The final season of Outer Banks headlines a busy week of streaming, alongside a revealing Novak Djokovic documentary, a new wildlife series from the team behind The Lion King, returning comedy and family favourites, and fresh crime, science fiction and romantic drama across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Binge.
Directed by Jason Hehir, this feature-length documentary goes behind the scenes of Novak Djokovic’s life and career, combining access to the tennis champion with interviews from family members and fellow tennis greats.
LION: Miniseries
20 August 2026 | Disney+
This four-part natural history series follows Kio, a lion cub growing up in Kenya’s Maasai Mara, documenting his journey from vulnerable youngster to adult leader over four years of filming.
The Pogues return for their fifth and final season, with John B, Sarah, Kiara, Pope and Cleo facing new threats as they attempt to reclaim their future. The concluding season consists of 10 episodes.
Hans Zimmer brings together musicians and collaborators for a concert experience celebrating his film music, combining live performance with a closer look at the composer and his creative world.
Conan O’Brien returns for another season of his unconventional travel series, meeting people around the world and turning spontaneous encounters into comic adventures. The new season includes trips to Morocco, India, the Netherlands and the Philippines.
The award-winning animated family series returns with new stories centred on the wise panda Stillwater and siblings Karl, Addy and Michael. Five new episodes premiere with the fifth season.
This Mexican crime thriller follows two police officers who must survive the final hours of their shift after crossing paths with a ruthless cartel boss.
The science fiction drama returns with the crew of Ark One continuing their struggle for survival as humanity’s efforts to establish a new home on another planet face further challenges.
Maia Reficco and Eva Longoria star in this romantic drama about a college student with a chronic illness who escapes to Mallorca with her mother and unexpectedly falls in love.
This week’s streaming selection spans high-profile returning series, sports documentary, natural history, comedy, family animation, crime and science fiction. With major arrivals spread across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Apple TV+ and Binge, the week offers a broad mix for different viewing tastes.
Brisbane cinemas welcome three new releases this week, led by horror sequel Insidious: Out of the Further alongside the thriller Mutiny and drama Tony. A wide range of recent releases also continues across the city, from family favourites and animation to action, comedy and epic cinema, while GOMA presents another selection of classic films.
NEW RELEASES
Insidious: Out of the Further
20 August 2026 | Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The horror franchise returns with another chapter set within its supernatural world, bringing a new story of terror to Brisbane screens.
Mutiny
20 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Five Star Cinemas (Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This thriller joins the week’s cinema line-up with a tense story centred on conflict, shifting loyalties and dangerous consequences.
Tony
20 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This drama arrives across Brisbane cinemas, adding another character-driven story to the week’s new-release selection.
STILL SHOWING
All Wishes Come True!
Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Indooroopilly), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This recent release continues screening at selected Brisbane cinemas, offering audiences another option among the week’s current film line-up.
The ocean adventure remains available for family audiences, bringing its familiar characters and island journey back to selected big screens.
One Night Only
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The romantic comedy continues across a wide range of Brisbane cinemas, adding a lighter option to the week’s program.
The latest instalment in the long-running animated series continues to bring familiar characters and a new adventure to Brisbane audiences.
GOMA
The Fury
21 August 2026
GOMA presents Brian De Palma’s supernatural thriller, centred on extraordinary psychic abilities and the dangerous forces seeking to exploit them.
The Dirty Dozen
22 August 2026
This classic war film follows a group of military prisoners selected for a dangerous mission during the Second World War.
Double Indemnity
23 August 2026
Billy Wilder’s influential film noir follows an insurance salesman drawn into a deadly scheme involving greed, deception and murder.
Brisbane’s cinema selection for 20 – 26 August brings together new horror, thriller and drama releases with a broad range of continuing films across family, action and comedy genres. From suburban multiplexes and independent cinemas to GOMA’s classic film screenings, there are plenty of options across the city this week.
Ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, visual art and film come together this weekend, with major stage productions, exhibitions and live performances offering a varied program for arts audiences.
Heart Dance
25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End Get Tickets
Heart Dance is a dance experience combining curated music with movement and opportunities for participants to connect with themselves and others. No previous dance experience is required.
The Films of John Cassavetes
3 July – 29 August 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Cinema A, South Brisbane Get Tickets
This film program explores the work of American filmmaker and actor John Cassavetes, presenting films he directed alongside selected works featuring him as a performer.
