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NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly – Art Exhibitions & Cultural Events in Redlands: 10 – 12 July 2026

This weekend features art exhibitions, cultural displays, live music, artist-led experiences and creative events, showcasing contemporary art, local history and community talent.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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Artist Meg invites visitors on a guided tour through her home gallery and sculpture garden, sharing the stories, inspiration and creative process behind her artworks.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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Neil Degney’s exhibition presents a vibrant collection of paintings inspired by Australian flora, celebrating colour, texture and the natural landscape.

Babies and Toddlers: Textiles Exhibition

17 June – 30 September 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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This exhibition explores the history of clothing and textiles for babies and toddlers, highlighting garments, craftsmanship and changing childhood traditions through objects from the museum collection.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Contemporary artist Si Yi Shen explores ideas of identity, migration and belonging through immersive installations and mixed-media artworks.

Drawing Animals: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Featuring works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection, the exhibition examines how artists have interpreted animals through a variety of artistic styles and media.

NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly

5 – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Presented during NAIDOC Week, the exhibition celebrates 50 years of NAIDOC through displays recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievement.

Global Fair Business & Art Expo 2026

11 July 2026 | The Alexandra Hills Hotel, Alexandra Hills
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The expo brings together artists, creative businesses and exhibitors, showcasing artwork, products, networking opportunities and community engagement.

Sax & Strings by Maddie Collins

11 July 2026 | Little Ship Club, Dunwich
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Musician Maddie Collins performs a live repertoire combining saxophone and string instruments in an intimate concert setting.

This weekend’s arts program features exhibitions, cultural showcases, artist-led experiences, live music and creative events celebrating visual arts, local history and community culture across the Redlands.

Queensland Touch Football Junior State Cup – Family Events & School Holiday Activities in Redlands: 10 – 12 July 2026

This weekend features school holiday activities, family entertainment, creative workshops, community events, children’s films and junior sport, with plenty of activities for families and young visitors.

Fairy Door Scavenger Hunt

30 May – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Visitors are invited to search the museum for hidden fairy doors while exploring the exhibits, making it a fun activity for children and families during the school holidays.

Family Picture Hunt – ‘Big & Little’ Scavenger Hunt

1 June – 31 August 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Families can complete a self-guided picture hunt by matching objects and displays throughout the museum as they explore its collections.

Queensland Touch Football Junior State Cup

9 – 11 July 2026 | Redland Showgrounds, Cleveland
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One of Queensland’s premier junior touch football events, the Junior State Cup brings together teams from across the state to compete over three days of representative competition.

Country & Western Family Night

10 July 2026 | The Rock Christian Church, Capalaba
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Families can enjoy an evening of country-themed entertainment, music and community activities suitable for all ages.

Magic Fridays at The Alex!

10 July 2026 | The Alexandra Hills Hotel, Alexandra Hills
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Professional magician Matt Hollywood presents interactive magic, comedy and illusions designed to entertain children and families during the school holidays.

School Holiday Workshop: Drawing Animals: Mixed Media

10 July 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Participants will learn to create animal artworks using a variety of mixed media techniques in this hands-on school holiday workshop.

PCYC Redlands Open Day

11 July 2026 | PCYC Redlands, Capalaba
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The open day offers families the opportunity to explore the centre’s facilities, meet staff and discover the range of sport and recreation programs available.

Saturday Family Movie: Jumbo

11 July 2026 | Victoria Point Library, Victoria Point
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Families can enjoy a free screening of the animated adventure Jumbo as part of the library’s school holiday program.

Private Screening Moana (Live Action) Film

11 July 2026 | BCC Cinemas Capalaba – Capalaba Central Shopping Centre, Capalaba
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A private cinema screening of Disney’s live-action adaptation of Moana for invited guests and ticket holders.

PuppyPalooza

12 July 2026 | Faith Lutheran College Redlands, Thornlands
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The family-friendly event celebrates dogs with activities, demonstrations, market stalls and entertainment for pet lovers and the wider community.

