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GOMA

During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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During its relatively short existence GOMA has quickly established itself as the proverbial jewel in Brisbane’s visual arts crown.

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Brisbane’s arts and cultural scene is thriving, with world class theatre, art galleries, dance and music, film and theatre as well as a host of museums and excellent libraries. Highlights are GOMA, Australia’s leading modern art gallery, the Queensland Ballet directed by Li Cunxin (Mao’s Last Dancer), Queensland Theatre and Queensland Symphony Orchestra and Brisbane’s unique indie arts centre the Brisbane Powerhouse. Brisbane also hosts first class festivals such as the annual 3 week Brisbane Festival and Brisbane International Film Festival and Brisbane Writers Festival.

South Brisbane

Queensland Museum Kurilpa

Queensland Museum, founded in 1862, is the keeper of the state's historical collections dating back to colonial times

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The Star Brisbane

Skyline Cinema

Wednesdays

Skyline Cinema is Brisbane's most unique and exclusive outdoor cinema experience, located at the Leisure Deck on Level 7

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QAGOMA in 30 minutes or 3 hours

Making a plan for your visit to QAGOMA can sometimes be overwhelming, so here's a list of suggestions that will help you make the most of your visit

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QAGOMA

Art Accessible for All

Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA) proudly champions access and inclusion - encouraging visitors of all abilities to connect with art

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South Brisbane

Neville Bonner Bridge

The Neville Bonner Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that links both sides of the Brisbane River from Queen's Wharf to South Bank arts and cultural precinct

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Spring Hill

Dods House

This unusual little town house nestled at the base of Silverton tower was designed by architect Robin Dods and built in 1906 for his brother Dr. Espie Dods.

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Newstead

Newstead House

Brisbane’s oldest residence, historic Newstead House, has reopened to the public for visitation every Friday and Sunday

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West End

Tooth Fairy Tiny Door

Hiding in plain sight, this tiny door is located in a bustling retail and dining precinct in West End

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Brisbane

The Bin Chicken Trail

Love or loathe them, and often referred to as Brisbane’s unofficial mascot, The Bin Chicken Trail honours them in a fun way

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Nathan

Brisbane Transport Museum

This museum is home to Queensland's largest collection of heritage buses and coaches, dating from 1938 to 1996.

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Brisbane City

Elizabeth Picture Theatre

The Elizabeth Picture Theatre is a luxury cinema in the heart of the Brisbane, housed in the stunning heritage-listed

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West End

Eastern Portal Tiny Door

This tiny door is located in West End, and it has a secret!

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Woolloongabba

Angelika Cinemas

Elevate your cinema experience at Brisbane's luxurious new film centre with SoHo lounges & enchanted balcony bar

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Banyo

Brisbane Motor Museum

A fantastic trip back in time and must-visit for motoring enthusiasts, located in a massive converted warehouse

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various locations

Brisbane Street Art Scene

Brisbane is spoilt with many vibrant street artscapes delivering a pop of colour & culture around the city

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Brisbane's Art Trails

Discover Brisbane's abundance of outdoor art with these 4 public art walking trails, each focusing on different themes

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festivals

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Woodford Folk Festival

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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Archie Moore: kith and kin

Archie Moore's kith and kin makes its Australian premiere at GOMA

Until Oct 18, 2026

The 39 Steps

A turbo-charged, Olivier and Tony Award-winning comedy smash

Oct 7-19

Camerata: Your Eternal Memories

Stories and music create the unforgettable - as Camerata has captured

Oct 9

Brisbane Writers Festival at Brisbane Powerhouse

Brisbane Writers Festival 2025

Brisbane Writers Festival has launched its 2025 program

Oct 9-12

Leanne Kenneally & Alex Raineri

One of Australia’s and Brisbane’s very own great lyric soprano, Leanne Kenneally

Oct 10 & 11

Ariat Warwick Rodeo

Bringing together the best of Australian rodeo, campdrafting & country hospitality

Oct 20-26

Milton House Spring Social

Milton House Spring Social is a four weekend pop-up bar

Oct 10 - Nov 2

Plantapalooza Plant Festival

The Plantapalooza plant festival returns to the Saturday Fresh Market

Oct 11

Waltzing the Wilarra

Step inside the world of Waltzing the Wilarra, a powerful, entertaining and music-filled night

Oct 11

Best Picnic Spots Around Brisbane

When it comes to picnic spots, Brisbane offers no shortage of stunning locations to lay out a rug and soak up the spring sunshine. Here's 8 of the best

Best Picnic Spots in Brisbane

MUST DO

Brisbane Writers Festival

Brisbane Writers Festival (BWF) unveils an exciting new chapter with a star-studded program of events, held for the first time at the Brisbane Powerhouse

Brisbane Writers Festival 2025

Crowd under dome at Eat Street Northshore

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Oct 3-6

From a 2 day CelticFest, The Veronicas at The Triffid. a stunning art exhibition and Oktoberfest at Eat Street to a mega country music festival, the top things to do this long weekend

This Weekend Oct 3-6

COMING UP

What's on in November in & around Brisbane

From Brisbane's top foodie night feast, Halloween at Eat Street, 2-day chilli festival, Melbourne Cup events and Supanova ComicCon to a free pop up riverside concert, what's on in November

What's On in November 2025