Show More Photos
Show More Photos

Main Arena at Brisbane Showgrounds


Why you'll love this venue

  • World-class and lifestyle precinct
  • 1.5 kilometres from city CBD
  • Home to the Royal International Convention Centre
The magnificent open space of the Main Area invokes a sense of the spectacular. From music festivals and sports days to large scale dinners and expos, this space is one of the most well-known and historically significant spaces in Brisbane. The sheer size of the arena, the onsite facilities and inner-city location make this an unsurpassable venue in terms of convenience and the elusive wow-factor.

Contact Main Arena

4.3 (3967)
Google icon

Usually responds within 24 hours


Packages, Menus & Offers

Please note, that pricing and inclusions may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.


Room Layouts & Capacity

Standing18000

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab$
Coffee / Tea$
Filtered Water$
Venue Offers Catering$

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone$
Projector$
Speakers$
Stage$
TV$

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Accommodation$
Dance Floor$
External Music or DJ$
Furniture Hire$
Lighting$
Natural light
On-Site Parking$
Outdoor Space
Restroom
Security$
Sustainable
WiFi

Google iconReviews for Brisbane Showgrounds

Boon Hoe Chew profile photo

Boon Hoe Chew

August 19, 2024

The Ekka is always a fun day. Saw the dog show, the fabulous cakes and art work. Had a ride, got show bags and saw more gorgeous animals. 💯

Penny Roberts profile photo

Penny Roberts

August 20, 2024

Ekka was amazing and can't wait for Octoberfest next. Wonderful huge grounds and facilities all around! I wish I could have stayed for the Fireworks and enjoys the entire time! Looking forward to next year 🙂

Mansory_ profile photo

Mansory_

August 21, 2024

Went twice this year for ekka and I had so much fun! Me and my friends spent a few hours there trying some of the food, watching people shear sheep’s and getting educated about milk production in Australia. I highly recommend coming to the Ekka it is just a few days a year and it’s totally worth it! Do something different get out of your routine, try new things.

Helen McKean profile photo

Helen McKean

August 15, 2024

The Ekka is always a fun day. Saw the dog show, the fabulous cakes and art work. Had a ride, got show bags and saw more gorgeous animals. 💯

Wendy Barnes profile photo

Wendy Barnes

August 10, 2024

Always something to do at the show grounds during EKKA time! It’s a kind of nostalgia that comes with fond childhood memories of returning to the EKKA year after year. If you haven’t had a Dagwood dog, a Strawberry Sundae and two nostrils filled with the glorious smells of the cattle and livestock and stayed for the night show, you haven’t truly experienced all that the show grounds can offer.


Venue Hours

Monday08:00am-Midnight
Tuesday08:00am-Midnight
Wednesday08:00am-Midnight
Thursday08:00am-Midnight
Friday08:00am-Midnight
Saturday08:00am-Midnight
Sunday08:00am-Midnight
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

AGMAwards DinnerChristmas PartyCocktail PartyCorporate FunctionEnd of Financial Year PartyExhibitionFunctionGala DinnerNetworking EventProduct LaunchSchool FormalTrade ShowTrivia NightUniversity BallWedding