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As the jacarandas bloom and the days grow warmer, Brisbane comes alive with a fantastic array of events for everyone to enjoy. This October offers a diverse mix of family-friendly activities, vibrant markets, spooky season fun, and cultural celebrations across the city. Whether you’re looking to entertain the little ones, discover local artisans, or indulge in a culinary feast, something is happening in a suburb near you.

Night Feast 2025

Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm — Date: 15 October – 9 November 2025

Immerse yourself in a month-long culinary journey as the Brisbane Powerhouse transforms into a vibrant hub of food and art. Explore a tantalising array of pop-up kitchens, food trucks, and themed bars.
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Celebrate Diwali: Fireworks and entertainment in Town Square

Venue: Westfield Mt Gravatt, Upper Mount Gravatt — Date: Friday, 17 October 2025

Join the vibrant celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights, with an evening of dazzling fireworks and cultural entertainment. This family-friendly community event is set to illuminate Town Square with joy and tradition.
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Halloween Hologram Experience

Venue: Hologram Zoo, Cannon Hill — Date: 1 October – 2 November 2025

Step into a world of spooky, high-tech fun with this unique Halloween-themed hologram adventure. See ghoulishly delightful holographic animals and monsters come to life right before your eyes.
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Spooky Putt Putt

Venue: Victoria Park, Herston — Date: 19 September – 2 November 2025

Get into the Halloween spirit with a round of themed mini-golf that the whole family will love. The course is decked out with spooky obstacles and ghoulish delights for a memorable day or night out.
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9th Annual Barktoberfest

Venue: The Carseldine Farmers & Artisan Markets, Carseldine — Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

Celebrate our four-legged friends at this beloved annual event for dogs and their owners. It is a fantastic day out with special activities and stalls dedicated to all things canine.
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Riverside at the Gardens Market

Venue: Riverside Sunday Market, Brisbane City — Date: Sunday, 19 October 2025

Spend your Sunday morning wandering through this iconic market set against the beautiful backdrop of the City Botanic Gardens. You’ll find a wonderful selection of art, craft, fashion, and international food stalls to explore.
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Clock Tower Tours

Venue: Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City — Date: Daily

Take a journey up Brisbane’s historic Clock Tower for a unique bird’s-eye view of the city. The tour offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of one of Brisbane’s most iconic landmarks.
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Jan Power Manly Markets

Venue: Little Bayside Park (road reserve), Manly — Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

Enjoy a relaxing Saturday morning by the bay at one of Brisbane’s most popular farmers markets. Browse stalls brimming with fresh produce, gourmet treats, and artisan goods.
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Children’s Week Family Fun Day 2025

Venue: Teralba Park, Everton Park — Date: Saturday, 18 October 2025

Celebrate Children’s Week with a wonderful day of free activities and entertainment for the whole family. It’s a great opportunity for kids to play and parents to connect with local community services.
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Gumtree Kids Messy Play: Not-So-Scary Halloween Brew and Potions

Venue: Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale — Date: Friday, 17 October 2025

Let the kids get creative and messy with a gentle Halloween-themed sensory play session. They will have a fantastic time mixing their own spooky potions and brews in a fun outdoor setting.
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STEAM Sundays

Venue: Indooroopilly Library, Indooroopilly — Date: Sunday, 19 October 2025

Ignite your child’s curiosity with a hands-on session exploring the worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Maths. These workshops provide a fun and engaging way for kids to learn and experiment.
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Little Artist’s Eye Spy

Venue: Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City — Date: Daily

This is a fun and engaging art trail designed specifically for children to explore the Museum of Brisbane. Young visitors can follow clues and look closer at the exhibitions in an interactive way.
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First 5 Forever children’s storytime

Venue: Carina Library, Carina — Date: Friday, 17 October 2025

Bring your little ones along for a fun and interactive session of stories, songs, and rhymes designed to promote early literacy. It’s a wonderful way for children under five to develop a lifelong love of reading.
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Children’s storytime in the park

Venue: Frew Park, Milton — Date: Friday, 17 October 2025

Enjoy the beautiful spring weather with an outdoor storytime session perfect for young children. It’s a great chance for kids to enjoy songs and stories in the fresh air.
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This is just a sample of the exciting events happening across Brisbane. Be sure to check out the links for more details, book your tickets where necessary, and get ready to make the most of what our vibrant city has to offer. Have a wonderful time exploring these fantastic local activities!

