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If You Love a Good Gig

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If the Night is Calling You

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If You Want to Share in the Moment

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If You Want a Hit to the Heart

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If You're Ready to be Wowed

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If You Love a Bloody Good Story

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Australian Premiere

Fijian Flying Circus

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Queensland PremiereCabaretMusicMusicalDanceMost Hyped

The Choir of Man

Welcome to the best pub in the world!

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World PremiereTheatreMost HypedDrama

Strong is the New Pretty

It’s not just about a sport. It’s about a revolution.

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Australian PremiereCircusDancePhysical TheatreMost Hyped

ESCAPE

A boundary-breaking fusion of human movement and physical structures.

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Australian PremiereTheatreDanceMost HypedDrama

Scorched Earth

A murder. An interrogation. A clouded world of fantasy and fear.

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Australian PremiereTheatreComedy

Werewolf

Attention: Multiple new occurrences confirmed. Healthy citizens report to safehouses by sunset.

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Queensland PremiereDanceMusicParticipatory

DAYBREAKER

Wake up and DANCE!

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Queensland PremiereDancePhysical Theatre

Night MovesThe Scramble

Let's get ready to rumble!

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Attenborough's Ocean in Concert

Sir David Attenborough’s greatest message of hope brought to life, live by Camerata.

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Australian PremiereTheatreFirst NationsDramaMost Hyped

Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking

An extraordinary mapping of Aotearoa through the eyes of Te Tiriti o Waitangi Mahana.

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Queensland PremiereComedyFamilyMost Hyped

This Show is a Joke!

It’s a variety show gone bananas.

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World PremiereFamilyTheatreMusic

Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood

A rambunctious modern fable.

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Australian PremiereCircusFamilyPhysical TheatreDanceMost Hyped

Fijian Flying Circus

Come fly with us!

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Australian PremiereSelling FastTheatreVisual TheatreFamilyMost Hyped

Dead as a Dodo

An epic battle between life and death.

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Queensland PremiereDance

Bleachers

Bleachers aren't just for sitting on.

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Festival Spectacles – the biggest must-see events of Brisbane Festival 2026

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Queensland PremiereTalksMusicFirst Nations

Generations & Dynasties: The Brady Family

A powerful afternoon of storytelling, captivating conversation, and exploring how cultural legacy is passed down the generations through music.

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TalksMusicFirst Nations

Generations & Dynasties: The Briscoe Sisters

A heartfelt and unforgettable afternoon of conversation, connection and soulful music.

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Queensland PremiereTheatreFamilyInteractiveMost HypedDrama

Mama Does Derby

A hilarious and heartfelt mother-daughter story.

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12 Sep - 18 Apr

Australian ExclusiveAustralian PremiereVisual ArtInstallationFamily

Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company

An unprecedented exhibition exploring the imaginative storytelling and world-building of The Jim Henson Company.

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RocKwiz Rocks Brisbane

Get ready Brissy, we are coming back to celebrate your fine city!

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World PremiereFreeInstallationMusicMost Hyped

Bright Nights by ANZ

A rock-pop symphony of water, light, and sound.

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OperaCabaretMost Hyped

Are You Lonesome Tonight

Arrive in your jeans and boots, or your tuxedos and ball gowns.

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World PremiereDanceMost Hyped

No One Gets Out of Here Alive

For everyone who’s going to die…

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Queensland PremiereDanceMost Hyped

Shel We

Playful, enchanting dance, full of mischief.

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Queensland PremiereTheatreDrama

Koreaboo

A show of family and belonging.

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Queensland PremiereTheatre

LEGENDS (of the Golden Arches)

This funeral will be the death of them.

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DanceComedyFamilyCommunity

Common People Dance Eisteddfod

Seven teams. One trophy. Unlimited glory. Let the battle begin!

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CommunityTheatreMusicalMusicComedyFamily

Community Choir: The Musical

Every choir has its secrets.

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First NationsMusicDanceFreeCommunityInteractiveWorkshops

Pasifika Made

Where Ancestral Knowledge Meets Contemporary Pacific Arts

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FamilyMusicFestivalDanceFreeCommunity

Moorooka Block Party

It's time to party in the park!

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CommunityMusicFamilyFree

Brisbane SerenadesSt Lucia Block Party

A family-friendly party on the peninsula!

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What to see together

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FamilyDanceMusicCommunity

Brisbane SerenadesManly Serenades

A feel-good night of thrills, tunes and good times by the coast.

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MusicPartyDance

Night MovesSHANDY

A taste of queer mayhem.

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27 Aug - 26 Sep

World PremiereInstallationMusicFree

Night MovesChoral Cthonics

A hum in the dark.

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27 Aug - 26 Sep

World PremiereInstallationVisual ArtFree

Night Moves(In)Sight

Step into the shadows.

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Agnes Obel

Don't wait, this one-night-only concert is sure to be a sell-out.

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Australian ExclusiveMusic

Be The Sky

Ancestral Tibetan melodies meet contemporary expression.

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Queensland PremiereFreeMusic

The Complete Bach Catalogue for Organ

From quiet contemplation to awe-inspiring grandeur.

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Maestro 7: Symphonic Dances

From folk steps to final farewells, Queensland Symphony Orchestra's Symphonic Dances concert is built around the joy of dance.

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Maestro 6: La Mer

From gentle tides to stormy swells, Queensland Symphony Orchestra’s La Mer captures the ever-shifting moods of the sea.

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ACO: Mozart's Last Symphonies

A complex, joyous swansong from one of history's greatest classical music geniuses.

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OperaMusicMusical

Brisbane Cheryomushki

Witty and affectionate, this satirical operetta is a musical gem.

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Compassion Feat. Lior

A symphony of universal peace and love.

