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What's On in Brisbane in October

2024

Night Feast, Brisbane Powerhouse

From the return of Night Feast, an incredible exhibition from ancient Egypt, Australia Independent Film Festival and a Japanese magic bar to stunning light spectaculars, symphony under the stars and spooky putt putt, some top things to do around Brisbane in October:

Night Feast, Brisbane Powerhouse

Night Feast returns to Brisbane Powerhouse with a vibrant feasting menu of food, immersive art and live music

Sydney Dance Company

Sydney Dance Company

Australia's leading contemporary dance company makes a long-awaited return to Brisbane with a monumental double bill featuring

The skies of K'gari are lighting up in spectacular style with an all-new interpretive light display immersed within the natural bushlands

MAHO MAGIC BAR & DARKFIELD

MAHO Magic Bar & Darkfield South Bank

The fabulous immersive experience precinct at South Bank has been leaving visitors spellbound by multi-sensory thrills.

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival

Don your fascinators, as the Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival is back from October 12 at Eagle Farm & Doomben Racecourses

People at Archie Brothers King St

From September 15 to October 15, spend $30 at Archie Brothers or Strike Bowling on King St and score $60 in King St Cash to splash at your favourite King St venues

Recovered Futures Art Exhibition

Recovered Futures Art Exhibition

A huge exhibition showcasing 270 works from more than 180 artists with lived mental health experience will take over King George Square from October 4-10

The Old Rugged Cross

The Old Rugged Cross

This special one-off concert showcases the divine artistry of Emma Donovan and Paul Grabowsky, featuring gospel hymns and

Tina – A Tropical Love Story

Tina – A Tropical Love Story Brisbane Powerhouse

Be transported to a vibrant world featuring Tina Turner, tropical heat, big hair and dazzling drag for the captivating cabaret Tina – A Tropical Love Story

Rorschach, Thomas Dixon Centre

Contemporary dance meets the mind’s mysteries in Rorschach, at the Thomas Dixon Centre on Sunday, October 6

Australia Independent Film Festival

Audience in foyer of Metro Arts, West End

AIFF returns to Metro Arts showcasing the very best Australian & International short films, documentaries, animations and

Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show

Brisbane Good Food & Wine Show BCEC

The Brisbane Good Food and Wine Show, a must visit for Brisbane foodie and wine buffs, is being held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Symphony Under the Stars

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers,Symphony Under the Stars

Set in Toowoomba's iconic Queens Park, this floral-inspired Symphony Under the Stars promises to be an outdoor concert for the ages

Theatre Of Magic

Theatre Of Magic Rydges Hotel

Experience an enchanting evening of out-of-this-world magic at Rydges Fortitude Valley every Saturday at Brisbane's Theatre Of Magic

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail

The Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail brings together more than 40 artists across 22 locations, held over 2 art-filled weekends

Spooky Putt Putt

Halloween Spooky Putt Putt Victoria Park

Victoria Park's Spooky Putt Putt has returned from the dead for another round of frightful fun, with creepy clowns, zombies, ghosts and

Brisbane Emergency Services Expo

Emergency Services Expo

Are you ready for the storm season? Learn about what you can do to prepare at this free expo

Artist in Residence: Dylan Bolger

Dylan Bolger Artist in Residence

First Nations artist Dylan Bolger will complete a prolific body of work at Museum of Brisbane this spring

Career Connect Expo

Audience at Career Connect Expo

Looking for a new job or career change? Then don't miss the free Career Connect Expo at the Multicultural Community Centre

Bowies Down Brunswick

David Bowie

David Bowie fans won’t want to miss the annual, epic, fund-raising walk inspired by the star - on this Saturday

Herbie Hancock

Living jazz legend Herbie Hancock is coming to Brisbane, performing live on stage with his stellar band at QPAC for one-night-only

Australia in Space

Australia in Space

Australia in Space is an out-of-this-world exhibition packed with interactive and educational experiences for all ages & it's free

Lightscape City Botanic Gardens

Brisbane City Botanic Gardens have been illuminated in spectacular style with a whole new immersive Lightscape experience

Curtains Iona Performing Arts Centre

From the creators of Chicago and Cabaret is this hilarious musical theatre parody of whodunnit classics by Savoyards Musical Theatre Company

Discovering Ancient Egypt

Discovering Ancient Egypt is a fascinating journey through one of humanity’s most ancient cultures, now on display at Queensland Museum

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers 2024

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Celebrating 75 years, Toowoomba’s iconic carnival is back with an amazing line-up of floral displays, foodie experiences and

Halloween Ghost Train

Halloween Ghost Train

All aboard the Halloween Ghost Train for a spooktacular journey and dinner on a heritage steam train

Roaring Twenties Cinema

Roaring Twenties Cinema

Roaring Twenties Cinema gives Brisbane residents a chance to step back in time to the Golden Age of the 20s

Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon

Coco Chanel: the Life of a Fashion Icon QPAC

The rags-to-riches tale of glamour, turbulence, and blazing ambition, performed by Queensland Ballet, makes its Australian premiere at QPAC

Grafton Jacaranda Festival

Purple jacaranda blooms on Grafton street

With 90 years of bloom to celebrate, this year’s festival promises to be jam-packed and everyone’s invited to the party!

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Fireworks over Story Bridge

New Year's Eve Story Bridge Adventure Climb

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Fireworks view from Brisbane Powerhouse Vertigo

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The Others Concert Hall QPAC

The Others

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Ballet Theatre Queensland, Snow White

Snow White

A beloved fairytale will come to life on stage

Penn & Teller Concert Hall QPAC

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