minded makers and work with Dead Puppet Society artisans in the Fabrication Workshop where we dream up, design and make the puppets and props you see in our productions.Check out our current offerings! The Kinetic Whale, Mechanical Reef, Flapping Butterfly and Flying Bird.Dead Puppet Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council. For more information or to view the full range of workshops, please visit the website.

Koreaboo
Friday, 18 September 2026, 7:30 - 8:50pm

Koreaboo

La Boite Theatre presents the Queensland premiere of a Griffin Theatre Company production, a Show of Family and Belonging!Hannah had her trip all planned out. Travel to Korea. Visit her birth mother. Spend a golden summer creating precious memories. But when she arrives in Seoul reality hits hard. Her Umma works in a convenience store day and night, barely taking a break. She seems more interested in stacking shelves and re-arranging the garden gnome display than connecting with her long-lost Australian daughter. Hannah is Korean, yet in Umma's mind, Hannah is a "Koreaboo"-a foreigner captivated by K-Pop, kimchi and hanboks. Armed with only Google Translate and unrelenting optimism, Hannah must try to find a place within Umma's world before the end of a sweltering summer. Taking inspiration from real events in playwright Michelle Lim Davidson's life (The Feather in the Web, The Newsreader), this profound and heartfelt play marks the writing debut of one of Australia's most beloved performers. Michelle herself takes to the stage under the direction of Jessica Arthur (The Dictionary of Lost Words), in a reunion story that reaches across continents, cultures and Spotify® playlists.Discover more at La Boite.

Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Saturday, 19 September 2026

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.

What's In The Woods? - Teddy Bears Picnic
Saturday, 19 September 2026

What's In The Woods? - Teddy Bears Picnic

Bring your favourite teddy and join us for a special springtime edition of What's In The Woods? It's picnic season in the forest, and we're setting out the rugs for a joyful, imaginative adventure. Your little one (and their bear!) are warmly invited to explore, discover, and enjoy the magic of a teddy bear's picnic.Be transported to a soft and cosy woodland, right out of a picture book, where each new season is full of natural wonders waiting to be discovered by young, inquisitive minds. Enjoy an engaging and interactive story by the campfire before embarking on your own sensory exploration of the woods.Ages: Tailor made for audiences aged 0-3 and filled with performance, puppetry and play 'What's In The Woods?' is a gentle welcome to the world of theatre. Sessions are split into 3 age groups running at various times:0-1 years1-2 years2-3 years.Run time: Approximately 45 minutes, 20 minutes of performance and 25 minutes of play in the space.Acccessibility: Wheelchair accessible, baby changing facilities provided onsite and in space. Pram parking available. Carer resources available. Breakout space available.Reviews:"Fantastic. Such a safe and welcoming space.""Incredibly skilled in their craft."About the program: What's in the Woods? has been developed as part of the new Backbone Theatre for Babies program, developed with company-in-residence Brymore Productions. Backbone Theatre for Babies has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, it's arts funding and advisory body.Supported by: Backbone is supported by the Queensland Government through Arts Queensland. Backbone Youth Arts is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 8am - 5pm

Brisbane Sculpture Festival 2026

Explore the captivating world of sculpture through Sculptors Queensland's dynamic exhibitions, showcasing the mastery of local artists. Our curated displays unveil the diverse expressions of form, material, and concept, offering a visual feast for art enthusiasts.Join us on a journey of discovery and appreciation, as we celebrate the power of sculpture to inspire, provoke thought, and elevate the human experience.Sculptors Queensland, Brisbane Sculpture Festival is open during Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha opening hours.

Watercolour Society of Queensland's 40th Annual Exhibition
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 9am - 4pm

Watercolour Society of Queensland's 40th Annual Exhibition

Celebrate 40 years of watercolour with the Watercolour Society of Queensland at its 40th Annual Watercolour Exhibition.This free public exhibition showcases original watercolour artworks by Queensland artists, with works available for purchase throughout the weekend.Visitors can meet artists, enjoy live painting demonstrations and explore hands-on Try Me tables designed to introduce people of all ages and experience levels to the beauty of watercolour painting.Whether you are an art enthusiast, collector or simply curious about watercolour, the exhibition offers a welcoming opportunity to discover the diversity and creativity of one of Queensland's longest-established art societies.For more information visit the Watercolour Society of Qld website.

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 10am - 4pm

Visions of Beauty Photography Exhibition

You are invited to attend the 'Visions of Beauty' photo exhibition, showcasing a collection of photography celebrating beauty in its many forms-from breathtaking landscapes and the captivating wonder of wildlife and nature, to the artistry of the human form.Visions of Beauty features the work of passionate and award-winning photographers, each bringing their own unique perspective of beauty. Whether you're an art enthusiast, photography lover, or simply seeking inspiration, this exhibition offers a memorable visual journey.Be inspired. Experience Visions of Beauty.Bring a friend, support local art, and come find your next favorite piece for your home. We can't wait to see you there!

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 10am - 5pm

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards 2026

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.For more information, visit our website.From 3 to 31 August 2026, the Brisbane Airport Pop-Up Exhibition will showcase a range of exciting artworks at two locations within the Brisbane Airport Domestic Terminal for travellers and visitors to enjoy. 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, please visit MoB website.

Warrajamba
Saturday, 19 September 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.

Get On Up: Youth Breaking Battles 2026
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 11:30am - 4:30pm

Get On Up: Youth Breaking Battles 2026

Get On Up Youth Battle returns this school holiday season, bringing together the next generation of breakers for a day of community, learning, and friendly competition.Breaking crews, dance studios, schools, and young dancers are invited to take part in an exciting event celebrating youth culture, creativity, and movement. The program includes a special guest workshop at 11:30am, with the guest artist to be announced soon, followed by Youth Breaking Battles from 1pm.This is an opportunity for young dancers to represent their crew, build new connections, develop their skills, and showcase their passion for breaking in a supportive and energetic environment.Location: EC Venue, 17 McLachlan Street, Fortitude ValleyGet On Up: Youth Breaking Battle is proudly sponsored by Brisbane City Council.

Koreaboo
Saturday, 19 September 2026, 7:30 - 8:50pm

Koreaboo

La Boite Theatre presents the Queensland premiere of a Griffin Theatre Company production, a Show of Family and Belonging!Hannah had her trip all planned out. Travel to Korea. Visit her birth mother. Spend a golden summer creating precious memories. But when she arrives in Seoul reality hits hard. Her Umma works in a convenience store day and night, barely taking a break. She seems more interested in stacking shelves and re-arranging the garden gnome display than connecting with her long-lost Australian daughter. Hannah is Korean, yet in Umma's mind, Hannah is a "Koreaboo"-a foreigner captivated by K-Pop, kimchi and hanboks. Armed with only Google Translate and unrelenting optimism, Hannah must try to find a place within Umma's world before the end of a sweltering summer. Taking inspiration from real events in playwright Michelle Lim Davidson's life (The Feather in the Web, The Newsreader), this profound and heartfelt play marks the writing debut of one of Australia's most beloved performers. Michelle herself takes to the stage under the direction of Jessica Arthur (The Dictionary of Lost Words), in a reunion story that reaches across continents, cultures and Spotify® playlists.Discover more at La Boite.