The Red Dress
25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The Red Dress is a collaborative embroidered artwork created by contributors around the world. The exhibition explores women’s stories, craft and connections through the evolving artwork.
The Book of Mormon
31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
This musical comedy follows two young missionaries sent to Uganda on a mission far from home. Created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone and Robert Lopez, the production combines musical theatre, satire and comedy.
Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026
1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The 2026 exhibition showcases photographs from the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards, capturing people, places and everyday moments through the year’s selected works.
Celia Gullett: Spirit into Matter
5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley Find out more
Spirit into Matter presents work by artist Celia Gullett exploring the relationship between material, form and ideas through contemporary artistic practice.
Second Coming
6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove Get Tickets
Second Coming is a theatre production centred on an attempt to preserve life on Earth by sending species to a new home on Mars. The story follows geneticist Evie as an unexpected pregnancy disrupts the mission.
Do Not Go Gentle
11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Patricia Cornelius’ play uses Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s Antarctic expedition as a framework for exploring ageing, memory and mortality. The production is directed by Heather Fairbairn and features Bruce Spence, Andrew Buchanan and Jennifer Flowers.
Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah
13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank Find out more
Undying presents sculpture by Abdul-Rahman Abdullah exploring relationships between life, death and the natural world. The exhibition draws on natural history and antiquity collections and combines sculpture with storytelling.
Romeo and Juliet
15 – 22 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
The Australian Ballet presents John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, set in medieval Verona and performed to Sergei Prokofiev’s score. The production follows the young lovers caught between two feuding families.
The Gospel According to Paul
18 – 23 August 2026 | Playhouse, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
Written and performed by Jonathan Biggins, The Gospel According to Paul is a one-person theatrical portrait of former Prime Minister Paul Keating. The production explores Keating’s political career, achievements, personality and distinctive wit.
Triple Bill (Poulenc, Bell, Heggie)
20 – 21 August 2026 | St Andrew’s Uniting Church, Brisbane City Get Tickets
This triple bill brings together works by Poulenc, Bell and Heggie in a concert program presented at St Andrew’s Uniting Church.
The A-Z of Jazz – Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet
21 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Renae Suttie and the Jazzamatazz Quartet present a jazz program exploring music across the alphabet. The performance brings together vocals and quartet arrangements in an intimate jazz-club setting.
Alexandra Flood With Jonathan Henderson & Vatche Jambazian: There’s Nothing Like a Dame
21 – 22 August 2026 | Opera Queensland Studio, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Alexandra Flood joins Jonathan Henderson and Vatche Jambazian for a program celebrating women and operatic repertoire. The performance features music associated with some of opera’s memorable female characters.
Bohemian Dreams: Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer & Punto
21 – 30 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson Get Tickets
The Australian Romantic & Classical Orchestra presents Bohemian Dreams, featuring works by Mozart, Schubert, Haydn, Krommer and Punto. The program brings chamber music from the Classical and early Romantic periods to Brisbane and regional Queensland.
This weekend’s arts program spans ballet, theatre, musical theatre, classical music, jazz, photography, contemporary art and film, with performances and exhibitions continuing across a range of venues.
Families can explore science, circus, music, cultural celebrations, outdoor activities, creative experiences and community events this weekend, with activities ranging from immersive exhibitions and hands-on workshops to festivals and live entertainment.
Vipoo Srivilasa: Express Yourself
11 October 2025 – 13 September 2026 | Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA), Children’s Art Centre, South Brisbane Find out more
This interactive exhibition by artist Vipoo Srivilasa invites children and families to explore creativity, self-expression and identity through hands-on activities inspired by the artist’s colourful ceramic practice.
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane
2 May – 30 August 2026 | Fever Skygate – Exhibition and Immersive Experience Centre, Brisbane Airport Get Tickets
Dinos Alive takes visitors into a prehistoric world featuring life-sized animated dinosaurs, interactive displays and immersive environments. The experience includes opportunities to explore dinosaur species and learn more about life on Earth millions of years ago.
Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience
4 July – 27 September 2026 | Shop QSM 103 – Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City Find out more
The Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience brings Disney merchandise and themed displays to Queen Street Mall, offering families an opportunity to explore products inspired by Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars.
Night Feast 2026
29 July – 31 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Find out more
Night Feast is a celebration combining food, art, light installations, live music and performance. The event transforms Brisbane Powerhouse and its surrounds into an evening destination with food, drinks and entertainment.
