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10 Top Indoor Activities in Brisbane

Updated: May 26, 2025

From art galleries to retro arcade and virtual reality games, indoor golf, escape rooms and antique centres, here's 10 great indoor things to do in Brisbane:

Lumber Punks Axe-throwing

Lumber Punks at West End is Brisbane’s first axe-throwing venue – the perfect way to let off steam and try the fine old lumberjack sport

Red Lock Escape Rooms

Experience an immersive, real-life adventure for all ages, including an alien invasion, murder mystery & wizarding school

Project Immersive Escape Rooms

A fully-immersive adventure game that starts the moment you arrive in the carpark of an old abandoned paint factory

Bounce Hendra

Bounce Hendra is an indoor ski and adventure sports park, providing hours of fun for all ages

Crank Indoor Climbing

CRANK Indoor Climbing is the ultimate home of rock climbing, bouldering, parkour, ninja warrior and fitness

The Jungle Adventure Play

Queensland's premier indoor play centre is a massive jungle-themed adventure wonderland for all ages

The Golf Bunker

The Golf Bunker is the only 24-hour golf facility in Brisbane, with 5 state of the art TrackMan Golf Simulator bays

Mas & Miek Ceramic House

Mas & Miek is a bespoke open-plan ceramic studio, shop and café, hidden within the industrial surrounds of Byres Street, Newstead

Sky Climb

Sky Climb is an exhilarating indoor climbing challenge suited to everyone from first time climbers to experienced

Reverse Garbage

Take a wander through this wonderland of cast-offs and 'junk' and be inspired to create your own things - there's even a gallery onsite for ideas

Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL

See Xavier Rudd live in Brisbane for a powerful night of music supporting HEAL

Aug 26

Burning of the Vines

The spectacular event has it all - fire, food and (most importantly) fine wine!

Aug 29

Grand View Hotel 175 Year Anniversary

The iconic Grand View Hotel will celebrate 175 years with a huge one-day celebration

Aug 29

Strong is the New Pretty - Brisbane Festival

Suzie Miller brings Strong is the New Pretty to the Playhouse for Brisbane Festival

Sep 1-19

Koreaboo

The sharply funny Koreaboo makes its La Boite Theatre debut from 2 to 19 September.

2-19 Sep

The Choir of Man - Brisbane Festival

The Choir of Man features sensational singers perform foot-stomping singalongs, brimming with hits.

Sep 3-26

Mama Does Derby - Brisbane Festival

Mama Does Derby is a theatre show about a single mum, daughter and a new life coming to the Brisbane Powerhouse.

Sep 3-5

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage

Galvanized showcases the finest heritage experiences & events

Sep 4-13

Bright Nights by ANZ

Bright Nights by ANZ transforms the Brisbane River into a dazzling, choreographed canvas of water, light, and sound

Sep 4-26

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

The world's #1 3D dining experience has landed at Waterloo Bay Hotel in Wynnum

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

MUST DO

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

Bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen with Origins Italian Cooking Classes, where authentic recipes, family traditions and the joy of gathering around the table take centre stage

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Aug 21-23

From a vibrant Ukrainian festival, a medieval fantasy weekend and Brisbane’s biggest trackside party of the year, to a dazzling Barbra Streisand tribute and a brand-new romance-only bookstore

This Weekend Aug 21-23

Brisbane Festival - Festival Village South Bank

COMING UP

What's on in September in & near Brisbane

From Brisbane Festival taking over the city to the magical Jim Henson blockbuster at QAGOMA and Laidley Spring Festival, the best things to do in and around Brisbane in September:

What's on in September 2026

FATHER'S DAY

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

Escape to the bush this Father’s Day and treat Dad to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch at Walkabout Creek Cafe

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

Best Bars in Brisbane

Experience the wit, elegance and enduring brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan