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Brisbane Cinema Highlights for 7 to 11 Aug 2025

An exciting slate of screenings is coming up across Brisbane, covering classic films, documentaries, international animation and special event screenings. Here’s what to see across 7 to 11 August 2025.

7‑Aug‑25

Arc’teryx Winter Film Tour 2025

A collection of adventure‑sports short films showcasing winter exploration and innovation.
IMDb rating: not listed (festival/event)
Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
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Dead to Rights

An action thriller based on the video‑game series about a cop on a personal vengeance mission.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, HOYTS – Sunnybank
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Doraemon the Movie: Nobita’s Art World Tales

Animated family adventure following Doraemon and friends into an imaginative art universe.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Reading Cinemas – Newmarket
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Elshater

Drama in Arabic with English subtitles, exploring cultural identity and personal struggle.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: HOYTS – Sunnybank
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Future Council

Documentary examining youth engagement in civic planning and public art in local communities.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside, Indooroopilly; HOYTS – Stafford; Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill; Palace Barracks; United Cinemas – Eldorado
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Mahavatar Narsimha (Telugu)

Telugu‑language mythological film depicting the legend of the heroic avatar Vishnu.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside
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Su from So

Independent drama exploring cultural exchange and personal journeys in a global setting.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside
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This is Spinal Tap: 41st Anniversary

Restored screening of the iconic mockumentary about a fictional rock band’s doomed tour.
IMDb rating: 7.9 / 11
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside; Palace Barracks Brisbane; Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba
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Stans

Feature‑length documentary celebrating the cultures and landscapes of the Central Asian “Stans”.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: multiple across Brisbane
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8‑Aug‑25

Universal Language 2024

A surreal indie film set in Winnipeg exploring language, culture and identity in a fragmented narrative.
IMDb rating: not listed but festival praised (Threads, Rotten Tomatoes)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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Trois Couleurs Rouge (Three Colours: Red) 1994

Krzysztof Kieślowski’s acclaimed chapter of the Three Colours trilogy exploring connection and fate.
IMDb rating: 8.1 / 10 (IMDb top‑rated classic)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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35 mm Pulp Fiction

35 mm print screening of Tarantino’s influential nonlinear crime film.
IMDb rating: 8.9 / 10 (The Victoria Voice Newspaper, IMDb)
Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
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Kuriyan Jawan Bapu Preshaan 2

Punjabi comedy‑drama sequel about family relationships and generational humour.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: HOYTS – Stafford
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9‑Aug‑25

Kusama: Infinity 2018

Documentary chronicling the life and artistic career of Japanese‑American artist Yayoi Kusama.
IMDb rating: 7.3 / 10 (IMDb)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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Komposition in Blau + The Grand Bizarre 1935–2018

Avant‑garde film programmes pairing experimental animation and archival footage.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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Athadu

Telugu kung‑fu/action film starring Mahesh Babu in a revenge‑drama storyline.
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Mount Gravatt
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NYT: Get Out

Special screening presented in partnership with the New York Times, the horror‑thriller on race and society.
IMDb rating: ~7.7 / 10 (Rotten Tomatoes, IMDb, Reddit, IMDb, Lifewire)
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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Roman Holiday 1953

Classic romantic comedy starring Audrey Hepburn as a runaway princess in Rome.
IMDb rating: 7.6–7.7 / 10
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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SMTOWN LIVE 2025 in Tokyo LIVE VIEWING

Live concert film broadcast event featuring K‑pop performances from Tokyo.
IMDb rating: not applicable
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside
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Superman (1978)

Screening of the classic superhero film starring Christopher Reeve as the Man of Steel.
IMDb rating: ~7.3 / 10 (noted as a beloved classic)
Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse, New Farm
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Teatro di San Carlo: Rusalka

Live‑event screening of an opera performance adaptation of Rusalka from Naples.
IMDb rating: not applicable
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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10‑Aug‑25

A Night at the Opera 1935

Marx Brothers farce involving chaotic staterooms, opera scenes and anarchic comedy.
IMDb rating: ~8.5 / 10 (Rotten Tomatoes, Facebook)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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Equinox Flower 1958

Yasujiro Ozu’s first colour film about generational conflict in post‑war Japan.
IMDb rating: 7.8 / 10 (Rotten Tomatoes, IMDb)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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All That Heaven Allows 1955

Douglas Sirk melodrama about a wealthy widow who defies societal norms for love.
IMDb rating: 7.6–7.7 / 10 (Letterboxd, Rotten Tomatoes)
Cinemas: QAGOMA
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NYT: Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

Presented in partnership with the New York Times, screening Michel Gondry’s memory‑erasure romance.
IMDb rating: ~8.3 / 10 (known classic)
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
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Trifole (Truffles)

Art‑house short or feature related to culinary or cultural storytelling (Truffles).
IMDb rating: not listed
Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
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While You Were Sleeping

Romantic comedy about mistaken identity and unexpected love set around Christmas.
IMDb rating: ~6.7–6.8 / 10 (popular favourite)
Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse, New Farm
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#RUNSEOKJIN_EP.TOUR in AMSTERDAM

Live‑view event of a concert performance featuring a prominent music personality.
IMDb rating: not applicable
Cinemas: Event Cinemas – multiple Brisbane venues
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11‑Aug‑25

Ran 1985

Akira Kurosawa’s epic samurai drama exploring chaos, betrayal and redemption set in feudal Japan.
IMDb rating: ~8.2 / 10 (Kurosawa masterpiece)
Cinemas: Palace Barracks Brisbane
Watch

These events span genres and geographies—offering something from classic Hollywood to world cinema, live music broadcasts, documentaries, and festival programming. It’s the perfect weekend for cinema lovers and curious minds.

Brisbane’s Art, Music & Theatre Picks for 8–10 August 2025

From candlelit concerts and immersive photography to world-class jazz and Indigenous storytelling, Brisbane is alive with colour, rhythm, and creativity this weekend. Whether you’re into music, theatre, visual art or dance, this is your go-to guide for cultural moments that move the soul.

Bowen Hills

Ekka 2025 (Arts Pavilion + Stages)

9–17 August 2025
Brisbane Showgrounds
Festival, Arts, Community
More than just rides—discover local art, craft, performance, and cultural showcases.
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The Max Alduca Quintet

8 August 2025
JMI Live
Jazz
A smooth and sharp live set from one of Brisbane’s rising jazz collectives.
Get Tickets

UQMS Present Med Revue: Night of the Living Med

10–12 August 2025
Twelfth Night Theatre
Theatre
A hilarious parody combining medicine and musical mayhem.
Get Tickets

Brisbane City

Candlelight: Best of Coldplay

8 August 2025
Albert Street Uniting Church
Ensemble, Tribute Music
Experience Coldplay’s greatest hits performed by candlelight in a breathtaking setting.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Bruno Mars

9 August 2025
Albert Street Uniting Church
Ensemble, Tribute Music
An enchanting candlelit concert celebrating Bruno Mars’ chart-topping songs.
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Kangaroo Point

Karen Anderson and the Fortunate Sinners

8 August 2025
Brisbane Jazz Club
Jazz
Let Karen Anderson’s powerhouse vocals lead you through a night of bluesy brilliance.
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Galapagos Duck

9 August 2025
Brisbane Jazz Club
Jazz
Australia’s legendary jazz ensemble delivers swing, funk and bebop brilliance.
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Project Swing Big Band

10 August 2025
Brisbane Jazz Club
Jazz
Classic big band sound with a modern twist—perfect for a Sunday wind-down.
Get Tickets

South Brisbane

Clancestry: Art of Song

8 August 2025
Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
Music and Performing Arts
A musical tribute to First Nations storytelling through harmony and soul.
Get Tickets

Lior & Westlake

9 August 2025
Concert Hall, QPAC
Classical
Experience the emotional power of song with orchestral depth and storytelling.
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Clancestry: Sparks First Nations Play Readings

9 August 2025
Cremorne Theatre, QPAC
Theatre, Storytelling
Intimate staged readings celebrating emerging First Nations playwrights.
Get Tickets

Illume – Bangarra Dance Theatre

1–9 August 2025
Playhouse, QPAC
Dance, Theatre
A compelling exploration of culture, land, and spirit from Australia’s premiere Indigenous dance company.
Get Tickets

