General enquiries
When and where will you find us in 2026?
Join us for Le Festival 2026 (Brisbane French Festival) from Friday 24th to Sunday 26th July 2026 @ Roma Street Parkland!
What are Le Festival's 2026 Opening Hours?
Le Festival 2026 will be open as follows:
Friday: 4pm to 10pm
Saturday : 8am – 10pm
Sunday: 8am – 5pm
What can you bring and cannot ?
To make sure everyone enjoys a safe and comfortable experience at Le Festival, here’s what you can and cannot bring on site:
✅ You can bring:
• Water bottles (PET or reusable)
• Picnic blankets
• Chairs
• Prams, umbrellas, bags, backpacks
Guests are welcome to bring their own food, but we encourage everyone to enjoy and support our amazing French food and drink stalls on site 🇫🇷✨
🚫 You cannot bring:
• Alcohol brought in from outside
• Glass bottles or containers
• Illegal drugs
• Weapons of any kind
• Containers of liquid fuel
• Any items considered illegal or dangerous
• Single‑use plastics (bags, straws, cutlery, polystyrene, helium balloons, non‑PET bottles)
• Smoking materials (smoking is not permitted inside the festival)
How can I pay at Le Festival 2026?
Le Festival is a cashless event, and ONLY Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards will be accepted for payment at most outlets (some exhibitors may accept cash)
Will First Aid be available?
Yes, you can find the First Aid in the Forecourt next to the Merchandise Tent!
Can we bring pets?
Yes! We love to see our furry supporters – you can bring along your pet as long as you keep it on a leash at all times.
Is there an ATM in the venue?
No.
Le Festival is a cashless event, and only Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards will be accepted for payment at most outlets (some exhibitors may accept cash)
Will we serve alcoholic beverages?
Oui bien sûr! You can certainly purchase alcoholic beverage, but from our French Bar only – and you must be over 18. You will get a wristband at the entrance, show it to the French Bar.
Will there be children's entertainment facilities or child-minding services?
We do not have child‑minding facilities, but we do have something fun in the works! Our brand‑new Kids’ Corner is currently being prepared — a colourful, playful space with activities for little festival‑goers of all ages.
We’re putting the final touches on the program… stay tuned, exciting things are coming!
Is smoking permitted on site?
No, smoking is not permitted anywhere on the festival premises as per the tobacco laws in Queensland.
How do I get a Festival program?
In accordance with our sustainability initiatives, we no longer distribute print programs. The best way to get all the necessary information about our event is right here on our website, and via our social media, so make sure you’re following! For any other question, come see us at the Information tent.
Is Le Festival for all ages?
Oui! Le Festival is for all ages, but as this is a licensed event, children aged 18 or under attending Le Festival will need to be accompanied in and around Le Festival’s site by a parent or responsible adult at all times.
Are kids aged 12 and under still allowed in free?
Yes, with a paying adult, and they will need a free ticket.
Anyone over that age needs to purchase a ticket. Please ensure children are supervised by a parent or adult guardian at all times.
Where is the Lost & Found?
If you lose something, please advise one of our staff, or go to the Info tent. Alternatively, if you find something, please hand it to us at the Info tent as well.
What sustainability measures are you taking?
Recycling bins (placed in pairs with general bins and signed)
Vendors (including food and beverage suppliers) will be advised of waste and other sustainability requirements (crockery and cutlery options match bins provided; avoidance of single-use plastic)
Marketing and promotion will encourage attendees to be sustainable (e.g. show active and public transport options)
More questions?
Our FAQs page is an ongoing ‘still-in-progress’ page and regularly updated. If you have more questions about Le Festival, which are not in our FAQs, please contact us. Merci!
Exhibitors and Volunteers
How do I register for a market stall?
To register, simply visit our Exhibitor Registration page and complete the form to let us know a little bit about yourself and the product or service that you wish to provide. We will then be in touch.
How do I apply to volunteer at the event?
Volunteer registrations will open online in May here on our website, so stay tuned for updates!
Can I perform at Le Festival?
We would love to have you perform, and we have been so positively overwhelmed with interest… that our entertainment program is now completely full! So if you wish to perform and you missed out this time, don’t worry – we will definitely consider you next year!
Getting there
How do I get to Le Festival?
You can drive, bus, train, CityCat, taxi, carshare, ride, scooter… even walk! Find your easiest route to Roma Street Parkland – visit our Getting There page for more details.
Is there parking?
Yes! Roma Street Parkland has nearby parking options, including the Roma Street Car Park and Cornerstone Car Park, both just a few minutes’ walk away. For full details, please check our Getting There page.
What are the public transport options?
You can reach Le Festival by bus, train, bicycle, or a combination of these. Carpooling with friends or sharing a cab is also a great option. More details are available on our “Getting there” page.
Where should I stay in the surrounding area?
Brisbane offers plenty of great hotels and accommodation options close to Roma Street Parkland. Our Accommodation page is currently being created — stay tuned for updates!
Is there disabled access?
Yes! Roma Street Parkland is designed to be fully accessible and wheelchair‑friendly. There are accessible bathrooms at the Amphitheatre, Lakeside, and the Carriage Shed, as well as signed accessible parking spaces around the Parkland. If you’re arriving by train or bus, Platform 10 at Roma Street Station has an elevator with direct access to the Parkland.
If you have any other questions, feel free to email us at info@lefestival.com.au , our team will be happy to help !
Ticketing
Is there an admission fee?
Yes. We are not-for-profit organisation and entry fees contribute to venue hire, security, cleaning, and an amazing entertainment program to ensure our visitors have the utmost comfort and safety.
Kids under 12 and disability companions have free entry. Concession applies to students, pensioners/seniors, and those with disabilities.
I want to cancel/change/refund my ticket.
Once a sale is finalised, there will be no refunds, cancellations, or exchanges. Incorrect purchases DO NOT qualify for a refund. When special circumstances apply, please contact us to discuss.
I've paid for entry, but only received an email receipt. How do I get my tickets?