As the jacarandas bloom and the spring air settles over Brisbane, the city comes alive with a fantastic array of events for everyone to enjoy. From spooky Halloween fun and vibrant community festivals to family-friendly expos and creative library workshops, there’s no shortage of things to see and do. Here is your guide to some of the most exciting happenings across the city this October and beyond.

Spooky Putt Putt

Venue: Victoria Park, Herston — Date: 19 September – 2 November 2025
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Get into the Halloween spirit with a ghoulishly good time on the mini-golf course. This family-friendly event features spooky decorations, creepy obstacles, and numerous photo opportunities for a memorable experience.

Halloween Hologram Experience

Venue: Hologram Zoo, Cannon Hill — Date: 1 October – 2 November 2025
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Step into a world of frights and delights with a unique Halloween experience using cutting-edge hologram technology. Encounter ghostly creatures and spooky scenes in an immersive adventure perfect for the whole family.

Oktoberfest in the Gardens 2025

Venue: Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills — Date: 11 October 2025
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Experience Australia’s biggest and best Oktoberfest celebration right here in Brisbane. Enjoy authentic German cuisine, a vast selection of beers, and live entertainment in a spacious beer hall setting.

One Fine Baby Expo

Venue: Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills — Date: 11 – 12 October 2025
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Discover the best products and services for bumps, babies, and toddlers at Australia’s most stylish baby expo. It’s the perfect destination for new and expectant parents to shop, learn, and connect with leading brands.

Brisbane Celtic Festival 2025

Venue: Celtic Nations Monument – Moorlands Park, Auchenflower — Date: 12 October 2025
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Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Celtic culture with a day of music, dance, and celebration. This vibrant festival showcases talented performers and brings the spirit of the Celtic nations to Brisbane.

Annerley Junction Fest

Venue: Dudley Street East, Annerley — Date: 11 October 2025
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Experience the vibrant heart of the community at this beloved annual street festival. Enjoy live music, market stalls, delicious food, and activities for the whole family in a celebration of local culture.

Brisbane Emergency Services Expo

Venue: Mount Gravatt Showgrounds, Mount Gravatt — Date: 11 October 2025
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Get a behind-the-scenes look at the city’s emergency services at this exciting and informative free event. Meet the crews, see the vehicles up close, and learn about disaster preparedness in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.

Aerospace Experience Day

Venue: Aviation High School, Clayfield — Date: 11 October 2025
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Explore the exciting world of aviation and aerospace at this engaging open day. Participate in hands-on activities, flight simulations, and drone flying while learning about careers in the industry.

Plantapalooza

Venue: Saturday Fresh Market, Rocklea — Date: 11 October 2025
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Calling all plant lovers to a celebration of all things green and growing. Browse a huge variety of indoor and outdoor plants from local growers and find the perfect new addition for your home or garden.

Forest Family Sundays – Bees

Venue: The Hut, Chapel Hill — Date: 12 October 2025
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Discover the fascinating world of bees with an outdoor nature play session for the whole family. Learn about these important pollinators through stories, crafts, and exploration in a beautiful bushland setting.

Storytime & Craft with Dannika Patterson

Venue: Harry Hartog, Carindale — Date: 11 October 2025
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Bring the little ones along for a delightful morning with local author Dannika Patterson. Listen to an engaging story reading followed by a fun and creative craft session inspired by the book.

Rainbow Families Storytime

Venue: Brisbane Square Library, Brisbane City — Date: 11 October 2025
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Join an inclusive and welcoming story session celebrating rainbow families and the diversity of our community. Share stories, songs, and rhymes in a fun environment that is open to everyone.

Nature Book Week Storytime

Venue: Mt Coot-tha Library, Toowong — Date: 11 October 2025
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Celebrate the wonders of the natural world during Nature Book Week with a special storytime session. This event is perfect for young children to foster a love for reading and the environment.

Manga and Anime Club

Venue: Indooroopilly Library, Indooroopilly — Date: 10 October 2025
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Connect with other fans of Japanese animation and comics at this engaging club for young adults. Discuss your favourite series, discover new ones, and participate in fun, themed activities.

