If you are wondering what to do in Brisbane for Christmas 2026, read our events, activities and entertainment guide for what’s on over the festive season.
Ebenezer opens in cinemas
The highly-anticipated cinema release of Ebenezer stars Johnny Depp as Ebenezer Scrooge in the new film adaptation of Charles Dickens’ 1843 classic A Christmas Carol. Out Thursday, November 12 at Palace Cinemas, Event Cinemas, Hoyts, and Five Star Cinemas.
King Street Christmas Twilight Market
Shop handmade Christmas gifts from curated local makers and designers at this free The Market Folk event on Friday, November 27 at Bowen Hills from 4pm-9pm.
Christmas Actually at the Powerhouse
Relive the musical moments from the film Love Actually with some of Australia’s top musicians and vocalists. From December 1 to 6 at the Powerhouse Theatre. For tickets, click here.
Heritage Lanes Christmas Market
A lunchtime Christmas market will feature handmade festive gifts from local makers and designers curated by The Market Folk. On Wednesday, December 2 from 11.30am-2.30pm at Heritage Lanes, 80 Ann St, Brisbane City.
Gasworks Plaza Christmas Market
The Market Folk Christmas market with festive gifting in mind. Saturday, December 5 from 9am-1pm, and Saturday, December 12 from 4pm to 8pm.
Christmas twilight pop-up market
The Vend Christmas market features pop-up stalls, cocktails, Christmas dinner and face painting. On Sunday, December 6 from 4pm-9pm at Vend, 289 Ipswich Rd, Annerley.
Sandstone Point Christmas Carnival
Christmas markets, food trucks, live music, family entertainment, kids’ rides, and a visit from Santa and his real-life reindeer. Sunday, December 13 from 1pm, Sandstone Point Hotel. For tickets click here.
Love Actually in Concert
Watch the movie on the big screen while a live orchestra accompanies the soundtrack. On Monday, December 14 from 7.30pm at the Convention & Exhibition Centre. For tickets, click here.
Brisbane City
Watch roving entertainment in the Queen St Mall throughout December with pop-up performances, street buskers, dancers and carollers.
BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Market sells locally crafted goods, festive treats, and on-site food trucks. Friday, December 18 from 4pm-9pm at King George Square.
Handmade Markets
BrisStyle Handmade markets will host a lineup of local artisans selling ceramics and jewellery, art, and textiles at Queensland Museum’s Whale Mall on Saturday, December 19 from 10am-3pm.
Sirromet Christmas Markets
An evening of Christmas market stalls, food trucks and live entertainment on the Sirromet estate. Saturday, December 19 from 3.30pm-8pm. Tickets $10.
Portside Markets
Handmade festive gifts at The Market Folk’s twilight Christmas Market. On Saturday, December 19 at Portside Wharf from 4pm to 8pm.
QPAC Christmas Program which includes Nutcracker, A Christmas Carol, Spirit of Christmas
After 14 years the Queensland Ballet has reimagined The Nutcracker with fresh characters, sumptuous costumes, and breathtaking sets set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. From December 9-19 at the Glasshouse Theatre. For tickets, click here.
Charles Dickens’ timeless tale A Christmas Carol returns for its ninth season from December 12-24 at The Playhouse. For tickets, click here.
The Spirit of Christmas is QPAC’s longest running event. Join for everyone’s favourite Christmas carols supported by a full orchestra. From December 18-19 at QPAC Concert Hall. For tickets, click here.
Christmas Spectacular
This festive event features circus acts, high-energy dance and magic against a backdrop of holiday hits. On Wednesday, December 23 at 2pm and again at 6.30pm at the Fortitude Valley Music Hall. For tickets, click here.
