We understand that getting to QPAC can sometimes be challenging due to traffic changes, busy crowds, and ongoing construction projects.
To help ensure that you don't miss the start of your performance, we strongly recommend planning your transport ahead of time and leaving early to avoid any delays. Our location in the heart of the city means that many events take place around us, especially on weekends. Therefore, it's crucial to keep yourself updated with the latest travel information to arrive in good time to enjoy your show
At QPAC, we take your safety seriously. That's why we advise checking bom.gov.au/qld/warnings, qld.gov.au/alerts and qldtraffic.qld.gov.au to stay informed about any travel warnings or disruptions.
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Periodic traffic changes to Grey Street, May to July 2024
To enable work near the construction site of QPAC's new theatre, periodic single lane closures of Grey Street at the intersection with Russell Street will be required until July 2024.
- This will not be a continuous lane closure. Single lane closures will only occur as required for specific activities from Monday to Friday, between 9am and 4pm.
- Access will be maintained on Grey Street under a stop/go arrangement with traffic controllers in place. Russell Street remains closed to general traffic during construction hours.
- Access to both Grey Street and Russell Street will be returned to normal arrangements outside of construction hours.
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Travel to QPAC impacted by Grey Street road closure - Until 17 July
Please be advised that the South Bank Corporation will be undertaking monthly maintenance of the Grey Street median strip until Wednesday 17 July, between Vulture Street and Russell Street. To accommodate this work, Grey Street will be closed in rolling stages across multiple days, mainly from 7am - 3pm.
Traffic Control will be onsite to manage the closures and facilitate alternative routes with detours in place for vehicles during this time. Pedestrians will remain unimpacted. Please note, these closures will mainly impact those travelling from Eastern and Southern directions. Those travelling from Northern and Western suburbs should be not be impacted as the closures do not come any further north than Russell St.
Please note service vehicles and BCC South Brisbane Bus Loop will be permitted access through the closure, supervised by Traffic Control.
Access to the Cultural Centre Carparks will remain open via Montague Rd and onto Stanley Place. The drop off zone on Grey St outside QPAC will also remain open and can be accessed by turning left onto Grey St from Stanley Place (south bound).
For up-to-date maps around QPAC during the Brisbane Metro works, please scroll down on this page.
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Major events may impact parking 17 July
Please note due to a number of major events at the Suncorp Stadium and at other venues around the city on 17 July, parking may be at a premium both in the Cultural Centre car parks and other car parks close by.
If you are planning to travel to QPAC by private vehicle and park this weekend, please do consider leaving more time than normal to find your car park and make your way to your performance.
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Major events may impact parking 19 to 21 July
Please note due to a number of major events at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre and at other venues around the city from 19 to 21 July, parking may be at a premium both in the Cultural Centre car parks and other car parks close by.
If you are planning to travel to QPAC by private vehicle and park this weekend, please do consider leaving more time than normal to find your car park and make your way to your performance.
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Cultural Centre car parks
Access to the Cultural Centre car parks is via Stanley Place (alongside the State Library of Queensland) and through the Cultural Centre Tunnel. Stanley Place is accessible by turning right from Grey St travelling north, or by exiting left off the William Jolly Bridge, and also via Montague Rd. There are passenger drop off zones on both sides of Grey St outside QPAC around the South Brisbane train station.
See the entrance to the Cultural Centre Tunnel off Stanley place on Google Maps.
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Passenger loading zones and pedestrian access
The passenger loading zones and pedestrian access to QPAC have recently changed due to the Brisbane Metro construction works. The Grey St passenger loading and taxi zones are now located further south towards South Bank and there is also now a loading zone on the opposite side of Grey St outside South Brisbane rail station.
The QPAC entry from Grey Street to the QPAC Café and Cascade Court is temporarily closed to pedestrians, however access via the pedestrian tunnel entrance remains.
Signage is in place to provide guidance around these changes.
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Cultural Centre platform works
Platform 1
The new permanent platform 1 (inbound bus services) has been open to the public since Monday 21 August 2023.Platform 2
The upgraded platform 2 at Cultural Centre station reopened on Monday 22 April 2024. All bus services travelling out of the city will now use the upgraded platform 2, including services toward South East Busway, West End and Highgate Hill.Platform 3
Works to construct a new permanent platform 3 (bus services toward West End and Highgate Hill) are underway and will continue until late 2024.For more information visit the Brisbane City Council website.
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Getting to QPAC by public transport
For train, bus and CityCat timetable information, please phone TransLink on 131 230 or visit their website and check their service updates for any disruptions.
Planning your visit to QPAC
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Getting Here
Plan your visit to QPAC. There is a variety of ways to make your way to the theatre.
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Eat & Drink
Just moments from your seat. We have savoury snacks, sweet treats, and refreshing beverages. Come early and enjoy a pre-show meal.
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Theatres & Spaces
Discover essential theatre info for your upcoming performance at QPAC. Explore our world-class venues and plan your visit today!
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Accessibility
Here's some important information to ensure your visit is a comfortable and enjoyable experience.