Whoever said ‘nothing good happens after midnight’ clearly hasn’t been here…
You don’t need the luck of the Irish to find a good pint this St. Patrick’s Day.
Get ready for affordable feasting with Eat Like a King!
Dig out your sombrero and get the salt rims ready for 22 February, because International Margarita Day is coming.
Salt rims at the ready, Brisbane!
Summer in Brisbane is all about long afternoons, warm nights and drinks that feel as light as the season itself.
Something special is about to rise over Fortitude Valley.
Brisbane’s sipping scene is about to get a serious upgrade. If you’re into craft cocktails, creative eats, and an evening that leans heavy on the good vibes (and the good gin), mark your calendar for Longwang’s Never Never Gin Night. An exclusive one night only affair happening October 29.
There are nights that call for a little sparkle,
If there is one thing that Customs House knows how to do, it is transform their riverside terrace into something seriously magical.
Raise a glass for the world’s most iconic bubbles ahead of World Champagne Day at Emporium Hotel South Bank, with the return of the signature Tour de Champagne experience on 17 October.
Spring in Brisbane just got a little brighter with the arrival of Milton House Spring Social, a brand-new pop-up bar series hosted by Archer Brewing
Fish Lane is no stranger to creativity, but this September it is set to take things up a notch with The Secret Handshake Art & Negroni Trail — an unmissable celebration of cocktails, culture and community.
Spring has returned to Brisbane in the most glamorous way at Customs House, where the Whispering Angel Rosé Garden has transformed the terrace into a floral paradise.
Forget Picnics in the park, this spring the chic-est flower market is 21 floors up. With Champagne in hand and blooms at every turn, The Terrace, Emporium Hotel South Bank is turning into a full-blown flower market in collaboration with French Champagne house: Perrier-Jouet, from 3 September to 20 October.
An evening of refined flavour and cultural discovery awaits at Longwang Chopstick House this September, as the Brisbane dining hotspot hosts its exclusive Fuji Japanese Whiskey Night.
Spring in Brisbane always brings with it a sense of renewal. The days get longer, the weather softens, and our city’s bars begin to fill with fresh flavours that suit the season. This year, one cocktail in particular is stepping into the spotlight. Move over orange spritzes, because September belongs to the Paloma.
From the moment you step through the doors, you’ll find yourself in a world drenched in ruby red, gold, and pink lights, with big sound and an electric nightclub-lounge vibe that feels like Studio 54 blended with the Chicago House scene.
Some of the best bars are the ones you discover in places you least expect. Patina at Alumni Court has created just that with its Pop Up Bar, a hidden little escape that turns the leafy grounds of UQ St Lucia into a stylish garden hangout.
Bitter never tasted so good. Negroni Week is making its return from 22 to 28 September 2025, and Brisbane is set to be at the centre of the global celebration.
Fortitude Valley is about to be completely transformed. From 2 to 5 September, BIGSOUND 2025 will turn Brisbane into the beating heart of the Australian (and global) music industry. For four electrifying days and nights, our city will play host to the artists, tastemakers, industry leaders and music lovers who shape the future of music.
Brisbane, your New Year’s plans are officially sorted. Wildlands Festival is back at Brisbane Showgrounds on 1 January 2026, and it’s set to be one of the biggest lineups the city has ever seen.
This October, Brisbane will pour itself into the history books as the Brisbane German Club becomes the first venue in Australia – and possibly the world – to have all six official Munich Oktoberfest breweries on tap at the same time.
Fish Lane is absolutely buzzing this month with soulful rhythms, theatre, and a bitter-sweet celebration for the ages. Whether you’re here to sip, sway, or soak in a little culture, here’s everything worth diving into this month in South Brisbane’s coolest laneway.
Skip the crowd but keep the strawberries, because this Ekka season, the team at the Emporium hotel is bringing the strawberries to South Bank, with a side of rooftop views and five-star flair.
This Saturday, start your morning with the ultimate flavour mash-up: where beer meets breakfast and coffee!
When two of Australia’s favourite flavour creators meet, you know it’s going to be a good one.
Whether you are a South Brisbane local, a West End wanderer or just in town for the evening, Midtown is the place to be.
The Ultimate Foodie Escape: Moreton Bay Food + Wine Festival Returns this August
Because Christmas doesn’t have to be boring.
Tequila may not be the answer, but it’s worth a shot...
Tokyo nights spent in izakaya bars with karaoke and street food? We can picture it already.
When life gets tough, just add whisky and make it a double.
The negroni is quite possibly the quintessential cocktail, so it’s not surprising that while other cocktails get a day of honour, this one gets a whole week.
