The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This April
From a huge comedy festival and Hans Zimmer live to a gin celebration and Easter markets, here's what's on the agenda in and around Brisbane in April.
Want to know what's on in Brisbane in April? A lot happens in this big, bustling city of ours, especially at the end of the year. When it comes to Brisbane events, think: film festivals one day, exhibitions another, then everything from booze-fuelled shindigs to excuses to get outdoors in between. And, of course, there's always more around the corner. That means that there's plenty to look forward to and plenty of awesomeness to fill your diary to the brim.
To help you plot things out, make plans with the gang and make the most of every moment, we've rounded up the best things to do in Brisbane in April. Don't say you don't have anything to do across the month.
Recommended reads:
The Best Things to Do in Brisbane This Week
What's On in Brisbane this Weekend
The Best TV Shows and Films to Watch This Month
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Live at Melbourne Street Green
Multiple single dates
QPAC, South Bank
Here's one way to end the working week: by listening to live tunes for free on QPAC's Melbourne Street Green on Friday afternoons.
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Skyline Cinema
Thu, 3 Apr, 2025
Queen's Wharf Brisbane, Brisbane City
This openair cinema on Queen's Wharf's Leisure Deck is Brisbane's latest spot to watch a movie under the stars.
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Monster Fest Weekender III Part 2: The Spawning
Fri, 4 Apr - Sun, 6 Apr 2025
Event Cinemas Brisbane City, Brisbane City
From 'I Still Know What You Did Last Summer' and 'Return to Oz' to 'The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2' and 'Robocop 2', this three-day film fest is filled with follow-up flicks.
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Sex Pistols Featuring Frank Carter: Australian Tour 2025
Wed, 9 Apr, 2025
Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
Anarchy in Australia: the iconic punk-rock band are touring Down Under for the first time in almost 30 years.
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Writers Revealed: Treasures From the British Library and National Portrait Gallery, London
Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 3 Aug 2025
HOTA, Home of the Arts, Surfers Paradise
This world-first exhibition pairs author portraits with rare manuscripts, showcasing the work of Jane Austen, Shakespeare and Tolkien and more.
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Rhys Darby: The Legend Returns
Wed, 30 Apr, 2025
Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
The New Zealand comedian is bringing his first stand-up show in almost a decade to Brisbane.
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Brisbane Comedy Festival
Wed, 23 Apr - Sun, 25 May 2025
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Get ready to laugh: Rhys Darby, Ross Noble and Boozy Shakespeare are on the lineup when Brisbane's annual comedy festival returns for 2025.
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Ministry of Sound: Testament
Fri, 11 Apr 2025
Superordinary, Hamilton
Ministry of Sound's massive 90s and 00s parties are returning to Brisbane with Roger Sanchez, Felix Da Housecat, Utah Saints and more.
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Gold Coast Film Festival
Wed, 30 Apr - Sun, 11 May 2025
Various Gold Coast venues, Gold Coast
This year's feast of film on the Gold Coast includes movies starring Carey Mulligan, Pete Murray and Peter Andre.
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Redcliffe Markets Easter Weekend Pop-Up Markets
Sun, 20 Apr 2025
Redcliffe Markets, Redcliffe
Shop — and eat — your way around the Redcliffe jetty this Easter, with markets popping up on both Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
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Ocean Film Festival World Tour
Wed, 2 Apr - Sat, 5 Apr 2025
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Dive into a festival filled with sea-focused cinema at this big-screen showcase, which is back for its 12th year.
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Brisbane Gin Festival
Fri, 4 Apr - Sun, 6 Apr 2025
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
This boozy festival is bringing 50 craft gin distillers from around the country to Brisbane Showgrounds for three days of masterclasses and tastings.
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International Cake Show
Fri, 11 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane
When you're not learning how to make sweet treats, you'll be eating them at this three-day celebration of desserts.
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The Great Artist Market
Sat, 5 Apr, 2025
Felons Barrel Hall, Brisbane City
Howard Smith Wharves' riverside brewery is celebrating Brisbane's creative community at its makers' market.
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Victoria Park Candyland Putt Putt
Fri, 28 Mar - Mon, 5 May 2025
Victoria Park Golf Complex, Brisbane City
Don't just eat sweets this Easter, putt past them — at Victoria Park's candy-themed mini-golf course.
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Hans Zimmer Live
Thu, 24 Apr, 2025
Brisbane Entertainment Centre, Boondall
Hear 'Dune', 'Gladiator', 'Interstellar' 'The Lion King' and more performed by a live orchestra and a full band.
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The 11th Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art
Sat, 30 Nov 2024 - Sun, 27 Apr 2025
Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art, South Brisbane
Summer at Queensland Art Gallery and the Gallery of Modern Art means checking out the return of Brisbane's three-yearly survey of Asia Pacific art.
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Let's Dine at Howard Smith Wharves
Mon, 3 Feb - Thu, 3 Apr 2025
Howard Smith Wharves Precinct, Brisbane City
Tuck into meals from $25, complete with a riverside view, from Monday–Thursday at Howard Smith Wharves.
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Bottomless Gin Brunches at Covent Garden
Sun, 12 Jan, 2025
Covent Garden, West End
Sip gin cocktails, sangria and Pimm's cups over a shareboard brunch in West End every Sunday.
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Peter and the Starcatcher
Fri, 14 Mar - Sun, 6 Apr 2025
QPAC Playhouse, South Brisbane
This Tony-winning and Neverland-set hit is finally making Its Australian debut, including a season in Brisbane.
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Feel Good Program
Sat, 1 Mar - Thu, 1 May 2025
South Bank Parklands, Brisbane
Bend, stretch, splash and dance your way through autumn at South Bank's free exercise classes.
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Alliance Française French Film Festival
Tue, 11 Mar - Tue, 8 Apr 2025
Select cinemas in Brisbane, Various locations
Make a French movie date with 42 films, including hit biopics, a new take on 'The Count of Monte Cristo' and plenty of star-studded flicks.
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Adults-Only Mini-Golf Night
Sat, 11 Jan, 2025
The Jungle Adventure Play, Tingalpa
Tingalpa's 16-hole jungle-themed mini golf course with a cocktail bar throws weekly boozy parties just for adults.
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The Sound Society at Roma Street Parklands
Multiple single dates
Roma Street Parklands, Brisbane
Listen to free live music in stunning natural surroundings once a month.
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Discovering Ancient Egypt
Fri, 25 Oct 2024 - Sun, 17 Aug 2025
Queensland Museum, South Brisbane
This huge ancient Egypt exhibition featuring 200-plus objects is giving Queensland Museum Kurilpa a big blast from the fascinating past.
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Hyundai Australia Boardriders Battle Series 12 Grand Final Presented by NRMA Insurance
Sat, 12 Apr - Sun, 13 Apr 2025
Burleigh Hill, Burleigh Heads
The annual club surfing championship returns to the Gold Coast.