Melt festival Brisbane guide

Brisbane is showing its Pride with three electrifying weeks of colour, creativity and inclusivity at Melt Festival – and it’s one of the best LGBTQIA+ events on the city’s calendar.Welcome to Paradise: your guide to Melt Festival in BrisbaneMelt Festival is just the beginning of the beauty to discover in Brisbane – a city that sparkles throughout spring. If you’re planning your visit, start with this LGBTQIA+ guide to Brisbane. A few essentials? Shop and savour local flavours in West End, or head to James Street if designer pieces are more your style. And while Melt events will be dominating your schedule, be sure to check out what shows are on offer at Queensland Performing Arts Centre – or wander through the latest exhibition at QAGOMA. Café hop through New Farm to discover the best coffee and brunch menus. Or, hop over to one of Brisbane’s nearby islands: Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) offers great coastal walks and endless beaches for sun-seekers, while Mulgumpin (Moreton