What’s Hot & Happening This Weekend In & Around Brisbane
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By Style Journos | 22nd May 2026Lost for weekend plans? We have found what’s on in Brisbane this weekend, so you don’t have to. We are here to disprove those who say Brisbane is boring, rounding up the coolest events this happening city has to offer. Right now, we are experiencing some sub-25-degree temperatures, which means cooler mornings, crisp evenings, and every excuse to trade in staying home for something a little more social. It’s the season of morning markets, fashion pop-ups, and making plans that carry the party from day into night. So rally the group chat, lock something in, and make it count.
Here’s what’s worth stepping out for this weekend in and around Brisbane.
MOULD x PINOT PALOOZA
There are few pleasures in life greater than wine and cheese – and this weekend, Brisbane has a whole festival dedicated to the iconic duo. MOULD x PINOT PALOOZA returns to the John Reid Pavilion at Brisbane Showgrounds, transforming the space into a full-blown foodie paradise for one weekend only. Wander from stall to stall sampling the finest cheese and wine Australia and beyond have to offer, explore dedicated bars pouring carefully curated drops, and meet the artisanal makers behind some of the most exceptional bites in the country.
What: MOULD X PINOT PALOOZA When: Friday, 22 May at 5PM until Sunday, 24 May at 3PM Where: John Reid Pavilion at Brisbane Showgrounds Tickets: Available here
Katharina Lou Pop-Up
Cult-fave Melbourne fashion label Katharina Lou is bringing their beloved designs to Brisbane for just six, plaid-filled days. Stocking brand new, Brisbane-exclusive styles, as well as restocks of their core, sold-out pieces, it’s the perfect time to try on the pieces you’ve been eyeing off online for months. Hosted at Queen’s Wharf from Saturday until Thursday, gather up the girls and get in quick, because in the wise words of Katharina Lou, it’s time to dress the f**k up.
What: Katharina Lou pop-up shop When: Saturday, 23 – Thursday, 28 May from 10AM – 6PM Where: Queen’s Wharf, Brisbane
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Sanctuary Cove’s glamorous International Boat Show is back this weekend, transforming the marina into a waterfront playground for boat lovers and curious onlookers alike. Running Thursday to Sunday, this four-day showcase draws over 45,000 attendees and brings together more than 300 boats, from towering superyachts to sleek luxury cruisers, alongside premium dining, Champagne-filled beach club sessions, and cutting-edge marine technology. With family-friendly activities, roaming entertainment, and exclusive wine tastings rounding out the program, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show is a spectacular day out, whether you’re a seasoned captain or simply along for the ride.
What: Sanctuary Cove Boat Show When: Thursday, 21 – Sunday, 24 May from 9.30AM – 3.30PM Where: 1 Masthead Way, Hope Island Tickets: Available here
Soulfull Tribe x LUMA Gelato
What: Soulfull Tribe x LUMA Gelato collab When: Saturday, 23 – Sunday, 24 May from 10AM while stocks last Where: LUMA Gelato, Mooloolaba Esplanade
Free Pilates in the park
In collaboration with LSKD, Grove Juice, Jane Scrolls, and Sodii Hydration, local studio Pilates Localè is hosting a free class in the park. This is a community event where everyone is welcome (even furry friends) to get their sweat on in the open air, with a few special treats sprinkled in along the way. Register your spot and automatically go in the draw to win an exciting mystery gift from LSKD Carindale that will be drawn at the beginning of class. Plus, Sodii Hydration and Grove Juice will keep you refreshed throughout the morning, and delicious treats courtesy of Jane Scrolls will be the sweetest post-workout pick-me-up. If there’s one reason to get your early-morning workout in this Saturday, it’s this.
What: Pilates Localè free classes in the park When: Saturday, 23 May, 8:30AM Where: Pilates Localè, Cooparoo Register: Secure your spot here
Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side Of The Moon Experience at the Planetarium
What: Pink Floyd’s The Dark Side Of The Moon experience When: Sunday, 24 May at 3PM Where: Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium, Mt Coot-tha Tickets: Available here
GOMA Friday Nights are relaunching this week, and that means your post-work plans are officially sorted. Step inside the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art after dark for exclusive access to Olafur Eliasson: Presence, where immersive light and colour installations transform the gallery into a sensory playground. Paired with a moody vinyl listening bar, local DJs, pop-up performances around the gallery, and Japanese-inspired cocktails, this is far from your average gallery visit. Tickets are priced from $30 for adults and $20 for children.
What: GOMA Friday Nights: Presence: Presence When: Every Friday from May 1 – June 26, 5:30PM – 8:30PM Where: GOMA, Stanley Place, South Brisbane Tickets: Available here
Brisbane Comedy Festival
Up for a laugh? Don’t let the woes of winter get you down. Instead, round up your crew for endless nights of side-splitting humour at Brisbane Comedy Festival. Comedy greats from near and far are descending upon Brisbane Powerhouse and other iconic Brisbane venues – quick wit and all – setting the stage for flushed cheeks, schoolgirl-like giggles, and some seriously good old-fashioned LOLs.
What: Brisbane Comedy Festival When: Until 24 May Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, Dendy Powerhouse, The Fortitude Music Hall
Central 中環 Dim Sum Club
Stuck for Saturday plans? Central is serving up a bottomless underground lunch party and it’s seriously delicious. Dim sum meets disco at Central’s long lunch banquet ($59pp) that combines traditional Cantonese flavours with bottomless iced tea and specialty cocktails. Arrive for lunch, then linger until the disco ball drops at 2PM for the perfect way to greet your Saturday night.
What:Dim Sum Club When: Every Saturday, from 12PM Where: Central 中環, 340 Queen St, Brisbane City
ClubHaus Fridays
For those of us wishing we could summer in Italy all year round, Fridays at Greenhaus from 4PM onwards are the perfect way to indulge Euro-style. Settle in at the ideal spot for that much-anticipated end-of-week debrief (because dropping gossip over some Aperols and a plate of olives has never sounded like a bad idea).
What:ClubHaus Fridays
When: Fridays, 4PM Where: Greenhaus Coffee, 29 Doggett St, Teneriffe
Funk You Fridays
Funk your Friday at the Alligator Club, one of Brisbane’s best-kept secrets. They’re bringing energetic live music – funk, soul, and more – to keep the drinks flowing and the party grooving well into the night. P.S. Standing still is absolutely not allowed.
What:Funk You Friday When: Fridays, 5PM Where: The Alligator Club, Warner Lane, 8 Warner St, Fortitude Valley
So there you have it, these are the best things to do in Brisbane this weekend. Which weekend event is taking your fancy? Whether you’re seeking something more chill or ready to get the party started, whichever way you want to spend your weekend, we’re here for you and the crew. For more always-on weekend plans, check out our guide here.
