Novotel Brisbane South Bank
Get ready for a good time as Brisbane Comedy Festival returns in 2024 with the world’s best and brightest comedians from Friday 26 April to Sunday 26 May 2024.
More than 20 Festival favourites and fresh new faces are among the first big acts announced in a diverse program of more than 300 events across three iconic Brisbane venues: Brisbane Powerhouse, The Tivoli and The Princess Theatre.
Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin, who is smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blond who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of the friendship… until the world decides to call one “good”, and the other one “wicked”.
One of the world’s great minds shines a light on the state of Australia and the world today during a provocative, insightful, witty, and engaging evening.
International human rights barrister Geoffrey Robertson AO, KC, analyses current affairs during a year in which 49% of the world’s population across 64 countries, including USA and Russia, will go to the polls. Some polls will be free and fair; others may be less so. The new show will provide insight views on a wide range of topics, plus he will ask the question – How can we fix this turbulent world?
Run Army is an exciting event which promotes resilience, health and wellbeing across the Australian community, while supporting those who serve the community in uniform. Combining the Australian Army and Queensland Police, Fire and Ambulance services, participants are also encouraged to assist in raising funds for charities which care for our service people, veterans and their families.
The event is open to anyone who can walk or run at least 5km and you can participate at the physical events in Brisbane and Townsville or the virtual event anywhere in Australia or the world!
SparkLab at the Queensland Museum is an interactive, science, technology, engineering and maths space, aimed at children aged 6-13 years. Putting the fun back into science, children can discover over 40 interactive exhibits across three fun-filled zones. At the lab, kids can, quite literally, see giant sparks of electricity generating in a glass globe, observe magnetic liquid and witness live scientific experiments. If these aren’t enough mind-blowing activities for you, you can also enter Science on a Sphere, from which you can watch clouds move across the world in real time, spot how a cyclone starts to form and circle the sun.
From the scene-stealing star of Pitch Perfect and Bridesmaids, get ready for an emotional rollercoaster with a refreshingly candid, funny, and inspiring conversation about her forthcoming book Rebel Rising and her unconventional journey to Hollywood success, and self-love.
For decades, Rebel Wilson single-mindedly focused on her career, forgoing relationships in favour of making a name for herself. An Evening with Rebel Wilson will share the emotional and physical lessons she has learned, as well as her most embarrassing experiences. A malaria-induced Oscars hallucination? An all-style martial-arts fighting tournament? Junior handling at dog shows? And this was all before she moved to Hollywood!
Rebel will share stories from her proud bogan upbringing in Sydney to then making millions in the US as the “fat funny Aussie girl.” Despite her stratospheric success, she constantly questioned “Am I good enough?”, “Will I ever find love?” and “Will I ever change and become healthy?” Rebel speaks for the first time about the most personal and important moments in her life — from fertility issues, weight gain and loss to sexuality, overcoming shyness and dealing with rejection (and there’s at least one story thrown in about Brad Pitt!)
This intimate evening with Rebel will take us on a journey which shows us how to love ourselves, whilst making us laugh uncontrollably.
Australia’s queen of comedy, Celeste Barber, has announced a 2024 Australian tour of her new show Backup Dancer.
Backup Dancer promises to tackle a range of big political topics from freeing nipples and inappropriately texting therapists, to what it would really be like to be Taylor Swift’s backup dancer. A night of jokes, hilarious storytelling and a lot of high kicks.
Global superstar J Balvin will bring his world-renowned live show to arenas in Australia and New Zealand this September, with five massive dates in Auckland, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth as part of his upcoming Que Bueno Volver a Verte Tour (It’s Good To See You Tour).
Legendary comedian Jerry Seinfeld will return to Australia in June 2024 with a brand-new show!
Jerry Seinfeld last toured Australia to sold out arenas in 2017 and is excited to return, he said “I have loved Australia since my first tour there in 1998, and I cannot wait to come back to visit some of the greatest comedy fans in the world.”
