An inner-city concrete jungle has been transformed into a vibrant urban oasis with the rejuvenation of Hanlon Park
Take time out to explore Ipswich's many beautiful parks and gardens, including the oldest park in SEQ
For a gorgeous green escape without leaving the city, visit City Botanic Gardens or Brisbane Botanic Gardens
Whether it’s a picture-perfect picnic spot, a great playground for the kids, or a new scooter track, Brisbane is a city of parks
From outdoor gyms with views to Ninja warrior courses, Parkour parks and urban stair climbs, exercise for free in Brisbane
Play table tennis in the open air for free at these Brisbane parks with public table tennis tables
Brisbane's jacaranda season is in full bloom with the ornamental trees adding a burst of purple to parks and streets
Brisbane’s biggest new park in 50 years has started taking shape, with the golf course now a mega picnic ground with city views
Silky Oak Picnic Area is a beautiful green space of gently sloping grass, just perfect for laying down the picnic rug for a lazy day out in nature
Cool down at Logan Gardens' water park featuring totem poles, a pop jet plaza, and dumping bucket
Bunya Riverside Reserve, also known as Bunya Crossing, has a deep waterhole which is perfect for swimming, kayaking, canoeing and fishing
Sitting on the banks of the Brisbane River is this lovely green space which offers something for each member of the family.
Hugging the shores of Lake Samsonvale, this tranquil and spacious eucalypt treed reserve is arguably one of the best picnic and barbecue spots around
These splendid gardens are culturally significant as the only place in Queensland to have had a continuous uninterrupted horticultural history for 150+ years
On weekend afternoons this park resembles a village green in England as families, dog walkers, picnickers and sports players descend on the tree-bordered grassy expanse to enjoy the last of the day’s sun.
The showcase family friendly park on the northside, Kalinga’s drawcards are many.

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Enjoy an afternoon of free, live music at Roma Street Parkland
A sensory fusion of food and art set outdoors within a popup village
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Pearl Jam fans won't want to miss this epic tribute show
Sip sparkling champagnes and blushing rosés
Albion Antique & Collectables Fair follows up the success of its past fairs
Brisbane's original Oktoberfest is back!
Spend a leisurely day lounging & feasting at Victoria Park
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