Earth Frequency Festival 2027
22–25 October 2027 · Venue to be announced
Electronic music, art, workshops and a connected community. Dates published by the festival organiser.
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Music • Culture • Connection • CommunityNimbin MardiGrass 2027
30 April – 2 May 2027 · Nimbin
Music, community gatherings, talks, workshops and a colourful street parade. Northern Rivers, not Brisbane CBD.
Explore the 2027 programme →Didgeridoo Camp & Jams
Next camp dates TBC · Augustine Heights
The 2026 camp ran 2–5 October. Monthly jams and workshops continue; reconfirm each jam date directly with the organisers.
Check jam & camp updates →Looking for something different? We also cover sound baths, drumming circles, conscious music and Northern Rivers adventures. Share your favourites and bring a friend.
Our editorial promise: dated listings are attributed to organisers or Brisbane City Council. Festival names awaiting their next programme are clearly marked dates to be confirmed. We do not invent line-ups, tickets, opening hours or recurring club nights. Please confirm cancellations, age limits and current admission prices before travelling.
Editorial dates reviewed 13 November 2026. Live updates will be loaded where available; always confirm with the organiser.
Browse confirmed Brisbane dates, upcoming festivals and venues below.
Live music, parties & what's coming up
Source-linked and date-checked- Art · Exhibition
13 Nov 2026 – 29 Nov 2026
Banksia Prize 2026
Fairfax Studio, Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Free public painting exhibition celebrating Australia. The organiser lists daily 9 am–5 pm access.
Organiser lists free entry; check transport and incidental costs.
Original organiser information → - Nightlife · DJ / party
14 Nov 2026
BrisBass presents: Star Monster
The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
Saturday 14 November party listing on The Brightside’s official programme.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Nightlife · Party
14 Nov 2026
Divorced Dad Rock Night Brisbane
The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
Themed Saturday night event at The Brightside; check the organiser for set times and age guidance.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Concert
14 Nov 2026
Trophy Eyes – Chemical Miracle 10-Year Anniversary Tour
The Triffid, Newstead
The Triffid confirms the Saturday 14 November 2026 Brisbane show; ticket and entry conditions on the venue site.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Concert
15 Nov 2026
Death Cab for Cutie
The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
Touring live concert scheduled for Sunday 15 November 2026 on the official venue calendar.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Family concert
15 Nov 2026
Small Fry Rock feat. Patience and Isabella Manfredi
The Triffid, Newstead
An all-ages Sunday 15 November event listed by The Triffid. Confirm tickets and session details directly.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Nightlife · Electronic
15 Nov 2026
Steve Bug – Brisbane
The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
Sunday 15 November electronic-music date in the official Brightside listings.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Concert
19 Nov 2026
Men I Trust – Equus Tour
The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
Touring concert listed for Thursday 19 November 2026 on the official Fortitude Music Hall website.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Nightlife · Disco party
20 Nov 2026
Lise & Sarah’s Disco Club
The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
Officially listed Friday 20 November 2026 disco event at Fortitude Music Hall.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Concert
20 Nov 2026
The Black Seeds – Australian Tour
The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
Friday 20 November Brisbane performance shown in the Brightside events schedule.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Live music · Electronic
21 Nov 2026
Shapeshifter – Soulstice 20th Anniversary Tour
The Triffid, Newstead
Saturday 21 November show appearing in the official Triffid concert programme.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Christmas celebration
27 Nov 2026
Brisbane Christmas Tree lighting
King George Square, Brisbane City
Council’s official Christmas tree lighting in King George Square opens the Brisbane festive season on Friday 27 November.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Nightlife · Circus & cabaret
28 Nov 2026
Cirque du Sleigh – Saturday show
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Adults-only 7 pm performance; festival-style circus and cabaret at Brisbane Powerhouse. Confirm age and ticket conditions.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Live music
29 Nov 2026
LOUD WOMEN FEST – Brisbane
The Brightside, Fortitude Valley
The Brightside lists a Sunday 29 November festival featuring local and visiting performers.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Christmas lights
4 Dec 2026 – 24 Dec 2026
City Hall Lights — Christmas in Brisbane
Brisbane City Hall, Brisbane City
City Hall’s festive light-and-sound storytelling projections, with sessions scheduled during December. Check Council for exact showtimes.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Christmas concert
5 Dec 2026
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols 2026
Riverstage, Brisbane City
Council-confirmed Saturday 5 December Christmas concert at Riverstage. Verify ticket availability and venue information.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Rock & metal
6 Dec 2026
Good Things Festival 2026
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
Sunday 6 December alternative music festival. Organiser confirms a 16+ licensed event.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Christmas markets
12 Dec 2026 – 23 Dec 2026
South Bank Christmas Gift Markets 2026
Little Stanley Street, South Brisbane
Christmas gift markets and festive activities across the South Bank precinct between 12 and 23 December, as promoted by local venue information.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Music & culture
27 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027
Woodford Folk Festival 2026/27
Woodfordia, Woodford — outside Brisbane, Moreton Bay
Six days and nights of music, dance, circus, art and family culture in Woodford, about an hour north of Brisbane. Accommodation and tickets vary.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Dance & electronic
31 Dec 2026
Wildlands Brisbane 2026
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
New Year’s Eve dance-music festival at Brisbane Showgrounds. Check ticket and age restrictions.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Asian arts & culture
5 Feb 2027 – 14 Feb 2027
BrisAsia Festival 2027
Across Brisbane suburbs
Ten days of Asian music, food, art and Lunar New Year celebrations presented by Brisbane City Council, with events across multiple suburbs.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Lunar New Year
6 Feb 2027
Lunar New Year in Chinatown 2027
Chinatown Mall, Fortitude Valley
Free BrisAsia celebration with performances, lion dances, family activities and a Chinatown night market. Saturday 6 February, noon–9 pm.
