Brisbane Event Calendar

A Thousand Words showcases portraits by artists Cheryl Creed and Nickeema Williams as they capture Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identities in fleeting moments in time. Kuril dhagun showcases and explores Queensland’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history and cultures through exhibitions, installations and programme...

Barefoot Fun Lawn Bowls for individuals, groups and families. BBQ or self catering. Bookings to Sue on 0475 908 244 or email events@nsbc.com.au. Any interested persons wanting to try bowls and receive FREE coaching can contact the club on 3359 2142 or email bowls@nsbc.com.au. You are always Welcome at Northern Suburbs Bowls Club. Contact us or call...

Commemorate the Queenslanders that served our country in the First World War, with State Library of Queensland’s Distant Lines: Queensland voices of the First World War exhibition. ... From the home front to the war front, you can explore the unique Queensland experience of the war — before, during, and after. With exhibitions and event...

DIYOSA is a showcase of works by Brisbane artist Mosessa that explore womanhood within different cultures. Featuring candy-colored exotic beauties from far away lands, each girl is inspired by their own muses and embellished in gold.The exhibition will be running from Saturday, April 25 at 7:30 pm to Saturday, May 9.For more information, please vis...

Julie Cane's exhibition 'Nature's Bount' Challenges the traditional ideal of the 'fruit and flowers' still life, focusing on the importance of decay in the world around us while capturing the subjects inherent beauty. ...   ... Winning the 2014 Lethbridge 10 000 small scale art award, Julie Cane is recognised for her compelling colours, bounti...

Flying Arts are please to welcome the 'Way Out West' exhibition, presented by Vast Arts, to the Judith Wright Centre Shopfront Gallery. From the 29th of April through to the 15th of May, the gallery will be filled with works of incredible creatives from the western Queensland region.Way out West: Life. Place. Red Dirt.The 'Way out West' exhibition...

Join Countryfavourites Lee Kernaghan, Beccy Cole, Jetty Road and Simply Bushed, or mix itup with Indie outfits Augie March, British India and The Beards. With heapsmore artists still to be announced, Urban will be bigger than ever before, from1 – 3 May, 2015. ... Like no other festival experience in the country, Urbanblends its distinct mix o...

“Give First Aid” is a reputed first aid training organisation based in Sunshine Coast. The organisation conducts a wide range of first aid & allied training courses in every month. The purpose behind organizing first aid training courses is to provide a learning platform to first aid education aspirants across Queensland and surroun...

The Murmur of Surfaces is a Moreton Bay Regional Council ArtCollection In Perspective exhibition that showcases the strength and diversity of Sharon Jewell’s artistic career to date. The title, Murmur of Surfaces, refers both to the material and compositional emphasis of much of the work in this exhibition. The drawings in her new body of wor...

This exhibition features new works by L.M. Noonan developed with the intention to be ‘authentic’ not original. When creating works for this exhibition, Noonan has challenged our known notions of collage as a picture-making process, instead creating moments of abstract connection between elements seemingly disparate and dissimilar. ... P...

... Our annual QUT Classic kicks off on Sunday 3 May at 8am, with scenic 1km, 5km and 10km routes around Brisbane CBD, South Bank, and West End. ... Enjoy Early Bird rates from $15, and FREE limited edition QUT Classic T-shirts for the first 1,000 who register by 31 March! 15% discounts are also available for teams of 4+ for our 5km and...

Step out with friends and family on Sunday 3 May 2015 and take part in Two Feet and a Heartbeat, a Charity Walk to help beat Childhood Heart Disease – the leading cause of infant death in Australia. ...   ... Did you know the human heart begins to beat at 21 days after conception? The Two Feet and a Heartbeat course is 2.1km long, a simp...

So many online options... websites, portfolios, galleries, social media, networking and more. Which of these tools will work best for you and your business?This workshop will introduce participants to the abundance of options available to establish an online presence and discuss the pros and cons of each. It will provide the insight necessary to he...