Sam Harrison: Letters Home

25 July – 30 August 2025
Onespace Gallery
Art, Exhibit
A powerful visual letter of longing, distance, and personal truth.
Get Tickets

Hannah Seong and Lois Kim: Nunchi

29 July – 9 August 2025
Grey Street Gallery – QCAD Galleries
Art, Exhibit
An introspective dual exhibition exploring empathy through Korean cultural lenses.
Get Tickets

Static

29 July – 9 August 2025
Webb Gallery – QCAD Galleries
Art, Exhibit
A glitchy, meditative examination of visual tension and interruption.
Get Tickets

Clancestry: Mob Words

9–10 August 2025
Melbourne Street Green, QPAC
Art
Live storytelling, spoken word, and visual works celebrating Blak voices.
Get Tickets

Clancestry: Mob Music

9–10 August 2025
Melbourne Street Green, QPAC
Music and Performing Arts
Catch soulful, powerful Indigenous music in this free outdoor concert.
Get Tickets

New Farm

Criollo: Heritage Remixed. La tradición arde

8 August 2025
Powerhouse Theatre, Brisbane Powerhouse
Dance, Performing Arts
A fiery fusion of contemporary Latin dance and ancestral rhythms.
Get Tickets

The World Press Photo Exhibition 2025

19 July – 17 August 2025
Turbine Platform, Brisbane Powerhouse
Photography, Exhibit
See the world’s most compelling news photography in one gripping visual display.
Get Tickets

Kelvin Grove

We’re All Gonna Die!

30 July – 16 August 2025
La Boite Theatre
Theatre, Comedy
A hilarious and heartfelt exploration of life’s ultimate truth, blending sharp wit, bold physicality, and existential charm.
Get Tickets

Northgate

Gail Sorronda Chromophobia – 20 Year Anniversary Show

9 August 2025
Urban Art Projects (UAP)
Fashion
An avant-garde fashion event exploring light, shade, and style over two decades.
Get Tickets

Woolloongabba

Manners of the Manor

10 August 2025
The Princess Theatre
Dance, Theatre
An elegant and playful fusion of dance and drama, this tongue-in-cheek period performance will have you bowing, curtsying, and laughing all evening.
Get Tickets

Morningside

Audition – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

9 August 2025
The Hut
Theatre, Audition/Tryouts
Calling all performers! Join the open casting for this magical Shakespearean classic.
Get Tickets

Fortitude Valley

Every Little Thing (Film Screening)

9 August 2025
Institute of Modern Art
Film
A poetic and political lens on care, resistance, and the minutiae of life.
Get Tickets

British Film Festival Presents: MR. BURTON

10 August 2025
Palace James St Cinema
Film, Festival
A gripping new docudrama from the UK screens as part of this beloved festival.
Get Tickets

West End

The Churchie Emerging Art Prize 2025

26 July – 9 August 2025
Metro Arts
Art, Exhibit
An annual showcase of Australia’s most exciting emerging visual artists.
Get Tickets

Bespoke – Queensland Ballet

31 July – 9 August 2025
Thomas Dixon Centre
Ballet
Contemporary ballet meets cinematic lighting in this innovative triple bill.
Get Tickets

Blanc de Blanc Encore – The West End Electric

5 August – 21 December 2025
The West End Electric
Cabaret, Circus, Comedy
Step into a sparkling world of champagne-fuelled glamour, aerial acrobatics, and cheeky cabaret in this high-voltage, adults-only extravaganza.
Get Tickets

Toowong

DRAWING 50 by SAGE ARI

31 July – 16 August 2025
Land Street Gallery
Art, Exhibit
A 50-day drawing ritual turned gallery exhibition—intimate, minimal, expressive.
Get Tickets

Ipswich

69th One Act Play Festival

8–10 August 2025
Ipswich Little Theatre
Theatre, Festival
A weekend of short, punchy performances showcasing talent from across Queensland.
Get Tickets

This weekend, Brisbane belongs to the artists. Whether you’re craving bold theatre, intimate music, edgy exhibitions or soul-stirring storytelling, there’s no shortage of cultural brilliance to take in. Book ahead, bring a friend, and immerse yourself in the creative heartbeat of the city.

Brisbane Family Weekend Guide: Where to Go, What to Do 8–10 August 2025

Looking for ways to keep the kids happy and the whole family engaged this weekend? Brisbane is packed with storytime sessions, planetarium shows, live performances, creative markets, and outdoor adventures to make your weekend easy, affordable, and fun.

Bowen Hills

Ekka 2025

9–17 August 2025
Brisbane Showgrounds
Seasonal, Various Activities
Queensland’s biggest event returns! With rides, baby animals, fireworks, and fairy floss—it’s a must-do for every Brisbane family.
Get Tickets

UQMS Present Med Revue 2025: Night of the Living Med

10–12 August 2025
Twelfth Night Theatre
School, Theatre
A hilarious medical-themed stage production by UQ’s future doctors—full of music, parody and inside jokes for all ages.
Get Tickets

Clayfield

St Rita’s College Twilight Open Evening

8 August 2025
St Rita’s College
School
Tour the campus, meet teachers, and discover student life at this special open evening.
Get Tickets

Taringa

Teddy Bears’ Picnic at Taringa Playground Park

9 August 2025
Taringa Playground Park
Kids Activities
Pack a picnic, bring your favourite teddy, and enjoy music, games, and family fun.
Get Tickets

Boondall

Guided Walk of the Billai Dhagun Track

9 August 2025
Boondall Wetlands Environment Centre
Kids Activities
Take a family-friendly journey through Brisbane’s wetlands on a guided walk that explores culture, mangroves, native wildlife, and the environment.
Get Tickets

South Brisbane

Juiced TV’s 10th Birthday Party

9 August 2025
Little Stanley Street
Party, Kids Activities
Celebrate a decade of Juiced TV with live entertainment, games, and family activities.
Get Tickets

Griffith University Open Day

10 August 2025
Griffith University, Southbank
School
Explore study pathways, meet current students, and enjoy campus activities.
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A Chorus Line

31 July – 9 August 2025
Conservatorium Theatre – Queensland Conservatorium
School, Musical
A dazzling student production of the Broadway classic, perfect for theatre-loving families.
Get Tickets

Clancestry for Kids

9–10 August 2025
Melbourne Street Green, QPAC
Kids Activities, Art
From face painting to dance, this interactive First Nations program is rich in culture and joy.
Get Tickets

Hawthorne

2025 LHC World of Movies

9 August 2025
Lourdes Hill College
Various Activities, School
A celebration of international cinema with themed activities, food, and fun for all ages.
Get Tickets

Chapel Hill

Forest Family Sundays @ THECA

10 August 2025
The Hut
Family
A guided forest experience with nature play, crafts, and wildlife discovery.
Get Tickets

New Farm

Run 2 Cure – Brisbane 2025

10 August 2025
New Farm Park
Sports Activities, Family, Fundraiser
Walk, run, and raise funds to fight childhood cancer in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Get Tickets

Hamilton

Bluey’s World – 2025

7 November 2024 – 15 March 2026
Northshore Pavilion
Kids Activities, Family
Step inside the Heeler family home and into the magic of Bluey’s world in this immersive, interactive experience that runs all summer long.
Get Tickets

Clandestine: The Cabaret – A Farewell and a Beginning

8–10 August 2025
Brisbane Circus Centre
School, Cabaret
A vibrant night of acrobatics, dance, and storytelling by emerging student performers bidding farewell with flair.
Get Tickets

Second Life Markets: Brisbane

10 August 2025
Superordinary
Community, Market
Sustainable fashion, handmade goods, and pre-loved treasures in a family-friendly space.
Get Tickets

Mt Coot-tha

Perfect Little Planet

9–10 August 2025
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Kids Activities, Family
A charming animated journey through the solar system, perfect for curious young minds.
Get Tickets

Tycho Goes to Mars

9 August 2025
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Kids Activities, Family
Join Tycho the dog on a science-packed journey to the Red Planet.
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Magic Globe: A Story of the Seasons

10 August 2025
Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Kids Activities, Family
A seasonal tale that brings the science of Earth to life.
Get Tickets