This weekend’s family program includes school holiday workshops, museum activities, children’s entertainment, junior sport, family films and community events, offering a wide variety of experiences across the Redlands.

It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me – Live Music & Entertainment in Redlands: 10 – 12 July 2026

This weekend features tribute concerts, live bands, country music and community entertainment, with performances ranging from rock classics to contemporary country and local live music.

It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me

10 July 2026 | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland
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Anthony Mara and his band celebrate the music of Billy Joel, performing favourites including Piano Man, Uptown Girl, Honesty, New York State of Mind, We Didn’t Start the Fire and It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me.

Eternal Sunshine Party Band

10 July 2026 | Redlands Sporting Club, Wellington Point
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Known for energetic live performances, the band performs a mix of pop, rock and party classics spanning multiple decades to keep audiences on the dance floor.

The Naturals

11 July 2026 | Redlands Sporting Club, Wellington Point
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This South East Queensland covers band performs well-known rock, pop and contemporary hits from across the decades, making them a popular choice for live entertainment venues.

Country Club Night

11 July 2026 | Cleveland Sands Hotel, Cleveland
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Round Up! brings a country music party featuring DJs playing artists including Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Dolly Parton, Zach Bryan, Keith Urban and other country favourites.

Sounds of Shoreline

11 July 2026 | Shoreline Avenue, Redland Bay
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This free community event features live music, food vendors and family-friendly activities as part of the Shoreline neighbourhood program.

This weekend’s lineup includes Billy Joel classics, party bands, country music and community live entertainment, offering a mix of tribute performances, local acts and themed events across the Redlands.

Silo Season 3 Headlines Major Streaming Week in Redlands: 2 – 8 July 2026

This week’s streaming lineup across Redlands delivers a strong mix of returning series, new originals and feature film arrivals across Netflix, Stan, Disney+, Max and Apple TV+. Sci-fi and comedy continue to lead audience interest, supported by thriller, horror and stand-up content that rounds out a diverse mid-winter viewing week.

Secret Service: Season 1

2 July 2026 | Stan

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A new espionage thriller following a covert intelligence unit operating across high-risk global missions. The series focuses on secrecy, operational pressure and the political complexity of modern intelligence work.

Survival of the Thickest: Season 3

2 July 2026 | Netflix

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A comedy-drama continuing Mavis’ journey through love, career and reinvention in New York. The new season maintains its blend of humour, resilience and character-driven storytelling.

Human Vapor

2 July 2026 | Netflix

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A speculative drama exploring a mysterious phenomenon that disrupts ordinary life and raises questions about identity and control. The film blends psychological tension with sci-fi themes.

Contact

2 July 2026 | Max

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A science fiction drama centred on humanity’s first confirmed communication with extraterrestrial intelligence and the global response that follows.

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

2 July 2026 | Disney+

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A horror-thriller sequel escalating the deadly game concept, raising the stakes with new rules, expanded mythology and heightened survival tension.

Silo: Season 3

3 July 2026 | Apple TV

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A dystopian sci-fi mystery continuing life inside vast underground silos, deepening the conflict around truth, control and what lies beyond their sealed world.

The Hustle

3 July 2026 | Netflix

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A comedic feature about two rival con artists competing in increasingly elaborate schemes, escalating deception and rivalry throughout the story.

Proclivitas

3 July 2026 | Netflix

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A psychological drama exploring ambition, obsession and moral compromise as characters push toward increasingly risky personal and professional decisions.

Jeff Arcuri: Nice to Meet You

7 July 2026 | Netflix

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A stand-up comedy special featuring observational humour and personal storytelling delivered with sharp, conversational pacing.

Trying: Season 5

8 July 2026 | Apple TV

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A heartfelt comedy-drama following Nikki and Jason as they navigate parenthood, adoption and family life, continuing its warm, grounded storytelling style.

