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The Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) is Queensland's largest and most loved annual event, attracting more than 428,000 people. Run by the RNA and staged at its original birthplace, the Brisbane Showgrounds, the Ekka brings the country and city together for a true celebration of agriculture. The Ekka showcases the best of Queensland, attracting more than 21,000 competition entries from woodchop to giant vegetables, 10,000 animals from beef cattle to cats and dogs, world-class live entertainment, award-winning food and wine, carnival rides and showbags, family shopping, educational activities and much more.

Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet is a majestic vision of Shakespeare’s play, performed by The Australian Ballet’s exceptional company of dancers. Capturing the fierce clashes of rival families against the luminous flare of young love, the choreography is driven by Sergei Prokofiev’s dramatic score.

Emmy, Golden Globe and Tony Award-winner Anthony LaPaglia stars in the critically acclaimed production that has taken Australia by storm. LaPaglia returns to the world of Arthur Miller as Willy Loman, joined by a company of some of Australia’s finest actors. Death of a Salesman is simply one of the most profound and moving works on the pursuit of success and the post-war American Dream. 

Join us aboard the MV Lady Brisbane for an unforgettable Riverfire experience! We’ll secure prime positioning on the Brisbane River before it closes, giving you front-row views of thrilling aerial displays by the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force, and the spectacular fireworks finale.

Cruise the waterways around Sanctuary Cove and witness the grandeur of some the magnificent homes. After our 90 minute cruise, we’ll enjoy lunch at the nearby Sanctuary Tavern. Fun day out. Won’t you join us??

Browse an incredible range of stalls brimming with plants, pots, tools, and garden décor, and chat with passionate stallholders offering everything from flowering favourites to hardy natives, succulents, herbs, veggies and more. Professional horticulturists and garden experts will be on hand throughout the day to share their wisdom and answer all your burning plant questions.

Experience the charm of Blackbutt Avocado Festival, a rustic adventure celebrating all things avocado. Access the freshest avocados and homegrown delights at our market filled with markers, farmers and wares.

This dazzling production, by the Tony Award-winning team Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty, Lynn Ahrens and Darko Tresnjak, transports you from the twilight years of the Imperial rule to the euphoria of 1920s Paris. ANASTASIA follows a brave young woman on a journey to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by an army officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family. Rising star Georgina Hopson leads the cast as Anya, alongside international stage sensation Robert Tripolino as Dmitry. They are joined by Joshua Robson as Gleb, Rodney Dobson as Vlad, showbiz legend Rhonda Burchmore as Countess Lily, and Australian theatre royalty Nancye Hayes AM as the Dowager Empress. With much-loved songs like “Journey to the Past” and “Once Upon a December”, ANASTASIA has captivated audiences around the world – hailed as “A MONSTER HIT!” by The New York Times and “Irresistible!” by Variety.

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is finally coming to QPAC! Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance.This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics including “Young Hearts Run Free”, “Will You Love Me Tomorrow” and “You’re So Vain”. Coming to Australia for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life with heart, humour and unstoppable energy in this modern take on one of the world’s most adapted pieces of literature.

In the 251st year after her birth, Jane Austen’s timeless tale leaps to the stage in a vibrant retelling with a luminous all-Queensland cast.

Fabulous show full of laughter. Won’t you join us?

It’s 1905 in the tiny village of Anatevka, where Tevye, a milkman, lives his life by their proud traditions. For his five daughters, this means a visit from the matchmaker. As each daughter challenges his beliefs, against the backdrop of a changing world, can Tevye hold on to his roots, or must he bend to the will of his children and learn to embrace the unfamiliar? As one of the greatest musicals of all time featuring, “If I Were A Rich Man”, “Tradition”, “Matchmaker” and “Sunrise, Sunset”, this classic musical of joy & community is a great celebration of love and life. 

International jazz maestro James Morrison joins powerhouse soul and blues vocalist Mahalia Barnes for a spectacular concert. Together with a swinging band featuring a vibrant horn section and backing vocalists, they will pay tribute to the timeless classics of Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Tina Turner, and more. This esteemed combination of elegant venues, legendary music, and extraordinary performers, promises to be a night to savour.

Quintessential Queensland presents Carreras & Friends is a one-night-only stadium spectacular at The Gabba, Brisbane on 5 December 2026, hosted by legendary tenor José Carreras. Featuring Robbie Williams, The Corrs and Ronan Keating, this exclusive global music event brings together some of the world's most iconic artists in a once-in-a-lifetime live collaboration. Inspired by the iconic Pavarotti & Friends concerts, this large-scale production unites opera, pop and contemporary music in a seamless evening of duets, solo performances and surprise collaborations. Backed by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra and choir, Carreras leads a continuously evolving live journey under the Brisbane sky, transforming The Gabba into a world-class open-air concert experience. Acclaimed artists including Natalie Imbruglia, Darren Hayes, Katherine Jenkins, Sheppard and Mark Vincent complete a curated lineup of international performers across genres.

Steeped in history and elegance, Strangers’ Restaurant at Queensland Parliament is the place For a fabulous Christmas High Tea. With its opulence and exquisite menu, high tea at Queensland Parliament House is an experience you will never forget. Located in the exclusive Strangers’ Restaurant, enjoy high tea in an exquisite heritage setting in the heart of the Brisbane city.

This Christmas, experience a magical new era of The Nutcracker. The cherished holiday tradition is re-imagined with elegance, theatrical flair, and dazzling new designs. Clara’s enchanting journey unfolds with fresh characters, sumptuous costumes, and breathtaking sets, all set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score. 

Hear the iconic anthems of Benj Pasek and Justin Paul including ‘this is Me’, ‘Rewrite the stars’ and a ‘Million dreams’ in a heart- pounding new live experience featuring acrobatic artistry and gravity defying aerial acts