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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.

The Bin Chicken Trail, Brisbane, Queensland, white ibis, metal binny art, street art
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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Brisbane Transport Museum Nathan
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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Elizabeth Picture Theatre
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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Christmas-themed Tiny Doors in Brisbane, King George Square, Elizabeth Street, CBD, Burnett Lane, MacArthur Central, fairy doors, Mace Robertson, guerilla art, street art
Brisbane CBD

Christmas-themed Tiny Doors

Discover the enchanting, Christmas-themed tiny doors next time you’re exploring the Brisbane CBD. But hurry! Just like Santa, they won’t be visiting for long!
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Eastern Portal Tiny Door, West End, Brisbane, hidden gem, fairy doors, brisbane street art, guerilla art
West End

Eastern Portal Tiny Door

The newest addition to Brisbane’s tiny doors has arrived in West End, and it has a secret!
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Angelika Cinemas
Woolloongabba

Angelika Cinemas

Elevate your cinema experience at Brisbane's luxurious new film centre with SoHo lounges & enchanted balcony bar
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Brisbane Motor Museum
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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Brisbane's Secret Tiny Doors

Take a careful look around Brisbane and you'll find these secret little doors - on trees, in laneways and in the art gallery
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Mew Tiny Door, Crystalbrook Vincent, HSW
Howard Smith Wharves

Mews Tiny Door

Find out what’s behind this tiny green door hidden away in plain sight in a HSW restaurant
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Medieval Door, Fish Lane, South Brisbane
Fish Lane

Medieval Tiny Door

There's a new kid on the lane! This stylish miniature door that looks like it would be right at home on a medieval castle
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The Cistern Chapel, Maryborough QLD
Maryborough

The Cistern Chapel

Queensland's quirkiest 'divine dunnies' are definitely a must-visit this side of the Great Dividing Range
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Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct
Kingston

Kingston Butter Factory Cultural Precinct

A vibrant cultural heritage and performing arts hub at the iconic Kingston Butter Factory
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Queensland Museum Kurilpa
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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Brisbane Treasury, State Library of Queensland, 1896, heritage listed, art deco
Brisbane CBD

Treasury Brisbane's History

Although the original building was first erected in 1886, the building turned 25 years old in 2020
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Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

Careers & Employment Expo

Find career opportunities for all ages at the Careers & Employment Expo
May 24-25
Mould Cheese Festival

Mould: A Cheese Festival

Brisbane's getting an epic cheese festival
May 24-26

Joel Creasey - Boom!

Watch out Brisbane! Australia's Crown Prince of Comedy is back!
May 24-26

XXXX Doomben Cup Day

Exciting racing action and dining options make this a must-attend
May 25

Terra Firma Dining Experience

A unforgettable, immersive 'Fire to Table' dining experience
May 25
Deaf in dance, State Library of Queensland

Deaf in dance

Feel the beat when Deaf in dance opens at State Library
From May 25
Choral Spectacular

Choral Spectacular

Choral Spectacular is a a much-loved music event
May 26
Green Heart Fair 2024

Green Heart Fair 2024

Brisbane’s biggest annual sustainability festival is set to hit Victoria Park
May 26
Lina Rooftop

Fire & Ice - Winter Igloos

Warm up this winter at Lina Rooftop in a private igloo
May 30-Jul 21
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LEAF 2024

Learn to make sustainable choices one LEAF at a time when Queensland’s largest sustainability festival returns in June
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LEAF 2024
MUST DO

Beauty and the Beast

Your last chance to experience this “truly magical” (Theatre Matters) five‑star production before it leaves Brisbane
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Beauty and the Beast
THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do May 17-19

From Paniyiri, the Brookfield Show, a farm to city riverside market and pop-up igloo champagne bar to a stunning new steak & seafood restaurant
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This Weekend May 17-19
COMING UP

What's on in June in & Around Brisbane

From an iconic motor fest and writers festival to Bangarra Dance, Elvis on stage and a German lantern fest, here's what's on in June
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What's On in June 2024
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State Library of Queensland

Feel the beat when this captivating free exhibition opens, showcasing the Deaf Indigenous Dance Group from Far North Queensland
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Free Exhibitions at State Library of Queensland
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