The countdown to Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust is officially on!
Kicking off this year’s Brisbane Festival program on Saturday August 31, Riverfire is less than a week away and we can hardly contain our excitement.
With the date now in sight, it’s time to start thinking about your plans for Brisbane’s greatest fireworks display. We’re talking everything from boujee riverside dining experiences and local cheap eats to travel plans, accessibility and more…
Party Like A VIP…
Want to take your Riverfire experience to the next level? Party like a VIP at one of South Banks luxe riverside restaurants! Expect beautifully curated eats, drinks packages, killer views and more. Availability is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot ASAP! You can view what experiences are still available here…
Keep It Simple With These Top Takeaway Eats…
If keeping it simple is more your style, grab a quick and easy bite at one of South Bank’s many relaxed eateries. Whether you’re craving a fresh slice of cheesy pizza (shout out to Brooklyn Slice) or a cheeky Zeus feed, you’ll find plenty of options that are easy on the tastebuds. To save you the hassle, we’ve rounded up our fave takeaway eats for Riverfire here.
Getting Here…
Don’t get caught out this year with parking or public transport, plan ahead! Find out more information about public transport options here. Please note South Bank Car Park entry and exit until 7:15pm is available via Glenelg Street. Entry and exit available via Tribune Street until 4:00pm. After 4:00pm no entry is available from Tribune Street, exit only until approximately 9.30pm when Grey Street is clear of pedestrians.
Accessibility
Please note that the Goodwill Bridge will be closed to pedestrians and cyclists between 4pm and 8pm on Saturday August 31, and the Neville Bonner Bridge will have restricted access to pedestrians from 9:00am. Fully closed to cyclists all day. Closed from 4:00pm to 10:00pm.
Various streets in South Brisbane will also be closed in the lead up to and following Riverfire, including the Tribune Street car park entry from 4pm (exit only until approx 9:30pm when Grey St is clear of pedestrians). Entry and exit to car park via Glenelg Street is available until 7:15pm. For full details on road and bridge closures, click here…
