BOY & BEAR | RIVERSTAGE
Fri 8 May 2026

BOY & BEAR with special guests THE DREGGS, BEAR'S DEN, & RAGEFLOWER

Boy & Bear mark a powerful return with the announcement of their biggest headline show ever, performing at the iconic Brisbane Riverstage with special guests The Dreggs, Bear's Den (UK) and RAGEFLOWER

Boy & Bear swiftly catapulted onto the world stage releasing their double-platinum debut album Moonfire which went on to receive five coveted ARIA awards. 2013’s Harlequin Dream and 2015’s Limit of Love albums both charted at #1 with Harlequin Dream also reaching Platinum sales.

With five consecutive top 10 albums and over half-a-‘billion’ streams, Boy & Bear’s live show is a uniquely compelling experience that has earned the band the glowing reputation as one of Australia’s most outstanding live acts and compelling musical exports.

EARLY ENTRY PLUS (Adult)

$149.90 plus fees

• Early Entry
• Dedicated Entry Lane
• Dedicated Bar Lane
• Dedicated Toilets

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GENERAL ADMISSION (Adult)

$99.90 plus fees

Standard General Admission

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GENERAL ADMISSION (Under 18)

$59.90 plus fees

Under 18s must have a valid ticket and be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Children under 3 are permitted free of charge.

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BOY & BEAR

Boy & Bear premiere Indie/Alt/Folk act enter a new, ambitious chapter with the launch of their Double A Side; ‘Where Does Life Begin / Vertigo’.

Having attained a level of staying power that most artists could only dream of, Boy & Bear’s sound continues to evolve and their audiences continue to grow. Fresh off the back of selling the most headline tickets of their career globally, this new Double A Side release encompasses a sense of triumph, movement and optimism, whilst maintaining the feeling of haunting-melancholy and introspection that the band are known and loved for.

From 2019’s Suck on Light to 2023’s self-titled full length (both top 10 albums), Boy & Bear have continued to evolve and grow, gaining more and more fans from across the globe. In addition to their five consecutive top 10 albums and over 300 million streams, Boy & Bear’s live show is a uniquely compelling experience that has earned the band the glowing reputation as one of Australia’s most outstanding live acts and compelling exports.

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THE DREGGS

Hailing from Australia’s thriving indie-folk scene, The Dreggs—Paddy Macrae and Zane Harris—have rapidly become one of the country’s most exciting Australian live acts. Growing up on the Sunshine Coast, their journey began as a local cover act, playing pubs, clubs, and cafes between surf sessions. Fast forward seven years, and they’re now commanding sold-out crowds across Australia and beyond. Their high-energy shows, where crowds sing along from start to finish, have become their signature.

Their debut album, Caught in a Reverie, debuted at #3 on the ARIA Albums Chart and #29 on the ARIA Global Albums Chart, marking a major milestone for the duo. Their breakout single “Give Myself To You” is now certified Platinum in Australia, cementing their status as a powerhouse in the indie-folk world. As they continue to make waves internationally, The Dreggs prepare for some huge announcements on the horizon, their momentum shows no signs of slowing.

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BEAR'S DEN

Bear’s Den more than lives up to the promise of their first two albums with So that you might hear me, their extraordinary third long-player.

The title is taken from a lyric in “Blankets of Sorrow,” the elegiac, wistful ballad that closes the album and perfectly encapsulates the theme that runs through So that you might hear me: the need to be heard, acknowledged, understood. That brief, simple sentiment that underpins all of the songs on the album expresses a universal desire that so often goes unspoken, but runs deep within us all —  the primal, fundamental need for meaningful human connection.  

So that you might hear me is the follow-up to Bear’s Den’s, UK silver-selling debut, Islands, which earned them an Ivor Novello nomination in the UK and a devoted following worldwide, and 2016’s more expansive Red Earth & Pouring Rain, which went Top 10 across Europe. 2017 saw the band cap four, non-stop years on the road with the largest headline shows to date, from sold-out tours of the States to a 7000-capacity arena in Belgium, and sold-out hometown shows at London’s iconic Brixton Academy and the Hammersmith Apollo.

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RAGEFLOWER

RAGEFLOWER is a Sydney-based singer/songwriter blending ethereal, melancholic sounds with hard hitting indie rock and stadium sized guitars. Featured in The Buoys’ Top 10 for Triple J’s Hottest Seat, and Named one of Thomas Bleach’s Top 5 Unsigned Artists to Watch, RAGEFLOWER is rapidly gaining momentum in Australia’s indie scene.

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WHAT ARE THE PLAYING TIMES?

