What's On in Brisbane
Discover festivals, concerts, exhibitions, and more. Your guide to the best experiences Brisbane has to offer.
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Yoga
Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into the session.
Group boxing
Bookings essential. Punch, move and sweat your way to better fitness in this energetic and fun boxing class. Enjoy a full-body workout that improves strength, cardio fitness and coordination in a supportive environment.
Yoga
Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into the session.
Zumba®
Shake it at your own pace to zesty tunes and spicy tracks. The classes move between high and low intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. Join the party.
Tai Chi Qigong
This dynamic activity is invigorating and will help you feel relaxed, refreshed and calm. Rejuvenate your body and learn to create a tranquil mind. Join any week.
Zumba Gold®
Bookings essential. A low-impact, all-standing workout that requires no equipment and is suitable for all fitness levels. The routines are simple, easy to follow, and designed for beginners, active seniors, and anyone looking for a fun cardio session that offers moderate intensity while being gentle on the joints.
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.
Yoga
Focus on a range of movements to relax the mind and body. Stretching, breathing, strength and balance exercises are included by incorporating standing poses and mat work into the session.
Leave It - Free dog training session
The Leave It training sessions provide free, practical dog training support to help owners build reliable behaviours such as recall and the "leave it" cue in real-world settings.Led by professional trainers in local Brisbane parks, these sessions help dogs respond safely around distractions while promoting positive, responsible pet ownership.
Zumba®
Improve your fitness, burn hundreds of calories and learn some new dance moves! The classes move between high and low intensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance. Come join the party.
Zumba Gold®
Enjoy a low-impact, moderate-intensity workout in a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. Have fun shaking it at your own pace to zesty Latin tunes, Indian-infused rhythms, plus other music from around the world. This class can help you improve your balance, range of motion and coordination.
Women's bus driver career open days - Carina Bus Depot
Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Brisbane City Council bus operator?Discover whether a career as a bus operator is right for you at the women-only open day (2 sessions: 8.30am-1.30pm or 12pm-5.10pm. Registration required). Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the depot, meet drivers and trainers, ask questions in a relaxed, pressure free environment, and even experience the thrill of driving a bus under the supervision of a qualified instructor.No previous experience needed.Venue: Carina Bus Depot, 1465 Creek Road, Carina.
Everton Park community street tree planting
Join us for a free family-friendly tree planting event and help make Everton Park greener, cooler and more walkable. Ahead of Arbor Day on 13 October, you will have the opportunity to plant trees in your local street and help grow our urban forest. Get to know your neighbours whilst beautifying your local area.New street trees are carefully chosen to suit the site and local area. Planting holes will be dug beforehand, and all tools will be supplied.This is a great opportunity for children and adults alike to learn about the trees being planted and the important role they play in creating cooler streets, supporting local wildlife and benefiting future generations.As a thank you for participating, enjoy a free sausage sizzle after planting and take home a free native plant.What to bring:For your comfort and safety, participants are encouraged to wear sturdy shoes, a hat, and sunscreen, and to bring a reusable water bottle.Streets to be planted include:Baden Powell Street, Barton Street, Braidwood Street, Buller Street, Burwood Road, Carawatha Street, Cootha Street, Dundonald Street, Everton Terrace, Forrest Street, French Street, Glenbrook Street, Gordon Parade, Griffin Street, Griffith Street, Hornby Street, Hunter Street, Illawarra Street, Kambala Street, Mcilwraith Street, Mitta Street, Reedan Street, Teralba Street, Warringah Street and White Street.Further details:Meet at Teralba Park (Pullen Road entrance),120 Pullen Road, Everton Park. Participants are encouraged to arrive by 9am for the welcome and briefing.
Brisbane Emergency Services Expo
Bring the family to the Brisbane Emergency Services Expo for a free day of fun, learning and hands-on experiences. Meet your emergency services heroes, explore emergency vehicles up close and learn simple steps you can take to prepare your home and family for severe weather.Local experts will be on hand to share practical advice, and you can view equipment, products and services to help you get ready at home, all in the one place.There will be plenty for kids and families to enjoy, including Paw Patrol shows and Meet and Greets, face painting, a jumping castle, food trucks, a sausage sizzle and more.What to bring:hat and sunscreenreusable water bottle.About the expoNow in its fifth year, the Brisbane Emergency Services Expo is a free, family-friendly event that brings emergency services, government agencies and community organisations together in one place.The Expo is a practical and fun way to get ready for storm season. Visitors can speak with local experts, view emergency service vehicles and find products and services that may help them prepare their home and property. There will be interactive displays, hands-on activities, demonstrations and entertainment for all ages.You can also learn how to create an emergency plan, prepare an emergency kit and take simple steps to help protect your household during severe weather and disasters.Venue: 7th Brigade Park (Playground 1), Delaware Street, Chermside. View map.What's on at the expo?A stage program will be available one week prior to the event. On the day, program signs will be displayed throughout the venue. Check back regularly for updates, as session times may change.Where can I park?Limited parking is available beside the dog park off Reinhold Crescent, Chermside (view map) and may fill up quickly. Once parked, follow the Downfall Creek Bikeway along Newman Road to the event.Limited street parking is available in nearby streets.Is there accessible parking?There are 4 accessible parking spaces available on Delaware Street. See the traffic controllers to gain access.Is there public transport available?Public transport options are available. To plan your journey, visit the Translink website.Will there be food and drinks available?Food trucks will be available offering a range of cuisines, as well as ice cream, snow cones, sausage sizzle and more.Will there be water available?Yes, hydration stations will be available for free water refills. Bring a reusable water bottle.Can I bring my own food and drinks?Yes, you are welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Note this is an alcohol-free event.Seating and shade areas will be provided, and you are welcome to bring picnic blankets if you would like to relax under the shade of trees.Are dogs allowed?Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome. If your pet is uncomfortable with crowds, noise, children or other animals, reconsider bringing them.Bring water and clean up after your pet.What if I need First Aid?First Aid officers will be located next to the Information Tent.What should I do if my child becomes separated from me?Notify event staff or visit the Information Tent immediately.What should I bring?We recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen (sunscreen is also available at the Information Tent) and a reusable water bottle.How can I learn more about preparing for severe weather?Brisbane City Council provides information and resources to help residents prepare their homes and families for severe weather. Learn more about how you can be prepared.This event is proudly delivered by Brisbane City Council, with support from the Queensland Government's Get Ready Queensland Program.
