With Brisbane currently in the midst of its annual 'Ekka' Royal Queensland Show, and a fabulous array of events on its calendar, could it be possible for Brisbane to take on the coveted mantle of culture as Australia's new festival city?

Adelaide, Melbourne and Sydney may argue that their cities should take the cultural crown, but with a spectrum of sports, music, literary, fashion, food, family and arts festivals on the agenda, Brisbane is vying for the title.

Check out what's on:

AUGUST 2015

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Festival Brisbane: This super stylish event celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2015, showcasing established and emerging designers to put Brisbane on the fashion map from swimwear to bridal gowns. Held at various locations around Brisbane from 23-28 August, 2015. Details at www.mbff.com.au 

Mantra on Edward offers an ideal location in Spring Hill and some of the most spacious rooms in Brisbane.  Rates start from $189 per night in a One Bedroom apartment.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/on-edward

The Sunday Mail Suncorp Bank Bridge to Brisbane: A 5km and 10km event for walkers and runners, the famed Bridge to Brisbane has now raised over $6.2 million since 1997 for charity. Held 30 August, 2015, the course includes the Sir Leo Hielscher Bridge – South (formerly Gateway Bridge) and finishes at the Brisbane Showgrounds. Details at www.bridgetobrisbane.com.au

BreakFree Fortitude Valley offers runners affordable and convenient accommodation in the heart of Brisbane's cosmopolitan Valley precinct.  Rates start from $149 per night in a Studio Room. Visit www.breakfree.com.au/fortitude-valley

SEPTEMBER 2015

Brisbane Writers Festival: Famed for its energy and casual intellect, this festival brings together readers, writers, innovators and provocateurs. Held at various locations within the South Bank cultural precinct from2-6 September 2015. Details at www.bwf.org.au

With a distinctive New York-style theme throughout, Mantra Midtown offers contemporary style apartments in the heart of Brisbane's shopping precinct.  Rates start from $189 per night in a 1 Bedroom apartment.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/midtown

Scandinavian Festival Brisbane: Now in its fourth year, this is one of Brisbane's most popular multicultural events and brings the very best of Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Estonia and Iceland to the streets of Newstead. Held on 13 September 2015. Details at www.scandinavianfestival.com.au 

Offering a central location near the Queen Street Mall shopping precinct, Mantra on Queen has rates from $149 per night in a Hotel room.  Check out the new restaurant Cook & Co while you're there! Visit www.mantra.com.au/queen

Brisbane Festival: Boasting an exciting program full of music, theatre, dance, comedy, opera, circus and more. Held from 5-26 September 2015 at various locations. Details at www.brisbanefestival.com.au

With riverfront outlooks and modern spacious apartments Mantra on the Quay is ideally situated to enjoy festival events.  Rates start from $209 per night in a 1 Bedroom apartment.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/on-the-quay

Riverfire Festival:Brisbane's iconic Riverfire is a spectacular fireworks display along Brisbane River that ignites the city's skyline into a stunning display of colour with music and special effects for maximum impact. Heldon 26 September 2015 at various locations along Brisbane River including South Bank and Kangaroo Point. Details at www.riverfirebrisbane.com.au

Mantra South Bank Brisbane is situated right in the heart of the action with rates starting from $309 per night in a Studio City View room (2 night minimum stay).  Visit www.mantra.com.au/southbankbrisbane

OCTOBER 2015

Oktoberfest Brisbane: Experience Brisbane's iconic German Festival.  Great options for an after-work catch-up, leisurely family Sunday, or a buzzing evening out with friends. Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds from 9-18 October 2015. Details at www.oktoberfestbrisbane.com.au 

Located close to the Showgrounds, Mantra on Terrace is offering rates from $139 per night in a Hotel Room.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/terrace

DECEMBER 2015

Stereosonic: The music festival that gets every body rocking to a host of international, national and local dance acts.Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds on6 December 2015. Details at www.stereosonic.com.au

Combine your festival experience with funky New-York style apartment accommodation at Mantra Midtown – rates start from $209 per night in a 1Bedroom Apartment.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/midtown

JANUARY 2016

Soundwave Festival: A festival like no other for music fans who love their songs loud, fast and heavy. Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds on 23 January, 2016. Details at www.soundwavefestival.com

Close to all the Soundwave action and set in the heart of Brisbane's arts and culture precinct, Mantra South Bank is offering rates from $215 per night in a Studio Room.  Visit www.mantra.com.au/southbankbrisbane

St Jerome's Laneway Festival: Enjoyleading new and revered seminal music from live performances in unique settings and surrounds. Held at the Brisbane Showgrounds on30 January 2016. Details at brisbane.lanewayfestival.com

Offering a central location near the Queen Street Mall shopping precinct, Mantra on Queen has rates from $169 per night in a One Bedroom Apartment.  Check out the new restaurant Cook & Co while you're there! Visit www.mantra.com.au/queen