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

Now that we’re one month into Autumn, Brisbane has just started thinking about cooling down. The mood around town is sundowner strolls, supper clubs and wineries… and we’re not looking back.

Whether you’re planning a long weekend escape, or adding to your bucket list of places to eat in 2025, we’ll be right by your side every step of the way.

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

What’s on in Brisbane This Month – Eat & Drink

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Brisbane Gin Festival 

Here’s one for the gin lovers! Returning for its fourth year, the Brisbane Gin Festival is coming to the Exhibition Building at the Brisbane Showgrounds. 

Throughout the day, you can enjoy tasting sessions from some of their favourite distillers, as well as newcomers who you hae yet to discover. Your ticket includes a complimentary tote bag, tasting glass, and Long Rays soda and tonic to complement your tasting sessions.

Want to get your hands in the mix? Join the Kendor Distillery Masterclass and craft your very own signature blend to take home. 

4th – 6th April 2025
From $70 per person

Exhibition Building, Brisbane Showgrounds, Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills

What’s on in Brisbane: Health & Wellness

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Feel Good Program

Get fit for free this season, with an outdoor exercise program that will get your blood pumping! South Bank is continuing its partnership with Goodlife Health Clubs to bring 13 classes per week that suit a range of abilities.

Each class is led by an experienced Goodlife trainer and ranges from mat pilates, Zumba, Body Balance, Abs Butts & Thighs and more.

Plus, Saturday morning participants can enjoy a free coffee to get their energy fix before (or after!) their workout.

Free admission

Saturday 1st March to Thursday 1st May

Flowstate & the Boat Pool, South Bank Parklands

What’s on in Brisbane This Month – Art & Culture

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We Call It Ballet: Sleeping Beauty

It’s Sleeping Beauty, like you’ve never seen it before. Fusing classical ballet with modern technology, the dancers will light up the stage with illuminated, glow in the dark costumes. 

The combination of their elegant movement, floating through space as they leap across the stage, with the careful costume design, makes for a ballet performance that leaves a lasting impression.

Limited dates

The Princess Theatre, 8 Annerley Road, Woolloongabba 

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. 

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

Until 20th May

Level Q, Uptown, 91 Queen Street, Brisbane

What’s on in Brisbane This Month – Fun & Festivals

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Kalbar Sunflower Farm Festival

Sunflower fields, forever. Take a scenic trip to the Scenic Rim this month by heading out to the Kalbar Flower Farm to see the sunflower fields in full bloom! With ample photo ops, food trucks with local produce and your very own fresh sunflowers to pick and take home, this is the perfect chance to get out of the city, breathe in some fresh air and enjoy. 

Wander through the rows of sunflowers that tower over you and count the happy bees and lady beetles as you go. 

Pooches are welcome, so you can also snap plenty of content for their pupstagram. 

Sitchu Tip: Take gloves, secateurs and a bucket to carry your sunflowers… they’re a little stickier than you might think! 

Entry from $32 per person

Friday 2nd May to Sunday 4th May

56 Warumkarie Road, Kalbar

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025

In need of a laugh? Say no more. Over 350 hilarious acts are taking the stage in May, as part of the Brisbane Comedy Festival 2025! Spread across four of the city’s most iconic venues, local and international acts such as Arj Barker, Chris Ryan, Emma Holland and so many more. 

Wednesday 23rd April to Monday 5th May

Various locations

Bluey’s World

Make your little ones dreams come true with and interactive Bluey’s World experience at Northshore Pavilion. During your visit, you’ll help bring one of the Garden Gnomes to life, with the help of the mischievous fairies. Then, help the Gnomes have the best day ever by heading into the house to play with Bluey and Bingo! 

There are games, puzzles and clues to solve along the way that ensure this experience provides non-stop entertainment, laughs and joy.

Until 14 September 2025

$64.90 per person

Northshore Pavilion, 281 MacArthur Avenue Northshore, Hamilton

Blanc De Blanc Encore

After a tour around the nation and back-to-back seasons at The Grand Electric in Surry Hills, Blanc de Blanc is set to dazzle audiences this month in Brisbane at the West End Electric!

You’ll feel as if you’ve arrived at one of Gatsby’s famous parties when you step through the doors, with the show bringing its signature hedonistic and glamorous energy to the stage. Expect astonishing aerial work, risque humour, vintage French flair and iconic dance numbers – like all Strut n Fret productions, this show is not to be missed!

