Brisbane is set for another packed weekend of live music and comedy from June 20 to 22. Whether you’re chasing chart-topping acts, hidden local gems or some much-needed laughs, here’s your definitive guide to what’s happening around town.
Paddington
Friday Double Feature @ The Sit Down Comedy Club
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: The Paddo Tavern
Category: Comedy
Double the laughs in one night with this crowd-favourite showcase. A fun-filled evening hosted by Brisbane’s iconic comedy club.
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Shayne Smith
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: The Paddo Tavern
Category: Comedy
American stand-up Shayne Smith brings quirky charm and sharp wit. Expect personal stories with a punchline twist.
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Newstead
YOURS TRULY
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: The Triffid
Category: Live Music
Aussie pop-punk favourites bring high-octane energy and heartfelt lyrics. A must-see for fans of Paramore-style anthems.
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Fonika
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: The Triffid
Category: Live Music
Emerging act Fonika blend alternative rock with experimental pop. Catch their atmospheric sound in one of Brisbane’s top venues.
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Fortitude Valley
Toni Childs – A Retrospective
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: The Tivoli
Category: Live Music
A career-spanning performance from the Grammy-nominated songstress. Expect an emotional, powerful evening.
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The Superjesus
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: Crowbar Brisbane
Category: Live Music
Australian rock royalty return with classics and new material. A high-voltage set in an intimate venue.
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Jimmy Barnes – The Defiant Tour
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: Fortitude Music Hall
Category: Live Music
Australia’s working-class hero storms the stage with rock anthems and soul ballads. A national treasure in full flight.
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Jem Cassar-Daley – Kiss Me Like You’re Leaving Tour
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: The Brightside
Category: Live Music
Soaring vocals and heartfelt lyrics from this acclaimed First Nations singer-songwriter. A rising star on her biggest tour yet.
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James Reyne – Electric Digger Dandy 2025 Tour
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: The Tivoli
Category: Live Music
Australian Crawl frontman revisits the hits with electric flair. A night of Aussie pub rock nostalgia.
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Alta Falls National Tour
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: Crowbar Brisbane
Category: Live Music
Electro-pop duo Alta Falls hit the road with catchy hooks and retro synths. A dance-ready, indie delight.
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Autobahns
Date: 22-Jun-25
Venue: The Brightside
Category: Live Music
German-Australian indie-punk outfit wraps up a fiery Brisbane weekend. A punchy, late-night set to close out strong.
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South Brisbane
Arugula Presents: Roquette Music Album Launch
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: It’s Still A Secret
Category: Live Music
A genre-mashing lineup featuring Autobahns, Love Banana, and Electric Prawns 2. Expect chaos, groove, and something totally different.
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Pete Murray Solo Acoustic Tour
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: QPAC Lyric Theatre
Category: Live Music
Australian acoustic legend Pete Murray strips it back. Expect mellow vibes, warm vocals, and singalongs.
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The Return of Not Really Billy
Date: 21-Jun-25
Venue: It’s Still A Secret
Category: Live Music
This underground favourite returns with indie-folk, self-deprecating humour and unexpected instrumentals. A local’s gem.
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Woolloongabba
Little Birdy – BigBigLove 21st Birthday Tour
Date: 20-Jun-25
Venue: The Princess Theatre
Category: Live Music
Celebrate two decades of “BigBigLove” with Little Birdy. A nostalgic journey through indie-pop history.
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half alive – Persona World Tour
Date: 22-Jun-25
Venue: The Princess Theatre
Category: Live Music
Californian alt-pop trio blend visuals, movement, and cinematic sound. A multimedia performance not to be missed.
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Boondall
Central Cee – CAN’T RUSH GREATNESS 2025 WORLD TOUR
Date: 22-Jun-25
Venue: Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Category: Live Music
UK rap sensation brings his massive world tour to Australia. Expect chart-topping hits and huge stage energy.
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Petrie Terrace
Live Music @ Lefty’s Music Hall
Date: June 20–22, 2025
Venue: Lefty’s Music Hall
Category: Live Music
Three nights of rotating acts including Kane Vincent, Graham Moes, The Oztones, and Chloe Marks. Rock, funk, soul and more in an old-school saloon vibe.
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Hamilton
Eat Street Northshore – Weekend Sessions
Date: June 20–22, 2025
Venue: Eat Street Northshore
Category: Live Music
Riverfront food and entertainment precinct lights up with Liam Sciacca, GEED UP, Soul Song Choir and many more. A perfect vibe for a night out.
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From world tours to indie album launches, Brisbane is buzzing this weekend. Whether you’re heading to a sweaty bar gig or a riverside hangout, June 20–22 promises nonstop entertainment. Plan your weekend now and grab those tickets.
