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SUMMARY:Botanic By Night: NightGlow
DESCRIPTION:Explore an illuminated outdoor art experience at Botanic By Night: NightGlow\, running from September to October 2026. Set within Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha\, parents and kids can wander a lantern-lit trail featuring luminous Australian wildlife sculptures\, First Nations storytelling\, immersive soundscapes\, and delicious food truck treats after dark. \nBotanic By Night: NightGlow\nAs the blanket of night descends over Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow awakens. From 25 September until 10 October\, visitors are invited to explore a lantern-lit outdoor art experience where storytelling\, culture and nature come together through a collection of illuminated sculptures inspired by Queensland’s native wildlife. \nThoughtfully presented at night to showcase Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha in a new light\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow celebrates the wildlife\, habitats and stories that shape Queensland’s natural environment\, offering visitors a rare opportunity to experience the Gardens from an entirely new perspective after dark. \nEnter an atmospheric and contemplative evening realm where you can slow down\, reconnect with nature\, and immerse yourself in a living\, breathing art installation. Wander through an enchanting 800-metre event route and meet along the way 11 luminous Australian animals – brought to life in stunning colour and sound as sculptural lanterns. From a kangaroo and koala to platypus\, dingo and a green tree frog\, each artwork celebrates the beauty\, character and stories of Queensland’s remarkable natural environment. \nDesigned by award-winning creative studio Ample Projects in collaboration with First Nations artists Casey Coolwell-Fisher and Nathan Peckham\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow illuminates Brisbane’s botanic world like never before through glowing artworks and immersive storytelling\, informed by sacred First Nations knowledge. Beyond the wonder of the artworks themselves\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow celebrates the vital connections between wildlife\, plants and place. \nEach installation tells its own unique story through contemporary art\, cultural perspectives and an original ambient soundscape\, creating one-of-a-kind moments of wonder and connection throughout the journey. \nWeaving through paved sections of the Queensland Conservation Trail and Gardens Explorer Trail\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow has been carefully designed to showcase the beauty of the Gardens while respecting and protecting its surrounding environment. \nWhether you’re planning a magical family outing\, a memorable evening with friends\, or a unique date night beneath the stars\, Botanic By Night: NightGlow promises an unforgettable spring experience for visitors of all ages. \nStop by the food truck precinct in the route and enjoy an array of delicious food and sweet treats from Brazzo Boys\, The Feel Good Foodie\, Best of the Wurst\, Di Piu Tiramisu and Oh Waffles. \nEntry sessions commence every 30 minutes from 6.30pm nightly\, with the final session beginning at 9pm. While the experience takes approximately 30 minutes to complete\, visitors are welcome to explore at their own pace. \nThis spring\, discover the stories\, spirit and wonder of Queensland’s native wildlife through a unique fusion of art\, culture and nature when Botanic By Night: NightGlow makes its debut at Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha. \nPlan your visit\nWhen: Friday 5th September – Sunday 10th October 2026\, from 6.30pm nightly\, with the final session beginning at 9pm \nWhere: Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha\, 152 Mount Coot-Tha Rd\, Mount Coot-tha 4066 \nCost: General admission is $30 and $15 for children aged 3-12 years\, while Brisbane residents receive discounted local pricing of $25 for general admission and $12.50 for children aged 3-12 years. Children aged two and under are free\, however a ticket is still required. \nMore information and purchase tickets here
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/botanic-by-night-nightglow/
LOCATION:Brisbane Botanic Gardens\, Mt Coot-tha\, Mt Coot-tha Road\, Toowong\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Featured Events
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SUMMARY:Walking with Invasives - Biosecurity Trail at the Botanic Gardens
DESCRIPTION:What does a fish\, a beetle and an ant have in common? \nFind out on the Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail during National Biosecurity Week\, while enjoying a day out at Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens. \nThis free\, self-guided experience will introduce you to some of Queensland’s most significant invasive species threats and show how everyone can play a part in protecting our environment\, agriculture and communities. Each sign delves into an invasive species and has QR codes that unlock extra facts and information. \nThe Walking with Invasives Biosecurity Trail will run for several weeks across the end of August and early September to celebrate National Biosecurity Week (24-30 August). \nPlay your visit\nWhen: 15 August – 6 September \nWhere: Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens (See the information desk) \nMore information
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/walking-with-invasives-biosecurity-trail-at-the-botanic-gardens/
LOCATION:Brisbane Botanic Gardens\, Mt Coot-tha\, Mt Coot-tha Road\, Toowong\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Brisbane Events,Free Activity
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Lunar New Year in the Gardens 2026\n**PLEASE NOTE: This is the RESCHEDULED event originally planned for Sunday 15th February** \nBrisAsia Festival 2026 presents Lunar New Year in the Gardens! \nHead along and celebrate a dazzling Lunar New Year spectacular in partnership with ABC Radio Brisbane\, featuring special guest MC’s Kelly Higgins Devine and Ashwin Segkar\, who’ll guide you through this unforgettable day igniting the spirit of the Fire Horse with passion\, energy and unbridled joy. \nWatch in wonder as mesmerising Lion Dancers leap and twirl in a blaze of colour\, followed by a high-energy Martial Arts showcase that will leave you breathless. Experience the dazzling spectacle of Bollywood with infectious rhythms and shimmering costumes\, then be captivated by the enchanting Thai artistry of Peranya. Indigenous all-star duo 2.Za.Crowd bring their powerful storytelling through music\, while Brisbane’s finest artist DJ Saie sets the perfect vibe with chill beats and soulful grooves that carry across the gardens. \nImmerse yourself in a kaleidoscope of traditional music\, dance and theatre from across Asia\, get your henna face painting to wear your celebration with pride\, and let the Fire Horse spirit sweep you away. Spread your picnic rug beneath the dappled shade of ancient trees\, feast on mouth-watering Asian street food from vibrant stalls\, and lose yourself in the magic of cultures coming together. \nThis is more than an event – it’s where tradition gallops forward\, where communities unite beneath the Brisbane sky\, and where the Fire Horse’s blazing energy ignites a celebration of flavour\, festivity and pure joy. Bring your loved ones for a free\, family-friendly day that promises to be truly unforgettable. \nLunar New Year in the Gardens 2026 details \nWhen: Sunday 15th 22nd February\, 4pm to 6pm \nWhere: The Band Stand\, Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha\, 152 Mt Coot-tha Road\, Mt Coot-tha \nCost: Free \nMore information: Lunar New Year in the Gardens
URL:https://brisbanekids.com.au/event/lunar-new-year-in-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Brisbane Botanic Gardens\, Mt Coot-tha\, Mt Coot-tha Road\, Toowong\, Brisbane\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
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