This week’s streaming schedule across Redlands presents a diverse mix of returning series and new releases, with sci-fi and comedy leading audience interest alongside strong support from thriller, horror and stand-up content across major platforms.

Moana, Jackass: Best and Last and Supergirl Lead Redlands’ Cinema Line-up: 2 – 8 July 2026

Redlands cinema audiences can enjoy a mix of fresh releases, blockbuster adventures and family favourites this week. From nostalgic comedy to animated adventures and action-packed spectacles, there’s something for moviegoers of all ages across the region.

NEW RELEASES

Jackass: Best and Last

2 July 2026 | Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

The iconic prank franchise returns with a compilation celebrating its most outrageous moments, delivering the fearless stunts and outrageous humour that made it a global phenomenon.

Moana

8 July 2026 | Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

Disney’s beloved island adventure arrives for a new theatrical outing, bringing vibrant animation, memorable music and an uplifting story for audiences of all ages.

STILL SHOWING

Disclosure Day

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

A gripping dramatic thriller that explores the consequences of long-buried secrets, unfolding through a series of unexpected revelations.

Masters of the Universe

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

The legendary fantasy heroes return in a large-scale adventure featuring epic battles, iconic characters and spectacular visual effects.

Minions & Monsters

Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

Animated comedy and larger-than-life creatures combine in a colourful adventure packed with family-friendly laughs and action.

Obsession

Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

A suspenseful psychological thriller that steadily builds tension through compelling performances and unexpected twists.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

Cineplex (Victoria Point)

The beloved duo make the leap to the big screen in a new galactic adventure set within the ever-expanding Star Wars universe.

Supergirl

Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

DC’s iconic heroine takes centre stage in an action-packed adventure that blends superhero spectacle with an inspiring coming-of-age journey.

Toy Story 5

Event Cinemas (Capalaba)

The much-loved animated franchise continues with another heartfelt adventure, reuniting familiar characters while introducing a new generation of toys.

Whether you’re planning a family outing or catching the latest blockbuster, Redlands cinemas are screening a diverse selection of films throughout the week, offering something to suit every taste.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Bloom by Neil Degney and Art Events in Redlands: 3 – 5 July 2026

Looking for cultural experiences this weekend? Explore art exhibitions, gallery collections, theatre, live music, creative workshops and guided art tours taking place across galleries and cultural venues.

Meg’s Macleay Secrets – Art Tours

1 June – 20 December 2026 | Meg’s Macleay Secrets, Macleay Island
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Meg’s Macleay Secrets offers guided art tours showcasing local artworks, creative spaces and the cultural heritage of Macleay Island.

Bloom by Neil Degney

8 June – 14 August 2026 | RAG, The Mezz, Cleveland
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Bloom by Neil Degney presents a contemporary exhibition exploring colour, form and the natural environment.

Babies and Toddlers: Textiles Exhibition

17 June – 30 September 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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This exhibition showcases textiles, clothing and objects highlighting the lives of babies and toddlers through history.

Mountain No Mountain by Si Yi Shen

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Mountain No Mountain features contemporary works by Si Yi Shen exploring landscape, memory and place.

Drawing Animal: Works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection

21 June – 25 August 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Drawing Animal brings together works from the Redland Art Gallery Collection that explore animals through a variety of artistic styles and mediums.

Tones & Tides

27 June – 4 July 2026 | Russell Island Recreation Hall, Russell Island / Dunwich Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island / Coochiemudlo Island Community Hall, Coochiemudlo Island / Macleay Island Community Hall, Macleay Island / Point Lookout Community Hall, North Stradbroke Island
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Tones & Tides is a multi-venue arts program celebrating creativity and community across the Southern Moreton Bay Islands.

Betty, Booff and Joan

3 July 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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Betty, Booff and Joan is a live theatre performance presented at RPAC Studio.

Redland City Bands – Latin Extravaganza

4 July 2026 | RPAC – Studio, Cleveland
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Redland City Bands perform a program inspired by Latin music in this live concert.

