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What's on in Brisbane tonight

Here's what's on in Brisbane tonight from 5pm, then the rest of the week, from Brisbane City Council's calendar. It refreshes every morning. Tonight there are 2 events.

WILD ABANDON by Seán Dowling, Ian Lawson, and Merlynn Tong
WILD ABANDON by Seán Dowling, Ian Lawson, and Merlynn Tong · Photo: Brisbane City Council

Tonight and this week, from 5pm

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What's on in Brisbane tonight?

The list at the top of this page shows events starting at 5pm or later: tonight first, then the other evenings this week, soonest first. Free events are marked. Kids' sessions stay off it.

Weeknights usually have the most: library talks, craft circles, open mic nights and outdoor fitness classes. Tap any event for its times, place and booking details.

Weekend nights

The council lists far fewer events on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights, because most of its weekend events happen in the daytime. For Saturday and Sunday, see what's on in Brisbane this weekend and free things to do in Brisbane this weekend.

Going on your own?

Most evening events suit someone turning up alone: you sit in a circle, take a class or listen to a talk. Our guide to things to do alone in Brisbane has more ideas.

Questions people ask

What's on in Brisbane tonight?

This page lists events starting at 5pm or later tonight from Brisbane City Council's calendar, refreshed every morning, then the rest of the week's evenings. Weeknights usually have library talks, community events and outdoor fitness classes.

Are there free things to do in Brisbane tonight?

Often, yes. Free events are marked on the list. In the week of 9 to 15 November 2026, 26 of the 50 evening events on the council's calendar were free.

Why are there fewer events on weekend nights?

Most council events on weekends happen in the daytime. For Saturday and Sunday, see what's on in Brisbane this weekend.

Updated . Event listings and photos from Brisbane City Council (CC BY 4.0), refreshed every morning.

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