The Coolest Things Happening This Weekend In & Around Brisbane
the weekend is calling
By Victoria Lewis | 21st August 2026If your group chat is asking, “What are we doing this weekend?” you’ve come to the right place.
Winter is here, but Brisbane’s social calendar isn’t slowing down for anyone. From Night Feast to archive sales, plenty is happening across the city and beyond this weekend. Whether you’re in the mood for a road trip, a long lunch, a little retail therapy, or simply an excuse to leave the house, these are the events and experiences worth knowing about.
Here’s what’s on in Brisbane this weekend.
Celebrate the opening of new watering hole Neighbour
Head to Gasworks today for the grand opening of Range Brewing’s brand-new venue Neighbour. Setting the scene for chill after-work drinks or vibey catch-ups with your crew, this new venue balances elevated design and a laid-back, quintessentially Queensland energy. You can make your booking now, or try your luck for a walk-in spot; either way, your new local is now officially brewing.
What: Neighbour by Range is officially open When: All weekend Where: Gasworks Plaza, Newstead
Pilates in the park for a good cause
Pil Lattés social club is hosting its signature Pilates in the park this Sunday, except this time it’s for a great cause. Partnering with Share the Dignity, Pil Lattés is encouraging you to roll out your mats to fight period poverty in Australia, an issue that all too many people who get periods face every month. Simply register for the free event, wear pink, white, or red, and bring along a period care product to donate on the morning (just make sure it’s new and in its original packaging), and sweat it out to create some positive change in the community.
What: Pil Lattés x Share The Dignity Pilates in the park When: Sunday 23 August, 7am arrival for 7:30am class Where: New Farm Park
A stacked weekend of music, markets, and art at Echo & Bounce
Woolloongabba’s fave multi-purpose community hub Echo & Bounce is really putting on a show this weekend. Start with a Friday night ramen before live music upstairs in the loft. On Saturday, they’re hosting a fundraiser complete with speed dating, music, food, and raffle prizes, followed by an evening of chill music headlined by local artists, with, of course, an upstairs rave to cap off the evening. Then, on Sunday, enjoy their signature artists and makers market with Joy and Whimsy. Honestly, if you’re stuck for plans this weekend, Echo & Bounce is the place to be.
What: Echo & Bounce’s weekend events and gigs When: All weekend, check out the full program here Where: Echo & Bounce, 596 Stanley St, Woolloongabba
Eat ’til your heart’s content at Night Feast’s last weekend
With An Expanded Program of food, art, and after-dark antics, Night Feast returns to the Powerhouse for another year. This free-to-enter open-air night market boasts specialised culinary offerings from some of our city’s finest institutions including AUNTY, Clarence, Blackbird, Norté, Pilloni, The 203, and Central. Beyond the plate, Night Feast 2026 boasts a stellar line-up of art installations and live performances to round out the program, including a moody listening lounge, a striking sculptural installation, and an interactive see-saw.
What: Night Feast 2026 When: 29 July – 23 August 2026 Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, 119 Lamington St, New Farm Times: Wed–Fri 4.30pm–9pm, Sat 4pm–9pm, Sun 3pm–8pm Tickets: Free entry, with food and drink available for purchase.
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 Friday
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, the best things to do in and around Brisbane this weekend. Whether you’re after a long lunch, a road trip, a little retail therapy, or something completely different, we’ve got your plans covered.
For even more inspiration, check out our guide to the best things to do in Brisbane year-round. See you out there.