PLAYING TIMES

5:00pm = GATES
6:00pm - 6:30pm = RAGEFLOWER
6:50pm - 7:25pm = BEAR'S DEN
7:45pm - 8:20pm = THE DREGGS
8:40pm - 9:55pm = BOY & BEAR

*subject to change

WHERE CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS?

Tickets for this show are available via ticketmaster.com.au

Artist Presale: Wed 19 Nov, 10am
Face To Face Presale: Wed 19 Nov, 10am
GP On Sale: Fri 21 Nov, 10am

ARE THERE AGE RESTRICTIONS?

This is an all ages event.

The Promoter recommends parents should consider whether the event is appropriate for their child.

Under 18 Patrons must have a valid ticket and must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times.

Children under 3 are permitted free of charge.

HOW DO I GET TO THE VENUE?

GETTING HERE

Taking public transport is the easiest and recommended way to travel to and from Riverstage.

Gate 1 for Early Entry ticketholders and Under 18 Patrons


PUBLIC TRANSPORT

By train
The closest train stations are South Bank (850-metre walk via the Goodwill Bridge) and Central (1.9 kilometre walk via Edward Street and the City Botanic Gardens).

By ferry
The closest ferry terminal is QUT Gardens Point, a stop for CityCat and Express CityCat services (280-metre walk).

By bus
The closest bus stops are South Bank bus station (1 kilometre walk via the Goodwill Bridge), and bus stops on Alice Street and George Street (800-metre walk via George Street and Gardens Point Road). 

Free bus service
The free City Loop service (route 40 and 50) stops in front of the City Botanic Gardens Gardens on Alice Street. 

Plan your trip with Translink’s Journey Planner


PARKING

There is no onsite parking at Riverstage.

There is limited parking on Alice Street and other streets around the City Botanic Gardens. Paid parking is available in parking stations in the CBD and in South Bank.

View the on-street disability parking spaces map to see on-street parking in the CBD. You must have a disability parking permit to use these spaces.

If driving or dropping someone off, please avoid Gardens Point Rd and seek parking locations or passenger loading zones in the City or over at South Bank across the Goodwill Pedestrian Bridge. 

For patrons with accessibility considerations, the best drop-off point is via Gardens Point Road. However, this area can often be busy with traffic, so please allow extra time or consider alternative routes if possible.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

Riverstage is wheelchair accessible.

As an outdoor amphitheatre, the venue has different gradient levels. Please ask security staff for assistance if required.

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Riverstage has an accessible viewing platform at the top of the hill for patrons with accessibility requirements. A wheelchair-accessible portable toilet is located nearby.

You can book accessible options directly online, by phoning Ticketmaster on 1300 446 925 or by using their dedicated online request form. 

Council honours the Queensland Government Companion Card. This card allows free entry to Riverstage to anyone accompanying a person with disability who needs attendant care support. You can book your companion ticket with Ticketmaster.

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View the on-street disability parking spaces map to see on-street parking in the CBD. You must have a disability parking permit to use these spaces.

For patrons with accessibility considerations, the best drop-off point is via Gardens Point Road. However, this area can often be busy with traffic, so please allow extra time or consider alternative routes if possible.

WHAT TO BRING

WHAT TO BRING:

  • Tickets. Download to your device before arrival
  • Credit card or debit card (for merch, bars & food)
  • ID (For those 18+)
  • Fully charged phone
  • Weather protection - sunglasses, hat, sunscreen, rain poncho
  • Footwear must be worn at all times
     

YOU CAN BRING:

  • Small bag / backpack (no larger than A4)
  • Sealed (or empty) plastic water bottles upto 600ml (not glass/metal)
    Can be refilled at free water stations
  • Small packet of lollies
  • Small prams/strollers
  • Small rugs and blankets
  • Working guide dogs and assistance dogs.


PROHIBITED ITEMS:

  • Alcohol
  • Backpacks
  • Bags larger than A4 size
  • Cameras with detachable lens
  • Chairs or elevated seating
  • Domestic animals (excludes working guide dogs and other assistance dogs) 
  • Eskies
  • Fireworks (of any kind) or flares
  • Full (or empty) beverage bottles, cans or containers of any kind (excludes soft water bottles)
  • Food 
  • Glass
  • iPads
  • Large flashlights and torches
  • Laser pointing devices
  • Large prams or strollers
  • Selfie sticks
  • Skateboards
  • Studded fashion items
  • Umbrellas
  • Video or audio recorders of any type
  • Wagon trolley
  • Weapons of any kind 
  • Any other items considered to be harmful to others.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW?

For full venue information including conditions of entry and prohibited items, click here

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