Riverstage is an outdoor concert venue in Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens, at 59 Gardens Point Road. A broad grassy hill rises in front of the stage, giving you room to sit or stand and a view across the grounds. The calendar ranges from local and international music acts to family and community events. Food vans and a bar serve concertgoers, and the open-air setting brings views towards the Brisbane River and South Bank. Check the forecast before you go, since performances take place outdoors.
Concerts in the gardens
Riverstage is Brisbane City Council’s outdoor venue in the City Botanic Gardens. It opened in 1989 and hosts music concerts, festivals, exhibitions, shows, and family and community events. The program includes local, national and international acts, from smaller Australian performers to large-scale concerts.
The venue has a capacity of around 10,000. Events differ in scale and format, so check the event details before planning your visit.
Finding a place to watch
A large grassy hill faces the stage. You can sit on the grass or stand higher up the slope, with space to spread out during shows. The open setting also looks towards the Brisbane River and South Bank, and the sound carries up the hill from the stage.
Arriving early gives you more choice of where to settle. If you want a designated place, consider booking allocated seating. At standing events, people moving around or standing in front can affect your view.
Food, access and weather
Food vans and a bar serving alcoholic drinks are available at the venue. Concertgoers often get food and drinks before performances begin, so plan your stop around the event rather than assuming you can leave it until later.
Riverstage has wheelchair-accessible seating, an accessible entrance and restrooms, along with accessible parking. The venue is outdoors, so check the forecast and bring suitable rain gear. Umbrellas are not allowed.
Perguntas frequentes
Where is Riverstage?
Riverstage is at 59 Gardens Point Road, in Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens.
Is Riverstage an outdoor venue?
Yes. Concerts take place outdoors, on a site with a grassy hill facing the stage.
Can you buy food and drinks at Riverstage?
Food vans and a bar are available at the venue.
Is Riverstage wheelchair accessible?
The venue has wheelchair-accessible seating, an accessible entrance and restrooms, and accessible parking.
