Harry Oakman Pavilion at Roma Street Parkland
1 Parkland Blvd, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Located in the upper parkland, the Harry Oakman Pavilion combines contemporary design with sweeping views across the city and parklands. The pavilion and adjoining lawn provide a flexible setting for weddings, ceremonies, corporate functions and community gatherings, with the option to host events outdoors or undercover in wet weather. Shaded by a large fig tree and framed by scenic outlooks, this adaptable space offers an elegant and practical backdrop for both professional events and intimate celebrations.
Features:
- Flexible wet weather options
- Pavilion size 100m2
- Lawn size 550m2
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Reviews for Roma Street Parkland
Andrew
Roma Street Parkland is one of Brisbane's most beautiful and underrated attractions, and honestly one of the best free things to do in the city. Whether you are looking for a peaceful morning walk, a stunning place to unwind, or a unique nature experience right in the heart of the CBD, this parkland delivers on all fronts. The gardens are absolutely breathtaking vibrant tropical flowers, lush green landscapes, and gorgeous scenic lookouts around every corner. It is the kind of place that genuinely surprises you with how scenic and well maintained it is. One of the highlights has to be spotting the Western Water Dragons that call the parkland home. Seeing these amazing reptiles basking along the paths and waterways makes every visit feel like a real wildlife encounter. Nature lovers will absolutely love it. The walking paths are well shaded, easy to navigate. It is a fantastic spot for a solo morning walk, a relaxed stroll with friends, or even a family outing. There is always something beautiful to see no matter what season you visit. If you are visiting Brisbane and want to experience amazing scenery, native wildlife, and stunning gardens all in one place, Roma Street Parkland is not to be missed. Highly recommended for locals and tourists.
Jeevitha Selvam
The Enchanted Garden is a beautiful, immersive light experience that transforms the Roma Street Parkland into a glowing wonderland. The pathways are filled with colourful lights, gentle music and stunning projections that make the whole walk feel magical. It’s perfect for families, couples or anyone who enjoys a relaxing evening stroll with lots of photo opportunities. I loved the atmosphere and how well the display blends with the natural garden surroundings. It’s also very family friendly and easy to walk through, even with prams or kids. At the end of the trail, there are lots of food trucks offering great snacks, desserts and drinks, which makes it a nice way to finish the night. It adds to the festive vibe and gives you time to sit, relax and enjoy the atmosphere even more. The only downside is the crowding during peak times, some sections get slow because everyone stops for photos. Choosing a later session or a weekday helps make the experience more comfortable. Overall, it’s a lovely, affordable event that brings a bit of magic to Brisbane during the festive season. Definitely worth visiting at least once!
Gavin
I really enjoyed my visit to Roma Street Parkland. It’s such a peaceful spot right in the middle of Brisbane — beautifully landscaped with colourful gardens, shady trees, and walking paths. Great place to unwind, have a picnic, or just enjoy the scenery. Everything was spotless and well cared for, and it’s super easy to get to from Roma Street Station. Definitely one of my favourite places in the city.
Crystal the explorer
The enchanted gardens is a magical fairytale dream. Designed for both kids and adults it takes me back to my childhood of colour, fun, excitement and adventure. Highly recommend for all age groups.
Philip Jones
A lovely park mainly maintained by volunteers. Nice walks and waterfalls, flower gardens and tropical plants and trees, with seating areas throughout.small cafe with outdoor seating that serves ice cream, sorbets and gelato's.
Other spaces at this venue
The Amphitheatre
The Amphitheatre provides an atmospheric setting for outdoor music and theatre performances and concerts, movie screenings and cultural celebrations. A robust and versatile outdoor entertainment facility consisting of a full stage set up including dressing rooms and a green room area making it well suited to large-scale productions. Audiences can enjoy both the permanent seating and the expansive grassed hillside, which provides additional capacity and creates a relaxed, festival-style atmosphere.
Features:
- Natural amphitheatre seating across three grassed banks
- Large, purpose built performance stage (27m wide x 13m deep / 260m2)
- Seating area size 700m2
Celebration Precinct
The magnificent Celebration Precinct, encompassing both Celebration Lawn and Banyan Lawn, is one of Roma Street Parkland’s most sought-after venues for major community events, cultural celebrations and large public gatherings. This expansive, open and level space offers outstanding flexibility for a wide range of event formats. Framed by mature Banyan trees that provide character and natural shade, and anchored by the striking water wall, the precinct delivers a dramatic and memorable backdrop within the parkland’s lush landscape.
