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The City After Dark Markets

Brisbane CBD

Updated: Aug 24, 2026

The City After Dark Markets is a new twilight market bringing food, music, shopping and nightlife into Reddacliff Place in the heart of Brisbane CBD on Friday nights, commencing September 25.

Set to transform the heart of the city into a vibrant after-work destination the City After Dark markets will feature a pop-up bar, live music and a curated line-up of more than 70 food, artisan and boutique vendors.

The event will showcase local street food and desserts alongside independent makers, designers and boutique retailers, with the pop-up bar showcasing local brewers and distillers.

As night falls, themed lighting and installations will transform Reddacliff Place, with live music and creating a new after-dark experience in the heart of the CBD!

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The City After Dark Markets

Reddacliff Place

Queen St

Brisbane CBD

*From September 25

Fridays 4-9pm

Free entry

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