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Night at the ParklandThe Cruel Sea with Magic Dirt

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Night at the ParklandThe Temper Trap

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Night at the ParklandHuman Nature: All The Hits Live

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Night at the ParklandICEHOUSE

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So many things to do with the kids at the Festival!

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Night at the ParklandPNAU

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Night at the ParklandMissy Higgins

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Lord Mayor's City Hall ConcertsLord Mayor's City Hall Concerts: David Bailey

Pipes, wheels, and reels — Buster Keaton's classic set to a live, original score.

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Lord Mayor's City Hall ConcertsLord Mayor's City Hall Concerts: UQ Music Gala

Boldly joyful. Fiercely local.

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Lord Mayor's City Hall ConcertsLord Mayor's City Hall Concerts: East of West

Storytelling spun over rich traditional rhythms.

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Lord Mayor's City Hall ConcertsLord Mayor's Children's Program: TheatreDome

Amidst a theatrical storm, can our contestants perform?

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FreeMusicParticipatoryInstallation

Giant Sing Along

Mic check, one, two.

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First NationsFreeDance

Sunrise Ceremony: Bikki Wantimaa

Join the circle, dance and blessing.

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FreeWorkshopsFirst NationsDanceFamily

Dance with Tom

Come for a dance and a yarn!

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FreeComedyVisual TheatreFamilyInstallationParticipatory

The Knock ‘Em Downs

Swing on by and try your luck at the side show!

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FreeMusicCabaretParty

Piano Man

Gather round the baby grand for a wild late-night singalong.

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InteractiveTheatre

Not a Cult*

A public spectacle of disconcerting joy.

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FreeCircusDanceFirst NationsFamily

Living Sculptures: How the birds got their colours

Let your imagination take flight.

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Warm-up with QLD Con

An energising musical warm-up to the day by the river.

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WorkshopsInteractiveVisual ArtCommunity

Dead Puppet Society: Sculptures & Sips Workshops

Unleash your creative spark!

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FreeWorkshopsParticipatory

Dead Puppet Society: Puppet Construction Workshop

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FreeInteractiveWorkshops

QAGOMA Public Program: The Pop-Up Sock Puppet Studio

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FreeFamilyMusic

Family Fun Day supported by Brisbane Airport

Get ready for take-off!

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First NationsFreeFamilyVisual ArtDanceMusicFestivalCommunityTalks

Quandamooka Festival

Get away from the city for a vibrant celebration of Culture on Stradbroke Island.

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First NationsDanceMusicTheatreFree

The Aboriginal Centre for Performing Arts: Community Showcase

More than a performance, it's real time creation

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DanceCommunityPhysical TheatreFreeWorkshops

Neighbourhood CentresZillmere Community Centre: Free Movement Workshops with The Farm

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20 Jul - 10 Aug

WorkshopsVisual ArtFreeCommunity

Neighbourhood CentresSandgate Community Centre (SANDBAG Inc.): Free Charcoal Drawing Workshops with Sam Harrison

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29 Jul - 16 Sep

WorkshopsFreeCommunityMusicalDance

Neighbourhood CentresHUB Neighbourhood Centre Inala: Free Community Choir Workshops with Cheep Trill

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CommunityMusicalFreeWorkshops

Neighbourhood CentresMount Gravatt Community Centre: Free Community Choir Workshops with Cheep Trill

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DanceWorkshopsFreeCommunityInteractive

Neighbourhood CentresWynnum Community Place: Free Dance Workshops with Bring a Plate

Dance for all ages, all experiences, and all bodies.

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20 Aug - 17 Sep

DanceFamilyInteractiveFreeCommunityWorkshops

Neighbourhood CentresYeronga Community Centre: Free Dance Workshops with Bring a Plate

Dance for all ages, all experiences and all bodies.

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19 Aug - 16 Sep

WorkshopsCommunityDanceFamilyFree

Neighbourhood CentresKurilpa Kiosk: Free Dance Workshops with Bring A Plate

Dance for all ages, all experiences, and all bodies.

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WorkshopsDancePhysical TheatreFreeCommunity

Neighbourhood CentresSherwood Neighbourhood Centre: Free Movement Workshops with The Farm

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FamilyInteractiveFashionVisual ArtFreeCommunityWorkshops

Neighbourhood CentresNorth West Community Hub: Free Costume Design Workshops with Sarah Winter

Express yourself through costume creation!

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26 Aug - 16 Sep

InteractiveVisual ArtWorkshopsFree

Neighbourhood CentresSandgate Community Centre (SANDBAG Inc.): Create your own Superhero with DESIRAI

Awaken your inner superhero

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30 Jul - 10 Sep

Visual ArtInteractiveWorkshopsFreeCommunity

Neighbourhood CentresVietnamese Community in Australia - QLD Chapter Inc.: Create your own Superhero with DESIRAI

Awaken your inner superhero

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Social Sculptures

A bold and unexpected after-dark art crawl.

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FashionCommunityFree

Love Me Again Market: Morningside

Does your wardrobe need a glow-up?

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Queensland Regional Art Awards

The Mervyn Moriarty Landscape Exhibition

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FreeInteractiveVisual ArtCommunityWorkshops

Mindful Art Mornings at Museum of Brisbane

Start your day with intention.

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Live at Melbourne Street Green

Live Acts. Local Talent. Free on Fridays.

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Transurban Bridge to Brisbane

Run, walk or wheel for something bigger!

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Scenes With Girls

Because sometimes friendship is the greatest love story of them all...

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Talk of the Town: Levelling the playing field

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Talk of the Town: True crime, death and the live body

We are living through a cultural obsession with true crime.

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Talk of the Town: Collective bodies, international spaces

Originating in the 18th Century, international circus arts have evolved beyond the Big Top.

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