Florence and the Machine takes her soulful indie rock on the road once again in support of the latest album, Ceremonials. This tour date is at Brisbane's Riverstage in the Botanic Gardens.
Brisbane's community radio station, 4MBS Classic FM, organises an annual festival of classical music for fans of the genre. Venues across the city host gala dinners, music appreciation talks and concerts by the Brisbane Symphony Orchestra and other musicians.
Racing cars, bikes, rally cars, Grand Prix and speedway vehicles are all found at the Cootha Classic. Although some are on static display, while others race, they all represent the heritage of motor racing and transport in Queensland's history.
Head to Little Stanley Street in Brisbane's South Bank on the first Sunday of every month for the Young Designers Market. Fashion lovers can peruse around 80 stalls looking for must-have accessories, jewellery, design furniture and arts by emerging talents.
The Brisbane Wine Festival - now well into its second decade - is held in the Mercure Hotel's Chelsea Ballroom. It gives wine-lovers the chance to sample some of the best wines and gourmet food that Australia has to offer.
Experience an authentic alpine atmosphere in the heart of Brisbane during the Winter Festival. Try ice-skating or watch the experts on the ice in King George Square, enjoy a taste of real après ski fun and try different winter food treats.
The sounds, sights, tastes and smells of Thailand fill Brisbane South Bank's Cultural Forecourt for the one-day Thai Culture and Food Festival. Buddhist monks bless the festival which showcases Thai massage, kick-boxing, produce, live performances and plenty of Thai food and drink.
The State of Origin tournament sees the best Rugby League talent from New South Wales (the Blues) and Queensland (the Maroons) face each other in three games across Australia. The third and final match is at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
Spanning nearly four months and six racecourses, the Queensland Winter Racing Carnival encompasses the Brisbane Racing Carnival fixtures at Eagle Farm, the Prime Minister's Cup Raceday at the Gold Coast Turf Club and the Caloundra Cup at the Sunshine Coast Turf Club.
Jonathan Lynn and Anthony Jay's stage version of TV hit Yes, Prime Minister is presented by Queensland Theatre Company for six days this winter. QPAC's Playhouse Theatre in Brisbane is the venue.
Brisbane's official Bastille Day celebrations take place by the river at South Bank Parklands' Cultural Forecourt. The family fun day offers food, music, dance, culture, history, arts and sport - all with a distinctly French flavour, of course!
With more than 130 years of tradition, the impressive Royal Queensland Show (known by the locals as Ekka!) brings city and country together. It celebrates Queensland's lifestyle, industry and heritage at the RNA Showgrounds.
The Brisbane Boat Show returns to the Convention & Exhibition Centre on Brisbane's South Bank. The event gathers all things marine under one roof, so pick your dream yacht, or enjoy fishing and kids' entertainment.
The Brisbane Writers Festival is a spirited annual event which promotes Australian and international writers and writing through readings, lectures and workshops. With events at venues across the city, many in the cultural precinct, it is ideal for budding authors.
The four-day Stitches and Craft Show has everything the eager crafter ever wanted. Brisbane's Convention & Exhibition Centre teems with the latest in art, craft, design and fabrics. There are even professional demonstrations to show you exactly how.
The three-week Brisbane Festival presents a packed programme of shows, debates and fringe theatre throughout the city's streets, parks and theatres each year. Acclaimed international and Australian artists and productions feature alongside free outdoor events like fireworks.
Australia's most important new media art prize, the biennial Premier of Queensland's National New Media Art Award is held at Brisbane's GoMA. Seven artists are shortlisted for challenging works using animation, gaming, video, sound and interactive technologies, with a A$75,000 prize purse.
Brisbane's New Farm Park transforms into Little Italy for one day each October during Fieritalia. Australia's largest oudoor Italian festival offers markets, food, music, Italian vehicle displays and street entertainment. Soak up the atmosphere with fine wines and wood-fired pizzas.
Diwali celebrations take place in the heart of Brisbane's CBD at King George Square. With festivities, food and performances, candles and lights draping the square, trees and City Hall itself, the square is transformed for this important Hindu Festival of Light.
