Brisbane is dialling up the energy this weekend with a stellar mix of comedy, music, and cultural events. From laid-back park gigs to sold-out theatre shows, the city’s buzzing with something for every vibe. Whether you’re up for a night of belly laughs or want to dance until sunrise, you’re bound to find your groove.
May 2, 2025
Fortitude Valley
Hot Dub Time Machine
Category: Music
Time-travel through party anthems at The Tivoli.
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Turma do Pagode
Category: Music
Brazilian samba takes over Fortitude Music Hall.
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Friday Comedy at Big Fork Theatre
Category: Comedy
Kick off your weekend with Brisbane’s improv elite.
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West End
West End Girls: Autumn Nights
Category: Music
A high-energy tribute to pop icons at The Bearded Lady.
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Friday Night at Guilt Free Comedy Cellar
Category: Comedy
Laugh it off with local legends and surprise drop-ins.
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Paddington
Comedy Allsorts @ The Sit Down Comedy Club – Jo Gowda
Category: Comedy
A rapid-fire lineup of stand-up talent hits The Paddo.
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Kangaroo Point
Live Music This Way at Brooklyn Standard
Category: Music
Eclectic sets and cocktail vibes.
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May 3, 2025
Fortitude Valley
K Motionz (UK) with Subsonic
Category: Music
A deep dive into drum and bass at The Tivoli.
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AM/PM Emo Night
Category: Music
Get emotional with a throwback to the emo era.
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West End
The Dusty Rich Experience
Category: Comedy
Outrageous and unforgettable, Dusty brings the chaos.
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CAKES – Two-Night Set
Category: Music
Alt-pop with flair and wild stage theatrics.
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New Farm
Throw Back x You
Category: Party
Retro beats and backyard vibes at New Farm Park.
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Paddington
Fiona McGary/Jack McKnight
Category: Comedy
A sharp, seasoned comic with a whip-smart wit.
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South Bank
Chris de Burgh – SOLO Tour 2025
Category: Music
A night of timeless hits with the legendary balladeer.
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Kangaroo Point
Live Music this Weekend – Andrew Fincher, The Ambassadors
Category: Music
Funky rhythms and smooth vocals.
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Fortitude Valley
Saturday Comedy at Big Fork Theatre
Category: Comedy
No holds barred stand-up from the city’s funniest.
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May 4, 2025
New Farm
Solara Sundays
Category: Music
Smooth soul and sunshine beats at New Farm Park.
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Retro Bollywood Picnic
Category: Party
Dress up, dance, and dine in full Bollywood flair.
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Fortitude Valley
Brisbane Afrobeat Festival
Category: Music
Big-band energy with African soul and jazz fusion.
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Alexis Fernandez – Lost, But Make It Fashion
Category: Music
Stylish sounds and empowering stories.
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April 30 – May 4, 2025
South Brisbane
Rhys Darby
Category: Comedy
New Zealand’s wildest comic returns with a bang.
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Wrap Up Your Weekend in Style
Whether you’re chasing belly laughs, soaking up global grooves, or embracing retro revival vibes in the park, this weekend in Brisbane is serving serious variety. Grab your tickets early and step into the rhythm of the city.