Introduction to Making Miniatures – Miniature Books

4 July 2026 | Village Creative Studio, Wellington Point
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Learn techniques for creating miniature books in this hands-on creative workshop.

NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly

5 – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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NAIDOC 2026 Exhibition: Fifty Years of Deadly explores the history, achievements and contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples through a curated exhibition.

This weekend features exhibitions, gallery collections, theatre, live music, creative workshops and guided art experiences across a range of cultural venues.

Redlands Coast NAIDOC Celebration, Winter Lakeside Fireworks & Family Events in Redlands: 3 – 5 July 2026

Looking for family-friendly things to do this weekend? Discover school holiday activities, scavenger hunts, craft sessions, live entertainment, cultural celebrations and community events for children and families.

Fairy Door Scavenger Hunt

30 May – 12 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Families can explore the museum while searching for hidden fairy doors as part of this interactive school holiday scavenger hunt.

Family Picture Hunt – ‘Big & Little’ Scavenger Hunt

1 June – 31 August 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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This self-guided scavenger hunt encourages children to discover museum displays while completing a themed picture challenge.

Crayon Leaf Rubbing Craft

29 June – 3 July 2026 | Redlands Coast Museum, Cleveland
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Children can create colourful leaf rubbings in this hands-on craft activity inspired by nature.

Kids Magic Show

4 July 2026 | Victoria Point Sharks Sporting Club, Victoria Point
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The Kids Magic Show features live illusions, interactive entertainment and family-friendly comedy suitable for young audiences.

Redlands Coast NAIDOC Cultural Celebration 2026

5 July 2026 | Raby Bay Harbour Park, Cleveland
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Celebrate NAIDOC Week with cultural performances, community activities and family-friendly experiences recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Winter Lakeside Fireworks

5 July 2026 | Barcella Restaurant, Victoria Point
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Winter Lakeside Fireworks lights up the evening with a fireworks display as part of the weekend festivities.

Light-Up Lakeside!

5 July 2026 | Victoria Point Lakeside, Victoria Point
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Light-Up Lakeside! is a community event featuring family-friendly entertainment and activities throughout the day and evening.

K-Pop Demon Hunters Show

5 July 2026 | Koala Tavern, Capalaba
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The K-Pop Demon Hunters Show presents a live performance inspired by K-pop music and entertainment.

Wildlife Layers with Tamika Grant Iramu

5 July 2026 | Redland Art Gallery, Cleveland
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Join artist Tamika Grant Iramu for a creative workshop exploring wildlife through layered artistic techniques.

This weekend features school holiday activities, creative workshops, cultural celebrations, live family entertainment and community events for all ages.

Motown Spectacular, One Direction Anniversary Party & Live Entertainment in Redlands: 3 – 5 July 2026

Looking for live entertainment this weekend? Enjoy tribute concerts, themed music events, comedy performances and live shows taking place across local venues.

Daniel Delby – Teacher Comedy Night: Bad Teacher Edition

3 July 2026 | Koala Tavern, Capalaba
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Daniel Delby brings his Teacher Comedy Night: Bad Teacher Edition to Koala Tavern, featuring stand-up comedy inspired by classroom experiences.

Up All Night: One Direction 16th Anniversary Party

3 July 2026 | Cleveland Sands Hotel, Cleveland
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Celebrate the 16th anniversary of One Direction with a themed party featuring music from the band’s catalogue throughout the evening.

The Big Chillout: Motown Spectacular

4 July 2026 | RPAC Concert Hall, Cleveland
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The Big Chillout: Motown Spectacular celebrates the timeless sounds of Motown with a live tribute concert.

Route 66

4 July 2026 | Redlands Sporting Club, Wellington Point
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Route 66 performs a live show featuring a selection of well-known classic rock and popular hits.

This weekend offers tribute concerts, themed music events, stand-up comedy and live performances across a variety of entertainment venues.

