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Christmas in Brisbane

Join us for a festive Christmas in Brisbane with plenty of free and low-cost activities perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

Brisbane comes alive this December with plenty of free and low-cost Christmas festivities ideal for the whole family.

See the Christmas tree at King George Square, drop by the Queen Street Mall for pop-up entertainment and roving performances or sing and dance along at a STARZ Christmas Spectacular show. Discover all Brisbane has to offer this festive season. For more information about Christmas in the heart of Brisbane, visit the Visit Brisbane website.

Looking for more inspiration? Check out our blog Free things to do to celebrate Christmas in Brisbane.

Featured events

City Hall Lights

City Hall is transformed into a festive display of sight, sound and storytelling. Every 15 minutes from 7.30pm to midnight, from 5-24 December.

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Couple at King George Square watching City Hall Lights.

Lord Mayor's New Year's Eve Fireworks

Brisbane's skyline will light up once again on New Year's Eve, in the biggest pyrotechnics display produced in Queensland. 

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New Years Eve Fireworks against the night sky over the Brisbane River in the CBD.

Brisbane City Christmas Tree

Brisbane City's iconic 22m Christmas tree stands as one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere, continuing a cherished tradition dating back to the 1950s. Bring your family, snap a photo and admire this magnificent tree, on display in King George Square until early January.

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