Celebrate Christmas in Brisbane

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Experience the magic of Christmas, as the city comes alive with a stellar line-up of festive events. From dazzling light installations to magical performances, carols and an enchanting tiny doors adventure, there’s something sure to delight the whole family.

Art & culture 

WICKED | NOW – 24 NOV
Broadway’s biggest blockbuster WICKED comes to Brisbane from September for a wickedly good display of music and storytelling! Watch this dazzling retelling of the Land of Oz with original music and magical performances on stage at QPAC.

THE 11TH ASIA PACIFIC TRIENNIAL OF CONTEMPORARY ART | 30 NOV - 26 APR 2025
Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA’s) flagship exhibition series will feature over 70 projects, encompassing the works of over 200 artists, makers and thinkers from across Australia, Asia and the Pacific.

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE – IN CONCERT | 5 – 8 DEC 
Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved Pirates of Penzance are sailing into Brisbane in a brand new, semi-staged concert production at QPAC. With the tongue-twisting Major-General, the rabble-rousing Pirate King, newly-imagined young lovers, daring daughters, footloose pirates and fleet-footed police, there’s a shipload of musical comedy delights.

DEREK DEANE’S THE LADY OF THE CAMELLIAS | 5 – 8 DEC
Join Queensland Ballet for Derek Deane’s The Lady of the Camellias, telling the glittering tale of Parisian love and tragedy. Celebrating literature, love and art through lyrical dance, don’t miss this beautiful and brazen story, in a season exclusive to Brisbane.

THE NUTCRACKER | 12 – 20 DEC 
A sparkling winter wonderland awaits in the delightful holiday ballet, The Nutcracker. With charming characters, glittering costumes, beautiful music and plenty of magic, The Nutcracker is the perfect festive tradition for families of all ages.

DISCOVERING ANCIENT EGYPT | NOW - 7 AUG 2025
Journey back through time to explore the mysteries, artistry and rituals from one of the world's most captivating civilisations in Discovering Ancient Egypt at Queensland Museum. This remarkable exhibition from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities (Rijksmuseum van Oudheden) offers a rare glimpse into the culture, daily life and beliefs practiced in ancient Egypt.

Foodie favourites & festivals

STRADDIE OYSTER FESTIVAL | 23 NOV 
Join in a celebration of local and fresh oysters and prawns at North Stradbroke Island/ Minjerribah, at Straddie Oyster Festival where live entertainment, market stalls, mud crab races, face painting and entertainment for the kids makes for a great family day out.

WYNNUM FRINGE FESTIVAL | 19 – 26 DEC 
Wynnum Fringe transforms Brisbane's bayside into a unique stage, showcasing the best in non-mainstream arts, entertainment and cultural experiences. From waterfront stage shows, to authentic venues creating an uplifting carnival atmosphere with street design, lighting, food trucks and activations, Wynnum Fringe excites and delights the senses.

WOODFORD FOLK FESTIVAL | 26 DEC – 1 JAN
The vibrant arts and cultural Woodford Folk Festival’s is back for another year of sensational performances, great food, powerful ceremonies and new experiences. The program is filled with music, dance, cabaret, circus, comedy, workshops, street theatre, films, children’s program and specialty presentations.

WILDLANDS FESTIVAL | 31 DEC
Leave the world behind at Wildlands Festival on New Years Eve at the Brisbane Showgrounds. Intrigue your senses and discover the very best in dance, electronic, indie and hip-hop from around the world. Featuring Fisher, Ice Spice and Chase & Status, kickstart 2025 with your best friends by your side as you dance the night away.

Family fun 

BLUEY’S WORLD | NOW – 27 APR
Bluey’s World is a one-of-a-kind immersive experience at the Northshore Pavilion in Brisbane, Queensland, where you can play the Bluey way - for real life! Embark on a brand-new immersive journey with Bluey, Bingo, Mum and Dad in their iconic Queenslander home, backyard and beyond. Explore your favourite rooms, play interactive games, and keep your eyes peeled for surprises around every corner…and maybe even a Longdog or two!

SPRING INTO THE CITY | NOV
From the latest spring/summer collections at your favourite shopping destinations, to the newest restaurants and bars, The City is your one-stop destination to shop, dine and play.

GIGS & PICNICS | ONGOING
Get ready to soak up the vibrant atmosphere with the return of Gigs & Picnics - a free event nestled in the City Botanic Gardens. Join us from 12-4pm on the last Saturday of March to May and August to October for an unforgettable experience of free live music and delicious food trucks, thanks to City Sounds, Australia’s largest and longest-running free live music program. 

Sporting events

MEN’S 1ST T20I VS PAKISTAN | 14 NOV
Featuring some of the world’s best players, the Australia and Pakistan cricket teams will be playing in a nail-biting game at The Gabba, purchase your tickets today!

BMW AUSTRALIAN PGA CHAMPIONSHIP | 21 - 24 NOV
Taking place at the Royal Queensland Golf Club, this year’s championship will see the nation’s top golfers compete in an epic four-day event with some of the best players from both Australia and Worldwide partaking.

AUSTRALIA VS BRAZIL WOMENS INTERNATIONAL FOOTBALL | 28 NOV
The Matildas are coming to Brisbane! Taking on Brazil at Suncorp Stadium, the atmosphere is going to be buzzing. Whether you can grab up some tickets or you head to one of our iconic sport bars, this is going to be a game with atmosphere you don’t want to miss.

BASKETBALL AUSTRALIA - AUSTRALIAN SCHOOL CHAMPIONSHIPS | 1 – 6 DEC 
The Australian School Championships pinnacle event for school basketball in Australia is back in a weeklong competition! Offering both 3x3 and 5v5 event formats, the Australian School Championships hosts competitions where all schools can enter a team, and the 5v5 format consists of the Championship Competition and Participation Division.

BRISBANE ROAR FC VS MELBOURNE CITY FC | 6 DEC 
This is a game you won’t want to miss! Witness the action of the Brisbane Roar FC as they take on Melbourne City FC in Round 7 of the 2024-25 Isuzu Ute A-League Season at Suncorp Stadium.

CHEMIST WAREHOUSE AUSTRALIAN ALL SCHOOLS' ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS | 6 – 8 DEC 
The Chemist Warehouse Australian All Schools Athletics Championships is the pinnacle event for school-aged athletes, and provides a platform for students to compete against their peers, chase personal bests and achieve national recognition hosted at QSAC (Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre).

NRMA INSURANCE BRISBANE TEST V INDIA Cricket | 13 – 17 DEC 
Don't miss Australia take on India at The Gabba in this iconic Brisbane Test! Lock in your seats to see the World Champion Australian Men’s team take on the might of India in the NRMA Insurance Brisbane Test. This is sure to be unmissable cricket.

BRISBANE INTERNATIONAL TENNIS | 29 DEC – 5 JAN
World-class tennis is back in Queensland for the summer of 2024-2025 with the return of the beloved Brisbane International. The combined WTA 500 and ATP 250 tournament will feature at the Queensland Tennis Centre with tickets on sale now.

BRISBANES BULLETS | VARIOUS TIMINGS
Don’t miss the chance to cheer on the Brisbane Bullets as they compete in the NBL 2024/2025 season at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre. From the family-friendly pre-game precinct to in-game entertainment, there’s no shortage of fun both on and off the court.

COMMBANK WOMEN’S 1ST ODI V INDIA | VARIOUS TIMINGS
Don’t miss this epic showdown as one of cricket’s growing rivalries enters another chapter with Australia taking on India in the CommBank Women’s One Day International series.