One thing is certain – Brisbane is a hotbed of cultural and creative offerings, festivals and events. Exclusive blockbuster exhibitions and inspiring theater productions sit alongside independent and emerging local performances, outdoor cinema, street art and intimate gallery and performance spaces. Lovers of comedy, musicals, live theater and dance head to the Brisbane Powerhouse and QPAC. The Queensland Museum and QAGOMA offer free entry to permanent exhibitions. Fortitude Valley and West End are go-to destinations for local live music gigs and DJs, while international acts visit the Brisbane Entertainment Center or Suncorp Stadium. 

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Feel the crowd roar at an international rugby showdown; browse through art galleries known for hosting collections from the likes of Warhol to Lynch; or unwind and unbuckle on the banks of the Brisbane River after eating your way through one of Australia’s biggest food festivals. Discover our jam-packed calendar of food and wine, sport, art and cultural events.(Brisbane City Council. 2016)

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The city:

The City offers a discovery in every direction. Home to over 1000 stores, including the largest range of flagship boutiques in Queensland, it is the state’s premier shopping destination. The Brisbane CBD is also a food and drink lovers paradise, with everything from burger joints and riverside bistros, to lane-way bars and hidden cafes, as well as the most Good Food Guide-awarded venues in Queensland! Besides shopping and eating there’s The City Sounds free music program, countless events, a cinema, a casino, parks, galleries, performance spaces and even a bowling alley.

Enjoy Christmas shopping at the Brisbane Twilight Markets under the lights of the Christmas Tree in front of Brisbane City Hall. Find unique gifts from local creators including a variety of handmade products such as home wares, clothing, accessories, jewelry, original art and ceramics.

Local foodie Jan Power hosts her Farmers Market every Wednesday in the heart of The City at Reddacliff Place.

Whether you are a busy city worker, Queen Street Mall shopper, or visitor, you will not only find the highest-quality, locally grown produce but also an exciting shopping experience with fabulous and exotic foods that are sure to delight.

So why not stop by during your lunch break or on your way home, and sample some of Brisbane's finest fresh products.

Aboriginal Fine Art specializes in art from the Central Western Desert region, the Kimberley and Arnhem Land. The gallery offers a diverse collection of historical, traditional and contemporary Aboriginal artworks.

It is conveniently located in the heart of the city on Albert Street Mall, between Queen Street Mall and Adelaide Street. Each sold artwork is accompanied with an Aboriginal Fine Art certificate of authenticity, an artist biography and an explanation of the painting and story.

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South Bank:

No matter what your mood, South Bank has a destination for you – lose yourself in the tranquillity of the Parklands, grab a bite to eat on Little Stanley Street, soak up some culture on Grey Street or relax on the river’s edge at River Quay.

South Bank is Brisbane’s premier lifestyle and cultural destination. Located on the southern banks of the Brisbane River, its 17 hectares of lush parklands, world-class eateries, stunning river views and hundreds of delightful events all year round make it the perfect place to relax and unwind.

 

The Parklands

South Bank’s sprawling 17 hectare Park lands is known for its expansive green lawns, towering ficus trees and colourful gardens. They are also home to a variety of family-friendly experiences and activities including free swimming facilities, The Wheel of Brisbane, walking tracks, playgrounds and picnic and barbecue areas. If you’re feeling peckish, make sure you visit the Parklands’ cafés, restaurants and takeaway shops, which are located at Stanley Street Plaza and at the Central and harbor View Cafes.

 

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Little Stanley Street

Little Stanley Street is a bustling retail and dining strip that overlooks the picturesque Parklands. With more than 30 cafes, bars and restaurants offering an array of international cuisines styles and atmospheres, Little Stanley Street is ideal for a causal meal, something more formal or anything in-between.

Aquativity:

Aquativity is a fun, interactive water-play park right in the heart of Brisbane's South Bank. It is specially designed to encourage families and children to come together and enjoy the outdoors. It celebrates the city's close relationship with the Brisbane River.

Aquativity features educational play elements referencing the river, and helps create an early understanding of the water cycle and its preservation.

Aquativity also highlights the native fish and mammal species of mullet and dugong, the interesting pattern of the river catchments and the importance of indigenous, environmental and urban elements of our relationship to the river.

 

Fortitude valley:

Fortitude Valley (or 'The Valley' as it is known to locals) has a well deserved reputation as Brisbane's home for one-of-a-kind fashion. With the mix of fashion designers, artists and musicians working within the area, it's no wonder that this inner-city suburb is inspiration for beautiful fashion.

One street within The Valley that continues to offer an array of unique boutiques is Ann Street. Here you will find arguably Brisbane's best boutique for innovative fashions - Blonde Venus. It is a rather unassuming outlet from the exterior but was the first to deliver the world's cutting-edge designers to an eager local market.

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Located in the heart of Fortitude Valley, 88FortyEight Bar and Restaurant is serving up modern Australian cuisine with a Nepalese twist for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. Cafe by day and restaurant and wine bar by night, this alfresco eatery boasts a wide variety of classic favourites, including Eggs Benedict and Chicken Schnitzel, as well as Nepalese-style Steamed Chicken Dumplings.

ART101 is a boutique art gallery displaying original artworks by emerging and award-winning Australian artists. Located in the Fortitude Valley art gallery district, ART101 is easy to access. ART101 also offers custom fine art framing and art tuition for all ages.

Fortitude Valley is a contradiction in itself – raw, yet sophisticated. It is where elegance and style meet grungy and offbeat, and heritage-listed properties proudly stand among contemporary buildings. The Valley, as it is affectionately known, was Australia’s first dedicated entertainment district and continues to be a hive of activity. Live music thrives and international DJs are drawn to the clubs and chic bars. The impressive Chinatown Mall is a hub of exotic Chinese supermarkets and restaurants. The Emporium complex channels a European village feel, James St showcases Australian fashion labels and Brunswick St is home to multicultural dining options.