Make and Create for Kids

9 August 2025
Mt Coot-tha Library
Kids Activities, Family
Free drop-in arts and crafts fun for the little creatives.
Get Tickets

Toowong

ACTivate Children’s Club

9 August 2025
Anzac Park
Kids Activities, Family
Imaginative theatre games and expressive play for kids aged 6–10.
Get Tickets

Indooroopilly

STEAM Ahead on the Intelino EKKA Train

9 August 2025
Indooroopilly Library
Kids Activities, Family
A hands-on robotics session with smart trains and playful coding.
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STEAM Sundays

10 August 2025
Indooroopilly Library
Kids Activities, Family
Creative science, tech and engineering fun for young explorers.
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Brisbane City

Clock Tower Tour

9–10 August 2025
Museum of Brisbane
Kids Activities, Family
Take a ride in the old-timey lift and view Brisbane from above.
Get Tickets

Brisbane Square (CBD)

Tinker Table

9 August 2025
Brisbane Square Library
Kids Activities, Family
Tactile tinkering and mini-making for little hands.
Get Tickets

Rainbow Families Storytime

9 August 2025
Brisbane Square Library
Kids Activities, Family
An inclusive storytime celebrating diversity and family.
Get Tickets

Sunnybank Hills

First 5 Forever Children’s Storytime

9 August 2025
Sunnybank Hills Library
Kids Activities
Sing, rhyme, read and play with your little one in this joyful early literacy session perfect for babies, toddlers and preschoolers.
Get Tickets

Oxley

Wheely Fun

9 August 2025
Nixon Park
Family, Sports Activities
Bring your bike, scooter, skateboard—or anything with wheels! This active family event features ride zones, games, and outdoor fitness fun.
Get Tickets

Bracken Ridge

Brick Builders Code Club

9 August 2025
Bracken Ridge Library
Kids Activities, Family
Creative coding with LEGO—perfect for budding techies.
Get Tickets

Moorooka

CONNECTIONS: UQBA’s 2025 Business Revue

8–9 August 2025
Empress Theatre – Arcana
School, Theatre, Social, Business
A witty, musical, and satirical stage show from UQ’s business students—blending corporate themes with laugh-out-loud sketches and musical numbers.
Get Tickets

Manly

Manly Creative Markets

10 August 2025
Little Bayside Park
Kids Activities, Family
Handmade treasures, food stalls, and live music by the bay.
Get Tickets

Wakerley

Group Boxing

9 August 2025
Wakerley Park
Family, Sports Activities
Get the whole family moving with this fun, high-energy boxing workout—designed for all ages and fitness levels.
Get Tickets

Upper Mt Gravatt

First 5 Forever Children’s Storytime

10 August 2025
Garden City Library
Kids Activities, Family
Boost early learning with this joyful storytelling session.
Get Tickets

Whether you’re chasing teddy bear picnics, curious about the stars, or ready to groove, this weekend in Brisbane is packed with opportunities to laugh, learn, and connect as a family. With events happening in every corner of the city, libraries, parks, planetariums, theatres, and more, there’s something magical waiting for every age and interest.

Brisbane Weekend Gigs Guide: Live Shows, Laughs & Parties 8–10 August 2025

From legendary rock tributes and emo nights to wild comedy shows and metal tours, Brisbane is lighting up this weekend with an electrifying lineup of live gigs, parties, and performances. Whether you’re vibing with folk, moshing to punk, sipping wine in West End, or catching rising stars in Fortitude Valley, there’s something happening in every corner of the city.

Annerley

ULTHAR and JARHEAD FERTILIZER Australian Tour 2025

8 August 2025
The Back Room
Live Music
Kick off your Friday night with an unrelenting metal showcase featuring ULTHAR and Jarhead Fertilizer.
Get Tickets

Woolloongabba

PUP

8 August 2025
The Princess Theatre
Live Music
Canadian punk rock legends PUP bring their high-energy show to Brisbane.
Get Tickets

Cosmic Cowboy & the Incognitos, Sean Simmons & Stan

8 August 2025
The Cave Inn
Live Music
A wild night of country-psych fusion, outlaw grooves, and original Brisbane sounds.
Get Tickets

The Australian Bee Gees Show

9 August 2025
The Princess Theatre
Live Music, Tribute Music
Step into disco fever with this electrifying tribute to the Bee Gees.
Get Tickets

Newstead

Amigo The Devil

8 August 2025
The Triffid
Live Music
Don’t miss the haunting folk stylings and storytelling mastery of Amigo The Devil.
Get Tickets

20 Years of Spoonbill

9 August 2025
The Triffid
Live Music
Celebrate two decades of Spoonbill’s lush electronica, glitch hop, and audiovisual artistry.
Get Tickets

BLT & Blank Face Live Extravaganza in 4D

10 August 2025
The Triffid
Comedy
An absurdist musical-comedy ride through bass, beats, and bizarre characters.
Get Tickets

The Blueshamrocks & Friends

10 August 2025
The Triffid Garden
Live Music
Wind down your weekend with a soulful Sunday session of blues, country and roots.
Get Tickets

Brisbane City

BLOC PARTY – Performing Silent Alarm and The Greatest Hits

8 August 2025
Riverstage
Live Music
Experience BLOC PARTY’s iconic debut album and hits performed under the stars.
Get Tickets

Petrie Terrace

August River Band

8 August 2025
Lefty’s Music Hall
Live Music
A powerful night of indie rock and lyrical storytelling.
Get Tickets

Friday Night Comedy w/ Pat Doherty & Friends!

8 August 2025
Good Chat Comedy Club
Comedy
An unpredictable night of killer stand-up with Pat Doherty and the funniest up-and-comers.
Get Tickets

Fortitude Valley

Mid Drift – The Open Hand Tour

8 August 2025
Crowbar Brisbane
Live Music, Tour
A dynamic, high-energy performance on tour with their latest EP.
Get Tickets

Brisbane Improv League – Heat 1

8 August 2025
Big Fork Theatre
Comedy
Local teams battle it out in fast-paced, laugh-packed improv games.
Get Tickets

These Four Walls Live

8 August 2025
Black Bear Lodge
Live Music
Energetic rock from one of Queensland’s premier hard rock acts.
Get Tickets

Banks Arcade – Vipers Tour

8 August 2025
The Brightside
Live Music, Tour
Melbourne alt-metal heroes bring their high-octane tour to Brisbane.
Get Tickets

Citadel ‘In Limbo’ | EP Launch Show

9 August 2025
The Outpost Bar
Live Music, Launch
Celebrate the brand-new EP launch from Brisbane alt-rockers Citadel.
Get Tickets

Saturday Night Comedy: Raised by Wolves & Big Fun Show

9 August 2025
Big Fork Theatre
Comedy
An epic double-header of long-form improv with some of Brisbane’s funniest.
Get Tickets

The Owen Guns – Album Launch

9 August 2025
Black Bear Lodge
Live Music, Launch
Punk chaos and biting satire explode live as The Owen Guns drop their new record.
Get Tickets

am//pm emo night

9 August 2025
The Brightside
Live Music
Emo anthems, nostalgia, and eyeliner collide in this legendary party night.
Get Tickets

Ben Miller

9 August 2025
La La Land Brisbane
DJ Music
Dive into a high-energy Saturday night with house and club beats from Ben Miller.
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Ozzy Osbourne Tribute Night

9 August 2025
Crowbar Brisbane
Live Music, Tribute Music
Bark at the moon with Brisbane’s ultimate tribute to the Prince of Darkness.
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Sheng Wang

10 August 2025
The Tivoli
Comedy
Wry wit and absurd humour abound in Sheng Wang’s Brisbane stopover.
Get Tickets

Nurse John: The Short-Staffed Tour

10 August 2025
The Fortitude Music Hall
Comedy
TikTok’s favourite nurse brings his hilarious healthcare truths to the big stage.
Get Tickets

SLOWCUT – Flesh EP Launch

10 August 2025
Crowbar Brisbane
Live Music, Launch
Post-metal newcomers SLOWCUT unleash their raw and emotional debut EP.
Get Tickets

Sunday Roast featuring Chris Martin and Friends

10 August 2025
Big Fork Theatre
Comedy
Comedian Chris Martin serves up punchlines alongside a fresh lineup of guests.
Get Tickets