Are you ready?! Following massive sold out shows across Europe, UK and the USA in 2023 – which should come as no surprise for the Greatest Band That Ever Played on Planet Earth – GRAMMY®-winning dynamic duo Tenacious D, featuring Jack Black and Kyle Gass, will bring their Spicy Meatball Tour down under to Australia and New Zealand in July 2024!
It’s been a long time coming, but Australian heavy metal pioneers Parkway Drive are finally coming home.
Inarguably Australia’s most successful heavy metal export, Parkway Drive formed in Byron Bay in 2003. The band will return to home soil this September for their first headline tour since 2018. They’ve been home since then but have exclusively headlined festivals, including Good Things 2019, Knight And Day in 2021, and performed at the inaugural Knotfest Australia in 2023.
Experience the inspiring life story of Tina Turner, the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll, who didn’t just break the rules – she rewrote them.
Featuring more than 20 of her iconic songs, including “Simply the Best”, “River Deep – Mountain High” and “Proud Mary”, this smash-hit musical is bringing Australian audiences to their feet night after night.
With critics calling it “a rock music spectacular” (Limelight) and “breathtakingly exciting” (ArtsHub), this heart-pumping production is guaranteed to raise the roof at the Lyric Theatre!
THE TERRIFYING ORIGINAL. LIVE ON STAGE.
Presented by PW Productions, Woodward Productions and Neil Gooding Productions.
After three decades in the West End, The Woman in Black is coming to Australia. Starring incredible duo John Waters (Doctor Doctor, Offspring, Rake) and Daniel MacPherson (Land of Bad, Foundation, Neighbours), don’t miss this thrilling theatrical exploration of terror.
Discover the haunted history of Toowong Cemetery, including The Statue That Moves, Grave on the Hill, Ghosts of Paddington Cemetery, Mayne Murder, and The Black Prince… More than 120,000 souls lay at rest here, a necropolis with thousands of graves, tombs and crypts, some famous, some infamous. Hear real ghost stories of a statue that comes to life, a deceased governor, black widow murderers, and a buried boxer on this guided historic ghost tour of historic Toowong Cemetery.
Unlock this extraordinary and truly unforgettable one off experience by booking through the use of your Accor Live Limitless rewards points.
Brisbane has always had a lively scene of farmer’s market’s, with almost one per inner-city suburb. These days, you can find much more than just in-season, fresh Queensland fruits & vegetables. Many farmer’s markets also have stalls exhibiting local arts & crafts, delicacies and food trucks. All of this combined with live music and Brisbane’s glorious winter sunshine make for the perfect day out. So grab your market bags, sunhat & family & friends and enjoy some of Queensland’s most diverse markets!
Brisbane City Farmer’s Markets (Brisbane City)
Jan Power’s Farmer’s Markets (New Farm)
Milton Markets (Milton)
Boundary Street Markets (West End)
Davie’s Park Markets (West End)
Kelvin Grove Village Markets (Kelvin Grove)
& many more
To celebrate the 10 year anniversary of GOMA, this permanent installation illuminates the building from within in a variety of colours. Constantly moving over the course of 88 minutes, different intensities of hue and colour make for a unique spectacle on a grand scale.
Guided by an expert, you’ll be instructed through yoga poses, with a focus on breath and mindfulness practices you will:
– Deepen your connection with your body and with compassion
– Develop your sensitivity to your breath and energy
– Cultivate emotional and physical wellbeing
Attend this morning yoga session on selected Sundays, and enjoy the many benefits while surrounded by incredible artwork.
Brisbane’s very own Eat Street Northshore, is finally back, and we couldn’t be more excited! Hamilton’s iconic riverfront shipping container dining precinct, featuring delicious food, drink and live music is set to stay. Eat your body weight in Brisbane’s best savory and sweet delights while jamming out to some sweet tunes. There’s over 100 shopping containers to delight your taste buds, two entertainment stages as well as an outdoor cinema. In addition to plenty of tables and food court style seating, you’ll also be able to lay down for a picnic on some fresh astro-turf or even hire a private dining nook. Make your way to Hamilton, for a very unique dining experience.
