Queensland's most iconic celebration of multiculturalism, LUMINOUS Festival, returns to South Bank Parklands, and it's bigger than ever! What began as a candlelight march in 2007 to support refugees and asylum seekers has evolved into Queensland’s largest welcoming event.
Kicking off Queensland Multicultural Month, the LUMINOUS Festival showcases Brisbane's rich cultural diversity with delicious food and captivating performances from around the world. The highlight is the incredible LUMINOUS Lantern Parade, transforming South Bank’s Little Stanley Street and beyond into a dazzling procession of lanterns at night.
Be there at 6pm on August 3rd as they light up the night sky for an unforgettable cultural experience. Expect a visual feast as the vibrant parade of magnificent lanterns glides through the streets, showcasing the creativity and contributions of diverse communities. This year’s route takes you from Little Stanley Street along the Clem Jones Promenade and concludes at the South Bank Piazza.
Pair this enchanting experience with a delicious line-up of food available on Little Stanley Street. Venture to Alemre’s pop up and indulge in a Queso Empanada for $7.50, featuring fresh ricotta, mozzarella, corn, spinach, and chili with chimichurri. Or opt for BBQ skewers with chimichurri. Take your pick of wagyu rump, rosemary lamb rump, smoked paprika chicken, chorizo and morcilla, or garlic tiger prawn skewers - $10 each or four for $30. If you want a taste of everything on the menu, grab the Asado for $65, which includes grilled corn, two empanadas, five skewers, and two alfajores (Argentinean pastries).
For Italian lovers, the Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers pop up offers mouth-watering gnocchi in traditional beef bolognese, wild mushroom and truffle sauce, and spicy cherry tomato and black olive options for $16 each. If you have a sweet tooth, enjoy panna cotta with raspberry or passionfruit for $7, Sicilian ricotta cannolo for $6, and classic Italian tiramisu for $9.
Don’t miss out on this spectacular night of culture, cuisine, and community at the LUMINOUS Festival!