Under the Influence 01 | Red Hill, Hazel Mei & Joe’s Band

10 August 2025
Black Bear Lodge
Live Music
Three rising acts bring blues, funk, and soul to the intimate Black Bear stage.
Get Tickets

The Get Nots, Punktilious, One More Billy & KTO

10 August 2025
The Brightside
Live Music
A four-band punk showcase packed with energy, wit, and mosh-pit madness.
Get Tickets

South Brisbane

Luke Kidgell presents Good Intentions

9 August 2025
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Comedy
One of Australia’s funniest viral comedians live and uncensored.
Get Tickets

ARC: Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here + Dark Side

10 August 2025
Concert Hall, QPAC
Live Music, Tribute
A spellbinding live recreation of two Pink Floyd masterpieces.
Get Tickets

BADPOSTURE’s Back to School Special

9 August 2025
It’s Still A Secret
Live Music
A satirical back-to-school night packed with original songs and hilarious chaos.
Get Tickets

The Right Stuff

10 August 2025
It’s Still A Secret
Live Music
A wild blend of soul, funk, and groovy experimentation from local legends.
Get Tickets

West End

Urban Wine Walk

9 August 2025
Covent Garden & The Boundary Hotel
Drinks, Community
Self-guided wine tasting tour through the best venues in West End.
Get Tickets

Kangaroo Point

Tribute to Lata Mangeshkar & Kishore Kumar

9 August 2025
Queensland Multicultural Centre
Tribute Music
A heartfelt homage to two of India’s most legendary playback singers.
Get Tickets

From sweaty mosh pits and wine walks to soul tributes and EP launches, this weekend in Brisbane promises wall-to-wall entertainment. Secure your tickets early, rally your mates, and get out there to make the most of this jam-packed lineup.

Macca on Sundays: A Country in Full Voice

An omnibus recap of Australia All Over – June 22 to July 27, 2025

Over six crisp mid-winter Sundays, Australia All Over became a living map of the continent. From flooded cane paddocks to Red Centre stargazers, suburban sea scouts to outback vets, the country phoned in with wit, warmth, and more than a few unexpected moments. These are the stories that stood out across the weeks.
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🔧 Bush Ingenuity & Outback Life

In the July 6 episode, Dennis from Cunnamulla called in to describe a makeshift solution for fencing repairs. Armed with a chain, a shovel, and the bonnet of an old EH Holden, Dennis turned what looked like a lost cause into a functioning gate. It wasn’t pretty, but it kept the cattle out. “It’s the sort of thing my dad would’ve called ‘bush elegant,’” he laughed.

Meanwhile, Harry from Quilpie told of the intense work done by aerial vets helping restock western Queensland with vaccinated cattle. He painted a picture of low-flying choppers and dusty yards, where the only reprieve was the water truck and the occasional scone from the local CWA.



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🛠️ Odd Jobs & Unexpected Careers

One of the year’s most memorable stories came from Tom, a 76-year-old from Junee, who confessed on July 13 that he’d just taken on a “part-time job welding trailers for a bloke half my age.” He said it keeps his hands steady and mind sharper than Sudoku. “No plans to retire until my knees give out,” he chuckled. Macca asked how long that might be. “Give me another decade.”

In the same episode, Margie from Townsville rang in about her retirement passion: she collects defunct vending machines, restores them, and gives them away as novelty pantries to families doing it tough. “You open the door and there’s tins of spaghetti instead of Coke,” she explained.

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🍉 Queenslanders and Watermelon Skis

On June 29, a young caller from Childers shared the most unusual agricultural invention of the season: melon skis. During a school fete, the kids hollowed out watermelons, slipped them onto their feet, and raced across a soaked tarpaulin. “We ended up with more bruises than winners,” she laughed, “but it raised $500 for the SES.”

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🛰️ Big Skies, Deep Listening

The July 20 show featured Robyn, phoning from a stargazing gathering near Oodnadatta. There, a group of amateur astronomers had set up camp with telescopes aimed at the centre of the galaxy. “There’s no light out here—none,” she said, “You feel like you’re falling upward.” Later, Dr. Ian phoned in from Uluru, where he’d spoken at a remote health symposium. His voice cracked slightly when recounting a 19-year-old Anangu man’s story of surviving a heart condition through community health access.

On July 27, a marine engineer from Port Hedland rang to say he was overseeing underwater drone testing beneath supply barges. “We can now scan the hulls in real time—saves us time, fuel, and the divers.”

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🚂 Trains, Trucks & Tin Sheds

Fabian and Greg, train drivers from Wagga Wagga, called while hauling freight across Victoria on July 13. Their story wasn’t just about engines—it was about friendship and rhythm. “We’ve been on the same run for 18 years,” said Greg. “We don’t talk much anymore—just hum the same songs.” Later that day, Sandra from Port Augusta spoke about working alone in a highway rest stop. “We see everything—from city dads trying to fix flat tyres, to grandmothers hitchhiking with chooks.”

In a July 27 segment, Trevor from Roma proudly described rebuilding a shearing shed entirely from salvaged tin and scrap timber. “Cost me $700 and six weeks. Looks like hell, but it’ll stand longer than me.”

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🌾 Cultural Roots & Quiet Histories

In the June 25 episode, a Wiradjuri elder named Elsie phoned in to share a story about a ceremonial possum skin cloak her great-grandmother had helped stitch, now held at the National Museum. “She used to say the patterns were maps of memory,” Elsie said. “Not just for finding places, but for finding yourself.”

Rosemary from Temora called on July 6 to talk about reviving a community wheat festival last held in 1983. “We’re baking bread the old way—coals, iron pots, and a recipe from the back of my auntie’s wedding album.”

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🛶 Across Oceans & Inland Waters

July 20 brought a remarkable call from a young sailor, broadcasting via sat phone from the middle of the Coral Sea. He and his crewmates were delivering a wooden sloop from New Caledonia to the Whitsundays. “We’ve had dolphins all day and radio silence all night,” he said. “Feels like living inside a storybook.”

On July 6, a woman named Carla from Gundagai reported that the local rowing club had found a hand-carved oar buried beneath their boat shed—dated 1912. “It’s now hanging above the fireplace,” she said. “With all the names etched down the shaft.”

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🧭 The Spirit of the Show

Across all six weeks, Macca’s Sunday morning broadcasts formed a quilt of Australia in winter: full of hand-made fixes, voices on dusty roads, and a sense that life out bush and by the sea isn’t measured by headlines or economies—but by stories passed down in phone calls.

There were hard yarns, like the farmer from Biloela whose sugarcane crop drowned in flash flooding. There were soft ones, like the girl in Lorne who found a bird with a broken wing and taught it to perch on her handlebars.

Through it all, Australia All Over continued to do what it’s done best for decades: open the phone lines, and let the country speak for itself. 

Listen to the podcast episode here.

Disclaimer: Brisbane Suburbs Online News has no affiliation with Ian McNamara or the “Australia All Over Show.” This weekly review is an attempt to share the wonderful stories that Ian broadcasts each week and add value to what is a smorgasbord of great insights. 

The Big Stream: Top Movies & Series to Watch 31 July to 6 Aug

Ready to settle in for a great week of streaming? From blockbuster movies and brand-new series to family favourites and documentaries, all your favourite streaming platforms have fresh releases lined up for every mood. Whether you’re into drama, action, animation, or true crime, use this guide to discover what’s new on Apple TV+, Disney+, Netflix, Prime Video, Stan, and Max from July 31 to August 6, 2025. Happy streaming!

Apple TV+

1-Aug-25

Chief of War

  • An epic historical drama series following a native Hawaiian warrior as he battles to unite his people and protect his land.
  • Watch Now: Chief of War

1-Aug-25

Stillwater: Season 4

  • The gentle adventures of Stillwater the panda continue, bringing mindfulness, kindness, and big-hearted wisdom to a new season.
  • Watch Now: Stillwater: Season 4

6-Aug-25

Platonic: Season 2

  • Rose Byrne and Seth Rogen return as best friends navigating the hilariously awkward moments of adult friendship in this comedy series.
  • Watch Now: Platonic: Season 2

Disney+

1-Aug-25

Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius

  • The brilliant and inventive Jimmy Neutron uses his smarts to save the world in this animated family adventure.