Brisbane is a great city to see on foot and a great place to start is Novotel Brisbane South Bank.
Just minutes to so many of the must see sights and attractions, guests can enjoy one of the expertly designed tours already available on GPSmyCity.com or create their own and not miss out on some of Brisbane’s well known sights and also some of its best kept secrets.
Here are just some of the choices of tours available:
Enjoy this gentle stretch and guided breathing mindfulness session and practice quieting the mind, while immersed in art and the tranquil surrounds of the Gallery after dark.
Guided by an expert, enjoy the benefits of this mid-week mindfulness session and engage with art in a relaxed special after-hours atmosphere when the Gallery is closed.
Learn to calm the over-thinking and worrying mind, invest in your physical and mental wellbeing and empower yourself with breath and movement.
Want to know more about one of Australia’s most visited and dynamic art galleries?
Interested in discovering the stories behind some of the most popular historical and contemporary artworks?
You will be informed about the Gallery’s past, starting from its inception in 1895 to its current presence across two architecturally acclaimed structures. The guided tour will provide captivating information about various artworks, including those by First Nations, Australian, and renowned international artists. The experience culminates with a pleasant lunch at the GOMA Bistro, situated by the river.
Exclusive to Brisbane, the ‘Fairy Tales’ exhibition explores how fairy tales from across the world have held our fascination for centuries through art and culture by showcasing the way visual storytellers draw on these narratives to entrance, delight and disconcert audiences.
From the opulence of a gilded carriage, an exquisite glass slipper and the depths of a wild and twisted woodland, to wicked witches, magical animals and stalwart princes and princesses, GOMA’s latest exhibition highlights how the fairy tales that have entertained us for centuries are explored through art and culture.
Try your hand at making clay sculptures while enjoying delicious Italian food and drink in this clay art class. The instructors will assist you in creating a beautiful rose, clay candle holder and a third clay figurine from your own creative imagination, such as a bear or torso. At the end of the class, you will return home with your very own air-dried handmade masterpiece that you can display with pride. Get your tickets now for the Clay and Sip in an Italian Restaurant in Brisbane.
Unlock this extraordinary and truly unforgettable one off experience by booking through the use of your Accor Live Limitless rewards points.
Departing from Brisbane, the day cruise takes you across the bay to Moreton Island, where you can spend the day exploring Tangalooma Island Resort, with your choice of touring activity. Spot local marine life on the Marine Discovery Cruise, snorkel the famous Wrecks or enjoy the ATV quad bike adventure ride. Packed with all of the day trip essentials, it is is a great way to experience your choice of unique touring expedition in nature’s playground. Get your tickets now for the Day Cruise to Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island from Brisbane.
Unlock this extraordinary and truly unforgettable one off experience by booking through the use of your Accor Live Limitless rewards points.
The world’s largest Rugby League festival, NRL Magic Round, returns to Brisbane in 2024!
Your only chance during the NRL Telstra Premiership season to see every game live and in person over one glorious weekend of footy, fun, and festivities.
With music, activities, and entertainment for the whole family throughout the Suncorp Stadium precinct, this is a weekend you won’t want to miss.
Following their spectacular performances this year across Europe, in Western Canada and at the recent PowerTrip Festival in California, iconic British band IRON MAIDEN will be bringing THE FUTURE PAST TOUR to Australia next year. This will be the first return to Australia since the band touched down on Ed Force One for their 2016-17 The Book of Souls Tour.
Brace yourself for an outrageously cheeky evening with one of Britain’s best-loved comedians in this delightful new live show experience from David Walliams.
Expect wickedly funny tales, beloved characters, and a glimpse behind the curtain at never-before-seen moments from Walliams’ storied career, all served up with his signature wit and charm.
From his iconic characters in Little Britain and Come Fly with Me to his hilarious storytelling in best-selling books like The Boy in the Dress and Gangsta Granny, David Walliams’ comedic brilliance has captivated audiences of all ages over the past two decades.