Deep water aqua
This is an aquatic workout that uses all major muscle groups. Participants wear a buoyancy belt so there is no need to worry about being in deep water, however basic swimming skills are required. You must bring your own buoyancy belt for this class.
Chair yoga
Enjoy being supported by the chair as you stretch and strengthen your body with both seated and standing poses.This is a GOLD event suitable for seniors.
Step into nature - Community walking group
Our new community walking group is a relaxed, social way to explore Brisbane's beautiful parks and green spaces.Walking in a group is a safe and supportive way to explore bushland, especially for those who may be unfamiliar with the area or prefer not to walk alone. Along the way, you might pick up interesting facts about local flora, fauna, and history, while enjoying the many benefits of walking, from improved health, community connection, and time in nature.Requirements: Safety first! Please wear closed-in walking shoes, bring a water bottle, and dress in sun-protective clothing including a hat and sunscreen. Walks may include uneven terrain, uphill sections of the walk.Note: This walk may be cancelled if unsafe walking conditions arise on the day, including severe weather, extreme heat, or any other hazards that may impact participant safety.
Learn to maintain your bike for women (intermediate)
This popular course will teach you how to change a tyre and keep your bike rolling with basic maintenance tips that will save you money. Come with or without your bike.Presented as part of Council's Cycling Brisbane program.
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.
Audrey Gibbs Art Prize
Audrey Gibbs joined the Royal Queensland Art Society in 1983 and was recognised as a Fellow of the society in 2009. This exhibition explores genre artworks, one of Audrey's great pleasures.This exhibition focuses on Genre Artworks, one of Audrey's favourite themes to paint. Genre Artworks are those that depict ordinary people in everyday situations, both in the exterior and the interior. Rather than heroic or mythological subjects, these works celebrate the familiar: everyday people participating in domestic routines, work, leisure, social gatherings, and quiet moments of daily life.The Royal Queensland Art Society is proudly supported by Brisbane City Council.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Aqua fitness
Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum impact movements, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement in a fun environment.
Convict Brisbane Walking Tour
Explore Brisbane's colonial history on this guided tour through the city's convict past.Beginning at the historic Windmill on Wickham Terrace and winding down to the river at Queens Wharf, the tour traces Brisbane's transformation between 1823 and 1842 - from a remote penal outpost to an emerging free town. Hear stories of convicts and commandants, revealing how punishment, labour and authority shaped daily life. Along the way, our guides bring the settlement into focus, illuminating the social fabric and living conditions, as well as the central role of the Brisbane River in sustaining the colony.Woven throughout the tour are First Peoples' responses to British settlement, their enduring connection to Country, and the Frontier wars that directly followed this era. Together, these intersecting stories offer a deeper understanding of how Brisbane grew from its earliest foundations into a regional centre.Tour highlights include: The Windmill, The Brisbane Crest, The Petrie Tableau, Convict-built structures and surviving remnants, Miller Park and the Commissariat Stores, Queens Wharf and, the Brisbane River.This 90‑minute, 1.75km tour is designed to suit most fitness levels, however, please note it includes walking downhill along city streets and across uneven surfaces. For more information about accessibility requirements, please refer to the Museum of Brisbane FAQs.Museum of Brisbane is Brisbane City Council's leading history and art museum where you can experience our city's vibrant culture.
Aqua fitness
Experience an excellent, low-impact cross-training workout in the water. Feel the benefits of exercise without the pain. Using minimum impact movements, participants will develop strength, mobility and movement in a fun environment.
Free guided tours - Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's Botanic Gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals and small groups (up to ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: Meet at the Mt Coot-tha Visitor Information Centre.Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.
Free guided tours - City Botanic Gardens
Take a free volunteer guided walk to learn about the plants and features at the City Botanic Gardens. Our volunteer guides all have a love for Brisbane's botanic gardens and a desire to share their passion and knowledge with visitors.Walking tours for individuals or small groups (no more than ten people) are free and do not require a booking. Have a larger group? Find out more about booking walks for groups 10 or more in size.Walk timesDaily departures at 11am and 1pm, Monday to Saturday.Walks last about one hour and are taken at a gentle pace.Meeting point: City Botanic Gardens Information Kiosk (next to the Queensland University of Technology's Main Drive pathway).Note: Walks may be subject to environmental conditions and guide capacity on the day.