Welcome
Brisbane’s most flexible event space
The historic Brisbane Showgrounds is a world-class events and lifestyle precinct located just 1.5km from the city’s CBD.
Home to the state-of-the-art Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC), a four and a half star Rydges Hotel and vibrant King Street dining and retail hub, making it a sought-after and leading events destination.
Whether it’s an intimate gathering for 20 or an event for 25,000, the Brisbane Showgrounds offers the largest and most versatile range of indoor and outdoor venues in Queensland, to suit any occasion.
Ready for hundreds or thousands
From corporate functions and conferences to music festivals,
more than 250 events hosting a total of one million people are
staged at the Showgrounds each year, including Queensland’s
largest event the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka).
The Royal ICC is one of Queensland’s largest convention and exhibition centres featuring 4,000 square metres of event space.
Sustainably Minded
The Royal ICC is Australia’s only convention centre awarded Green Globe Certification in sustainability
The Royal International Convention Centre (Royal ICC) has been awarded Green Globe Certification, making it one of the most
environmentally sustainable event venues of its kind in the nation. We’re proud our Royal ICC has become Australia’s only convention centre to achieve this certification from the global leader in sustainability certification – Green Globe.
17 - 19 Jul
Brisbane Gin Festival 2026
The Brisbane Gin Festival will be back in 2026 with a tasty mix of Aussie craft gin distillers keen for you to sample their latest batch of hand-crafted gins.
28 - 29 Mar
Fashion Thrift Society 2026
Australia’s biggest curated fashion market returns to Brisbane!
07 Mar
Performance Pulse Expo
The BIGGEST car show in Brisbane is BACK and it’s going to be even bigger and better than ever!
23 Apr - 03 May
Footloose: The Musical
Get ready to cut loose! The ’80s sensation Footloose is storming into Brisbane - bigger, bolder, and more explosive than ever.
12 - 14 Feb
FRANKIE4 Brisbane Pop-Up Sale Event
You’re invited to FRANKIE4 In The City, the Brisbane Pop-Up Sale Event.
19 - 21 Jun
Brisbane Sake Festival
The Brisbane Sake Festival is a refreshed Japanese sake experience, bringing together premium sake, food, and culture in a relaxed and welcoming setting at the Brisbane Showgrounds.
03 - 04 Apr
Easter Extravanganza - Antique, Collectable, Record & Coin Fair
Join us for our spectacular Easter Extravaganza at the iconic Brisbane Showgrounds – John Reid Pavilion, bringing together over 60 specialist dealers for a premium indoor shopping experience across the Easter weekend.
21 Mar
The Brazilian Carnival 2026
Brisbane turns into Brazil for one unforgettable night — samba, percussion, dancers, live performances, DJs, Brazilian food, and a crowd that comes dressed to express.
18 - 19 Apr
Brisbane Illustration Fair 2026
The Brisbane Illustration Fair (BIF) is a market-style fair showcasing emerging and established illustrators for the general public.
Home to the state-of-the-art Royal International Convention Centre
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