Bubble, Boil, BANG!
19 – 22 August 2026 | Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Bubble, Boil, BANG! is a science-themed program inviting children and families to explore scientific concepts through interactive demonstrations and activities.
Sciency Music & More at the Planetarium 2026
21 August 2026 | Mount Coot-Tha Road, Mount Coot-Tha Get Tickets
Science communicator and musician Nate Eggins presents a variety show combining science-themed music, talks, comedy, audience participation and visual journeys through space.
Science Night – Amphibians With Dr Ian Brennan
21 August 2026 | Queensland Museum Kurilpa, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Science Night – Amphibians features Dr Ian Brennan exploring the world of amphibians, with a focus on their biology, diversity and place in the natural environment.
Ukrainian Festival Brisbane 2026
22 August 2026 | Ukrainian Club Brisbane, Holland Park West Find out more
Ukrainian Festival Brisbane celebrates Ukrainian culture and heritage through live music, traditional dance, food, cultural displays, artisan stalls and family activities.
Latin Kids Fiesta is a multicultural celebration featuring live music, dance, interactive workshops, arts and crafts, traditional games and Latin American food.
Open Day 2026 at Compass Independent School
22 August 2026 | Compass Independent School, Kelvin Grove Book Now
Families can explore Compass Independent School and meet members of the school community while learning more about its approach to education and student learning.
Comics by the Creek
22 August 2026 | Comic Book Café, Albion Find out more
Comics by the Creek brings together comic book fans for a community event celebrating comics, graphic storytelling and fan culture.
Brisbane Kite Festival
23 August 2026 | Tingalpa Model Aero Club, Tingalpa Find out more
Brisbane Kite Festival offers a day of kite flying and family activities, with entertainment and activities for visitors to enjoy throughout the event.
Backyard Bonanza 2026
23 August 2026 | McPherson Park, Bracken Ridge Find out more
Backyard Bonanza is a community festival featuring entertainment, stalls, activities and family-focused experiences in McPherson Park.
KOOZA
Until 4 October 2026 | Under the Big Top, Eagle Farm Get Tickets
Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA combines acrobatics, clowning and theatrical storytelling. The production follows The Innocent on a journey through a colourful world filled with contortionists, high-wire performers, acrobats and other circus artists.
Treasure Hunt at the Brisbane Opal Museum
Multiple Dates | Brisbane Opal Museum, Windsor Book Now
This family-friendly treasure hunt invites visitors to explore the Brisbane Opal Museum while solving clues and discovering more about opals, gemstones and the natural world.
This weekend’s family program includes science experiences, circus, cultural festivals, music, creative activities, outdoor events and interactive exhibitions, offering a wide range of activities for children and families.
Live music, comedy, tribute shows and touring acts take to stages this weekend, with Australian and international performers spanning indie rock, pop, metal, alternative music and theatrical entertainment.
DICE
21 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Australian indie rock band DICE brings its Altitude Tour to the stage, performing music from its latest era alongside the band’s established catalogue.
South Arcade
21 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Oxford four-piece South Arcade brings its Y2KCORE sound to Australia for its first headline tour, combining nostalgic pop-rock and alternative punk influences.
Vera Blue
21 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
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Vera Blue performs as part of her Modern Rituals Tour, presenting music from her upcoming album alongside songs from her catalogue, including her solo releases and collaborations.
Rampage
21 August 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Rampage brings a live music performance to The Fortitude Music Hall as part of its 2026 Australian tour.
The Music and Life of Barbra Streisand Starring Melinda Schneider: The Way We Were
21 August 2026 | Concert Hall, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Melinda Schneider presents a musical celebration of Barbra Streisand’s life and career, performing songs associated with the acclaimed singer and actor while exploring stories from her decades in entertainment.
Montaigne – Glorious Heights 10th Anniversary Tour
21 August 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Montaigne marks 10 years of Glorious Heights with a special anniversary performance celebrating the album that introduced the Australian artist’s distinctive songwriting and sound.
Know Thyself
21 – 22 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Know Thyself is a live event bringing together speakers and audiences for two days of presentations and discussions centred on personal growth, self-discovery and wellbeing.
Alright Hey: Bring Back Glamour
21 – 22 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Get Tickets
Comedian and online creator Alright Hey returns with Bring Back Glamour, featuring stories from his career, personal life and relationships alongside sharp comedy and theatrical storytelling.
