Overview
Brisbane's latest nightlife spot wants to wow patrons before they even step foot through the door. It's keen to make its customers feel like they've been whisked somewhere far from the Queensland capital, too. First up, to get inside, you need to step along an LED walkway that has the entrance glowing, its stairs as well, then clubgoers once you're in. And those vibes from places far beyond the River City? Ibiza, Miami and Las Vegas are all influences.
Enigma opened in Brisbane to start off August 2024, giving Fortitude Valley a new nightclub. The Brunswick Street spot boasts a $9.3-million fitout, which attendees can enjoy on Friday and Saturday evenings. As the luminous sights and overseas inspirations make plain, the aim is to whisk clubgoers away from their routine even if they're not leaving Brissie.
"It targets those seeking an escape," explains Hallmark Hospitality Group's Cade Hopman, with the hospitality adding Enigma to its array of venues.
Visuals also accompany the beats inside, in a space that joins Maggie May, Lefty's Music Hall, The Lord Alfred and Hey Chica! are among the company's fellow venues in Brisbane. Retro's and Finn McCool's have locations both here and on the Gold Coast. And the latter is also home to The Cavill Hotel, Sandbar, Lost Kingdom and Asylum — while Hallmark is also behind The Spotted Cow in Toowoomba.
Enigma's resident tune-spinners include Tasha Lee, Curdin, SF Fudge, Sophie Bridges, Nestor Vargas and Apolloco, setting the mood whether you're hitting the dance floor or hanging out in the seven booths surrounding the DJ in the VIP area.
As for the drinks options, classics such as margaritas, Long Island iced teas, Aperol spritzes and espresso martinis sit alongside the club's signature sip. Opt for The Enigma and you'll be drinking vodka, white rum, gin, blue curacao and raspberry, plus Red Bull.
Find Engima at 299 Brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley — open from 9pm–4am Friday–Saturday. Head to the venue's website for more details.