Brisbane Comedy Festival

Live Nation and Jubilee Street Management have announced the first wave of shows set to tour Australia and New Zealand in 2026. Beginning April 2026, audiences can look forward to a fresh season of brand-new stand-up performances, all leading into the Brisbane Comedy Festival, running from 24 April to 25 May 2026.

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Event date: From 6 June 2026 to 21 June 2026

Macbeth

In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Shake & Stir brings a bold new adaptation of Macbeth to the stage. Set in a ruthless world of rolling news and polit…

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Event date: From 27 June 2026 to 13 July 2026

QPAC School Holidays

What’s On at QPAC – June School Holidays Located just moments from Novotel Brisbane South Bank, QPAC is the perfect destination for family entertainment these …

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Event date: From 24 July 2026 to 26 July 2026

Le Festival Brisbane 2026

A new era of Le Festival arrives at Roma Street Parklands, bringing the spirit of France to Brisbane for a vibrant three-day celebration. Step into a sparkling …

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Event date: From 16 August 2026 to 31 October 2026

AFLW Brisbane Lions 2026 Draw

The AFLW Brisbane Lions 2026 draw has been released, setting the stage for another exciting season of women’s football across Australia. Whether you are travell…

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Event date: 14 October 2026

Zara Larsson

Swedish pop sensation Zara Larsson brings her Midnight Sun Tour to Australia this October, following sold-out global shows and the release of …

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Event date: 13 November 2026

Charlie Puth

Charlie Puth brings his Whatever’s Clever! 2026 World Tour to Australia, delivering his most ambitious live show yet. Backed by a world-class …

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Event date: 11 November 2026

Joji

Joji is a singer, songwriter and producer who has risen to global success since his 2017 breakthrough. His albums BALLADS 1, Nectar and SMITHE…

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Event date: From 26 June 2026 to 4 July 2026

Red Riding Hood and the Wolf

A Fairytale First Step into Ballet26 June – 4 July 2026 In this playful retelling, a curious young heroine is swept into a colourful dream filled with quirky c…

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Event date: From 25 May 2026 to 25 July 2026

Open Season Brisbane

Rise and shine, Brisbane - Open Season is back. Now in its sixth year, The Tivoli Group’s annual program transforms the city into a winter playgro…

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Event date: 7 June 2026

Beetlejuice The Musical

Based on Tim Burton’s beloved film, Beetlejuice the Musical follows Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose life takes a wild turn when sh…

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Queensland Museum Highlights Tour

Join a guided Highlights Tour at Queensland Museum Kurilpa and discover the stories behind some of the museum’s most fascinating objects. From prehistoric dinos…

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Event date: 5 November 2026

Foo Fighters – Take Cover Tour

One of the biggest and most beloved rock bands of all time, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foo Fighters are returning to Australia and New Zealand next su…

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Event date: 5 December 2026

Guns N’ Roses World Tour

Powerhouse rock icons Guns N’ Roses, with special guest Airbourne, are returning to Australia and New Zealand for a massive run of stadium shows this November a…

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Event date: 23 October 2026

Lily Allen

Lily Allen returns to Australia in October and November 2026 for her biggest headline tour yet, performing her hit album West End Girl in full. Presented by Fro…

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Event date: From 12 June 2026 to 14 June 2026

The Wiggles Live in Concert

The Wiggles return with an intimate, fun-filled show featuring Anthony, Simon, Lachy, Tsehay, John, Lucia, Caterina and Evie, along with Dorothy t…

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Event date: From 30 April 2026 to 8 July 2026

State of Origin 2026 in Brisbane

State of Origin returns to Brisbane in 2026, bringing one of Australia’s biggest sporting events back to Suncorp Stadium. Known for its electric atmosphere and …

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Brisbane Heat BBL Draw

The Brisbane Heat Men’s and Women’s Big Bash League draws have been released, setting the scene for another exciting summer of cricket at Brisbane’s iconic venu…

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Event date: From 6 March 2026 to 17 June 2026

Brisbane Lions 2026 Fixture

The Brisbane Lions 2026 AFL fixture has been released, signalling another exciting season of football at the Gabba. Whether you are travelling to Brisbane for a…

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Event date: From 6 December 2025 to 12 July 2026

Presence at GOMA

Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson invites audiences into an expansive, multi-sensory exploration of perception. Wander through a…

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Event date: From 6 March 2026 to 3 September 2026

Brisbane Broncos 2026 Draw

The Brisbane Broncos 2026 draw has been released, marking the start of an exciting new season at Suncorp Stadium. Whether you are travelling to Brisbane for a m…

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Event date: From 24 October 2025 to 5 October 2026

Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends

Walk along side one of the planet's most powerful and fascinating animals at the Queensland Museum Kurilpa. This interactive all-ages exhibition will bring you …

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The Big Hose

While you're here, don't miss the newly installed sculpture The Big Hose by Tony Albert and Nell at GOMA . A playful additional to Brisbane's iconic 'Big Things…

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Event date: 28 October 2026

5 Seconds of Summer

Your favourite boyband are coming home for their biggest shows yet! 5 Second of Summer return on their EVERYONE'S A STAR! WORLD TOUR, coming the Brisbane Octobe…

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Event date: From 5 August 2026 to 9 August 2026

Kitty Flanagan

Kitty Flanagan is coming to Brisbane with her new stand-up show. Asking but not necessarily answering all the big questions. You don't want to miss it!

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Event date: 26 June 2026

Tom Gleeson – Out of Touch

Hard Quiz host, Taskmaster Australia host, Gold Loggie winner, 5 time AACTA winner, Tom Gleeson is completely out of touch. come along to the show and take him …

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Body Worlds: The Anatomy of Happiness

Embark on an extraordinary exploration of the human body! Join the millions captivated by this world-famous exhibition, which has toured over 170 cities across …

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SparkLab Science Centre

SparkLab at the Queensland Museum is an interactive, science, technology, engineering and maths space, aimed at children aged 6-13 years. Putting the fun back i…

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Self-Guided Walking Tours

Brisbane is a great city to see on foot and a great place to start is Novotel Brisbane South Bank. Just minutes to so many of the must see sights and attractio…

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James Turrell’s Night Life

To celebrate the 10 year anniversary of GOMA, this permanent installation illuminates the building from within in a variety of colours. Constantly moving over t…

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Brisbane’s Best Farmer’s Markets

Brisbane has always had a lively scene of farmer's market's, with almost one per inner-city suburb. These days, you can find much more than just in-season, fres…

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