Sunnyboys in 2026. Photo: Supplied.
Sunnyboys in Brisbane, reggae on the Gold Coast and a folk-filled weekend in Far North Queensland: here are five live-music picks for October 23–25, plus a Northern Rivers stop across the border.
Updated October 23, 2026. YELO’s weekly weekend edit brings together one pick from each of our five coverage regions. We refresh this story every Thursday; the regional gig guides have more shows to explore.
1. Sunnyboys, The Clouds and VSPY VSPY — Brisbane
Friday, October 23 · from 5pm · 18+
The Amphitheatre, Roma Street Parkland
Sunnyboys return for an exclusive Australian show, with The Clouds, VSPY VSPY and Mick Medew & Ursula 4 also on the bill. An outdoor amphitheatre and a stack of Australian guitar bands make this our Friday pick for Brisbane.
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2. Conrad Sewell — Sunshine Coast
Saturday, October 24 · 7pm · 18+
Kings Beach Tavern, Caloundra
Conrad Sewell brings his acoustic tour to Caloundra with Billie Rose supporting. The stripped-back format puts his voice and songs at the centre, with familiar material and new music on the programme. A smaller-room show for anyone who likes their pop with a strong soul streak.
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3. Katchafire with Mike Love — Gold Coast
Saturday, October 24 · 7pm · 18+
Burleigh Town Hotel, West Burleigh
New Zealand reggae band Katchafire team up with special guest Mike Love for a Saturday night at Burleigh Town Hotel. With reggae, roots and the band’s Māori musical influences in the mix, this is the pick for a warmer groove and a roomful of people moving together.
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4. Tablelands Folk Festival — Regional Queensland
Friday–Sunday, October 23–25
Various venues, Yungaburra, Atherton Tablelands
Head north for a whole village of music. Tablelands Folk Festival brings more than 50 local and national acts to Yungaburra, with folk, rock, blues, swing and jazz alongside comedy, workshops and a Kids Fest. Check the festival programme for individual venues, sessions and ticket options.
Tickets and event details → More Regional Queensland gigs →
5. Mudhoney — Tweed + Northern Rivers
Sunday, October 25 · 7pm NSW time · 18+
The Northern, Byron Bay, NSW
Across the border, Seattle garage-punk pioneers Mudhoney finish the weekend at The Northern, supported by Vandalism Angel. Expect fuzz-heavy guitars and the rough edges that helped shape the Seattle sound. Queensland readers travelling south: the listed 7pm start is NSW daylight-saving time, which is 6pm in Queensland.
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Dates and times are local to each venue. Check the organiser’s page for current availability and any last-minute changes.
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This weekend at Peregian Beach Hotel
Andrea Kirwin plays Friday, October 23, Simon Meola takes Saturday, October 24, and Anna & Jordan round out Sunday, October 25. PBH’s current programme lists all three from 3pm.
Meet the artists in our PBH October feature →
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Plan ahead: Blackflag Brewing
The Rubens bring their Group Therapy tour to Blackflag Coolum on Thursday, October 29. Looking further ahead, YELO’s Blackflag feature covers JET, The Big Weekend, Karnivool and more across the Coolum and Mooloolaba rooms.
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Peregian Beach Hotel and Blackflag Brewing are paid YELO venue members.
Find more gigs this weekend
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