From $75 per person

Until 28th June

The West End Electric, 125 Boundary Street, West End

What’s on in Brisbane Beyond This Month – May

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KAILO Wellness Summit 

In an Australian first, KAILO Medispa is bringing some of Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic goop team down under to talk all things health and wellness. The two-day KAILO Wellness Summit will be held at The Star Brisbane for day one, followed by a second day at The Calile Hotel, home of the Medispa. 

The Summit will be hosted by Magdalena Roze, and will include a live panel discussion curated by goop’s editors that will debunk health trends while discussing the secrets to ageing gracefully.

Speakers at The KAILO Summit include sexologist and relationship expert Chantelle Otten, Former Australian of the year and Paralympic gold medallist Dylan Alcott, celebrity trainer Jay Cardellio (former PT of J-Lo and Jay-Z), Longevity Expert and stem cell pioneer, Dr Adeel Khan (Doctor of Chris Hemsworth), Australia’s top fertility specialist, reproductive endocrinologist and gynaecologist Dr Devini, human design expert Krystal Woods, award-winning chiropractor and founder of Spinal Energetics Dr Sarah Jane.

What’s more, each guest will go home with an exclusive goop goodie bag worth over $600. 

Sitchu Tip: Sitchu readers will score $100 off their ticket price with code: SITCHU. 

Book now 

Tickets from $499 per person

Multiple locations

Big Gay Day 2025

Dig out your jorts and inflatable purses, because Big Gay Day is back and ready to take you over the rainbow this year with a cute Y2K theme! 

This year, the festival is headlined by none other than Peach PRC and The Presets supported by acts like Jimi the Kween, Lazy Susan, Freya Armani and so many more. As always, proceeds from the festival will be donated to charity, to support organisations that service the LGBTIQA+ communities. This year’s recipients are the Open Doors Youth Service.

Start planning your costume and book your tickets here! 

Tickets from $80 per person

The Wickham, 308 Wickham Street, Fortitude Valley 

Paniyiri

Brisbane’s favourite food fiesta returns in May, and tickets are now on sale! Paniyiri is Australia’s longest-running Greek festival, and this year marks its 48th event. Spanning two days of spectacular food, dance, music and art, it’s a delicious and delightful way to spend a day soaking up the energy of Greek culture and heritage.

Watch cooking demonstrations, dance performances, competitions and so much more this year at Paniyiri.

From $19.90 per person

Saturday 17th May to Sunday 18th May

Musgrave Park and The Greek Club, Edmondstone Street, South Brisbane

GourMay Mary Valley Food Program 

Experience the best of the region’s beautiful produce during the GourMay Mary Valley Food Program–one of Brisbane’s most underrated foodie destinations. Just 45 minutes inland from Noosa is a region rich in fertile soil and microclimates that provide the perfect conditions for producing absolutely beautiful food. 

The program is bursting with food, art and cultural events that allow you to experience the best of this area, and discover a whole little world that you didn’t even know existed in the Mary Valley. 

Saturday 10th May, 9:00 am to 3:00pm
Free entry

​Imbil Town Square & Rail Park

GABS Beer Festival

Sample beers beyond your wildest dreams at the GABS Beer Festival this May, with over 100 new and exclusive brews on offer. Building the longest bar in Australia (at 30 metres), you can try out Vegemite Toast Beer, Rainbow Ice Cream Cone Beer, Sav Blanc Beer, Cherry Cola Beer and so many more weird and wonderful flavours.

World-renowned German brewery Schlenkerla, one of only two breweries left in the world who dry their malt with an open fire, will also be in attendance! If you’ve ever wanted to try their iconic “Smoke Flavoured Beer”, this is your chance. 

If you’re not into beer, there will also be wine, food, music and entertainment to keep you occupied through the festival.

Friday 23rd May to Saturday 24th of May 

From $42 per person
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Merivale Street, South Brisbane

What’s on in Brisbane Beyond Next Month – June 2025

DRM BBQ Fest Distillery Road Market

Consider yourself the queen or king of the grill? Put it to the test at the Distillery Road Market’s 2025 BBQ Fest! Turning the Market’s outdoor precinct into a meat lover’s paradise and competition area, it will bring together the best of Queensland’s barbecue vendors and pitmasters. 

Saturday 14th June, 11:00 am to 9:00pm
Free entry
Distillery Road Market, Eagleby

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.