Brisbane’s live scene is lighting up this weekend with a packed lineup of comedy, concerts, festivals, and themed nights. Whether you’re looking for a laugh, a dancefloor, or a powerful live set, here’s your suburb-by-suburb guide to what’s on in Brisbane from May 9 to 11, 2025.
Fortitude Valley
May 9, 2025
Montell Fish: The Dream Deer Tour
Category: Live Music
An atmospheric and emotional performance at The Fortitude Music Hall.
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May 9, 2025
Black Bear Lodge Presents
Category: Live Music
A showcase of emerging artists in an intimate live venue.
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May 9, 2025
The Southern River Band
Category: Live Music
A high-energy rock show at Crowbar Brisbane.
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May 9, 2025
ATRIA by SPACE FLAMINGO [EP Launch]
Category: Live Music
Celebrate the latest EP launch with bold pop-electronic sounds.
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May 9, 2025
Ruby Rocket, Private Detective
Category: Comedy
A fast-paced noir comedy with a twist, performed at Big Fork Theatre.
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May 10, 2025
PARK RD Australian Tour
Category: Live Music
An indie rock explosion at Black Bear Lodge.
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May 10, 2025
SPILL THE ‘T’ FESTIVAL
Category: Festival
A vibrant, inclusive celebration of music and culture.
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May 10, 2025
Leif Vollebekk
Category: Live Music
A soulful, genre-bending performance at Crowbar.
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May 10, 2025
Merkules | The Survivor’s Guilt Tour
Category: Live Music
Canadian rapper Merkules hits the stage with raw lyrics and heavy beats.
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May 10, 2025
The Wet Whistles – Sex, Drugs & Country Music Tour
Category: Live Music
Outlaw country meets pub rock at The Brightside.
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May 10, 2025
Harry Styles Night – Brisbane
Category: Themed Parties
A dance night dedicated to Harry Styles hits and deep cuts.
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May 10, 2025
Lise & Sarah’s Disco Club Tour 2025
Category: Themed Parties
All things sequins, soul, and sparkle at The Fortitude Music Hall.
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May 11, 2025
BAD 4 ME SINGLE LAUNCH – TAHNEE ROSE
Category: Live Music
Celebrate a new release from local star Tahnee Rose.
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Petrie Terrace
May 8–9, 2025
Billy D’Arcy | Absolute Session
Category: Comedy
A raw and hilarious take on modern life at Good Chat Comedy Club.
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May 9, 2025
Friday Night Comedy w/ Tom Witcombe & Friends
Category: Comedy
Kick off the weekend with top-tier stand-up and spontaneous laughs.
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May 9, 2025
Ricky Saunders & Roadhouse
Category: Live Music
A gritty, rootsy live set at Lefty’s Music Hall.
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May 10, 2025
Every Animal Ever – Live Podcast
Category: Comedy
A quirky science-themed podcast with laughs and facts.
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May 10, 2025
Game On Mole Live!
Category: Comedy
A chaotic game show-style comedy format with Aussie humor.
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May 10, 2025
Saturday Night Stand-Up w/ Billy D’Arcy & Friends
Category: Comedy
A punchy night of punchlines from local and national comics.
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May 10, 2025
Tommy Dassalo | Main Character
Category: Comedy
A reflective, smart, and funny solo comedy hour.
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May 10–11, 2025
Kirsty Webeck – Everything I Need to Say About Sea Creatures
Category: Comedy
Cheeky and charming, this set dives into weird ocean trivia with wit.
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Newstead
May 9, 2025
LANDMVRKS Australian Tour
Category: Live Music
Hard-hitting French metalcore live at The Triffid.
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May 10, 2025
NED BENNETT
Category: DJ Music
An immersive audio-visual DJ set at The Triffid.
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May 10, 2025
Keeping North with Tin Star & Nick Weiner
Category: Live Music
An energetic indie lineup in a much-loved local venue.
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West End
May 9, 2025
Skyscraper Stan & The Commission Flats
Category: Live Music
A heartfelt and gritty album launch tour performance.
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May 10, 2025
COSMICA w/Sienna Rose and Opaline iV
Category: Live Music
Genre-bending and inclusive, this performance fuses drag, dance, and pop.
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Woolloongabba
May 9–11, 2025
Ian Moss
Category: Live Music
A living legend of Australian rock brings timeless energy to the stage.
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May 9, 2025
Dan McCabe – Back To Life Australia Tour
Category: Live Music
Irish singer-songwriter shares heartfelt ballads and stories.
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South Brisbane
May 10, 2025
Anthony Forrest, Desmond Cheese, Kel On Earth
Category: Comedy
An offbeat, live music-infused comedy lineup at It’s Still A Secret.
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From big laughs and underground beats to folk ballads and themed dance parties, this weekend in Brisbane has something for every kind of live show lover. Whether you’re venturing into the comedy club circuit or seeking the roar of a concert crowd, the city’s stages are ready for you.
