Step into nature - Community walking group

Saturday, August 1, 2026, 9:30 – 11:30am
Our new community walking group is a relaxed, social way to explore Brisbane’s beautiful parks and green spaces.Walking in a group is a safe and supportive way to explore bushland, especially for those who may be unfamiliar with the area or prefer not to walk alone. Along the way, you might pick up interesting facts about local flora, fauna, and history, while enjoying the many benefits of walking, from improved health, community con

Sunday, November 8, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30am
They served. They sacrificed. Their identities and stories should not be lost.In the lead up to Remembrance Day, we invite you to join us at Anzac Square on Sunday 8 November for a free and informative talk exploring the important work of the Australian Remembrance Army (ARA). Special guest speakers Cate Walker and Katrina Trevethan, the founders of ARA, will speak about their voluntary work and efforts

Friday, November 6, 2026, 4 – 8pm
Join us for a fantastic evening of fun and entertainment for all ages at the Sunnybank State School Annual Community Twilight Markets Event! Save the date for Friday, 6th November, 2026, from 4 PM to 8 PM. You won't want to miss out on all the exciting activities and attractions we have in store for you.Activities and attractions:Fireworks by Smith and Li: Enjoy a spectacular fireworks display that will light up the night sky!Carnival rides: Thri

Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 10:30am – 12:30pm
Step into a workshop buzzing with ideas and the potential to transform your artwork into merchandise.Drawing on the diverse practices of the AMPLIFY ME! Outdoor Gallery artists, this engaging session explores creative pathways from concept to product. Hear real-world examples, practical tips and personal stories from artists who are building sustainable creative careers through their work.Expect a lively, collaborative environment

Sunday, October 11, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30am
Join us at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries on Sunday 11 October as author Peter Grose shares his book Yvon's Great Adventure.This is the extraordinary true story of how a French boy, Yvon Calmus, survived the final year of World War I and journeyed to Australia in the protective care of knockabout Australian soldiers. While the story is aimed at children, the tale of Yvon's Great Adventure surmounts age. It beautifully capt

Sunday, August 30, 2026, 9am – 1pm
The Walk 4 Hope is designed for all ages and abilities, with pram and wheelchair-friendly course that you can complete at your own pace. Join us as we walk together as a community to show people impacted by Huntington's disease that they are not alone.All of our Walks are approximately 4km long, but the most important thing is taking part. We encourage everyone to walk as much as their abilities allow and enjoy the day with family, friends, and

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30am
Join us on Sunday 9 August as we showcase the intimate and deeply human stories hidden between the pages of State Library's collections.Libraries and archives are treasure troves for wartime stories waiting to be shared. This talk, presented by Specialist Librarian India Dixon, will explore collections new and collections rediscovered, and detangle from the page and between the lines the remarkable stories of love, grief, survival, and war

Sunday, September 20, 2026
Pop into Anzac Square Memorial Galleries during the spring school holidays to create your own poppy suncatcher.Let's get crafty! Suitable for all ages, this free family-friendly craft activity is available between 10am–4pm daily from 20 September to 4 October (closed Saturdays). Bookings are not required, simply visit the craft table in our Post World War II Gallery.Facilitated by our knowledgeable team, this activity will

Sunday, September 13, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30am
We invite you to join us at Anzac Square Memorial Galleries on Sunday 13 September for a free and informative talk focused on the care and preservation of military-related items in your collection. Whether you have medals, wartime mementos, or other historical objects, this session will provide valuable insights into the best practices for their protection and longevity.This talk will be presented by State Library’s preservat

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Something festive is afoot in the woods… and we need your help!Our forest friends have lost their presents, and there are clues hidden everywhere, behind snowmen, inside stockings, and even tucked near twirly candy canes! Join us for a special Christmas in July edition of What’s In The Woods?, where a sprinkle of winter magic meets the joy of discovery.Be transported to a soft and cosy woodland, right out of a picture book, where each new season is full of na

Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 10 – 11:30am
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.
We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5sto join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play – all in a relaxed, fa

Friday, July 24, 2026, 10 – 11:30am
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.
We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5sto join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play – all in a relaxed, famil

Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 10:30am – 12pm
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.
We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5sto join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play – all in a relaxed, fa

