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What's on in Brisbane in January

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Installation at 11th APT 24 QAGOMA

What's on in and around Brisbane for the month of January, from a mega secondhand book fest & mind-blowing caberet and fab free exhibitions to enchanting fairytale ballet:

Lifeline Bookfest
Lifeline Bookfest, Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Lifeline Bookfest will return to the Brisbane Convention Centre for 10 huge days including an epic comic-fest section
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Penn & Teller
Penn & Teller Concert Hall QPAC
Arguably the world’s most famous magicians, Penn & Teller are coming to Brisbane for their 50th anniversary tour
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BrisAsia Festival 2025
Dragon dances on stage BrisAsia Festival
Brisbane's biggest cultural festival returns with a jam-packed program of 20+ unique experiences across 14 suburbs
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Blush
Leading cast members of Blush QPAC
Escape the everyday and join BLUSH for the sexiest circus cabaret experience, at QPAC this summer
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Operation Ouch! Live
Explore the incredible world of dinosaurs with TV's favourite doctors in Operation Ouch! Live on Stage
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360 Allstars
360 Allstars QPAC
BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more is what can be expected for the return of international smash hit 360 ALLSTARS
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Snow White
Ballet Theatre Queensland, Snow White
A beloved fairytale will come to life on stage with the world premiere of Ballet Theatre Queensland’s Snow White
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Li'L Elvis and the Truckstoppers
Cartoon image of Lil Elvis
The beloved animated TV series, Li’l Elvis and the Truckstoppers, will be brought to life on stage for its world premiere and limited opening season
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Maximum Madness: Art Inspired by Mad Max
Maximum Madness: Art Inspired by Mad Max
Calling all rev heads, cinephiles, and (anti)heroes! Race into the exhilarating world of Mad Max films at City of Moreton Bay’s free exhibition
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The Others
The Others Concert Hall QPAC
A boundary pushing creativity and collaborative improvision with Paul Grabowsky, James Morrison, Kram and William Barton
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Hooray for Hollywood
Hooray for Hollywood Movie World
Warner Bros. Movie World is rolling out the red carpet to celebrate all that is Hollywood this summer!
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Wedding Open Night
Couple just married at Walkabout Creek
Brisbane's favourite rainforest venue is hosting a special Wedding Open Night to give soon-to-be-married couples some inspiration and insights
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Theatre Of Magic
Trio of magicians Theatre of Magic
Experience an enchanting evening of out-of-this-world magic at Rydges Fortitude Valley every Friday and Saturday at Brisbane's Theatre Of Magic
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11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art
Artworks APT 11 QAGOMA
Immerse yourself in the most compelling new artwork across Asia, the Pacific and Australia this summer with the return of the APT
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New Light: Photography Now + Then
New Light: Photography Now + Then
The past and present converge in a mesmerising display of photography spanning 1890-2024, in this captivating free exhibition
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Discovering Ancient Egypt
Discovering Ancient Egypt Queensland Museum
Discovering Ancient Egypt is a fascinating journey through one of humanity’s most ancient cultures, now on display at Queensland Museum
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Neon
Kookaburra Cafe lit up Paddington
Classic neon signs from the 1940's to today, including Stefan’s iconic rainbow, are now on display at State Library of Queensland
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Dionne Warwick One Last Time
Portrait photograph of Dionne Warwick
Five-time Grammy Award-winning music legend Dionne Warwick is back to Queensland for the One Last Time Tour
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Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Kids at top of Story Bridge
Looking for an unforgettable family adventure? On school holidays, adults can climb at kids prices with Story Bridge Adventure Climb
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Queens Wharf Precinct Public Art Tour
Queens Wharf Precinct Public Art Tour
The City’ s most exciting new Art Trail is set against the sparkling backdrop of the Queen’s Wharf Precinct
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Deaf in dance
Deaf in dance, State Library of Queensland
Feel the beat at this captivating free exhibition at State Library, showcasing the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group from Far North Qld
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Day Out With Thomas
Day Out With Thomas, The Workshops Rail Museum
All aboard for a Bubble-Popping Adventure with Thomas the Tank Engine in Ipswich these summer holidays!
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A guide to what's on in February in and around Brisbane 

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Co.As.It International Women's Day Lunch

Co.As.It International Women's Day Lunch

Celebrate community at Co.As.It. International Women's Day Lunch
Mar 1
Andreas Scholl Bel Canto Festival

Brisbane Bel Canto

Opera Queensland's festival for the stage returns for its second year
Mar 4-8
Headshot of Cinderella Opera Queensland

La Cenerentola

A tale of heart and humour full of clever disguises, unlikely heroes, a midnight ball
Mar 4 & 8
3 women in dark clothes conspiring, Macbeth, La Boite Theatre

Macbeth

The Witches take centre stage in La Boite Theatre's reimagining of Macbeth
March 6-22
Speaker presenting at ETC MySmallBiz Expo

ETC MySmallBiz Expo

The ultimate event for small business, MySmallBiz Expo, returns from March to June
Mar 7
Exterior entrance of Old Museum

The Handmade Design Market

A conscious shopping event and a place to support local small businesses
Mar 9
Peppa Pig characters dancing on a stage, Moreton Kids Festival

Moreton Kids Festival

Enjoy a fun-filled family day at the Moreton Kids Festival
Mar 9
Camerata & Brendan Joyce: Schumann

Camerata & Brendan Joyce: Schumann

Don't miss Camerata's first mainstage concert for 2025.
Mar 13
Crowd of people at Brisbane Sake Festival

Australian Sake Festival

The Australian Sake Festival is heading to Brisbane for the first time in 2025
Mar 15-16
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