The October Event Guide to What’s on in Brisbane Today, Tomorrow & Beyond

Spring has sprung (although sometimes it feels like we’ve skipped straight to summer…), but October has exploded onto the Brisbane scene like a vibrant display of fireworks. 

Whether you’re getting spooky for Halloween, thinking about Christmas or just taking it one day at a time, there’s plenty on the agenda to make anyone’s day. 

There’s an eclectic night food festival, immersive sensory experiences, and a food and wine show that will take your taste buds on a journey of a lifetime. 

Scroll on and discover what’s on in Brisbane this month and beyond!

Night Feast 

Brisbane’s most exciting immersive foodie event has returned for its third year this October!

Night Feast will once again package live music, installations, roaming performers and incredible food into an immersive Spring Feast extravaganza.

Amidst a program of free events and art, you’ll enjoy pop-up micro restaurants from Boom Boom Room, Gelato Messina, Lek’s Thai, Allonda, Byblos, Donna Chang and so many more.  

Head down to the Powerhouse to explore the installations and feast upon some of Brisbane’s best restaurant menus, reinvented in an enthralling new way. 

Wednesday 16 October to Thursday 10 November

The Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm

Good Food & Wine Show

Does an entire cheese alley and hundreds of different types of wine sound like your idea of heaven? Yep… ours too. 

So we’re very excited that the Good Food & Wine Show has returned to the Brisbane Convention Centre this month! 

The show will feature over 300 artisanal exhibitors, celebrity chefs, masterclasses, live cooking demos, pop-up restaurants and plenty of samples (our favourite). Put on your stretchiest pants and head on in!

Friday 25th October to Sunday 27th October

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Glenelg Street, South Brisbane

Champagne Day Lunch at Beechmont Estate

Heralding the beginning of spring, and in celebration of World Champagne Day, is a very special lunch at Beechmont Estate. 

The first event of its kind, sees this two chef-hatted restaurant partnering with a champagne house to deliver an exquisite, bespoke five-course meal, paired the seven prestige wines from Moët & Chandon.

Each course will pair perfectly with the flavour profile of the champagne, so you can expect delicate flavours drawn from premium, hyper-local ingredients. 

From $295 per person

Saturday 26 October, 11:30am to 3:00pm

422 Binna Burra Road, Beechmont

Whispering Angel Spring Rose Garden 

Customs House knows how to throw a party! And by party, we mean an elegant riverside affair, with Whispering Angel flowing and table settings adorned with pretty pink roses.

Just head down to this beautiful part of Brisbane’s CBD and enjoy their signature Moreton Bay Bug croissants, nibbles, handcrafted cocktails and of course some Whispering Angel rose!

Be sure to dress in your best pink outfit for the ultimate Instagram pic or new seasonal DP. 

Customs House, 399 Queen Sreet, Brisbane

Feel Good Program

Shake off the winter blues with a free outdoor fitness program that will get your blood pumping!

South Bank is partnering with Goodlife Health Clubs to bring 12 classes per week that suit a range of abilities.

The series kicks off with a launch event on Saturday 5th October from 7am to 11:30am with freebies, coffee, a smoothie cart and more.

Free admission

Saturday 5 October to Saturday 7 December

Flowstate & the Boat Pool, South Bank Parklands

Soak Sundowners

Celebrate spring and the long, warm days by lingering in a warm mineral pool in a rooftop oasis. Soak Bathhouse’s Soak Sundowners series is here, upgrading each Tuesday afternoon booking (between 5pm to 10pm) to a Soak & Sip package for free!

Enjoy a 90-minute soak session and try out the hot spas, cold plunge, steam room and sauna, and sip on two boutique beverages to keep you hydrated.

From $49 per person

All Tuesdays of October, 5:00pm to 10:00pm

Level 2, The Eaves at West Village, 111 Boundary Street, West End

Limbo - The Return

West End’s most exciting new theatre and bar is welcoming an international circus spectacle this month with Limbo - The Return opening to the public on the 29th of August. The award-winning performance has toured 17 countries and has now been reimagined, in time to form part of the Brisbane Festival 2024. 

Prepare to be dazzled by a cast of world-renowned circus performers, prolific musicians and magnificent magicians in this captivating show. 

From $59 per person

From 29 August

The West End Electric, 125 Boundary Street, West End

Image credit: Glen Scarborough & Damien Bredburg

LUZIA by Cirque du Soleil

Inspired by the people, places and stories that define Mexico, LUZIA by Cirque du Soleil is a must do this month, for anyone who loves circus acts or performance. 

