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What's on in Brisbane in February

Updated: Mar 20, 2026

From Cluedo live on stage, BrisAsia festival, a fabulous wedding expo and a massive Banksy exhibit to must-see art and museum exhibitions, the best things to do in February in Brisbane:

The Music of John Williams, a celebration of the composer famed for his cinematic scores, will be brought to life by Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Queensland Brides Wedding Expo returns to the iconic Brisbane City Hall with a fabulous wedding planning experience that actually feels like a celebration
A powerful work by Shock Therapy Arts, Crossing the Divide explores the long-term impact of Australia's colonial past and how it has shaped our national identity
The UQ Alumni Book Fair returns with more than 130,000 books, magazines, vinyl records, videos, DVDs
King Street is set to transform its beloved Queen Amann Bakery into a high energy dancefloor for a one-off café rave experience
Brisbane's biggest cultural festival is here with a jam-packed program of 28 spectacular events across 17 suburbs
A Lunar New Year rooftop celebration fusing Neo Soul, Hip Hop, and Chinese Opera where tradition gallops to a new groove
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Love is in the air this Valentine's Day weekend as Queensland Symphony Orchestra presents two special Portraits recitals
An intimate, monthly encounter with films that have captured the imagination, curiosity and hearts of QAGOMA's curatorial team, screening on the last Wednesday of each month
A Night at the Museum is a fantastic evening of discovery and fun for all ages, held after hours at Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Discover Stanthorpe’s fabulous 10-day Apple & Grape Harvest Festival - it’s a delicious celebration of regional produce
Planning your Brisbane wedding? Then don't miss the free Brisbane Wedding Trail, a must-attend for engaged couples
Queensland-based artist Carlos Barrios returns to Mitchell Fine Art in Fortitude Valley with his solo exhibition, ‘Heart Songs’
Two of Australia’s most celebrated performers, Damien Leith and Darren Coggan unite on stage to honour the timeless songwriting legacy of John Lennon and Paul McCartney
Cluedo, the game of whodunnit that’s gripped generations is stepping off the board and onto the stage!
Enjoy an evening of heritage, stories, collaboration, and community after dark at the Queensland Maritime Museum, with the first Twilight Event of 2026
Powerful stories of community, culture and Country come alive in a bold new exhibition at Museum of Brisbane
Take a drive down memory lane with State Library's fabulous free summer exhibition, celebrating our connection to cars throughout the years
Part art show, part playground, Brisbane Powerhouse has transformed into a hole new world with this immersive mini golf experience
Little Sparks is a great opportunity for children under 5 years old and their carers to explore science through play, hands-on discovery
A world-leading conservation project and free exhibition showcasing a collection of artworks by iconic Indian artist Raja Ravi Varma’s
The jaw snapping exhibition focused on one of the most formidable predators on Earth is now showing at Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Museum of Brisbane presents Shimmer, a very special Artist in Residence exhibition by one of Australia’s most dynamic artists
Archie Moore's kith and kin has made its Australian premiere at GOMA, the first time the artwork has been displayed since winning the Golden Lion Award
Museum of Brisbane invites audiences to rediscover the largely forgotten suburb of Cribb Island
Olafur Eliasson: Presence is an expansive exhibition by Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson featuring major new installations, photography, and sculpture
Brisbane’s longest-running cabaret show, Blanc de Blanc Encore, has extended its season to 19 April due to popular demand!
Step into a world of energy, creativity, and discovery with Move It! - the ultimate hands-on exhibition
Downward dog meets puppy love with Puppy Yoga + Brunch at Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre
After a decade of captivating over 2.8 million visitors across 35 cities, The Art of Banksy Chapter 2 has made its global premiere

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