Monday, July 20, 2026, 10 – 11:30am
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.
We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5sto join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play – all in a relaxed, famil

Friday, July 24, 2026, 10 – 11:30am
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.
We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5sto join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play – all in a relaxed, famil

Sunday, July 5, 2026, 10:30 – 11am
Pop into Anzac Square Memorial Galleries during the winter school holidays for a special storytime session for young children and their families.These special storytime sessions will take place inside the galleries from 10.30–11 am on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays between 21 June and 12 July, and include beloved children’s books such as Anzac Ted by Belinda Landsberry and Yvon’s Great Adventure by Peter G

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 2 – 4pm
Celebrating NAIDOC Week at the Visible Ink Youth Hub. Come and join in an afternoon of Sand Art facilitated by Nicky Newley-Guivarra and some bush tukka afteroon tea provided by Fig Jam & Co.Nicky is a Wuthathi woman and gifted painter. Her family heritage on her grandmother’s side is from Shelburn Bay Cape York Peninsula and from her grandfather’s side from Darnley Island in the Torres Strait Islands. She lives with her family in

Friday, July 3, 2026, 10 – 11:30am
Our Messy Play sessions are all about hands-on fun and sensory exploration using taste-safe, food-based materials.We create a welcoming space for all ages, with a dedicated baby zone for 6–18 months, a toddler zone for busy little movers, and during school holidays we also welcome over 5s to join in the fun. These sessions encourage curiosity, creativity, and confidence through play - all in a relaxed, family-frien

Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10am – 5pm
Experience the vibrant traditions of Mongolia at the Mongolian Naadam Festival 2026.Naadam is Mongolia's most celebrated cultural festival, bringing people together through traditional sports and games, live entertainment, authentic food and family-friendly activities. Everyone is welcome to experience this unique celebration of culture, community and heritage.What to expect:Traditional sports and games, including Mongolian Wrestling, Shagai (K

Saturday, July 11, 2026, 10am – 2pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
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Tuesday, July 7, 2026, 12 – 1:30pm
Evey Alexander is a young indigenous acoustic guitarist, vocalist and songwriter.
She shows her passion for music through live performances in a multitude of different spaces, adapting her sound to the vibe of the venue ensuring that her performances are enjoyable every time.This performance is in celebration of NAIDOC Week 2026!Evey will be performing on the Main Stage of the Queen Street Mall at 12-12.30pm and 1-1.30pm.
Venue: Queen Stree

Thursday, July 9, 2026, 10am – 3pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.Venue: Ko

Friday, July 10, 2026, 9am – 5pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Venue: Mus

Friday, July 3, 2026, 10am – 12pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Venue: In

Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 10am – 2pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
Venue: 

Friday, July 17, 2026, 8am – 4pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.Venue: Oxley Gol

Friday, July 17, 2026, 10am – 2pm
NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across our city and Australia during the month of July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC is celebrated not only in Indigenous communities, but by Australians from all walks of life.The week is a great opportunity to participate in a range of activities and to support your local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.Venue: Aborigin

Saturday, October 17, 2026, 4:30 – 5:30pm
Join curator Nicole Crosswell for an online tour of AMPLIFY ME!, Brisbane City Council's Outdoor Gallery exhibition.This special online event offers audiences a deeper look at the artworks, curatorial premise and the artists behind the exhibition. Through guided commentary and visual documentation, Nicole will share how AMPLIFY ME! transforms the city into a public gallery, bringing contemporary art, lived experience a

Sunday, August 2, 2026, 9:30am – 3:30pm
The Mt Carmel Community Fete is one of south Brisbane's biggest annual fetes that celebrates our wonderful community! Come and enjoy a host of culinary delights against a backdrop of fun and activity.Take in many stalls featuring fete favourites homemade cakes, jams and preserves, sample bags, face painting, baby farmyard animals, handmade gifts, pony rides, lob-a-choc, pre-loved books and toys, BBQ, greek dood and amazing rides for all age

Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 11am – 12pm
A commemorative ceremony will be held in memory of those who served and those who made the supreme sacrifice in the Vietnam War.This year marks the 60th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966. On that fateful day, one third of D Company, 6th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, were killed or wounded.D Company lost 17 soldiers killed in action, with another 24 wounded, one of whom died nine days later. An Armoured Person