National Trust Queensland Christmas Celebration 2026

Celebrate Heritage. Celebrate Community. Celebrate the Festive Season. An exclusive end-of-year gathering at Brisbane's iconic Thomas Dixon Centre hosted by National Trust Queensland. Join industry colleagues, partners and supporters for an evening of festive hospitality and connection on the Kite Terrace, overlooking Brisbane's stunning city skyline. Set against the backdrop of Brisbane's sparkling skyline, enjoy an evening on the spectacular Kite Terrace overlooking the city from the beautifully restored Thomas Dixon Centre. Connect with industry colleagues, valued partners, supporters and friends while enjoying premium canapés, beverages and festive hospitality. Your evening includes: • Two hours of canapés and beverages • Reflections on the year from Trust leadership • Networking with peers, partners and supporters • Optional 30-minute guided walkthrough of the venue at 6:00pm, followed by the event at 6:30pm. This year's venue perfectly reflects the power of heritage. Originally constructed in 1908 as a boot and shoe factory, the heritage-listed Thomas Dixon Centre has been transformed into the home of Queensland Ballet. Its award-winning adaptive reuse honours the building's past while creating a vibrant future, demonstrating how historic places can continue to inspire new generations. Whether you are a long-time supporter or new to our community, this special event offers the opportunity to celebrate shared achievements, strengthen connections, and look ahead to an exciting year to come. Optional Tour meeting point Tour guests, please meet at the main entrance on Drake Street by 6:00pm. The tour runs for about 30 minutes and will finish in time for the event at 6:30pm on the Kite Terrace. 30mins tour will take you through this state-of-the-art building, the old and the new, to hear stories from the original boot making factory days to its present incarnation as home of Queensland Ballet, and Brisbane’s arts and entertainment precinct. This exclusive tour is capped at 20 guests and places are allocated in order of booking) Places are strictly limited. Book now and join us for an enjoyable evening celebrating heritage, community and the festive season.