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Brisbane's Unique & Quirky Shops

Updated: Jan 02, 2025

If you're on the lookout for the most unique and quirky shops in Brisbane - this list has got you covered. From vinyls to Harry Potter, archival books and nuts, check out this list:

Monty's

Purveyors of Antiques, Fine Jewellery, Watches, Collectables & Art since 1856, Monty's have occupied their heritage-listed shop

Mick's Nuts

Not much has changed inside since this shop opened in 1975, but the produce is fresh and bountiful and staff are helpful and informed.

BrickResales

BrickResales is a massive showroom open to the public that buys and resells preloved LEGO for a fraction of the cost

The Store Of Requirement

Wizards, witches and any Hogwarts hopefuls will be well-rewarded by a visit to The Store of Requirement in Samford.

The Cupboard Under The Stage

Book lovers will be over the moon when they discover The Cupboard Under the Stage, a hidden gem of Paddington

The Vinyl Frontier

An intriguing collection of mid nineteenth century design furniture and home wares

Archives Fine Books

Over half a million fine old books from all genres and eras are crowded into the ceiling to floor dusty shelves of Archives

Model leaning from car window GreazeFest

GreazeFest 2025

GreazeFest is back for 3 huge days of music, cars and kulture!

Aug 1-3

Clancestry - Illume

Illume is part of Clancestry, a celebration of identity and connection

Aug 1-9

Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races

Experience a day of family-friendly fun at the annual Teddy Bears Picnic at the Races.

Aug 2

Clancestry - Electric Fields

Electric Fields & the Queensland Symphony Orchestra will perform as part of Clancestry

Aug 2

On The Green

Kate Ceberano will headline Clayfield College’s On the Green in August

Aug 3

Circa & The Art of Fugue

Circa will reimagine Bach’s most complex masterpiece The Art of Fugue.

Aug 5

Explorers - The Age of Discovery With James May

A landmark live theatre show bringing to life the stories of explorers.

Aug 7

Lior & Westlake

Australian composer Nigel Westlake and Lior come together for 2 stirring performances

Aug 9

The Paramour Cabaret

Get ready, Brisbane — The Paramour Cabaret is bringing its big top of debauchery to town!

Aug 14 -30

Sunset at Moreton-Bay-Food-Wine-Festival

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What's On in August in Brisbane

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