Whats on in Brisbane in February - Events in Brisbane Queensland Australia

February 2010 Events in Brisbane and Queensland

30 January to 7 February 2010 - 2010 Wetlands Festival - The annual event aims to raise awareness about the environmental, economic, social, and health benefits wetlands provide.
- 6 February (Saturday) 2010 - Bird Watching Walk at Nudgee Waterholes - See the variety of birds that live in this area of wetlands and adjacent bushland. A volunteer guide will help identify the birds seen and heard on this circuit track which also passes an historic Aboriginal Bora Ring. Take a hat, water bottle, binoculars, field guides, insect repellent, sunscreen, and morning tea. 6.30 am to 9.00 am at Nudgee Waterhole. Bookings are essential. Contact Brisbane City Council on 07 3403 8888.
- 7 February (Sunday) 2010 - World Music for Migratory Waders - Around 40,000 migratory wader birds visit Moreton Bay each year from around the world. The festival aims to raise awareness of these birds, their conservation issues and the trans-continental journey they make every year to reach the winter refuge of Moreton Bay. Featuring world music, guest speakers, cultural workshops, food stalls, children’s activities and information on conserving our wetlands. 12.00 pm to 6.00 pm on the Nudgee Beach foreshore, Fortitude St, Nudgee Beach.
9 December 2009 to 21 February 2010 - Moonlight Cinema - An outdoor cinema screening new release, classic, and cult films in New Farm Park. See the Moonlight Cinema program.
5 February (Friday) 2010 - The James Morrison Orchestra - Featuring Monica Trapaga, Doug Parkinson, Tiara, and James Morrison. 8.00 pm, Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre, South Bank. To book tickets visit Qtix.
5 February (Friday) 2010 - Redlands Charity Golf Day - Haiti Appeal - The Victoria Point Sharks, Redlands Sporting Club, Redlands RSL and Redland Bay Golf Club have joined forces to host a charity golf day to raise funds for the Save the Children Fund in Haiti. Tickets are $75 or $300 for a team of four. Tickets include 18 holes of golf at the Redland Bay Golf Club, electric cart hire, pre game burger, post game drinks, post game buffet lunch, and a gift bag. To book tickets contact the Redland Bay Golf Club on (07) 3206 7011.
6 February (Saturday) 2010 - New Zealand (Waitangi) Day Celebrations - Waitangi Day is New Zealand's annual celebration of the signing of the Waitangi Treaty.
10 February (Wednesday) 2010 - The Heritage Talks: 130 Years of Local Government in the Moreton Bay Region - Come and hear why Leith Barter has earned his reputation as Moreton Bay's walking encyclopaedia of local knowledge. Free, with morning tea provided. Pine Rivers Heritage Museum Old Petrie Town Dayboro Road Whiteside 10.00 am to 11.30 am.
12 February (Friday) 2010 - Go Red For Women - Valentine's Day Movie Screening - Dress up in red for a special screening of the romantic comedy Valentine’s Day. The event is part of the annual Go Red For Women campaign, which aims to raise funds for Heart Foundation education and research into women and heart disease. Tickets are $30, which includes the movie ticket, pre-movie canapés, champagne, and a donation to the Heart Foundation. 5.30 pm at the Palace Barracks Cinema, 61 Petrie Tce, Paddington. To book tickets email qldevents [at] heartfoundation.org.au
13 February (Saturday) 2010 - Women's Vocal Workshop - Join Redland Rhapsody Chorus for a one day vocal technique workshop from 9.00 am to 4.00 pm with four additional group lessons on Tuesday evenings 16th, 23rd February and 2nd and 9th March. The program is conducted by the Director of Redland Rhapsody Chorus based in Alexandra Hills. Bookings are essential. Email christine.laker [at] bigpond.com
13 February (Saturday) 2010 - Mater Rendezvous with Romance Ball - The 21st annual gala ball is themed “Love Changes Everything” and aims to raise $100,000 for life-changing medical research at the Mater. Each ticket includes a three-course gourmet dinner. Tickets are $175 or $1700 for a table of 10. 7.00 pm at the Plaza Ballroom, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Cnr Merivale & Glenelg St, South Brisbane. To book tickets visit the Mater Foundation.
13 February (Saturday) 2010 - Secrets, Lies, and Scriptwriting - Join Billy Marshall Stoneking in a one-day workshop for writers, directors, producers, editors, actors, and documentarians. 9.00 am to 4.30 pm at Griffith University Southbank campus, 226 Grey St, South Brisbane. For more information or to book, visit Where's the Drama?
13 February to 30 March 2010 - Rocky Horror Picture Show - Do the Time Warp again and again at The Ultimate Rocky Party Experience. In the tradition of the “Midnight Screenings”, die hard fans will bring the movie to life with an interactive floorshow. Screenings begin at 8.00pm. For more information see Stage Door Dinner Theatre.
