Discover Brisbane

From Asian food festivals, to pop-up riverside destinations and local theatre. We’ve got February covered with Discover Brisbane’s pick of some of the best events and things to do in Brisbane, and surrounding regions.

Feb 14

Feb 14 X Marks the Spot. Brisbane's newest and world's first Hotel X.

Well done Brisbane. You’ve just added another reason for locals to staycay and travellers to visit, with the newest 5-star hotel, dining, and lifestyle destination, Hotel X. The recently opened hotel is set to light up the night in the centre of Fortitude Valley and is InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Queensland-based developers Pointcorp’s, first Hotel X anywhere in the world.

Feb 11

Feb 11 Discover Brisbane's best picnic spots

Lifestyle

As Brisbane residents we’re blessed with year round sunshine (most of the time), which means the chances of making the most of your day outdoors, are high. Especially when there’s a special occasion, there’s no better way to spend a perfect afternoon with some special company, a basket of snacks, cold beverages, and your own picnic rug. From gorgeous parks, and scenic riverfront spots, take time out to explore Brisbane’s top picnic spots.

Jan 31

Jan 31 Introducing La Valle; the new wine bar and bottleshop in Fortitude Valley that also does snacks

Food & Drink

La Valle wine bar and bottleshop on Albert Street Fortitude Valley, is the newest addition La Costa Bar and Cielo family.

Jan 21

Jan 21 Darvella, The sweet patisserie that has people lining up at Bulimba’s Oxford St.

Darvella Patisserie is a sweet addition to Bulimba's Oxford Street, offering an array of flaky pastries , locally made swiss cheeses and handcrafted cakes.

Jan 6

Jan 6 Epilo, the plant and coffee shop you never knew you needed

An unlikely find, Epilo, tucked away in Brisbane Woolloongabba's industrial part of Deshon St, is a two-level former office and warehouse that is both a Plant lover's paradise, and a coffee lover's secret oasis.

Dec 28

Dec 28 Where to celebrate Brisbane's unmissable summer events

Prepare for Brisbane’s unmissable events this summer, as the city says goodbye to 2020 and welcomes 2021. From the Celebrate Summer series at Eagle Street Pier, through to the Gold Coast Star Casino’s Riviera on the Lawn, to the biggest music festival, with the Factory Summer Festival. It’s the perfect blend of ingredients for a cocktail of fun in Brisbane.

Dec 23

Dec 23 Discover Brisbane's Top 15 Major Projects of 2020

Brisbane is officially under construction. Everywhere you look, there is a major construction site underway. A city of 2.5 million, a region of 3.6 million, the city is undergoing monumental change, with 2020 welcoming the start of many new major projects about to come online. The video below counts down Brisbane’s top 15 major projects of significance for the year. Many have been “green-lighted”, others are underway, and some have been completed. The significance of a project doesn’t always mean the associated dollar figure, but more how it will impact the city.

Dec 10

Dec 10 The new Italian inspired muIti level Brisbane venue from the team behind one of the world's best bars

La Costa and Cielo officially opens in Fortitude Valley. Two new venues, owned and operated by some of Australia’s hospitality elite. The team behind Salt Meats Cheese and Eterna has joined forces with the crew responsible for internationally acclaimed Sydney haunt Maybe Sammy to create a multi level venue inspired by Italian Riviera

Nov 26

Nov 26 Discover The top 10 events you need to know about to enjoy Christmas in Brisbane

Discover The Top 10 events you need to know about to enjoy Christmas in Brisbane in 2020. Whilst this year’s Christmas program has been re-imagined, Brisbane will be one of the few places in the world where residents can get out and experience the magic of Christmas with family and friends in a COVID-safe way.

Nov 19

Nov 19 Choose your own adventure at Brisbane's newest collective of bars, The Prince Consort.

Food & Drink, News Events, Lifestyle

Fortitude Valley has a new collective of bars led by the heritage refurbishment and renaming of The Prince Consort in Wickham Street. More recently known as The Elephant Arms Hotel, The Prince Consort as it was originally named, is the famed gathering place that has fed, watered, and kept the secrets of all who ventured through since 1888, and now, thanks to new owners Tilley & Wills Hotels, it will once again take its rightful place on Brisbane’s centre stage.

Nov 11

Nov 11 Industry Beans opens a new coffee spot in Brisbane City

Food & Drink

Coffee lovers continue to be spoilt in Brisbane City with the new opening of Industry Beans Adelaide St. The latest venue is freshly brewed with a curated range of pastries, treats and retail products.

Nov 6

Nov 6 Your guide to Discover Brisbane this weekend and November!

Your guide to Discover Brisbane this weekend and November!

Oct 29

Oct 29 Joey's. The new Brisbane Cliff Side Restaurant at an iconic Kangaroo Point Landmark

Food & Drink, News Events, Lifestyle

What was once the former space of Bar Spritz, is now Joey’s; the newest Restaurant sitting atop the Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Boasting an impressive aspect featuring 180° views, spanning Brisbane's historic Botanic Gardens and City Skyline, Joey's is the perfect destination to sit back, relax and view Brisbane.

Oct 28

Oct 28 Felons has opened the newest Beer Hall in Brisbane dedicated to uniquely aged beers

Since its opening in late 2018, Felons Brewing Co. at Howard Smith Wharves has become Brisbane’s favourite waterfront brewery. With its ever-growing popularity, Felons Brewing Co. is thrilled to announce they are embarking on a new adventure that redefines beer and the brewery experience, by taking over Howards Hall to establish Felons Barrel Hall, where uniquely aged beers, a punchy, flavoursome menu and cultural performances are brought together in a modern Australian take on a German beer hall.

Oct 26

Oct 26 Welcome to Plant Vibes. A Vegan Cafe in Bowen Hills dishing up some delicious food.

Food & Drink

Plant Vibes cafe is a beautiful cafe in Bowen Hills Brisbane serving up some delicious wholesome vegan food.

Oct 23

Oct 23 Will and Flow, the new Brisbane over-water bar opening in November