Do you like something a little bit different in your art and design? From the 6th - 23rd of May is hosting Edgy Art & Design an exhibition of jewellery, designs and art showcasing some of Queensland's most daringly innovative artists and designers who want to show you work with intense qualities, emotions and excitement. Featuring: Charli Eva...

Mummy’s Wish is set to host their big annual event, Mummy’s Wish Winter Wonderland 2015 Charity Ball and Auction on Saturday 9 May at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. ...   ... Bound to get you off your seat and on the dance floor, Groove Elements will bring their soulful energy and cool sounds from Salsa and Jazz to...

The Birman Cat Fanciers Club of Qld are having their 25th Annual all-breeds cat show on Saturday 9th May at Bracken Ridge State High School, 68 Barfoot Street, Bracken Ridge. The doors will be open to the public between 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with a charge of $2:00 per adult, $1:00 per child, or $5:00 per family. ... The show will be one of the larges...

Helping to raise vital funds for Mummy's Wish and continue to provide practical support and assistance to Mums fighting cancer. Mummy’s Wish Winter Wonderland 2015 Charity Ball and Auction is a night of fine food and live entertainment by local sensation Groove Elements, plus to-die-for live and silent auctions.

About the Event ... The Festival of Chariots is one of the oldest and continuously celebrated festivals in the world. It involves the pulling of large chariots through city streets, and is coming through the streets of Brisbane CBD on May 9th this year. ... The procession culminates in a free, community festival in the prestigious King George Squar...

Pull up a cushion, pour a cuppa, and learn a new skill in the lush setting of the Talking Circle as the featured artist demonstrates a technique that is fundamental to their practice. Create a range of handmade arts and crafts under the direction of talented Indigenous arts-workers. This workshop is part of the A Thousand Words exhibition. ... A Th...

Spoil your Mum with a spectacular day on the water this Mother's Day Sunday, 10th May 2015. ... Boarding one of Brisbane's most iconic vessels, your family will enjoy amazing views of this magnificent city to the sounds of live jazz, playing thoughout the day. ... The gourmet buffet lunch menu is guaranteed to please and let's not forget dessert -...

Come and join Jane and Sergio Ianniello for opening drinks at their Noirscapes & Naturescapes art exhibition at Percolator Gallery Paddington Brisbane 134 Latrobe Terrace from 2.30-4.30pm Saturday 16th May.  See Jane's art on http://noirscapes.com and Sergio's art on http://www.indigoart.com.au

The ILLUMI RUN is the ultimate party on the run. Light up the night as you run through ILLUMI glow water and experience electrifying music in the ILLUMI dance zones! The fun continues after the run, with the ultimate paint and music filled party! For runners, dancers and party-lovers, it is a chance to be part of the wildest party run! However...

The way children view this world is very different from how adults view it. A child's view is full of wonder, amazement, excitement, innocence, mischief and simplicity. A child imbibes things from the environment around it and expresses ideas that it has acquired from observation. ... And for a child, parents form a big part of the child’s en...

The Red Run Classic is a fundraising run/walk for Haemophilia Foundation Australia & Haemophilia Foundation Queensland.  Funds raised will provide programs and services for the bleeding disorders community in Queensland and across the nation. ... Join hundreds of other women, men, teenagers, children and families to have fun while raising...

Located just 32 kilometres north from Toowoomba, the picturesque hamlet of Hampton will play host to the annual Hampton Festival in May, celebrating the very best of the region’s produce, food and creative culture. ... Held at Chapman Park on Sunday 17 May, this year’s Hampton Festival will welcome popular chef and foodie, Dominique Riz...

Confetti Fair is a boutique fair for all things party, bringing the products and inspiration to experienced and novice party planners alike. Set amongst beautiful surroundings, Confetti Fair brings to you 45 vendors - ranging from cakes and sweets, to photography and styling - helping you plan and throw a celebration of any kind. Amongst the excite...