Queensland Multicultural Festival, the state's biggest community extravaganza returns to Brisbane's Roma Street Parklands. As the organisers say "get to know the world without leaving Brisbane" with art, music, dancing, sport, theatre, film and diverse cultural events from around the world.
Join 30,000 other visitors supping beer to the delicate strains of an authentic German oompah band at Brisbane's Oktoberfest at the RNA Showgrounds. Held over two October weekends, the festival incorporates competitions, yodelling, oompah music, dancing, hearty fare and, of course, beer!
The Lavazza Italian Film Festival returns to Brisbane's cinemas to celebrate Italian culture and arts with films for both serious Italophiles and movie buffs alike. The programme features more than 20 films chosen from the Cannes, Berlin, Rome and Venice film festivals.
The Good Food & Wine Show at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre features an impressive line-up of celebrity chefs and includes organic and speciality produce along with wine pavilions. Be prepared to pick up plenty of top tips.
First held in 1992, the annual Brisbane International Film Festival showcases the finest in world cinema through lectures, screenings and workshops. Taking place at a few cinemas across the city, the programme usually focuses on Asia Pacific and Australian films.
Brisbane's South Bank is the prime viewing spot for the spectacular boat parade that takes place every year on The Night the River Sings. Private and commercial vessels compete for the "best dressed" award with imaginative lighting displays and fireworks.
Join Brisbane's Lord Mayor, special guests and, of course, Santa for the lighting of the Brisbane City Christmas Tree in King George Square. The solar-powered lights on the 21.2-metre tree are on display for the whole of December.
Eighty thousand visitors flock to Brisbane's New Year's Eve Party at The Parklands on the South Bank. There's top-quality live music and DJs on Streets Beach, fireworks, film screenings at the Cultural Forecourt and dancing in Suncorp Piazza - and everything's free!
World-class tennis ushers in new year during the Brisbane International played at the Queensland Tennis Centre. Part of the ATP world tour, men and women battle it out on hard courts to win their share of the A$434,000 prize money.
Australia's premier short film festival, Flickerfest International Short Film Festival tours the country after opening at Sydney's Bondi Beach Pavilion. Here it arrives for a three-day sojourn at Brisbane's Judith Wright Centre of Contemporary Art.
Green Earth Day brings music, entertainment, food, speeches, kids' fun and stalls to Brisbane's Botanic Gardens. As well as stacks of free family fun, it also aims to educate and raise awareness on environmental, sustainability, recycling and healthy lifestyle issues.
Award-winning Future Music Festival kicks off at Brisbane's Doomben Racecourse on its tour of Australian cities, playing to tens of thousands of music fans. Blending electronica with pop, hip-hop and indie, the festival promises the ultimate sounds of tomorrow, today.
Two wheels are definitely good during Brisbane Bike Week, organised by Bicycle Queensland. This festival of all things cycling has events throughout the city for all abilities and ages, ending with the Great Brisbane Bike Ride and Brisbane Coot-tha Challenge.
The Brisbane Comedy Festival returns to Brisbane - better, larger and, well, funnier. Top Aussie and international comedic talents make you chuckle and guffaw for four weeks at the Powerhouse's various venues.
The Asia Pacific Triennial shines the spotlight on artists who have contributed significantly to contemporary art within the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia. A series of exhibitions and performances take place at Brisbane's Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art.
Enjoy some of the most interesting, charming, risky, funny and inspiring LBGT films from around the world at the annual Brisbane Queer Film Festival. Prepare for a rollercoaster ten days of viewings at the Brisbane Powerhouse.
Brisbane's Caxton Street comes alive with the finest seafood, wines, music and entertainment during the annual Caxton Street Seafood and Wine Festival. The oysters and prawns are super fresh and the atmosphere is electric.
The Paniyiri Greek Festival celebrates Greek culture at Brisbane's Musgrave Park and Greek Club & Convention Centre each year. Expect Greek-themed food, wine, a fashion show and music, and an attempt at the festival's own "Zorba Till You Drop" dance marathon record!
Enjoy live music at sunset and films under the stars on balmy evenings at Rainforest Green on the Parklands on Brisbane's South Bank. There's a bar and festival food to accompany the films ranging from classics to new releases.