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Easter long weekend in Brisbane: What’s open and things to do

Figuring out your long weekend itinerary in Brisbane just got a whole lot easier.

Sort out your plans for the Easter weekend this year with our handy guide.

From bridge climbs and zoo entries to sunset cruises and rainforest tours, we've listed all the activities currently available over the Easter period, what's open in Brisbane and the events you won't want to miss.

Things to do over the Easter long weekend in Brisbane

Abseiling at Kangaroo Point Cliffs

Abseiling at Kangaroo Point Cliffs from Adrenaline

After excellent views of Brisbane? This is your chance. Head to the top of Kangaroo Point to admire the view then abseil 20 metres down to the ground.

  • Location: Naval Stores Kangaroo Point Cliffs Drive, Kangaroo Point, QLD 4169
  • Cost: $65 per person
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Paintballing in Petrie

Paintballing in Petrie from RedBalloon

Get together with some friends this Easter long weekend and enjoy the outdoors with some incredible themed paintball zones modelled after the Wild West, Tomb Raider and more.

  • Location: Neilson Rd, Kurwongbah QLD 4503
  • Cost: $152 per person (based on group of 8)
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High Ropes and Flying Fox Adventure

High Ropes and Flying Fox Adventure from RedBalloon

Get among the treetops this Easter long weekend with over 5 courses spanning 10 hectares of Aussie rainforest. Once everyone receives their safety briefing, you’ll have a whole day of hanging out in the canopies.

  • Location: Cedar Creek, Tamborine Mountain, QLD 4207
  • Cost: $65 per person
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Brisbane’s Story Bridge Climb

Brisbane’s Story Bridge Climb from RedBalloon

Climb to new heights in the heart of Brisbane with the Story Bridge Climb. Enjoy a deluxe daytime climb, 360-degree views of the skyline and photos to capture your memorable day.

  • Location: 170 Main St, Kangaroo Point, QLD 4169
  • Cost: $129 per person
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Hot Air Ballooning over Greater Brisbane with Breakfast

Hot Air Ballooning over Greater Brisbane with Breakfast from RedBalloon

Soar across the Greater Brisbane region as you watch the sun come up from your hot air balloon. Expect to catch views of the Scenic Rim, Somerset and the beautiful heritage city of Ipswich. It doesn’t stop there with a full breakfast post flight.

  • Location: 14 Queen Victoria Parade, Ipswich, QLD 4305
  • Cost: $395 per person
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Springbrook And Tamborine Rainforest Tour including Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave

Springbrook And Tamborine Rainforest Tour including Natural Bridge and Glow Worm Cave from Viator

Find out where the wild things are this Easter long weekend with a trip to the incredible Springbrook plateau, Numinbah Valley and Mount Tamborine. Enjoy stopovers at Story Bridge and see the illuminated glow worm caves along the way.

  • Location: Departs from 2 Margaret St, Brisbane City, QLD 4000
  • Cost: From $169 per person
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Brisbane Kayak Tour

Brisbane Kayak Tour from Viator

If the sun is out, why not make the most of it with a tour of Brisbane via kayak. The 90-minute experience sees you passing Storey Bridge and the Southbank Parklands. Take your pick of a daytime or night-time adventure (and just so you know, night tours include illuminated kayaks).

  • Location: Naval Stores Kangaroo Point Cliffs Drive, Kangaroo Point, QLD 4169
  • Cost: From $65 per person
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Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane

Stradbroke Island 4WD Day Trip from Brisbane from Viator

Escape the city for a day with a getaway to Stradbroke Island. This experience includes lunch, morning tea, hotel transfers, off-roading with a 4WD and visits to beaches, lakes and viewing points.

  • Location: Hotel pickup offered
  • Cost: From $275 per person
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Koala and River Cruise: Return

Koala and River Cruise: Return from finder.com.au

Take the scenic route to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary by hopping on a day cruise through the heart of Brisbane city. Entry into the sanctuary is included – and you'll have 3 hours to say hi to the koalas before your journey back.

  • Location: Departs from Cultural Centre Pontoon in front of the Queensland State Library
  • Cost: $90 per person
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Brisbane's True Crime Tour

Brisbane's True Crime Tour from finder.com.au

Dare to discover the sordid history of Brisbane on this True Crime walking tour. Children of all ages are welcome and the tour runs for approximately 1.5 hours.

  • Location: Departs from Brisbane City Hall in King George Square
  • Cost: $34 per adult, $25 per child 17 and under
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Holey Moley Putt Putt

Holey Moley Putt Putt from Holey Moley

A mini golf brand that needs no introduction, Holey Moley is a quirk, fun experience with 9 holes to master with themes around pop culture. There's food and drinks on offer as well.

