What's on in Brisbane in February, 2024

What’s on in Brisbane in February 2024? Loads! And fortunately lots of activities that involve air-con and fans! This is also the month of Valentine’s Day and I’ve recommended here no less than six restaurants that are celebrating the day of lovers. There are also some big bands visiting town, Australia’s largest health and well-being event and let’s not forget the Luna New Year Celebration early on in the month.

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Events Running More Than One Week in February, 2024 – What’s on in Brisbane in February

Taste of QAGOMA: Tour + Lunch Experience

What – go on a tour of the Queensland Art Gallery and GOMA, hear the stories of old and relax in stylish surrounds of the GOMA Bistro, by the river.
Where – GOMA.
When – All of Feb!

BrisAsia Festival 2024

What – an Asian festival is in town, celebrating the Luna New Year and the Year of the Dragon. The event includes three weeks of street art, dance & performance, Asian cuisine, a Southside Dumpling Festival and much more!
Where – Fish Lane Arts Precinct.
When – Feb 1 – 18.

Luna New Year at Donna Chang

What – Brisbane’s renowned Asian restaurant, Donna Chang, is putting on a shebang for the Lunar New Year. It’s a banquet at $138pp. Find out more here.
Where – Donna Chang’s of course! 171 George St, Brisbane City.
When – Feb 5 – 11.

Nearly Midnight

What – ‘fanciful fun and whimsical artworks’ are on display at acclaimed local artist Rachel Burke’s exhibition Nearly Midnight. Find out more here.
Where – Brisbane Quarter.
When – all Feb.

Love Me Again Market

What – a stylish second-hand market full of bargains, featuring 30+ stalls and coffee and food vendors.
Where – Milton Studio, Milton; & The Soul Pantry, Stafford.
When – Every Sunday in Feb.

All the Best from Martin Edge.

What – an art exhibition from local artist Martin Edge.
Where – Pine Rivers Art Gallery, Strathpine.
When – all Feb.

Artists in Residence: Christine Ko and Lous Lim.

What – featuring informal conversations and workshops with members from Brisbane’s migrant communities. Participants are encouraged to use paper kites to tell their stories as a symbol of the migrant experience.
Where – Level 3 City Hall.
When – Feb 11 – Feb 29.

Margarita Festival Month.

What – Calling all margarita lovers! Mucho Mexicano is putting on a month-long margarita bash, featuring $7.50 mini margaritas in original, passionfruit or coconut form.
Where – Mucho Mexicano.
When – Feb 2 – Feb 29.

Enjoying a coconut margarita in Brisbane – not at Mucho Mexicano!

February 1 – 8, 2024 – What’s on in Brisbane in February

Chicago

What – Broadway’s longest-running musical, Chicago is in town!
Where – QPAC’s Lyric Theatre.
When – Feb 1 – 4.

Dangerous Goods

What – ‘an unapologetic and hot-as-hell cabaret of provocative performances, jaw-dropping physical feats and powerful acts’.
Where – QPAC, Cremorne Theatre.
When – Feb 1 – 4.

Rent

What – this award-winning musical is gracing our shores with some more quality entertainment. Aren’t we lucky duckies!
Where – QPAC, Playhouse.
When – Feb 2.

Waitangi Day

What – dog and family-friendly markets featuring food trucks full of Kiwi delights, such as hangi, creamed paua, along with a traditional powhiri ceremony, live music and more!
Where – Nicholas Street Precinct, Ipswich.
When – Feb 3.

Blind Guardian

What – these German heavy metal legends are in town, their first time in the country in over nine years. Check em’ out!
Where – The Princess Theatre.
When – Feb 5.

Botanica Watercolour Workshop

What – an after dark, watercolour workshop with a night of bubbles, brownies and beautiful art, guided by Paper Hands artist, Holly Neilson.
Where – Level 3, City Hall.
When – Feb 8.

February 8 – 15, 2024 – What’s on in Brisbane in February

Jersey Boys

What – the story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons reimagined in a semi-staged concert production.
Where – QPAC Concert Hall.
When – Feb 8 – 11.

Luna New Year Celebration

What – a celebration of the Year of the Dragon, including lion dances, live DJs, Japanese drummers and fireworks.
Where – Westfield Mt Gravatt.
When – Feb 10, 5:30 – 9pm.

The Divine Miss Bette

What – a music and comedy event about the legendary Bette Midler, starring Catherine Alcorn.
Where – Powerhouse Theatre.
When – Feb 11, 3pm & 7:30pm.

Joe Gatto

What – apparently he’s a well-known actor and comedian and he’s doing a show. Perhaps check him out?
Where – The Tivoli.
When – Feb 11, 7pm.

