Together Brisbane: April 2026 Event Roundup
Welcome to your April edition of Together Brisbane, a curated guide to connecting with your community. From high-energy cycling festivals to relaxed multicultural BBQs, here is how to get involved in the River City this month.
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🏮 Featured Multicultural Festivals
Brisbane Songkran Festival 2026
Celebrate the Thai New Year with traditional water blessings, vibrant performances, and authentic street food. This is a premier event for those looking to experience multicultural Brisbane at its most joyful.
- Suburb: Forestdale (Wat Thai Buddharam)
- Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026
- Cost: Free Entry
- Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible; open-air venue.
- Contact: Wat Thai Buddharam Inc. | songkranbrisbane.com
Zenfant Des Iles: Mauritian Welcome BBQ
A perfect opportunity for singles and families alike to meet the Mauritian community. Expect sega music, island flavors, and a warm atmosphere at the foot of the Kangaroo Point Cliffs.
- Suburb: Kangaroo Point (Captain Burke Park)
- Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026 (4:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
- Cost: Free (Registration encouraged)
- Accessibility: Accessible park facilities and pathways.
- Contact: Zenfant Des Iles | via viabrisbane.com
🚲 Local Life & Street Parties
Tour de Brisbane
Even if you aren’t riding, the atmosphere at the finish line and along the riverside routes is electric. It’s a great day to cheer on locals and enjoy the festival hub.
- Suburb: Brisbane CBD & Riverside
- Date: Sunday, 12 April 2026 (All day)
- Cost: Free for spectators
- Accessibility: High; CBD paved routes.
- Contact: NXsports | tourdebrisbane.com.au
Groovin’ in the Green
A relaxed community “street party” style event featuring live music, local art, and markets in the park.
- Suburb: Mango Hill (Lakeview Park)
- Date: Sunday, 26 April 2026 (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM)
- Cost: Free
- Accessibility: Outdoor grassed areas; portable accessible toilets usually provided.
- Contact: City of Moreton Bay | moretonbay.qld.gov.au
🤝 Give Back: Volunteering Opportunities
Legacy Brisbane: Broncos Game Day Raffle
Looking to meet new people while supporting a great cause? Legacy is seeking volunteers to help sell raffle tickets during the high-energy Broncos home game.
- Suburb: Milton (Suncorp Stadium)
- Date: Friday, 24 April 2026
- Cost: Free to volunteer (includes stadium access)
- Contact: Legacy Brisbane | legacy.com.au
Standing Up for MND: Event Photographer/Support
Help raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease at this visual awareness event where participants form a “human cornflower.”
- Suburb: Brisbane CBD
- Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2026
- Cost: Free
- Contact: MND Queensland | mndaq.org.au
💡 Things to do in Brisbane for Singles
If you’re flying solo this month, the Brisbane Comedy Festival (starting April 24) is the ultimate icebreaker. Head to the Brisbane Powerhouse for a show, then hit the riverside bars. For something more active, the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha offers Free Volunteer Guided Walks every Saturday at 11:00 AM—a low-pressure way to meet other nature lovers.
Tip: Most Brisbane parks offer free electric BBQs. If you’re looking for a casual way to host your own “street party,” check out New Farm Park or South Bank Picnic Island—just remember to arrive early on weekends!
