Brisbane’s biggest free street party Valley Fiesta returns on Saturday 11 October 2025, taking over Fortitude Valley with an unmissable celebration of live music.
Hockey Dad, Brisbane’s own Sycco and Keli Holiday (of ARIA-winning duo Peking Duk) lead this year’s electric lineup.
They will be joined by rising stars TYDE, winner of the 2025 QUBE Effect Lord Mayor’s Live Event Award, who will open the Brunswick Street Main Stage from 4pm.
Now in its 29th year, Valley Fiesta transforms the city’s iconic entertainment precinct with 26 national and local acts across two main stages in the Brunswick Street and Valley Malls.
DJ sets will also take over Winn Lane, keeping the beats going from 2pm till late.
With a free program and something for everyone, Valley Fiesta is the perfect opportunity for visitors and residents to get out and embrace Brisbane’s unmatched lifestyle.
Valley Fiesta is presented by Brisbane City Council and delivered in partnership with QMusic and The Tivoli.
For more information and to explore the full, free Valley Fiesta program, visit Council’s website.
Quotes attributable to Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner
“Valley Fiesta is an electrifying celebration of music, culture and community that shines a spotlight on Brisbane’s best local talent.
“Each year, the festival draws thousands to Fortitude Valley, lighting up our streets, stages, and laneways with live music, all while backing local business.
“We’re proud to keep delivering free and affordable events across the suburbs – creating more to see and do and reinforcing Brisbane’s reputation as Australia’s lifestyle capital.”
Quotes attributable to Councillor Vicki Howard
“We’re enhancing Brisbane’s unbeatable lifestyle with free events like Valley Fiesta that showcase and support our local artists.
“Fortitude Valley is the beating heart of Brisbane’s entertainment district, with the highest concentration of live music venues in the country.
“For more than 25 years, Valley Fiesta has brought world-class Brisbane talent to the stage and Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner and I are proud to support this event and the artists that help make our city a great place to live, work and relax.”
Quotes attributable to CEO of QMusic, Kris Stewart
“Valley Fiesta is the ultimate celebration of Brisbane’s rich music and arts scene.
“It’s a chance to discover emerging talent, champion local creatives and experience the incredible cultural diversity that defines our city.
“It’s bold, it’s free, and it’s for everyone – so come and be part of the party!”
EVENT DETAILS:
Valley Fiesta
Saturday 11 October
From 2pm – 12am, bands start at 3:30pm
Fortitude Valley Brunswick Street Mall and surrounds
Cost: Free event for all ages
FESTIVAL LINEUP:
BRUNSWICK STREET STAGE:
- Hockey Dad
- The Lazy Eyes
- VOIID
- Special Features
- Lottie McLeod
- GRAIN DJ’s
- Zang! Records DJ’s
- Pash Planet DJ’s
- The Junk Bar DJ’s
VALLEY MALL STAGE:
- Sycco
- Keli Holiday
- Sonic Reducer
- Tjaka
- TYDE
WINN LANE QUIVR STAGE
- Baby Paws & Aunty Stan
- Discrete Pete
- Patricia
- Orosa
- Tasha Lee
- Saie
- Melanin Mami
- Zed Moro
