Things to Do in Brisbane this Summer

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Must-see Summer Brisbane Events

This summer, Brisbane is set to host a line-up of enticing events from across the globe.

 

 

See a 2000-year-old folding, gold Afghan crown, Swiss tennis ace Roger Federer, the work of a leading Chinese-born contemporary artist, the original Barbie from California, and one of London’s best and longest-running musicals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Brisbane International l From 29 December–5 January at Queensland Tennis Centre

 

 

There’s never been a more exciting time to see world-class tennis in Brisbane. Feel the tension as the players step on court. Members of the crowd hold their breath for the first serve, and thousands of heads move from side to side as the ball arches over the net in an exhilarating clash between tennis giants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CAI GUO-QIANG: FALLING BACK TO EARTH l 23 November–11 May at Gallery of Modern Art

 

 

Brisbane audiences should prepare to encounter the unbelievable when this Brisbane exclusive comes to town. Imagine walking into GOMA and finding a watering hole. In the middle of the room, 99 animals are gathered to drink - giraffes, tigers, kangaroos, and so many more. Stand quietly and you’ll hear a drop of water hit the middle of the pond, producing ripples across the perfect blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures l Until 27 January at Queensland Museum

 

 

This summer, artefacts from an ancient trade route, travelled by Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan and Marco Polo, will be brought to life in Brisbane at The Queensland Museum’s latest international exhibition. Featuring almost 230 priceless objects from the Silk Road, visitors will explore a crossroads of cultural riches revealed through exquisite gold work, jewellery and sculpture, the oldest of which dates back 4000 years.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CALIFORNIA DESIGN 1930–65: LIVING IN A MODERN WAY l 2 November–9 February at Queensland Art Gallery

 

 

Be transported to America’s sun-kissed west coast as you discover the creative lifestyle that shaped design history in mid-20th century California. Continue California dreaming well into the night with the gallery’s neat Up Late program, featuring live music, design talks, Californian cuisine and drinks, and exhibition entry.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Rocky Horror Show l From 31 December at Queensland Performing Arts Centre

 

 

Fifteen years since the production last wowed Brisbane audiences, the cult classic is headed to our shores after rave reviews across the UK. Prepare to do the Time Warp again when the rock 'n' roll musical's 40th anniversary party debuts its Australian season in Brisbane on New Year's Eve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Woodford Folk Festival l 27 December–1 January at Woodfordia

 

 

Unleash your inner hippie at the Woodford Folk Festival for a wildly entertaining six days and nights of concerts, film, comedy, debate, arts and crafts and late-night cabarets. You name it, it’s here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Commonwealth Bank Ashes l 21–25 November at The Gabba

 

 

One of the most hotly contested rivalries in international cricket, The Ashes, is back this summer, with Brisbane to host the iconic First Test of the summer. The first of the five-Test series will be held at the Gabba and will mark the second leg of the first back-to-back Ashes since the 1970s. Throw on your green and gold and get behind our team as it fights for glory in one of sport’s greatest rivalries.

 

 

 

 

 

 

KFC T20 Big Bash League l From 22 December at The Gabba

 

 

Exploding through the second KFC T20 Big Bash League to claim a euphoric championship title, the Brisbane Heat is on the boil and back to repeat the glory. Don’t miss the action-packed third series.