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Brisbane Powerhouse is one of Brisbane’s most strategically valuable event venues — not just for its scale and visual impact, but for how effectively it supports serious business events alongside world‑class arts and cultural programming. Located riverside at New Farm, the Powerhouse offers a rare combination of large-format conference infrastructure, flexible breakout spaces, and constant public activation, making it particularly well suited to modern corporate events that aim to engage, energise and retain attendees.
As the official contracted catering partner for Brisbane Powerhouse, Wine & Dine’m works closely with the venue’s event planning and production teams to support everything from recurring corporate conferences to major exhibitions, gala dinners, weddings and private events.
Why Brisbane Powerhouse works for corporate events (now more than ever)
With the upcoming closure of Victoria Park for the 2032 Olympics, demand for well-equipped, inner-city corporate venues is set to increase significantly. Brisbane Powerhouse is already positioned to absorb this demand thanks to:
Multiple conference-capable spaces under one roof
Purpose-built theatre-style auditoriums for large-scale presentations
Adjacent breakout, networking and catering areas
Onsite production, AV and event planning expertise from both your caterer and venue.
For organisations running Business Alignment sessions, quarterly town halls, annual conferences or recurring training programs, this means less compromise between scale, flow and experience.
Event spaces at Brisbane Powerhouse (Match-making you with the perfect space)
Below is a practical overview of each major event space, focused on how corporate and private clients actually use them.
Powerhouse Theatre
Best for: Plenary sessions, large conferences, keynote presentations, awards nights, gala dinners
Capacity: up to 500 cocktail / 320 seated
Key planning advantages:
Fully retractable seating bank allowing transition from theatre-style presentations to flat-floor dining or networking (458m² open floor)
In-built production infrastructure suitable for high-spec AV and live recording
Strong sightlines and acoustics for large audiences
Ideal use case:
Corporate conferences where the morning is content-heavy (keynotes, panels) and the evening transitions into a formal dinner, awards or networking reception without changing venues.
Underground Theatre
Best for: leadership forums, pitch events, panel discussions, Q&A sessions
Capacity: up to 200 seated
Key planning advantages:
Intimate thrust-stage layout encourages engagement and discussion
Back-of-house spaces for speaker preparation
Suitable for content-driven sessions where clarity and focus matter more than scale
Ideal use case:
Business alignment sessions, investor briefings or internal leadership conferences where dialogue and participation are central.
Turbine Platform
Best for: product launches, exhibitions, cocktail receptions, brand activations
Capacity: up to 100 cocktail / 80 seated
Key planning advantages:
Central location within the building makes it a natural gathering space
Soaring ceilings and architectural scale support impactful installations and staging
Works well as a transition space between formal sessions and social events
Ideal use case:
Post-conference cocktail events or exhibition-style showcases linked to broader programming.
The Dome (Alfresco Marquee)
Best for: gala dinners, exhibitions, weddings, large celebrations
Capacity: up to 450 cocktail / 248 seated
Key planning advantages:
Highly flexible for large-scale catering formats
Strong visual impact for end-of-day or end-of-conference events
A memorable & versatile backdrop for wedding ceremonies and receptions
Rooftop Terrace
Riverbend Terrace
Graffiti Room
Park Mezzanine
Rooftop Terrace
Best for: executive dinners, VIP networking, client hospitality
Capacity: up to 150 cocktail / 80 seated
Key planning advantages:
Indoor-outdoor flow with unmatched river views
Private bar and presentation capability
Reads as premium without being overly formal
Ideal use case:
Board-level dinners, sponsor hosting or high-value client events aligned with major conferences.
Riverbend Terrace
Best for: breakfast sessions, informal networking, wedding ceremonies
Capacity: up to 90 cocktail / 40 seated
Key planning advantages:
Covered outdoor deck suited to daytime & evening events with picturesque, unobstructed views along the Brisbane river.
Adjacent to Rooftop Terrace for combined hire
Encourages natural conversation and movement
Ideal use case:
Intimate wedding ceremonies, private milestones, corporate breakfasts, relaxing breakout zones, post-conference networking drinks.
