St Lucia, located in Queensland, Australia, is home to a vibrant food and drink scene thanks to its culturally diverse population of about 7000 people and the University of Queensland (UQ) St Lucia campus. The campus offers a variety of dining options, including cafes serving coffee, bakery items, sandwiches, wraps, pizza, noodles, bubble tea, and fresh juices. It caters to different dietary preferences with organic, vegan, vegetarian, and halal food choices. Moreover, the campus provides convenient shopping options like a bookshop, convenience store, hairdresser, travel agent, post office, newsagency, and Wednesday markets offering various items.
Throughout the city, St Lucia hosts a range of cultural and historical celebrations, music festivals, and family entertainment, particularly during the Summer holiday months of December, January, and February. One notable event is the Brisbane Festival, which takes place annually at the end of September and includes numerous smaller events held across South Bank Parklands.