The complete guide to live music in Townsville this weekend (Thu 27–Sat 29 Aug 2026). 4 shows across the city — find your next gig.
Here's what's on in Townsville for live music this weekend, Thu 27 Aug to Sat 29 Aug 2026. 4 shows across the city.
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
When: Friday 28 August 2026 at 6:30pm
Where: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Townsville City
Price: $From $31.00
Artists: Hans Zimmer
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Townsville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Sacred Heart Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is a tribute conc…
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BUSBY MAROU - 20 Years, 20 Gigs
When: Friday 28 August 2026 at 7:00pm
Where: The Warehouse Townsville, Townsville City
Price: $$61
Artists: Busby Marou
Twenty years ago, two mates started playing pubs in Rocky. They never stopped.Busby Marou have spent two decades building something rare in Australian music - a genuine connection with the people who show up. Gold and platinum records, a swag of awards, five ARIA Top 5 albums including a #1, million…
Candlelight: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
When: Friday 28 August 2026 at 8:30pm
Where: Sacred Heart Cathedral, Townsville City
Price: $From $30.00
Artists: Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay
[Fever] ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Townsville. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Ed Sheeran Meets Coldplay at Sacred Heart Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight. This is …
2026 NRL Telstra Premiership - Cowboys v Tigers + NRLW Knights
When: Saturday 29 August 2026 at 7:35pm
Where: Queensland Country Bank Stadium, Railway Estate
Artists: North Queensland Toyota Cowboys, Newcastle Knights
Running Times: Gate - 4:30pm Kick Off - 7:35pm *Times are approximate and subject to change. North Queensland Toyota Cowboys terms and conditions Patrons at Cowboys home games at Queensland Country Bank Stadium agree to abide by the rules at NRL events (https://www.cowboys.com.au/tickets/event-terms…
For the full list of upcoming shows, visit our What's On in Townsville This Weekend page — updated daily as new shows are announced.