Riverstage
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| Location | 59 Gardens Point Road, Brisbane |
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| Coordinates | 27°28′44.40″S 153°1′48.29″E / 27.4790000°S 153.0300806°ECoordinates: 27°28′44.40″S 153°1′48.29″E / 27.4790000°S 153.0300806°E |
| Owner | Brisbane City Council |
| Capacity | 9,500 |
| Surface | Concrete, grass |
| Opened | 7 September 1989 |
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| Riverstage online | |
Riverstage is an outdoor entertainment venue in Brisbane, Australia. The venue occupies a 2 ha site within the City Botanic Gardens and has a capacity of 9,500.
Riverstage was officially opened on 7 September 1989 by Lord Mayor of Brisbane, Sallyanne Atkinson. It was inspired by the temporary Riverstage used for World Expo '88 a year earlier. The venue formerly hosted the touring Soundwave festival; having its first show there in 2007 and returning in 2008. Brisbane band Powderfinger performed their final show at the venue in November 2010.
The maximum capacity for Riverstage events are:
- all ages event with bar - 8,000 patrons
- all ages event without bar - 9,500 patrons
- over 18's event with bar - 9,000 patrons
- over 18's without bar - 9,500 patrons
Food and drink outlets are located at various locations within Riverstage and supply a wide range of products.
Riverstage has wheelchair access through gate two.
The first aid station for all events is located to the right of the stage.
Riverstage is a no smoking venue. However, smoking is permitted in designated smoking areas.
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