Graffiti Room
Best for: small meetings, training sessions, workshops
Capacity: up to 25 seated
Key planning advantages:
Creative environment for ideation and problem-solving
Strong alternative to traditional, sterile boardroom spaces
Park Mezzanine
Best for: breakout sessions, planning meetings
Capacity: up to 40 seated
Key planning advantages:
Natural light and park views
Works well as a secondary space during conferences
Powerhouse Plaza
Best for: welcome receptions, brand activations, exhibitions, networking zones, arrival experiences
The Powerhouse Plaza is Brisbane Powerhouse’s main entrance and exterior forecourt, framed by the venue’s iconic industrial façade and riverfront setting. From a planning perspective, it functions best as a high-impact arrival and transition space. Corporate clients commonly use the Plaza to host registration, welcome drinks, sponsor activations or branded installations before moving guests into internal theatres or breakout spaces. Its open layout supports flexible configurations and smooth guest flow, making it particularly effective for conferences, exhibitions and product launches that require a strong first impression and clear wayfinding between event zones.
Ideal use cases include:
Conference arrivals and delegate registration
Pre‑event cocktail receptions before theatre sessions
Exhibition spill‑out space or sponsor showcase area
Brand launches and media moments
Networking zones paired with adjacent catering spaces
Exhibition upgrades: pairing business events with live cultural programming
One of Brisbane Powerhouse’s most under-utilised advantages for corporate clients is the ability to pair planning days, conferences and leadership sessions with live exhibitions, performances and festivals already happening onsite.
Because Brisbane Powerhouse operates year-round as a major arts and cultural precinct, corporate events can be enhanced rather than isolated, offering delegates more value from the same time investment.
What this can look like in practice:
Daytime Business Alignment sessions followed by evening theatre or live performance
Multi-day workshops where delegates attend a show as an optional networking extension
Exhibitor-style activations aligned with public festivals already drawing audiences to site
Brisbane Comedy Festival 2026: a built‑in upgrade opportunity
Brisbane Powerhouse is the home of the Brisbane Comedy Festival, which runs from 24 April to 24 May 2026 and attracts tens of thousands of attendees across the month.
For corporate planners, whilst this may limit availability to larger corporate spaces, for those using the many smaller, private event areas, this creates a powerful opportunity to:
Schedule conferences or planning days during the festival period
Offer delegates optional evening entertainment onsite
Use comedy events as informal networking or client-hosting extensions
Increase attendance appeal for recurring or optional internal events
Discover what's already at your finger-tips at the Brisbane Powerhouse
Night Feast Markets: a winter activation worth building into your event program
Running from 29 July to 23 August, Night Feast Markets transform the Brisbane Powerhouse precinct into a month‑long evening festival celebrating food, art and live performance, making it an ideal value‑add for winter conferences and planning days hosted onsite. The festival is staged throughout the Powerhouse grounds and is designed for roaming, informal engagement - perfect for delegates looking to unwind, connect and experience Brisbane’s culinary scene without leaving the venue.
We’re also proud to confirm that Wine & Dine’m will be returning with our own Night Feast stall, Bugsters, bringing one of our much‑loved concepts directly into the precinct and further reinforcing the seamless connection between your event, catering and the wider Powerhouse experience.
Even more reasons to choose Brisbane Powerhouse for your next event
Beyond its event spaces, Brisbane Powerhouse is part of a fully activated precinct that adds genuine value to conferences and planning days. Corporate groups can easily extend their programs with pre or post‑event experiences onsite.
Team outings at Dendy Powerhouse cinema.
Delegates can explore the Powerhouse Store during breaks, showcasing local design and culture
Elevate incentive-style programs with a visit to Vertigo, one of Brisbane’s most talked‑about dining experiences.
For weekend events, the Powerhouse Farmers Markets provide a natural, low‑effort addition to the schedule, creating opportunities for casual connection without additional transport or logistics.
Extend networking opportunities with post‑conference drinks at Bar Alto
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Weddings & private events at Brisbane Powerhouse
Beyond corporate events, Brisbane Powerhouse remains a standout choice for weddings and private celebrations, offering ceremony and reception options across riverfront terraces, indoor heritage spaces and The Dome. Private events are supported by a dedicated venue event planner and delivered in collaboration with Wine & Dine’m Catering.
For couples and private hosts, this means:
One venue, multiple spaces - tailored to pre-ceremony drinks, ceremony & receptions.
Flexible catering styles and menus
A strong sense of occasion without being overly traditional
Ideal photography backdrops, including they buildings own distinct, historic architectural features and enviable access to New Farm Park.
Planning your event at Brisbane Powerhouse
Brisbane Powerhouse is best suited to clients who value:
Thoughtful event flow | High-quality production | Flexible catering formats | A venue that actively enhances attendee experience
As the official catering partner, Wine & Dine’m works alongside the Powerhouse team to ensure menus, service and logistics align seamlessly with each space and event format.
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