What’s on in Brisbane for Christmas 2026
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.
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Read more15 October 2026Events
Brisbane secures conference with 30,000 delegates
Brisbane has secured a 2027 International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses which will attract more than 30,000 attendees.
The event is expected to inject $28 Million
Read more14 October 2026
Melt Festival 2026 expands with Dolly Parton Hoe-Down
In a celebration of queer arts, culture and community, the Melt Festival’s 2026 expanded program includes a Dolly Parton night, a high-speed sewing showdown, and Surf
Read more1 October 2026
Pasifika Vibes Festival celebrates vibrant Pacific cultures
The Pasifika Vibes Festival, which celebrates the cultures of the Pacific, will be held at Pine Rivers Showgrounds at Lawnton on October 4 and 5, 2026.
The festival,
Read more28 September 2026
CMC Rocks festival secures two-year funding deal
The CMC Rocks QLD country and roots music festival has been guaranteed State Government funding for the next two years.
The festival is the largest of its type in the
Read more23 September 2026
Brisbane Festival 23-day program is underway
The 2026 Brisbane Festival program is underway, featuring 23 days of performance and public art.
It is the first year of the festival under new Artistic Director Ebony
Read more4 September 2026
Funding deal secured for Gympie Music Muster
The Queensland Government has announced three-year guaranteed funding for the Gympie Music Muster.
The country music festival, held at the town of Gympie north of Noosa
Read more1 September 2026
‘Trendy’ Mahjong is having a global moment
By Aaron Teo
From designer tile sets and “mahjong parties” to growing numbers of clubs and classes, the centuries-old Chinese tile game Mahjong is becoming trendy
Read more13 August 2026
Straddie Arts Trail brings creativity and stories alive
The Straddie Arts Trail is returning for its fifth year later this month.
From August 14-16 visitors to North Stradbroke Island (aka Minjerribah) can enjoy art, design,
Read more10 August 2026
RNA to undergo multi-million dollar transformation
The RNA Showgrounds will undergo a $287.5 million transformation with construction to start in September, after the 2026 Ekka.
The major upgrades include a 20,000 seat
Read more5 August 2026