We take access and inclusion seriously. We are committed to making every event as accessible and inclusive as possible for all members of our community. If you have a specific access request, would like further information or want to provide any suggestions, we would love to hear from you!
Please see below for detailed Venue Accessibility Information for all Brunswick Music Festival venues.
If you have any accessibility queries, please contact us via festivals@moreland.vic.gov.au.
BARKLY SQUARE
1/90-106 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Barkly Square is wheelchair accessible. The Centre is also programmed with BindiMaps to assist visually impaired visitors to navigate the centre.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Jewell Station 150m).
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible and parents-with-pram parking, is available on site. Both ticketed and time restricted (1 and 3 hour) free parking is available.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road, Barkly Street and Weston Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Parent’s Room facility is located on site.
BAR OUSSOU
653 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Bar Oussou is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance on Sydney Road. It features a wide doorway with a small gradient ramp into the venue and no handrails. There is a footpath ramp approximately 5m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Albion Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, can be accessed from Sydney Road, directly outside the venue entrance. Limited street parking is also available. A ticketed paid Brunswick Market Car Park is directly behind the venue with heaps of car park spaces.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
As band room space is limited, patrons with access requirements are advised to arrive at the venue early.
BRUNSWICK ARTISTS’ BAR
314 Sydney Rd (downstairs), Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Wheelchair accessible with assistance via the foyer of the entrance to Brunswick Ballroom on Sydney Road. The entrance features a single step into the venue, made wheelchair accessible by temporary ramp. Staff and security are on site to assist with installing the ramp as required. There is a footpath ramp approximately 50m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street. There is also a car park accessible via Albert Street. Limited spaces are available in the car park at the rear of Brunswick Mechanics Institute and along Sydney Road and David Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (directly outside venue).
BRUNSWICK BALLROOM
314 Sydney Rd (upstairs), Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Wheelchair accessible with assistance via the main entrance on Sydney Road. The entrance features a single step into the venue, made wheelchair accessible by temporary ramp. Staff and security are on site to assist with installing the ramp as required. There is a footpath ramp approximately 50m from the venue entrance. Stairlift available on site.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available (downstairs) on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street. There is also a car park accessible via Albert Street. Limited spaces are available in the car park at the rear of Brunswick Mechanics Institute and along Sydney Road and David Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Stairlift available on site.
BRUNSWICK LIBRARY
Corner Sydney Rd & Dawson St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Brunswick Library is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance on Dawson Street. It features a wide double doorway with a small gradient ramp into the venue and no handrails. There is a footpath ramp approximately 50m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (allocated drop-off point) or Dawson St (directly outside venue).
Hearing loop/ Assisted listening
Available.
BRUNSWICK MECHANICS INSTITUTE FORECOURT
270 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Brunswick Mechanics Institute is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Sydney Road. It features a wide double doorway, a ramp and handrails. There is a footpath ramp approximately 10m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street. There is also a car park accessible via Albert Street. Limited spaces are available in the car park at the rear of the building and along Sydney Road and David Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (directly outside venue).
CHARLES WESTON HOTEL
27 Weston St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
The Charles Weston Hotel is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance at corner of Weston Street and Charles Street and via entry to the beer garden on Weston Street. There is a slight lip at doorway of main entrance. There is a footpath ramp approximately 10m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Regrettably, wheelchair accessible bathrooms are not available at the venue. Patrons are advised to use wheelchair accessible bathrooms at Barkly Square during opening hours.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Jewell Station 300m) and Buses on Weston Street.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Weston Street and Charles Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Weston Street and Charles Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Mixed flooring surfaces throughout venue.
CROSS STREET MUSIC HALL
6 Cross St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
Physical Access
The Cross Street Music Hall is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance. There is a footpath ramp approximately 40m from the venue entrance. Direct pathway to venue entrance via car park has mixed surfaces and gradient.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 1 and 6 Tram and Buses on Blyth Street and Glenlyon Road.
Car Parking
Limited public car park is available on site, accessed via Cross Street. Limited spaces are available along Cross Street and Albert Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Cross Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Mixed flooring surfaces throughout venue.
EDINBURGH CASTLE HOTEL
681 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
The Edinburgh Castle Hotel is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Sydney Road. There is a gradient and slight lip at doorway of main entrance. There is a footpath ramp approximately 20m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Anstey Station 150m) and Buses on Albion Street.
Car Parking
Limited spaces are available in public car park on Sydney Road and along Sydney Road and Albion Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road and Albion Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Mixed flooring surfaces throughout venue.
GILPIN PARK
Albert St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Entrance via Albert Street onto grassed surface.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 58 Tram, Upfield Train line (Brunswick Station 700m) and Buses on Dawson Street and Victoria Street.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Albert Street and Pearson Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Albert Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Relaxed Zone available on site.
HOWLER
7-11 Dawson St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Howler is wheelchair accessible via one entrance in the car park on Dawson Street. It features a wide double doorway with a small gradient ramp into the venue and no handrails. There is a footpath ramp approximately 20m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
In Dawson Street car park (can be dropped directly outside venue).
