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Brisbane Comedy Festival
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Brisbane Comedy Festival 2020

Australia's funniest comedians are set to descend on Brisbane for a side-splitting month

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Australia's funniest comedians are set to descend on Brisbane for a side-splitting month

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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 and festivals.

From the major touring shows and one off events to quirky fringe theatre and indie acts, 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!

Mother QPAC
Cremorne Theatre QPAC

Mother

Mar 4-14
Noni Hazlehurst’s critically-acclaimed production of Mother returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre after a sell-out run
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Brisbane Night Market Brewery Takeover
Rocklea

Brisbane Night Market Brewery Takeover

Jan 17-31
Some of Australia's best breweries will be occupying Brisbane Night Market this summer
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Circa's Peepshow, QPAC
Cremorne Theatre, QPAC

Circa's Peepshow

Jan 14-25
See the world from the other side of the mirror at this captivating circus show that turns cabaret on its head
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South Brisbane

Lifeline Bookfest

Jan 18-27
Queensland's biggest second hand book sale, the Lifeline Bookfest returns to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
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Water, GOMA
GOMA

Water

Dec 7-Apr 26
Water is this summer's must-see major themed exhibition showing at Gallery of Modern Art until April 26
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The Big Wedgie, Southport Gold Coast, School Holidays
Fisherman's Lawn, Broadwater Parklands

The Big Wedgie

Dec 14 - Jan 27
Bust out your best wedgie-defying swimwear, the world's biggest waterslide is returning these school holidays
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The Cross River Rail Experience Centre
Brisbane CBD

The Cross River Rail Experience Centre

Explore the Cross River Rail Experience Centre, Brisbane's new fully interactive, fun & informative family attraction
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Anzac Square & Memorial Galleries Brisbane
Brisbane CBD

Anzac Square & Memorial Galleries

These summer holidays are the perfect time to visit the awe-inspiring Anzac Square and Memorial Galleries
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Designer Rugs Summer Sale
Fortitude Valley

Designer Rugs Summer Sale

Dec 9 - Jan 19
Don’t miss your chance to save up to 50% off a massive range of handmade rugs when Designer Rugs throws its biggest ever summer sale
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Mi: Wi Playhouse Studio 1
Playhouse Studio 1

mi:wi

Feb 5-8
Contemporary dance and indigenous culture intertwine in this powerful production
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Must Do Top 10 Highlights

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2020

Feb 21 - Mar 22
Australia's funniest comedians are set to descend on Brisbane with their brand-new Brisbane Comedy Festival shows
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CO_EX_EN, QPAC, Brisbane, Dance, indigenous
Playhouse Studio 1

CO_EX_EN

Feb 12-15
Gain a fascinating insight into Aboriginal Australia when the riveting dance creation CO_EX_EN arrives at QPAC’s Playhouse Studio 1
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Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
Queensland Symphony Orchestra

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

Feb 15
Queensland Symphony Orchestra accompanies a screening of Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi in a spectacular show
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QUT Gardens Theatre

QUT Gardens Theatre 2020

2020
QUT Gardens Theatre has a bumper 2020 season planned, showcasing the very best Australian productions
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Band of Brothers Brisbane Powerhouse
Brisbane Powerhouse

Band of Brothers

Feb 20
Band of Brothers sees two sets of super-talented siblings teaming up for an evening of musical mastery
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So Frenchy So Chic
Brisbane Powerhouse

So Frenchy So Chic

Jan 21
French contemporary music royalty Nouvelle Vague return to Brisbane for a delightfully danceable edition of So Frenchy So Chic
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

CO_EX_EN, QPAC, Brisbane, Dance, indigenous

CO_EX_EN

Gain a fascinating insight into Aboriginal Australia
Feb 12-15
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

Star Wars: Return of the Jedi

Queensland Symphony Orchestra accompanies a screening of Star Wars: The Return of the Jedi
Feb 15
The Beatles Abbey Road Live, Fortitude Music Hall

Abbey Road Live

Abbey Road Live in Concert returns to Fortitude Music Hall
Feb 15
Gene Kelly: The Legacy QPAC

Gene Kelly: The Legacy

Join Patricia Ward Kelly for a fascinating look at legendary Gene Kelly
Feb 16
Band of Brothers Brisbane Powerhouse

Band of Brothers

Two sets of super-talented siblings team up for a night of musical mastery
Feb 20

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2020

The Brisbane Comedy Festival returns in February
Feb 21 - Mar 22
Mother QPAC

Mother

Noni Hazlehurst’s critically-acclaimed production of Mother returns
Mar 4-14
Tom Gleeson Lighten Up

Tom Gleeson: Lighten Up

Gold Logie winning comedian Tom Gleeson is coming to town
May 14-15
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