Brisbane hosts a lively mix of live music, comedy and cultural events this weekend from 20 – 22 March 2026. Across venues from Fortitude Valley to South Brisbane, audiences can explore things to do including international concerts, stand-up comedy, theatre performances and festival celebrations, offering a variety of weekend events for music lovers and night-time entertainment seekers.
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20 March 2026 | Big Fork Theatre, Fortitude Valley
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This improvised comedy show brings quick-thinking performers and audience suggestions together for an unpredictable night of laughter at one of Brisbane’s well-known improv venues.
Elephant Sessions
20 March 2026 | Black Bear Lodge, Fortitude Valley
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Scottish band Elephant Sessions blend traditional folk instrumentation with contemporary electronic rhythms in an energetic live performance.
Meg Mac – It’s My Party National Theatre Tour
20 March 2026 | Powerhouse Theatre, New Farm
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Australian singer-songwriter Meg Mac performs songs from her catalogue alongside new material in a theatre-style concert setting.
Big Time Rush – In Real Life Worldwide
20 March 2026 | Riverstage, Brisbane City
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Pop group Big Time Rush return to Australia with their In Real Life Worldwide tour, performing fan favourites and newer releases in an outdoor riverside venue.
Born Of Osiris + Signs Of The Swarm
20 March 2026 | The Brightside (Outdoors), Fortitude Valley
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Metalcore band Born of Osiris headline this heavy music show alongside deathcore group Signs of the Swarm.
Pacific Avenue
20 March 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley
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Australian indie rock band Pacific Avenue perform a headline show featuring upbeat guitar tracks and recent releases.
On The Banks: Maoli
20 March 2026 | Cultural Forecourt, South Brisbane
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Hawaiian reggae band Maoli perform as part of the On The Banks concert series at South Bank’s outdoor cultural precinct.
Sam Alfred
20 March 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley
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Electronic music producer Sam Alfred brings a night of melodic house and dance rhythms to the historic Tivoli venue.
Keli Holiday Presents Capital Fiction
20 March 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead
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Musician Keli Holiday performs material from the Capital Fiction project with an atmospheric blend of indie and electronic influences.
The Brazilian Carnival 2026
21 March 2026 | Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills
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This Brazilian cultural festival features live music, dance performances and traditional food in a vibrant carnival-style celebration.
Emma Zammit | Good Grief [Redux]
21 March 2026 | Good Chat Comedy Club, Petrie Terrace
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Comedian Emma Zammit presents a refreshed version of her stand-up show exploring personal stories through humour.
The Brian Jonestown Massacre
21 March 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley
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Psychedelic rock band The Brian Jonestown Massacre return to Brisbane with a live performance featuring songs from across their long-running catalogue.
The Chris Cornell Collection – A Tribute To The Voice Of A Generation
21 March 2026 | The Back Room, Annerley
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This tribute performance celebrates the music of Chris Cornell, featuring songs from Soundgarden, Audioslave and his solo work.
The Hits Of Cliff Richard & The British Superstars
22 March 2026 | Concert Hall, South Brisbane
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This concert presentation revisits classic British pop hits including songs made famous by Cliff Richard and other artists from the era.
Babymetal
22 March 2026 | Riverstage, Brisbane City
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Japanese band Babymetal combine heavy metal instrumentation with pop vocals and choreography in a distinctive live performance.
Eivør
22 March 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba
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Faroese singer-songwriter Eivør performs a blend of Nordic folk and atmospheric music in a theatre setting.
Lloyd Cole
22 March 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley
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British singer-songwriter Lloyd Cole performs songs spanning his career, including material from his early band years and solo releases.
Brisbane’s venues host a wide range of weekend events from international concerts and tribute shows to comedy performances and cultural festivals, giving audiences several ways to experience the city’s live entertainment scene.