THE CHRISTMAS EDIT · BRISBANE BEACON 2026
Good times, twinkling lights, familiar songs and new traditions. Skip the outdated lists: find confirmed 2026 dates, free local celebrations and organiser links from Brisbane to the Bay, Ipswich, Logan and the Sunshine Coast.
Each event links to an official council, venue or tourism page. Prices, session availability and accessibility conditions can change.
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THE 2026 FESTIVE EVENT CALENDAR
13 Nov 2026
King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 13 November, 4–9 pm. Local handmade gifts, artisan stalls, food and a festive city atmosphere. Free entry; market purchases extra.
Official event information →20 Nov 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
Roma Street Parkland, Brisbane City
Every night 20 November–19 December, from 6:30 pm. Walk through seven illuminated zones inspired by flight and nocturnal creatures. Low-sensory sessions available; tickets must be booked in advance.
Official event information →27 Nov 2026
King George Square, Brisbane City
Council’s official Christmas tree lighting in King George Square opens the Brisbane festive season on Friday 27 November.
Official event information →27 Nov 2026 – 31 Dec 2026
Multiple Ipswich venues, Ipswich
Citywide Christmas celebration including community carols, lights competitions and the St Nicholas Precinct. Exact dates for individual activations may vary; consult the official programme.
Official event information →27 Nov 2026
Reddacliff Place, Brisbane City
Friday 27 November, 4–9 pm. Food, artisan stalls, music and a pop-up bar ahead of the city Christmas tree lighting.
Official event information →1 Dec 2026 – 6 Dec 2026
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
1–6 December. A festive live music show celebrating memorable songs from Love Actually. Check performance times and tickets.
Official event information →1 Dec 2026 – 25 Dec 2026
Queen Street Mall and multiple Brisbane City locations
Discover 16 miniature Christmas doors around the CBD from 1–25 December. Free self-guided family activity; pick up the official map at the visitor information centre.
Official event information →2 Dec 2026 – 4 Dec 2026
Chinatown Mall and Brunswick Street Mall, Fortitude Valley
2–4 December, approximately 3–6 pm. Free roving performances and music across Chinatown and Brunswick Street malls.
Official event information →4 Dec 2026
King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 4 December, 4–9 pm. Handmade local gifts, creative stalls and festive shopping near City Hall Lights.
Official event information →4 Dec 2026 – 24 Dec 2026
Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane City
City Hall’s festive light-and-sound storytelling projections, with sessions scheduled during December. Check Council for exact showtimes.
Official event information →4 Dec 2026
Queen Street Mall and King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 4 December: seasonal performances by local dancers and singers; check the council programme for stage times.
Official event information →4 Dec 2026
Nambour, Sunshine Coast
Friday 4 December. Community carols with food trucks, rides and fireworks; check exact location and schedule.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026 – 24 Dec 2026
Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City
5–24 December: roving Christmas entertainment, music and festive characters through the Queen Street Mall; check day-by-day times.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026
Griffith University Logan Campus, 68 University Drive, Meadowbrook
Saturday 5 December. City of Logan's major community carols, activities, rides and fireworks. Check council information for session times.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026
Roma Street Parkland Amphitheatre, Brisbane City
Saturday 5 December: gates from 6 pm; free outdoor livestream from 7–9 pm. Picnic and food trucks available. Riverstage concert tickets are sold out.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026
Riverstage, Brisbane City
Council-confirmed Saturday 5 December Christmas concert at Riverstage. Verify ticket availability and venue information.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026
Kinsellas Sports Complex, 1 Innovation Place, North Lakes
Saturday 5 December, 4–8 pm. Free carols, kids’ activities, Santa and fireworks.
Official event information →5 Dec 2026
Mary Valley Rattler, Gympie
Saturday 5 December. Christmas fair with local market stalls, food vendors and festive railway activities. Check train bookings and opening hours.
Official event information →6 Dec 2026
Queensland State Equestrian Centre, 1010 Beerburrum Road, Caboolture
Sunday 6 December, 4–8 pm. Free festive family event at the new QSEC location; check event transport and programme.
Official event information →9 Dec 2026 – 11 Dec 2026
Chinatown Mall and Brunswick Street Mall, Fortitude Valley
9–11 December, approximately 3–6 pm. Street performers and free festive city entertainment.
Official event information →9 Dec 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
QPAC, South Brisbane
9–19 December. A reimagined Christmas ballet with live Queensland Symphony Orchestra accompaniment; check performance dates and access services.
Official event information →11 Dec 2026
Queen Street Mall and King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 11 December: festive singing and dancing in Brisbane City; timings vary by venue.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026 – 24 Dec 2026
South Bank, Brisbane
12–24 December. A festive production listed by the official South Bank calendar; check booking venue and performance dates.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026
Aussie World, Palmview, Sunshine Coast
Saturday 12 December. Christmas entertainment and seasonal activities at Aussie World; normal ticket rules may apply.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026
Kings Beach Amphitheatre, Caloundra
Saturday 12 December, 4–8 pm. Sunshine Coast community carols beside the beach.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026
Ipswich Showgrounds, Ipswich
Saturday 12 December. Market stalls, entertainment, carols, Santa, rides and food vendors; see official organiser for tickets and entry rules.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026
John Oxley Reserve, 2 Ogg Road, Murrumba Downs
Saturday 12 December, 4–8 pm. Carols, local performers, Santa and family entertainment.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026
Redcliffe Museum, Redcliffe
Saturday 12 December. Museum-based Christmas family activities; confirm sessions and any booking requirements.
Official event information →12 Dec 2026 – 23 Dec 2026
Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
Christmas gift markets and festive activities across the South Bank precinct between 12 and 23 December, as promoted by local venue information.
Official event information →13 Dec 2026
Clontarf Beach State High School, 237 King Street, Clontarf
Sunday 13 December, 4–8 pm. Free by-the-bay community carols, family activities and a fireworks finale.
Official event information →18 Dec 2026
King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 18 December, 4–9 pm. Makers, gifts and last-minute festive shopping in the city.
Official event information →18 Dec 2026
The Events Centre, Caloundra
Friday 18 December. Festive live-show tribute to well-loved seasonal songs at The Events Centre.
Official event information →18 Dec 2026 – 19 Dec 2026
QPAC, South Brisbane
18–19 December. Annual festive performance programme at QPAC; confirm exact performance times and access needs.
Official event information →18 Dec 2026
Queen Street Mall and King George Square, Brisbane City
Friday 18 December: free holiday music and performances; consult the official daily programme.
Official event information →19 Dec 2026
Pine Rivers Park, 125 Gympie Road, Strathpine
Saturday 19 December, 4–8 pm. Free festive performances, kids’ activities, Santa and community carols.
Official event information →27 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027
Woodfordia, Woodford — outside Brisbane, Moreton Bay
Six days and nights of music, dance, circus, art and family culture in Woodford, about an hour north of Brisbane. Accommodation and tickets vary.
Official event information →31 Dec 2026
South Bank, South Brisbane
31 December. South Bank venues have confirmed dining and entertainment options. These are separate bookable venues; confirm availability and prices.
Official event information →31 Dec 2026
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
New Year’s Eve dance-music festival at Brisbane Showgrounds. Check ticket and age restrictions.
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Keep the fun going with the festivals calendar, live music and our personalised weekend planner.
Original Brisbane Beacon seasonal guide. Event information reviewed 13 November 2026 against primary council, organiser and visitor sources. Dates are locally displayed in Queensland time and may be revised or cancelled. No paid placements or ticket inventory are implied.