Best of the Bee Gees
22 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Best of the Bee Gees celebrates the music of the legendary Australian group, revisiting disco favourites, ballads and songs written by the Bee Gees for other artists. The show features Evan Webster, Russell Davey and Greg Wain, joined by special guest Debora McLane.
Voxneon
22 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Voxneon presents a live show dedicated to 1980s synth-pop and new wave, performing songs from the era’s electronic and pop music catalogue.
Josh Pyke
22 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Josh Pyke performs an intimate album show featuring songs from his first independent album alongside selections from his established catalogue. The event also includes a meet and greet following the performance.
Ocean Grove
22 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Ocean Grove brings its Oddworld Underground Australian Tour to Brisbane, joined by American nu-metal band Cane Hill for an evening of alternative heavy music.
Necrosonic Festival 2026
22 August 2026 | Mansfield Arena, Mansfield Get Tickets
Necrosonic Festival brings together a lineup of heavy music artists for a one-day festival featuring live performances across the alternative and metal scene.
Bobby Lee: The Finally Tour
22 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Comedian and actor Bobby Lee brings The Finally Tour to Brisbane, performing a live stand-up show as part of his international touring schedule.
Bachelor Girl: Waiting for the Day Redux Tour
23 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
Bachelor Girl celebrates Waiting for the Day with the Redux Tour, revisiting music from the group’s debut album and its place in the Australian pop catalogue.
This weekend’s program brings together indie rock, pop, alternative and heavy music, tribute performances and live comedy, with touring artists and established Australian acts appearing across local stages.
The return of Camp Rock 3 brings the Jonas Brothers back to Disney+ for a new generation of musical campers, while Lanterns introduces a new chapter of the DC universe. The week’s Australian streaming arrivals also include a new adaptation of My Brilliant Career, workplace comedy, horror, coming-of-age drama and an investigative documentary about Boeing.
This Australian horror film follows a medical student whose involvement in an unusual weight-loss treatment takes a disturbing turn, blending psychological unease with supernatural horror.
Philippa Northeast stars as Sybylla, a fiercely independent young woman in early 20th-century Australia who dreams of becoming a writer while confronting family expectations, romance and the pressures of conventional life. The six-part series is a new adaptation of Miles Franklin’s classic Australian novel.
Shane Gillis returns for another season of the workplace comedy, continuing the chaotic day-to-day life of the struggling Valley Forge automotive shop and its dysfunctional staff.
The Jonas Brothers return as Connect 3, heading back to Camp Rock after losing their opening act for a major reunion tour. A new group of campers competes for the chance to join the tour, bringing music, friendships and rivalries back to the franchise.
This romantic comedy explores the complications that emerge when a close friendship becomes entangled with a romantic relationship, putting loyalties and personal feelings to the test.
The new DC series follows Green Lanterns Hal Jordan and John Stewart as they investigate a murder in the American heartland, combining superhero mythology with a detective mystery.
Charlie, Mac, Dennis, Dee and Frank return for another season of the long-running comedy, with the gang facing fresh schemes, disputes and increasingly absurd problems. The new season has 10 episodes.
Rory Kennedy follows up her documentary Downfall: The Case Against Boeing with a new investigation into the aerospace giant, examining continuing controversies and the consequences of decisions made within the company.
This week’s Australian streaming lineup ranges from nostalgic musical entertainment and a new DC mystery to literary adaptation, horror, comedy and investigative documentary. With fresh releases arriving across Netflix, Disney+, Stan and Max, Brisbane viewers have a varied selection of new titles to explore throughout the week
Brisbane cinemas welcome a varied new-release program this week, led by the science-fiction survival thriller The End of Oak Street, alongside the romantic comedy One Night Only, animated adventure Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass and comedy Stop! That! Train!. The week also brings a special cat-video cinema event, while family favourites, major blockbusters and GOMA’s classic film program continue across the city.
NEW RELEASES
One Night Only
13 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This romantic comedy follows two New Yorkers searching for love on the one night each year when sex is legally permitted. Monica Barbaro and Callum Turner lead the cast in a film directed by Will Gluck.
Stop! That! Train!
13 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), Five Star Cinemas (New Farm), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St)
This action comedy follows two train stewardess best friends who leave a rundown railway for the luxury Glamazonian Express, only to face a major storm and a dangerous situation. The ensemble includes RuPaul, Sarah Michelle Gellar and Joel McHale.
