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  • 2025
  • QPAC After Dark Discovery Tour Experience
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qpacafterdark25 QPAC After Dark Discovery Tour Experience QPAC Tours QPAC After Dark Discovery Tour Experience

13 Jun 2025, 6pm
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  • Due to high demand, tickets for the QPAC After Dark Discovery Tour have sold out. If you would like to be notified when the next Discovery Tours go on sale, please sign up to our Tours Waitlist here.

  • Due to the nature of a busy performing arts centre, venues and theatres are subject to availability at the time of your tour. Our tours are tailored around our performance schedule.

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$55
2 hours
Tour may go over time depending on venue and theatre access on the day, subject to change without notice

Overview

Ready to uncover the secrets of QPAC after hours? Join us for our exclusive QPAC After Dark Discovery Tour Experience, a unique evening experience combining a tour and taste.

Step beyond the curtain and explore the hidden corners of QPAC’s iconic theatres. Led by our expert guides, you will journey through backstage areas, dressing rooms, and wings, gaining rare insight into the inner workings of the performing arts in Queensland.

Enjoy live music and entertainment, soak up the atmosphere on the Melbourne Street Green from 5:30pm prior to your tour. Included in your ticket is a seasonal cheese platter and your choice of wine, local beer, or soft drink, perfect to enjoy as you relax with friends at Storytellers café after your tour.

Spaces are limited, book now and experience the magic of QPAC in a whole new light.

Gluten-free and vegan options available, please email tours@qpac.com.au in advance to request.

What happens if I can’t make my tour?

Due to high demand bookings are final and cancellations will not be eligible for a refund.

What happens if I am late for my tour?

The Tour will depart on time. If you arrive late, please report to Stage Door Concierge in the Pedestrian Tunnel, where staff will advise you how to join the Tour.

What can I bring with me on the tour?

Where possible, limit the bags you bring with you as cloaking facilities are limited. For safety, we suggest you wear flat, enclosed, rubber-soled shoes for this walking tour with steps.

Important Information

Tour Inclusions

  • Tours are conducted in English and are led by our Front of House host.
  • A glass of selected wine, local beer, or soft drink at Storytellers Café.
  • Seasonal cheese platter.
  • Enjoy live music on the Melbourne Street Green from 5:30pm prior to your tour.

Capacity

Max 40 guests

Duration

Tour duration: 2 hours

Meeting Location

Your Tour Guide will meet you on the Ground Level. Please aim to arrive 15 mins prior to the start time to avoid missing the commencement of the Tour. You will need to show the Tour Guide your Tour e-ticket emailed to you.

Tour Information

  • Tours are conducted in English.
  • No hot beverages are permitted on Tour.
  • For safety, flat, closed in shoes must be worn on the Tour.

Accessibility

This is a walking tour with stairs on the tour route. If you have any questions about mobility and access, please contact us on 136 246 prior to booking for the Tour online.

Age Recommendation

Recommended for ages 12+.

Official ticketing service for QPAC

QTIX is our official ticketing service with selected packages sold through authorised resellers only. Read more about purchasing tickets online.

Bring your group to the theatre and receive assistance with available seating allocation.

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Gallery

  • QPAC 40 Birthday Celebration on the Melbourne Street Green
  • Savour a gourmet cheese plate & explore our exquisite wine selection.
  • Costumes from the Bolshoi Ballet
  • Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra member practicing backstage
  • QPAC’s Concert Hall
  • Backstage on the set of the Bolshoi Ballet
  • Backstage at the Bolshoi Ballet
  • Backstage at QPAC
  • Backstage at QPAC

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