What Can You Do in Brisbane at Night?

Brisbane is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with plenty to offer visitors. Whether you’re visiting for the day or holidaying for the week, there’s plenty to do in this exciting city. But what can you do in Brisbane at night? Read on for some of best night-time activities you can enjoy in Brisbane.

Explore the City’s Best Bars and Nightclubs

Brisbane is one of Australia’s most vibrant cities – and it really comes alive at night. From vibrant bars and pubs to chic cocktail lounges, the city is teeming with late-night spots to explore. Whether you’re looking for a lively night at a nightclub or simply want to sip on a quality cocktail, Brisbane has a spot to suit your style.

I recommend heading to the Brunswick Street Mall in Fortitude Valley: home to a string of stylish bars and lounges, as well as a few famous nightclubs. The nearby Chinatown Mall offers some of the city’s best late-night eateries and bars, too. For more of Brisbane’s hottest late-night locations, opt for either Caxton Street or Fortitude Valley’s Emporium hotspots.

Take in the Views with a River Cruise

Brisbane is one of the few places on earth where you can take a relaxing evening river cruise to take in the views. With many vendors offering evening tours along the Brisbane River, it’s easy to find something that suits your needs and budget. Most cruises include live commentary from experience guides and some cruises even include pre-dinner drinks upon embarkation. Some evening cruises have additional offerings such as fine dining, live music entertainment and passing through lock systems.

No matter which cruise you choose, be sure to bring your camera along – you’ll get some spectacular views of Brisbane’s skyline illuminated by millions of twinkling stars!

Experience a Movies Under the Stars Session

If you’re looking for something a little more relaxed than bar-hopping or cruising the river, then why not take in an outdoor movie session? Movies Under the Stars is Brisbane’s longstanding outdoor cinema event that screens classic films from June through to October. All movies are screened with high end, state of the art equipment meaning you’ll get excellent views no what what your chosen seat is. If weather soars above 30 degrees Celsius then screenings are moved, however if rain is forecasted it doesn’t stop the show thanks to the shelter provided by umbrellas and marquees.

To add to the movie-watch experience, Movies Under the Stars also features traditional carnival games like “Knock Down Cans’, mini golf and “Puttin on the Ritz’, as well as sumptuous food and drink vendors which means you don’t have to worry about toting along your own snacks. Prices start from $7 per adult and $5 per child, making it one of the most affordable entertainment activities in Brisbane.

Tour a Brewery and Take in Some Live Tunes

Brisbane has plenty of trendy beer microbreweries with tasting tours and live music performances available. If you don’t know where to start, then I suggest exploring “King Street Brewhouse” in Fortitude Valley. The popular venue frequently hosts live music events and offers beer tasting sessions with flights of their most popular brews; most of which can be enjoyed along dinner if you’d rather opt for something more substantial than bar snacks. If you want to make a night out of your beer exploration, then book yourself onto a Brisbane Cruise and Brewery Tour with 2 Drinks, which pays homage to both of Brisbane’s best offerings in one amazing cruise tour.

End Your Night with Some Laughs at a Comedy Show

If your goal is to end your night with some laughs, then head on down to Ballroom Comedy, located in Melbourne Street in South Brisbane. This multi award winning comedy club has been home to some of Brisbane’s best comedians since it opened its doors late last year; which means you can be sure that you’ll have the evening of your life, no matter which comedian you catch when you go there. Prices start from only $15 if you book ahead so don’t miss out on this fantastic experience.

Conclusion

No matter what your preference, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a night out in Brisbane. Whether you want to immerse yourself in bevvies and beats at one of Brisbane’s hottest late-night venues or take in a movie under an open sky, there is something for everyone when it comes to night-time activities in Brisbane! Why not spice up your night out with a Brisbane Cruise and Brewery Tour, ending your night off with some laughs at a comedy club – the perfect way to finish off any evening!