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What's on in Brisbane in December

2025

Christmas Tree at King George Square

Updated: Jan 01, 2026

From concerts, world class ballet, comedy, stunning art exhibitions, Christmas themed putt putt, The Enchanted Garden, Christmas in the city and festive dining, what's on in December around Brisbane:

Derek Deane’s The Nutcracker
Derek Deane’s The Nutcracker Queensland Ballet
A fresh reimagining of the beloved Christmas classic The Nutcracker is coming to QPAC this December
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Olafur Eliasson: Presence
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Olafur Eliasson: Presence is an expansive exhibition by Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson featuring major new installations, photography, and sculpture
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Christmas in Brisbane
Lit up tree and Brisbane City Hall
Get into the Christmas spirit this year with these must-do festive events and activities in Brisbane
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A Very Naughty Christmas
Performers on stage A Very Naughty Christmas Twelfth Night Theatre
Australia’s favourite adults-only Christmas comedy is back to tickle your tinsel and unwrap a few surprises at Twelfth Night Theatre
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Sweet Charity
Lead actress in Sweet Charity Brisbane show
Fall in love with timeless hits, sensational performances and the promise of “hopefully ever after" when this Tony award-winning musical hits the QPAC stage
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A Cracker Kransky Christmas
The Kransky Sisters performing A Cracker Kransky Christmas at QPAC
Pack your mince pies and Christmas spirits, The Kransky Sisters are bringing their fabulously festive show back to Brisbane
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Home Alone In Concert
Macaulay Culkin in Home Alone
A true holiday favourite, Home Alone in Concert features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and entertaining score performed live to film
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The Enchanted Garden
Lit up trees and path at The Enchanted Garden
Brisbane’s most magical light experience, is lighting up Roma Street Parkland once again this festive season
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Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Three First Nations women wearing fashions by First Nations designers at Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Powerful stories of community, culture and Country come alive in a bold new exhibition at Museum of Brisbane
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Handel's Messiah
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No festive season is complete without the glorious sound of Handel’s Messiah, the quintessential Christmas classic
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Love Actually? The Musical Parody
Cast members on stage at Love Actually? The Musical Parody
Fans of the iconic Xmas film won't want to miss seeing the Off-Broadway smash hit parody when it hits the Brisbane Showgrounds
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The BIG Handmade Christmas Design Market
Crowd of shoppers at The BIG Handmade Christmas Design Market
Celebrate mindful making, creativity and thoughtful buying this festive season at the fabulous Handmade Christmas Design Market
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Christmas Day Dining at The Star Brisbane
People dining at The Star Christmas
Looking for somewhere special to dine on Christmas Day? The Star Brisbane is putting on a festive celebration like no other
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Christmas Putt Putt
Red entry to Christmas Putt Putt
Brisbane’s most dazzling holiday tradition, Christmas Putt Putt has brought a big dose of Christmas cheer back to Victoria Park
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Alan Davies: Think Ahead
Alan Davies MDB
The critically acclaimed stand-up comedian, actor, writer, and TV personality is returning to Australia in December with his brand new show
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City of Logan Christmas Carols
Crowd watching characters on stage Christmas Carols Logan
Get into the festive spirit at the City of Logan Christmas Carols, the city’s biggest annual Christmas event
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Handel's Messiah
Orchestra performing Handel's Messiah
Celebrate the joy of the season with the timeless beauty of Handel's Messiah in the magnificent setting of the City Tabernacle Baptist Church
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Christmas at St Nicholas Precinct
Christmas markets at Nicholas St Precinct
Ipswich’s Nicholas Street Precinct will transform into a dazzling Christmas wonderland
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Elf Golf
Elf decoration at the entrance to Elf Golf at St Lucia Golf Links
Step into a little slice of Christmas magic at Elf Golf, St Lucia’s festive twist on mini golf that’s made for all ages (and all skill levels)
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Christmas at Brisbane Quarter
Couple on stairs at Brisbane Quarter
This Christmas, Brisbane Quarter invites locals and visitors alike to celebrate the season in style.
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Christmas Day Lunch at The Westin Brisbane
Festive table setting at The Westin
This year, The Westin Ballroom is transforming for Brisbane’s most elevated Christmas Day Buffet
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Flamenco Vivo
Flamenco Vivo main group
Be transported to Spain with this vibrant Flamenco and Spanish dance show by the best exponents of this art in Queensland
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Christmas Lights
people walking up to Government House
Christmas Lights are back at Government House this year in a spectacular display and it's open to the public
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A Christmas Carol
Actors performing A Christmas Carol
The magical, grand-in-scale production brimful of song, humour, love, and lashings of festive joy, returns to QPAC's iconic Playhouse this weekend
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Christmas Laser Light Show
People watching laser light show
Get into the Chrismas spirit at Westfield Mt Gravatt, with an evening of lights, music, and festive fun including a dazzling laser light show
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Shimmer: An Artist in Residence Project by Gerwyn Davies
Women looking at art gallery Museum of Brisbane
Museum of Brisbane presents Shimmer, a very special Artist in Residence exhibition by one of Australia’s most dynamic artists
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Christmas Decorations Brisbane
Christmas decorations at Prop House
The festive season is upon us, and The Prop House Collective's Christmas Decorations Brisbane is where you'll find all of the Christmas decor you'll ever need
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Christmas On Redlands Coast
A lit up Christmas tree, Christmas On Redlands Coast
Christmas has arrived on Redlands Coast with free family-friendly activities and events spreading festive cheer far and wide
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Ashton's The Great Australian Circus
Ashton's Cirus Hero
Australia’s oldest circus family is rolling in to Mt Gravatt, with world-class entertainment for the whole family
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Christmas Shows at RPAC
Actor in Christmas Actually RPAC
RPAC has a cracker of a Christmas lineup of shows and family fun to get you into the festive spirit!
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Maybe It's Only Us
Circus performer Flipside Circus
Maybe It’s Only Us is a bold, immersive performance that throws audiences into the chaos of a failed music festival
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Art Box for Kids: Lincoln Austin
Lincoln Austin artist, Art Box for Kids
Australian artist Lincoln Austin brings their perspective on perception and play to young audiences with Art Box for Kids
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NYE at Rydges South Bank
NYE fireworks on the river from Rydges South Bank
Ring in the new year in one of Brisbane’s most spectacular locations with a trio of unforgettable New Year’s Eve events to choose from
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