Brightside Indoors - The Brightside
27 Warner Street, Fortitude Valley
About the function space
The Brightside is a true institution in Brisbane's live music scene, having hosted countless international and national acts alongside the next generation of emerging artists. Known for its energy, history and deep connection to the local music community, it carries that real credibility and atmosphere before your night even begins.
Built around live music performance, the room features a full-scale stage, professional lighting and production, and a large open floor that can be adapted to suit a wide range of events. From live bands and DJs to corporate events, brand activations and private parties, the space is designed to deliver impact.
Backed by an experienced production and operations team, Brightside can support everything from simple setups through to full-scale event builds, ensuring your event runs seamlessly from start to finish.
If you're looking to host something bigger, louder and genuinely memorable in a venue with real pedigree, Brightside Indoors delivers.
Prices
Friday $
Saturday $
Hire Charge
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+ Security staff
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Min—max guests
20 — 380
20 — 380
Party duration
5pm — 10pm (5 hours)
5pm — 10pm (5 hours)
At this time, the function space:
Opens to the public
Opens to the public
Extend the party until:
Extended hire upon request
Extended hire upon request
Closing time
3am
3am
Booking terms
A minimum spend applies for private bookings that do not meet the minimum guest requirement.
Underage policy
Underage guests are permitted until 10pm, providing the underage guest is in the company of a responsible adult who is responsibly supervising them. One separate responsible adult per each underage guest.
Drink options
Bar tab, Cash bar/Pay as you go, drink cards, beverage package
Seasonal surcharges
None. Same hire conditions all weekends of the year.
Sun-Thu functions
Available daily. Midweek functions can go past 10pm as long as spending is sufficient.
Function facilities
- Private bar: Yes (Section)
- Private smoking area: No
- Private toilets: No
- Wheelchair access: No
Smoking area: Outside the venue
Parking: Street parking on Wickham St and surrounds, several parking stations nearby
Music facilities
This equipment is included in the function hire:
- Amp: Yes
- PA System: Yes
- Speakers: Yes
- AUX input: Yes
- Jukebox: No
- Dance floor: Yes, proper dance floor
- Mixer: Yes
- CDJs: Yes
- CD Player: No
- Turntables: No
- Mirror ball: Yes
- Lighting: Yes
Can the venue arrange:
- DJ hire: Yes
- Free
background music: Yes
Can customers bring their own:
- DJ: Yes
- Band: Yes
Noise restrictions: Reasonable levels
Further music facilities/conditions:
Built around live music performance, the space features full-scale stage, professional lighting and production access.
18th, 21st, bucks & hens party policy
- 18th birthday party: Yes
- 21st birthday party: Yes
- Bucks party: Yes
- Hens night: Yes
Food / Catering
Can the venue provide:
- Finger food: Yes
- Meals: No
Can customers bring their own:
- Finger food: Yes
- Cake: Yes
Customer supplied finger food:
- Restrictions: None
- In-house heating/cooking facilities: None
Presentation facilities
In-house presentation facilities available for use at no extra charge:
- Microphone/PA: Yes
- Stage: Yes
- DVD Player: No
- Data projector: Yes
- Projector screen: Yes
- Large TV/Plasma/LCD: Yes
Decorations policy
Can the venue:
- Arrange decorations: Yes
- Put up decorations: Yes
All types of party decorations are permitted.
Ticketed events policy
Can the customer charge for their function:
- At the door: No
- Presale: No
Contact the Venue Manager
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