Objective: Deliver statewide creative activation and legacy outcomes driven by the opportunities of Brisbane 2032
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games is a once-in-a-generation event and a global platform for Queensland’s creativity and vibrancy. The Games and associated cultural programming will be transformational for Queensland, activating communities with new and enhanced infrastructure and events that draw visitors and build our cultural reputation, as highlighted in the 2032 Delivery Plan.
Arts, culture and creativity will underpin the Games experience, with rich and engaging statewide arts experiences set to elevate and enhance Brisbane 2032 legacy outcomes.
The runway to 2032 presents a significant opportunity to celebrate Queensland’s extraordinary artistic and creative talent and ensure the state’s stories, cultures and creativity are embedded in the fabric of Games delivery.
Collaborative approaches and enduring new partnerships are required to support Queensland’s creative sector in developing ambitious large scale and impactful works that grow and strengthen the state’s global profile and the sector’s scale and capacity.
The presentation of rich and engaging statewide arts and cultural experiences will grow cultural tourism and strengthen Queensland’s reputation as a dynamic cultural destination in 2032 and beyond.
Actions: 2025-2026
1.1 Develop a statewide arts and cultural legacy plan that leverages existing investment through the Arts portfolio in the lead-up to Brisbane 2032.
1.2 Establish a fund to support the development of new and impactful creative work that attracts new and large audiences.
1.3 Develop a programming strategy with the cultural and collecting institutions at the Queensland Cultural Centre that showcases the State’s collections and expands major programming to support the runway to 2032.
1.4 Identify opportunities to work with funded arts festivals, organisations and initiatives that could deliver statewide cultural programming to support Brisbane 2032.
1.5 Ensure Queensland artists and creatives are provided opportunities to showcase their talent in the lead-up to Brisbane 2032, including during LA 2028.
1.6 Identify opportunities to embed arts into the Queensland Government’s 2032 infrastructure delivery, including through precinct master planning, urban design and public art.
1.7 Support arts and creative sector readiness to connect with government and corporate procurement opportunities required to deliver Brisbane 2032.
1.8 Work with the Night-Life Economy Commissioner, and other stakeholders to prioritise opportunities for arts and live music programming that activates venues and precincts statewide in line with the upcoming Queensland night-life economy strategy.