1-Aug-25

Leap Of Faith

  • An inspiring documentary or drama exploring the courage to overcome life’s obstacles.

1-Aug-25

Planes, Trains and Automobiles

  • The classic John Candy and Steve Martin comedy about an unforgettable road trip gone awry.

1-Aug-25

The Out-Of-Towners

  • A couple’s visit to New York turns into one mishap after another in this slapstick comedy.

3-Aug-25

Little League World Series: Regionals

  • Catch all the action as teams compete for a place in the Little League World Series.

3-Aug-25

UFC: Fight Night – Albazi vs Taira

  • A high-stakes UFC showdown featuring top contenders in the flyweight division.

4-Aug-25

King of the Hill: Season 14

5-Aug-25

FIBA Asia Cup – New Zealand vs Iraq

  • Live coverage of this must-see basketball clash from the Asia Cup.

6-Aug-25

FIBA Asia Cup – Australia vs Korea

  • Watch Australia take on Korea in this exciting FIBA Asia Cup matchup.

6-Aug-25

Lost Treasures of Egypt: Season 5

  • Archaeologists uncover new secrets and stunning discoveries in Egypt’s ancient tombs.

6-Aug-25

Miraculous Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir: Season 6

  • The Parisian superhero duo returns for more action-packed and magical adventures.

6-Aug-25

Reservation Dogs: Seasons 1-3

  • Indigenous teens in rural Oklahoma navigate growing up and finding their place in the world.

6-Aug-25

The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder – Season 3

Max

31-Jul-25

Faster with Newbern and Cotten, Season 2

4-Aug-25

The Yogurt Shop Murders: Miniseries

Netflix

1-Aug-25

My Oxford Year

  • A romantic drama about ambition, love, and the unexpected turns life can take.
  • Watch Now: My Oxford Year

1-Aug-25

Perfect Match: Season 3

  • Reality dating gets another twist as singles try to find love in a tropical paradise.
  • Watch Now: Perfect Match: Season 3

1-Aug-25

Brand Bollywood Downunder

  • A colourful documentary or drama about Bollywood’s global impact and its stars in Australia.

2-Aug-25

Beyond the Bar

  • Real-life stories and inspiration from athletes and entertainers who go beyond expectations.
  • Watch Now: Beyond the Bar

3-Aug-25

WWE SummerSlam: 2025

  • The biggest stars and wildest matches of WWE’s annual summer showdown.
  • Watch Now: WWE SummerSlam: 2025

5-Aug-25

SEC Football: Any Given Saturday

6-Aug-25

Wednesday: Season 2

  • Jenna Ortega returns as the iconic Wednesday Addams in a dark, witty, and supernatural new season.
  • Watch Now: Wednesday: Season 2

Prime Video

1-Aug-25

Beauty and the Beast (1988)

  • A fantasy romance that brings the classic fairytale to life for a new audience.

1-Aug-25

Built in Birmingham: Brady & the Blues

  • The story of the city’s famed musical history and its biggest stars.

1-Aug-25

If I Stay

  • After a car accident, a young musician faces a life-changing choice between love and letting go.
  • Watch Now: If I Stay

1-Aug-25

Killer Klowns from Outer Space

1-Aug-25

Licorice Pizza

  • A coming-of-age romance set in 1970s Los Angeles, full of quirky characters and youthful adventure.
  • Watch Now: Licorice Pizza

1-Aug-25

Lord of the Flies

  • William Golding’s classic tale of survival and society on a deserted island.
  • Watch Now: Lord of the Flies

1-Aug-25

Return to Treasure Island

1-Aug-25

Sherlock Gnomes

  • Gnomeo and Juliet call on detective Sherlock Gnomes to solve the case of missing garden ornaments.
  • Watch Now: Sherlock Gnomes

1-Aug-25

Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2

1-Aug-25

The Addams Family 2

  • The world’s spookiest family embarks on a wacky, hilarious road trip.
  • Watch Now: The Addams Family 2

1-Aug-25

The Chocolate War

  • A student rebels against a corrupt system in this adaptation of the classic novel.
  • Watch Now: The Chocolate War

4-Aug-25

Hellboy: The Crooked Man

4-Aug-25

The Wolf of Wall Street

  • Martin Scorsese’s wild, hilarious, and cautionary tale of Wall Street excess.
  • Watch Now: The Wolf of Wall Street

6-Aug-25

Den of Thieves

  • An elite group of bank robbers faces off against an unorthodox police unit in this tense thriller.
  • Watch Now: Den of Thieves

6-Aug-25

The Pickup

  • A new crime caper full of high-stakes, double-crosses, and unpredictable twists.
  • Watch Now: The Pickup

Stan

31-Jul-25

Twisted Metal: Season 2

  • The wild, action-packed video game adaptation returns for another round of vehicular mayhem.
  • Watch Now: Twisted Metal: Season 2

1-Aug-25

Octonauts: Operation Deep Freeze

  • The Octonauts embark on a chilly mission to save Arctic creatures and restore balance to the ocean.

1-Aug-25

The Sandlot

  • A nostalgic coming-of-age baseball movie perfect for the whole family.

2-Aug-25

The Teacher Who Promised The Sea

  • A powerful historical drama about hope, teaching, and the fight for a better future.

2-Aug-25

Water For Elephants

  • An epic romance unfolds against the backdrop of a Depression-era circus.

3-Aug-25

Cosmopolis

  • A billionaire’s limo ride across Manhattan spirals into a surreal odyssey in David Cronenberg’s adaptation of Don DeLillo’s novel.

3-Aug-25

Revealed: Building Bad

  • Documentary series investigating some of Australia’s biggest building failures.

3-Aug-25

Yellowstone to Yosemite with Kevin Costner: Season 1

4-Aug-25

Hammarskjöld: Fight for Peace

  • Documentary or docu-drama about the life and legacy of UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld.

5-Aug-25

A Silence

  • A compelling drama about secrets, lies, and the cost of silence.

5-Aug-25

Bran Nue Dae

  • A joyous, feel-good musical journey set across the Australian outback.

6-Aug-25

A World Apart

  • A moving story of love and struggle set against the fight against apartheid in South Africa.

6-Aug-25

Let Me In

  • A haunting coming-of-age vampire story blending horror and emotional depth.

No matter what you’re in the mood for—heart-stopping action, fascinating documentaries, family-friendly fun, or binge-worthy drama—you’ll find something fresh and exciting to watch this week. With so many new releases across all the major streaming platforms, your next favourite movie or series is just a click away. Happy streaming!

Brisbane’s Big Screen Highlights: Your Guide to the Movies 31 July to 6 Aug

Love movies? Brisbane’s cinemas are rolling out an incredible week of film, with everything from international arthouse hits and family-friendly favourites to cult classics and thought-provoking documentaries. Whether you’re planning a big night out, a weekend treat, or just want to catch a unique screening, this guide is your ticket to the best on Brisbane’s big screens from 31 July to 6 August 2025. Explore what’s on, find your next must-see, and secure your seats for an unforgettable cinema experience.