Organiser lists free entry; check transport and incidental costs.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Indie & alternative music
13 Feb 2027
Laneway Festival Brisbane 2027
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
Officially confirmed Saturday 13 February 2027 Brisbane edition. Gates from noon; 16+ event, subject to the organiser’s conditions.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Comedy
19 Apr 2027 – 23 May 2027
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2027
Across Brisbane venues
Confirmed 2027 festival season; individual show programmes and times are released separately.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Performing arts
1 May 2027 – 8 May 2027
Brisbane Anywhere Festival 2027
Across Brisbane
Theatre, comedy, dance and live performance in unconventional Brisbane venues from 1–8 May 2027; individual programmes vary.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Arts
3 Sept 2027 – 25 Sept 2027
Brisbane Festival 2027
Across Brisbane
Officially announced 3–25 September 2027 city-wide festival programme.
Check tickets, age rules, entry times and cancellations with the organiser.
Original organiser information → - Festival · Fireworks & family
4 Sept 2027
Riverfire 2027
Brisbane River and surrounds
Saturday 4 September river fireworks event confirmed by Brisbane Festival. Check viewing and travel updates closer to the date.
Organiser lists free entry; check transport and incidental costs.
Original organiser information →
Brisbane's festival calendar
Confirmed dates + upcoming editions- Confirmed festival dates
Christmas in Brisbane 2026
27 Nov 2026 – 24 Dec 2026
Brisbane City & South Bank
Council Christmas season featuring the city tree, lights, festive entertainment and family activities; individual event dates and entry conditions vary.
All ages; check each activity
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Good Things Festival 2026
6 Dec 2026
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
One-day Brisbane alternative, punk, metal and rock festival. The official ticket site lists a 16+ licensed event.
16+
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Woodford Folk Festival 2026/27
27 Dec 2026 – 1 Jan 2027
Woodfordia, Woodford — Moreton Bay region, outside Brisbane
Six-day music, art, dance, community and performance festival in Woodford, approximately one hour north of Brisbane; ticket and camping conditions vary.
Family-friendly programme; ticket conditions apply
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Wildlands Brisbane 2026
31 Dec 2026
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
New Year’s Eve electronic and dance-music festival at Brisbane Showgrounds.
Check organiser terms
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
BrisAsia Festival 2027
5 Feb 2027 – 14 Feb 2027
Across Brisbane suburbs
Brisbane City Council’s ten-day celebration of Asian art, culture, food, music and Lunar New Year across more than fifteen suburbs.
Varies by event
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Laneway Festival Brisbane 2027
13 Feb 2027
Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
One-day indie and alternative music festival returning to Brisbane Showgrounds on Saturday 13 February 2027.
16+
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2027
19 Apr 2027 – 23 May 2027
Brisbane venues including Brisbane Powerhouse
Major multi-venue comedy festival; season dates confirmed in the official presenter information.
Varies by show
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Brisbane Anywhere Festival 2027
1 May 2027 – 8 May 2027
Unexpected performance locations across Brisbane
Site-specific theatre, comedy, music and circus in libraries, warehouses, parks and other non-traditional locations.
Varies by show
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Brisbane Festival 2027
3 Sept 2027 – 25 Sept 2027
Across Brisbane
Annual city-wide arts festival, with the 2027 dates confirmed by the organiser.
