Family / Kids
Workshops
20 - 24 April 2026, From 9:30am
Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Brisbane
Popular Music
5 Nov 2026, 7:30pm
Concert Hall, QPAC
Classical Music
22 Jul 2026, 7pm
Comedy
16 Aug 2026, 7pm
2 May 2026, 9am
Queensland Museum Rail Workshops, Ipswich
5 Jul 2026, 3pm
8 - 18 Apr 2026
These school holidays kids can design and create their own Dilly Bag, inspired by traditional gathering bags used by First Nations peoples across Australia.
World Music
9 Apr 2026, 8pm
Paco Peña and his ensemble of gifted dancers, singers, and musicians bring to life the intoxicating rhythms, colours, and sounds of Andalucía.
Musical
Sting in
9 Apr - 3 May 2026
Glasshouse Theatre, QPAC
Acclaimed musical THE LAST SHIP, written, composed and starring international music icon Sting, will be presented for the first time in the Southern Hemisphere in QPAC’s magnificent Glasshouse Theatre in 2026.
Exhibition
Tours
QAGOMA
9 Apr 2026, 10:15am
QAGOMA — Queensland Art Gallery | Gallery of Modern Art
Join one of our German-speaking guides for a free gallery highlights tour at the Gallery of Modern Art.
Disney and Pixar’s
11 Apr 2026, 2pm & 7pm
Celebrate Toy Story by travelling to infinity (and beyond!) with this in-concert performance featuring Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
11 Apr - 21 Nov 2026
Museum of Brisbane, level 3 of City Hall
Get hands-on these school holidays with a weaving workshop for teens, guided by artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins.
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4 - 12 Apr 2026
Playhouse, QPAC
The team behind the 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses brings Andy Griffiths and Bill Hopes’ brilliantly bonkers book to the stage!
Queensland Museum Tropics
8 - 16 Apr 2026
Queensland Museum Tropics, Townsville
Plan your route as you navigate obstacles, river crossings and hazard zones, testing your problem-solving and coding skills along the way.
until 17 May 2026
Are we born or are we built? Will ignite wonder and spark with both exciting and important conversations at the Queensland Museum Tropics.
Until 5 Oct 2026
Experience an interactive all-ages exhibition bringing you face-to-face with the mighty crocodile.
From Mar 2026
Experience three exciting new programs with baby at QAGOMA this year in the Children’s Art Centre.
Admission
Sciencentre, Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Brisbane
Ignite your imagination with interactive science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) space, ideal for 6 to 13 year olds.
Theatre
13 - 18 Apr 2026
A wild, fun and magical journey to find that elusive green sheep. Where is the Green Sheep? Is an immersive visual theatre experience based on the beloved children’s book by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek.
Dance
14 Apr 2026, 2:30pm & 7:30pm
A must-see event for fans of the series and dance lovers alike!
15 - 17 Apr 2026
Take a guided tour of the most loved crocodile exhibition these school holidays.
Back by popular demand, SparkLab is turning the spotlight to our littlest scientists again – for a limited time only this April 2026!
Get ready for an action-packed day of fun, discovery, and innovation as Fully Charged returns to the Queensland Museum Rail Workshops.
Now Playing
Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry is set to thrill audiences, in the multiple Tony Award®-winning MJ the Musical.
Queensland Theatre Company
28 Apr - 24 May 2026
Bille Brown Theatre
Packed with heart, clad in sequins & boasting a swinging soundtrack, this story is a cultural anthem to the solidarity & soul of First Nations’ sisterhood.
30 Apr - 10 May 2026
The iconic story that made us laugh, cry, and fall in love with six extraordinary women is back under the direction of Lee Lewis.
Queensland Academy of Excellence in Musical Theatre
1 - 9 May 2026
Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
A stunning new multimedia musical which explores a groundbreaking new concept in musical theatre.
13 - 15 May 2026
A high-action punk noir that snatches the classic coming-of-age story out of the hands of a gang of boys, and passes it to two unapologetic, brave young women.
22 May - 13 Jun 2026
Happily, ever after? Never. GRIMM, the smash‑hit, deliciously‑twisted, sold out production returns to QPAC’s Cremorne Theatre.
6 - 21 Jun 2026
In celebration of its 20th anniversary, revered production house Shake & Stir tackle Shakespeare’s most-gripping tragedy, Macbeth.
From 7 Jun 2026
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice! Featuring a story and score that’s out of this Netherworld, don’t miss this touching show about making the most of every Day-O.
24 - 27 Jun 2026
A celebration of the South Sudanese community, of resilience, and the power of imagination.
10 - 26 Jul 2026
A dazzling retelling of Pride & Prejudice returns to QPAC, where Jane Austen’s timeless wit meets a luminous Queensland cast in an ode to romance and independence.
Rock Music
12 Apr 2026, 7pm
RocKwiz Live is returning to QPAC for a special night of unique entertainment with Julia Zemiro, Brian Nankervis and The RocKwiz Orkestra this April!
16 May 2026, 8pm
Celebrate 20 years of Queen Forever with their Greatest Hits Tour featuring all the anthems, rare deep cuts, and magic of Queen.
Open Season
27 May 2026, 7:30pm
Brace yourself for one of the most volcanic performances as Mogwai returns to Brisbane to perform in QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre.
