arts & culture

GOMA building exterior
Editor's Pick

GOMA

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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Brisbane’s arts and cultural scene is thriving, with world class theatre, art galleries, dance and music, film and theatre as well as a host of museums and excellent libraries. Highlights are GOMA, Australia’s leading modern art gallery, the Queensland Ballet directed by Li Cunxin (Mao’s Last Dancer), Queensland Theatre and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane’s unique indie arts centre the Brisbane Powerhouse. Brisbane also hosts first class festivals such as the annual 3 week Brisbane Festival and Brisbane International Film Festival and Brisbane Writers Festival.

Angelika Film Centre
Woolloongabba

Angelika Film Centre

Elevate your cinema experience at Brisbane's bougie new film centre with luxe SoHo lounges & enchanted balcony bar
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Brisbane Motor Museum
Banyo

Brisbane Motor Museum

A fantastic trip back in time and must-visit for motoring enthusiasts, located in a massive converted warehouse
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various locations

Brisbane Street Art Scene

Brisbane is spoilt with many vibrant street artscapes delivering a pop of colour & culture around the city
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Brisbane's Art Trails

Discover Brisbane's abundance of outdoor art with these 4 public art walking trails, each focusing on different themes
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Brisbane's Secret Tiny Doors

Take a careful look around Brisbane and you'll find these secret little doors - on trees, in laneways and in the art gallery
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Mew Tiny Door, Crystalbrook Vincent, HSW
Howard Smith Wharves

Mews Tiny Door

Find out what’s behind this tiny green door hidden away in plain sight in a HSW restaurant
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Medieval Door, Fish Lane, South Brisbane
Fish Lane

Medieval Tiny Door

There's a new kid on the lane! This stylish miniature door that looks like it would be right at home on a medieval castle
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Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct
Kingston

Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

A vibrant cultural heritage and performing arts hub at the iconic Kingston Butter Factory
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Brisbane Treasury, State Library of Queensland, 1896, heritage listed, art deco
Brisbane CBD

Treasury Brisbane's History

Although the original building was first erected in 1886, the building turned 25 years old in 2020
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Wolston House
Wacol

Wolston Farmhouse

Wolston House is the oldest surviving residential farmhouse in the district, located on a property fronting onto the Brisbane River
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Mt Glorious

Phoenix Sculpture Garden

Phoenix Sculpture Garden is a contemplative paradise high up on beautiful Mt Glorious
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Amberley

RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre

The RAAF Amberley Aviation Heritage Centre offers a fascinating display of aircraft and insight into SEQ’s military aviation history and opens to the general public
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of Art and Archaeology

Abbey Museum

Abbey Museum of Art & Archaeology provides a unique opportunity to be fully immersed in history for a day
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Tara House
Brisbane Cbd

Tara House

An ornate Richard Gailey-designed warehouse built in 1879 for a bootmaker, which houses a grand ballroom on its upper floor
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Ormiston House
Ormiston

Ormiston House

Heritage listed Ormiston House, overlooking Moreton Bay, is one of the finest examples of a colonial garden estate in Queensland.
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Woodford

Woodford Folk Festival

There are festivals and then there is Woodford. The Woodford Folk Festival is far more than a festival, it is a state of mind.
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Salamander, Northshore Brisbane

Salamander

A trailblazing fusion of dance, theatre, art & music
Until Sep 24
The Gruffalo QUT Gardens Theatre

The Gruffalo

The beloved children’s fantasy tale returns to Brisbane
Sep 26-28
Vintopia, Cloudland, Fortitude Valley

Vintopia: Classically Cool

A blissfully unique and social way of ‘wining’ on a Friday
Sep 29
The Workshops Rail Museum

History on the Rocks

Uncover archaeology's secrets at this special event
Sep 29
GhMX Gaming, Hobby & Model Expo

Gaming, Hobby & Model Expo

Build It, Play It, Paint It!
Sep 30-Oct 1
The Sound Society

The Sound Society

Enjoy an afternoon of free, live music at Roma Street Parkland
Oct 1
Night Feast Brisbane Powerhouse

Night Feast

A sensory fusion of food and art set outdoors within a popup village
Oct 4-29
Ellen Fullman, Brisbane Powerhouse

Long String Instrument

This extraordinary concert features Ellen Fullman’s long string instrument
Oct 5
Albion Antique & Collectables Fair

Albion Antique & Collectables Fair

Albion Antique & Collectables Fair follows up the success of its past fairs
Oct 6-8
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EDITOR'S PICK

Northshore - The Place to be at Brisbane Festival

Northshore Brisbane is the place to be this month as it transforms into an immersive riverfront hub for Brisbane Festival
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Northshore - The Place to be at Brisbane Festival
MUST DO

Sep-Oct School Holiday Guide

Keep the kids off the couch this school holiday with these 25+ fantastic boredom-busting activities and events
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September - October School Holiday Guide
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Sep 22-24

From strawberry festival and Dirty Dancing in concert to John Lennon Tribute, Pink Floyd music at the Planetarium and a massive inflatable obstacle course
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This Weekend Sep 12-24
MUST GO

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns to the 'Garden City' in September for 30 days of flowers, flavours and fun
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Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers 2023
Spring Clean Brisbane
SPRING CLEAN

Brisbane City Council Resource Recovery Centres

This spring, clean out your cupboards and give your pre-loved goods a new life by donating them to one of Brisbane City Council’s 4 resource recovery centres
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Spring Clean Brisbane
COMING UP

What's on in October in & near Brisbane

From spooky putt putt courses, Frankenstein, 3-day Antique Fair & spectacular riverside night market to live music, moonlight walks and art trails
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What's On in October
The Pearl Jam Experience is coming to The Triffid
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