Brisbane Festival Communities Program - Expressions of Interest Open Now

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Brisbane Festival Communities Program - Expressions of Interest Open Now

Your City: Your Festival 2025

Brisbane Festival & Neighbourhood Centres: Expressions of Interest

Brisbane Festival is calling on Neighbourhood Centres across the Brisbane City Council area to play a pivotal role in an exciting community engagement initiative. This program not only highlights the vital contribution of Neighbourhood Centres to Queensland’s social infrastructure but also strengthens the sense of place within local communities through the power of arts and culture.

Get Involved: Become a Local Host

Neighbourhood Centres are invited to express their interest in becoming local hosts for a series of arts workshops. These workshops are designed to foster deep connections between local artists and community members, creating a vibrant and inclusive cultural experience.

Selection Criteria

To be considered as a host Neighbourhood Centres , applicants should demonstrate the ability to:

  • Promote the workshops and events effectively within their local community.

  • Provide appropriate workshop spaces, as outlined in the Neighbourhood Centres’ role section.

  • Collaborate within the key timeframes to achieve the best outcomes for their community in partnership with the Brisbane Festival team.

Additionally, the selection process will ensure representation across different geographical areas and community demographics within Brisbane.

Key Benefits for Selected Centres

  • Official recognition as part of Brisbane Festival 2025.

  • Inclusion in the Festival’s program launch in June 2025.

  • Opportunities to showcase and celebrate local artists and community talent.

This is an incredible opportunity for Neighbourhood Centres to engage with the arts, bring their communities together, and gain citywide recognition. If your centre is ready to be part of this dynamic initiative, submit your expression of interest today!


Download the info pack

Applications are open until 21 March

Brisbane Festival Communities Program is an initiative of the Queensland Government and Brisbane City Council.


Brisbane Festival expresses deep respect to and acknowledges the First People of this Country.