Things to Do in Brisbane

Catch all the upcoming AFL matches at The Gabba in the months ahead!

Kick start the Festival at the glittering Fortitude Music Hall and witness an all-star line-up of international and Australian comedians. 

The highly anticipated 2025 Ampol State of Origin Series is set to kick off at Brisbane’s iconic Suncorp Stadium, the spiritual home of the Maroons, on Wednesday, May 28. Following the thrilling conclusion of the 2024 series, fans can expect another epic showdown as Queensland and New South Wales reignite their historic rivalry.

The Professional Bull Riders Monster Energy Tour brings the most fierce rivalry in Australian sport to the dirt.

Known for her dazzling live performances, Katy Perry returns to the stage after six years to deliver an unforgettable concert experience.

This must-see musical features one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus.

Australia is set to host the world’s most eagerly awaited Rugby Union tour for the first time in 12 years. Witness the British & Irish Lions take on the Queensland Reds at Suncorp Stadium before clashing with the Australian Wallabies in a showdown like no other.

Five-time ARIA and four-time GRAMMY Award winner Keith Urban returns to Australia for his highly anticipated HIGH AND ALIVE WORLD TOUR.

Mark your diary for the most spectacular night of the year as Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust heralds the start of Brisbane Festival on Saturday 6 September.

GRAMMY-nominated multi-Platinum artist Teddy Swims announces his return to Australia and New Zealand this October 2025. Proudly presented by Frontier Touring, the forthcoming tour will see Swims perform in the largest arenas he’s ever played in both countries, joined on stage by his electrifying live band, Freak Freely.

After a successful, sold-out national tour in 2024 and keeping his promise to return, James Blunt has revealed the dates for his Back to Bedlam 2025 Australian tour

Australia, get ready for the unparalleled energy and passion of music icon Ricky Martin as he announces his highly anticipated return this November 2025., with special Guest Rita Ora!

Get ready for an electrifying night with Metallica as they bring their legendary rock anthems to Suncorp Stadium. With iconic hits like “Enter Sandman,” “Master of Puppets,” and “Nothing Else Matters,” Metallica’s high-energy performance will leave you on the edge of your seat. Don’t miss your chance to see one of the greatest rock bands of all time in action!

GRAMMY Award-winning Australia electronic three-piece RÜFÜS DU SOL will bring their genre defining live show home to Australian shores in 2025. Fresh off the release of their fifth album, Inhale / Exhale, the global stars are set to deliver an unforgettable experience.