05/06/2026
When the sun goes down, FESTA ITALIANA turns it up 🇮🇹🌙
Gather your amici, order another round and join us for one final weekend of Italian feasting, sipping and dancing by the river.
And don’t forget to catch the iconic SGROPPINO SHOW as it shakes, pours and serves up a little taste of the Amalfi Coast.
From sunset aperitivos to late night celebrations, every corner of the festa is serving la dolce vita.
📅 Friday 5th June – Sunday 7th June
Thursday & Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday | 11am – 10pm
Follow and hit the link in bio for all the latest updates 🇮🇹🤌🏼
03/06/2026
Passport... Not required 🍋🇮🇹
This is your last chance to soak up a little slice of the Amalfi Coast with before they swap Brisbane sunshine for Nerano sunsets.
Limoncello in hand, pasta on the table and la dolce vita in full swing...
📅 FESTIVE DATES
Thursday 4th June - Sunday 7th June
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm - 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am - 10pm
Ci vediamo questo weekend 🇮🇹
02/06/2026
You’ve heard the saying, “Italians do it better”... 🇮🇹
Weekend One at was pure magic and we're ready to do it all again this weekend. Join us from Thursday 4th to Sunday 7th of June for incredible food, great wine, live entertainment and all the passion that makes Italian culture so special.
📅 Thursday 4 June - Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm - 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am - 10pm
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Ci vediamo questo weekend! 🤌🏼🇮🇹
29/05/2026
THE SGROPPINO SHOW… Straight from the Amalfi Coast 🍋🍾
Join renowned host Pierluigi Guidone as he shakes, pours and serves Conca del Sogno’s iconic Venetian Sgroppino... The official FESTA ITALIANA cocktail 🇮🇹
Made with lemon sorbet, Grey Goose vodka and Louis Roederer Champagne, it’s part cocktail, part performance and all FESTA energy.
📅 FESTIVAL DATES & TIMES
WEEK 1 - Friday 29 May - Sunday 31 May
Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday | 11am – 10pm
WEEK 2 - Thursday 4 June – Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday | 11am – 10pm
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28/05/2026
Big news for Brisbane 🌉✨
We are so proud to announce Howard Smith Wharves has been given the green light for an exciting new chapter, our plans include a new boutique hotel, Brisbane’s first over-river pool and more than 8,500m² of public open space. 
For our local community, there’ll be even more to enjoy and experience, every day of the year. And with the 2032 Games on the horizon, this next chapter will help play its part on putting Brisbane on the global stage.
“This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity for Brisbane. Howard Smith Wharves has always been about connecting people with this magnificent river, and with this announcement we take that vision to an entirely new level. This is about thoughtful growth, long‑term value and ensuring the riverfront continues to work for Brisbane now and into the future.” – Adam Flaskas, Founder
27/05/2026
We’re thrilled to welcome back to … Kicks off tomorrow at 🇮🇹🍨
This year is serving up an exclusive Festa Italiana sundae… CANNOLI FANS 🍋
Lemon scented custard gelato layered with almond frangipane and caramelised cannoli crunch, finished with hot choc hazelnut fudge and hazelnut praline.
📅 FESTIVAL DATES & TIMES
WEEK 1 | Thursday 28 May – Sunday 31 May
Thursday & Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday | 11am – 10pm
WEEK 2 | Thursday 4 June – Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday | 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday | 11am – 10pm
Follow and for all festival updates 🤌🏼
23/05/2026
A little late night energy at HSW 🪩
Come dine, drink and play under the city lights, we’re open ‘til late!
19/05/2026
The Amalfi Coast arrives on the Brisbane riverfront for 🍋🇮🇹
For two weekends, HSW becomes a taste of the Italian coastline as legendary Amalfi beach club makes its Australian debut. Known for its crystal clear seaside setting, long lunches and effortless coastal glamour, Conca del Sogno brings the spirit of Nerano to Brisbane.
Joining Orazio D’Elia for FESTA ITALIANA, their chef will recreate the iconic spaghetti alla Nerano, featuring zucchini, Provolone del Monaco and parmesan, served riverfront for the very first time.
The experience comes alive with Conca del Sogno’s famous Sgroppino, a refreshing blend of lemon sorbet, vodka and prosecco, theatrically prepared by renowned host Pierluigi Guidone during the festival’s iconic ‘Sgroppino Show’.
📅 FESTIVE DATES & TIMES
WEEK 1/ Thursday 28 May - Sunday 31 May
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
WEEK 2/ Thursday 4 June - Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
Don’t miss the chance to soak up a slice of coastal Italian charm, right here in Brisbane!
