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What's On In Brisbane This Weekend

Updated: Aug 24, 2026

From a Taiwanese night market and Serbian festival to Burning of the Vines, a one-night-only Xavier Rudd show, a new waterfront bakehouse and James Bond-inspired bar — here’s what’s happening in Brisbane this weekend!

WHAT'S ON

Xavier Rudd – Raising Funds for HEAL

See Xavier Rudd live in Brisbane for a powerful night of music supporting HEAL

Burning of the Vines

This spectacular event at Sirromet Winery has it all - fire, food and (most importantly) fine wine!

Taiwan Night Market

Taiwan Night Market returns to University of Queensland, taking over the Forgan Smith Lawns for two colourful nights of bustling food stalls

Brisbane Serbian Festival

Brisbane Serbian Festival, the city's biggest Serbian cultural event is returning to Dutton Park State School Oval

Grand View Hotel 175 Year Anniversary

Queensland’s oldest licensed pub, the iconic Grand View Hotel will celebrate 175 years with a huge one-day celebration

Mile9 Takeover

Melbourne cult favourite Mile9 is heading north for a month-long takeover of South City Wine in Woolloongabba

MUST DO COMING UP

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers returns this spring with blooms, food and family fun.

Get ready to see some of your favourite movie creatures, characters and fantastical worlds with three free cinema programs accompanying GOMA’s much-anticipated Make, Believe, Magic: The Worlds of The Jim Henson Company

Viva La Voce

Catch Brisbane’s next generation of opera stars at Viva La Voce

WSQ 40th Annual Watercolour Exhibition

Celebrate 40 years of watercolour with vibrant art, live demonstrations and hands-on creativity at this free Brisbane exhibition.

No One Gets Out Of Here Alive - Brisbane Festival

The Farm company brings No One Gets Out of Here Alive to the Thomas Dixon Centre as part of Brisbane Festival

BBX2026 LEGO® Fan Expo

BBX2026 brings Brisbane's biggest LEGO® fan event back this August

Eclipse - Pink Floyd Orchestrated

Pink Floyd’s greatest hits get the full orchestral treatment in this spectacular 60-piece live experience.

Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking - Brisbane Festival

Brisbane Festival - Tiri Te Araroa Woman Far Walking

The new adaptation of the epic tale of Tiri Mahana, Tiri: Te Araroa Woman Far Walking, comes to the Brisbane Powerhouse

Night at The Parkland

Roma Street Parkland is set to become one of the city’s hottest open-air concert destinations this September with Night at The Parkland returning for six huge nights of live music under the stars

WOLF by Circa

Get ready for a circus experience with serious bite as internationally acclaimed Circa brings WOLF to Redland Performing Arts Centre

Doggie District

Doggie District is coming to Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct on Saturday, 19 September, for a free day of furry fun!

Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood

Get ready for a wonderfully weird adventure as Betsy Balloon and the Very Great Terrible Flood brings a colourful, music-filled theatrical adventure to QPAC

WHAT'S NEW

ilo bakehouse

ilo bakehouse brings fresh Scandinavian-inspired bakes, top notch coffee and specialty drinks on tap to Wynnum’s waterfront

The Alva Hotel

The Alva Hotel is the answer to your next stylish stay right in the heart of Fortitude Valley.

Lane's End Bar

Lane's End Bar is bringing Hollywood Charm, James Bond-inspired style and seriously good cocktails to South Brisbane

MUST DO GOLD COAST

ACE's Coffee

Ace’s Coffee in Miami, Gold Coast, is a stylish neighbourhood café that balances bold retro character with a relaxed, contemporary feel

Red Horse Coffee Co in Miami is the kind of cafe that feels less like a quick coffee stop and more like visiting a laid-back ranch

Burning of the Vines

The spectacular event has it all - fire, food and (most importantly) fine wine!

Aug 29

Grand View Hotel 175 Year Anniversary

The iconic Grand View Hotel will celebrate 175 years with a huge one-day celebration

Aug 29

Strong is the New Pretty - Brisbane Festival

Suzie Miller brings Strong is the New Pretty to the Playhouse for Brisbane Festival

Sep 1-19

Koreaboo

The sharply funny Koreaboo makes its La Boite Theatre debut from 2 to 19 September.

2-19 Sep

The Choir of Man - Brisbane Festival

The Choir of Man features sensational singers perform foot-stomping singalongs, brimming with hits.

Sep 3-26

Mama Does Derby - Brisbane Festival

Mama Does Derby is a theatre show about a single mum, daughter and a new life coming to the Brisbane Powerhouse.

Sep 3-5

Galvanized - A Festival of Heritage

Galvanized showcases the finest heritage experiences & events

Sep 4-13

Bright Nights by ANZ

Bright Nights by ANZ transforms the Brisbane River into a dazzling, choreographed canvas of water, light, and sound

Sep 4-26

Festival Village - Brisbane Festival

Experience the best of Brisbane from sunrise to last call at Festival Village

Sep 4-26

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

The world's #1 3D dining experience has landed at Waterloo Bay Hotel in Wynnum

Table Mation 3D Dining Experience

MUST DO

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

Bring a taste of Italy to your kitchen with Origins Italian Cooking Classes, where authentic recipes, family traditions and the joy of gathering around the table take centre stage

Origins Italian Cooking Classes

THIS WEEKEND

Top Things to Do Aug 28-30

From a Taiwanese night market and Serbian festival to Burning of the Vines, a one-night-only Xavier Rudd show, a new waterfront bakehouse and James Bond-inspired bar

This Weekend Aug 28-30

Brisbane Festival - Festival Village South Bank

COMING UP

What's on in September in & near Brisbane

From Brisbane Festival taking over the city to the magical Jim Henson blockbuster at QAGOMA and Laidley Spring Festival, the best things to do in and around Brisbane in September:

What's on in September 2026

FATHER'S DAY

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

Escape to the bush this Father’s Day and treat Dad to a delicious buffet breakfast or lunch at Walkabout Creek Cafe

Father's Day at Walkabout Creek

HOT TICKET

A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CONCERT EVENT

Six of Australia’s finest voices are joined on stage by a 19-piece orchestra and all your favourite Gilbert & Sullivan classics

A GILBERT & SULLIVAN CONCERT EVENT

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Experience the wit, elegance and enduring brilliance of Gilbert & Sullivan