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  • 2027
  • José González
José González
  • Popular Music

otbjosegonzalez27 José González QPAC, South Bank, Handsome Tours Popular Music On the Banks José González

25 Feb 2027, From 6pm
Cultural Forecourt, South Bank
  • Join QPAC’s On the Banks Waitlist to be among the first to hear when José González goes on presale.

On Sale Fri 30 Oct 11:00 AM
$109.90 *
* A transaction fee of $7.90 applies.
4 hours
Set times to be announced, subject to change without notice

Overview

José González brings his distinctive folk sound to On the Banks

Internationally acclaimed Swedish-Argentinian singer-songwriter José González brings his signature folk sound, intricate fingerpicking and softly expressive vocals to Brisbane this summer, showcasing his latest album Against The Dying Of The Light.

Expect a captivating live experience spanning González’s acclaimed catalogue, including beloved tracks “Heartbeats” and “Crosses”, alongside music from his latest release.

Experience José González live at On the Banks for an unforgettable evening of intimate songwriting beside the Brisbane River.

Listen to José González below on Spotify:

Lineup

  • Main Act José González
  • Special Guests To be Announced

About On the Banks

On the Banks is an open-air concert series presented in collaboration between QPAC and South Bank. Hosted at the Cultural Forecourt, South Bank, against the stunning riverside backdrop of the Brisbane City skyline, this celebration of live music captures the essence of a Queensland summer – warm evenings, world-class performances, and an inviting community atmosphere. As the sun sets, On the Banks transforms the riverside into a hub of sound, connection, and creativity.

Important Information

Standing General Admission

This is a standing general admission event.

Gates open at 6pm. Set times will be announced closer to the event date.

Age Restriction

Strictly 15+ and those aged under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Warning

Haze, strobe and flashing lights will be used. This event is outdoors.

Ticket Dispatch

Tickets will be sent via email and scanned at entry. Tickets will be supplied 48 hours prior to performance date.

Ticket Limit

There is a maximum of 8 tickets per order. 

Official ticketing service for QPAC

QTIX is our official ticketing service with selected packages sold through authorised resellers only. Read more about purchasing tickets online.

Join QPAC’s On the Banks Waitlist to be amongst the first to know when José González and other On the Banks events go on presale.

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Discover more

Explore On the Banks, an outdoor music series held on the Cultural Forecourt at South Bank.

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    24 Feb 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    UK rock band Kasabian are bringing their brand-new chapter Act III to On the Banks.

  • Amyl and The Sniffers

    On the Banks Amyl and The Sniffers

    26 Feb 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Don’t miss Amyl and The Sniffers’ feral live energy and razor-sharp songwriting at On the Banks.

  • Geese

    On the Banks Geese – Getting Killed Again Tour

    27 Feb 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Gen Z’s first great American rock band Geese are bringing their wildly unpredictable, high-energy live show to On the Banks!

  • Leon Bridges

    On the Banks Leon Bridges

    28 Feb 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Experience an evening of joyful sounds, infectious grooves and timeless R&B with Leon Bridges at On the Banks.

  • On the Banks Madness

    2 Mar 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Get ready for a night of iconic songs, infectious energy and four decades of British pop history with Madness at On the Banks.

  • Fat Freddy’s Drop

    On the Banks Fat Freddy’s Drop

    5 Mar 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Fat Freddy’s Drop celebrate their 21st anniversary with a euphoric, diaphragm-wrecking night of genre-bending sounds at On the Banks.

  • The Avalanches

    On the Banks The Avalanches

    6 Mar 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Australian sonic innovators The Avalanches return to Brisbane, bringing their landmark sample-based sound to On the Banks.

  • Fatboy Slim

    On the Banks Fatboy Slim

    9 - 10 Mar 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Don’t miss Fatboy Slim, one of electronic music’s most iconic figures, as he brings his unmistakable, hedonistic energy to On the Banks.

  • Chase & Status

    On the Banks Chase & Status

    11 Mar 2027, From 6pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Chase & Status are bringing their forward-thinking electronic music to Brisbane for a high-energy night at On the Banks.

  • Pete Murray

    On the Banks Pete Murray

    13 Mar 2027, From 4pm
    Cultural Forecourt, South Bank

    Join Pete Murray, one of Australia’s most successful singer-songwriters as he brings his stunning catalogue of hits to On the Banks.

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