Tom and Jerry: Forbidden Compass
13 August 2026 | Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cineplex (Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank, South Bank), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
A museum chase sends Tom and Jerry into another world after they activate a magical compass, leaving the famous rivals to find their way home. The animated adventure combines comedy, fantasy and family-friendly action.
The End of Oak Street
13 August 2026 | Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
A mysterious cosmic event tears an entire neighbourhood from suburbia and transports it somewhere unknown. The Platt family must rely on one another as they navigate their transformed surroundings, with Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor leading the cast.
CatVideoFest 2026
15 August 2026 | Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Sunnybank), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
This 73-minute cinema compilation brings together a curated selection of the latest cat videos for a communal big-screen experience. The event also supports cats in need through proceeds from ticket sales.
This comedy follows four lifelong friends who escape to a luxury spa after becoming overwhelmed by careers, relationships and everyday responsibilities. Leslie Mann, Isla Fisher, Michelle Buteau and Anna Faris star in the ensemble comedy.
STILL SHOWING
Holy Days
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank), Event Cinemas (Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Graceville, New Farm), HOYTS (Stafford), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The recent drama continues screening across Brisbane, offering audiences a more reflective option alongside the week’s larger mainstream releases.
Minions & Monsters
Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cineplex (Balmoral, Redbank), Event Cinemas (Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The family-friendly animated adventure continues with its colourful characters and playful big-screen entertainment.
Moana
Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank, South Bank), Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), HOYTS (Stafford), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The ocean adventure continues to offer family audiences a musical journey filled with memorable characters and an island setting.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas, Hawthorne Deluxe, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (Barracks Brisbane, James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The latest superhero adventure remains widely available across Brisbane, giving audiences plenty of opportunities to catch the blockbuster on the big screen.
Super Troopers 3
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Redbank), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The comedy sequel continues its run with another round of irreverent adventures from the unconventional Vermont state troopers.
The Odyssey
Angelika Cinemas (Woolloongabba), Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Balmoral, Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank, South Bank), Dendy Cinemas (Coorparoo, Portside), Event Cinemas (Brisbane City, Carindale, Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt, Springfield Central), Five Star Cinemas (Brisbane City, Graceville, New Farm, Red Hill), HOYTS (Stafford, Sunnybank), Palace Cinemas (James St), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee, Newmarket), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The epic adaptation continues its Brisbane run, offering audiences a large-scale interpretation of the legendary journey and its enduring themes.
Toy Story 5
Bayside Cinemas (Wynnum), Cinebar (Rosalie Village), Cineplex (Hawthorne Cinemas, Redbank, South Bank), Event Cinemas (Chermside, Indooroopilly, Mount Gravatt), Reading Cinemas (Jindalee), United Cinemas (Eldorado)
The latest animated adventure continues bringing the familiar characters and imaginative world of the long-running series to Brisbane audiences.
GOMA
Faces
15 August 2026
GOMA’s screening program presents this film as part of its curated selection of cinema experiences for Brisbane audiences.
Husbands
15 August 2026
This screening forms part of GOMA’s film program, offering an opportunity to experience cinema outside the mainstream theatrical releases.
The Dirty Dozen
16 August 2026
GOMA continues its classic cinema program with this screening, adding another historical film selection to the week’s Brisbane offerings.
Brisbane’s cinema program for 13 – 19 August combines major new releases with animation, comedy, science fiction, family entertainment and a distinctive selection of GOMA screenings. With films ranging from large-scale blockbusters to specialised cinema events, there is a broad choice across the city’s cinemas this week.
Art lovers can explore exhibitions, theatre productions, ballet, live music, photography and cultural events this weekend. The program includes major stage productions, contemporary exhibitions, classical and contemporary dance, jazz performances and events celebrating Brisbane’s creative and cultural history.
Heart Dance
25 June – 27 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End Get Tickets
Heart Dance presents a dance-focused program at the Thomas Dixon Centre, bringing movement and performance together in an arts setting.
Not My Monkey Art Exhibition
25 July – 16 August 2026 | Plant Empire, Tennyson Find out more
Not My Monkey is an open group exhibition inviting artists to respond to the theme through works in a range of sizes and mediums. The exhibition explores ideas connected with the expression “not my circus, not my monkeys”, including circus, performance, animals, animal protection and popular culture.
