QPAC

We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.

On Sale Thu 7 May 10:00 AM

$129 - $169 *

* A transaction fee of $7.50 applies.

Duration TBC

From sold out arena performances across Europe, the celebrated Dire Straits Experience bring their Long Highway World Tour to QPAC’s Concert Hall in August 2026.

Assembled by Dire Straits veteran Chris White and prodigious singer-guitarist Terence Reis, this world class ensemble reignites the greatest hits from Mark Knopfler’s platinum catalogue with the breath-taking skill and showmanship of the original 120-million-selling stadium phenomenon.

“Money for Nothing”, “Walk of Life”, “So Far Away”, “Brothers in Arms”, “Sultans of Swing”, “Romeo and Juliet”, “Tunnel of Love”, “Telegraph Road”, “Private Investigations” …and much more… in a two-hour show with full concert production.

The seven-piece ensemble has been handpicked from the highest echelons of the international touring circuit, with combined experience spanning amongst others, Mark Knopfler, Eric Clapton, Paul McCartney, Sam Brown, Elton John, Joe Cocker, Nik Kershaw, George Michael, Jamiroquai, The Killers, The Waterboys, Mick Jagger, Tina Turner, Midge Ure, Albert Lee, and Tom Jones.

Fans will be looking forward to the bands return and they won’t disappoint! Book Now!

Remarkable how you could just close your eyes and be transported back to an original Dire Straits gig. Brilliant musicians.

Past Audience Member
Totally blown away! Not just by the exceptional musicianship on display but also the quality of the sound that was delivered.

Past Audience Member
Amazing atmosphere, spine tingling riffs and outstanding performances. Fantastic vocals and instrumentals. Such a feeling of exhilaration.

Past Audience Member
The skill of these musicians is unbelievable. Some tracks literally took my breath away… beautiful and inspiring.

Past Audience Member
A brilliant, brilliant evening by musicians who are simply the top of their profession. Thank you… I’m still buzzing.

Past Audience Member