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Brisbane is home to a variety of live music and entertainment in a number of venues across the city, along with some major festivals, carnivals, sporting and community events that everyone will enjoy. To see what's on in Brisbane this month, browse through the list of events below. You can skip ahead to view events that are held later in the year, and can see what's happening this month by clicking Calendar View.

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Showing events that fall on 13 October 2017

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Occurs every week on Friday

So What is Kirtan? ... Kirtan is the singing of ancient Vedic mantras, spiritually uplifting songs, prayers and the Sacred Names of the Supreme. Rather than being a type of performance, Kirtan is a journey of self discovery. ...   ... This ancient yogic practice was traditionally accompanied with Indian instruments. In the hands and voices of...

Occurs every week on Friday

The Mantra Room at West End offers a vibrant mix of music styles combined with sacred yoga chant in a relaxed, enchanting atmosphere.  Featured kirtan leaders include Jayadharma, a popular yoga teacher whose smokey jazz influenced kirtan will have you tapping your feet and your voice soaring in response; Gayatri, with a melodic and captivating...

28 September - 1 October

Exhibition at TAFE Queensland- A showcase of six pairs of new couture shoes. The shoes will be unveiled on the night at the cocktail party. ... Business luncheon at the Sofitel Hotel- in Brisbane’s CBD. Guests will have the opportunity to bid in the silent auction for Jimmy Choo art works. The proceeds of the auction will go to supp...

30 September - 2 October

Queensland's premier LEGO® Fan Event is returning to the Chandler Arena on 30 September – 2 October 2017. The BrisBricks bi-annual expo has over the years welcomed thousands of patrons to be amazed and excited by the visually stunning exhibits and this year is set to be better than ever.   ... BrisBricks’ talented team of build...

1-31 October

Throughout the month of October, golf clubs and facilities across the country will throw open their doors and welcome people to take part in a Golf Month activity. ... Golf Month is a nationwide celebration of golf. So whether you’re new to the game, returning from a break or playing occasionally, there’s something for everyone. ... A r...

4 October

You're invited to attend #SheBrisbane's PowerUp Your Influence -Women's Networking Event with special guest Deanna Lane from FastLane Consulting Group.Are you lacking ambition and influence? Are you seeking to harness that drive and create a positive impact? Deanna Lane presents this workshop to help you in your quest for clarity, in realising...

4 October

A music business forum for students, musicians and entertainment businesses. ... Keynotes from young, successful music industry professionals. ... Live music from 4.00pm, followed by talks 5.00pm-8.30pm. ... Networking pizza provided during the event. ... Free. All welcome. Please RSVP by Monday 2 October. ... (Building Z9, Rm 540)

6-15 October

Oktoberfest Brisbane is proudly Australia’s largest German Festival and one of Brisbane’s major events! Join us over the weekends of 6-8 & 13-15 of Oktober, as we celebrate all things German. ... Bring your family and friends to the Brisbane Showgrounds and experience the atmosphere and spectacle that is Oktoberfest Brisbane. See th...

6 October - 19 November

From October 6 to November 19, the festival vibes will be in full swing at American Express Openair Cinemas on the South Bank. Join us under the woodland canopy of the Rainforest Green for an array of alternative entertainment, live music and DJ performances before the latest and greatest feature films light up the big screen. ...

6 October

This interactive murder mystery dinner is brought to you by InsideOutside Theatre and Nu Orleans Restaurant. It is an interactive performance over 3 courses. Set in London in 1976 at the home of Demon Records, various musos compete to become the face of the Royal Variety Performance under the competitive mentoring of record label owners Devlin Side...

7 October

STAND FAST 40 YEARS ON THE FRONTLINE. Sea Shepherd’s 40th Anniversary is a celebration for supporters, our boat crew and onshore volunteers past and present, along with ocean lovers. Join Sea Shepherd Brisbane for our Stand Fast Festival in support of Sea Shepherd’s 40th Anniversary, which returns to Australia this September and October...

7 October

Come along and enjoy an opportunity to shop and browse amongst stalls of handmade and locally crafted items. ... This special event welcomes families and friends to gather and celebrate our wonderful community! ... A bus will be running from the local carpark in Benabrow Avenue as parking is limited in Melrose Avenue. ... With lots of food, a vari...

7 October

Ft Mathas, Omar Musa, P.Smurf & Rapaport ... Big Village - The Big Vacation Tour - Bris Oct 7 @ The Flamin Galah ... Showcasing the sounds and visions of Sydney based hip hop record label Big Village Records, co-founders Rapaport and P.Smurf have announced that they will be joined by two of the label’s m...

