Events

Hear from Simon Farley, Fryer Librarian, about a selection of treasures held in the Fryer Library including beautiful, rare books and the manuscript papers of great Australian writers including David Malouf, Peter Carey, Thea Astley, and Oodgeroo Noonuccal.
Free event
Location: UQ Centre, St Lucia campus

This innovative event brings together the creative talents of UQ's composition and performance students in reflective and imaginative artistic dialogue with each other and with the evocative artworks featured in the UQ Art Museum’s current exhibition.
Free event
Location: UQ Art Museum, St Lucia campus

From classical to contemporary soundscapes, join us for a festival of music at UQ St Lucia. Culminating in a rare opportunity to hear Terry Riley’s pulsating minimalist masterpiece In C, alongside George Gershwin's beloved Rhapsody in Blue, the festival will feature diverse music from Mozart to the music of 2024.
Free event
St Lucia campus - various locations

More than 110,000 books, magazines, vinyl records, DVDs and other pre-loved goodies will be available at this year’s UQ Alumni Book Fair, from as little as $1, helping us raise funds for UQ student scholarships and research.
Free event
Location: UQ Centre, St Lucia campus

Are you ready to make your next career move? A UQ MBA may be just what you need to take the next step. Join one of our information events to explore how an MBA can help you reach your career goals.
In-person event now full - please register for the webinar.

To mark the 2024 UQ Alumni Book Fair (3–6 May), we’re celebrating with the favourite foods of iconic writers, Ernest Hemingway and Emily Dickinson.
Available for lunch Monday 29 April and Tuesday 30 April.
Available for lunch and dinner from Wednesday 1 – Friday 3 May.

The 2024 ball promises to be an unforgettable event, with great food, music and a celebration of 100 years of Men's Hockey at UQHC. We encourage all members to include their partners for the evening's revelry. The Club looks forward to seeing current and past members at this milestone celebration.
Tickets: $165
Location: Rydges Hotel - South Bank

Are you ready to make your next career move? A UQ MBA may be just what you need to take the next step. Join one of our information events to explore how an MBA can help you reach your career goals.
Free event
Location: UQ Brisbane City, 308 Queen Street

Join Peter Harris AO as he explores the role of competition regulation and the impact any reform could make on economic stability and growth.
Free event
Location: online

With growing concerns around aviation emissions and the impact of over-tourism on communities, there is more awareness than ever of the need to travel sustainably. This UQ Talks panel explores groundbreaking research on sustainable aviation, and will offer green travel advice for all voyagers and business owners.
Free event
Location: online

Join Lisa Reihana and Mykaela Saunders, in conversation with Ellen Van Neerven, as they discuss their practices of storytelling around Indigenous histories and futures connected to the Great Ocean. Location: The University of Queensland Art Museum

Join the School of Communication and Arts for our annual Daphne Mayo Public Lecture. Presented by international film scholar Professor Julie Turnock – From Star Wars to Marvel to the Oscars: Blockbuster Aesthetics and Special/Visual Effects. Location: Terrace Room, Level 6, Sir Llew Edwards Building.

Join UQ’s Friends of Antiquity at the April Sunday Series event, ‘Wondrous Machines – an exhibition and tour in the RD Milns Antiquities Museum’. Location: RD Milns Antiquities Museum, St Lucia campus

Ever wondered what it takes to make it as a leader – and how to do it well? With the tides shifting towards purpose over profit, sustainable growth, diversity and increased accountability, it has never been more important – or more challenging – to nail the task of leadership.

The UQ India alumni network invites you to join the UQ Cricket Club for an exclusive UQ alumni event in Bangalore on Tuesday, 2 April, where we'll witness an exciting T20 cricket match between the Royal Challengers Bangalore and the Lucknow Super Giants. Venue: Happilo Pavilion Terrace, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Happilo Pavilion Terrace, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Yalanji trio Briscoe Sisters bring language and song to the stage, fusing gospel with their yalanji spirituality.

Refine your strategic thinking skills while engaging with other executives and industry leaders. By participating in any of our free monthly masterclasses and sharing your valuable feedback, you’ll contribute to the evolution of business knowledge and practice.

The 2024 Rodney Wylie Lecture will be presented by Michel Barnier. Michel is a French politician who served as the European Commission's Head of Task Force for Relations with the United Kingdom. Locations: Customs House, Brisbane / State Library Victoria, Melbourne / Customs House, Sydney

Kick-start your weekend with the whole family at the World Science Festival Brisbane Robowars alumni family day out.

The Institute for Molecular Bioscience returns to World Science Festival Brisbane's City of Science with our Junior Science Hub. Enjoy a weekend packed with engaging, hands-on science activities suitable for the whole family. Location: South Bank Parklands

Join UQ Ventures at The Princess Theatre for ilab Accelerator Pitch Night, Thursday 21 March, where UQ’s startup entrepreneurs will present their cutting-edge innovations – from AI-driven platforms and digital cameras to the future of the electrical grid.

Nonsemble's performance of "Go Seigen vs. Fujisawa Kuranosuke" by Chris Perren translates a 1953 Go game into a musical journey, showcasing strategic depth and innovation. Location: Nickson Room, UQ School of Music

Join UQ's Friends of Antiquity and the UQ School of Historical and Philosophical Inquiry for the 29th annual Ancient History Day, exploring the theme of heroes and anti-heroes. Location: Abel Smith Lecture Theatre, UQ St Lucia

Enter an artwork inspired by your favourite book for the chance to have your design printed on the 2024 UQ Alumni Book Fair bookmark! Three designs will be selected for the official UQ Book Fair bookmarks, with the talented young artists receiving a $30 voucher to use at the UQ Alumni Book Fair.

Sleep. We can't live or learn without it, but how much do we know about what's happening in our brains while we snooze? In Brain Awareness Week 2024 and on the eve of World Sleep Day, join us for an engaging evening with our scientific panel.