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Find out what’s on in Brisbane this month in our March events guide.
This month in Brisbane (March 2026) is about settling into a slower pace after the buzz of summer. We’re all about the lingering warmth and a sun with less bite, early autumn picnics and balmy evening strolls. On our March schedule, you’ll find everything from late-night shopping evenings to free exhibitions, things to do with kids, weekend markets and even a margarita trail, alongside our editor’s top picks. Ready to make the most of what we’re convinced is the best month of the year?
Read on for all the details you need to plan the perfect March in Brisbane.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
James St Up Late
An annual highlight, James St Up Late is back again with its highly anticipated street wide party, brimming with exclusive discounts, in-store competitions, gifts with purchases and customised food and drink offers. Highlights include 50% off at Mister Zimi, 20% off at Bec + Bridge & St Agni and 10% off RATIONALE products.
Where : James Street
When: Thursday 19th March, 5pm to 8pm
Cost: Free to participate
Best For: Shopping, Fashion lovers, Food & Drink, Date night, Group catch-ups
Need to know: There will be 1000 exclusive party bags worth $500 each up for grabs for the first attendees to make a purchase. Be in it to win it! Party bags might also include a ‘lucky dip’ prizes that includes an overnight stay At The Calile Hotel and a Mitchell Olgivie made to measure jacket.
Festivals & Major Events
World Science Festival Brisbane
Back again for it’s 11th year, World Science Festival Brisbane is continuing its mission to inspire curiosity with a jam-packed event schedule, perfect for all ages. There will be robo wars, live sessions by Dr Karl, an Ask an Astronaut talk with Katherine Bennell-Pegg and so much more.
Where: Events will be taking place across the city but will be centered around Queensland Museum and South Bank Cultural Centre
When: 20th March to 29th March
Cost: A mix of free and ticketed events
Best For: Families, Kids, Festivals, Education, School holidays
Need to know: Program includes Robo Wars, live sessions with Dr Karl and an ‘Ask an Astronaut’ talk with Katherine Bennell-Pegg.
Apple & Grape Harvest Festival, Stanthorpe
This iconic harvest festival, dedicated to the produce of the granite belt, is back again for its 60th year. Across two weeks, everyone and anyone is invited to participate in the packed events schedule that includes ticketed and free events. Think street parades, the famous grape crush, food markets, buskers and a gala ball.
Where: Stanthorpe (main festival hub centres around High and Maryland Streets)
When: Thursday 5th March to Sunday 8th March & Thursday 12th March to Sunday 15th March
Cost: Tickets from $20, some free events
Best For: Festivals, Food & Drink, Family-friendly, Regional travel, Community events
Need to know: Whilst the event runs across 10 days, the main events take place on the weekend of the 6th to 8th March
Eat & Drink
Sample Mexico City’s Finest Tacos Right Here in Brisbane
A Michelin Guide-recommended Mexico city taqueria is popping up in Howard Smith Wharves this March in a delicious La Mexicana takeover. The two-week residency will see two chefs from El Vilsito serve up their celebrated tacos, paired with margaritas, Mexican cocktails and entertainment.
Where: Howard Smith Wharves
When: Thursday 5th March to Sunday 8th March & Thursday 12th March to Sunday 15th March
Cost: Tacos individually priced
Best For : Food & Drink, Date night, Group catch-ups, New openings, Mexican cuisine
Need to know: Don’t miss this chance to sample El Vilsito’s iconic tacos al pastor, which have been a staple of this Mexico City favourite for over forty years!
Frose Sundays at Ovolo Brisbane
Sunday scaries? Distract yourself with Ovolo Brisbane x Château Minuty’s Frosé Sip N Dip Sundays. Taking place each Sunday in March, you’re invited to spend two glorious hours sipping on bottomless Chateau Minuty Frosé, whilst lounging poolside with a backdrop of soulful tunes.
Where: 1000 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
When: Every Sunday in March, 12pm to 2pm and 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Cost: $79 per person
Best For: Food & Drink, Poolside sessions, Date night, Group catch-ups
Need to know: Each session includes a welcome cocktail on arrival, followed by two hours of bottomless Chateau Minuty Frosé, a chef-curated selection of tastes from the menu, full pool access, a fresh towel, and a reserved table
March into Margarita Trail
Head to one of Brisbane’s favourite city nooks this March for an afternoon of bar hopping. You’ll get to follow a curated trail through different venues, each slinging a signature margarita. Once you’ve finished making your way through the trail, be sure to hang around to soak up the electric atmosphere and live DJs. Tickets are limited and available to purchase here.
Where: Fish Lane
When: Saturday 21st March, 2pm to 5pm
Cost: $95 per person
Best For: Food & Drink, Nightlife, Group catch-ups, Date night, Bar hopping
Need to know: Included in the ticket price is six margarita tokens to redeem across participating venues
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Art, Culture & Performance
Olafur Eliasson: Presence
Don’t miss this immersive exhibition by Berlin-based artist Olafur Eliasson, challenging viewers perceptions via major installations, sculptures, photo series and more. Exclusive to Brisbane, the interactive exhibition is designed to be a collaboration between viewers and the artist, commenting on how we give shape to our experience of the world and how that differs person to person. The one directive? Be present.
Highlights include Riverbed 2014, a recreation of a rocky stream with running water, and The Cubic Structural Evolution Project 2004, an all white lego city that is built and rebuilt by viewers as the exhibition progresses.
Where : Stanley Place, South Brisbane
When : Until 12th July 2026
Cost: From $14 per person
Best For : Art lovers, Cultural experiences, Exhibitions, Family-friendly, Interactive experiences
Need to know: You can score 50% off tickets on the first Tuesday of every month
Markets & Shopping
Fashion Thrift Society
One of our favourite ways to score new threads, Fashion Thrift Society is back with stall after stall of local brands, handmade clothing and one-of-a-kind items. There will also be plenty of other fun things to get involved in, including photo booths, piercings, tattoos, henna, permanent jewellery and DJs.
Where: 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills
When: Saturday 28th March to Sunday 29th March, 10am to 4pm
Cost: Tickets range between $0 and $15
Best For : Markets, Shopping, Fashion, Budget-friendly, Group catch-ups
Need to know: Expect racks of pre-loved and handmade fashion, plus DJs, piercings, tattoos, henna and permanent jewellery across the weekend.
Outdoors & Active
Enjoy a Free City Tour
Brisbane is full of passionate locals and this free city service is proof. Whether you’re looking to orient yourself on a trip to the city, or are a local keen to dive a little deeper and glean some new tips, the 8 tours on offer all deliver. Opt to uncover a new suburb or get the lowdown on the city of Brisbane itself, learn about penal history or 21st century Brisbane. They even have tours available in 20 different languages!
Head here for details on available tours.
Where: Brisbane CBD
When : Ongoing
Cost: Free
Best For : Free things to do, Cultural experiences, Visitors, Local insights, Walking tours
Need to know : Choose from eight tour options covering Brisbane’s history, suburbs and modern city stories, with tours available in 20 different languages.
Free Things To Do
Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
Exclusive to the Museum of Brisbane, this exhibit connects audiences with the world’s oldest living culture through wearable art. Curated in collaboration with sustainable and Aboriginal-owned label Magpie Goose, the collection features First Nations creatives from across the country, with a particular focus on South East Queensland. Journey through the stories, textures and processes of different communities, whilst learning more about sustainability and fashion in Australia.
Where: Level 3, City Hall
When: Until 5th October 2026
Cost: Free of charge
Best For: Art lovers, Cultural experiences, Exhibitions, Fashion, Education
Need to know: Curated in collaboration with Aboriginal-owned label Magpie Goose, the exhibition spotlights First Nations creatives, with a focus on South East Queensland, exploring wearable art, sustainability and storytelling.
Coming Soon
Dog Lovers Festival
Dog-lovers assemble because Brisbane’s biggest dog festival is back. Across two days, you’ll be spoilt with plenty of action, from displays of speed, skill and teamwork to one of the biggest doggie supermarkets you’ll ever have the pleasure of browsing. There will also be a breed showcase, adoption zone and a slew of expert presenters, sharing their expertise.
Where: Brisbane Showgrounds
When : Saturday 16th May to Sunday 17th May, 9am to 5pm
Cost : From $38.66
Best For : Families, Dog lovers, Festivals, Community events, Kids
Need to know: You will need two seperate tickets if you’d like to attend both days
What’s On This Month in Brisbane: FAQs
Some of the standout events in Brisbane this March include James St Up Late, the World Science Festival Brisbane, the Apple & Grape Harvest Festival in Stanthorpe and the March into Margarita Trail in Fish Lane. From late-night shopping and major science talks to regional harvest celebrations and city-wide margarita hopping, there’s plenty to fill your calendar.
March is a strong month for food lovers. El Vilsito’s Mexico City taco pop-up at Howard Smith Wharves is bringing Michelin Guide-recommended flavours to town, while Frosé Sip N Dip Sundays at Ovolo Brisbane offer two-hour bottomless poolside sessions. You can also join the March into Margarita Trail for an afternoon of bar hopping through Fish Lane.
Olafur Eliasson: Presence at the Gallery of Modern Art invites visitors into immersive installations, including a rocky riverbed experience and a collaborative LEGO city build. At the Museum of Brisbane, Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose explores wearable art and First Nations storytelling through fashion, with a focus on South East Queensland creatives.
World Science Festival Brisbane returns with a packed program including Robo Wars, live sessions with Dr Karl and an ‘Ask an Astronaut’ talk with Katherine Bennell-Pegg. The Apple & Grape Harvest Festival in Stanthorpe also delivers parades, markets, buskers and a gala ball across two weekends.
Families can explore the hands-on installations at Olafur Eliasson: Presence, catch interactive sessions at World Science Festival Brisbane or head to the Apple & Grape Harvest Festival for parades, markets and community celebrations. The free Brisbane city walking tours also offer an engaging way to discover the city’s history.
You can join a free Brisbane city walking tour in the CBD, explore Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose at the Museum of Brisbane, or take part in James St Up Late without a ticket. Several World Science Festival Brisbane events are also free to attend.
Dog Lovers Festival arrives at the Brisbane Showgrounds on 16th and 17th May, bringing two full days of breed showcases, adoption zones, expert talks and high-energy displays. It’s one for families and devoted dog enthusiasts alike, with action running from 9am to 5pm each day.
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.
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