Big Band Cabaret Dinner & Show

What – a Valentine’s Day special extravaganza, featuring a big band, cabaret and dinner of course, in a grand music hall. There’s a three-course meal with a beer, wine and sparkling package. Dinner and show package is $119 per person.
Where – Cloudland, Fortitude Valley.
When – Feb 14, 6;30pm – 9:30pm.

The Day of Lovers

What – Massimo Restaurant is hosting a Valentine’s Day event with Italian eats, drinks and live music.
Where – Massimo Restaurant, Eagle Street.
When – Feb 14 of course!

Aphrodite Approved Valentine’s Day

What – dinner and entertainment at Opa Bar + Mezze, in celebration of Valentine’s Day. The event features a live bouzouki player.
Where – Opa Bar + Mezze, Eagle Street.
When – Feb 14 of course!

Valentine’s Day at Fosh

What – seafood dinner by the water, featuring live music and a complimentary glass of Moet.
Where – Fosh Restaurant – Portside Wharf, Hamilton.
When – Feb 14 of course!

Valentine’s Day at Rich & Rare

What – a new steak and seafood restaurant is open in the West End, and of course they are celebrating Valentine’s Day! The event features a complimentary glass of Veuve.
Where – Rich & Rare – West Village Garden Pavilion, West End.
When – Feb 14 of course!

Valentine’s Day at The Libertine

What – I know, another bloody Valentine’s Day dinner recommendation! Well, I’m putting this one in as it’s one of our favourite restaurants. I might even see you there! The Libertine, in Caxton Street area, is putting on a 7-course meal for $85 pp, and every single dish has a gluten-free option! (Which my partner loves).
Where – The Libertine, Caxton Street area.
When – Feb 14 of course!

Enjoying a night at the Libertine, one of our locals, with the family.

February 15 – 22, 2024 – What’s on in Brisbane in February

Beauty and the Beast The Musical

What – why, a musical production of Beauty and the Beast, of course!
Where – QPAC’s Lyric Theatre.
When – Feb 15.

Symphony Orchestra – Worlds Collide

What – the Queensland Symphony Orchestra playing Sdraulig, Mozart and Dvorak.
Where – RPAC Concert Hall.
When – Feb 16, 7:30pm.

Camerata & Alex Raineri: Beethoven

What – Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture brought to life by Camerata and acclaimed pianist, Alex Raineri.
Where – QPAC Concert Hall.
When – Feb 17, 7:30pm.

Blink 182

What – renowned pop band Blink 182 are in town. Woopee.
Where – 1 Melaleuca Drive, Boondall.
When – Feb 19 – 21, 7:30pm.

Remember the Days of Cat Stevens

What – a celebration of Cat Stevens’ songs performed live by Darren Cogan.
Where – RPAC.
When – Feb 21.

X-files in the Archives

What – The National Archive selection is showcasing is list of unidentified flying objects. I don’t exactly know what, or how, but it sounds interesting!
Where – RPAC.
When – Feb 21 – 23.

February 22 – 29, 2024 – What’s on in Brisbane in February

The Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Harvest Festival

What – a festival featuring the Queensland Country Bank Food & Wine Fiesta, the Channel 7 Grand Parade, grape-crushing championships, a long lunch, an apple pie and apple peeling competition, markets, music and a whole lot more!
Where – Stanthorpe, of course!
When – Feb 23 – 29.

Eats & Beats

What – a free entry, family-friendly event featuring food trucks, live music, a waterpark playground and more! This is a pet and alcohol-free event.
Where – Flagstone Adventure Playground.
When – Feb 23, 5pm – 9pm.

Mind Body and Spirit Festival

What – Australia’s largest health and wellbeing event is coming to town. The event features over 200 exhibitors, free seminars, stage performances and uber-tasty health food!
Where – The Brisbane Convention Centre.
When – Feb 23.

Dinosaur Jr

What – renowned alternative rock band Dinosaur Jr is coming to town. Yippee.
Where – The Tivoli
When – Feb 23, 7pm.

Poly Flava 2024

What – a colourful Polynesian festival, featuring Samoan fire dancers, Maori Hakas, lamb buns, pig on the spit, Polynesian food stalls and more! Find out more here.
Where – Springfield Central.
When – Feb 24, 5 – 9pm.

Kings of Convenience

What – Indie pop duo from Norway – Kings of Convenience – are in town, belting out their harmony-rich songs for us Brisbanites in our sweltering February.
Where – Springfield Central.
When – Feb 26.

That’s a wrap for what’s on in Brisbane in February 2024. If there’s anything you think I’ve missed that you’d like me to add, get in touch via my contact page, in the comments section, or social media.

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