4 Nov
Alex James Britpop Classical | Brisbane
The Blur bassist reimagines Britpop favourites with a classical ensemble, a nostalgic Wednesday outing for music lovers who remember the 90s.
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What's On in Brisbane
From QPAC shows and GOMA exhibitions to South Bank markets, riverside events and live music across the city, here's what's worth getting out for in Brisbane. We sift through dozens of sources each week so you see the events worth your time — not a wall of listings.
Updated 4 November 2026 · events curated by Morning Post
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Until 31 Dec
Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends
Trace crocodiles across 130 million years with full-scale replicas and hands-on elements for all ages.
Find out more →Selected dates
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane
Walk among life-size animatronic dinosaurs and discover prehistoric giants through interactive technology and hands-on exhibits.
Find out more →Selected dates
Horizon of Khufu: Journey in Ancient Egypt
Step into ancient Egypt through immersive virtual reality and explore the golden age of pharaohs firsthand.
Find out more →Selected dates
The Jim Henson Company: Make, Believe, Magic at Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
World's largest collection of Muppets, Sesame Street and Dark Crystal treasures exclusively at GOMA.
Find out more →Until 3 Dec
Communicate with Confidence: 1 Day Course in Brisbane
Build public speaking and presentation skills in a supportive, practical one-day course.
Until 10 Dec
Introduction to Cyber Security: 1 Day Course in Brisbane
Learn essential digital security skills in a focused day-long workshop suitable for beginners and improvers alike.
Until 14 Dec
Master Public Speaking & Presentation Skills: 1 Day Workshop in Brisbane
Build confident speaking skills in a focused one-day session, perfect for professional or community presentations.
Until 3 Dec
Real Estate Investment Fundamentals & Analysis: 1 Day Course, Brisbane
A focused day exploring property investment strategies, analysis tools and market fundamentals for beginners and enthusiasts.
Find out more →Selected dates
Brisbane River Sightseeing Cruise with Morning Tea & Lunch
Half-day river adventure combines city sightseeing, local history and a full lunch aboard a relaxed Brisbane cruise.
Find out more →Every Friday, Saturday 4pm-10pm, Sunday 4pm-9pm
Eat Street Northshore
Riverside dining destination with 70 food traders, themed bars and live entertainment across weekend evenings.
Find out more →Every Saturday 6am-12pmFree
Jan Powers Farmers Markets
Award-winning Sunday market where you'll meet the growers and discover Queensland's freshest seasonal produce.
Find out more →Selected dates
Sirromet Winery Tour and Wine Tasting
Guided winery tour through award-winning vineyards with tastings of premium regional wines in scenic surrounds.
Find out more →Every Saturday 6am-1pmFree
West End Market (Davies Park)
Brisbane's beloved Saturday morning ritual with local growers, food trucks, and artisan crafts in leafy Davies Park.
Find out more →Until 6 Mar 2027
XXXX Brewery Tour
Guided tour through Queensland's iconic brewery with tastings and behind-the-scenes access to brewing operations.
Find out more →Until 5 Dec
Candlelight Ballet: Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake & More
Classical ballet favourites performed by candlelight in the magnificent cathedral, blending music and dance beautifully.
Find out more →Until 10 Dec
Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Experience cinematic masterpieces from Gladiator to The Lion King by candlelight in a stunning cathedral setting.
Find out more →Until 20 Feb 2027
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Classical string quartet performs Hans Zimmer's greatest film scores by candlelight in the cathedral's stunning acoustics.
Find out more →Until 22 Jan 2027
Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
Studio Ghibli composer's magical film scores performed by candlelight in Brisbane's stunning Anglican Cathedral.
Find out more →Until 6 Mar 2027
Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA
Swedish pop classics performed by string quartet in the glowing warmth of hundreds of candles.
Find out more →Selected dates
Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Experience Fleetwood Mac's timeless hits performed by candlelight in Brisbane's beautiful cathedral setting.