30 May 2026, 8pm
Your favourite band’s favourite band is back. Sparks is playing a career-spanning set at QPAC’s brand new Glasshouse Theatre for one night only.
6 Jun 2026, 8pm
Comprised of four living legends of Australian rock music, join ARC as they celebrate the Eagles.
30 Jun 2026, 8pm
Al Jardine performs all of The Beach Boys’ hits, from radio favourites to hidden gems, a concert experience not to be missed!
Opera
Opera Queensland
11 Mar & 15 Jul 2026
Opera Queensland Studio
Collaborate with Opera Queensland’s leading principal performers and seasoned pianists.
13 Apr 2026, 4pm & 7:30pm
Fusing the thunderous power of taiko drumming with martial arts athleticism, experience the global phenomenon return of Drum Tao.
16 Apr 2026, 8pm
Experience the GRAMMY-winning legend as he performs his biggest hits along with brand-new music.
Jazz and Blues
From 16 Apr 2026, 7pm
Ian Hanger Recital Hall, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University
Exciting ensembles and mellow tunes from our Jazz students this April at Ian Hanger Recital Hall.
24 Apr 2026, 6pm
Q Horns present a diverse collection of works for Horn Ensemble.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra
17 Apr 2026, 11:30am
An imaginative trombone takes centre stage for Gavin Higgins’ Book of Miracles in this 90 minute concert.
17 Apr 2026, 7:30pm
Conservatorium Theatre, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University
Celebrate Shakespeare's influence on music with orchestral, choral and theatre works including Mendelssohn, Rutter and West Side Story.
18 Apr 2026, 7:30pm
An imaginative trombone takes centre stage for Gavin Higgins’ Book of Miracles, with soloist Jörgen van Rijen, alongside stunning works by Respighi and R Strauss.
22 Apr 2026, 7pm
A concert offering new works by composition students as they explore the rich and diverse world of expressive sounds.
23 Apr 2026, 7pm
The QCGU Brass Band will present a concert of classic works drawn from the great hymns and modern test pieces.
29 April 2026, 7pm
Join QCGU for this program, a chamber music and lieder centred on the moon, featuring instruments from the wind family.
30 Apr 2026, 7pm
Featuring soprano Jacqueline Ward in a recital of breathtaking songs that explore the beauty, mystery, and wonder of the natural world.
1 May 2026, 6pm
Inspired by the music of Brad Mehldau, Travis and his trio explore contemporary popular repertoire as templates for improvisation, this May 2026.
3 May 2026, 11:30am
Experience a violin showcase of electrifying flair featuring music by Tchaikovsky, Waxman, and Galzunov.
6 May 2026, 8pm
Matteo Bocelli returns for one night only to share a live performance of his new album Falling In Love, alongside all the favourites from his debut album.
8 May 2026, 7:30pm
Matthew Wood leads the Conservatorium Symphony Orchestra in a program featuring Mussorgsky’s evocative Pictures at an Exhibition.
Ballet
Queensland Ballet
22 - 30 May 2026
Featuring works by Edward Clug, Christian Spuck, and Goyo Montero. This program is a treat of international contemporary works.
Ballet Theatre Queensland
9 - 12 Jul 2026
Be transported to the land of fantasy in Ballet Theatre Queensland’s highly acclaimed return season of Snow White!
First Nations
Bangarra Dance Theatre
9 - 18 Jul 2026
Experience a program of three powerful works: Keeping Grounded, Brown Boys, and Sheoak, which honour the past while looking to the future.
Clancestry
30 Jul - 1 Aug 2026
Ya’Djin Spirit Women weaves dance, theatre and film to traverse storytelling, sisterhood and speaking out.
The Australian Ballet
15 - 22 Aug 2026
Be captivated by John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s immortal text with The Australian Ballet’s Romeo and Juliet.
9 - 19 Dec 2026
A lavish world premiere. Reimagined by Derek Deane, who created audience-favourite Strictly Gershwin, and celebrated set and costume designer Lez Brotherston.
19 - 20 Apr 2026
Scotland’s international comedy superstar Daniel Sloss unleashes his brilliant and devastatingly hilarious brand-new show BITTER.
8 May 2026, 8pm
Eddie Izzard – The Remix is a chance for Eddie, inspired by her ever-loyal audiences to remix and re-imagine some of her own favourite, personal comedy highlights.
20 May 2026, 7:30pm
A solo musical comedy show about our most formative decade!
26 Jun 2026, 6pm & 8:30pm
Tom Gleeson is completely out of touch. Come along to the show and take him down a peg.
27 Jul 2026, 7:30pm
A live improv show that will feature electric performances of short-form improv games, comedy and a whole lot of shenanigans.
5 - 9 Aug 2026
This is your chance to see the award-winning star of Fisk, Utopia and Have You Been Paying Attention? doing what she does best, stand-up comedy.
Atsuko Okatsuka is an award-winning comedian and actress making waves across the globe with her one-of-a-kind humour, boundless energy, and infectious charm.
From 30 Sep 2026
Experience this five-star comedy sensation as five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life.
29 - 30 Oct 2026
Comedian and musician Morgan Jay comes to QPAC!