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Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 6 – 11pm
A blend of Christmas traditions and cutting-edge technology, Sono Lumo returns with a vibrant celebration of the festive season. As dusk falls, a dazzling audiovisual show will transform Queen's Wharf Brisbane into magical, immersive Christmas festival of sound and light set in a steampunk-inspired world.Over ten nights from 10-21 December (excluding 15 and 16 December), this experience will feature the finest electronically infused music, d

Given & Latrobe Terraces, PaddingtonFriday, December 5, 2025, 4 – 8pm
Paddington's favourite Christmas event is back! Join us for late night Christmas shopping & dining, family fun and market stalls along Given and Latrobe Terraces.
Primary event type: Family eventsEvent type: Christmas, Family events, MarketsAge range: Kids, Teens, Young adults, Adults (30+), SeniorsCost: FreeAge: All agesBookings: Bookings are not required.Bookings req

Monday, December 15, 2025, 12 – 2pm
Hear the melodic voices of the Underground Opera as they enchant you with a heart-warming repertoire of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols. Set against the festive backdrop of the city, these special lunchtime performances bring joy, nostalgia, and holiday cheer to your day. Take a break from shopping or the office, gather with friends and family, and let the soaring harmonies transport you into the spirit of Christmas.When: 15-

Saturday, December 6, 2025, 12 – 2pm
Rhett Marrow and Jason Gray are beloved Queenslanders who know how to delight a crowd of all ages with the circus and magic skills. Bring the family and have an afternoon of laughter and awe over the Christmas holidays!Where: Queen Street Mall stage.When: Every Saturday and Sunday in December (6-7, 13-14 and 20-21 December).Times: 12pm and 1pm.
Venue: Queen Street Mall, Brisbane CityVenue address: Queen Street Mal

Friday, December 5, 2025, 5 – 8pm
Choreographed and brought to life by Paradox Dance Company, join the adventures of a young girl who drifts off into a magical dreamscape on Christmas Eve. Along her journey she encounters a mix of fairytale Christmas figures that help discovers that the true spirit of Christmas isn’t found in gifts or glitter, but in connection, love, and giving from the heart.Where: Queen Street Mall stage.When: Friday 5 December (openi

Friday, November 21, 2025, 6 – 11pm
See Ella Doye's artwork 'Teresa the Tasmanian Tiger' on the Howard Smith Wharves Art Projection, as part of Council's Outdoor Gallery exhibition AMPLIFY ME!Ella Doyle is a Brisbane artist and advocate whose bold, colourful works explore popular culture, alternative music and the world’s natural mysteries. Guided by her ethos “I believe,” her practice spans digital and traditional media, advocacy and sensory design, suppor

Sunday, November 16, 2025, 8am – 1pm
A local community market held on the 3rd Sunday of each month.We offer a variety of vendors selling a large mix of products including fresh flowers, fresh bakery goods, condiments, homewares, kids toys, clothes, pet treats, health and beauty products, gardening stakes, metal signs and so much more. 
Venue: Calamvale District Park, CalamvaleVenue address: Calamvale District Park, 31 Formby Street, CalamvaleVenue type: ParkPr

Friday, November 14, 2025, 10am – 3pm
Join Brisbane Visual Arts Community for their biannual Arts& Crafts Pop-Up and browse the handcrafted items created by our local artists from South East Queensland. Including, pottery, jewellery, arts and crafts, painting, textiles and much more.Join our holiday inspired 'Find a Snowflake' competition and win some lovely prizes from our member artists.Enjoy a cup of coffee or a cold beverage and a snack while you shop.Find unique gifts, s