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Bands in Parks: Pipers in the Square

The Brisbane Pipe Band plays bagpipes while twilight market stalls trade nearby, so you can wander, shop and listen at once.

A music event at King George Square in Brisbane City. All ages.

The short version

One date only: Fri 23 Oct at 7pm until 8pm, which is in 16 days. It runs for an hour. Check the cost with the organiser. It suits all ages. It's outdoors, so keep an eye on the weather.

When
Fri 23 Oct, 7pm
Cost
See organiser
Booking
Just turn up
Suits
all ages
Setting
Outdoors
Type
Festivals, Markets, Music

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Event data © Brisbane City Council, CC BY 4.0.