ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS
VENUE SELECTOR
THE ROCKHAMPTON SHOWGROUNDS The Rockhampton Showgrounds is a multi-function facility comprising almost two dozen different venues. From open spaces to meeting and function rooms right through to huge clear span exhibition buildings, the Rockhampton Showgrounds is sure to have a venue to suit your needs and budget. The facility has hosted international and national expos such as Beef Australia as well as numerous trade shows, home shows, motor shows, career expos, product launches, banquets‌ and the list goes on. We can also arrange to have your event ticketed using the latest telephone and online booking facilities. Use this Showgrounds Venue Selector booklet to determine which of our most popular venues will suit your needs. Rockhampton Venue Operations staff will be pleased to assist you.
Rockhampton Showgrounds is owned and operated by Rockhampton Regional Council PO Box 1860 Rockhampton QLD 4700 PHONE (07) 4924 5600 | FAX (07) 4936 8835 www.rockhamptonshowgrounds.com.au
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR A modern air-conditioned clear span building, ideally suited to events requiring a large amount of indoor space.
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR
AREA 2000m2 floorspace KEY FEATURES: • Foyer for guest registration • Power – standard 15 amp outlets and 3-phase
SHOWGROUNDS
• Fully equipped kitchen available for hire • Easy access for heavy vehicles • Toilet facilities on site • Can be combined with outdoor section for extra large events or partitioned to allow for multiple activities under one roof (eg dining and conference) • Wheelchair accessible
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR
IDEAL FOR: Trade shows, industry expos, retail demonstrations, banquets.
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR
ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR
ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR A modern versatile clear span structure, with granite floor, giving a light and airy outdoor feel. AREA 4000m2
ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR
KEY FEATURES: • 10m ceiling height • Power – standard 10 amp, 15 amp and 3-phase
SHOWGROUNDS
• Grandstand seating and temporary fencing available • Catering available • Toilets / showers nearby • Can be combined with indoor section for extra large events • Wheelchair accessible IDEAL FOR: Trade shows, rodeos, livestock displays, ute musters.
ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR
ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1 This open plan, air conditioned building with fully carpeted floor, enables small to medium sized events to be comfortably accommodated.
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1
It can be hired in conjunction with, or separately to, James Lawrence Pavilion 2. AREA 379m2 KEY FEATURES: • 2.5m ceiling height • Variety of set up alternatives • Seats approximately 150 with tables and chair or 300 classroom style • Kitchen and servery facilities • Power - standard 10 amp outlets • Building access from outside or within Showgrounds Complex • On and off street parking • Wheelchair accessible IDEAL FOR: Trade shows, retail sales, auctions, functions, conferences and seminars, product launches, Christmas party functions.
SHOWGROUNDS
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2 Similar to the James Lawrence Pavilion 1, this venue is fully carpeted and has easy access from within or outside the Showgrounds Complex. It has a variety of setup options, and can be hired in conjunction with or separately to, James Lawrence Pavilion 1.
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2
AREA 394m2 SHOWGROUNDS
KEY FEATURES: • Air conditioned • 3m ceiling height • Variety of set up alternatives • Seats approximately 100 with tables and chair or 200 classroom style • Kitchen and servery facilities • Power - standard 10 amp outlets • Toilet facilities in building • Wheelchair accessible IDEAL FOR: Clothing sales, small conferences and seminars, trade shows, fashion parades, cent sales.
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION If your event requires a spacious venue then the Walter Pierce Pavilion is for you. With a concreted floor and kitchen facilities with interior and exterior servery areas, the uses for this venue are limited only by your imagination!
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION
AREA 2130m2 SHOWGROUNDS
KEY FEATURES: • 3.8m graduating to 5m ceiling height • Power - standard 10 amp outlets • Kitchen facilities • Easy service access • Toilet facilities located nearby • Wheelchair accessible IDEAL FOR: Trade shows, retail sales, auctions, functions, conferences and seminars, product launches.
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION
CREMORNE AREA
CREMORNE AREA A large grassed area, adjacent to Robert Schwarten Pavilions, designed to ensure your event takes full advantage of Central Queensland’s great weather.
CREMORNE AREA
AREA 8000m2 KEY FEATURES: • Ample space for large marquees • Easy service access
SHOWGROUNDS
• Pleasant tropical garden feel • Floodlit for evening events • Toilet facilities nearby • Wheelchair accessible IDEAL FOR: Machinery displays, sporting expos, horticultural displays. CREMORNE AREA
CREMORNE AREA
SHOWGROUNDS
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 2
WALTER PIERCE PAVILION
JAMES LAWRENCE PAVILION 1
CREMORNE AREA
ROBERT SCHWARTEN PAVILION INDOOR ROBERT SCHWARTEN OUTDOOR
Rockhampton Showgrounds T. 07 4924 5600 | F. 07 4936 8835 PO Box 1860 Rockhampton 4700 E. pilbeamtheatre@rrc.qld.gov.au www.rockhamptonshowgrounds.com.au
Rockhampton Showgrounds is owned and operated by Rockhampton Regional Council