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Sunset Cinema

Screening a fantastic mix of new releases, family favourites, and all-time classics from its new riverside location until May 11

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Screening a fantastic mix of new releases, family favourites, and all-time classics from its new riverside location until May 11

Read On

Keep up-to-date with the very best of What’s On in Brisbane today and beyond with our up-to-the-minute, carefully-curated guide to the performing arts, shows, concerts, exhibitions, festivals and events in Brisbane and across South East Queensland.

From the major touring shows and one-off events to quirky fringe theatre and indie acts and everything in between. If it’s worth seeing, you’ll find it here. 

Plus, we host a separate line-up of What's On for Kids in Brisbane so you'll never miss a beat!

Cuisine on Cue High Tea
Brisbane City

Mother's Day at Old Government House

May 12
Treat your mother to an unforgettable Mother's Day High Tea in the splendid surrounds of Old Government House
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Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Gold Coast

Terra Firma Dining Experience

May 25
The highly anticipated Terra Firma 'Fire to Table' immersive dining experience is a feast for all of the senses
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What is on in Brisbane in May

From mega Greek, comedy, cheese and writers festivals to Dawn French, Tom Gleeson and Geoffrey Robertson live, plus a huge shoe sale, some of the top things to do in May
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Brisbane Showgrounds

RACQ MotorFest 2024

Jun 16
Start your engines, the ultimate car lover's day out, RACQ MotorFest is back and bigger than ever in June
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Joyce Yang
QSO Studio

Joyce Yang

May 12
Grammy-nominated Korean pianist Joyce Yang returns to Brisbane by popular demand performing works by Tchaikovsky and
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Pandemonium 2024 Eatons Hill Hotel
Eatons Hill Hotel

Pandemonium 2024

Apr 28
Get ready for Pandemonium - Australia's newest rock festival is coming to Eatons Hill Hotel, headlined by rock icon
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Doomben Racecourse

Ladbrokes Doomben 10,000 Day

May 18
Head to Doomben Racecourse for an exciting raceday and savour the fine food, wine & entertainment packages on offer
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Sunset Cinema
Northshore Brisbane

Sunset Cinema

Mar 21-May 11
Sunset Cinema is back for another season, screening a fantastic mix of new releases, family favourites & cult classics
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Blue, La Boite Theatre
La Boite Theatre

Blue

May 16-Jun 1
A tender and exquisite monologue written and performed by actor, dancer & Logie Award-winner Thomas Weatherall
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Brisbane Racing Club

Stradbroke Season 2024

Brisbane’s premier racing carnival, The Star Stradbroke Season is back with six thrilling racedays including
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Eagle Farm Racecourse

Sky Racing Guineas Day

May 4
Enjoy a great day out at the races when The Star Stradbroke Season kicks off on Saturday, May 4 at Eagle Farm with
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Mother's Day Brunch at Vertigo
Brisbane Powerhouse

Mother's Day Brunch at Vertigo

May 12
Vertigo’s Sunday Brunch is live just in time for Mother’s Day, offering a thrilling one-of-a-kind experience at
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Brisbane

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

May 1-Jun 7
Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards are back for 2024 so get busy snapping - entries close on Friday, June 7
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs Brisbane
Brisbane

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

Until May 4
What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars at your local park on a mild Brisbane evening
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Romeo and Juliet
HOTA, Gold Coast

Romeo and Juliet

May 17-18
Immerse yourself in the moonlit streets of Verona with artists from some of the worlds leading ballet companies
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Buddha Birth Day Festival
Chung Tian Temple

Buddha Birth Day Festival

May 3-5
Queensland's biggest Buddha Birth Day celebration returns to the Chung Tian Temple for 3 huge days of festivities
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Be Awesome for Autism

Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear, and bring the kids along
Apr 28
Pandemonium 2024 Eatons Hill Hotel

Pandemonium 2024

Witness Alice Cooper, Blondie and more live on stage
Apr 28
The Woman in Black, QPAC

The Woman In Black

See the terrifying original live on stage at QPAC
Apr 30-May 11

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

Capture Brisbane in its best light!
May 1-Jun 7

West End Shoe Sale

Brisbane's biggest & best ladies shoe sale is back!
May 1-3
Mexican Fiesta Month

Mexican Fiesta Month

Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to the Gold Coast
May 1-31
Buddha Birth Day Festival

Buddha Birth Day Festival

Brisbane’s iconic Buddha Birth Day Festival is back!
May 3-5
Mad Science at QAGOMA

Mad Science

Ghastly creations, evil schemes and experiments gone wrong
May 3-Jun 23
Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto
May 4-6
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EDITOR'S PICK

Be Awesome for Autism

Lace up your shoes, put on your active wear and bring the kids along to AEIOU Foundation's Brisbane Fun Run and Family Fun Day
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Be Awesome for Autism
MUST DO

Mother's Day Dining

Celebrate Mother's Day at one of these top restaurants, open from 11am 'til late for a la carte dining
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Mother's Day Dining
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Apr 26-28

From Brisbane's leading comedy festival, circus fun house and Alice Cooper to a new wine bar & Italian patsserie-cafe the top things to do
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This Weekend Apr 26-28
THE GUIDE

Mother's Day 2024

Some of the best places to take Mum this Mother's Day, from elegant high teas, treetop buffets, yum-cha, and more
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Mother's Day Guide 2024
BRISBANE COMEDY FESTIVAL

Ten Funniest Acts

You've seen them on the small screen and social media, now here are 10 of the funniest shows to see at this year's festival
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Ten Funniest Shows BCF 2024
COMING UP

What's on in May in & around Brisbane

From mega comedy, cheese and writers festivals to Dawn French, Tom Gleeson and Geoffrey Robertson live, some of the top things to do in May
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What's On in May 2024 around Brisbane
HOT TICKET

Audra McDonald

Don't miss Broadway legend, television and film star, Audra McDonald, when she performs at QPAC for one-night-only
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Audra McDonald
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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