The Triffid

Live Music

The Triffid

📍 Newstead · 7/9 Stratton St, Newstead QLD 4006, Australia

Located in Newstead just outside Fortitude Valley, The Triffid has become one of Brisbane’s most iconic live music venues since opening in 2014. Housed inside a restored World War II aircraft hangar, the venue combines industrial heritage architecture with modern production, creating one of the most distinctive concert experiences in Queensland. The venue was founded by former Powderfinger bassist John Collins alongside major Australian music industry figures Paul Piticco, Jessica Ducrou and Brett McCall. Drawing from decades of touring experience, the team designed a venue focused equally on audience comfort, artist experience and sound quality. The Triffid features an approximately 800-capacity live room paired with a large outdoor beer garden built from converted shipping containers and open-air gathering spaces. The combination of indoor concerts and outdoor social areas gives the venue a unique atmosphere that differs from traditional theatres and nightclubs. Known for its excellent acoustics and artist-friendly design, The Triffid has hosted an enormous range of international and Australian acts across indie, rock, hip-hop, electronic music, punk, metal, folk and alternative genres. Over the past decade it has become one of Brisbane’s most respected and influential live music venues. Its location between Newstead, James Street and Fortitude Valley places it within easy reach of Brisbane’s entertainment precinct while maintaining a slightly more relaxed atmosphere than the centre of the Valley.

The Triffid events and nightlife

This Brisbane venue guide is designed to help locals and visitors discover live music, club nights, parties and entertainment spaces across the city. Check official venue information before travelling.

Opening hours

Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM
Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM

The Triffid Beer Garden operates throughout the week for food, drinks and casual visitors, while concert door times vary depending on scheduled performances. Ticket desks generally open around one hour before event doors.

Nearby nightlife and transport

Nearby Nightlife

Within walking distance of The Triffid are some of Brisbane’s most popular dining and nightlife destinations:

sAme sAme — modern Thai dining on James Street.
The Calile Hotel — poolside bars and luxury hospitality.
QA Hotel — riverside pub and live entertainment venue.
The Boo — popular craft beer venue.
Netherworld — arcade bar and gaming venue.
Cloudland — one of Brisbane’s largest nightlife destinations.

The nearby James Street precinct also offers boutique bars, restaurants, rooftop venues and late-night dining options popular with concertgoers before and after shows.

Transport Notes
Approximately 15 minutes' walk from Fortitude Valley railway station.
Multiple bus services operate along Ann Street, Commercial Road and James Street.
Easy rideshare access with dedicated pickup areas nearby.
Several commercial parking stations are located throughout Newstead and Fortitude Valley.
Close to James Street, Howard Smith Wharves and Brisbane CBD.

Because of its position outside the busiest parts of Fortitude Valley, The Triffid generally offers easier post-show access to rideshares and parking compared with larger venues in the entertainment precinct.

Upcoming events at The Triffid

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10SEP
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Swervedriver

📅 THU 10 SEP 2026

Swervedriver at The Triffid. Check the official listing before travelling as event details can change.

17SEP
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Lebanon Hanover

📅 THU 17 SEP 2026

Lebanon Hanover at The Triffid. Check the official listing before travelling as event details can change.

18SEP
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mike.

📅 FRI 18 SEP 2026

mike. at The Triffid. Check the official listing before travelling as event details can change.

26SEP
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Rose Tattoo

📅 SAT 26 SEP 2026

Rose Tattoo at The Triffid. Check the official listing before travelling as event details can change.