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Things to Do in Brisbane This Weekend

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The markets, exhibitions, shows and outings worth your Saturday and Sunday around Brisbane — hand-picked, no scrolling.

Updated 4 November 2026 · events curated by Morning Post

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Until 31 Dec

Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends

🎨 Arts · Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Bank

Trace crocodiles across 130 million years with full-scale replicas and hands-on elements for all ages.

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Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane

🎨 Arts · Fever Skygate | Exhibition and Immersive Experience centre, Brisbane

Walk among life-size animatronic dinosaurs and discover prehistoric giants through interactive technology and hands-on exhibits.

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Horizon of Khufu: Journey in Ancient Egypt

🎨 Arts · Fever Hub Brisbane

Step into ancient Egypt through immersive virtual reality and explore the golden age of pharaohs firsthand.

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The Jim Henson Company: Make, Believe, Magic at Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)

🎨 Arts · Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Pl, South Brisbane

World's largest collection of Muppets, Sesame Street and Dark Crystal treasures exclusively at GOMA.

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Until 3 Dec

Communicate with Confidence: 1 Day Course in Brisbane

🤝 Community & Learning · Regus-Brisbane – Spaces Jubilee Place

Build public speaking and presentation skills in a supportive, practical one-day course.

Until 10 Dec

Introduction to Cyber Security: 1 Day Course in Brisbane

🤝 Community & Learning · Regus-Brisbane – Spaces Jubilee Place

Learn essential digital security skills in a focused day-long workshop suitable for beginners and improvers alike.

Until 14 Dec

Master Public Speaking & Presentation Skills: 1 Day Workshop in Brisbane

🤝 Community & Learning · Regus - Brisbane Riverside

Build confident speaking skills in a focused one-day session, perfect for professional or community presentations.

Until 3 Dec

Real Estate Investment Fundamentals & Analysis: 1 Day Course, Brisbane

🤝 Community & Learning · Regus-Brisbane – Spaces Jubilee Place

A focused day exploring property investment strategies, analysis tools and market fundamentals for beginners and enthusiasts.

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Brisbane River Sightseeing Cruise with Morning Tea & Lunch

🛒 Markets & Dining · Cultural Centre Public Pontoon, South Brisbane QLD 4101

Half-day river adventure combines city sightseeing, local history and a full lunch aboard a relaxed Brisbane cruise.

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Every Friday, Saturday 4pm-10pm, Sunday 4pm-9pm

Eat Street Northshore

🛒 Markets & Dining · 221D Macarthur Ave, Hamilton

Riverside dining destination with 70 food traders, themed bars and live entertainment across weekend evenings.

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Every Saturday 6am-12pmFree

Jan Powers Farmers Markets

🛒 Markets & Dining · Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Award-winning Sunday market where you'll meet the growers and discover Queensland's freshest seasonal produce.

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Sirromet Winery Tour and Wine Tasting

🛒 Markets & Dining · Sirromet Winery, Brisbane

Guided winery tour through award-winning vineyards with tastings of premium regional wines in scenic surrounds.

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Every Saturday 6am-1pmFree

West End Market (Davies Park)

🛒 Markets & Dining · Davies Park, West End

Brisbane's beloved Saturday morning ritual with local growers, food trucks, and artisan crafts in leafy Davies Park.

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Until 6 Mar 2027

XXXX Brewery Tour

🛒 Markets & Dining · 20 Paten St, Brisbane

Guided tour through Queensland's iconic brewery with tastings and behind-the-scenes access to brewing operations.

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Until 5 Dec

Candlelight Ballet: Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake & More

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral

Classical ballet favourites performed by candlelight in the magnificent cathedral, blending music and dance beautifully.

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Until 10 Dec

Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works

🎵 Music · Saint Stephen’s Cathedral, Brisbane

Experience cinematic masterpieces from Gladiator to The Lion King by candlelight in a stunning cathedral setting.

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Until 20 Feb 2027

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral, 4000

Classical string quartet performs Hans Zimmer's greatest film scores by candlelight in the cathedral's stunning acoustics.

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Until 22 Jan 2027

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane

Studio Ghibli composer's magical film scores performed by candlelight in Brisbane's stunning Anglican Cathedral.

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Until 6 Mar 2027

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral

Swedish pop classics performed by string quartet in the glowing warmth of hundreds of candles.

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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane

Experience Fleetwood Mac's timeless hits performed by candlelight in Brisbane's beautiful cathedral setting.

