There are some great events on in and around the 4017 this January. Take a look at some of these great events and load up your calendar.
Community Events in January 2026
The Boor – A comedic opera by Dominick Argento
Boors are worse than boring; they’re offensive and repulsive. To be a Boor is to be an obnoxious, unsophisticated oaf. But this Boor might have just met his match.
A young widow sits alone in the drawing room of a country manor. Since her husband’s passing, she has been resigned to a small existence, with only the company of her more-than-slightly exasperated manservant. But life has a curve-ball lying in wait for her.
The sudden appearance of a stranger, The Boor, jolts her out of her haze. He demands payment for a debt left by her husband, and refuses to leave until it is settled. The two engage in a tumultuous battle of wit and courage, culminating in an unlikely duel. Their passionate engagement ultimately sparks something new and… unexpected.
Dominick Argento’s comedic opera, The Boor, is based on the one act play by Anton Chekhov, “The Bear”. Dynamic and fast-moving, Argento’s score expertly reflects the character arcs and pace of the sharp comedy brought out in Jon Olon-Scrymgeours libretto. A compact, three-hander show that captures the hearts of audiences, this tale is a reminder to all that just when you think it’s all over, a new hope can suddenly change everything. Tickets via Humanitix.
- Sandgate Town Hall,Crn Cliff and Seymour Streets, Sandgate
- 6 February, 7pm-8pm
Blarney Stone at the Cardigan Bar
Enjoy an afternoon of traditional Irish and popular folk music.
- 10 January from 3pm
- 5/198 Seymour Street, Sandgate
Steam Train Rides
Head out to McPherson park to ride the Miniature Steam Trains. Held on the fourth Sunday of every month and run by the Bracken Ridge Lions, tickets are just $2 per ride.
- 25 January from 9am
- McPherson Park, 146 Denham Street, Bracken Ridge
Brisbane Bullets v Illawarra Hawks
Australia Day Hoops! Spend your Aussie Day courtside and get amongst the action as the Bullets take on the Hawks.
- Brisbane Entertainment Centre
- 1 melaleuca Dr, Boondall
- 26 January at 6.30pm
Beautiful Blooms – Abstract Peonies
Join us for a fabulous two-day creative experience celebrating the lush beauty of peonies! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or an absolute beginner, this workshop is all about fun, flow, and fresh paint. Tickets – www.freshpaintworkshops.com.au/event-details/beautiful-blooms-abstract-peonies
- 17-18 January
- Deagon, 119 Barclay Street
Learn to Skate
Free skateboarding lessons for all skill levels. This is a Chillout event suitable for young people 6-17 years. No bookings required. Requirements – Skateboard if you have one, enclosed shoes and a helmet. For more information email Kale at SEQ Skateboard Coaching
- 17 January 11am-12.30pm
- Deagon Sportsground Park, Deagon
Bracken Ridge Library Events
Bring your knitting, weaving, spinning or crochet projects to work alongside like-minded fibre crafters, make new friends and be inspired with new ideas. No bookings required.
- 6, 13, 20, 27 January, 10am
- 77 Bracken Street, Bracken Ridge
- Northside spinners and fibrecrafters
Bracken Ridge Family History Group
Are you interested in researching your family history or genealogy? Come along and swap research tips or seek advice and assistance in family history. No booking required.
- 6 January 1pm-4pm
Undercover Games
Join this group for social and non-competitive fun with a selection of board games, from Rummykub to Sequence. Ideal for adults and seniors. New members welcome. No booking required.
- 8 January, 1pm-3pm
Sphero Summer Games
Join in the school holiday fun at your local library! Join our Sphero games to complete fun coding challenges. Program Sphero robot to play ball, race and complete an obstacle course. Ideal for children aged 9–12 years. A BNETechkids workshop. Bookings required. Phone Bracken Ridge Library on 07 3667 6060 to reserve your place.
- 21 January 2.30pm-3.30pm
Brain Training
Explore brain training in an easy and fun way with a range of technologies, games and quizzes to really get you thinking. Ideal for all ages.Bookings required. Phone Bracken Ridge Library on 07 3667 6060 to reserve your place.
- 29 January 10.30am-11.30am
Sandgate Library Events
Join 3-piece children’s band Red Rocket 3 for a high-energy performance. Enjoy live music, sing-a-longs, interactive games and a whole lot of fun. Ideal for 3-10 years of age. Bookings required. Phone Sandgate Library on 07 3667 6022 to reserve your place.
- 1 Seymour Street, Sandgate
- Red rocket 3 – Live Performance
- 6 January 2.30pm-3.15pm
Tea and Trivia
Enjoy a morning of fun by making friends and testing your knowledge with trivia questions. Bookings required. Phone Sandgate Library on 07 3667 6022 to reserve your place.
- 7 January 10.30am-11.30am
Ozbot Summer Adventure
Meet Ozobot, our miniature robot! Enjoy this interactive event where you can program Ozobot to navigate fun challenges. Ideal for 3-8 years of age. A BNEtechkids workshop. Bookings required. Phone Sandgate Library on 07 3667 6022 to reserve your place.
- 8 January, 2pm-3pm
Osmo Adventure
Discover Osmo’s fun STEAM gaming system, which merges tactile problem solving with innovative ipad technology. Ideal for 5-12 years of age. A BNEtechkids workshop. Bookings required. Phone Sandgate Library on 07 3667 6022 to reserve your place.
- 15 January, 2pm-3pm
Fractured Fairytales and Revolting Rhymes
A fractured fairy tale takes a classic fairy tale or children’s story and adds a twist, changes characters or makes it more modern. During this workshop, children will learn about the process of blending narrative and verse, and have fun exploring a range of fun and interactive storytelling techniques. This workshop will enhance confidence, communication, interaction and imagination! Ideal for 6 years and older. Bookings required. Phone Sandgate Library on 07 3667 6022 to reserve your place.
- 21 January, 2.30pm-3.30pm
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