The Red Dress
25 July – 13 September 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The Red Dress is a 14-year global embroidery project conceived by British artist Kirstie Macleod. The dress features contributions from 380 embroiderers across 51 countries, with the individual panels telling stories of connection, identity and lived experience.
The Book of Mormon
31 July – 4 October 2026 | Glasshouse Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
The Book of Mormon brings the acclaimed musical comedy to Brisbane, combining music, satire and storytelling in a stage production.
Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026
1 August – 1 November 2026 | Museum of Brisbane, Brisbane City Find out more
The finalist exhibition for the Lord Mayor’s Photographic Awards 2026 explores Brisbane through the theme Everyday Brisbane, featuring photographs of the city’s people, places, routines and familiar scenes.
Celia Gullett: Spirit Into Matter
5 – 29 August 2026 | Jan Murphy Gallery, Fortitude Valley Find out more
Celia Gullett presents Spirit Into Matter, a solo exhibition at Jan Murphy Gallery running throughout August. The exhibition forms part of the gallery’s 2026 program of contemporary Australian art.
Second Coming
6 – 22 August 2026 | La Boite Theatre, Kelvin Grove Get Tickets
Written by Kathryn Marquet and directed by Ian Lawson, Second Coming asks, with dark humour and heart, whether humanity can learn from its mistakes on Earth before taking those mistakes to Mars. The production is co-presented by Playlab Theatre and La Boite Theatre and features Ashlee Lollback, Gideon Mzembe, Anthony Standish and Merlynn Tong.
Do Not Go Gentle
11 – 30 August 2026 | Bille Brown Theatre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Written by Patricia Cornelius, Do Not Go Gentle uses Captain Robert Falcon Scott’s doomed Antarctic expedition as a metaphor for ageing and memory. The Queensland Theatre production follows a group of aged-care residents who imagine themselves as members of Scott’s expedition.
UQ Engineering Revue 2026
13 – 14 August 2026 | Arcana, Moorooka Get Tickets
UQ Engineering Revue 2026 takes audiences on a journey through the history of engineering, combining comedy, wordplay, music and performance. The production features a student cast and writing team in a theatrical revue format.
Undying: Abdul-Rahman Abdullah
13 August – 7 November 2026 | Griffith University Art Museum, South Bank Find out more
Undying features intricately carved and painted sculptures by Abdul-Rahman Abdullah exploring relationships between life, death and the natural world. The works draw on natural history and antiquity collections and are accompanied by texts reflecting on the animals depicted.
The Mitch Bellert Quintet – Bebop, Hard-Bop & Beyond
14 August 2026 | The Ruby Jazz Club, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
The Mitch Bellert Quintet focuses on the hard-bop and post-bop eras of American jazz, bringing together Mitch Bellert on drums with Ben Bruni on trumpet, Josh Hatcher on tenor saxophone, Eden Armstrong on piano and Elliott Parker on double bass. The group presents modern interpretations of classic jazz while drawing on the tradition of the genre.
Giselle
15 August 2026 | Thomas Dixon Centre, West End Get Tickets
Brisbane Ballet presents Giselle, the Romantic ballet of love, betrayal and forgiveness, in a production set in the misty Black Forest of 1800s Germany. The production features choreography by Emrys Goldsworthy after Jules Perrot, Jean Coralli and Marius Petipa, with music by Adolphe Adam and Friedrich Burgmuller.
Late Night Orchestra: Back to Ours
15 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Late Night Orchestra returns with a live celebration of trip-hop and chillout music inspired by influential 1990s and early-2000s compilations. The 12-piece ensemble features Agum, Ben Woolner of Safia, Kylie Auldist of The Bamboos and Owl Eyes, performing music associated with artists including Moby, Air, Portishead, Massive Attack and Daft Punk.
Romeo and Juliet
15 – 22 August 2026 | Lyric Theatre – Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC), South Brisbane Get Tickets
The Australian Ballet presents John Cranko’s interpretation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, bringing the story of the star-crossed lovers to the stage through classical ballet and Prokofiev’s score.
Home Front Festival
16 August 2026 | Wolston Farmhouse, Wacol Get Tickets
Home Front Festival recreates the atmosphere of Brisbane’s wartime home front at Wolston Farmhouse, where the surrounding farmland was requisitioned during the Second World War. The day includes live 1940s music, swing dancing, living-history displays, vintage fashion, historic vehicles, heritage demonstrations and family activities.
