The good times are back at the annual Valley Fiesta in Fortitude Valley! This year’s party will be extra special because it’s the festival’s 25th year!
Happening from the 25th to the 27th of November 2022, creatives and musicians will once again showcase their talents during the three-day extravaganza. This free event, described as “a street festival like no other,” is mounted by QMusic to help aspiring individuals get their foot at the door of the industry. More than 45 homegrown talents will be performing for the crowd.
Friday, 25 November 2022
On opening night, the whole stretch of King St will support live musicians who will play at various stages by serving tasty dishes at affordable prices in a fun food fair on the street. The King Street Food Fair will run from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, 26 November 2022
Saturday’s activities will include the Hidden Lanes Festivals featuring buskers, artists, face painters, and heaps of market stalls for the whole family to enjoy. Look for some treasures to enjoy with the entertainment along Winn Lane, Bakery Lane and California Lane from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
At night, various Fortitude Valley venues for ages 18 and above will run live events at these times and locations, including the debut of an astounding burlesque show!
| TIME | SHOW | LOCATION |
| 7:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. | ACCESS ALL AREAS – VALLEY FIESTA LIVE! | The Sound Garden with Voli K |
| 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. | HOLY HOLY – VALLEY FIESTA LIVE! | Fortitude Music Hall with WIIGZ AND Alter Boy |
| 8:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. | GORDI – VALLEY FIESTA LIVE! | The Brightside (Outdoors) with Jess Day and Cloe Terare |
| 7:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. | KIAN – VALLEY FIESTA LIVE! | Wolly Mammoth with Dean Brady and Ash Lune |
| 6:45 p.m. to 10:15 p.m. | DULCIE – VALLEY FIESTA LIVE! | Ric’s Backyard With DANCINGWATER and Andy Martin |
| 8:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. | SCRAPS | EC Venue With I Was Eros, Arig, Guppy and Doggie Heaven |
| 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. | MOSS | Kickons |
| 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. | SIREN AT STRANDED | unique and alluring night of voice, circus, burlesque, and drag artists |
Sunday, 27 November 2022
The last day’s activities will feature art, jazz, and a cultural celebration to keep the party vibe alive with a series of workshops as well as an initiative for social change.
| TIME | SHOW | LOCATION |
| 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. | HOT.LINE by QUIVR | Winn Lane |
| 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | 4ZZZ’S VALLEY FIESTA CARPARK SPECTACULAR | 4ZZZ carpark |
| TBA | ART, ETC… from ELEMENTS COLLECTIVE | Black Box Venue |
| 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. | JAZZ, ETC…from ELEMENTS COLLECTIVE | Black Box Venue |
| 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. | POINT OF CHANGE for People of Colour | Backdock Arts Courtyard |
Visit the official site to view the full program.
