A What’s On Guide to Brisbane December 2014

Monday December 1st, 2014

Christmas time is just around the corner and that means lots to see and do in the city of Brisbane. Never is a month more exciting than December, so kick up your heels and take part in something special over the holiday season. There’s plenty to choose from:

Brisbane Asia Pacific Film Festival

The all-new Brisbane Asia Pacific Film Festival features 16 days of films from the Asia pacific region. Covering 70 countries and 75 films, there’ll be a film to suit everyone’s tastes. When: 29 November – 14 December Where: Various locations

Costumes from the Golden Age of Hollywood

Get a glimpse into Hollywood between the 1920s and 1960s and browse a collection of costumes, props and ephemera connected to stars such as Julie Andrews, Fred Astaire, Marlon Brando and Judy Garland. When: 1 December – 24 May, 2015 Where: Museum of Brisbane

Briefs: The Second Coming

This globally award-winning dance troupe is back where it all started and performing their “show stopping pants dropping circus burlesque”. Expect the unexpected from this lively show. When: 3 – 14 December Where: Brisbane Powerhouse Arts

Bands in the Square

Enjoy a free festival concert featuring the classic brass of Brisbane City Temple Salvation Army, and stretch your vocal chords with some Christmas carol singing. When: 5 December Where: King George Square

Christmas Entertaining with Alison Alexander

Wondering what to make when all the family come for Christmas dinner? Get some inspiration from ABC Radio food presenter Alison Alexander, and learn a series of easy dishes to impress your guests, including tastings. When: 6 – 12 December Where: Various library locations

West End Fire Festival

The whole family will enjoy a night of free entertainment under the full moon from Brisbane’s best fire twirlers and circus performers.  Learn new moves, have some fun, and sit back and watch the show. When: 6 December Where: Orleigh Park

Christmas Carols Scouts Queensland

This wonderful event gives opportunity for the talented Scouts of Queensland to showcase their performing art skills. The Scout Choir together with the Brisbane Regional Youth Orchestra will support the first ever Joey Scout and Cub Scout Christmas pantomime. When: 6 December Where: Roma Street Parkland

Cycling: Foodies Aboard to Eat Street Markets

Take a social evening ride from South Bank through Kangaroo Point, via some beautiful city treasures before grabbing a bite to eat at Eat Street Markets, Hamilton. Riders will then return to South Bank via the city boardwalk and City Botanical Gardens. When: 12 December Where: Southbank

Myer Christmas parade and Pantomime

This high-energy event features huge Christmas inflatables and more than 200 performers, including dancers from the Queensland Ballet. When: 12 December Where: Queen Street Mall and King George Square

South Bank’s Christmas Markets

Experience the wonder of a traditional Christmas market and stock up on some unique, hand-crafted goods. Set on the cobbled streets of Stanley Plaza, the treasure trove of stalls features live music and a great mix of decorations, gifts and more. When: 12 – 14 December Where: Stanley Plaza

IGA Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols

Ring in some festive joy with the IGA Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols. Featuring some of Australia’s best-loved singers, entertainers and celebrities, performers will light up the stage ahead of the great fireworks display. When: 13 December Where: Riverstage

Christmas Fireworks Spectacular

Pack up a picnic and head to the river as the sky lights up in a spectacular display of fireworks. The perfect countdown to Christmas. When: 17 – 21 December Where: South Bank Parklands

The Nutcracker screening by Queensland Ballet

If you weren’t lucky enough to catch the live show or you simply want to see it again, the queensland Ballet are offering a rare opportunity to view a screening of the sparkling dance and spectacular sets for free on the big screen. When: 21 December Where: The Courier-Mail Piazza

Le Spectacle Cabaret du Carnaval

A breathtaking and exhilarating performance by Evoke Theatre & Dance Company. Featuring a fusion of contemporary, world dance and theatre, the proceeds from this spectacular show will go to Amnesty International. When: 20 December Where: Queensland Multicultural Centre

New Year’s Eve Fireworks Spectacular

Bring the family and secure a spot early to take in one of two incredible fireworks display. Young kids can enjoy an early show at 8:30pm, and for those wanting to party on there will be another show at midnight. When: 31 December Where: South Bank Parklands