Brisbane Festival at Queen's Wharf
Dine on limited-edition bites, catch the fireworks and dance the night away, as this jam-packed precinct rings in Australia's largest international arts festival.
Overview
Brisbane Festival is almost here, with Queen's Wharf serving as a central dining and entertainment hub drenched in a bright pink hue. Running from Friday, September 5–Saturday, September 27, this 22-day festival will feature a host of groundbreaking culinary celebrations, live performances and cultural encounters, with Queen's Wharf playing a significant role in what's now recognised as Australia's largest international arts festival.
Dining is a major focus, with the precinct's top-notch restaurants rising to the occasion. Spanning the likes of Sokyo, Aloria, Cucina Regina and Black Hide Steak & Seafood, guests can expect limited-edition eats and ten-plus gastronomic experiences, from bottomless feasts to golden hour sips. Queen's Wharf will also become the Brisbane Festival's go-to vantage point for Riverfire, the event's most vibrant night.
Think dazzling fireworks alongside three cross-river bridges adorned with pop art installations by acclaimed design duo Craig & Karl. The Landing, a purpose-built, 600-seat grandstand on the river's edge, might just offer the best experience. Plus, this brand-new spot will also be prime position for two of the festival's most anticipated spectacles. That'd be Baleen Moondjan, Art Director Stephen Page's first major solo commission, celebrating First Nations culture and stories set among giant whale bones floating on the Brisbane River.
Meanwhile, visitors can catch Skylore from The Terrace, where hundreds of drones will illuminate the sky above the city. Back on solid ground, the precinct will also burst to life with headline-grabbing musical talent. Throughout the festival, catch the upbeat Latin tunes of Major Musiq, the electronic beats of Ladyhawke or the disco hits of Groove City, who close out the festivities with a galactic celebration. Don't forget to hunt down a specially created Turkish Delight Martini from the precinct's signature venues.
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