8 Outdoor Activites To Tick Off Before Summer’s Over In Brisbane
summer send off
By Victoria Lewis | 12th February 2026Is it just me, or is it still seriously muggy out there? If the weather isn’t a dead giveaway, we’re right in the thick of summer here in Brisbane. Sure, the city’s beautiful and warm all year round, but summer is when it’s truly at its prime – sun-soaked days, balmy nights, and that effortless outdoor energy we can’t get enough of.
Time flies when you’re having fun, and with just a few weeks before we swap flip-flops for boots and blazers, now is the moment to squeeze every drop out of the season. From sophisticated summer sippin’ and floating picnics to adrenaline-fuelled jet ski rides, there’s still plenty of time to soak up the sunshine.
Fire up your group chat – we’ve rounded up eight of the best outdoor activities in Brisbane to help you live it up and send this summer off in style.
Here’s how to make the most of these last hot days and balmy nights.
Get GoBoat-ing
Our idea of a perfect summer day? A cruisey floating picnic on the water. GoBoat Brisbane lets you sail straight into summer aboard their electric picnic boats — no licence required. Be your own captain as you glide along the Brisbane River, soaking up the sunshine with your mates and passing iconic sights from Teneriffe’s historic woolstores and Newstead House to leafy New Farm Park and the Brisbane Powerhouse. With easy steering and a central picnic table, it’s designed for effortless cruising. BYO drinks and charcuterie, or level things up with a pre-packed picnic for two.
Departing from Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct, GoBoat Brisbane is ideal for adult playdates and special occasions alike. Bring the whole crew – kids and even your pooch are welcome – with each boat seating up to eight for an easy, feel-good day on the river.
Use ‘Goboat15’ to score 15% off your booking.
Check out Brisbane at full throttle with Poseidon Jet Ski Tours Brisbane
City views or Moreton Bay adventures? It’s a choose-your-own-adventure experience with Poseidon Adventures’ jet ski tours. Adrenaline-fuelled and action-packed, hire one of their state-of-the-art Seadoo jet skis from anywhere between 70 minutes to five hours.
See the city as you’ve never seen it before with their Brisbane River route, discover the turquoise waters of Moreton Bay, or journey out to Kooringal to taste fresh oysters and explore the vibrant underwater world of the Tangalooma Wrecks. It’s a serene coastal escape and thrill-seeking adventure all rolled into one, and the ultimate summer day out.
And you know the saying, couples that jet ski together stay together, and with the ability to bring a passenger along for the ride at no extra cost, you’ve got yourself a date to remember. And if the experience wasn’t unforgettable enough, say cheese for your free photos of the jet ski experience.
Use ‘Posjet15’ to enjoy 15% off all bookings
Outdoor cinema under the stars
From a twilight Valentine’s Day screening to old-school classics, Dendy Powerhouse is home to the ultimate elevated movie night under the stars. Sit back in their plush outdoor lounges, sip your way through Saturdays at their exclusive Aperol Spritz bar, or bring your furry best friend for a dog-friendly Sunday session – it’s the best of the worlds at Dendy Powerhouse.
From the hottest new movies to one-off screenings (like a private showing of the 2026 Oscars), there’s something for the whole family to enjoy at Brisbane’s most iconic outdoor cinema, right in the heart of New Farm.
Perfectly pre-packed picnic
That summer sunshine isn’t going to last forever, and there is nothing I can think of than a waterfront picnic to soak up those rays, wine in hand, of course. With Mary Mae’s Picnic By The River, you can sip and graze ’til your heart’s content in the lush surroundings of New Farm Park. Simply pre-order your takeaway picnic pack (basket and rug included) and unwind into the most stress-free catered gathering of your young life!
But if the southside is more your style, The Jetty South Bank also has two grazing board picnic hampers, so all that’s left to do is roll out that picnic rug and soak in River Quay’s picturesque waterfront views. You bring the friends, they handle the food and drink. Keep calm and picnic on.
Sirromet wine tour and tasting
Become the most sophisticated friend group this summer and level up your wine knowledge game with a tour and tasting at Sirromet Winery. Consider this your backstage pass: embark on a tour of the grounds, and immerse yourself in the rich process and history of winemaking, before sampling the wine range and tucking into a decadent lunch at Cellar Door.
They also have sommelier-guided Wine Blending sessions and pre-made Winery Hampers on offer, so there are plenty of ways to get your summer sesh on at the scenic Sirromet Winery. Now that’s some seriously good summer sippin’.
Rock climbing at Kangaroo Point Cliffs
For full-on outdoor lovers or anyone who just wants to edge out of their comfort zone, Riverlife rock climbing and abseiling is where it’s at. Head to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs and scale new heights (25 metres, to be exact) with a two-hour rock climbing session alongside your mates.
Then, as the sun dips below the horizon, take on a Twilight Abseil and watch as the cityscape is bathed in golden light. With all your gear taken care of and Riverlife’s flawless safety record, you know you’re in safe hands to embrace your inner adventurer. Get climbing, people!
Get out on the town
If there is one thing all Brisbanites love, it’s an outdoor drinking and dining situation. So, this summer, why not take girls’ night al fresco, with a visit to any of the summer-worthy spots to bask in the last few sweaty summer nights?
From the riverfront views and Middle Eastern bites of Babylon to the sky-high scenes at Cielo Rooftop, the world is your oyster for outdoor bars and casual hangs in Brisbane. You’ve got intimate curbside wine bars like Paddington’s Noir, the laid-back elegance of Mr Percival’s, all the way to the late-night energy of Sixes. From social soirees to intimate dusk date nights, you can’t really go wrong with an outdoor bar, can you?
A cruisey City Cat tour
The most relaxing way to enjoy our sunshine city this summer is unanimously a long City Cat ride. See the sights and enjoy the easy breezy energy. It’s the perfect start to any summer outing.
If you’re craving an arvo pint, you can finish up at Howard Smith Wharves for a crisp house-brewed lager at Felon’s, or if it’s a slow Saturday morning, finish up at New Farm Park and hit the Powerhouse Farmers Markets for a bagel brekkie and a compulsory caffeine hit.
Local’s tip: Head to the front of the boat to get the full Brisbane experience. Think sunny skies, wind in your hair, and plenty of Instagram pic opportunities. You can thank me later.
Imagery: Supplied / @sirrometwines