Varies by performance
Official festival source → - Confirmed festival dates
Riverfire 2027
4 Sept 2027
Brisbane River and surrounds
Brisbane Festival’s confirmed river fireworks celebration; viewing details and road closures will be published nearer the date.
Family-friendly public event
Official festival source → - Next dates to be announced
BIGSOUND
Next edition: dates TBC
Fortitude Valley
QMusic’s annual live-music showcases and industry conference in the Valley. Next exact dates require confirmation.
Some events 18+
Official festival source → - Next dates to be announced
Melt Festival
Next edition: dates TBC
Brisbane and New Farm
Brisbane Powerhouse’s major queer arts and culture festival. Do not assume the next edition’s dates.
Varies by show
Official festival source → - Next dates to be announced
Night Feast
Next edition: dates TBC
Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
Food, art and cultural festival produced by Brisbane Powerhouse, with dates announced edition by edition.
See organiser programme
Official festival source → - Next dates to be announced
Brisbane Writers Festival
Next edition: dates TBC
Brisbane
Brisbane’s literary and author events festival. Confirm the next dates with its organisers.
Varies by event
Official festival source →
The venues that keep Brisbane moving
Official calendars & practical tips- Live music and concerts
The Fortitude Music Hall
Fortitude Valley
Large live-music venue in Fortitude Valley hosting touring bands, headline concerts and special music events.
Check each performance’s date, ticket conditions, age restrictions and admission details.
View official venue programme → - Live music and beer garden
The Triffid
Newstead
Independent live-music rooms and a beer garden presenting touring artists, local music and occasional special sessions.
See the official gig calendar; standing-room, seating, age requirements and tickets vary by show.
View official venue programme → - Club nights, concerts and parties
The Brightside
Fortitude Valley
Live bands, dance parties, DJs and themed nights in Fortitude Valley with a changing event-by-event calendar.
Events, age restrictions and door times differ; confirm on the official events page.
View official venue programme → - Concerts and performance
The Princess Theatre
Woolloongabba
Heritage theatre presenting rock, indie, electronic performances, comedy and other ticketed events.
Check the official event schedule and whether an event is seated, standing or sold out.
View official venue programme → - Concerts and live performance
The Tivoli
Fortitude Valley
Long-running Brisbane concert hall known for gigs, touring bands, comedy and special performances.
Confirm the performance and ticket details directly with the venue.
View official venue programme → - Festivals, comedy and the arts
Brisbane Powerhouse
New Farm
Riverside performing-arts precinct known for festivals, comedy, theatre, live music and creative events.
Check the individual performance date, age suitability and access requirements.
View official venue programme → - Heavy music, rock and gigs
Crowbar Brisbane
Fortitude Valley
Inner-city live-music venue focused on gigs and the Brisbane alternative music community.
See the current official program; venue hours vary by event.
View official venue programme → - Outdoor concerts
Riverstage
Brisbane City
Open-air performance venue in the City Botanic Gardens for major concerts and occasional festivals.
Event dates, bag policies, accessibility and entry procedures depend on the promoter.
View official venue programme → - Theatre, dance and festivals
Queensland Performing Arts Centre
South Brisbane
South Bank performance precinct for musicals, theatre, ballet, comedy and programmed festivals.
Tickets, concessions, suitability and accessibility vary by production.
View official venue programme → - Nightclub and DJ nights
Prohibition Nightclub
Fortitude Valley
Fortitude Valley nightclub with themed parties, DJs and a changing late-night events program.
Check the official programme for this weekend, age requirements, entry conditions and prices.
View official venue programme → - Jazz and live music
Brisbane Jazz Club
Kangaroo Point
Riverside live-music and jazz venue featuring local and visiting acts with an intimate club atmosphere.
Check the current performances and booking arrangements; do not assume walk-in tickets.
View official venue programme → - Festivals and major events
Brisbane Showgrounds
Bowen Hills
Large Brisbane event grounds hosting music festivals, exhibitions and major seasonal events.
The organiser controls festival dates, admission prices and restrictions.
View official venue programme → - Food, music and weekend markets
Eat Street Northshore
Hamilton
Weekend precinct combining food vendors, entertainment and music beside the Brisbane River.
Check current trading dates, entry fees and transport arrangements.
View official venue programme → - Live music and piano bar
Doo-Bop Bar
Brisbane City
CBD live-music venue known for piano-bar entertainment and singer-led performances.
Check the actual weekly music programme and entry conditions.
View official venue programme →
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