Tequila Tromba invites you to bar crawl with a flirty and fizzy twist this Paloma Month!
Stop to smell (and drink) the rosé.
Eagle Street welcomes a new institution by big names.
Something is coming to the heart of Brisbane City, a place where good eats meet brewery treats. Located in the middle of Ann Street, this will be the new it-spot for afternoon work drinks or midday lunch feeds.
Brisbane’s boujeeist street party is returning this July!
W Brisbane has partnered with award-winning international bartender Matt Whiley, to deliver an extraordinary menu of conscious cocktails.
You may be tempted to hibernate this winter, but these dining experiences will definitely change your mind...
More Pisco Please! Casa Chow has launched their Autumn cocktail menu, and we want one of everything.
Calling all margy lovers, this is not one to miss!
Everybody knows the way to the heart is through the tum.
Buckle up, Brisbane. Just like the satisfyingly chewy boba pearls, Brisbane’s bubble tea scene is popping off!
It’s love-all with these venues serving up some real thirst quenchers for your Australian Open viewing.
Our city is a pretty great backdrop for a night of alcohol-fuelled fun and what better way to experience this than atop one of the many rooftop bars taking Brisbane by storm?
Made with sparkling wine, a dash of bitter liqueur and a splash of something fizzy, there's nothing more thirst-quenching than this Italian classic…
A riverside oasis comes alive at Riverbar and Kitchen’s ‘Rivergarden’, creating the ultimate spring playground…
Prepare to be whisked away to an oasis of all things whisky!
Premium bubbles, seafood, florals and riverside views…
Classic, simple and bitter: the best kind of drink.
Cameras at the ready: you're gonna want to ‘gram these over-the-top cocktails!
Prepare to ruffle your feathers and find your home on the sun-soaked decks…
Whether you're a classic kinda gal or looking for a zing and a twist, Brissie does this staple well.
Warm your soul with the best winter warmers around…
Is it time for a sober one? We’ve got some alternatives that will make it easy to partake this Dry July…
Winter Is Coming to KAZBA with the Brissie hotspot dropping a new seasonal menu...
Brissie's supplying more cocktail choices than Carrie had manolo blahniks...
Whether it’s to celebrate that “clocking off” feeling from the grind or finding an affordable space for lunch or dinner, Happy Hour has you covered, and we’ve strolled through our fine city to find where – and when – you'll be celebrating all those merry minutes.
Shaken, not stirred, and utterly superior.
For the days when Dad’s carton of Carlton just ain’t cuttin’ it.
Forget the boys, Brisbane’s shakes are bringing everyone and their grandma to the yard.
A staple of girls nights, pre-dinner sipping, and Saturday nights alike, a margarita is a truly blessed concoction. As much as we love the simplicity of the classic or Tommy’s margarita, these twists are well worth branching out with!
Look, we didn't really NEED an excuse to adventure on an epic Negroni trail through Fish Lane, but the fact that the proceeds go to a worthy cause makes us feel like this bitter cocktail has a sweet side to it [and we love that].
Fan of Whisky? Then it's time to get frisky at this Fish Lane Whisky festival!
On your marks, get set...Prosecco!
Let the good times be-gin!
Because in case you didn't know, Monday is the new Saturday.
The people of Brisbane have spoken!
Dig out your sombrero, it’s margarita week!
Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or a complete novice, these Brisbane wine bars have a tipple for everyone.
This season, make sip happen.
They're here for a good time, not a long time!
Get the salt and limes ready, there’s a party on its way and it’s going to be muy bueno.
After a snap lockdown, it’s time to enter a new month in delicious style!
South East Queensland has exploded with a range of fantastic distilleries, and our favourites come with a bar attached to enjoy the freshest spirits on offer.
Because the best way to warm up is from the inside out...
Bar-hop, sip and drink your way across some of Brisbane’s best bars in May.
We’re all about buying small and supporting local, right down to the gin in our martini, the vodka in our mule and the rum in our… rum and Coke (sssh!).
Forget water, at this point, our bodies are 80% caffeine.
If there’s even been a year to need a drink, 2020 was it.
Summer calls for spritzes, cocktails and cold ones in the sunshine.
We’re not bitter… but we do love a martini.
It seems summer is here (in spirit, at least), so it’s time to settle in with a few cold ones at these new breweries and dedicated beer havens.
This weather has sent us flocking outside to drink beers in the sunshine!
It may seem too good to be true, but thanks to a number of companies that are producing booze for great causes, you can sip with peace of mind!