The November Event Guide to What’s on in Brisbane Today, Tomorrow & Beyond
The Sitchu scoop on the best events in November is here! Find out what’s on in Brisbane by scrolling through our jam-packed events guide.
Spring has sprung (although sometimes it feels like we’ve skipped straight to summer…), but October has exploded onto the Brisbane scene like a vibrant display of fireworks.
Whether you’re getting spooky for Halloween, thinking about Christmas or just taking it one day at a time, there’s plenty on the agenda to make anyone’s day.
There’s an eclectic night food festival, immersive sensory experiences, and a food and wine show that will take your taste buds on a journey of a lifetime.
Scroll on and discover what’s on in Brisbane this month and beyond!
What's on in Brisbane This Month - Eat & Drink
Dinner With Tony Tan at Supernormal
Legendary food writer and chef Tony Tan will grace Brisbane with a delicious foodie event that is not to be missed this month in Brisbane.
Celebrating the launch of his new cookbook, Tony Tan’s Cooking Class, this one-night-only pop-up event will host Tony tableside in a Q&A format, whilst Supernormal executive chef Jason Barratt and his team prepare a four-course menu of dishes from the cookbook.
From $120 per person
Thursday 21st November
Supernormal, 443 Queen Street, Brisbane City
PATRON X MAYA Mexican Moonlight Takeover Event
Dance under the Moonlight this month, with MAYA’s brand new summer event in partnership with Patron el Alto. Available exclusively at MAYA, you can sample this masterfully aged, premium tequila for the first time in Australia.
Aussie sister DJ duo KINDER will be in session for the debut event, after touring with artists like Marshmello and Elderbrook. Hit the dancefloor as they combine their primal beats with deep lyrical themes to deliver absolute vibes on this rooftop oasis.
Launch night Friday 22nd November, Moonlight sessions every Friday from 6pm
Maya Mexican, 757 Ann Street, Fortitude Valley
MOULD X PINOT PALOOZA: Brisbane 2024
Nothing goes together quite like wine and cheese, and you can experience the best of both worlds at the Mould x Pinot Palooza double-headliner festival this November! After selling out in May, this event is not to be missed and comes at the perfect time to start getting inspired for your festive spreads.
Your ticket includes all wine tastings, a wine glass, a custom wine tote bag and a cooler bag for your cheese!
From $55 per person
Friday 15 November to Saturday 16 November
Brisbane Showgrounds, 600 Gregory Terrace, Bowen Hills
Whispering Angel Spring Rose Garden
Customs House knows how to throw a party! And by party, we mean an elegant riverside affair, with Whispering Angel flowing and table settings adorned with pretty pink roses.
Just head down to this beautiful part of Brisbane’s CBD and enjoy their signature Moreton Bay Bug croissants, nibbles, handcrafted cocktails and of course some Whispering Angel rose!
Be sure to dress in your best pink outfit for the ultimate Instagram pic or new seasonal DP.
Customs House, 399 Queen Sreet, Brisbane
What's on in Brisbane: Health & Wellness
Feel Good Program
Shake off the winter blues with a free outdoor fitness program that will get your blood pumping!
South Bank is partnering with Goodlife Health Clubs to bring 12 classes per week that suit a range of abilities.
The series kicks off with a launch event on Saturday 5th October from 7am to 11:30am with freebies, coffee, a smoothie cart and more.
Free admission
Saturday 5 October to Saturday 7 December
Flowstate & the Boat Pool, South Bank Parklands
What’s on in Brisbane This Month - Art & Culture
New Light: Photography Now + Then
Arriving at the Museum of Brisbane in August, New Light: Photography Now + Then offers a curation of past and present photography from the museum’s most prolific archive, the Elliott Collection.
Catapulting the past perspectives into present day, are images from local photographers and image makers, offering a juxtaposition that will spark wonder and amazement at the change our city has seen.
Sitchu Tip: The Elliott Collection showcases the work of an amateur photographer by the name of Alfred Henrie Elliott, whose black and white photography was found preserved in cedar cigar boxes under a Red Hill home in 1983.
Free admission
From Saturday 17th August 2024
Museum of Brisbane, Level 3, City Hall
Discovering Ancient Egypt
Step back in time at the Queensland Museum this month and explore mysteries, art and rituals from ancient times. The Discovering Ancient Egypt exhibition has just arrived from the Dutch National Museum of Antiquities and offers a peek into the culture, daily life and beliefs practised in ancient Egypt.
Explore 3D light projections of the Temple of Taffeh, sculptures, Book of the Dead scrolls, jewellery, artwork and so much more.
Friday 25 October
Level 3 Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Grey Street &, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane
Titanic: The Human Story
Following sold-out sessions in London, New York and DC, Titanic: The Human Story is coming to Brisbane!
Discover the human stories of the Titanic passengers by exploring personal possessions, photographs and relics both from people aboard, and from the ship itself. You’ll also get to view a recreation of the ship’s interior, from the first-class suites to the humble third-class cabins.
From $39 per person
Wednesdays to Sundays, 10:00am to 6:00pm
Level Q, Uptown, 91 Queen Street, Brisbane
WICKED – The Untold True Story of the Witches of Oz
The utterly iconic WICKED returns to Brisbane this month, bringing the award-winning and three-time Tony Award-winning show to musical theatre lovers.
