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Updated: Oct 28, 2026

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Experience the best of Brisbane from sunrise to last call throughout Brisbane Festival at Festival Village, South Bank.

Start the day with First Nations-led Sunrise Ceremonies, and enjoy dawn choirs, yoga classes, river walks and morning fitness. Explore dance workshops in the Town Square Pavilion, discover roving performers and pop-ups, and sing it loud and proud at the Giant Singalong.

Throughout the day, a mix of free and ticketed experiences lets everyone find their rhythm, from family-friendly activities to headline performances in the Magic Mirrors Spiegeltent. As night falls, Bright Nights by ANZ transforms the river into a dazzling water-and-light spectacle, creating a full-day celebration of connection, play, and unforgettable moments.

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Image credit: Festival Village South Bank - Credit Sean Dowling and Morgan Roberts Photography

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Festival Village

South Bank Cultural Forecourt

Melbourne St

South Brisbane

Sep 4-26

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