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GreazeFest

Australia’s favourite hot rod and rockabilly festival is cruising its way back into Brisbane for three massive days 

Read On GreazeFest

Australia’s favourite hot rod and rockabilly festival is cruising its way back into Brisbane for three massive days 

Read On GreazeFest

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!

Bonfire Night at Sandstone Point Hotel
2026

What's On in Brisbane in July

From Video Games concert, Night Feast by the river and art tours of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland to Abbey Medieval Festival and Bonfire Night
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Dopamine Land Brisbane CBD
Brisbane CBD
Dopamine Land
An extraordinary multisensory experience that will channel the limitless imagination of your inner child into reality
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Museum of Brisbane Walking Tours
Museum of Brisbane

Walking Tours

From architecture and art to design and history, experience Brisbane from a unique perspective with an MoB Walking Tour
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Crowd at Night Feast Brisbane Powerhouse
2026

What's On in Brisbane in August

From The Gospel According to Paul, The Music of Barbra Streisand and Night Feast to Australian Brandenburg Orchestra, the top things to do in August
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Soleil-Poolside-Night
Rydges South Bank Brisbane
Clock Off at Soleil
Fridays from May 8
If your ideal end to the work week involves a cocktail in hand and poolside booth, Clock Off at Soleil is set to become your new go-to
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Carraiges of Heritage Train Rides Woodford Railway at Woodford Station platform
Woodford Railway
Heritage Train Rides
All aboard the Woodford Railway for a Heritage Train Ride, departing every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month
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Vintage Silver Bullet Railmotor train
Silver Bullet High Tea
All aboard the vintage Silver Bullet Railmotor for a unique old-fashioned high tea journey through the beautiful Mary Valley
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Story Bridge Adventure Twilight Climb
Story Bridge Adventure Twilight Climb
As the sun sets over the city, the Story Bridge Twilight Climb is a breathtaking journey unlike any other
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Sundown at Skyline Cinema The Star Brisbane
The Star Brisbane
Skyline Cinema
Wednesdays
Skyline Cinema is Brisbane's most unique and exclusive outdoor cinema experience, located at the Leisure Deck on Level 7
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Elderflower Farm
Elderflower Farm
A place not far from Brisbane where you can pick your own beautiful flowers, surrounded by butterflies!
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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary's Nocturnal Tours
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Nocturnal Tours
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Australia's nocturnal wildlife with a twilight or night time tour at Lone Pine
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People lying on grass by the Brisbane River at the Sunday Sessions on the Green
River Quay
Sunday Social On The Green
There are few ways to better farewell the weekend than at the fab free Sunday Social on the Green at the top end of South Bank
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Flower Farm at Karinya in the Valley
Karalee
Karinya in the Valley - Farm & Flowers
A unique farm escape featuring a beautiful field of flowers where, on set dates you can PYO and enjoy a picnic next to the blooms
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Gallery Walk State Library of Queensland Brisbane
State Library of Queensland
Gallery Walk
Immerse yourself in art, culture and history with State Library's Gallery Walk - a fascinating, self-guided tour
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Picnic Train Bundamba
Bundamba
Swanbank Collier Train Ride
All aboard the vintage diesel train for a nostalgic return train ride departing from historic Swanbank's charming refurbished station
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Australian Collection Queensland Art Gallery
Qag
Australian Collection
An expansive reimagined collection of great artworks from our country is permanently on show at QAG
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Tweed Equestrian Queensland International Three Day Event

Tweed Equestrian Queensland International Three Day Event

Experience three days of world-class equestrian sport
Jul 31 - Aug 2
Ashton's Great Australian Circus Browns Plains

Ashton's Great Australian Circus

Step inside the big top as Ashton's The Great Australian Circus returns
Jul 31 - Aug 9
GATHAA First Nations Markets South Bank

GATHAA First Nations Markets

Experience the creativity, culture and community of First Nations makers
Aug 1-2
Dami Im performing live

Queensland Fringe Festival

Queensland Fringe hits the road this August with music, art, food and adventure.
Aug 1–7
Rogue Chef Queensland Fringe Festival

Rogue Chef

Chef Anthony Healy brings bold flavours and unforgettable dining to Queensland Fringe.
Aug 1-7
Crowd

On the Green 2026

On the Green at Clayfield College is back and bigger than ever, headlined by iconic Australian artist Ben Lee
Aug 2
Weddings & Parties Over Coffee

Weddings & Parties Over Coffee

Experience the beauty, wit and timeless brilliance of Bach
Aug 5
Second Coming La Boite Theatre

Second Coming

La Boite Theatre presents Second Coming, a love letter to Earth wrapped in corporate salvation
Aug 6-22
Vanessa Amorosi

Final Night Show - Queensland Fringe Festival

Australia’s biggest voices come together for Queensland Fringe’s spectacular Final Night.
Aug 7
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EDITOR'S PICK

GreazeFest 2026

GreazeFest, the iconic hot rod and rockabilly festival, is back for three huge days of cool cars, live music and kustom kulture
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GreazeFest 2026
People in cake class
MUST DO

International Cake Show Australia

From full day workshops to mini decorating classes, there's something for everyone at the International Cake Show Australia
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International Cake Show Australia
Luminous Lantern Parade
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do July 31- Aug 2

Australia's favourite hot red fest cruises into town, Ben Lee takes the stage at On The Green, Luminous Lantern Parade returns to South Bank Parklands and an American-style sports bar opens in the city
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This Weekend July 31 - Aug 2
Crowd at Night Feast
COMING UP

What's On in August in Brisbane

From Greazefest, The Gospel According to Paul, The Music of Barbra Streisand and Peaks to Points Festival to whale watching, the top things to do in August in and around Brisbane
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Wjat's on in August
DINING DESTINATION

Sipping and Snacking on King St

King Street has become one of Brisbane's premier dining destinations, serving up everything from award-winning restaurants and global flavours to casual eats, cocktails and decadent desserts
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Sipping and Snacking on King St
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
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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
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Best Bars in Brisbane
A Spectacular Barbra Streisand Tribute Hits QPAC
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