This weekend offers a broad selection of arts experiences, spanning exhibitions, photography, theatre, ballet, jazz, live music and heritage-focused cultural events.
Families can enjoy a mix of immersive attractions, major annual celebrations, community festivals, creative activities and outdoor events this weekend. From dinosaur experiences and Disney merchandise to carnival entertainment, coding challenges, cars, dragon boating and sustainability activities, there are options for children and families across Brisbane.
Dinos Alive: An Immersive Experience in Brisbane
2 May – 30 August 2026 | Fever Skygate – Exhibition and Immersive Experience Centre, Brisbane Airport Get Tickets
Dinos Alive invites visitors to step into a prehistoric world with life-sized moving dinosaur replicas, immersive installations, a virtual underwater experience and interactive activities. The experience also includes opportunities for children to explore fossils and learn about the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods.
Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience
4 July – 27 September 2026 | Shop QSM 103 – Queen Street Mall, Brisbane City Find out more
The Disney Store Brisbane Pop-Up Experience features Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars merchandise, including collectibles, plush toys, apparel and limited-edition releases. The temporary store also features Brisbane-exclusive collectible cards and rotating merchandise.
Night Feast 2026
29 July – 31 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Find out more
Night Feast combines food, art and entertainment at Brisbane Powerhouse, with dining experiences alongside immersive installations, light works and a program of creative events.
The Dagwood Dog Guy and Showbag Mania
7 – 16 August 2026 | Spotlight Everton Park, Everton Park Find out more
The Dagwood Dog Guy and Showbag Mania brings show-style treats to Everton Park, including Dagwood dogs, slushies and hot chips alongside a selection of showbags.
Ekka 2026
8 – 16 August 2026 | Brisbane Showgrounds, Bowen Hills Get Tickets
Ekka celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2026 with the Royal Queensland Show bringing together agriculture, animals, competitions, live entertainment, carnival rides, showbags, food and family activities.
Carnival Week
8 – 16 August 2026 | Everton Park Hotel, Everton Park Find out more
Carnival Week brings a family-friendly show atmosphere to Everton Park Hotel with Dagwood dogs, fairy floss, strawberry sundaes, a merry-go-round, children’s playground, mini arcade and complimentary kids’ showbags on the public holidays.
Brisbane Concours Display
12 – 16 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Brisbane Concours Display showcases 200 prestige vehicles from the Palmer Motorama collection, including rare and vintage cars from marques such as Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes, Bentley, Jaguar and Porsche.
Ekka Sphero Games for Families
14 August 2026 | Sunnybank Hills Library, Sunnybank Hills Find out more
Ekka Sphero Games for Families introduces children aged seven to 12 to coding through interactive challenges using Sphero robots. Participants can program their robots to play ball, race and complete an obstacle course.
Oasis Kids Community Event: Winter Whimsy!
14 August 2026 | Brisbane North Oasis Church of Christ, Kedron Find out more
Winter Whimsy! is a free community evening for children from Prep to Year 6, featuring activities, dinner and further activities throughout the evening. Families can drop off and collect children within the scheduled event period.
Kenmore SouthFest Community Fete
15 August 2026 | Kenmore South State School Oval, Kenmore Find out more
Kenmore SouthFest Community Fete offers a day of family entertainment with rides, food, stalls, games, face painting, raffle prizes and activities. The fete runs from 11am to 6pm, with rides operating from midday to 5pm.
Robertson Garden Cars and Coffee Family Fun Day
16 August 2026 | Robertson Gardens Hotel & Restaurant, Nathan Find out more
Robertson Garden Cars and Coffee Family Fun Day brings a car-focused community gathering to Robertson Gardens, combining vehicles with family-friendly activities.
Manly Dragon Boat Club Open Day
16 August 2026 | Spider Park Esplanade / Rose Bay, Manly Find out more
Manly Dragon Boat Club Open Day offers an introduction to dragon boating at Rose Bay, giving visitors an opportunity to learn more about the club and the sport.
Brisbane West Eco Fest 2026
16 August 2026 | The Gap State High School, The Gap Find out more
Brisbane West Eco Fest is a free community event focused on sustainability, with eco-inspired stalls, local speakers, practical workshops, family activities, entertainment and free native plants.
