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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:

Brisbane Writers Festival 2024
Brisbane Writers Festival
Brisbane Writers Festival is back with a page-turning program of over 150 live events, including author talks and
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The Woman In Black
The Woman in Black, QPAC
Susan Hill's acclaimed ghost story comes dramatically alive in Stephen Mallatratt's brilliant stage adaptation
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Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards
Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards are back for 2024 so get busy snapping - entries open May 1st
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Audra McDonald
Audra McDonald
Don't miss Broadway legend, television and film star, Audra McDonald, when she performs at QPAC in May
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Geoffrey Robertson KC
Geoffrey Robertson KC - How do we Fix a Turbulent World?
Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds, live on stage when he comes to Brisbane for one-night-only
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Stradbroke Season 2024
Brisbane Racing Club
Brisbane’s premier racing carnival, The Star Stradbroke Season is back with six thrilling racedays including
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs Brisbane
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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Black Box
Black Box, QPAC
A new, must-see, musical based on the incredible true story of the Australian inventor of the black box flight recorder
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Paniyiri Greek Festival
Paniyiri
Australia’s most iconic Greek Festival returns to Musgrave Park in May for a huge 2-day celebration of all things Greek
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Blue
Blue, La Boite Theatre
A tender and exquisite monologue written and performed by actor, dancer & Logie Award-winner Thomas Weatherall
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Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct Markets
Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct
The Farm Gate to City Door Scenic Rim Market returns to Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct for another fantastic day of
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Circus Fun House
With dazzling costumes, daring aerial stunts, breathtaking acrobatics & side-splitting comedy, this show has it all
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Dawn French
Dawn French
Due to extraordinary demand, the Queen of British comedy has added a second Brisbane show
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Mother's Day Brunch at Vertigo
Mother's Day Brunch at Vertigo
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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West End Shoe Sale
Brisbane's biggest and best ladies shoe sale is back for 3 days only, with over 2,000 pairs priced from just $20
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Mad Science
Mad Science at QAGOMA
These fiendishly-fun films take a look at how iconic cinema has influenced our views of science and humanity
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Buddha Birth Day Festival
Buddha Birth Day Festival
Queensland's biggest Buddha Birth Day celebration returns to the Chung Tian Temple for 3 huge days of festivities
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Camerata & Karin Schaupp: Serenade
Camerata & Karin Schaupp: Serenade
Camerata along with Australian guitar virtuoso Karin Schaupp will perform an inspiring concert of classical music
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Emma Donovan
Emma Donovan
Don't miss ARIA-nominated, award-winning Indigenous singer and songwriter Emma Donovan when she performs at
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Brookfield Show 2024
Brookfield Show
Brisbane's biggest little country show offers affordable, family-friendly entertainment across 3 jam-packed days
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Tom Gleeson: Gear
Tom Gleeson: Gear
One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his brand new show to Brisbane for an hour of non-stop laughter
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Mother's Day at Brisbane Quarter
Living Room Bar, W Brisbane Mother's Day High Tea
Treat Mum like the queen she is at Brisbane Quarter with a seafood buffet, yum cha lunch, elegant high tea, or
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Joyce Yang
Joyce Yang
Grammy-nominated Korean pianist Joyce Yang returns to Brisbane by popular demand performing works by Tchaikovsky and
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National Photographic Portrait Prize
The National Photographic Portrait Prize 2023 is a fascinating, free exhibition on display at State Library from May 11
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Planes, Trains And Autos
Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich
Planes, Trains and Autos returns to the City of Ipswich for 3 adrenaline-charged days including thrilling displays and
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Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet
Immerse yourself in the moonlit streets of Verona with artists from some of the worlds leading ballet companies
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Park Vibes
Park Vibes
Park Vibes returns to Victoria Park on Mother's Day for a fantastic afternoon of free live music, delicious food, and
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Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2024
More than 130 comedians will descend on Brisbane, with over 300 hilarious events happening across 4 iconic venues
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Choral Spectacular
Choral Spectacular
Queensland Choir, Brisbane Chorale & Brisbane Symphony Orchestra combine for this much-loved annual event
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Terra Firma Dining Experience
The highly anticipated Terra Firma 'Fire to Table' immersive dining experience is a feast for all of the senses
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The Gospel According to Paul
The Gospel According to Paul
This unmissable one-man comedy is a clever and witty portrayal of one of Australia’s most charismatic leaders
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Mother's Day at Old Government House
Cuisine on Cue High Tea
Treat your mother to an unforgettable Mother's Day High Tea in the splendid surrounds of Old Government House
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Mexican Fiesta Month
Mexican Fiesta Month
Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort with a mouthwatering menu of
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Feel Good Program
Brisbane’s popular free fitness program at South Bank offers a range of outdoor health & well-being classes for all
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Rearranged: Art of the Flower
Rearranged: Art of the Flower
Inspired by floral motifs, Museum of Brisbane's fantastic exhibition spans a myriad of mediums
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'mudunama kundana wandaraba jarribirri: Judy Watson'
Judy Watson QAG
A celebration of the powerful, ethereal, and deeply beautiful artworks by one of Australia's most revered contemporary artists
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Mother's Day at Walkabout Creek
Walkabout Creek
Say thank you to Mum this Mother's Day by treating her to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch in beautiful bush surrounds
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Autumn High Tea
Sheraton Grand Autumn High Tea
Celebrate Autumn with three-tiers of seasonal sweet and savoury treats while enjoying sweeping ocean views
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Hiromi Tango
Hiromo Tango, Museum of Brisbane
Museum of Brisbane's new Artist-in-Residence, Hiromi Tango, will create a vibrant, sculptural arrangement of flowers
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Handmade Craft Markets
Handmade Craft Markets, Meadowbrook Shopping Centre
The Handmade Craft Markets are back on Saturday, May 4, just in time for Mother's Day, with an array of stalls featuring
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Gathering
Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dance Company
Gathering is a free Indigenous performance, happening in Brisbane's Queen Street Mall every Wednesday at noon
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Mould: A Cheese Festival
Mould Cheese Festival
Brisbane's getting an epic 3-day cheese festival at the Brisbane Showgrounds in May
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Mexican Fiesta Month

Mexican Fiesta Month

Terraces Restaurant brings the vibrant flavours of Mexico to the Gold Coast
May 1-31

Lord Mayor's Photographic Awards

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

Sky Racing Guineas Day

Enjoy a great day out at the races with friends, fine food and more
May 4
Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs Brisbane

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

What better way is there to enjoy a free movie than under the stars
Until May 4
Planes, Trains & Autos City of Ipswich

Planes, Trains And Autos

An adrenaline-charged festival of all things aviation, rail & auto
May 4-6
Geoffrey Robertson KC - How do we Fix a Turbulent World?

Geoffrey Robertson KC

Join Geoffrey Robertson KC, one of the world's great legal minds
May 9
Tom Gleeson: Gear

Tom Gleeson: Gear

One of Australia’s favourite comedians is bringing his new show to Brisbane
May 10
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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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THIS WEEKEND

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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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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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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
Outdoor Cinema

Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs

Get out the picnic blanket and gather friends and family for a fabulous free night out under the stars
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Outdoor Cinema in the Suburbs
Britain’s second longest running play comes to QPAC!
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