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Until 27 Feb 2027

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen

🎵 Music · Saint John's Anglican Cathedral, Brisbane

Queen's greatest hits reimagined by string quartet, performed beneath thousands of flickering candles in cathedral splendour.

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Until 28 Nov

Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

🎵 Music · Bond University

Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece performed by string quartet in an intimate candlelit atmosphere.

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Until 20 Feb 2027

The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute

🎵 Music · Grand on Ann

Vintage jazz tribute celebrating the legendary voices of Sinatra and Satchmo in an intimate Brisbane venue.

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The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans

🎵 Music · Grand on Ann, Brisbane

Immerse yourself in authentic New Orleans jazz with skilled musicians performing classic rhythms and soulful melodies.

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Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

🎭 Theatre & Stage · QUT Gardens Theatre, Brisbane

Classical ballet meets modern staging in this illuminated retelling of the timeless Cinderella fairytale.

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show

🎭 Theatre & Stage · QUT Gardens Theatre, Brisbane

Classical ballet meets modern spectacle as Sleeping Beauty comes alive with illuminated costumes and graceful choreography.

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3-Hour Walking Tour Through Brisbane

🌲 Weekends Out · Reddacliff Place, 0 Queen St

A local guide leads you through fifteen unique Brisbane spots on this comprehensive city walking tour.

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90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour

🌲 Weekends Out · Cultural Centre Public Pontoon, Cultural Centre Boardwalk, Brisbane

Discover Brisbane's story from the river with commentary on landmarks, history and wildlife along the way.

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Until 30 Dec

Alcotraz: Gold Coast's First Prison-Themed Cocktail Bar

🌲 Weekends Out · Alcotraz Gold Coast: Cell Block Two-Nine, 4217

An immersive theatrical cocktail experience on the Gold Coast where inmates smuggle spirits and mix their own drinks.

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Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise

🌲 Weekends Out · Kokomo Cruises, Gold Coast

Witness majestic whales on their annual migration along the Gold Coast during seasonal cruises.

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Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Tickets

🌲 Weekends Out · Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, 708 Jesmond Rd, Fig Tree Pocket, Fig Tree Pocket

Meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats and the elusive platypus at the world's first koala sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket.

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Every Saturday 7amFree

South Bank parkrun

🌲 Weekends Out · South Bank Parklands

Join 400-plus walkers and runners for a free 5km event every Saturday morning, no time limit.

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Until 31 Dec

SparkLab — Queensland Museum

🌲 Weekends Out · Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Bank

Hands-on STEM activities in an interactive zone perfect for curious grandkids and grandparents together.

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Sunset River Cruise

🌲 Weekends Out · Cultural Centre Public Pontoon, Cultural Centre Boardwalk, Brisbane

Drift along the Brisbane River as the sun sets over the city skyline.

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Surfers Paradise Sunset Cruise

🌲 Weekends Out · The Moorings, Gold Coast

Sail through the Gold Coast Broadwater as the sun sets over Surfers Paradise skyline.

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7 Nov

ABBA vs Queen by Candlelight | South Brisbane, QLD

🎵 Music · St Andrew's Anglican Church South Brisbane

Two beloved pop and rock songbooks reimagined by candlelit strings, with sing-along favourites from both Swedish and British legends.

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7 Nov

Jack Johnson | Brisbane

🎵 Music · Riverstage

Jack Johnson's SURFILMUSIC Tour brings laid-back beach vibes alongside special guests Ben Harper and John Butler.

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7 Nov

Tex Perkins and Matt Walker – Before The Show Tour | Brisbane

🎵 Music · Lefty's Music Hall

Two much-loved Australian voices share songs and stories in the relaxed, intimate setting of a Saturday night music hall.

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Sat 7 Nov, 10:00

Champions Raceday

⚽ Sport & Active · Brisbane Racing Club - Eagle Farm Racecourse, Ascot

Experience premium horse racing at Eagle Farm with general admission access to the racecourse precincts.

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Sat 7 Nov, 10:00

Family of League Champions Raceday

⚽ Sport & Active · Brisbane Racing Club - Eagle Farm Racecourse, Ascot

A Saturday at Eagle Farm with live racing, food outlets and a relaxed raceday atmosphere on the public lawns.

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7 NovGold Coast

Grand Diwali at Sea World Gold Coast 2026

🌲 Weekends Out

A colourful Diwali celebration on the Gold Coast, a festive day out the grandkids are sure to enjoy too.

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