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When you think Brisbane, you immediately think Summer right? Now we get the self-appointed Sunshine State isn’t world-famous for its Winters, but even so, it does get frosty in Brisbane.
During the cooler months, Brisbanites don their winter-esque jackets and light coats to make the most of the welcome cool compared to the blistering Summer heat. And where do they head in these jackets? To the Winter Wonderland Brisbane events of course.
Any excuse for a cute snow bunny pic, a toasty fire, and a drink right?
Your Guide to Brisbane’s Winter Events
Veuve Clicquot Winter Chalet at Customs House: The Ultimate Euro Winter Vibes
The fan favourite amongst the ‘it’ crowd is sipping champagne inside a winter wonderland dome. The Veuve Clicquot Winter Chalet has set up shop for another year at Customs House.
Pop a bottle of Veuve, order some h’orderves, and relax as the Brisbane night lights dance across the river. This event offers opportunities for romantic drinks, high tea, or dinner under a selection of chalets.
Quintessential Euro Chalet vibes, the Veuve Clicquot Winter Chalet is the epitome of winter style in Brisbane. Spots under the domes are filling up quick, book your seat today.
James Street Food & Wine Trail: Follow Your Wine Nose
James Street, usually known for its fashion, transforms one weekend a year into a culinary wonderland.
This annual event consists of two parts. Saturday is all about the trail and the festivities. Stroll the street for a range of exclusive tastings and flavours, or opt into a ticketed event in one of James Street’s many venues.
Sunday is a celebration of food and drinks under the stunning Brisbane Winter sun. You can also take yourself on the trail Sunday, but this time the street will be filled with markets.
Who doesn’t love a walk between wines? Hop on the trail the weekend of 27 and 28 July. Discover the delicious line-up here.
C’est Bon Dining in the Dark: A Real After-Dark Experience
Let’s take Winter after-dark events to a new level. Dinner. Blind-folded. The team at C’est Bon Woolloongabba want you to do just that. Until July 31, let your taste buds take over as you eliminate sight from your dining experience.
Put your trust in the chefs as they guide you through a three-course meal. Of course, they’ll take some surprise out of the meal by catering to your choice of meat, seafood, or vegetarian, but the rest... Well that’s for your mouth to find out. Book your shot in the dark now.
Brisbane Winter Sessions Festival: The Hottest Winter Event
Over 70 artists. 15 iconic venues. Across 13 days. The Brisbane Winter Sessions Festival is back this August. Stacked with local artists, the Brisbane Winter Sessions Festivals is heating up the winter events from August 5-18. Even better… a bunch of these events are free.
Check out the epic line-up now and secure your tickets to the hottest Brisbane winter events now.
Fiery Winter Warmers at Sirromet: Wine to Warm Your Soul
Winter in Brisbane isn’t Winter in Brisbane without an event at Sirromet. Wrap yourself up by the fire overlooking Brisbane’s most famous vineyards with a glass (or two) of wine in hand.
Picture yourself under the stars by a toasty, private fire pit, a rustic barrel table adorned with a seasonal grazing board next to you. And of course bottles of Sirromet’s award-winning wines. You’re feeling warmer already.
Spots are available until 29 September, so what are you waiting for? This wine won’t drink itself.
Queensland Symphony Orchestra Winter Events: Cool Meets Culture
Across all of Winter, the Queensland Symphony Orchestra famously sets the city on fire. Rolling out showstopper after showstopper, the Queensland Symphony Orchestra has over 10 events playing across multiple venues this Winter in Brisbane.
In the later Winter months, you can check out A Heavenly View, Heroic Tales, Chamber Players, Dream & Stories, and Blaze of Glory during July and August.
So the only question is, are you a front row or prestige box seat kind of person at the Opera? Secure your seats now for all the upcoming Queensland Symphony Orchestra Winter Wonderland events.
Bonus: Check Out the Best Bars in South/City/SQ
South City Wine: Bustling Bar & Bottle-o
We should add one more B to that heading - Bistro. South City Wine is the wine and dine in South/City/SQ. From inside South City Wine, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’ve stepped inside of a European bistro offering a worldly wine list, French cocktails, and mouth-watering food menu.
Whether you just want to stay for a wine or a while, you can always pick up your favourite bottle to go at the end.
Sasso Italiano: Italian Hospitality at Home
Swing by the ever lively Sasso Italiano. Like its name suggests, no matter if you’re stopping by for casual drinks or dinner, you’ll be waving your arms in excitement at every item on the menu.
Connecting good people with great Italian food and drinks, the motto here at Sasso is more is more. So really, you can never get enough of this vibrant Woolloongabba bar and restaurant.
Casa Chow: Put a Fire in Your Belly
How’s this for the ultimate combo – Chinese and Latin America. This unexpected but unforgettable blend is found only at Casa Chow in South/City/SQ.
Their colourful cocktail and bar menu is the embodiment of the Peruvian spirit offering up Pisco, Scorpion bowl cocktails, and South American wines alongside a bespoke rice lager from Aether Brewing.
The flavour doesn’t stop there. Casa Chow also has the food menu to back it up. Favouring the flavour combinations of classic East Asian and bold Peruvian aromas, you’re sure to leave Casa Chow mind blown with a happy tummy.
Recover From the Fun at Rambla
Do yourself a favour and stay in the centre of it all at a Rambla location. While this is convenient for the nights out, it’s even better for getting home after dark. Book your stay at one of the cosy home-away-from-home Rambla locations.
Snuggle into Rambla @ South/City/SQ in Woolloongabba
After you’re finished at the South/City/SQ bars, stumble up into your warm Rambla apartment. Upstairs in your cosy studio apartment, you can kick your shoes off, unwind, and reminisce about the exciting Brisbane Winter Wonderland adventures you’ve had across this vibrant city.
Book your short-term stay at Rambla South/City/SQ now right in the heart of Woolloongabba and make the most of the best Brisbane Winter events (and wine) this city has to offer.