Art Appreciation Group

Venue: Garden City Library, Upper Mount Gravatt — Date: 10 October 2025
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Join fellow art lovers for a friendly and informal discussion about various art forms and historical periods. This session provides a wonderful opportunity to share your perspectives and learn from others in a relaxed library setting.

With so many diverse events on offer, now is the perfect time to explore different suburbs and experience the best of what Brisbane has to offer. Be sure to check the event links for the most up-to-date information and to secure your tickets in advance. Get out there, have fun, and make some wonderful new memories.

Welcome to your essential guide for the fantastic events happening across Brisbane! With the spring school holidays in full swing, there’s a wonderful variety of activities to suit every member of the family. From dazzling theatre productions and interactive museum exhibits to outdoor adventures and community markets, there is no shortage of fun to be had in every corner of the city.

Boondall

18 – 21, 25 – 28 September 2025

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL | CORTEO

Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Witness a joyous procession imagined by a clown, blending theatrical performance with breathtaking acrobatic feats. This show creates a world of fun and spontaneity in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.
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Annerley

26 September 2025

School Holidays Paint with Miss Rach

The Vend Marketplace
Let your child’s creativity shine at this fun and guided painting session for the school holidays. Miss Rach will lead the young artists in creating their very own masterpiece to take home.
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Aspley

27 September 2025

Family Fun Day

Robinson Road Marketplace
Bring the whole family for a day packed with entertainment and activities at the local marketplace. Enjoy a great community atmosphere with a variety of fun for all ages.
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Brisbane City

25 – 28 September 2025

Spot

QUT Gardens Theatre
See the beloved puppy from the classic picture books leap from the page to the stage in this delightful production. This charming show brings Spot and his friends to life for a new generation of fans and their families.
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26 September 2025

OASIS Family Skylore Drone Show Cruise

City Botanic Gardens River Hub
Witness the spectacular Skylore drone show from the best vantage point on the Brisbane River. This family-friendly cruise offers a unique and memorable way to experience the dazzling light display.
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26 September 2025

Playtopia: Let’s Dance with Mad Dance House. Squiggly Polymer Worms with Street Science

Roma Street Parkland
Get ready for a day of movement and discovery with two exciting activities in one location. Kids can bust a move with Mad Dance House and then get hands-on with a slimy science experiment from Street Science.
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Gaythorne

28 September 2025

Fab Finds Markets

Gaythorne Bowls Club
Discover unique treasures and pre-loved bargains at this vibrant community market. It’s the perfect place to browse for everything from handmade crafts to secondhand gems.
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Indooroopilly

20 September – 5 October 2025

Indro! Space Mission

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre
Embark on an interstellar journey with this interactive space-themed event perfect for the school holidays. Young astronauts can explore and engage in a variety of cosmic activities throughout the centre.
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Milton

24 September – 3 October 2025

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day

PIP Theatre
Follow Alexander as he navigates a day where everything seems to go wrong in this delightful stage adaptation of the classic children’s book. It is a relatable and humorous tale that the whole family will enjoy.
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Moorooka

24 September – 4 October 2025

Rapunzel

Empress Theatre – Arcana
Experience the magic of the classic fairytale as it is brought to life on stage. This enchanting production of Rapunzel promises captivating performances and a timeless story beloved by all ages.
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South Brisbane

28 June – 13 October 2025

Kid Quest Adventure

Southbank Parklands
Embark on a superhero-themed city adventure designed especially for kids aged 4 to 8. Participants will solve clues and complete exciting challenges in this engaging outdoor quest.
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20 September – 5 October 2025

Stories from the Sea – Spring Holiday Program

Queensland Museum Kurilpa
Dive into an ocean of discovery with the museum’s fascinating spring holiday program. Explore the wonders of marine life through a variety of interactive displays and fun, hands-on activities.
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25 September – 4 October 2025

The Bogong’s Song

Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
This powerful theatrical performance is a call to country that shares a unique and compelling story. It is a captivating experience that deeply connects audiences with Indigenous storytelling and culture.
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Wynnum

26 September 2025

Wynnum Messy Play

Whale Water Park
Prepare for some fantastic sensory fun at this messy play event designed for little ones. It’s the perfect opportunity for kids to explore different textures and materials in a safe and playful environment.
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This is just a snapshot of the amazing events on offer across Brisbane. Be sure to click the links to secure your tickets, as many of these popular events are likely to sell out quickly. Have a wonderful time exploring, creating, and making new memories!