Find out more →Until 27 Feb 2027
Candlelight: Tribute to Queen
Queen's greatest hits reimagined by string quartet, performed beneath thousands of flickering candles in cathedral splendour.
Find out more →Until 28 Nov
Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece performed by string quartet in an intimate candlelit atmosphere.
Find out more →Wed 4 Nov, 19:00
Courtney Barnett - Creature of Habit Tour
Melbourne's acclaimed singer-songwriter brings her introspective indie rock to the Tivoli's storied stage.
Find out more →Until 20 Feb 2027
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
Vintage jazz tribute celebrating the legendary voices of Sinatra and Satchmo in an intimate Brisbane venue.
Find out more →Selected dates
The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Immerse yourself in authentic New Orleans jazz with skilled musicians performing classic rhythms and soulful melodies.
Find out more →Selected dates
Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show
Classical ballet meets modern staging in this illuminated retelling of the timeless Cinderella fairytale.
Find out more →Selected dates
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Classical ballet meets modern spectacle as Sleeping Beauty comes alive with illuminated costumes and graceful choreography.
Find out more →Wed 4 Nov, 19:30
Jenny & Joel Creasey Live
Beloved comedy duo Jenny and Joel Creasey team up for an evening of laughs and celebrity stories.
Find out more →Selected dates
3-Hour Walking Tour Through Brisbane
A local guide leads you through fifteen unique Brisbane spots on this comprehensive city walking tour.
Find out more →Selected dates
90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour
Discover Brisbane's story from the river with commentary on landmarks, history and wildlife along the way.
Find out more →Until 30 Dec
Alcotraz: Gold Coast's First Prison-Themed Cocktail Bar
An immersive theatrical cocktail experience on the Gold Coast where inmates smuggle spirits and mix their own drinks.
Selected dates
Gold Coast Whale Watching Cruise
Witness majestic whales on their annual migration along the Gold Coast during seasonal cruises.
Find out more →Selected dates
Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Tickets
Meet koalas, kangaroos, wombats and the elusive platypus at the world's first koala sanctuary in Fig Tree Pocket.
Find out more →Every Saturday 7amFree
South Bank parkrun
Join 400-plus walkers and runners for a free 5km event every Saturday morning, no time limit.
Find out more →Until 31 Dec
SparkLab — Queensland Museum
Hands-on STEM activities in an interactive zone perfect for curious grandkids and grandparents together.
Find out more →Selected dates
Sunset River Cruise
Drift along the Brisbane River as the sun sets over the city skyline.
Find out more →Selected dates
Surfers Paradise Sunset Cruise
Sail through the Gold Coast Broadwater as the sun sets over Surfers Paradise skyline.
Find out more →Thu 5 Nov, 18:30
Des Bishop - Australia Tour
Irish-American stand-up comedian Des Bishop delivers sharp wit and cross-cultural observations in an evening of intelligent comedy.
Find out more →5 Nov 2026
The Bootleg Beatles in Concert
World-renowned Beatles tribute band delivers pitch-perfect performances of the Fab Four's greatest hits and deep cuts.
Find out more →Fri 6 Nov, 16:30
Jack Johnson - Surfilmusic Tour - Australia / New Zealand - 2026
Mellow, sun-soaked acoustic songs from a laid-back troubadour, played outdoors at Riverstage on a Friday afternoon into evening.
Find out more →Fri 6 Nov, 19:00
Kip Moore - Reason To Believe World Tour
Heartland-rock storytelling and big singalong choruses from the American country favourite, with Kingswood in support on a Friday evening.
Find out more →7 Nov
ABBA vs Queen by Candlelight | South Brisbane, QLD
Two beloved pop and rock songbooks reimagined by candlelit strings, with sing-along favourites from both Swedish and British legends.
Find out more →7 Nov
Jack Johnson | Brisbane
Jack Johnson's SURFILMUSIC Tour brings laid-back beach vibes alongside special guests Ben Harper and John Butler.