13 February (Saturday) 2010 - Country Music Concert for Ethan Day - Entertainers include Jay & Doll, Sharryn Bell, Edith Green, Nathan Williams, and more. Entry is $10 for adults and free for children under 12. 2.00 pm to 7.00 pm at the Samford Community Centre, School Rd, Samford.
14 February (Sunday) 2010 - Valentine's Day - see Valentine's Day gift ideas
14 February (Sunday) 2010 - V-Day - A global movement to stop violence against females.
14 February (Sunday) 2010 - Hearts and Roses Day for Cystic Fibrosis Queensland - Raise funds for people with Cystic Fibrosis in Queensland by hosting a 'Go Red' event or a morning tea.
14 February (Sunday) 2010 - Chinese New Year - Celebrations taking place in Chinatown, Fortitude Valley and Sunnybank. (For Chinese New Year party and costume ideas see Themes4Parties: Oriental).
15 February (Monday) 2010 - Tognetti's Mozart - Presented by the Australian Chamber Orchestra. Featuring works by Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, and Grieg. 8.00pm at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre, Brisbane. For more information or to book tickets visit the ACO.
16 February (Tuesday) 2010 - Pancake Day - Pancakes will be on sale for $2 each from 7.00 am to 10.00 am at the Wesley Mission Brisbane’s Albert Street Uniting Church on the corner of Ann and Albert St. All money raised will be donated to the The Sudanese Nuer Faith Community of the Uniting Church.
20 February (Saturday) 2010 - Soundwave - An annual alternative music festival held at the RNA Showgrounds, Brisbane (see accommodation in Brisbane).
20 February (Saturday) 2010 - Good Vibrations Festival - An annual 18+ dance music festival. Parklands Showground, Southport (see Gold Coast Hotels for accommodation).
20 February (Saturday) 2010 - Garden Valley Music Sunas Concert - Celtic music with guests guitarist Tim O'Brien and multi instrumentalist Brendon Williams. Tickets are $10 and will be available at the door. 7.30 pm in The School of Arts Hall, Palm Ave, Forest Hill (in the Lockyer Valley, about one hour's drive from Brisbane).
21 February (Sunday) 2010 - Tropfest - Annual short film festival screened simultaneously in Australia's capital cities. 4.00 pm in the Cultural Forecourt at the Parklands in Southbank.
21 February (Sunday) 2010 - Mt Glorious Bush Walk - Come and spend a relaxing day amongst the figs and palms on a bush walk around Mt Glorious in the D’Aguilar National Park with the Wynnum Walkers. Enquiries: 0410 711 887.
21 to 28 February 2010 - Australian Organ Donor Awareness Week - Aims to raise awareness about organ and tissue donation and encourage Australians to register.
23 February to 21 March 2010 - Brisbane Comedy Festival - Presented by the Brisbane Powerhouse and featuring international and local comedians.
24 February (Wednesday) 2010 - Mysore Brothers - Indian Classical Music - Indian violinists, the Mysore Brothers, will be presenting a range of Ragas, Rhythms and Compositions from as far back as the 17th Century. Tickets are $28 for adults and $26 for concession. 7.30 pm to 9.30 pm at the Judith Wright Centre, 420 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley. To book tickets visit the Judith Wright Centre.
27 February (Saturday) 2010 - Future Music Festival - Annual 18+ dance music festival held at the Doomben Racecourse (see accommodation in Brisbane).
27 February (Saturday) 2010 - Australian Model Railway Convention includes information sessions, workshops, and speakers at The Workshops Rail Museum, North St, Ipswich, To attend the convention, register online.
27 February (Saturday) 2010 - Lights on the Hill Trucking Memorial Convoy (pdf) - An annual truck convoy to remember Australian truck drivers who have lost their lives. The convoy will depart Toowoomba Showgrounds and BP Archerfield for Gatton Showgrounds at 11.00 am. Entertainment includes children's rides, live music, and more. The cost is $50 to enter the convoy. Gate entry is $10 for adults, $5 for children, and free for children under five. All funds go towards the building of stage two of the memorial wall.
27 & 28 February (Saturday) 2010 - Helidon 2010 Paris Masked Ball & Jazz Festival
Saturday at 8pm - 40’S - SWING IN PARIS’ BALL at the Helidon Community Centre with the Allan Brown Big Band. The theme is “ French – 40’s,” and everyone is encouraged to dress accordingly. Admission is $45. (A dance workshop by “Swing Dance Brisbane”, will be held the week before on Sunday 21st February.)
Sunday Feb 28th is the JAZZ FESTIVAL at 64 Railway Street, starting at 3 p.m. The WINDY CITY JAZZ BAND & HOPNEY MOFFETT & others will be playing. There will be fine wine and gourmet food, French pastries, face painting & rides. Entry is by gold coin donation. Ph. 0408 435 436 or see www.helidon.org
28 February (Sunday) 2010 - Rare Disease Day - Aims to raise awareness about the impact rare diseases have on patients' lives.
28 February (Sunday) 2010 - Lockyer Valley All-breeds Cat Show - Visitors welcome. To be held at the Everton Park State High School Hall. To enter in the show, complete the registration form (pdf).
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