Features:
- Expansive, open and level lawn area suitable for large-scale events
- Celebration Lawn size 3,026m2
- Banyan Lawn size 1,730m2
- Iconic water wall creating a dramatic visual backdrop
Lakeside Precinct
The Lakeside Lawn features wide open lawns with picturesque views across the forest and lake, complemented by nearby lakeside walkways and picnic facilities. This versatile outdoor venue is ideal for smaller concerts, community celebrations, wellness activities, corporate events and team games. With ample space for multiple marquees, it offers a relaxed and flexible setting for guests to gather and enjoy the natural surrounds. For larger events, the precinct can be combined with the adjoining Celebration Precinct to provide increased capacity and greater event flexibility.
Features:
- Wide open lawn with forest and lake views
- Lakeside Lawn size 3,387m2
- Lakeside walkway and picnic facilities nearby
- Can be combined wiht the Celebration Precinct for larger events
Spring Hill Corner
Spring Hill Corner features sweeping, leafy lawns shaded by large heritage trees, creating a versatile setting for both professional and social events. With views across the city skyline, this elevated space is perfect for corporate functions, cocktail events and team gatherings. The inclusion of onsite BBQ facilities adds a relaxed, social element, making it ideal for everything from special celebrations to informal team-building activities.
Features:
- Onsite BBQ facilities
- Spring Hill Corner size 2,500m2
Sunset Glade
Positioned in the heart of the parkland, Sunset Glade is a versatile outdoor space offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for a wide range of events. Tucked away from the main thoroughfare, it provides a tranquil atmosphere surrounded by stunning mature trees, lush greenery and dappled sunshine. The flat, open lawn is ideal for ceremonies, celebrations, corporate functions, wellness activities, community events and intimate gatherings, creating a memorable backdrop for any occasion.
Features:
- Onsite BBQ facilities
- Sunset Glade size 200m2
Palm Tree Court
Nestled within a private pocket of the parklands, Palm Tree Court is framed by striking tall palms, creating an elegant and intimate atmosphere. This versatile space is ideal for weddings, corporate gatherings and private celebrations, with the beauty of a magnificent fig tree and the dappled shade of Crepe Myrtle trees providing a picturesque natural backdrop. Perfect for ceremonies, networking events or intimate receptions, Palm Tree Court is well suited to smaller occasions followed by a toast on the lawn.
Features:
- Built-in seating areas
- Palm Tree Court size 90m2
Flying Duck
Resting gracefully over the water, The Flying Duck offers beautiful views across the lake, lawns and surrounding gardens. Guests arrive via a rainforest walkway, leading to a gently curving boardwalk that doubles as a natural aisle. The covered platform provides a sophisticated and intimate setting, making it ideal for small ceremonies and events in a truly unique over-water location.
Features:
- Unique semi-covered structure
- Flying Duck size 20m2
Celebration Lawn
The Celebration Lawn, part of the wider Celebration Precinct, is a spacious, open and level area designed for versatility. Ideal for major community gatherings, cultural festivals and public celebrations, the lawn is framed by mature Banyan trees and anchored by a striking water wall, creating an impressive and memorable event backdrop.
Features:
- Expansive, open and level lawn area suitable for large-scale events
- Celebration Lawn size 3,026m2
- Iconic water wall creating a dramatic visual backdrop
Carriage Shed - Junction Room
Transform your business meetings and training sessions in the Junction Room, where modern amenities meet a comfortable atmosphere designed for productivity. chairs. The room is set up in a U-Shape layout, with 19 chairs. There are 5 additional chairs in the room. Clients can adjust the room to their preferred setup, as long as the room is reset back the original layout by the end of the booking.
Included in the room hire is 24 chairs, 9 tables, 1 presentation table, a
75inch LCD Screen, and 2 x large whiteboards.
Carriage Shed - Signal Room
Available to book on its own for small groups, or enhance your Carriage Shed experience with the Signal Room, an ideal add-on to the Junction Room for breakout sessions or focused discussions.
Included in the room hire is 6 chairs, 1 table, a 50inch LCD Screen, 1 x large wall-mounted whiteboard.