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Afterglow

City SpectaclesFamily FunA Festival for YouWorld PremiereInstallationInteractiveFamily
Presented by Brisbane Festival and Sony Music Entertainment Australia
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As Twilight falls the magic ignites

Let the fire guide you this September, as the City Botanic Gardens come alive with Afterglow - a breathtaking new after-dark experience that invites you to follow the flame into a world of wonder.

Journey through a glowing dreamscape of fire sculptures, candlelit installation live performances and illumination. Beneath tree canopies and across shimmering waters, the gardens will transform into a living artwork of flame and shadow as night falls and time slows.

Follow the trail through stories whispered in smoke, where every step draws you deeper into a world where light bends through branches, fire pulses in rhythm, and embers flicker.

With ambient soundscapes curated to stir the soul and design-led installations crafted by world-renowned fire artists and local creatives, Afterglow is a slow-burn multisensory journey designed to spark wonder, reflection, and awe.

Whether you’re bringing the family, planning a date night, or seeking a quiet escape, Afterglow is for everyone.

Come for the magic. Stay for the stillness. Leave glowing long after the night ends.

Dates & Times

5 - 27 Sep

Duration: Approx. 1 hour 30 minute experience

Select dates from Friday 5 September – Saturday 27 September, timeslots from 5.45pm

Prices & Ticket Info

Peak
Adult - $32
Child (3-12 years) - $26
Family (2 adults & 2 children) - $112.00
Concessions - $28.80

Off-Peak
Adult: $26
Child (3-12 years): $20
Family (2 adults & 2 children): $88
Concessions: $23.40

Flexi - $38
Super Flexi - $65

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Access
  • 75% Visual Content

Important Info

Recommended for ages 5+

Low-light, outdoor terrain — assisted options available

Credits

Imagery by Mellumae Image finishing by Seán Dowling

Partners

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Brisbane Festival expresses deep respect to and acknowledges the First People of this Country.