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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

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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

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

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!

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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Yatala Drive-In
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Oct 31
Yatala Drive-In is screening the 1970's cult classic and longest running musical of all time for Halloween
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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
Sep 13
All aboard the vintage diesel train for a nostalgic return train ride departing from historic Swanbank's charming refurbished station
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Poster of Brisbane Celtic Festival
Auchenflower
Brisbane Celtic Festival
Oct 11
Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture, bringing together the best of music, dance, and tradition at Moorlands Park
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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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Couple sitting at Vertigo
Brisbane Powerhouse
Vertigo
Brisbane's first vertical restaurant situated four storeys above ground has just opened, offering a unique, thrilling dining experience
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Night kayak on Brisbane River
Riverlife
Twilight Kayak Tour
Why not experience something different one Friday night and take to the water with Riverlife’s night kayak
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

WSW MEGA MANIA Fortitude Valley

WSW MEGA MANIA

Brisbane is in for a serious dose of international wrestling action
Oct 30
women standing in front of artwork

Open, Enclose by Shayle Flesser

Open, Enclose launches at Emma Street Studio this October!
Oct 30-31
Halloween Spooktacular Westfield Chermside

Halloween Spooktacular

Westfield Chermside is throwing a Halloween Spooktacular
Oct 31
Crowd at tables

Melbourne Cup Day at The Regatta Hotel

Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with flowing drinks, fine food, live racing and riverside vibes at The Regatta Hotel.
Nov 3
Melbourne Cup Day at Riverland Brisbane City

Melbourne Cup Day at Riverland

Melbourne Cup Day at Riverland
Nov 3
Melbourne Cup at Bar Pacino Brisbane City

Melbourne Cup at Bar Pacino

Swap the racetrack for riverside glamour
Nov 3

Melbourne Cup at Haig Rd. Bistro

Celebrate the race that stops the nation with a French twist
Nov 3
Melbourne Cup at Howard Smith Wharves

Melbourne Cup at Howard Smith Wharves

Melbourne Cup at Howard Smith Wharves
Nov 3

Melbourne Cup at The Prince Consort

Nov 3
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EDITOR'S PICK

2026 Let’s Go Explore Caravan and RV Expo

The 2026 Let’s Go Explore Caravan and RV Expo is rolling back into Brisbane Showgrounds bringing four days of caravans, motorhomes, outdoor gear and everything you need for your next great escape
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2026 Let’s Go Explore Caravan and RV Expo
COMING UP

What's on in November in & around Brisbane

From Spring Carnival racing and Melbourne Cup events to Supanova Comic-Con, blockbuster theatre, world-first exhibitions and adults-only arts and crafts parties, what's on in November
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What's On in November 2026
HOT TICKET

Into The Woods

Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel heading into the woods! Stephen Sondheim’s much-loved Into the Woods is coming to Brisbane this November!
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Into The Woods
HALLOWEEN

Halloween Spooktacular

Westfield Chermside is throwing a Halloween Spooktacular with trick-or-treating, a spooky disco, free face painting and plenty of family-friendly fun
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Halloween Spooktacular
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 brand-new Nutcracker is coming to Brisbane
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