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Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of the Jim Henson Company

Kermit, Big Bird, Elmo and more have arrived in Brisbane, with the world-exclusive Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company now showing at GOMA

Kermit, Big Bird, Elmo and more have arrived in Brisbane, with the world-exclusive Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company now showing at GOMA

Keep up-to-date with the very best of What’s On in Brisbane today and beyond with our up-to-the-minute, carefully-curated guide to the performing arts, shows, concerts, exhibitions, festivals and events in Brisbane and across South East Queensland.

From the major touring shows and one-off events to quirky fringe theatre and indie acts and everything in between. If it’s worth seeing, you’ll find it here.

Plus, we host a separate line-up of What's On for Kids in Brisbane so you'll never miss a beat!

Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets

Get ready to jingle all the way to Beenleigh, with the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets returning on Friday 20 November

Kilcoy Experience By Batica The Westin Brisbane

The Westin Brisbane

Kilcoy Experience By Batica

The Westin Brisbane's signature restaurant Batica is hosting an exclusive dining experience, bringing together premium Australian beef and expertly matched wines for a good cause

people in Christmas costumes performing on stage

Brisbane Powerhouse

Cirque Du Sleigh

Nov 25 - Dec 23

Join Santa's naughty list with multi award winning circus company and their adults-only Christmas spectacular, Cirque Du Sleigh, at Brisbane Powerhouse

Twilight Christmas Markets Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

Twilight Christmas Markets

Get a head start on Christmas shopping at BCLP’s first-ever Twilight Christmas Market, bringing an evening of local makers, festive food, live music and a special visit from Santa

Summer School Holidays at Museum of Brisbane

Summer School Holidays at Museum of Brisbane

Dec 12 - Jan 26, 2027

Head to Museum of Brisbane these Summer School Holidays to enjoy a colourful program of hands-on activities, creative workshops and interactive experiences

Christmas Breakfast

Christmas Day Breakfast at The Westin Brisbane

Kick start your Christmas Day celebrations with a festive breakfast experience at Batica, The Westin Brisbane, in Brisbane City.

Cirque Empire QPAC

Cirque Empire, a dazzling new circus spectacular, is making its world premiere at QPAC's Glasshouse Theatre

Barbara Heath: Hidden Jewels QAGOMA

Barbara Heath: Hidden Jewels

Nov 7 - Jul 25, 2027

Little creatives can design their own jewellery, explore gemstones and get hands-on with art at Barbara Heath: Hidden Jewels at QAGOMA

Fortitude Valley

Smithsonian Starstruck

Brisbane is about to get a whole lot closer to the cosmos, with an immersive virtual reality experience set to transport visitors on an extraordinary journey through space

New Year's Eve at The Regatta Hotel

Cowboy boots, riverside fireworks and a four-hour drinks package – The Regatta Hotel is bringing a country twist to New Year's Eve

Tape It! Museum of Brisbane

Museum of Brisbane

Dec 12 2026 - 11 Apr 2027

Tape It! is a new interactive art installation inviting visitors of all ages to get creative with tape, transforming walls and floors into a giant collaborative artwork

christmas performance at QPAC

Spirit Of Christmas

QPAC’s longest running event, Spirit of Christmas, returns this December to the iconic QPAC Concert Hall

A crew shot for the MAD HATTERS TEA PARTY

The West End Electric

MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY

60 minutes of spectacular circus, chaotic comedy and glorious Wonderland madness at The West End Electric this December!

Applications Open Now

Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship

Applications close Jan 10, 2027

Applications are now open for the 2027 Vida Lahey Memorial Travelling Scholarship

symphony orchestra performance on stage

Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Don Juan & Manfred

Join the Queensland Symphony Orchestra for their epic 2026 Season Finale at the Concert Hall QPAC, Don Juan & Manfred.

Three people standing in sci-fi movie

Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Star Wars: Episode IV – A New Hope in Concert

Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the iconic cult classic at the Brisbane Convention Centre with this special live-to-screen event featuring the Queensland Symphony Orchestra!

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets

Jingle all the way to the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets

The Enchanted Garden

Brisbane’s Enchanted Garden is back at Roma Street Parkland this Christmas

Nov 20 - Dec 19

Twilight Christmas Markets Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct

Twilight Christmas Markets

BCLP’s first-ever Twilight Christmas Market

Aerial view of Milton Xmas Markets

Christmas on Cribb

Milton Markets are hosting a mega Xmas twilight market

people in Christmas costumes performing on stage

Cirque Du Sleigh

Join Santas naughty list with Cirque Du Sleigh at Brisbane Powerhouse

Nov 25 - Dec 23

Ready, Set, SPARKLAB!

Learn something new this school holidays with SparkLab at Queensland Museum!

Kings of Country Rock

Kings of Country Rock

Kings of Country Rock is a stage spectacular that captures the sound and spirit of America’s country-rock legends.

symphony orchestra performance on stage

Don Juan & Manfred

Join the Queensland Symphony Orchestra for their epic 2026 Season Finale, Don Juan & Manfred.

people on lawn at Christmas Market

Carseldine Christmas Twilight Market

Carseldine Christmas Twilight Markets are bringing an evening of festive magic

EDITOR'S PICK

Sherlock Holmes – The Mystery of the Valkyrie

The world's most famous detective is returning to the QPAC stage with Sherlock Holmes – The Mystery of the Valkyrie bringing murder, mystery and plenty of twists and turns

Sherlock Holmes – The Mystery of the Valkyrie

MUST DO

Don Juan & Manfred

Join the Queensland Symphony Orchestra for their epic 2026 Season Finale at the Concert Hall QPAC, Don Juan & Manfred

Don Juan & Manfred

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Nov 13-15

Oddities & Curiosities Expo, Taste of Love Festival, stand-up comedy, an Ipswich Art Exhibition and a stunning Japanese BBQ opens in Fish Lane

This Weekend Nov 13-15

Lighting of Christmas Tree Brisbane

COMING UP

What's On in December In & Around Brisbane

From concerts, world class ballet, stunning art exhibitions, Christmas in the city and festive dining - here's what's on in December around Brisbane

What's On in December in Brisbane

MUST DO FAMILY HOLIDAY

Big4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

Create magical family memories on the Gold Coast with a stay packed full of adventure, including daily breakfast, six fun-filled kids' activities and easy access to the region's biggest theme parks!

BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park

The Summit Restaurant

BEST OF BRISBANE

50+ Best Restaurants in Brisbane

Looking for the best restaurants in Brisbane? Then check out this guide for the must-do dining experiences from the city to the suburbs

Best Restaurants in Brisbane

The Gatsby Bar

Best Of Brisbane

Brisbane's Best 50 Bars

Whether you're after breezy drinks by the river, a stiff whiskey in an underground bar, a cosy laneway hideaway or a rooftop with views, here's 50 of Brisbane's best bars

Best Bars in Brisbane

A brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane