Here’s our updated list of things to do in Brisbane for Christmas 2026, in chronological order:
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.
Enchanted Garden
Tickets are now on sale. The 2026 theme is Night Flight, with seven immersive zones. November 20- December 19 at Roma St Parkland. Online bookings are essential for entry.
Milton Christmas Twilight Markets
Live music, kids activities and unique gifts. Saturday November 21 from 4pm-10pm cnr Cribb and Little Cribb St, Milton. Entry $4 and kids under 12 free. $3 for on-site parking.
Lighting of the Brisbane City Christmas Tree
Headline act is Jem Cassar-Daley. King George Square, November 27 from 6.30pm-7.30pm. Free.
Redlands Coast Lighting of the Christmas Tree
On Friday and Saturday November 27 and 28 from 4.30pm-8.30pm at Raby Bay Harbour Park, Shore St West, Cleveland.
City After Dark Markets
Christmas Edition at Reddacliff Place. November 27 from 4pm-9pm. Free entry.
Carseldine Christmas Twilight Markets
Includes a children’s disco, handmade gifts and festive food. Saturday November 28 from 4pm-10pm at 133 Dorville Rd Road, Carseldine. Entry $4 and kids under 12 free.
QAGOMA Christmas Design Market
Supports talented local artists and makers. Stalls will be undercover this year on Saturday, November 28 from 9am-4pm.
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.
Brisbane City Christmas Festival
Watch roving entertainment in the Queen St Mall throughout December with pop-up performances, street buskers, dancers and carollers.
Start with the five new Christmas-themed tiny doors that have been added to the city’s collection. At various city locations from December 1-25.
The Queen Street Mall Stage will hold two free shows – The Greatest Time of the Year on weekdays from December 4-24 at noon and 1pm; and Circus and Magic: Christmas Edition on weekends from December 5-20 at noon and 1pm.
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.
City Hall Lights
Watch animation projected across the façade with a new Meowy Christmas story by Brisbane author Melissa Elk. At King George Square from December 4-24. Shows every 15 minutes from 7.30pm to midnight.
West End Christmas Twilight Markets
Friday, December 4 from 4pm-10pm cnr Montague Rd and Jane St. Free entry.
City BrisStyle Twilight Christmas Market
Locally crafted goods, festive treats, and on-site food trucks. Friday, December 4 and 18 from 4pm-9pm at King George Square.
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols
Concert on Saturday, December 5 at Riverstage, with a broadcast option at Roma St Parklands. Tickets $8.50. Children 6-12 years $5, 0-5 years free.
Nundah Christmas Twilight Market
Santa will be available for photos along with roving Christmas performers, festive treats, street food trucks and unique handmade products. On Saturday, December 5 from 4pm-10pm at Station St, Nundah. Entry $4 and kids under 12 free.
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.
Danish Club hyggelig family Christmas
Celebration on Saturday December 5 from noon-4pm at 36 Austin St, Newstead. Registrations essential and close on November 30 at 11.30am. Tickets are $10-$12 and include traditional Danish food.
Tarragindi Christmas Markets
Includes snow cones, face painting and an opportunity to have your pet’s photo taken on Sunday, December 6 from 8am-noon at the Wellers Hill Bowls Club, 34 Esher St.
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.
Redcliffe Christmas Twilight Market
Santa will visit, but the fireworks will not be on because of nesting birds in the area. On Saturday, December 12 from 4pm to 9pm at Redcliffe Parade. Free entry.
Southbank Christmas Markets
Every day from December 12-23 daily at Little Stanley St from 10am-8pm. Free entry.
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.
Scandinavian Christmas Market
Independent stallholders showcasing their handmade wares and homemade delicacies on Sunday, December 13 from 3pm-7pm at the Polish Club, 10 Marie St, Milton.
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.
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.