Hit the link in our bio and follow for all the updates 🤌🏼
13/05/2026
The place to be for NRL MAGIC ROUND 🏉🏉
The riverfront is set to come alive across four huge days at Howard Smith Wharves.
will be screening every match live and loud outdoors on the Rivergarden big screen. Head to before or after the game for icy cold beers and a bite by the river 🍻
PLUS, don’t miss an exclusive Magic Round early morning takeover with broadcasting live from Rivergarden this Friday from 5am to 9am and Saturday and Sunday from 7am - 10am.
Head to the link in our bio for more info and book your spot for the ultimate Magic Round experience, walk-ins always welcome.
13/05/2026
EOFY GIFTING AT HSW 🎁
ENJOY A BONUS $20 VOUCHER FOR EVERY $100 HSW GIFT VOUCHER PURCHASED.
Plus you go in the draw to WIN the ultimate HSW waterfront experience, valued at over $4000 ☀️
THE PRIZE
🌿 Two night stay at Crystalbrook Vincent
🍴 $1000 vouchers at CIAO & Stanley
🥂 $500 vouchers at Mr Percival’s, Felons Brewing Co. & Felons Barrel Hall
🪩 $250 vouchers at Stan’s Lounge & Fellini’s
GIFT MORE. WIN MORE.
Every $100 spent on vouchers unlocks more entries into the draw...
$100 = 1 entry
$200 = 4 entries
$300 = 9 entries
$400 = 16 entries
$500 = 20 entries
Give the gift of long lunches, sunset drinks and riverfront views this EOFY, and you could win big.
For more info and to purchase your voucher head to the link in our bio.
Entries close 11.59pm, Tuesday 30 June 2026. T&Cs apply.
12/05/2026
What’s on this May at HSW ☀️
The riverfront is set for a big month of long lunches, late nights and standout events all May long. From Mother’s Day celebrations to NRL Magic Round and the iconic returns!
🎤 Not On Your Rider | 14 May
🏉 NRL Magic Round & | 14 – 17 May
🎧 Galantis | 22 May
🇮🇹 | Main Lawn | 28 - 31 May, 4 – 7 June
🍽️ Let’s Lunch from $25 | Precinct wide
🌃 Late Nights | Fri – Sun
🍝 Pasta & Pinot | Every Thursday
🍷 Front 2 Back | Every Wednesday
🥟 Yum Cha Sunday | Every Sunday
For more WHAT’S ON and to plan your month by the river, hit the link in bio 🥂
09/05/2026
The cooler weather has arrived and we’re craving all the autumn warmers across the riverfront. Join us for a few of our seasonal favourites 🍂☀️
🍝 - Mooloolaba King Prawn gemelli
🦞 - Southern Rock Lobster
🇬🇷 - Sizzling saganaki
🤌🏼 — Freshly rolled vegetarian arancini
🍕 - Fresh out the oven woodfired pizza
🍢 - Teriyaki wagyu skewers
Cooler days, warmer plates at HSW... Join us this weekend!
Book a spot via our link in bio, walk-ins always welcome.
08/05/2026
Mother’s Day forecast... Sunshine at HSW ☀️💐
Long lunches by the river, waterfront spritzes and quality time with Mum are on the agenda this Sunday, 10th of May.
From special feasts to alfresco dining and plenty of kids activities, spend the day celebrating with us across the wharf.
Tap the link in our bio and book now 💐
07/05/2026
FESTA ITALIANA returns to Howard Smith Wharves for its fourth year, bringing the flavours, energy and romance of Italy to the Brisbane River 🇮🇹
Across two unforgettable weekends, feast, sip and celebrate with a star studded culinary lineup led by celebrated Sydney chef Orazio D’Elia of 🍝
For the very first time, one of Amalfi Coast’s most iconic dining destinations, arrives in Australia bringing the magic, flavours and effortless glamour of the italian coastline to Brisbane 🌊 Direct from the shores of Nerano, Conca del Sogno will serve its famous Spaghetti alla Nerano and signature Sgroppino, with renowned host Pierluigi Guidone joining the festival across both weekends 🍋🍋
Expect long lunches, riverside spritzes, iconic Italian dishes and the unmistakable energy of the Amalfi Coast right here at Howard Smith Wharves ☀️ Plus, returns and has brewed a bespoke Italian Lager exclusively for the festival.
