Brisbane has a strong mix of things to do this weekend, with live music, comedy, theatre and nightlife events across Fortitude Valley, Newstead, Mansfield and surrounding areas. The city offers a range of weekend events including gigs, stand-up comedy and stage performances for different audiences and interests.
454 Presented By WavyLand + Carhartt WIP
3 April 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley
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A live music event showcasing underground and hip-hop influenced acts in an energetic club setting.
Half Baked Ft Rum Jungle | Great Gable | Vlads + More
4 April 2026 | Mansfield Arena, Mansfield
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A multi-artist indie lineup featuring a mix of established and emerging bands performing across a full-day event.
Counting Crows: The Complete Sweets! Tour
4 April 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
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International rock band Counting Crows perform a setlist spanning their classics and newer releases as part of their tour.
Wolters + Lammer
4 April 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead
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A co-billed live performance featuring alternative and electronic-influenced music in a well-known Brisbane venue.
Not On Your Rider – The ‘Work In Progress’ Show
4 April 2026 | Good Chat Comedy Club, Petrie Terrace
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A stand-up comedy night where performers test new material in an informal and intimate setting.
The Gong Show | Stand-Up At Its Most Brutal (W/ Dusty Rich)
4 April 2026 | Good Chat Comedy Club, Petrie Terrace
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An interactive comedy format where audience reactions determine which performers continue their set.
The Cheaks ‘Situation Lost Control’ Single Tour Co-Headline W/ Dopamine
4 April 2026 | Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley
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A co-headline indie and alternative music night featuring high-energy live performances in an intimate venue.
240KMH Brisbane Showcase
5 April 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead
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A curated showcase featuring emerging artists across multiple genres in a live music format.
Kraanium With Slaughtercult & I Choose Violence
5 April 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley
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A heavy music lineup delivering intense metal performances from both international and local acts.
Dear Seattle
5 April 2026 | The Prince Consort, Fortitude Valley
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Australian indie rock band Dear Seattle performs a live set featuring well-known tracks and fan favourites.
Speed: The Movie, The Play
26 March 2026 – 19 April 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm
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A theatrical comedy adaptation of the action film, blending parody and live performance in a stage production format.
Brisbane’s weekend lineup brings together live music, comedy and theatre across multiple venues, offering a varied mix of entertainment and nightlife experiences throughout the city.
