Come along from 5:30pm and enjoy pre-show entertainment from the Brisbane City Temple Salvation Army band conducted by Stuart Lang. The band will be helped out by Smartie Pants the clown before the screening of family movie ‘Ponyo’ at 6:30pm. Enjoy a BBQ dinner and popcorn during the film!

Academy-Award winning Director Hayao Miyazaki helms Ponyo, a charming animation that illustrates an exciting tale of friendship and adventure for the young (and young at heart). Features outstanding voice talent from Cate Blanchett, Matt Damon, Liam Neeson, Tina Fey and more!

Presented by Translink Cine Sparks – The Australian Film Festival for Young People and supported by Brisbane City Council

Gather the family and a picnic rug and enjoy an evening of cinema under the stars.

As part of Cine Sparks – The Australian Film Festival for Young People, Brisbane Brass Junior Marching Band led by the Giant Puppets, will march from Queen Street Mall to King George Square and will play movie themes as part of the Family Film Fiesta. The day will include a fiesta of family films including Wizard of Oz, The General, A Night at the Opera and film related activities for children.

Featuring Brisbane Symphonic Band conducted by Stefanie Smith, in a Italian mood with selections of famous operas. Enjoy selections from Barber of Seville, Aida and Bolero.

Featuring QWAZZ, the jazz ensemble from Queensland Wind & Brass playing an exciting repertoire of jazz standards to delight lovers of big band music. Sing along with the Band’s superb vocalists for a memorable afternoon in the botanic gardens.

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MANLY’S MUSIC MARKETS AND ARTS

Champions of Brass, Australia’s premier brass band Brisbane Excelsior – don’t miss an opportunity to hear acclaimed Brisbane Excelsior band joined by champion pipe band Queensland Highlanders play in the park at Manly. Join the crowds at the markets along the Esplanade, soak up the sunshine and enjoy a feast of brass and bagpipes.

Featuring St John Ambulance Concert Band conducted by Major Ivan Cocking playing music from England, Ireland and Scotland. Joined by pipers from Ormiston Heritage Pipes and Drums the atmosphere is one of celtic celebration.

Featuring Sunnybank Brass conducted by Louisa Smith. Enjoy the beautiful surrounds of Newstead Park and a sparkling concert of swing music with a repertoire from the giants of the swing era including Glenn Miller, Count Bassie and Duke Ellington.

Featuring Brisbane City Temple Salvation Army Band conducted by Stuart Lang.

Always surprising and always entertaining, this is brass band music at it’s best. With a mix of traditional and contemporary tunes, the rotunda at New Farm will resonate with the bold and beautiful sounds of brass.

Featuring Yellow Cabs Bayside Brass conducted by Major Ivan Cocking playing music from James Bond, Lord of the Rings, Moulin Rouge and Pirates of the Caribbean.