Brisbane’s Riverstage is gearing up for one of its biggest years yet, with a stacked run of international superstars, indie heroes, pop heavyweights and cult favourites rolling through in 2026. From global chart-toppers to nostalgic throwbacks, this year’s lineup has something for every kind of live-music lover — and with Brisbane only a quick trip from the Sunshine Coast, plenty of Coasties will be heading south for these massive nights.

Here’s your YELO guide to the biggest artists coming to Riverstage in 2026, with all the dates you need for planning your year of gigs.

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⭐ OneRepublic — 12 February

Pop-rock giants OneRepublic kick off the early-year energy with a huge Riverstage headline show on 12 Feb, bringing hits like Counting Stars, Rescue Me and I Lived. They’re joined by the incredible talents of Zara Larsson and Freya Ridings, making this one of the most stacked pop lineups of the year.

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⭐ Halsey — 17 February

Global alt-pop icon Halsey returns to Australia with a powerful, theatrical show on 17 Feb. Expect dark pop, stunning visuals and a crowd absolutely losing their minds. Halsey at Riverstage? Massive.

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⭐ Kesha — 19 February

Two nights later, Kesha storms the Riverstage on 19 Feb with glitter, chaos and all the hits — Die Young, We R Who We R, Tik Tok, Praying. A huge mid-Feb double header for pop fans.

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⭐ GIVĒON — 20 February

Smooth-voiced R&B king GIVĒON lands on 20 Feb, bringing emotional vocals and atmospheric soul under the stars. This one is made for people who want a night to just feel things.

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⭐ PULP — 24 February

Britpop legends PULP hit Riverstage on 24 Feb, serving up Common People, Disco 2000, Sorted for E’s & Wizz and all the cult favourites. This is a once-in-a-generation show for indie heads.

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⭐ Basement Jaxx — 1 March

Electronic icons Basement Jaxx turn Riverstage into a party on 1 March. Expect hits like Where’s Your Head At and Romeo, plus DJ-set chaos and dancefloor energy.

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⭐ Big Time Rush — 20 March

Huge nostalgia incoming — Big Time Rush bring the boy-band pop fun to Brisbane on 20 March. Massive for millennial + Gen Z crossover crowds.

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⭐ BABYMETAL — 22 March

Japanese kawaii-metal superstars BABYMETAL make their Brisbane return on 22 March, promising high energy, wild choreography and one of the most unique shows on the calendar.

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⭐ Pierce The Veil — 8 April

Post-hardcore heroes Pierce The Veil hit Riverstage on 8 April, with a huge fanbase already frothing for this one. Emo revival? Still alive and well.

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⭐ Boy & Bear — 8 May

Aussie favourites Boy & Bear bring their rich harmonies and folk warmth to Riverstage on 8 May — a perfect autumn night out for indie lovers.

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⭐ Bone Thugs-N-Harmony — 10 May

Hip-hop legends Bone Thugs-N-Harmony arrive on 10 May, bringing decades of classic tracks and pure rap history to Brisbane.

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⭐ Motionless In White — 28 June

Metalcore powerhouse Motionless In White take over on 28 June, drawing fans from all over Queensland.

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⭐ Electric Callboy — 12 September

The cult German electro-metal heroes Electric Callboy hit Riverstage on 12 September. Expect chaos. Expect neon. Expect wigs, jumps, sweat and screaming fans.

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⭐ Ashnikko — 25 September

Genre-bending alt-pop superstar Ashnikko lands on 25 September, bringing one of the most creative, high-energy shows of the year.

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⭐ 5 Seconds of Summer — 28 October

Closing out the Riverstage mega-season, Australia’s own 5 Seconds of Summer play 28 October, delivering a huge homecoming moment for fans across Queensland.

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⭐ It’s a massive year for SEQ live music

Brisbane’s Riverstage has dropped one of its strongest lineups in years — and with Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Brisbane all within driving distance, YELO readers can easily catch the biggest acts of 2026.

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