Editor's Pick
West End Winter Solstice Twilight Market
Davies Park · West End
Davies Park fills with lantern light and local makers on the longest night — a genuinely lovely way to kick off the weekend.
Friday, 19 June
Logan Art Gallery Exhibition Opening Night
Logan Art Gallery · Logan Central
Two new exhibitions open with the Mayor and council — a rare chance to see the gallery before the crowds arrive.
Paint and Sip Social Night
Uptown · Brisbane City
Guided canvas painting with drinks in hand — a easy Friday night out with friends.
Brisbane's Biggest End of Semester Block Party
Oasis Cruises - City Botanic Gardens River Hub · Brisbane
End-of-semester boat party on the Brisbane River — dress black, leave the kids at home.
Physicians of the Future - 2026 OUM Conference
Brisbane Marriott Hotel · Brisbane City
Medical students and aspiring doctors connect with leading clinicians at this annual conference shaping the next wave of Australian medicine.
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Saturday, 20 June
Editor's Pick
65th Brisbane Pride Queens Ball Awards
Brisbane City Hall · Brisbane
A genuine piece of queer history — 65 years of Brisbane Pride culminates in a glittering night at City Hall.
Editor's Pick
World Cup Live Site at South Bank
South Bank Cultural Forecourt · South Brisbane
Watch the Socceroos on a giant screen at South Bank's Cultural Forecourt — green and gold crowds make this feel nothing like your lounge room.
Editor's Pick
Kwibuka32: Annual Commemoration of the Rwandan Genocide
Queensland Parliament · Brisbane City
A solemn ceremony at Queensland Parliament marking 32 years since the Rwandan genocide — a moment for the community to gather, remember, and bear witness.
Editor's Pick
Kwibuka32: Annual Commemoration of the Rwandan Genocide
Queensland Parliament · Brisbane City
A solemn community gathering at Parliament House marking 32 years since the Rwandan genocide — a moment to bear witness and stand with Brisbane's Rwandan community.
Queer Chat at Trinket Trove
7/21 Station Rd · Indooroopilly
A relaxed monthly drop-in at a local shop — good conversation, free crafts, and a genuinely welcoming room.
Weaving Circle (BYO project and supplies)
New Farm Park · New Farm
Weavers of all levels gather under the trees at New Farm Park — bring your current project and settle in.
Brisbane Speed Dating - Ages 24-38
Mr Edward's Alehouse & Kitchen · Brisbane City
A quieter, more grown-up take on speed dating at a proper alehouse — no cringe, just conversation.
Saturdays at Bar Pacino
Bar Pacino · Brisbane City
Two-hour bottomless drinks with cocktail jugs, beer, and wine in the city — solid pick for a grown-up Saturday out.
Wine Glass Paint & Sip - Brisbane Working Holiday Girls
Wesley Taylor Art Studios (The Yellow Studio, Level 1, Uptown) · Brisbane City
Paint your own wine glass with a glass of wine in hand — a relaxed Saturday with the WHG community.
Moreton Bay Early Learning Conference 2026
UniSC Moreton Bay · Petrie
A day of ideas and connection for early childhood educators — keynote, breakout sessions, and hands-on experiences at UniSC.
OUM(S) 2026 Graduation - Brisbane
Customs House · Brisbane City
Customs House fills with proud families as Oceania University of Medicine graduates cross the stage.
OUM(S) 2026 Graduation - Brisbane
Customs House · Brisbane City
Customs House hosts the graduation ceremony for Oceania University of Medicine's newest doctors — a proud milestone for the Pacific medical community.
Sunday, 21 June
Family Ride at The Lake Parklands
The Lake Parklands · Forest Lake
A guided ride through Forest Lake's parklands — low-key, scenic, and perfect for kids on bikes.
Ecuador vs Curaçao FIFA World Cup 2026 Fanfest
Stock Exchange Hotel · Brisbane City
Watch Ecuador vs Curaçao on the big screen at one of Brisbane's grandest venues — good energy guaranteed.
Monday, 22 June
Meet the Enemy WoodTECH Warm-up
Criterion Tavern · Brisbane City
Industry insiders swap stories over drinks the night before WoodTECH — timber trade networking at its most relaxed.
Tuesday, 23 June
Q Shelter CEO and Leaders' Forum with Community Networking
Brisbane City Hall · Brisbane City
Sector leaders gather at City Hall to tackle Queensland's housing crisis — worthwhile if you work in or alongside the homelessness space.
Wednesday, 24 June
Family Boot Scooting Lessons
Everleigh Park · Greenbank
Free beginner line dancing in the park — kids and two-left-footed adults equally welcome.
An Introduction to PDA for Educators
A practical intro to PDA for teachers and school staff — useful grounding for anyone supporting neurodivergent kids.
UQ RAP Network Meeting - June
Public Health Building · Herston
A monthly gathering for UQ's Reconciliation Action Plan community — open to staff and students shaping real institutional change.
Postgraduate Study Drop-In Session
QUT Education Precinct, Kelvin Grove · Kelvin Grove
One-on-one advice for new grads weighing up further study — no appointment needed.
Thursday, 25 June
Wintersong
Genesis Christian College · Bray Park
Genesis Music students perform their winter showcase — a genuine school concert done with real care.
WIDA QLD Networking Event
HomeFront Australia · Milton
A relaxed in-person mixer for Queensland professionals — good room if you're looking to expand your local network.
Quantum Meets Law
Owen J Wordsworth room, 12th Floor, S Block, QUT Garden's Point · Brisbane City
Legal and research minds hash out what quantum computing actually changes for industry — niche but genuinely forward-looking.
Quantum Meets Law
Owen J Wordsworth room, 12th Floor, S Block, QUT Garden's Point · Brisbane City
Legal and research minds tackle quantum computing's real-world implications — sharp lunch-hour brain food for the professionally curious.