Brisbane Festival: Riverfire
Come alive with the dazzling Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust, one of Australia’s most electrifying fireworks displays and an unforgettable night of community celebrations.
Experience Foti Fireworks’ incredible displays as Brisbane’s iconic skyline comes to life. Whether you see the show from the Festival Village at South Bank, find a spot along Brisbane River, or tune in to Triple M’s live broadcast or Channel Nine’s exclusive television coverage, this explosive start to Brisbane Festival is not to be missed!
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
ADF Flyovers: Keep your eyes on the skies as the Australian Defence Force stages dramatic flypasts with fighter jets and helicopters before sunset.
Live Music & Performances: Enjoy free concerts and street performances throughout South Bank, the CBD, and Fortitude Valley.
Art & Atmosphere: From midday, expect pop-up art installations, light shows, and roving performers animating the city’s parks, bridges, and laneways.
FIREWORKS:
Time: Approx. 7:00 PM
Duration: 20 minutes
Launch Points: Brisbane River, Story Bridge, and rooftops around the CBD
Tip: Tune into Triple M or Channel Nine for a perfectly synced soundtrack experience.
Stick around after the fireworks for DJs, food trucks, and immersive night-time art installations at festival hubs
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