30-Jul-25

Bride Hard

  • Short description: A hilarious, action-packed comedy where a jilted bride takes matters into her own hands, blending romance and high-octane hijinks.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

31-Jul-25

Omniscient Reader: The Prophecy

  • Short description: Based on the hit web novel, a fantasy adventure where the fate of the world is rewritten as fiction and reality collide.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Event Cinemas – Indooroopilly, HOYTS – Sunnybank
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

The Stolen Painting (Le Tableau volé)

  • Short description: A captivating French mystery revolving around a missing masterpiece and the secrets it reveals.
  • IMDb Rating: (Varies by version, often 7.0+)
  • Cinemas: Palace James St Cinema, Palace Barracks Brisbane
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Kingdom (Telugu)

  • Short description: An epic Telugu-language action drama set against a backdrop of power, politics, and loyalty.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt; HOYTS – Sunnybank
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Aftersun

  • Short description: A tender, critically acclaimed drama about memory, fatherhood, and the fleeting nature of childhood holidays.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.6 / 10
  • Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Detective Conan: One-Eyed Flashback

  • Short description: The world’s favourite boy detective returns, facing a thrilling new mystery that challenges his mind and heart.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Chermside, Mount Gravatt; HOYTS – Sunnybank; Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

The First Hymn

  • Short description: An emotional drama that explores the power of tradition, faith, and music in bringing families together.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes; HOYTS – Stafford, Sunnybank
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Tummy Tom: A New Friend for Tummy Tom

  • Short description: The beloved children’s cat meets a new friend in this sweet and funny animated adventure for the youngest movie fans.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes, Springfield Central; BCC Cinemas – Strathpine; HOYTS – Sunnybank
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Together

  • Short description: A heartfelt look at love and connection, this moving drama shines a light on how we support each other in uncertain times.
  • IMDb Rating: 6.2 / 10
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes, Springfield Central; Five Star Cinemas – Brisbane City, New Farm, Red Hill; United Cinemas Eldorado; Cinebar Rosalie Village; Cineplex – South Bank; Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

The Friend

  • Short description: An inspiring true story about friendship, loyalty, and being there when it matters most.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.3 / 10
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Chermside, Indooroopilly; Palace Barracks Brisbane; Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton; Bayside Cinemas – Wynnum; Cinebar Rosalie Village; Cineplex – Balmoral
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

1-Aug-25

Trois Couleurs Blanc (Three Colours: White, 1994)

  • Short description: Kieslowski’s witty and poignant tale of love, revenge, and redemption, part of the legendary Three Colours trilogy.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.6 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

The Tree of Life (2011)

  • Short description: Terrence Malick’s visually stunning exploration of family, memory, and the meaning of existence.
  • IMDb Rating: 6.8 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Tummy Tom: A New Friend for Tummy Tom

  • Short description: A delightful children’s film introducing a new character into the world of the beloved cat, Tummy Tom.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – Children’s release)
  • Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Dhadak 2

  • Short description: A passionate romantic drama and sequel, exploring new challenges for young lovers.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt; HOYTS – Stafford
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Son of Sardaar 2

  • Short description: The outrageous family comedy returns with new laughs, wild chases, and Bollywood’s signature flair.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt; HOYTS – Sunnybank
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

F1 The Movie

  • Short description: High-speed thrills and behind-the-scenes drama in this adrenaline-charged look at the world of Formula One racing.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Crash

  • Short description: David Cronenberg’s controversial and provocative drama exploring obsession and the intersection of technology and desire.
  • IMDb Rating: 6.4 / 10
  • Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

2-Aug-25

Supa Modo (2018)

  • Short description: An uplifting Kenyan story where a community helps a terminally ill girl become a superhero, inspiring hope and imagination.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.4 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

めめめのくらげ (Jellyfish Eyes, 2013)

  • Short description: A fantastical Japanese adventure mixing live action and CGI as a boy befriends magical jellyfish creatures in a post-disaster world.
  • IMDb Rating: 4.7 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Jurassic World Rebirth

  • Short description: The legacy of Jurassic Park continues as dinosaurs return in this new adventure packed with action and spectacle.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

David Byrne’s American Utopia

  • Short description: The celebrated Talking Heads frontman reinvents his music in a joyful, visually inventive concert film.
  • IMDb Rating: 8.2 / 10
  • Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

2-Aug-25

CatVideoFest 2025

  • Short description: Enjoy the best cat videos the internet has to offer—curated, funny, adorable, and perfect for a family outing!
  • IMDb Rating: 7.2 / 10
  • Cinemas: Event Cinemas – Brisbane City; HOYTS – Sunnybank; United Cinemas Eldorado; Dendy Cinemas – Portside – Hamilton; Dendy Cinemas – Powerhouse – New Farm; Angelika Cinemas – Woolloongabba; Reading Cinemas – Jindalee, Newmarket
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

3-Aug-25

Duck Soup (1933)

  • Short description: The Marx Brothers at their zaniest, with rapid-fire gags and timeless political satire—essential classic comedy.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.7 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Tail of a Tiger (1984)

  • Short description: An inspiring Aussie family adventure about friendship, dreams, and restoring a vintage biplane.
  • IMDb Rating: 6.2 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

The White Diamond (2004)

  • Short description: Werner Herzog’s visually poetic documentary following a daring airship flight over the Guyanese rainforest.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.1 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Seen

  • Short description: An intimate documentary experience that explores visibility, community, and personal storytelling.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – Indie documentary)
  • Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – Graceville, New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Stop Making Sense

  • Short description: Legendary concert film capturing the energy and artistry of Talking Heads, directed by Jonathan Demme.
  • IMDb Rating: 8.6 / 10
  • Cinemas: Five Star Cinemas – New Farm
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

6-Aug-25

La science des rêves (The Science of Sleep, 2006)

  • Short description: Michel Gondry’s imaginative romantic fantasy blurs the line between dreams and reality in a whimsical Paris setting.
  • IMDb Rating: 7.3 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Her (2013)

  • Short description: A moving, unconventional romance where a lonely man forms a deep connection with an artificial intelligence.
  • IMDb Rating: 8.0 / 10
  • Cinemas: QAGOMA
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Still Showing

Superman

  • Short description: The superhero classic returns to cinemas—revisit the original Man of Steel’s epic adventure!
  • IMDb Rating: 7.3 / 10
  • Cinemas: Cineplex – Balmoral, Hawthorne, South Bank; Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Jurassic World Rebirth

  • Short description: Dinosaurs and adventure roar back in this spectacular new chapter of the Jurassic saga.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Cineplex – Balmoral, South Bank; Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

Fantastic Four: First Steps

  • Short description: The beloved Marvel family gets a fresh start in this fun, action-packed adventure for all ages.
  • IMDb Rating: (TBA – 2025 release)
  • Cinemas: Cineplex – Balmoral, South Bank; Event Cinemas – Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, North Lakes
  • Get Tickets: Get Tickets

From breathtaking documentaries and world cinema to side-splitting comedies and family adventures, Brisbane’s cinemas are serving up a feast for film lovers this week. Don’t miss out on the chance to experience these stories in the company of fellow moviegoers, right here in your city. Grab your tickets, plan your perfect night out, and make the most of what Brisbane’s big screens have to offer. See you at the movies!

Creative Fix: What’s On for Brisbane Art Lovers 1–3 August 2025

Whether you’re into expressive exhibitions, intimate jazz, live art in the streets, or vibrant cultural showcases, Brisbane’s got something special this weekend. From thought-provoking theatre to dazzling burlesque and bold installations, we’ve gathered the most exciting picks for art lovers of all kinds. Plan your creative escape from 1 to 3 August.

WEST BRISBANE

Flood Relief Concert | Kelsey Giarola & the Brisbane Citizens’ Concert Band under the baton of Adrian Head
Kenmore Anglican Church
2 August 2025
A fundraising concert hosted by the Rotary Club of Kenmore for the benefit of the Rotary Districts 9620 and 9560 Western QLD Flood Appeal
Get Tickets

SOUTH BRISBANE

Art and Dementia Program | Community Program Younger Onset Dementia
Queensland Art Gallery & Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA)
1 August 2025
A guided, low-pressure art experience for those living with younger onset dementia.
Get Tickets

Clancestry: Electric Fields With Queensland Symphony Orchestra
Concert Hall, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
2 August 2025
An electrifying blend of First Nations electronic music and orchestral grandeur.
Get Tickets

Live Art at Clancestry
Fish Lane Town Square
2 August 2025
A vibrant fusion of public art and culture in the laneways of Fish Lane.
Get Tickets

Amy Lehpamer and Steve Russell – Amy Lehpamer Sings Cole Porter (rescheduled)
Opera Queensland Studio
1–2 August 2025
Beloved musical theatre star Amy Lehpamer performs timeless Cole Porter classics.
Get Tickets

Clancestry: Illume
Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
1–9 August 2025
Bangarra Dance Theatre’s evocative new work explores identity, light, and legacy.
Get Tickets

Clancestry: Weaving Workshops
Playhouse Lounge – QPAC
2 August 2025
Learn traditional weaving techniques and the cultural stories behind them.
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Danie Mellor: marru | the unseen visible
Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA)
15 March – 3 August 2025
An immersive exploration of Country, memory, and First Nations cosmology.
Get Tickets

