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Best Time To Visit
Brisbane truly shines during the summer months, attracting sunseekers in search of idyllic weather. As temperatures and humidity rise during this season, locals often retreat to the coastal areas. However, the advantage of Brisbane's subtropical climate is its mild winter, characterised by abundant blue skies and moderate temperatures.
Public Holidays
Monday, 1 January: New Year's Day
Friday, 26 January: Australia Day
Friday, 29 March: Good Friday
Saturday, 30 March: Easter Saturday
Sunday, 31 March: Easter Sunday
Monday, 1 April: Easter Monday
Thursday, 25 April: Anzac Day
Wednesday, 25 December: Christmas Day
Thursday, 26 December: Boxing Day
Other public holidays declared by the state and territory governments:
Monday, 6 May: Labour Day
Wednesday, 14 August: Royal Queensland Show
Monday, 7 October: Queen’s Birthday
Events & Festivals
Brisbane Festival
This month-long celebration in September features a diverse program of performances, music, theatre, dance, and visual arts, attracting artists from around the world.
Ekka
The Royal Queensland Show, known as Ekka, takes place in August. It is Queensland's largest annual event, offering agricultural displays, animal exhibits, live entertainment, thrilling rides, and delicious food.
Paniyiri Greek Festival
Celebrating Greek culture, Paniyiri Festival is a lively event held in May. Enjoy traditional Greek food, music, dance performances, cooking demonstrations, and cultural displays.
School Holidays
TERM 1 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024
Queensland: 2 April to 14 April
TERM 2 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024
Queensland: 22 June to 7 July
TERM 3 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024
Queensland: 14 September to 29 September
TERM 4 SCHOOL HOLIDAYS 2024 - 2025
Queensland: 14 December 2024 to 26 January 2025
Accommodation
Choosing an accommodation in Brisbane is a breeze. Brisbane’s Central Business District is brimming with world-class hotels, but venture out of the centre and you can find heritage-listed estates. There are also numerous apartments and private properties carved onto the riverfront with incredible views of the city’s top attractions. If you’re up for some adventure, you can try sleeping under the stars in one of the biggest sand islands on Earth.
Dining
With the perfect tap on sunshine and clear skies the norm, Brisbane was made for al fresco dining. The most recognised restaurants sit within the city centre, along the riverfront. You can find top-notch restaurants, world-class cafes and a population of decadent dining experiences, all offering impeccable views of the city's unique skyline. You can also check out the city’s only beachside beer garden at South Bank for some classic beer and steak.
Transport
Getting around Brisbane is easy with its extensive system of buses, trains and ferries. All you need to do is purchase the TransLink Go Card. Ride sharing platforms like Uber, Ola, DiDi & GoCatch operate in Brisbane. The best way to see the attractions of the city is aboard a river cruise.
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Shopping & Market Hours
Brisbane’s shopping culture is just as burgeoning as the entire city. While the city offers the best retail therapy within the CBD like in Queen Street Mall, dwell into the suburbs and find a whole new world. The inner suburbs are dotted with chic retail strips, bustling street shops, and hidden shopping destinations which are arguably some of Queensland’s best.
Medical Services
There are over fourteen public hospitals and six private hospitals in the Greater Brisbane Region. Some of the prominent ones are Brisbane Private hospital, Mater Private Hospital & Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital.