Explore Brisbane’s Outdoor Gallery and public art collection. Find cultural events and creative opportunities.
Public art in Brisbane is an important expression of our city’s culture and creativity.
It includes sculptures, murals and street art that:
Available for everyone to admire, these artworks are easily accessible. Head to an outdoor exhibition in the city or explore public art installations across Brisbane’s streets and alleyways.
Council supports an exciting program of art exhibitions, events and projections.
Council’s Outdoor Gallery displays art in light boxes, banners, vitrines and evening projections across Brisbane.
The program transforms our city’s laneways, streets and car parks into imaginative and engaging spaces for everyone to enjoy.
From 30 November 2024 to 5 May 2025, catch Asia Pacific Triennial Kids: Outdoors. This exhibition features eye-catching displays made especially for children and families. The artists are included in Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)’s 11th Asia Pacific Triennial exhibition (Asia Pacific Triennial Kids).
Asia Pacific Triennial Kids: Outdoors is presented in collaboration with QAGOMA’s Children’s Art Centre.
Discover the outdoor artworks beautifying Brisbane streets.
Council's Public Art Collection showcases more than 200 artworks created by prominent Australian and international artists.
Ranging from streetscape elements to contemporary sculptures, the collection features artworks of cultural, social and financial significance.
Integrated throughout the city and surrounding suburbs, the artworks are on display for both locals and visitors to enjoy.
Explore innovative, socially inclusive and diverse arts and cultural events.
Take an art class, attend an exhibition or join in on a workshop.
Join Council’s Creative Register to receive information about creative opportunities, tenders, events and funding.
The register is open to artists, performers, producers and vendors.
When opportunities arise, we’ll contact you to:
Public art refers to artworks specifically created to be displayed in public spaces. These artworks are designed to engage and interact with a larger community or audience. They are generally accessible to everyone, regardless of background or socioeconomic status.
Art is a broader term that includes public art, as well as art created for private collections, galleries, museums or personal fulfilment.
You can find art made by street artists on:
Learn where you can see street art in Brisbane.