7-21 October
Occurs every week on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday

For the month of October, Aspire Gallery is proud to be hosting - 'All About Colour'. As the name suggests, visitors can expect to the bright, the vibrant and definitely the colourful. ... Each artist's clever use of a multitude of colour within their pieces not only reminds us all how colours can evoke emotions, but how colour is such an important...

8 October

The 2017 Griffith Sport Toohey Trail Run will be held on Sunday 8 October. Take on the bitumen to bush, all-terrain scenic challenge from Griffith University Nathan Campus and throughout the Toohey Forest. This year we will again be hosting a 5km, 10km and 21.1km Half Marathon, providing options for all levels of fitness and a fun day out.

8 October

We would love you to join us on Sunday 8 October to celebrate the official launch of Expansion Church. ... It will be a fantastic morning for the whole family with a jumping castle for the kids and free sausage sizzle. And it won't be the same without you! ... Our heart is for this city, and that is why we are starting a fresh, dynamic, church that...

9 October

 The aim of the talk is to introduce you to the process of how change really occurs. It is for people who have spent years trying to change others with little success. It's for people whose best efforts at fixing their life aren't working. It's for people who at some level need to change but are reluctant to do so. ... This introduction w...

10 October

Brisbane WP in combination with Ey3 are proud to present FREE live WordPress seminars about how to build and manage your own web site. So whether you are a current client wanting to know more about WordPress or you are just looking for something that makes sense for a new website, our seminars will give you a great insight into how the WordPress pl...

11-18 October

Treat yourself to a 'sushi and champagne social' at Sono Japanese Restaurant with a hands-on sushi making class accompanied by champagne and lunch. ... Enjoy a glass of Louis Roederer champagne upon arrival and with your lunch. Learn how to make three kinds of Sono sushi with with hands-on teaching from Sono's specialist sushi chef. You can then en...

14 October

Fate, Family & Madness - back from a successful run at the 70th Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Gina Schien's Morgan Stern comes to QLD for one night only at Access Arts Undercover Artist Festival 2017.Morgan Stern, the latest work from AWGIE award-winning playwright Gina Schien, explores one man's experience of psychosis, the qu...

15 October

Brisbane's funnest Obstacle Course Event!  ... Join us for YMCA Rat Race - an exciting cheeesy obstacle course including an 8km scamper, fun ratty obstacles and wine and cheese festival at the end!

18 October

Join us for a glamorous evening with over 1500 new and pre-loved designer clothes, shoes, bags and accessories for sale at outlet prices. Sip on a glass of bubbles, get styling tips from some of Brisbane's top fashionistas and enjoy fashion parades showcasing some of the stunning outfits available for purchase. Every outfit you buy helps us support...

21 October

In 2017, Brisbane audiences will be treated to a good old highland fling when the international smash hit spectacular Scotland the Brave returns to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre stage for two shows on October 21st. ... Commencing a national tour in March, this sensational production has toured to Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth throug...

21 October

In the spirit of generosity and friendship we invite you to experience the wonderful benefits of a yoga lifestyle at our beautiful centre conveniently located in West End.This exciting open day begins at 8.30am with a nice gentle easy yoga asana class for a lovely warm up and all over stretch followed by a general asana class. The ge...

21 October

The Caulfield Cup Carnival’s flagship event, the Group 1 Caulfield Cup, is the world’s richest turf handicap over 2400 metres and attracts a truly global field every year. Join the Wynnum Manly Seagulls for a fun afternoon of entertainment, glamour and ofcourse betting as we lap up the Spring Racing Carnival.

22 October

Hawaiian themed tropical day of crazy ukulele fun! ... Bulimba Golf Club is hosting this jam-packed program in support of The Pyjama Founction.  ... Visit the website for full details of artists performing. ... Jumping Castle, Hula Dancers, Hula Hoops, Music, Kids Craft, Uke Workshops, One Minute Uke Shred Competition. ... Win prizes for best...

27 October

Disruption poses significant challenges for Australia’s National Electricity Market. Yet if change is a source of risk, it can also be a driver a growth. ...   ... For example, in just a few years Australia has become the world’s largest lithium producer. We are building the world’s biggest lithium ion battery. We are laying...

28 October

Just like an episode of Rage.80s and 90s music videos on the big screen screen. Nirvana, Hole, Placebo, Manson, Rammstein, Bowie,  The Cure, Blondie and lots more. Retro and nostalgic. Dance or sit in the comfy old theatre chairs as the clips play. Hosted at the safe and comfortable New Globe Theatre in Fortitude Valley. 1 min walk from the tr...

31 October - 1 November

This Halloween American Express Openair Cinemas are hosting a Halloween hoot featuring frightening food, fun and flicks.  ... As part of a terrifying two-day celebration at both the Rainforest Green in South Bank Parklands, Brisbane and Coolangatta Beach, Gold Coast the bloodthirsty clown Pennywise will be making an appearance in IT before a s...