UMI Arts and Flying Arts invite you to the launch and exhibition of Freshwater Saltwater 2: 'Existence'.Where: Shopfront Gallery, Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary ArtsWhen: Launch - 6pm, Wednesday the 20th May, 2015.Cost: Free entry. Light refreshments provided; cash bar.RSVP: http://ow.ly/MMeivLet your friends know that you're going, and set y...

This exhibition presents a selection of new large canvasses created over the last two years. Arena's visual language plays with representational and abstract elements in her paintings. Arena wants to suggest figurative references in avoiding a direct narrative. The transposition of the mental image on the canvas brings interrogation to the pictoria...

A BOAT SHOW AND SO MUCH MORE ... Set amongst the largest shipyards and manufacturing plants in Australia at the Gold Coast Marine Precinct, the not-for-profit Expo allows visitors to experience a truly unique behind the scenes view of our marine industry. ... Dubbed as Australia’s only ‘Working Boat Show’ the Expo featur...

Putting on your own production can be a very exiciting experience, but can also be very demanding. Creative Drinks have put together a panel of experts covering music, dance, theatre and opera with an insight into these industries.  ... A Questions and Answers session will be held for Brisbane’s aspiring creative entrepreneurs to le...

On the back of yet another marquee festival announcement with the regional Groovin The Moo in April/May, the unstoppable time-traveling maestro – Hot Dub Time Machine – announces the ONE AND ONLY Australian tour for 2015.  ...   ... Arguably one of Australia’s most popular entertainers, Hot Dub Time Machine has had an en...

Ever wished you could relive your wedding day? ... Did the day go too quickly or things didn't go to plan? ... Here is your chance to be a bride again with the Brides Ball Brisbane in 2015! ... We welcome all guests to attend this event whether in wedding attire or not.  ... TICKETS INCLUDE: ... 3 hour selected wine and beer package starting a...

W H A T  I S  I T ? ... Welcoming you to the Autumn edition of Fix Restaurant & Wine Bar, Bridal Open Day. With the venue showing off the lasts trends + styles in reception styling, delectable tasty canapés to sample and fun creative minds eager to bring your imagination to life for your special day. ... A  L I T T L E&nbs...

Queensland Herb Society Inc. is proud to present:Herb Awareness…1 DAY ONLY – Don't miss out!Sunday 24th May 2015For everyone who wants to learn more about growing and using herbs.  ... • Discover a wide range of medicinal and culinary herbs and plants for sale.• Browse a vast selection of he...

Join us for networking drinks followed by a panel discussion about entrepreneurial marketing to discuss regarding Innovative Thinking to Create or Re-Invigorate your Brand.  Our panel will cover:- Entrepreneurial marketing and thinking- What makes a brand successful, and what to do when you have a failing brandDate: Tuesday, 26 May 2015Time: 6...

The Art of Meditation (AOM) is a powerful yet effortless technique that allows the conscious mind to experience the silent depths of its own nature. AOM is also known as Sahaj Samadhi. Sahaj, in Sanskrit, means effortless and Samadhi is the silent yet lively state of awareness that lies at the source of thought – a state beyond waking, sleepi...

During National Palliative Care Week 2015, Palliative Care Australia are hosting free trivia nights across the country on Friday 29 May 2015. Please come for a fun night and raise awareness for palliative care.  

Encircle, in partnership with The Benevolent Society and The Smith Family, will be holding an Under 5s Day to support young children and their families in getting ready for Kindy!The event is a great opportunity for young children and their families to connect and engage with local early childhood education services and local services for chil...

Progressive Catering invites you to join us in our kitchen for an amazingculinary experience. ...   ... Our kitchen will become a unique restaurant for your ultimate dining experience, where you can watch all the action up close and personal. ... You will have a great view of the preparation and dressing of dishes, as they are finished off to...

Alzheimer’s Australia (Qld) 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner ... A Night to Remember ... Friday 29 May, 2015 ... Grand Ballroom, Stamford Plaza Brisbane ...   ... Arrival drinks and canapés at 6pm ... Dinner and entertainment from 7pm ...  Join us for an exceptional black tie affair to celebrate our achievements from 2005. ... &n...