Location
Opening hours
In the heart of West End, the Thomas Dixon Centre is a cultural, arts, and dance hub for Brisbane.
Public open hours are as follows:
Monday to Friday
8am – 8pm
Saturday
8am – 2pm
Sunday
8am – 1pm
Getting here
Like many inner-city events venues, there will be limited onsite and on-street parking, with public transport the recommended option.
As we acknowledge there will be large numbers of visitors at times, the Thomas Dixon Centre team encourages visitors to explore their travel options in advance.
Public transport
Bus
The Blue CityGlider route travels from West End to South Brisbane via Montague Road, stopping right outside the Thomas Dixon Centre (Raven Street stop). Please note this route travels:
- Every five minutes during peak times and 10-15 minutes off peak
- 18 Hours a day from Sunday to Thursday and 24 hours a day on Friday and Saturday
Train
The South Brisbane Train Station is the closest station, located adjacent to the Cultural Centre which is serviced by the bus routes listed above.
Ferry
The CityCat stops at the West End Ferry Terminal, located at the end of Hoogley Street.
Active transport
Built with health and wellbeing in mind, the Thomas Dixon Centre has a number of facilities to support those who choose active transport. Built with health and wellbeing in mind, the Thomas Dixon Centre encourages to choose active transport. Free bicycle storage facilities, including bike racks, are located in our car park on level B1, entrance from Raven Street.
Dropoff
There is a designated drop off zone at the front of the main entrance on Drake Street for taxis, rideshare, and visitors requiring access.
Parking
Important Update – New parking system in place at Thomas Dixon Centre
Please note that we have recently transitioned to a new parking system that does not require the download of any Apps.
To park, please approach the boom gate and tap your payment card or mobile phone for tap and pay. On exit, please tap the same card. Your parking rate will be calculated, and your card charged for the duration of your stay.
Car Park Hours
Monday 6am – 9pm
Tuesday to Sunday 6am – 11:30pm
Parking rates (inclusive of GST)
0-1 Hours $3.50
1-2 Hours $6.50
2-3 Hours $9.50
3-4 Hours $12.50
4-5 Hours $30.50
5+ Hours $51.00
Credit and Debit Cards accepted
Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted
If the car park is full and you cannot find a spot, please drive around and exit through the adjacent gate by tapping your card again. If you exit within 15 minutes of entry, you will not be charged.
There are two designated PWD parking spaces in Basement Level 1. Access to the foyer is via the gold lift adjacent to the PWD spots.
Vehicle height
Please note our parking facility only accomodates vehicles up to 2.2m in height. Height bars will soon be installed.
Parking etiquette
Please be mindful that the Thomas Dixon Centre is in a residential area. We respect our neighbours, so please check the signage if you are looking for a street park, do not park across driveways, and note the changes to parking along Montague Road, where a new bus stop has been installed.
Alternative parking
The Montague Markets precinct offers two hours of free undercover parking until car park closing time at 10.30pm. The Montague Markets car park will then reopen at 6.30am the next day. This public car park is directly across the road from the Thomas Dixon Centre (entrance via Ferry Road).
If you, or anyone in your party, have requirements that need extra consideration, please let us know so we can make your visit smooth and enjoyable.
Plan ahead
Discover the
Thomas Dixon Centre
Take a guided tour through the revitalised Thomas Dixon Centre, rich in history, art and creativity.
