The capital of Queensland and an important city of Australia, Brisbane is named after the river which flows through it. Brisbane becomes the natural place for international events and festivals because of its climate and strategic location. Tourists from across the world throng the Brisbane hotels to stay and enjoy the different festivities.
1. Between 3rd to 10th of January, Brisbane hosts one of the most respected tennis tournaments of the world called the Brisbane International.
2. During the month of February, Brisbane celebrates Moonlight Cinema Brisbane where one can enjoy screening of new releases. The uniqueness of this festival is this is an open air festival. February is summer in Brisbane and it is wonderful to spend the evening watching newly released movies in the outdoors.
3. Keeping the surfing tradition alive, the Noosa Festival of Surfing is held every year in March. The surfing competition is done within different categories for men, women, kids and elderly as well. Along with this festival, three different events keeps on happening simultaneously The Surf Market day (March 17th), Logger Rhythm (March 18th) and the Zinc 96.1 Night in the Woods (March 19th).
4. The comparatively new Brisbane Comedy annual festival will be happening at Brisbane Powerhouse from 1st till 12th March. This comedy festival is growing in stature since its started three years ago, when this was just about local comedians performing. Today people from round the globe participate in this festival.
5. The Urban Country Music Festival happens every year in April at the traditional town of Caboolture just 45 km from the main city of Brisbane. The music festival has a nice mix of country and urban musicians from all around the Australia.
6. From 29th March till 1st May, Brisbane celebrates the Buddha Birthday Festival in the South Bank. Highlights are Bathing Buddha Ritual, Baby Blessing Ceremony, Vegetarian food fair, Lion Dancing, Chinese Art and Craft, Help Turn Buddha Green and Light Offering Ceremony.
7. Span over the period of 10 days in June, the Noosa Long weekend Festival is all about theatre, music, dance, visual art, films, food and thought provoking forums.
8. The Queensland Music Festival is the biggest biennial music festival of Australia. From world musicians to contemporary musicians all kind of musician tries to participate and perform in the stage during this festival held in July.
9. The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival held in August features all the top designers from around the world. It is advised to book your tickets for this six day festival in advance as getting tickets in last moment can be very difficult. Hotels in Brisbane remain busy during this time.
10. Three days from 10th till 12th September, Brisbane will host the largest street festival of Australia called Valley Fiesta. Apart from fashion shows there will also be music, films, exhibitions on art and craft and many such things.
11. Fireworks, theatre, inspiring debates and many more spectacular events will be part of this three week long Brisbane Festival. This festival is completely free for all.
12. Woodford is situated just an hour drive from Brisbane. This small town hosts the biggest folk festival of Australia, the Woodford Folk Festival. More than 2000 performers and 400 events will be there to entertain and educate you with all they have. The festival is going to last for six days and six nights in December.
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