Find out more →7 Nov
Tex Perkins and Matt Walker – Before The Show Tour | Brisbane
Two much-loved Australian voices share songs and stories in the relaxed, intimate setting of a Saturday night music hall.
Find out more →Sat 7 Nov, 10:00
Champions Raceday
Experience premium horse racing at Eagle Farm with general admission access to the racecourse precincts.
Find out more →Sat 7 Nov, 10:00
Family of League Champions Raceday
A Saturday at Eagle Farm with live racing, food outlets and a relaxed raceday atmosphere on the public lawns.
Find out more →7 NovGold Coast
Grand Diwali at Sea World Gold Coast 2026
A colourful Diwali celebration on the Gold Coast, a festive day out the grandkids are sure to enjoy too.
Find out more →22 NOV 2025 – 31 JAN 2027
Stories You Wear: Magpie Goose
A wearable-art exhibition at the Museum of Brisbane exploring stories told through clothing and cultural design, with its run drawing toward a close.
Find out more →12 DEC 2026 - 11 APR 2027
Tape It!
A playful, hands-on Museum of Brisbane exhibition exploring creativity with tape, with plenty to enjoy for visitors of all ages.
Find out more →Mon 9 Nov, 19:30
The Dollop - Down Under 8
A live comedy podcast recording where two hosts retell quirky historical tales, staged on a Monday evening with doors opening at 6:30pm.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Botanical Bath Bombs Class with High Tea
Make your own botanical bath bombs, then settle in for high tea at a relaxed, sociable afternoon workshop.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Floral Textured Paint and Sip Class
Paint a textured floral piece at your own pace with a glass in hand, then take your creation home.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Pottery Wheel Throwing Class for Beginners: Brisbane
Get your hands into clay with patient beginner guidance and leave with a handmade piece you can be proud of.
Find out more →Runs regularly
Wood Carving Workshop
Learn traditional carving techniques in a small, unhurried workshop and shape a keepsake from timber.
Find out more →Tue 10 Nov, 20:00
Dara O Briain - Re:Creation
Irish comedy master Dara Ó Briain returns following his internationally acclaimed So, Where Were We? tour success.
Find out more →11 Nov – 15 Nov
Save Antarctica Photography Exhibition by Christine Hall
A short-run photography exhibition bringing Antarctica's icy landscapes to Petrie Terrace, with a conservation message behind the images.
Wed 11 Nov, 12:00Free
Eagle Farm Midweek Raceday
A easygoing Wednesday lunchtime at the track with free entry on midweek racedays, so no ticket is needed.
Find out more →Wed 11 Nov, 19:00
Lucas Zelnick
A single-night stand-up show in the grand Princess Theatre, with an easy 7pm start and a finish around 8:30pm.
Find out more →11 Nov
Khalid Live in Brisbane
Grammy-nominated R&B superstar Khalid brings smooth vocals and chart-topping hits to Brisbane's open-air Riverstage.
Find out more →12 NOV 2026
Crafty Party with Sunday Jemmott and Renee Kire
Join local artists for a sociable afternoon of creative craft-making and artistic inspiration at Museum of Brisbane.
Find out more →12 Nov – 20 Dec
Japanese Film Festival 2026
Six weeks of carefully selected Japanese cinema showcasing drama, animation, and contemporary filmmaking through summer.
Find out more →13 Nov
Candlelight: 90's Unplugged on Strings in Brisbane - Tickets
Familiar 90s hits reimagined by a string ensemble in the soft glow of candlelight, set within a beautiful cathedral.
Find out more →13 Nov
Charlie Puth | Brisbane
Pop sensation brings his full band and chart-topping hits including Attention and We Don't Talk Anymore.
Find out more →13 Nov
Wade Forster | Brisbane
Rising Australian country star brings his heartfelt storytelling and authentic sound after selling out his previous tour.