📅 FESTIVE DATES & TIMES
WEEK 1
Thursday 28 May - Sunday 31 May
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
WEEK 2
Thursday 4 June - Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
Free entry, endless flavour, sunshine and good times await ☀️
Hit the link in our bio and follow for all the updates 🤌🏼
Ci vediamo a Festa Italiana ❤️🇮🇹
07/05/2026
FESTA ITALIANA returns to Howard Smith Wharves for its fourth year, bringing the flavours, energy and romance of Italy to the Brisbane River 🇮🇹
Across two unforgettable weekends, feast, sip and celebrate with a star studded culinary lineup led by celebrated Sydney chef Orazio D’Elia of 🍝
For the very first time, one of the Amalfi Coast’s most iconic dining destinations, arrives in Australia, bringing the magic, flavours and effortless glamour of Amalfi Coast to Brisbane 🌊 Direct from the shores of Nerano, Conca del Sogno will serve its famous Spaghetti alla Nerano and signature Sgroppino, with renowned host Pierluigi Guidone joining the festival across both weekends 🍋🍋
Expect long lunches, riverside spritzes, iconic Italian dishes and the unmistakable energy of the Amalfi Coast right here at Howard Smith Wharves ☀️ Plus, returns and has brewed a bespoke Italian Lager exclusively for the festival.
📅 FESTIVE DATES & TIMES
WEEK 1
Thursday 28 May - Sunday 31 May
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
WEEK 2
Thursday 4 June - Sunday 7 June
Thursday & Friday/ 4pm – 10pm
Saturday & Sunday/ 11am – 10pm
Free entry, endless flavour, sunshine and good times await.
Hit the link in our bio and follow for all the updates 🤌🏼
Ci vediamo a FESTA ITALIANA ❤️🇮🇹
02/05/2026
is serving up classic Italian dishes all Labour Long Weekend 🐚🐚
📷 Spaghettoni alle vongole… Fresh clams, garlic, chilli and parsley, served with all your favourite sides,
Book a table via the link in bio, walk-ins always welcome. ☀️
01/05/2026
WE'RE OPEN ALL LABOUR LONG WEEKEND ☀️
Settle in for riverfront views, long lunches and late afternoons that roll into evenings.
From fresh flavours to cold drinks, HSW is your go-to spot for the long weekend.
Find out ‘WHAT’S ON’ across venues at our link in bio.
25/04/2026
There’s still time for a hit on the pickleball court 🏓
Grab your crew and get a game in while it lasts! Whether you’re playing for points or just there for the social hit, it’s all about good energy on court.
And the best part? Courtside service from so you can move straight from the match into Italian bites and cocktails without missing a beat. Stay in the action, settle in courtside and make a full afternoon or evening of it 🎾
23/04/2026
MOTHER'S DAY AT HSW ☀️
On Sunday 10th of May, celebrate the ones who deserve it most... From long, leisurely lunches to laidback bites by the water, and will be serving up special set menus, while the rest of the precinct brings alfresco dining and river views worth lingering over.
Book your Mother’s Day table via the link in bio.
Walk-ins always welcome.
21/04/2026
The riverfront is calling… LET’S LUNCH is back at HSW! ☀️
Your weekday go to for $25 lunch specials across our riverside venues. Made for a fast, flavour packed lunch without slowing your day down.
🚗 BONUS
$10 parking when you enter after 11am and exit before 5pm.
🍽️ AVAILABLE AT
Mr Percival’s, Felons Brewing Co, Felons Barrel Hall, Yoko Dining and Greca Restaurant.
Visit the link in our bio for more info.
21/04/2026
ANZAC DAY AT HSW 🪖🇦🇺
Join us on the riverfront this Saturday, 25th of April as we pause to honour and remember the servicemen and servicewomen of Australia🎖️
Across HSW, a special limited release will be pouring at , two-up will be in full swing on the Chipper Lawn, live music will carry through and a classic car display will pay tribute to the past.
Proudly supporting City-New Farm RSL.
Lest we forget 🌺
Plan your visit via the link in bio, walk-ins always welcome.
18/04/2026
The coldest lager in the country, pouring exclusively at ❄️🦞
This weekend is your last chance to get your hands on ’s Super Cold Crisp Lager.
Engineered for an extra crisp serve, it hits the glass at an icy -2°C ❄️ Clean, refreshing and made to pair perfectly with fresh seafood and long sessions by the river.
Saturday 18th April/ 12pm – late
Sunday 19th April/ 12pm – late
Lock it in for one last round... Hit the link in bio for all the details.