Melissa J Harvey: The Guardians
Parker Contemporary
Ends 2 August 2025
A collection of soft sculpture and textile guardians representing strength and watchfulness.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Lyric Theatre, QPAC
Until 10 August 2025
The legendary rock opera returns in a bold and contemporary QPAC production.
Get Tickets

WOOLLOONGABBA

Mx Burlesque
The Princess Theatre
2 August 2025
A dazzling display of sultry style, fierce energy, and high glamour as Australia’s finest burlesque artists battle for the coveted crown.
Get Tickets

Anywhere Festival: 10 Years
Brisbane Latvian Hall
2 August 2025
A bold retrospective celebrating a decade of Anywhere magic, featuring favourite acts, new collaborations, and unexpected twists.
Get Tickets

Anywhere Fat Girl
Leonard Street Studios
1 – 3 August 2025
A darkly funny solo theatre piece exploring food, control, identity and femininity — raw, physical, hilarious.
Get Tickets

FORTITUDE VALLEY

The New Millennium: 2001 to Now
Institute of Modern Art
2 August 2025
A vibrant discussion and exhibition reflecting on key movements, works, and artists that shaped the 21st century in contemporary art.
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Anywhere Festival: Crow’s Nest
The Station Brisbane
1 – 3 August 2025
A gripping original performance exploring isolation, kinship and psychological terrain — an immersive Anywhere Festival experience.
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Arabella Walker: Echoed Ground
Outer Space
4 July – 2 August 2025
The final days to explore Walker’s poignant exhibition that investigates ecological memory and layered landscapes through mixed media.
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KANGAROO POINT

Caxton Street Jazz Band
Brisbane Jazz Club
1 August 2025
An evening of toe-tapping traditional jazz from one of Australia’s longest-running ensembles.
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Dan Bolton and Band
Brisbane Jazz Club
2 August 2025
Smooth vocals, original compositions, and a rich blend of swing, pop and soul from Dan Bolton and his band.
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The Late Shift Big Band
Brisbane Jazz Club
3 August 2025
A big, bold sound to close the weekend with jazz standards and brassy showstoppers.
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NEW FARM

Aquila
Brisbane Powerhouse
2 August 2025
A breathtaking fusion of classical ballet and contemporary storytelling.
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Anywhere Festival: Lamps Are Hot
The Townhouse, 404 Bowen Terrace
2 – 3 August 2025
Absurdist theatre meets hilarious chaos in this surreal Anywhere Festival gem.
Get Tickets

WEST END

Brisbane Baroque Players Concert
Thomas Dixon Centre
3 August 2025
An immersive celebration of 18th-century Baroque music by Brisbane’s finest period musicians.
Get Tickets

Bespoke
Thomas Dixon Centre
31 July – 9 August 2025
Queensland Ballet’s annual cutting-edge contemporary dance showcase.
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the churchie emerging art prize 2025
Metro Arts
26 July – 7 August 2025
An exhibition spotlighting the best of Australia’s next-gen contemporary artists.
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BOWEN HILLS

Danny Widdicombe and Trichotomy: Iridescence
The Old Museum
2 August 2025
An intimate album launch blending jazz, emotion, and improvisation.
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Emotive
The Old Museum
3 August 2025
A musical ensemble performance exploring deep emotional landscapes through sound.
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BRISBANE CITY

The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans
Grand on Ann
2 August 2025
Transport yourself to New Orleans with this immersive and soulful jazz journey.
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Cultural Fashion Showcase: Reimagining Multicultural Belonging and Innovation
Brisbane City Hall
3 August 2025
A vibrant celebration of fashion, culture, and diversity from all over the world.
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MANLY

Anywhere Festival: Sip Tap Toe Jazzy Brissy
Cafe La Mer
3 August 2025
A jazzy, toe-tapping afternoon at the seaside cafe as part of the Anywhere Festival.
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YERONGA

Anywhere Festival: Native Tongue
The Paint Factory Festival Hub
1–2 August 2025
A poetic and powerful spoken word performance exploring identity and voice.
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Anywhere Festival: Roll Up, Roll Up!
The Paint Factory Festival Hub
1–2 August 2025
A playful and surreal theatre show set under the festival big top.
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Anywhere Festival: Exocytosis
The Paint Factory Festival Hub
1–3 August 2025
A wild and interpretive dance experience with explosive physicality.
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Anywhere Festival: Buttercup and Venus: Cowkeepers Extraordinaire
The Paint Factory Festival Hub
1–3 August 2025
Comedic chaos ensues as two eccentric characters reimagine the life of cowkeepers.
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SEVEN HILLS

Parade – The Musical
Ron Hurley Theatre
18 July – 3 August 2025
A gripping and moving musical set in early 20th-century America. Final weekend!
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MT COOT-THA

Brisbane Sculpture Festival
Mt Coot-tha Botanic Gardens
16 July – 14 October 2025
Explore large-scale works and installations in a stunning outdoor garden setting.
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KELVIN GROVE

We’re All Gonna Die!
La Boite Theatre
30 July – 16 August 2025
Darkly funny and surprisingly tender, this production contemplates mortality through music and humour.
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With so much on, from cutting-edge performance to late-night jazz and festival vibes, there’s no excuse to stay in. Support local talent, discover something new, and let your inner art lover roam wild. Just don’t forget to book ahead, some of these shows will sell out.

Family Fun in Brisbane: What’s On This Weekend 1–3 August 2025

Looking for things to do with the kids or grandkids this weekend? Whether you’re up for lantern-lit magic, nostalgic outdoor movies, festive school fetes, or hands-on museum adventures, Brisbane’s family calendar is bursting with energy. Here’s your go-to guide for family-friendly fun across the city from Friday 1 to Sunday 3 August.

South Brisbane

LUMINOUS Lantern Parade
South Bank Parklands
1 August 2025
Watch the night come alive with glowing lanterns in this iconic community celebration of culture, inclusion, and hope.
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Sensory Friendly Event – Discovering Ancient Egypt
Queensland Museum Kurilpa
2 August 2025
This low-sensory experience offers a welcoming way to explore Ancient Egypt’s wonders — ideal for children with sensory sensitivities.
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Queensland State Jigsaw Puzzle Competition 2025
Brisbane State High School
3 August 2025
Kids and adults team up to test their puzzle powers at this brainy (and family-friendly) championship showdown.
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Runcorn

Runcorn Heights State School 50th Celebration
Runcorn Heights State School
1 August 2025
An afternoon of nostalgia, community pride, and fun-filled family activities celebrating 50 years of Runcorn Heights SS.
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Manly

Movies in the Park: The Karate Kid
Little Bayside Park
2 August 2025
Bring your picnic rug and enjoy a family favourite under the stars — it’s free, fun, and full of ‘80s heart.
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Manly Farmers Markets
Little Bayside Park (Road Reserve)
2 August 2025
Start your Saturday seaside with local produce, artisan foods, flowers, and friendly faces at this beloved bayside market.
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Coorparoo

Mt Carmel Fete
Mt Carmel Fete Grounds
3 August 2025
Rides, live music, sweet treats, and community spirit galore — the much-loved Mt Carmel Fete returns for another spectacular day.
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Hamilton

Tummy Tom: A New Friend for Tummy Tom – Limited Screenings
Dendy Cinemas Portside
1–3 August 2025
Perfect for littlies! Catch this sweet animated short about friendship, curiosity, and adventure — exclusive limited sessions.
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CatVideoFest
Dendy Cinemas Portside
2–3 August 2025
The ultimate joy ride of internet-famous felines returns! A purr-fect treat for cat lovers of all ages.
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Carina

Windrush Stables Playground Opening
Windrush Stables Playground
3 August 2025
Explore the brand-new play space for all ages — complete with activities, family fun, and fresh community vibes.
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Clayfield

On the Green 2025 featuring Kate Ceberano
Clayfield College Oval
3 August 2025
Pack your picnic! Enjoy live music, market stalls and community fun, headlined by Aussie music icon Kate Ceberano.
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Manly

Manly Creative Markets
Little Bayside Park
3 August 2025
Browse handmade treasures, art, food, and gifts by the water at this relaxed Sunday morning staple.
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Mitchelton

Mitchelton Farmers Markets
Blackwood St
3 August 2025
Start your Sunday early with farm-fresh produce, gourmet goods, coffee, flowers and food trucks.
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Various Locations (Brisbane-wide)

National Eosinophilic Week: Light Up for Eosinophilic Diseases
3–9 August 2025
Landmarks around Brisbane glow in solidarity for those affected by eosinophilic diseases — part of a week-long awareness campaign.
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Brisbane City

Enlightenment
Saint Stephen’s Cathedral
Now Showing until 27 September 2025
Step into a breathtaking immersive light and sound experience that blends spirituality and spectacle.
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From creative markets and cultural parades to puzzles, playgrounds, and peaceful light shows, Brisbane is buzzing with family-friendly energy. Whether you’re planning a full day out or a simple evening stroll, you’re bound to find something to love.

