The finalist exhibition of the 2026 Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards celebrates Brisbane through the lens of local photographers, capturing the city’s familiar streets, riverside landscapes, everyday routines and the people and moments that make Brisbane feel like home.
New this year, the Brisbane Postcards Collection category invites photographers to capture Brisbane’s character and energy through images that resonate with locals and visitors alike. Selected winning works will be produced as collectible postcards available through MoB Shop.
Selected finalist works will also be presented at the Brisbane Airport Pop-Up from 3–31 August 2026, giving travellers and visitors the opportunity to experience the photographic celebration of Brisbane.
Dates: Saturday 1 August – Sunday 1 November 2026
Opening hours: Daily, 10am–5pm
Location: Level 3, City Hall
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