Luzia takes you on a journey through an imaginary Mexico, from old folklore to the urban landscape of modern day. Expect a surrealistic series of visual surprises and acrobatic performances that will take your breath away.

From $84 per person

Wednesday 25 September to Sunday 10 November

Under the Big Top, Next to Royal Queensland Golf Club, 431 Curtin Ave West, Eagle Farm 

New Light: Photography Now + Then

Arriving at the Museum of Brisbane in August, New Light: Photography Now + Then offers a curation of past and present photography from the museum’s most prolific archive, the Elliott Collection.

Catapulting the past perspectives into present day, are images from local photographers and image makers, offering a juxtaposition that will spark wonder and amazement at the change our city has seen.

Sitchu Tip: The Elliott Collection showcases the work of an amateur photographer by the name of Alfred Henrie Elliott, whose black and white photography was found preserved in cedar cigar boxes under a Red Hill home in 1983.

Free admission

From Saturday 17th August 2024

Museum of Brisbane, Level 3, City Hall

Discovering Ancient Egypt

Step back in time at the Queensland Museum this month and explore mysteries, art and rituals from ancient times. The Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition has just arrived from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities, and offers a peek into the culture, daily life and beliefs practised in ancient Egypt.

Explore 3D light projections of the Temple of Taffeh, sculptures, Book of the Dead scrolls, jewellery, artwork and so much more. 

Friday 25 October

Level 3 Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Grey Street &, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

Iris Van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses Exhibition at GOMA

Fashion, art, design, science and technology collide at GOMA’s latest exhibition by acclaimed Dutch fashion designer, Iris van Herpen.

Brisbane gains exclusive access to an immersive sensory exploration of van Herpen’s work, with almost 100 garments, presented with contemporary artworks, natural history specimens and cultural artefacts that inspired the designs.

Worn by Beyoncé, Björk, Cate Blanchett, Lady Gaga and Tilda Swinton, her work reflects her curiosity about the universe and her collaborative approach to haute couture.

Until 7 Oct 2024

Gallery of Modern Art, Stanley Place, South Brisbane

Titanic: The Human Story

Following sold-out sessions in London, New York and DC, Titanic: The Human Story is coming to Brisbane!

Discover the human stories of the Titanic passengers by exploring personal possessions, photographs and relics both from people aboard, and from the ship itself. You’ll also get to view a recreation of the ship’s interior, from the first-class suites to the humble third-class cabins.

From $39 per person

Wednesdays to Sundays, 10:00am to 6:00pm

Level Q, Uptown, 91 Queen Street, Brisbane

WICKED – The Untold True Story of the Witches of Oz

The utterly iconic WICKED returns to Brisbane this month, bringing the award-winning and three-time Tony Award-winning show to musical theatre lovers. 

WICKED tells the tale of the witches in the Land of Oz before Dorothy twirled in on her tornado.

This Broadway musical classic is a must-do when making plans this month, showing the unlikely friendship between a fiery young woman born with emerald skin and popular bubbly blonde.

From $75 per person

Thursday 12 September to Sunday 17 November

QPAC Lyric Theatre, Grey Street, South Brisbane

Darkfield

Enter a dark and mysterious world this month in Brisbane, as Darkfield makes its long-awaited return to our river city. Featuring the fan-favourite Darkfield experiences SÉANCE and FLIGHT, 360-degree multisensory experiences housed in shipping containers, there’s even more to experience this time around. 

Popular Japanese immersive magic show MAHO MAGIC will also be in session alongside Darkfield’s unique experiences, with fresh tricksters, fresh tricks and importantly… fresh cocktails. 

From $23.83 per person

3 October to 8 December

Maritime Museum, 412 Stanley St, South Brisbane

Melt Festival

Melt Festival returns in 2024 to celebrate the queer community, promoting inclusivity and visibility amongst the greater Brisbane population. This year the program features over 120 events, 220 different performances, 70 different venues and a big boat parade.

With evocative discussions, art and photographic exhibitions and performances by some of Brisbane's best creatives from the LGBTQIA community, there’s a wide variety of mediums to enjoy at the Powerhouse this month in Brisbane.

From $32 per person

23 October to 10 November

Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington Street, New Farm

Oktoberfest Brisbane 

Don your very best Lederhosen and head down to Brisbane’s German Club to raise a stein for Oktoberfest! Where better to immerse yourself in authentic German culture than our very own German club?

Enjoy foodie favourites like schnitzel, pork knuckle and wurst while sipping on top-notch German beer, all while you enjoy live music and entertainment. The Club is celebrating 50 years of Oktoberfest, so if you’ve always wanted to get festive, Bavarian-style, now is the time!

