Things to see and do in Brisbane
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Looking for more to see and do in Brisbane? We've got you covered! Use this page to see what Brisbane has on offer and to help plan your adventures around our city and suburbs.
Brisbane City Council is growing your lifestyle, so you can do more of what you love, including spending more time enjoying Brisbane’s beautiful climate and connecting with the people and places that make our city great.
Enjoy art and culture
Dive into a cultural feast this May with a host of events taking place all over our creative and vibrant city.
Gigs and Picnics
Grab a blanket, picnic basket and bring a group to enjoy an afternoon of Gigs and Picnics in the City on Saturday 25 May.
Street Art Festival
The festival’s two-week program will include live mural art, music, theatre, numerous exhibitions, creative master classes, workshops and more.
Botanica
Enjoy sunny days in the great outdoors at more than 2000 Council parks across Brisbane.
Indigenous Art Program
Take a stroll through Brisbane’s CBD to explore contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artworks.
Festivals
We're helping to bring festivals to life around Brisbane including community, arts and cultural festivals.
Markets
Pick up some fresh produce or browse handmade clothing and jewellery at one of Brisbane's many local markets.
Paniyiri Greek Festival
Brisbane's famous Paniyiri Greek Festival is back on 18 and 19 May. Enjoy the celebratin of authentic flavours, faces and culture.
Richard Randall Studio
Find out what exhibitions will display at Richard Randall Art Studio in Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha this month.
Creating more to see and do
Creating more lifestyle and leisure options in a city that’s clean and green means more opportunities to enjoy Brisbane’s beautiful climate and connect with family and friends in the places that make our city great.
Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha
Visit the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Mt Coot-tha this holidays. The 56 hectare gardens are open seven days a week.
Visiting natural areas
Want to visit our natural areas? See where you can mountain bike, horse ride and learn some tips about visiting these areas.
Brisbane Libraries
Brisbane Libraries are great places to find free events, classes, workshops and activities for all ages.
Outdoor gyms
More than 150 Council parks have exercise equipment, providing you an opportunity to exercise and get fit outdoors for free.
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