Sun 1 Nov
Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5
Gravity Enduro is a next-level mountain biking experience. It’s an adrenaline-charged multi-stage race format designed around a series of uphills and exhilarat…
What's on in Brisbane — November 2026
Events, markets, live music and things worth making time for.
Brisbane
November 2026
Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5 headlines Brisbane this November. We've pulled together 18 things worth your time — dated events, the beaches and walks locals rate, and where to eat. Spring warms to 24–26°C with long dry spells — prime beach and outdoor-event season before the summer humidity.
Updated 3 Oct 2026
Top events this month
Sun 1 Nov
Christmas in Ipswich
Join the City of Ipswich as they celebrate the festive season in style with 'Christmas in Ipswich'! Christmas in Ipswich is a City-wide festive celebration run…
Sun 1 Nov
80s and 90s Singalong Paint and Sip by Paint Juicy in Kallangur
Paint Juicy hosts a 1980s and 1990s singalong paint and sip session in Kallangur, north of Brisbane in the Moreton Bay region. Guests gather for an afternoon o…
Sun 1 Nov
Night Of The Living Skate - Halloween With Gay Skate
This all-ages Halloween event welcomes everyone to skate, dance, and connect in a welcoming atmosphere. Dress: You know what to do. What: Gay Skate features li…
Sun 1 Nov
Free Live Broadcast - Tonga vs Samoa: Rugby League World Cup 2026
Big screen. Big atmosphere. Great food. Join fellow fans outdoors for an unforgettable Rugby League World Cup showdown between Tonga and Samoa. Kingston Butter…
Sun 1 Nov
Future Stars Film Festival
Lights. Camera. Brisbane! The Future Stars Film Festival (FSFF) The Future Stars Film Festival 2026 is a celebration of emerging high school filmmakers from ac…
Tue 3 Nov
Melbourne Cup at Bisou Bisou
Get ready for an afternoon of French flair and a little Melbourne Cup magic. Settle in at Bisou and enjoy the à la carte offering, gather friends and enjoy all…
Tue 3 Nov
Canadian Club Melbourne Cup Raceday
Experience the thrill of Canadian Club Melbourne Cup Raceday at Brisbane's iconic Doomben Racecourse. As the nation comes to a standstill for the much anticipa…
Tue 3 Nov
Melbourne Cup at The Prince Consort
The Cup at The Prince Consort Hotel - Melbourne Cup Day is coming, and they're doing it in style! Join them at The Prince Consort Hotel for The Cup — Brisbane'…
Tue 3 Nov
Melbourne Cup at The Plough Inn
The race that stops a nation deserves a celebration to match. Join them at The Plough Inn for Melbourne Cup Day — an all-day affair packed with everything you…
Tue 3 Nov
Melbourne Cup at Iris Rooftop
Soak in breath-taking panoramic views, enjoy full race coverage, and groove to live music, while you enjoy a three and a half hour all inclusive package, featu…
Tue 3 Nov
Melbourne Cup at Fox Rooftop
Take the celebration up to the rooftop with a three and a half hour beverage package and substantial canapés, set against sweeping rooftop views. Soak up the a…
Browse November by date
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What's on this weekend
Sun 1 Nov
Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5
Gravity Enduro is a next-level mountain biking experience. It’s an adrenaline-charged multi-stage race format designed around a series of uphills and exhilarat…
Sun 1 Nov
Christmas in Ipswich
Join the City of Ipswich as they celebrate the festive season in style with 'Christmas in Ipswich'! Christmas in Ipswich is a City-wide festive celebration run…
Sun 1 Nov
80s and 90s Singalong Paint and Sip by Paint Juicy in Kallangur
Paint Juicy hosts a 1980s and 1990s singalong paint and sip session in Kallangur, north of Brisbane in the Moreton Bay region. Guests gather for an afternoon o…
Sun 1 Nov
Night Of The Living Skate - Halloween With Gay Skate
This all-ages Halloween event welcomes everyone to skate, dance, and connect in a welcoming atmosphere. Dress: You know what to do. What: Gay Skate features li…
Sun 1 Nov
Free Live Broadcast - Tonga vs Samoa: Rugby League World Cup 2026
Big screen. Big atmosphere. Great food. Join fellow fans outdoors for an unforgettable Rugby League World Cup showdown between Tonga and Samoa. Kingston Butter…
Sun 1 Nov
Future Stars Film Festival
Lights. Camera. Brisbane! The Future Stars Film Festival (FSFF) The Future Stars Film Festival 2026 is a celebration of emerging high school filmmakers from ac…
Make November fit your dates.
- G'day! I know Brisbane pretty well — tell me when you're here and who you're with, or pick one of these 🐾
Markets, food and live music
Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5
Gravity Enduro is a next-level mountain biking experience. It’s an adrenaline-charged multi-stag...
Christmas in Ipswich
80s and 90s Singalong Paint and Sip by Paint Juicy in Kallangur
Night Of The Living Skate - Halloween With Gay Skate
Things to do in Brisbane this November
Beaches
Sand, surf and swim spots — all free.
Streets Beach Lagoon
Artificial lagoon in South Bank Parklands, enclosed by landscaped banks and city sky... FreeFamily
Nudgee Beach
Quiet bayside beach north of Brisbane with mudflats and mangrove edges, minimal deve... FreeQuiet
Cribb Island
Exposed island beach with rocky outcrops, minimal facilities, rarely crowded. FreeQuiet
Woody Point
Sheltered bay with mangrove edges and shallow muddy waters, low-key local spot. FreeQuiet
Nudgee Beach
Quiet bayside beach north of Brisbane with mudflats and mangrove edges, minimal deve... FreeQuiet
Cribb Island
Exposed island beach with rocky outcrops, minimal facilities, rarely crowded. FreeQuiet
Woody Point
Sheltered bay with mangrove edges and shallow muddy waters, low-key local spot. FreeQuiet
Walks & Nature
Free hinterland and coastal trails.
Simpson Falls
Simpson Falls is a cracking little walk tucked away near Mt Cootha. Less than a kilo... Free0.88 km
Fenceline
Fenceline is a 0.85km one-way in D'Aguilar National Park. Hard to identify from the... Free0.85 km
Turrbal Circuit Trail
The Turrbal Circuit is a neat little loop tucked away in D'Aguilar National Park—per... Free1.41 km
Golden Boulder Circuit
A ripper of a little loop through D'Aguilar National Park that takes you right up cl... Free1.07 km
Coming another month?
See what's on before you lock in your dates.
What's on nearby
Planning your November visit
Event details can change, so check before you go. Add anything you like to your plan and it stays in one place.
South Bank Parklands sits on the Brisbane River opposite the CBD, with a free man-made swimming lagoon at Streets Beach, riverside dining and walking paths. CityCat ferries run along the riv...
Spring warms to 24–26°C with long dry spells — prime beach and outdoor-event season before the summer humidity.
Is Brisbane worth visiting in November?
Yes. November is one of the better months for Brisbane, and there's plenty on including Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5, Christmas in Ipswich, 80s and 90s Singalong Paint and Sip by Paint Juicy in Kallangur.
How many days do you need in Brisbane?
Two to three days covers the beaches, a hinterland walk and the month's main events. Stretch to four or five with kids or a slower pace — the planner below builds it around your dates.
Is Brisbane busy in November?
November sits outside the main school-holiday peaks, so it's an easier time to get around and book.
What's on in Brisbane in November?
Highlights include Renegade Gravity Enduro Series Round 5, Christmas in Ipswich, 80s and 90s Singalong Paint and Sip by Paint Juicy in Kallangur — the dated calendar above has the full list with times.
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