Giddy Up Festival
16 August 2026 | The Sands Bowlo, Sandgate Find out more
Giddy Up Festival brings a country-themed family day to Sandgate with live music, a mechanical bucking bull, a petting zoo, market stalls, free face painting, balloon artists and lawn games.
Families can explore immersive attractions, major celebrations, community fetes, creative activities, automotive displays, sporting experiences and sustainability events this weekend.
Live music, touring acts, tribute performances and comedy feature this weekend, with a mix of pop, rock, metal, country, alternative music and stand-up comedy. Major touring artists share the program with Australian acts, tribute shows and performances celebrating the country’s music history.
Brisbane Winter Sessions
2 – 16 August 2026 | Various Locations Find out more
Brisbane Winter Sessions is a two-week live music trail spanning 12 venues and featuring more than 35 artists. The 2026 program includes Australian rock, jazz, world music, indie, DJs and other performances, with a combination of free and ticketed events.
Slayyyter ‘Wor$t Girl in the World’ Tour
14 August 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Slayyyter brings her Wor$t Girl in the World Tour to Brisbane in support of her latest album. The performance forms part of the pop artist’s Australian headline tour.
Rockaria: The ELO Experience
14 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Rockaria: The ELO Experience celebrates the music of Electric Light Orchestra with a live tribute performance featuring the band’s well-known songs.
Holding Absence
14 August 2026 | The Princess Theatre, Woolloongabba Get Tickets
Holding Absence brings its live show to The Princess Theatre, with Kingdom of Giants and Stepson joining the Brisbane performance.
The Clash Tribute: London Calling
14 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
London Calling recreates the music of The Clash in a live tribute performance, bringing songs from the influential British punk rock band to The Triffid.
Zach Bryan Tribute Show
14 August 2026 | Lefty’s Music Hall, Petrie Terrace Get Tickets
Led by Zak Shepherd, the Zach Bryan Tribute Show recreates Zach Bryan’s country and Americana repertoire with a full-band performance of his songs.
Cool Britannia
14 August 2026 | Royal Quarters, Nundah Get Tickets
Cool Britannia presents a British music-themed live event at Royal Quarters in Nundah.
The Afterlove Tour: RudyWade, JayBenz, Gonedark and LeGrand
14 August 2026 | Mirrorball Ministries, West End Get Tickets
The Afterlove Tour brings RudyWade, JayBenz, Gonedark and LeGrand together for a live Brisbane performance.
Luke Kidgell: Good Intentions
14 – 15 August 2026 | Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm Get Tickets
Luke Kidgell returns to Brisbane with an encore performance of Good Intentions, following his international tour across the United States, Canada, New Zealand and Europe. The stand-up show features Kidgell’s crowd-work style and viral comedy.
Max Amini
15 August 2026 | Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, South Brisbane Get Tickets
Max Amini brings his stand-up comedy to Brisbane with a performance featuring his observations on everyday life, crowd work and his trademark comedic style.
Ceres ‘Drag It Down on You’ 10th Anniversary Tour
15 August 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Ceres celebrates the 10th anniversary of Drag It Down on You with a special tour performance at Crowbar Brisbane.
Parkway Drive: Killing Horizons
15 – 16 August 2026 | The Fortitude Music Hall, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Parkway Drive brings the Killing Horizons tour to Brisbane for two performances built around the band’s first two albums, Killing With a Smile and Horizons, alongside selected songs from its wider catalogue.
Vika & Linda
16 August 2026 | The Tivoli, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
Vika & Linda bring their Where Do You Come From? tour to Brisbane with their band The Bullettes. The performances draw on songs from their studio album as well as material and stories from their long-running career.
The Masters Apprentices – Turn Up the Triffid
16 August 2026 | The Triffid, Newstead Get Tickets
The Masters Apprentices return to Brisbane for a performance featuring founding members Mick Bower and Brian Vaughton, with Craig Holden, Bill Harrod and Dan Matejcic. Original songwriter and guitarist Doug Ford also joins the lineup for the performance.
15 Years of Art as Catharsis: Celebrating Experimental Sounds From the Australian Underground
16 August 2026 | Crowbar Brisbane, Fortitude Valley Get Tickets
15 Years of Art as Catharsis celebrates the independent Australian label and its contribution to experimental music and the Australian underground scene.
This weekend brings together pop, rock, metal, country, alternative music, tribute performances and stand-up comedy, with major touring acts and Australian performers appearing across Brisbane venues.