Find out more →14 Nov
How To Train Your Dragon in Concert
A live orchestra performs the much-loved film score on Saturday 14 November, a lovely outing for grandparents and grandkids together.
Find out more →14 NOV 2026
Ron McBurnie: Under Moonlight
Museum of Brisbane presents a new Ron McBurnie showcase opening on 14 November, celebrating the acclaimed Queensland artist's evocative work.
Find out more →14 Nov
Kate Ceberano - Australian Made Tour 2026
A beloved Australian voice performs a celebration of home-grown songs in the comfortable, acoustically superb QPAC Concert Hall.
Find out more →14 Nov
Melanie C | Brisbane
Spice Girls icon celebrates new album Sweat alongside her most beloved hits from three decades.
Find out more →14 Nov 2026 – 23 Jan 2027
The Jazz Room: Marvin Gaye in a Night of Soul
A smooth jazz-room salute to Marvin Gaye's soul classics, with shows scheduled across summer.
Find out more →14 Nov
50th and Final Thistle ‘City of Brisbane’ Highland Dancing Championships
Watch skilled dancers compete in the 50th and final Thistle championships, a milestone for Brisbane's Highland dancing community.
Sat 14 Nov, 10:00
CBT Keith Noud Stakes Day
A Saturday of feature racing at Doomben, with grandstand and lawn spots, food outlets and a lively atmosphere.
Find out more →14 Nov
THE RISE AND FALL MOVIE PREMIERE
A Saturday premiere screening at the New Farm cinema, offering a glimpse of a new film before it reaches wider audiences.
Find out more →14 NovSunshine Coast
TOWN Pop-Up Polo Sunshine Coast 2026 | Luxury Lifestyle Fashion Polo Event
Watch polo matches on the Sunshine Coast, with fashion, hospitality and live entertainment for a stylish Saturday afternoon out.
Find out more →15 Nov
GOPIO Diwali Rewind - Brisbane's 80s Themed Diwali High Tea
A festive high tea celebrating Diwali with an 80s twist, offering a sociable afternoon of food, music and culture.
Find out more →Sun 15 Nov, 15:10
RLWC26 - Men's & Women's FINALS
Rugby League World Cup finals for men and women at Suncorp on a Sunday afternoon, with child tickets available for grandkids.
Find out more →15 Nov
ANCIENT EGYPT: Reclaiming Lost Wisdom - November 2026 - Brisbane
Explore ancient Egyptian wisdom and history in this fascinating talk at the elegant Royal On The Park.
Find out more →15 NovGold Coast
Sunday Spritz | Gold Coast
A laid-back Sunday session on the Gold Coast, pairing a coastal drive with a spritz and good company.
Find out more →Mon 16 Nov, 19:30
Er Gou, "A Dog Named Love"
Heartwarming theatrical tale exploring love, loyalty and companionship through the eyes of a beloved dog.
Find out more →17 Nov
Dermot Kennedy | Brisbane
The multi-platinum Irish singer-songwriter performs his heartfelt music at Brisbane's riverside outdoor venue.
Find out more →18 Nov
IRON MAIDEN [BRISBANE]
Legendary British rockers celebrate their 50th anniversary with the Run For Your Lives world tour.
Find out more →Wed 18 Nov, 18:30
Sun Records
Rock 'n' roll history comes alive with the songs of Elvis, Johnny Cash and Jerry Lee Lewis in a heritage theatre.
Find out more →Wed 18 Nov, 12:00
Doomben Midweek Raceday
A relaxed Wednesday at the races, with a table in the Champions Courtyard and a tapas selection from the Executive Chef.
Find out more →19 Nov
James Morrison with Special Guest Mahalia Barnes
Australian jazz virtuoso James Morrison teams up with soulful vocalist Mahalia Barnes for a polished night in the Concert Hall.
Find out more →Thu 19 Nov, 19:00
Des Bishop
An evening of sharp, story-driven stand-up from the Irish-American comic, with an early 7pm start that suits a relaxed night out.