WICKED tells the tale of the witches in the Land of Oz before Dorothy twirled in on her tornado.
This Broadway musical classic is a must-do when making plans this month, showing the unlikely friendship between a fiery young woman born with emerald skin and popular bubbly blonde.
From $75 per person
Until Sunday 17 November
QPAC Lyric Theatre, Grey Street, South Brisbane
What’s on in Brisbane This Month - Fun & Festivals
RuPaul’s Drag Race: Slay Belles
RuPaul’s Drag Race queens are set to slay the house down in this holiday event packed with jingling bells and all things holly jolly Christmas! Featuring some of your favourite queens from the show like Coco Jumbo, Kitty Scott Claus, Lemon, Tessa Testicle and Karen From Finance, this drag extravaganza will bring their very own glam brand of Christmas cheer to the Princess Theatre this month.
From $107 per person
Sunday 17th November
8 Annerley Road, Woolloongabba
The Enchanted Garden
The Enchanted Garden returns to bring pure magic to the magical Roma Street Gardens. With thousands of sparkling lights studded against the gorgeous natural backdrop of the gardens, you’ll follow a self-guided exploration of the parklands and enjoy interactive projection mappings, holograms and lasers, with an exciting new display for 2024.
From $7 per person
Friday 22nd November to Saturday 21st December
1 Parkland Boulevard, Brisbane City
Darkfield & Maho Magic Bar
Enter a dark and mysterious world this month in Brisbane, as Darkfield makes its long-awaited return to our river city.
Featuring the fan-favourite Darkfield experiences SÉANCE and FLIGHT, 360-degree multisensory experiences housed in shipping containers, there’s even more to experience this time. Not for the claustrophobic, these immersive sonic performances challenge your senses and take you on a journey into other realms.
Popular Japanese immersive magic show Maho Magic Bar will also be in session alongside Darkfield’s unique experiences, with fresh tricksters, fresh tricks and importantly… fresh cocktails. Step into the backstreets of Tokyo and let the mischievous magicians entertain and delight you with their crafty antics.
From $23.83 per person
3 October to 8 December
Maritime Museum, 412 Stanley St, South Brisbane
Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets
Jingle bell, jingle bell, jingle bell shop at the Beenleigh Christmas Twilight Markets this November, where the halls are decked with gourmet food trucks and artisanal stalls.
When you’ve eaten your fill of delicious food, browse the unique stalls to find fun Christmas gift ideas, stocking stuffers, and gourmet foodie treats to take your Christmas cooking to the next level.
Free admission
Friday 15 November, 5:00pm to 9:00 pm
1 Kent Street, Beenleigh, Logan City Area
Eurovision On Tour
The biggest live music show in the world is coming to little old Brisbane! Bringing past performers and winners from around the globe to the stage, this three-hour live performance is set to stun Brisbane crowds this month.
If you’re a Eurovision fan or just dying to see what the hype is about, head down to The Tivoli to see this brand-new show, prepared exclusively for the tour.
From $89 per person
Wednesday 13th November
52 Costin Street, Fortitude Valley
Understory - Light Show
Brisbane will be treated to another immersive audiovisual experience this month, with the arrival of Understory at South Bank. Journey through the South Bank rainforest amidst an array of light and sound, where mythical creatures dance around the flora to capture your imagination and spark joy and wonder.
From $25 per person
From Thursday 21 November
The Arbour, South Brisbane QLD 4101
Blanc De Blanc Encore
After a tour around the nation and back-to-back seasons at The Grand Electric in Surry Hills, Blanc de Blanc is set to dazzle audiences this month in Brisbane at the West End Electric!
You’ll feel as if you’ve arrived at one of Gatsby’s famous parties when you step through the doors, with the show bringing its signature hedonistic and glamorous energy to the stage. Expect astonishing aerial work, risque humour, vintage French flair and iconic dance numbers – like all Strut n Fret productions, this show is not to be missed!
From $75 per person
The West End Electric, 125 Boundary Street, West End
Yoga Play
A sharp new comedy and commentary is in session at La Boite this month, written by US playwright Dipika Guha, and directed by Mina Morita. Making its Australian debut, Yoga Play follows Joan, the new CEO hire at an athleisurewear brand called Jojomon.
Yoga Play leans into the fabric of yoga wear brands and the communities they cultivate, whilst also exploring themes of cultural appropriation, consumerism, fat shaming, exploitation and so much more in this two-hour rollercoaster of giggles, gasps and relatable moments.
From $29 per person
Thursday 7th November to Saturday 23rd November
La Boite Theatre, 6-8 Musk Avenue, Kelvin Grove
What’s on in Brisbane Next Month - December
The Holiday - In Concert
If you’re the kind of person who delights in watching Christmas movies over and over each year, take your rewatch of this classic to the next level with The Holiday in Concert at QPAC this month in Brisbane.
After sell-out performances in the UK, this show features the timeless story on a cinema-sized screen, paired with the musical score composed by Hans Zimmer, performed by a live orchestra.
From $99 per person
Saturday 14th December
Concert Hall, QPAC, Corner of Grey and Melbourne Street, South Bank
Looking for more fun things to do in Brisbane this month? See what’s happening on the foodie scene with our food news, or explore what’s on around our beautiful river city.
Don’t forget to keep us in the loop with what you get up to around the city! Tag @sitchu.brisbane in your foodie and adventure pics as you experience the best of Brisbane.
