Ric's Bar
Ric's Bar is a Fortitude Valley fixture recognised for its role in fostering emerging musical talent. It serves as an incubator venue for bands to refine their sound and launch into the music industry, having hosted notable acts before they achieved widespread recognition. The venue features a dedicated space for live music, which moved from the front bar to an upgraded backyard area in 2020, enhancing its capacity for performances and audience exposure. All musical acts are paid for their performances. Ric's maintains a gig guide showcasing upcoming performances, reflecting its focus on live music. It also offers facilities for functions and provides opportunities for bands to book performance slots. The venue prides itself on being a launchpad for future stars within Brisbane's music scene.
- Type
- Live Music
- Address
- 321 Brunswick Street
- Suburb
- Fortitude Valley
- Website
- https://ricsbar.com.au/
Vibes: Local favourite, Live DJ, Fun, High Energy, Open late, Dancefloor, Social, Big Night Out
Events
- Club Broadway: BRISBANE "Wicked Halloween Ball" — 2026-11-07 — The Beaumont Brisbane — Fortitude Valley — $35
- Panic! at the Woke Parade — 2026-11-07 — The Brightside — Fortitude Valley — $17.35
- Worm Girlz + Cry Club + FVNERAL Presents The Gay Agenda — 2026-12-05 — The Brightside — Fortitude Valley — $38.80
- Big Gay Piano Bar - BRISBANE — 2026-11-14 — The Wickham — Fortitude Valley — $20
- Robert Baxter - PARTYANIMAL EAST COAST EP TOUR — 2026-11-13 — QUIVR — Fortitude Valley — $22.70
- Femme Follies Christmas — 2026-12-04 — The Wickham — Fortitude Valley — $43.90
- Tropical Fruits: MELTED — 2026-11-07 — QUIVR — Fortitude Valley — $25
- Saturday Night Comedy: Queer Show & Women's Show — 2026-11-21 — Big Fork Theatre — Fortitude Valley — $21.80
- Christmas Bingo at Osbourne Hotel — 2026-11-29 — Osbourne Hotel — Fortitude Valley — $25
- Sundaylicious Brisbane | Jan 17 | Sunday 1PM-7PM | Osbourne Hotel — 2027-01-17 — Osbourne Hotel — Fortitude Valley — $27.78
- THE GRAND DEBUT — MISS CHEIFF COSMETICS LAUNCH PARTY — 2026-12-03 — The Wickham — Fortitude Valley — Free
- P.L.X. HUMAN RESOURCE / BRISBANE — 2026-11-21 — Kommunity Nightclub — Fortitude Valley — $44
What's on at Ric's Bar
Nights at Ric's Bar are listed here as they're announced
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What's on near Fortitude Valley
This SaturdayClub Broadway: BRISBANE "Wicked Halloween Ball"
This SaturdayPanic! at the Woke Parade
SAT 5 DECFinal release — Only the last ticket release is still on sale.Worm Girlz + Cry Club + FVNERAL Presents The Gay Agenda
SAT 14 NOVBig Gay Piano Bar - BRISBANE
FRI 13 NOVSold out — No tickets left through the official seller.Robert Baxter - PARTYANIMAL EAST COAST EP TOUR
FRI 4 DECFemme Follies Christmas
About Ric's Bar
Ric's Bar is a Fortitude Valley fixture recognised for its role in fostering emerging musical talent. It serves as an incubator venue for bands to refine their sound and launch into the music industry, having hosted notable acts before they achieved widespread recognition. The venue features a dedicated space for live music, which moved from the front bar to an upgraded backyard area in 2020, enhancing its capacity for performances and audience exposure. All musical acts are paid for their performances. Ric's maintains a gig guide showcasing upcoming performances, reflecting its focus on live music. It also offers facilities for functions and provides opportunities for bands to book performance slots. The venue prides itself on being a launchpad for future stars within Brisbane's music scene.
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