NOISY RITUAL
249 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
Physical Access
Noisy Ritual is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance on Lygon Street. It features a wide doorway with entry ramp. There is a footpath ramp approximately 10m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 1 and 6 Trams and Buses on Glenylon Road.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available on Lygon Street and surrounding streets.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Lygon Street (directly outside venue).
STAY GOLD
133 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Ollie’s Pizza Parlour is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance to the band room on Union Street. The entrance features a single step into the venue, made wheelchair accessible by temporary ramp. Staff and security are on site to assist with installing the ramp as required. The entrance features a wide doorway. There is a footpath ramp approximately 20m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram and the Upfield Train line.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available on Union Street and surrounding streets.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road and Union Street (directly outside venue).
RUBIX WAREHOUSE
36 Phoenix St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Rubix Warehouse is wheelchair accessible with assistance via a single entrance on Phoenix Street. The entrance features one-step into the venue, made wheelchair accessible by temporary ramp. Staff are on site to assist with installing the ramp as required. There is a footpath ramp with a gradient directly outside the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by Upfield Train line (Brunswick Station 300m) and buses on Dawson Street.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available on Phoenix Street and surrounding streets.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Phoenix Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Patrons are advised to contact the venue ahead of time to reserve a wheelchair accessible table.
SMALL TIME
271-273 Albert St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Small Time Group is wheelchair accessible via the main entrance on Albert Street. There is a footpath ramp approximately 20m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Brunswick Station 200m).
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Albert Street and Sydney Road. There is an accessible parking space located directly outside the venue.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Albert Street (directly outside the venue).
SPARTA PLACE
Sparta Pl, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Sparta Place is wheelchair accessible. There is a footpath ramp approximately 50m from the Sydney Road venue entrance and approximately 20m from venue entrance in Tripovich Street.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Brunswick Station 150m) and Buses on Victoria Street.
Car Parking
A limited public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Tripovich Street at the rear of Sparta Place.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road, Victoria Steet and Tripovich Street (directly outside venue).
TEMPO RUBATO
34 Breese St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
Tempo Rubato is wheelchair accessible with no stairs but there is an upward incline in front of venue entrance. The gradient is fine for motorised chairs, but assistance may be required for manual chairs. Staff are on site to assist and have direct sight of venue entry. There are planters at the end of the driveway. The space between the planters allows for chairs and mobility scooters. There is a footpath ramp approximately 15m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line (Anstey Station 150m) and Buses on Albion Street.
Car Parking
There is a carpark to the north of Tempo Rubato and limited spaces along Breese Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Breese Street (directly outside the venue).
THE B.EAST
80 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
Physical Access
The B.East is wheelchair accessible via a single entrance on Lygon Street. It features a wide ramp into venue, no steps, no handrails. There is a footpath ramp approximately 30m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 1 and 6 Tram and Buses on Brunswick Road and Glenlyon Road.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Lygon Street. There is also additional user-pays parking at various locations nearby.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Weston Street (approximately 40m from venue entrance).
Additional Information
Due to extended outdoor dining at this location, recommended taxi pick-up/drop-off zone is Weston Street.
THE JAZZLAB
27 Leslie St, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
The Jazzlab is wheelchair accessible via a large roller door to the right of the main entrance on Leslie Street. From the courtyard, venue access is through a single door to the left. This entrance features a wide doorway. Access to the gate is via a sloped driveway entrance. There is a footpath ramp approximately 30m from the venue entrance..
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Victoria Street.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Leslie Street and Victoria Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Leslie Street (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Patrons with access requirements are advised to contact the venue ahead of time to reserve space close to the stage.
THE MOLDY FIG
120-122 Lygon St, Brunswick East VIC 3057
Physical Access
The Moldy Fig is wheelchair accessible via separate entry on Cocoa Jackson Lane. The main entrance is wheelchair accessible with assistance due to the step. There is a footpath ramp approximately 10m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
Wheelchair accessible bathrooms are available on site.
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 1 and 6 Tram and Buses on Glenlyon Road.
Car Parking
Limited street parking is available along Lygon Street. There is also additional user-pays parking at various locations nearby.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Lygon Street (directly outside the venue).
Additional Information
Cocoa Jackson Lane is a bluestone surface.
THE RETREAT HOTEL
280 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056
Physical Access
The Retreat Hotel is wheelchair accessible with assistance via the entrance on Sydney Road. The entrance features two steps into the venue, made wheelchair accessible by temporary ramp. Staff and security are on site to assist with installing the ramp as required. There is a footpath ramp approximately 20m from the venue entrance.
Bathrooms
TBA
Public Transport
Reachable by the number 19 Tram, Upfield Train line and Buses on Glenylon Road/ Dawson Street.
Car Parking
A public car park, including accessible spaces, is available on Dawson Street. There is also a car park accessible via Albert Street. Limited spaces are available in the car park at the rear of Brunswick Mechanics Institute and along Sydney Road and David Street.
Taxi pick-up/drop-off zone
Sydney Road (directly outside venue).
Additional Information
Patrons with access requirements are advised to contact the venue ahead of time to reserve seating. Mixed flooring surfaces throughout venue.