Avatar: The Last Airbender Season 2 and The Bear Return in Major Streaming Week for Redlands: 25 June – 1 July 2026

This week’s streaming lineup for Brisbane audiences features a strong mix of returning fan-favourite series, major franchise instalments and new films across Netflix, Disney+, Apple TV, Prime Video and Max. With major animated returns, prestige drama, documentaries and high-profile sequels dropping across the week, there’s a packed schedule of new viewing options for home streaming this weekend.

Avatar: The Last Airbender – Season 2

25 June 2026 | Netflix

The live-action fantasy series continues its story across elemental nations as the journey deepens and new conflicts emerge.

After the Act

26 June 2026 | Apple TV

A dramatic exploration of consequences following a pivotal event, focusing on legal, emotional and public impact.

Camp Snoopy – Season 2

26 June 2026 | Apple TV

A family-friendly animated series returns with new summer camp adventures and character-driven stories.

Little Brother

26 June 2026 | Netflix

A 2026 feature film exploring shifting family roles when unexpected responsibility changes daily life.

Shania Twain: Not Just a Girl

26 June 2026 | Apple TV

A documentary tracing the career and influence of Shania Twain through archival footage and interviews.

Life, Larry and the Pursuit of Unhappiness

27 June 2026 | Max

A comedy series following an ordinary man navigating escalating personal and professional challenges.

Obsession

30 June 2026 | Apple TV

A psychological drama exploring desire, control and emotional tension within a complex relationship.

The Devil Wears Prada 2

30 June 2026 | Apple TV

A sequel set in the high-pressure fashion world, focusing on evolving careers and shifting industry dynamics.

Elle – Season 1

1 July 2026 | Prime Video

A new series following Elle’s early journey through ambition, identity and personal growth.

Enola Holmes 3

1 July 2026 | Netflix

The young detective returns for another mystery that challenges her skills and independence.

X-Men ’97 – Season 2

1 July 2026 | Disney+

The animated superhero series continues with expanded mutant storylines and evolving character arcs.

This week’s streaming schedule delivers a strong mix of returning franchises, documentaries, animated favourites and new original releases across major platforms, offering Brisbane viewers a broad range of home entertainment options across the week.

Supergirl and Minions & Monsters Lead Redlands Cinema Guide: 25 June – 1 July 2026

This week’s cinema program across Redlands features major new releases alongside a strong lineup of continuing films, including family animation, superhero action and long-running mainstream titles. With screenings across Capalaba and Victoria Point, the schedule offers a balanced mix of blockbuster entertainment and audience favourites this weekend.

NEW RELEASES

Minions & Monsters

25 June 2026 | Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A family animated release delivering comedy and adventure across major local cinema locations, aimed at broad audience appeal including school holiday viewing.

Supergirl

25 June 2026 | Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A superhero action release screening across key Redlands cinemas, bringing franchise-scale spectacle and character-driven storytelling.

STILL SHOWING

Disclosure Day

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A continuing thriller-drama screening across major Redlands cinema locations.

Leviticus

Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A drama title continuing limited screenings in Capalaba.

Masters of the Universe

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A fantasy-action film continuing its regional cinema run across both venues.

Michael

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A biographical drama continuing screenings across Redlands cinemas.

Obsession

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A psychological drama continuing its multi-venue run across the region.

Scary Movie

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A comedy-horror title continuing screenings across both cinema locations.

Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A sci-fi franchise entry continuing its run across Redlands cinemas.

The Death of Robin Hood

Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A reinterpretation of a classic legend continuing limited screenings in Capalaba.

Toy Story 5

Cineplex (Victoria Point), Event Cinemas (BCC Cinemas – Capalaba)

A major animated sequel continuing strong family audience appeal across Redlands cinemas.

This week’s Redlands cinema lineup delivers a strong mix of new blockbuster releases and continuing audience favourites, with family animation, superhero action and mainstream titles forming the core of the weekend program.