From $20 per person

Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in October

416 Vulture Street, East Brisbane

Barktoberfest 2024

Don’t let your doggo miss out on the festivities this month, because the Carseldine Markets have organised a furbaby-friendly event that will make everyone’s tails wag! Barktoberfest is free to attend, and you can even register to participate in competitions and parades. 

Watch the dog fashion parade, peruse the market stalls and check out the workshops and demos to discover local businesses, dog owner tips and tricks, and make lots of furry friends while you’re at it.

Free admission

Saturday 12 October, 6:00am to 12:00nn

133 Dorville Road, Carseldine

Oktoberfest in the Gardens

Oktoberfest in the Gardens is back this spring, and it’s bigger and better than ever! Promising to bring you more festivities, fun and frothy beers, this Oktoberfest event at the Brisbane Showgrounds lets you party Bavarian-style in Brisbane. 

Get dressed up in your Lederhosen or Dirndl, and get ready to sample authentic German beer, wine, cider and food.

From $39.90 per person

Saturday 19 October, 1:00pm

Brisbane Showgrounds, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills

Boost Mobile Afterparty

The Boost Mobile Gold Coast 500 is hitting Surfers Paradise this month, but if supercars aren’t your thing, perhaps the afterparty will be. Headlined by Peking Duk, Jet, Spiderbait, Bag Raiders, Kingswood and DJ Total Eclipse, this lineup will keep the high-octane energy running late into the night. 

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to let your hair down, this is one party you don’t wanna miss!

From $66 per person

Friday 25 October to Saturday 26 October

Surfers Paradise Street Circuit, Gold Coast

Lightscape

Invite a sense of wonder into your life this month with the arrival of Lightscape, a two-kilometre, self-guided trail under glowing tree canopies filled with colour and through sparkling tunnels of light.

Pore over neon roots bursting from the undergrowth of the Brisbane Botanic Gardens, as this immersive installation is brought to life in a warm-up for the Brisbane Festival.

With sessions running every 15 minutes, we recommend allowing yourself a leisurely 90 minutes to stroll through the experience, so you’ll have plenty of time to be mesmerised… and to get your Instagram moments, of course.

From $28 per person

Thursday 29 August to Thursday 12 October, 5.45pm until late

Brisbane Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City

Taste of Country 

The Scenic Rim is holding its inaugral Taste of Country event on Mununjali Country this month, where resident chef Olivier Boudon will partner with Muninjali traditional owners to create a menu fusing their cuisine with French dishes. 

Enjoy fine food, wine and music whilst overlooking the vineyards and Lake Wyaralong.

From $149 per person

Sunday 3 November, 12:00pm to 5:30pm

1660 Beaudesert Boonah Road, Wyaralong

The Long Sunset

Is this Australia’s most picturesque music festival? Held in the Elysian Fields in Canungra, The Long Sunset is headlined by Australian acts Matt Corby and Angie McMahon, as well as New Zealand’s soul-electronic group LEISURE.

You can also groove along to other Aussie favourites like Eliza & the Delusionals, Emma Donovan, Ngaiire and more at this dreamy festival - it’s the perfect excuse for a long weekend escape. 

From $60 per person

Friday 1 November to Sunday 3 November

3042 Beaudesert Nerang Road, Boyland

MOULD X PINOT PALOOZA: Brisbane 2024

Nothing goes together quite like wine and cheese, and you can experience the best of both worlds at the Mould x Pinot Palooza double-headliner festival this November! After selling out in May, this event is not to be missed and comes at the perfect time to start getting inspired for your festive spreads. 

Your ticket includes all wine tastings, a wine glass, a custom wine tote bag and a cooler bag for your cheese! 

From $55 per person

Friday 15 November to Saturday 16 November

Brisbane Showgrounds, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills

Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets

Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell shop at the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets this November, where the halls are decked with gourmet food trucks and artisanal stalls. 

When you’ve eaten your fill of delicious food, browse the unique stalls to find fun Christmas gift ideas, stocking stuffers, and gourmet foodie treats to take your Christmas cooking to the next level.

Free admission

Friday 15 November, 5:00pm to 9:00 pm

1 Kent Street, Beenleigh, Logan City Area

Looking for more fun things to do in Brisbane this month? See what’s happening on the foodie scene with our food news, or explore what’s on around our beautiful river city.

Don’t forget to keep us in the loop with what you get up to around the city! Tag @sitchu.brisbane in your foodie and adventure pics as you experience the best of Brisbane.