  • Location: Level 1 Wintergarden, Queen Street Mall, Brisbane
  • Cost: From $18 per adult and $10 per child
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Road trips over the Easter long weekend in Brisbane

Moreton Island

Moreton Island is located just off the coast of Brisbane and is accessible via scenic ferry. Once on the island, travellers can expect off-roading adventures, sailing across the waterways and fun in the sun via jet ski.

Bribie Island

If an unforgettable experience is what you're after this long weekend, Bribie Island is where to be. Spend your days in the sun immersed in water sports or touring the island's historic gems, just 1.5 hours north of Brisbane.

Caloundra Water Cruise and Bribie Island National Park Experience
Caloundra Water Cruise and Bribie Island National Park Experience

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Mount Cotton

Situated just 40 minutes south of Brisbane, Mount Cotton is home to national parks and wine country. Take the weekend to explore the different flavours among the reds at Sirromet Wines or get a quick game of golf in.

Classic Mustang Cruise with Wine Tasting at Sirromet
Classic Mustang Cruise with Wine Tasting at Sirromet

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Winery Tour and Tasting with Gourmet Cheese Platter
Winery Tour and Tasting with Gourmet Cheese Platter

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Shops open over the Easter long weekend in Brisbane

Shopping centreGood FridaySaturdayEaster SundayEaster Monday
DFO BrisbaneClosed10am-6pm10am-6pm10am-6pm
Queen Street MallStore dependentStore dependentStore dependentStore dependent
Strathpine CentreEntertainment and outdoor dining
9am until late
Specialty stores, target, supermarkets and Big W
Closed
Specialty Stores
9am-5pm
Supermarkets
9am-6pm
Big W
8am-6pm
Target
9am-5pm
Entertainment and outdoor dining
9am until late
Specialty Stores
10am-4pm
Supermarkets
9am-6pm
Big W
9am-4pm
Target
9am-5pm
Entertainment and outdoor dining
9am until late
Specialty Stores
10am-4pm
Supermarkets
9am-6pm
Big W
9am-4pm
Target
9am-5pm
Entertainment and outdoor dining
9am until late
Westfield ChermsideClosed9am-5pm10am-5pm10am-5pm
Westfield CarindaleClosed9am-5pm10am-5pm10am-5pm
Westfield NorthlakesClosed9am-5pm10am-5pm10am-5pm
Westfield Garden CityClosed9am-5pm10am-5pm10am-5pm
Westfield HelensvaleClosed9am-5pm10am-4pm10am-4pm

Attractions open over the Easter long weekend in Brisbane

AttractionGood FridaySaturdayEaster SundayEaster MondayWhere to book
Australia ZooOpenOpenOpenOpenRedBalloon
Trevena Glen FarmOpenOpenClosedOpenAdrenaline
Tangalooma WrecksOpenOpenOpenOpenRedBalloon
Springbrook and Tamborine Rainforest TourOpenOpenOpenOpenViator
Moreton Island Day TripOpenOpenOpenClosedViator
Kangaroo Point Cliffs ExperienceOpenOpenOpenClosedKlook
Southern Moreton BayOpenOpenOpenOpenKlook
OpenOpenOpenOpen
Hijinx Hotel ChermsideOpenOpenOpenOpenHijinx Hotel
OpenOpenOpenOpen
Holey MoleyOpenOpenOpenOpenHoley Moley

Restaurants, cafes and bars open over the Easter long weekend in Brisbane

NameAddressOpening hoursCuisineWhere to book
Weekday Breakfast BuffetCnr Edward & Margaret Streets, BrisbaneFriday-Monday
7:30am-9am
ContinentalGroupon
4 Shared Pates & Dessert & Beer or Wine75 Welsby Street, New FarmTuesday, Thursday-Sunday
3pm-8pm
AustralianGroupon
GOMA Art & Dining ExperienceGallery of Modern Art, Stanley Pl, South Brisbane QLDWednesday-Sunday
12pm-6pm
Modern Australian
Deluxe High Tea & Glass of Premium SparklingGallery Level, 117 Adelaide St, Brisbane City QLDMonday-Saturday
9:30am-1:30pm
Modern Australian
Galaxy Seafood & Mediterranean RestaurantShop 6/50 Marine Parade, SouthportFriday-Monday
12pm-7pm
MediterraneanGroupon
Chocolate Country192 Main Street, MontvilleFriday-Monday
9:30am-1pm
DessertGroupon
The Balfour Kitchen & Bar37 Balfour Street, New FarmFriday-Monday
7am-11am, 12pm-2pm, 5-9pm
Vietnamese
City Winery11 Wandoo Street, Fortitude ValleyFriday-Saturday
12pm-11pm
Sunday
12pm-9pm
Monday
Closed
Modern European
Donna Chang3/171 George Street, Brisbane CityFriday-Saturday
12pm-midnightSunday

