Discover inspiring local art at the Brisbane Illustration Fair this October 2026. Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds in Bowen Hills, this affordable family event features over 180 artists, live drawing demonstrations, interactive creative zones, and unique prints, giving Brisbane parents and kids an engaging weekend out together.
Brisbane Illustration Fair 2026
Brisbane’s biggest celebration of illustration is back for a spook-tacular October weekend of art, colour and creativity!
Featuring over 180 local and national artists across two vibrant days, visitors can meet the talented artists behind the artworks and explore a huge range of prints, stickers, t-shirts, zines, comics, and more.
There’s plenty to keep the whole family busy, with live drawing demonstrations to watch, interactive experiences to enjoy, and a dedicated creative zone for all ages to get stuck into. Whether a longtime illustration lover or just discovering it for the first time, there’s something here for everyone, from the little ones to the grown-ups.
Entry costs just $2, with kids under 12 free.
Plan your visit
When: Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th October 2026, 10am – 4pm.
Where: Brisbane Showgrounds, John Reid Pavilion, Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills 4006
More information here
