This captivating bar combines breathtaking cityscapes with electrifying entertainment, drawing in locals and travelers alike. Perched 100 meters above Brisbane on Sky Deck Level 23 at The Star Brisbane, Cicada Blu offers unrivaled open-air views and vibrant day-to-night ambiance. Featuring two 12-metre LED screens, stadium-quality sound, and three VIP booths, it delivers every sporting moment in unparalleled style, setting the stage for epic experiences. Whether hosting intimate gatherings or grand-scale occasions, The Star Brisbane delivers a seamless blend of elegance, functionality, and stunning settings to create unforgettable experiences. Spanning 2,000m² (21,527 sq ft), the soundproofed venue can be divided into five distinct areas, complemented by a pre-function room, six conference rooms, a business centre, and a conference secretariat. Perfect for meeting friends, this swanky venue brims with energy and fun on Level 5 within the Casino (18+ only). Cherry at The Star Brisbane is a vibrant hotspot featuring a stunning 360-degree bar, bespoke seasonal cocktails, and chilled beats. The Star Brisbane opened in phases beginning on August 29, 2024, with additional venues and experiences continuing to debut into September and beyond. This expansive 30-acre precinct along Brisbane’s river edge promises over 50 venues and experiences designed to appeal to both locals and visitors, redefining the city’s cultural and entertainment landscape. Today’s planners are searching for venues that deliver atmosphere, flexibility and experiences guests will actually talk about long after the event ends. Together, The Star Brisbane and the broader Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct attracts over 1 million visitors to the city each year. Below, the 12,000sqm open-air Leisure Deck, perched 37 metres above street level, delivers resort-style amenities, event space and expansive lawns overlooking the city skyline. Its 250-metre Sky Deck, soaring 100 metres above the river, has quickly become one of the city’s most iconic drawcards, offering spectacular dining, bars and panoramic views. That also means returning guests will find something new to experience, not just here at The Star but also across both sides of the river." The multi-phase opening of The Star Brisbane means more exciting announcements will come in the back half of 2024. "The event centre is ready to host a full calendar of events and conferences from early September, and we are preparing to welcome our first guests to five-star The Star Grand, with bookings to open very soon." In this article, we take a closer look at Brisbane's new casino and the exciting prospects it brings to both locals and visitors. As part of the next phase of the multi-staged opening, the Dorsett and Rosewood hotels will be launched at a later date. According to corporate information, the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane casino operator "will have an entitlement to 2,500 gaming machines, although not all machines may be installed at opening". The gaming floors, which Destination Brisbane said "comprise just 5 percent of the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct", opened at 2pm, local time. The new precinct on the edge of Brisbane River will experience multi-phase openings, with The Star Brisbane at the heart of the 12-hectare space. "We’ve been talking for some time about our vision of the city, with high-quality precincts linked together with active travel and public transport links," he said. The main casino floor, sports bar, and gaming rooms are set to follow these facilities. The casino precinct has a spotlight on the Sky Deck, which offers a view of the sunset and city lights at an awe-inspiring 100-meter height. The five-star hotel has 340 luxurious rooms, including 60 suites and four plush Skyline Penthouse Suites. Foodies can indulge in numerous dining and drinking experiences at The Star Grand Hotel. Queensland Premier Steven Miles describes Queen’s Wharf as a "vision of the city" aimed at positioning Brisbane as a prime global destination. Each has its own unique offerings, gourmet menu items, first-class service, and ambiance that sets them apart from more casual diing establishments. With a buzzing bar, elegant private dining spaces, and impeccable service, this sleek venue elevates Cantonese dining on The Terrace, Level 4. Led by acclaimed Chef Ling Lee, the inspired menu honors timeless Chinese flavors while embracing modern innovation. From Michael Tassis, of Opa Bar + Mezze and Yamas Greek + Drink fame, this Level 4 venue redefines Mediterranean dining. Backed by the Gambaro Group’s three generations of dining excellence, the expanded menu blends beloved classics with innovative new dishes. The drinks menu showcases Italian wine varietals, Amaro Sours, Negronis, and Limoncello spritzes. "We want to ensure our team members are prepared, our facilities have been tested, our processes are right, and our guests have an exceptional experience they will talk about and come back to experience again," says Finch. "LiveWire will be a safe and vibrant venue bringing the soundtrack of Brisbane to life with a lineup of music, comedy, live acts, special events and late-night entertainment." "LiveWire will be one of our first venues to open, supporting and enhancing the growth of Brisbane’s nighttime entertainment economy. The Star Brisbane is set to unveil its first phase of attractions at the $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf precinct, releasing a list of cultural, culinary and entertainment features that will open on 29 August, 2024. A lineup of world-class performances, live shows, and events are expected to grace the stages of the entertainment venues within the precinct.