Brisbane’s Hottest Gigs & Events: What’s On This Weekend 1–3 August 2025

Looking for laughs, live music, or something a little unexpected this weekend? From blockbuster comedy tours and album launch parties to First Nations festivals, bouldering comps, and cosy Sunday sessions, Brisbane is turning it on for the first weekend of August.

South Brisbane

Clancestry: Biggest Mobs
Cremorne Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC)
1 August 2025
A powerful celebration of First Nations voices, stories, and music—uniting culture, community and country in this unmissable festival experience.
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Todd Kem – ‘End Of It All’ Tour
It’s Still A Secret
1 August 2025
Don’t miss this intimate stop of Todd Kem’s hauntingly poetic End Of It All tour.
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Urzila Carlson: You Don’t Say
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
1 – 7 August 2025
Global comedy superstar Urzila Carlson brings her sharp, side-splitting wit to Brisbane for a strictly limited run.
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Business & Beyond 2025
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
2 August 2025
A dynamic conference bridging leadership, innovation and global strategy—get inspired.
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Operation Smile Gala 2025
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
2 August 2025
A glamorous charity night raising funds for life-changing surgeries around the world.
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Planning For Play – Play Leadership in Diverse Settings
Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
2 August 2025
A half-day symposium empowering leaders to create safe and inclusive play environments.
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Mitch King “Paradise” Single Release Tour
It’s Still A Secret
2 August 2025
Roots rocker Mitch King brings his signature storytelling and powerful vocals to Brisbane.
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Fortitude Valley

Do Something
Big Fork Theatre
1 August 2025
An unpredictable sketch and improv mashup that dares you to laugh, think, and act.
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WIZZ ‘Otherside’ Single Release Show
Black Bear Lodge
1 August 2025
WIZZ hits the stage with raw energy and fierce new sounds to celebrate ‘Otherside.’
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What Would Lugs Do? ft. Suicide Country Hour, Peter Black (HardOns), Gentle Ben & His Shimmering Hands + MORE!
Crowbar Brisbane
1 August 2025
A genre-bending lineup of cult favourites, loud riffs, and underground grit.
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The Eagles Greatest Hits
The Tivoli
1 August 2025
Sing along to the timeless anthems of The Eagles, performed live with soaring harmonies.
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Anywhere Festival: She Works Hard For (No) Money
The Precinct
1 – 2 August 2025
A sharp, satirical comedy performance highlighting the grind of working-class creatives—part of Brisbane’s iconic Anywhere Festival.
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Saturday Night Comedy: An Improvised Musical from the Tuning Forks
Big Fork Theatre
2 August 2025
Musical theatre meets comedy chaos in this fully improvised night of wild hilarity.
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FELONY – ‘Midnight Money’ Tour
Black Bear Lodge
2 August 2025
Get gritty with FELONY’s underground energy as the rising rock act hits Brisbane on their explosive national tour.
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Dope Lemon – The Golder Wolf Tour
The Fortitude Music Hall
2 August 2025
Angus Stone’s swagger-soaked alter ego is back with psychedelic grooves and mellow magic.
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The VANNS ‘All That’s In My Head’ Album Launch Party
Crowbar Brisbane
2 August 2025
Celebrate the new album drop with The VANNS at this high-energy, sweaty singalong night.
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The Australian Pantera Show
Crowbar Brisbane
2 August 2025
Get loud with a brutal tribute to one of metal’s most legendary bands—Pantera!
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The Grogans ‘Stagger’ Tour w/ Caitlin Harnett & The Pony Boys and Platonic Sex
The Tivoli
2 August 2025
Garage rock energy and surfy vibes from one of Australia’s most dynamic touring acts.
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Austin Mackay – Chasing the Wheel Tour
The Brightside
2 August 2025
Singer-songwriter charm meets indie-folk rhythms in this heartfelt new tour.
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LA LA Saturday’s ft POOLCLVB
La La Land Brisbane
2 August 2025
Kick off your long weekend with slick house beats and tropical dancefloor vibes.
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Sunday Roast ft. Brisbane comedian Chris Martin & his funny mates
Big Fork Theatre
3 August 2025
Comedy gets saucy in this roast-style Sunday night showdown hosted by Chris Martin.
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Get It Inya: Experimental Sketch Comedy
Big Fork Theatre
3 August 2025
Bizarre, bold and bloody hilarious—come witness Brisbane’s most original comedy troupe.
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Sunday Social w/ Porcelain & Good Luck Karma Keg
Black Bear Lodge
3 August 2025
Wrap up your weekend with mellow grooves, cold drinks and feel-good Sunday vibes.
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The Royals – Man In The Khaki Hat Single Launch
Crowbar Brisbane
3 August 2025
Join The Royals as they unleash their newest single with gritty rock and gritty charm.
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Jeremy Piven
The Tivoli
3 August 2025
The Emmy-winning Entourage star brings his razor-sharp stand-up tour to Brisbane for one hilarious night only.
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The Lost Heads Club Present ‘Better Lover’
The Brightside
3 August 2025
An electric new single gets its launch party—expect bold indie-rock, chaos, and cult vibes.
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Newstead

Cowboy C*untry with Kath Ebbs
The Triffid
1 August 2025
Dust off your boots for a queer country dance night hosted by Kath Ebbs—giddy up guaranteed.
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One Direction: 15th Anniversary Party
The Triffid
2 August 2025
Celebrate 1D’s milestone with a fan-fuelled night of nostalgia and non-stop hits.
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Paddington

Comedy Allsorts: Fiona Mcgray, Peter James, Sandeep Totlani, Andrew Dawson, Angela Greensill
The Sit Down Comedy Club
1 August 2025
A side-splitting night of quick wit, sharp stand-up, and vibrant comedy chemistry.
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Saturday Double Feature: Jack Knight, Kat Davidson
The Sit Down Comedy Club
2 August 2025
A night of stand-up magic featuring two of Brisbane’s sharpest and sassiest comics.
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Chandler

DIONELA “The Grace World Tour”
Chandler Theatre
1 August 2025
The Filipino pop sensation lands in Brisbane for one night only on The Grace World Tour.
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Woolloongabba

The Fabulous Caprettos
The Princess Theatre
1 August 2025
A night of legendary Aussie rock with a powerhouse supergroup of beloved musicians.
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West End

SCARPA Boulderfest 2025
Urban Climb
2 August 2025
Australia’s premier indoor bouldering competition returns with epic climbs and high energy.
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Coorparoo

Bellissimo Coffee 15th Birthday Open House
Bellissimo Coffee
2 August 2025
Celebrate 15 years of award-winning roasts, community, and free coffee tastings all day long.
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Petrie Terrace

The Silver Spurs – “The Final Showdown”
Lefty’s Music Hall
2 August 2025
Country western meets rockabilly heat in this climactic farewell performance.
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Clayfield

On the Green featuring Kate Ceberano
Clayfield College
3 August 2025
An afternoon of music, family fun, and gourmet eats headlined by the iconic Kate Ceberano.
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Kenmore

Flood Relief Concert
Kenmore Anglican Church
3 August 2025
Support Queensland communities with a heartfelt concert featuring local performers.
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That’s a wrap on Brisbane’s jam-packed weekend lineup! Whether you’re heading to a tribute show at The Tivoli, diving into sketch comedy at Big Fork, or chilling at Sunday Social with a drink in hand, there’s no shortage of good times across the city. Bookmark this guide, grab your tickets early, and make it a weekend to remember.