The Best Free Things to Do in Brisbane This Month
Zero dollar shenanigans await.
Brisbane may be one of the most expensive cities in the world, but that doesn't mean folks don't put things on for free. If you know where to look (i.e. right here), you'll find free art, free classes, free parties — and sometimes even free wine. So swallow your disdain for crowds and curb your complaints about people who only go to exhibition openings for the complimentary drinks and get amongst these March events, which you can attend gloriously cash-free.
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Deadly Threads: Where Did You Get That Shirt?
Saturday, March 27 - Sunday, August 15, 2021
State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane
More than 190 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander-designed singlets, t-shirts, polo shirts and jerseys are on display at the State Library of Queensland.
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William Yang: Seeing and Being Seen
Saturday, March 27 - Sunday, August 22, 2021
Queensland Art Gallery, Brisbane
This five-month exhibition features more than 250 works by the acclaimed photographer and performance artist, spanning his five-decade career.
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Endless Summer
Thursday, March 25 - Monday, May 3, 2021
W Brisbane, Brisbane City
Keep the warm weather vibes going with spritzes and seafood by the river.
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Big City Barbecue
Friday, March 26, 2021
King George Square, Brisbane
Finish off your Friday with bratwurst, burgers and beverages in King George Square.
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Pups and Pies
Sunday, March 28, 2021
Pie Town, West End
A pie-fuelled party where your pupper can grab a slice, too.
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South City Square Autumn Pop-Up Markets
Sunday, March 28, 2021
South City Square, Woolloongabba
You'll feel like you're wandering around a European-style market hall at this inner east mix of stalls and food trucks.
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Curious Conversations
Saturday, March 13, 2021, Tuesday, March 16, 2021, Saturday, March 20, 2021 and Thursday, March 25, 2021
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane
Hosted by lauded Aussie journalist Benjamin Law, this free talk series will have you thinking outside the box.
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Ben & Jerry's Easter Hunt 2021
Thursday, March 18 - Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Online
The ice cream giant is giving away 50,000 free scoops across Australia and New Zealand.
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Brisbane's Biggest Clothing Garage Sale 2021
Saturday, March 20, 2021, Saturday, April 17, 2021 and Saturday, May 29, 2021
Bizzell's Garage, Paddington
Head to Paddington for a huge treasure trove of vintage finds.
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Jazz Thursdays 2021
Thursday, March 18, 2021
The Walrus Club, Toowong
Smooth whiskey and silky tunes.
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Park Vibes 2021
Saturday, March 20, 2021
Pine Rivers Park, Strathpine
Food trucks, brews, live tunes and fireworks, all in Brisbane's north.
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Gigs & Picnics 2021
Saturday, March 27, 2021, Saturday, April 24, 2021, Saturday, May 29, 2021 and Saturday, June 26, 2021
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, Brisbane City
Food trucks and free music in the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens.
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Gin and Tonic Garden Party
Sunday, March 14, 2021, Sunday, March 21, 2021 and Sunday, March 28, 2021
Byblos Portside, Hamilton
Sip G&Ts by the river every Sunday in March.
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Beyond the Sand Art Festival
Saturday, March 13 - Sunday, March 21, 2021
The Esplanade, Surfers Paradise, Surfers Paradise
Large-scale artworks, installations and sand sculptures are taking over Surfers Paradise.
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Milton Markets: Autumn Seasonal Flavours — Green Edition
Sunday, March 21, 2021
Milton Markets, Milton
This weekly westside shopping gathering is throwing an eco-friendly autumn shindig.
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The Wickham's 135th Birthday Week
Monday, March 8 - Sunday, March 14, 2021
The Wickham, Fortitude Valley
Celebrate the Fortitude Valley pub's big occasion with drinks, drag, DJs and hanging out in the beer garden.
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Toto's 'Africa' Appreciation Night 2021
Wednesday, March 24, 2021
Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley
Hear the drums echoing over and over again.
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Plant Empire Autumn Market 2021
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Plant Empire, Yeerongpilly
Slinging greenery, pots, ceramics, crafts and more.
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Tammy Law: Fractured Dreams & Indefinite Scars
Friday, February 5 - Sunday, April 18, 2021
Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane
The Museum of Brisbane's latest exhibition explores forced migration and intergenerational trauma.
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Mardi Gras Celebrations at Toombul
Thursday, February 18 - Sunday, March 14, 2021
Toombul Shopping Centre, Nundah
Step into a room filled with mirror balls and play drag queen bingo.
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Valley Laneway Markets 2021
Saturday, February 20, 2021, Saturday, March 6, 2021, Saturday, March 20, 2021 and Saturday, April 3, 2021
Bakery, Winn and California Lanes, Fortitude Valley
Browse your way through Fortitude Valley's laneways twice a month.
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World Science Festival Brisbane 2021
Wednesday, March 24 - Sunday, March 28, 2021
Various Brisbane venues, Brisbane
New York's science extravaganza returns to Brisbane.
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Feel Good Program 2021
Monday, January 25 - Saturday, March 27, 2021
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane
Everything is better when it's free — especially exercise.
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Yoga in the Park 2021
Saturday, January 23, 2021
Waterfront Park, Newstead
Salute the sun first thing on a Saturday morning.
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Barks & Brews 2021
Sunday, January 24, 2021, Sunday, February 28, 2021, Sunday, March 28, 2021 and Sunday, April 25, 2021
The Brightside, Brisbane
Take your dog for a drink at The Brightside.
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Cut Copy: Brisbane Music Posters 1977–87
Monday, September 28, 2020 - Sunday, May 9, 2021
State Library of Queensland, South Brisbane
Peer at artwork from Brisbane's live music history.
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Brisbane Record Fair 2021
Saturday, January 16, 2021, Saturday, February 13, 2021 and Saturday, March 13, 2021
Aspley Central, Aspley
Flick through thousands of LPs and 45s.
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Curiocity Brisbane 2021
Friday, March 12 - Sunday, March 28, 2021
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane
Interactive installations are popping up all around town at this city-wide art fest.
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Unfinished Business: The Art of Gordon Bennett
Saturday, November 7, 2020 - Sunday, March 21, 2021
Queensland Art Gallery, Brisbane
This QAGOMA exhibition features both familiar and unseen works by the famed Queensland artist.
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Motorcycles On Screen
Saturday, November 28, 2020 - Sunday, April 25, 2021
GOMA, South Brisbane
Get revved up with these classic and recent motorbike flicks.
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Sunny Side Up
Monday, November 30, 2020 - Sunday, April 18, 2021
Various locations across Brisbane, Brisbane
This new outdoor exhibition splashes artworks about Brisbane across the city's public spaces.
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Bauhaus Now
Friday, September 18, 2020 - Sunday, April 18, 2021
Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane
Survey the work of an influential German art school — and the designs it inspired.
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Know My Name: Australian Women Artists 1900 to Now
Friday, November 13, 2020 - Sunday, July 4, 2021
National Gallery of Australia, Parkes
This summer, catch the NGA's blockbuster exhibition that's bringing women into the spotlight.