Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons

If you need a school holiday win that doesn’t involve a sugar rush or a loud gift shop, this is your ticket. Thousands of flameless candles flicker across the stunning architecture of Collingwood Town Hall while a brilliant string quartet performs Vivaldi’s beloved Four Seasons and it is absolutely breathtaking.

This Candlelight Concert is the perfect way to introduce kids to classical music without the stuffy don’t-you-dare-breathe atmosphere of a traditional concert hall. The setting is magical like something straight out of a movie and the music is fast, dramatic, and surprisingly relatable even to a primary schooler.

At just one hour long, it hits the sweet spot for keeping kids genuinely engaged before they start wondering when they can play Minecraft. Parents get to enjoy a rare moment of actual peace and beauty while the kids sit wide-eyed at the sheer spectacle of it all. One of the most unique family shows in Brisbane right now.

A sophisticated, memorable experience that proves culture doesn’t have to be a chore and one of the most beautiful school holiday activities in Brisbane on the calendar. Plus, it’s a great excuse to dress up a little and feel like you’ve genuinely done something with your Friday night.