Your Guide to Endless Fun: The best Spring and Summer events in Brisbane in 2023
As the weather warms up, Brisbane comes alive! It’s a time for celebration with a vibrant calendar of events to pique your curiosity. From world-class festivals, cultural extravaganzas, to family-friendly fun, there’s a fun-filled day or night out for everyone. [Cover photo: supplied].
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When: Until Sunday 8 October
Where: City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane
Tickets: From $28 Info here
Experience a multi-sensory journey of light, color, and sound at Lightscape Brisbane, a family-friendly event perfect for the school holidays! Wander a self-guided 2km trail through the City Botanic Gardens under glowing tree canopies, sparkling tunnels of light, and three installations unique to Brisbane. Don't miss this crowd-pleaser! Book your tickets today.
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When: Now until 30 November
Where: Flowstate, Southbank
More info here: FREE
South Bank's free outdoor fitness series, the Medibank Feel Good program is back, with a new range of classes including Pilates, Yoga, Zumba, Aqua, drumming circles, karate, and a silent disco. Bookings are only required for lifestyle sessions. Suitable for all ages and fitness levels..
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When: 4 – 29 October
Where: Brisbane Powerhouse
More Info here: Free entry
Night Feast, Brisbane's highly-anticipated creative and culinary spectacular, returns this spring, bringing with it a vibrant spring feasting menu, immersive art, and electrifying music.Restaurants joining the line-up include some of Brisbane's finest, including Gerard's, ESSA, NOTA, Southside, Bar Alto, The Green, and MAYA.So come and immerse yourself in a sensory celebration of food, art, and music at Night Feast this spring!
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When: October
Where: Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets: $250 pp
Vertigo, Brisbane's first vertical restaurant, is set to open in October 2023, offering diners a thrilling dining experience four stories above the ground. Guests are escorted to the rooftop, where they don safety harnesses and climb out to their seats to enjoy sky-high city views and a delicious meal crafted by talented chefs. After dinner, diners can descend through Brisbane Powerhouse or end the meal with one final adrenaline burst by dropline down the building's façade. Vertigo is a partnership between the iconic cultural hub and Riverlife, one of Brisbane's most experienced outdoor tourism operators.
When: 27 September - 25 October
Where: Palace Centro & Barracks Cinemas
More info here
The ST. ALi Italian Film Festival returns to Brisbane on September 27th, transporting audiences to Italy with a stunning selection of contemporary Italian cinema. Award-winning dramas, comedies, and documentaries will feature, timed perfectly to celebrate the start of spring.
When: Sunday 8 October
Where: Sirromet Wines, Mt Cotton
Tickets here
Grapevine 2023 returns to Qld, for the perfect pairing. Offering a ripe blend of top-shelf music, fine local produce, and grape times among the vines. Get ready to indulge your senses with a handpicked selection of local and international artists, while sipping a red or white delight with your Pinot Party.
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When: 21 September - 7 October
Where: North Lakes, Westfield
Tickets here
A circus spectacle like no other. Infamous is a sexy, thrilling, and hilarious circus show that will leave you breathless. With live singing, world-class specialty acts, and jaw-dropping stunts, Infamous is an immersive adventure that's like nothing else. From the thrilling Wheel of Death to the mesmerizing flying trapeze and a talented array of aerial acts, Infamous is sure to leave you in awe.
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Northshore Sculpture by the River
When: 7 October - 3 December
Where: Northshore River walk, Hamilton
More info here
Experience the magic of art and community coming together as you wander along Northshore's scenic riverfront. Admire sculptures that represent Brisbane's majestic river, diverse wildlife, and maritime history.
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When: 26 October - 5 November
Where: Dendy Cinemas, New Farm Cinemas
More info here
The 29th annual Brisbane International Film Festival (BIFF) is set to light up screens across Brisbane's cultural heartland from October 26 to November 5, 2023. This year's festival promises to be a carnival of cinema, with a diverse program of World Premieres, Australian Premieres, Queensland Premieres, and special events.
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When: 13 - 15 October
Where: Judith Wright Centre
More info here
Experience the passion of Flamenco in Brisbane. Authentic Flamenco, the critically acclaimed invigorating traditional flamenco dance show, is coming to Brisbane for a limited time in October Presented by leading global live-entertainment discovery platform, Fever, and one of the most prestigious performing arts institutions in Europe, Teatro Real, this captivating live dance performance will showcase the rich heritage of flamenco.
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When: 28 October
Where: Davies Park, West End
More info here
Celebrate 25 years of walking to fight MS! Join the iconic sea of lanterns at the MS Moonlight Walk on Saturday 28 October in Brisbane, or walk in your own neighbourhood across Queensland! Choose between a leisurely 3km, 5km or 10km walk, and help raise money to support thousands of people living with MS. Be part of Brisbane's community to get active, celebrate our great city, and light up the skies for MS!
When: 2-29 November
Where: Palace Centro and Barracks cinemas
More info here
The 2023 Cunard British Film Festival returns to cinemas in Brisbane,this November with a stunning selection of films from the British Isles This year’s line up boasts an array of dramas, comedies, true stories and documentaries, featuring several of Britain’s finest, much loved acting and filmmaking talents.
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When: 15 November - 3 December
Where: Wynnum, Brisbane
More info here
The Wynnum Fringe Festival is back in 2023, and it's bigger and better than ever! This year's festival will feature a diverse program of events, including theatre, music, comedy, dance, visual arts, and more. With something for everyone to enjoy, the Wynnum Fringe Festival is the perfect place to celebrate the city's vibrant arts and culture scene.