Find out more →20 Nov
Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets
A festive twilight market with Christmas stalls, food and seasonal cheer, running from 5pm to 9pm in Beenleigh's town square.
Find out more →Fri 20 Nov, 17:00
Australian Crawl / Men At Work
Two Aussie classics share an outdoor bill with Boom Crash Opera and Vika and Linda, starting in the late afternoon.
Find out more →21 Nov
Burnie Brae Christmas Market
A handmade Christmas market full of unique gifts and tasty treats, great for early festive shopping with the grandkids.
Find out more →Sun 22 Nov, 13:30
Suzi Quatro
A Sunday of Aussie rock favourites, with Dragon, Rose Tattoo, Baby Animals and Suzi Quatro, in leafy parkland.
Find out more →25 Nov
J. Cole | Brisbane
Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist returns with The Fall-Off Tour, showcasing new material and career-spanning hits.
Find out more →Wed 25 Nov, 19:00
Vittorio Angelone: you can't Say Nothing any more
Sharp, topical stand-up in a historic theatre, with a 7pm start and a finish around 8:30pm.
Find out more →28 Nov – 29 Nov · 10.00am-04.00pmFree
Naughty November on Tawny Trails
Your official permission slip for a guilt-free hinterland escape. Explore private galleries, artist studios, local art, cafés and mountain getaways. Bring your besties, slow down & indulge in a little well-deserved me-time before the December crush
Find out more →Sat 28 Nov, 10:00
Tattersall's Recognition Stakes Day
A Saturday of trackside racing on Brisbane's Road to Magic Millions, with views from the public lawns and viewing areas.
Find out more →29 Nov
HOLLY: Festive Chorals (Ignite Choir Brisbane)
Join Ignite Choir for festive choral favourites that bring warmth and joy to the Christmas season.
Find out more →29 Nov
City Botanical Gardens
Stroll the shaded paths and lawns of Brisbane's historic riverside botanic gardens on a late-November Sunday.
4 Dec
West End Christmas Twilight Market
A festive twilight market in West End, ideal for browsing seasonal treats, gifts and Christmas atmosphere with friends.
Find out more →5 Dec
José Carreras, Robbie Williams, The Corrs, Ronan Keating, Ann Wilson, Darren Hayes, Natalie Imbruglia, Sheppard, Katherine Jenkins, Mark Vincent, Queensland Symphony Orchestra in Brisbane
A spectacular lineup of international stars and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra in a once-in-a-lifetime concert.
Sat 5 Dec, 10:00
Century Pools Country Finals Day
A Saturday at Doomben on Brisbane's Road to Magic Millions, watching the finals from the public lawns.
Find out more →Sun 6 Dec, 19:00
Adam Kay
Former doctor turned bestselling author and comedian shares hilarious stories from his medical career and beyond.
Find out more →Sun 13 Dec, 18:30
Michelle Buteau - The Surviving And Thriving Tour
Emmy-nominated comedian Michelle Buteau delivers her bold, joyful stand-up celebrating resilience and everyday life triumphs.
Find out more →Wed 23 Dec, 14:00
THE CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR
Festive afternoon performance fills the season with holiday cheer, perfect for multi-generational family outings.
Find out more →25 Dec
Santa, Seafood and Christmas Cheer: Pullman Brisbane’s Grand Christmas Day Lunch
A celebratory Christmas Day seafood lunch with Santa visiting, a relaxed way to gather the whole family without cooking.
Find out more →Sun 28 Feb 2027, 17:00
Thomas Green
A relaxed Sunday early-evening comedy show at the Princess Theatre, an easy way to end the weekend in February.
Find out more →Thu 15 Jul 2027, 18:30
The Traveling Wilburys Collection
A tribute to the supergroup's beloved songs, with warm harmonies and singalong favourites for classic rock fans, booking well ahead for July.
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