12pm-10.30pm

Monday
Closed

Chinese
Electric Avenue23 Logan Road, WoolloongabbaFriday-Saturday
12pm-12am
Sunday
12pm-11pm
Monday
Closed
Modern Australian
Farm House9 Somerset Road, KedronFriday
Closed
Saturday-Monday 6.30am-2.30pm
Cafe
Gusto Da GianniRemora Road, HamiltonFriday-Monday
11:30am-2:30pm, 5:30pm-9:30pmCloses at 8:30pm on Sundays
Italian
Happy BoyEast Street, Fortitude ValleyFriday:
11:30am-2pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday
11:30am-2pm, 5pm-9:30pm

Sunday:
11:30am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Monday
Closed

Chinese
Industry Beans18 Proe Street, NewsteadFriday - Monday
7am-3.30pm
Cafe
La Lune Wine Co44 Fish Lane, South BrisbaneFriday
12pm-10pm
Saturday
4pm-10pm
Sunday
Close
Monday
Closed
European
Les Bubbles144 Wickham Street, Fortitude ValleyMonday
Closed
Friday-Sunday 11:30am-2pm, 5pm-9pm (Closes 8:30pm on Sundays)
Steakhouse
Mons Thai12A Martha Street, Camp HillFriday-Saturday
5-10pm
Sunday
5pm-8:30pm
Monday
5:30pm-9pm
Thai
Morning AfterCambridge Street, West EndFriday-Monday
7am-3pm
Cafe
Pawpaw Cafe898 Stanley Street, WoolloongabbaFriday and Saturday 7am-3pm, 5-9pm
Sunday and Monday
7am-3pm
Cafe, Asian
Mr Percival'sHoward Smith Wharves, 5 Boundary Street, BrisbaneFriday-Monday
11am-late
Bar
Tetto Rooftop Bar1/807 Stafford Road, Everton ParkFriday
Closed
Saturday - Sunday
12pm-late
Monday
Closed
Bar
Stone & Wood99 Bridge Street, Fortitude ValleyFriday-Saturday
12-10.30pm
Sunday
12pm-6pm
Monday
Closed
Bar
Catchment Brewing Co.150 Boundary Street, West EndFriday-Saturday
12pm-12am
Sunday
12pm-9pm
Monday 12pm-10pm
Bar
  • Note: The above is accurate as of 22 March 2023. Public holidays may affect normal trading hours. Contact the venue before visiting to confirm their trading hours for 7–10 April 2024.

Events happening in Brisbane over the Easter long weekend

  • Redcliffe Festivals of Sails: The annual Good Friday festival is back for another year of celebration. Enjoy a full day of Easter entertainment including an egg hunt for the little ones, live music and a plethora of market stalls. 7 April. Free entry.
  • Sandgate Bluewater Festival: Spend a day by the beach this long weekend at the Sandgate Bluewater Festival. The event is set to feature market stalls, rides, plenty of food options, fireworks and entertainment for the whole family. 7 April. Free entry.
  • Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race: Catch the annual Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race from the foreshore. 7 April.
  • Fernvale Country Markets: Keep it simple on Easter Sunday with the Fernvale Country Markets. Explore the countless stalls on offer, from local produce to handmade gifts. 9 April. Free entry.
  • Sandstone Point Easter Sunday Eggstravaganza: The annual Easter egg hunt returns with over 6,000 eggs to find. As well as the hunt, you'll find live music, kids rides and entertainment. The Easter Bunny will also be there. 9 April. Free entry.
  • Easter Long Weekend in Victoria Park: During Easter, Victoria Park is the place to be. Sip chocolate cocktails at the Bistro, listen to live music and meet the Easter Bunny. 7–10 April. Bookings essential.

Free things to do in Brisbane over the Easter long weekend

  • Take a tour of the Queensland Museum. Entry to the museum is free, some exhibits may require a ticket.
  • Have a picnic. There are great picnic spots in Brisbane including the City Botanic Gardens, Sherwood Arboretum and Newstead Park.
  • Spend the day at the beach. Head to Streets Beach in South Bank if you'd prefer to stay close to the city centre.
  • Ride along the Riverwalk. Winding around the Brisbane River the riverwalk is the perfect place to get some exercise and see the city.
  • Explore Old Petrie Town. Step back in time and take a look at how Australia looked in the past.

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