Here’s What’s Hot & Happening In Brisbane This Weekend

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By Victoria Lewis | 30th April 2025

Hurrah! If you can believe it, we have another long weekend coming up, which means the endlessly exciting (and daunting) job of having to fill three whole days of downtime. Not up to the task? That’s where we come in!

After you’ve hit the voting polls this Saturday (sorry to remind you) and rewarded yourself with a sizzling snag, make the most of your weekend with our curated guide to Brisbane’s hottest events. Only the latest. Only the greatest.

Why not get out on the town and head to a country music festival for some boot scootin’ fun, or even find some new boots made for walking at a DJ-fuelled designer racksale? Wherever this weekend is calling you to, we’ve got the plans and you’ve got the crew.

Weekend fun = sorted.

Town and Country Festival at Regatta Hotel | All Weekend

A free country music festival is coming to the big city this weekend! Featuring over 20 top-notch performers from the country music scene, including Max Jackson, Melody Moko, and Jarrad Wrigley, Regatta Hotel will go from an iconic riverside destination to an all-out country lovin’ haven from 2nd to 4th May. With pop-up bars, delicious food stalls, games, and non-stop live entertainment, there’s something for every cowboy and cowgirl. This ain’t The Regatta Hotel’s first rodeo – so you better believe they’re goin’ all out. Dust off your boots and hit the d-floor for some line dancing and side-step shuffling that’ll have you hollerin’ for more. Yeehaw!

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Brisbane Comedy Festival | All Weekend

The Brisbane Comedy Festival has officially arrived back in town with its signature lineup of Australia’s funniest faces, as well as some new kids on the block ready to get the punchlines kicking. You can also expect interactive performances, theatre improv, and even wine tasting. There is no time like the present to secure your tickets for what is sure to be a sellout affair. As Queensland’s funniest event, the program is chock-a-block with comedians to help you get your giggle on across the city’s iconic venues of the Brisbane Powerhouse, The Tivoli, The Princess Theatre, and The Fortitude Music Hall.

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Dickies Warehouse Sale | All Weekend

Trust us, this never happens. This weekends your chance to score a serious bargain because nothing is over $50 at the Dickies warehouse sale in Brisbane! From 8am to 3pm all weekend, find samples, clearance, and overstock items from your favourite utility pants brand, and all for up to 80% off! Gear up because Santa Cruz and other independent brands will also be joining this cracking sale, and with cash or card accepted, it’s goodbye savings and hello new wardrobe. Be there, or be square!

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Candyland Putt Putt at Victoria Park | All Weekend

Think of it as ‘the sweet escape’ from a quiet weekend at home. There’s nothing to keep the whole family entertained better than a little healthy competition – tee up and try your luck with a round at Candyland Putt Putt. In the mood for a sweet treat? After a round of fun, treat the family to some delicious candy-themed delights at the Victoria Park Bistro, open daily until late. There is plenty to keep you and the kids busy at Victoria Park, from giant board games to beginner golf lessons – see you there!

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Blanc de Blanc Encore | All Weekend

This cheeky, Gatsby-inspired cabaret show has been dazzling Brisbane audiences since its arrival at The West End Electric late last year. So if you’ve been wanting to indulge in some sophisticated debauchery, stop waiting and grab those tickets! We promise – you’re truly in for a memorable night (to say the least…).

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Rise & Rave Rack Sale | Saturday 3rd May

Rise and rave Brisbane-ites – a riverside coffee party is brewing! One of Brisbane’s hottest brunch spots, Rise Bakery, and the Breakfast Creek Lifestyle Precinct are collaborating for this Saturday’s Rise & Rave event. Joined by live beats from a local DJ and a designer rack sale from The Curated Market, start on the right side of the weekend, spending time shopping for pre-loved designer bargains, artisan coffee in hand, and boogieing the morning away! From 9am to 12pm, expect bangin’ tunes, great secondhand designer finds, and even greater caffeine hits. Plus, it’s free entry – mornings never looked (or sounded) this good!

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Mother’s Day Handmade Market | Saturday 3rd May

So you’ve got your Mother’s Day plans sorted, now it’s time to find her a gift. If you were hoping to spoil Mum with a thoughtful, handmade treasure this year, but ran out of time to make one from scratch, head to the Brisbane Museum Whale Mall this Saturday for a Mother’s Day Handmade Market. From 10am to 3pm, you’ll find an incredible line-up of local makers serving up everything from jewellery and ceramics to art, fashion, and homewares – so you’ll be sure to find something for Mum that’s as one-of-a-kind as she is.

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Drawing Festival at Queensland Art Gallery | Sunday 4th May

Embrace your inner Andy Warhol this Sunday with the Queensland Art Gallery’s unmissable one-day Drawing Festival. Rekindle your childhood love of drawing or tap into that creative side of yours with artist-led workshops, pop-up drawing spots, and live demos from 10am to 5pm! Whether you’re a beginner or a drawing enthusiast, you too will get to see your artwork displayed in the gallery. All materials are provided, so all you have to do is show up and scribble your stress away!

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