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What's On in Brisbane in November

2026

Updated: Sep 30, 2026

From Spring Carnival racing and Melbourne Cup events to Supanova Comic-Con, blockbuster theatre, world-first exhibitions and adults-only arts and crafts parties, here are the top things to do in Brisbane this November:

Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival 2026 is bringing colour, fashion and plenty of trackside fun from 10 October to 14 November.
The world's most famous detective is returning to the QPAC stage with murder, mystery and plenty of twists and turns
Dust off your costumes! Supanova Comic Con & Gaming is returning to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from November 6–8
Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with flowing drinks, fine food, live racing and riverside vibes at The Regatta Hotel.
Dust off your fascinator, because Riverland is throwing one of Brisbane's biggest Cup Day parties on the river!
Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel and more are heading into the woods! Stephen Sondheim’s much-loved Into the Woods is coming to Brisbane this November for a magical new production at QPAC
Think you’re good at staying quiet? You’re about to find out just how silent you can really be with Project Immersive’s brand-new, heart-pounding challenge game, A Quiet Game!
The world's biggest inflatable fun park has landed on the Gold Coast, offering hours of bouncy fun for the whole family
An unprecedented exhibition exploring The Jim Henson Company will show exclusively at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art
Museum of Brisbane’s much-loved Crafty Party series is back, bringing two hands-on, after-dark workshops to City Hall this spring
Kings of Country Rock is a two-hour stage spectacular that captures the sound and spirit of America’s country-rock legends.
The Sandgate Art Society Creative Trail brings together more than 50 artists and locations, held over two art-filled weekends

Top Things To Do In Brisbane This Week

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Ladbrokes Spring Racing Carnival 2026 is bringing colour, fashion and plenty of trackside fun from 10 Oct to 14 Nov
The Plantapalooza plant festival returns to the Saturday Fresh Market
Brisbane Celtic Festival is a lively celebration of Celtic culture,
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Horror Movie Campout is a full-on immersive overnight horror camping experience
Discover this northside art trail over two art-filled weekends
Brisbane is in for a serious dose of international wrestling action
Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with flowing drinks, fine food, live racing and riverside vibes at The Regatta Hotel.
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