What's On This Weekend in Brisbane: Sitchu's Top Picks

Social season is well and truly here. Shows, festivals and events are lighting up our calendar, and we hope you're ready for it. Christmas events have started to roll out, and there are brand-new exhibitions to explore at the Museum.

We've also scored two new bars at Howard Smith Wharves this month, so cosy up with a drink and enjoy the moody ambience of the city's hottest new watering holes. 

Without further ado, let's see what's on in Brisbane.

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

Discovering Ancient Egypt

Step back in time at the Queensland Museum this week 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. 

From Friday 25 October

Level 3 Queensland Museum Kurilpa, Grey Street &, Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

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 Street, South Brisbane

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

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

Thinking about getting out of town this weekend? Head to our destinations pillar to find out everything you need to know about Queensland's best vacation spots. Or for more of what's happening in and around Brisbane this month, check out of monthly guide of fun things to do in Brisbane.