Community Events
Botanica: Contemporary Art Outside 2022
Some events require bookings.
Discover Botanica
Discover a stunning open-air art exhibition in the heart of Brisbane City at Botanica – Contemporary Art Outside from May 20-29 , in the City Botanic Gardens from 5pm to 10pm daily.
As the sun sets over Brisbane’s iconic urban skyline, Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens come to life with state-of-the-art projections, unexpected installations and interactive artworks to captivate children and adults.
Enjoy Botanica Live Nights on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings during the festival with additional activations, music, food trucks and an outdoor bar.
Botanica is a free event.
Artists and artworks
Botanica features new artworks from some of Australia’s leading contemporary artists and designers. It explores the nexus of art and design practice and inspires conversations about our built, natural and digital environments. Explore the artists and artworks that will be on display during the 2022 program.
Public events program
Botanica offers a range of unique experiences for all ages including guided walks, a children’s discovery trails and hands-on workshops.
All events are free, with some subject to bookings via Eventbrite. We have listed some of our favourite family friendly events below:
The finer details
When: Friday, May 20 to Sunday, May 29
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Where: City Botanic Gardens, Alice Street, Brisbane City
Cost: Free
Event Type: Art, Festivals and Parties, Food and Drink, Leisure, Music, Talks and Classes
Features: Under $10, Under $20, Free, After School, After Work, Good for Families, Good for Groups, Outdoors
