Upcoming events in Brisbane’s Latin calendar

Towards the end of the year, Brisbane is awash with some of the cities biggest Latin events. With activities from the Sunshine Coast to inner Brisbane City, The Gold Coast, and more, October to December is an exciting time in the Latin calendar.

October 28th- Valley Fiesta- Live Latin Extravaganza

The night before the Ekka holiday will see Cloudland host big bands, special guests and entertainment that transforms the venue into a Latin haven.

“The ground and mezzanine levels will become Rio Carnivale with live music by Brazilian big band Don Raul and special performances by the Sambalicious Samba dancers and drummers.”

Location: Cloudland

Time: All night

Price: Free before 10pm- $10 after 10pm

October 30th- Latin under the sails

Social dance to Latin music! Great for beginners and free of charge.

Location: Broadbeach

Time: 7pm-10pm

Price: Free, but numbers are limited

October 30th- Halloween Fiesta

Latin Fiesta with DJs and BYO drinks.

Location: Labrador 

Time: 7pm-11:30pm

Price: $15

October 30th- Latin Community Fun Day

Hosted by the Latin Community Hub, this event urges the community to get to know one another over food, drinks, and more.

Location: Scarborough 

Time: 11am-3pm 

Price: Free

October 30th- Rio Rhythmics Halloween Dance night

With prizes for the best costume, and a dance lesson for beginners!

Location: Rio Rhythmics 

Time:7pm-11:30pm 

Price: $10-14

November 6th - Brisbane Fiesta Latina

Location: Roma Street Parklands 

Time: All day

Price: Free

November 12th- Bilingual storytime (Spanish) at Toowong Library

Ideal for ages 2-5 to relax with a picture book and storytime in Spanish.

Location: Toowong Library 

Time: 10:30am-11am

Price: Free, booking needed

November 20th- Spanish Language tour at the Museum of Brisbane

Location: Museum of Brisbane 

Time: 2:30pm

Price: Free

November 21st- Latin Rockin’ for a Cause

100% of ticket sales will be donated to helping children in Latin America, where COVID has had a severe effect.

Location: Brightside 

Time: 5pm-11pm 

Price: $10-20

November 25th- Tropicanabar Dinner & Show

“Celebrate la buena vida with a magical fusion of colour, live music and dance at Tropicabana — the explosive new dinner and show at Cloudland.”

Location: Cloudland 

Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm 

Price: $99.29

December 5th- Tropicalia & Legacy Annual Xmas Party

Full Latin show, Brazilian drums, jumping castle, face painting, party, food and drinks.

Location: Kawana 

Time: 5pm

Price: from $11.64

October to November- Latin Friday Nights at Brisbane Square

Brisbane square hosts music, dance and a whole lot of community spirit that is perfect for beginner dancers.

Location: Brisbane Square 

Time: 7pm-11pm

Price: Free

October to December- Salsa in the Park

Get involved!

Location: Broadwater Parklands

Time: 3pm-6pm 

Price: Free