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Beat the traffic by using free public transport to get home from Riverfire

• 31 Aug 2023 12:57 pm AEST Date Time
• Public transport is the easiest option to travel home from Riverfire this year with Translink providing free travel from select locations after the fireworks.
• Additional train, bus and ferry services will operate on the evening of Saturday September 2 to ensure customers can leave their car at home.
• Customers are encouraged to plan their trip in advance by visiting the Translink website , downloading the MyTranslink app or calling 13 12 30.

Riverfire patrons are encouraged to leave the car at home and catch public transport with free travel home and additional services.

More than 400,000 people attended Riverfire last year with crowd numbers expected to at least match that figure this year.

Free travel will be available after the fireworks from 7.30pm to 9pm from South Bank, South Brisbane, Roma Street and Central train stations, and from Woolloongabba, Mater Hill, South Bank, Queen Street, King George Square and Roma Street bus stations. The Cultural Centre Bus Station will be closed during this time.

There will be additional outbound services on 14 bus routes between 7.30pm and 9pm and a 15-minute service frequency on all train lines in the same period, excluding trains to Doomben, Rosewood and Nambour.

All CityCats will cease operating between 6.45pm and 7.45pm, however they will resume after the fireworks have finished with additional services. There is no free travel on CityCat services and limited services between Northshore Hamilton and Mowbray Park will still be in operation.

With some road closures, heavy traffic and a large amount of people departing from South Bank after the completion of the fireworks, Translink asks customers to be patient while taking public transport home.

It is important that customers plan their travel in advance to ensure they can easily arrive and depart from Riverfire, so Translink encourages them to download the MyTranslink app, visit the Translink website or call 13 12 30.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Mark Bailey:

“Riverfire is one of south east Queensland’s biggest and most-loved events.

“Leaving the car at home and taking public transport to and from Riverfire this year is the easiest and best decision you can make when it comes to travel.

“There will be road and bridge closures around the city, so public transport is the ideal and most convenient option to avoid the hassles of parking and heavy traffic.

“There will be more than 130 additional bus services and over 30 additional train services to ensure that large crowds from Riverfire are dispersed easily and meet the needs for customers.

“Our priority is to make sure customers can get home safely and as quickly as possible, so we encourage travelers to be patient as large crowds depart from Riverfire.”

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Leave the car at home for riverfire and enjoy free public transport from the fireworks.

Published Friday, 25 September, 2015 at 04:07 PM

Deputy Premier, Minister for Transport, Minister for Infrastructure, Local Government and Planning and Minister for Trade The Honourable Jackie Trad

Queenslanders heading to watch the Riverfire fireworks spectacular this weekend are encouraged to catch public transport to secure the best seat in the house.

The Deputy Premier Jackie Trad said Riverfire was an iconic event attracting more than 500,000 people and the safest and easiest way to travel to and from Southbank is to use public transport.

“Riverfire is one of the busiest public transport nights of the year and extra services will be operating across Saturday (26 September) night to get people to and from the fireworks spectacular at South Bank,” Ms Trad said.

“To help you travel home safely, train and bus travel will be free from Southbank, South Brisbane and Roma Street train stations and Southbank, Mater Hill and Cultural Centre busway stations for two hours after the fireworks finish.

“With road closures and diversions planned throughout the City, South Bank and Fortitude Valley areas, buses and trains are by far the best way to avoid parking and traffic hassles around the Riverfire precinct.”

Additional inbound buses will run from these key locations:

• Inala Plaza, stop B - every 30 minutes from 2.27pm to 5.57pm
• Eight Miles Plains station platform 1- every 16 minutes from 2.23pm to 6.51pm
• Garden City Interchange, Stop D - every 30 minutes from 2.46pm to 6.16pm
• Altandi stop, Mains Road at Shearwin Street - every 10- 15 minutes from 2.29pm to 6.39pm
• Sunflower shop, Honeysuckle Way near Beaudesert Road -         every 15 minutes from 2.03pm to 6.03pm
• Garden City Interchange, stop I - 4.48pm, 5.22, 5.37pm, 5.56pm, 6.30pm, 6.45pm
• Garden City Interchange, stop H           every 30 minutes from 2.32pm to 6.02pm
• Carina stop, Old Cleveland Road at Jones Road -    every 15 minutes from 2.22pm to 6.37pm
• Toombul Shopping Centre, stop C - every 30 minutes from 2.20pm to 6.20pm
• Chermside Shopping Centre. stop A - every 15 minutes from 2.52pm to 6.37pm
• Aspley Hypermarket, stop B       - every 15 minutes from 2.07pm to 6.22pm
• Waterworks Road every 15 minutes -  from 2.32pm to 6.17pm
• Kenmore Central  - every 15 minutes between 2.06pm to 2.51pm, 3.07pm to 3.52pm, 4.21pm to 6.21pm
• Riverhills West - every 30 minutes from 2.25pm to 5.55pm
• Heathwood (Parkwood Terminus)        - every 60 minutes from 2.30pm to 5.30pm
• Redland Bay Marina - 2pm, 3pm, 4pm, 4.15pm, 5pm.

Due to limited capacity and to ensure passenger safety, the free travel offer will not be available on City Cat and ferry services and normal TransLink fares would apply.

For details on getting to and from Riverfire 2015, visit www.translink.com.au or phone 13 12 30, anytime.

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Riverfire Is Returning For 2023, So Stake Out Your Fave Riverside Spot Now

By Mikaela Mulveney

29th Aug 2023

Fire up that group chat and get planning because Riverfire is returning to Brisbane with a bang in 2023. All eyes will be looking to the skies as Brisbane’s biggest fireworks extravaganza hits the river, so it's time to scope out those vantage points to find the perfect spot to witness this stunning event. 

Whether you are an avid fan of Riverfire, or witnessing for the first glorious time, you definitely do not want to miss this show. Over 500,000 people will make their way down to the river around various locations in Brisbane to experience a large-scale First Nations led visual spectacle which will celebrate the beauty, creativity and wisdom of Australia’s Indigenous culture. This will be followed by an electrifying pyrotechnics display by Foti Fireworks which will launch from the city's bridges, barges and rooftops across the city. 

When Is Riverfire? 

Riverfire 2023 will take place on Saturday 2 September, with entertainment from 4pm and the fireworks at 7pm. Like last year, the event will take place during school holidays to launch Brisbane Festival rather than close it, so it is the perfect opportunity for a night out with the kids. 

Where Is The Best Place To Watch Riverfire? 

Triple M and Channel 9 will be broadcasting the event live for all of you who cannot witness this spectacle in person. But if you do have an opportunity to get down to the river, the best places to watch are from South Bank Parklands (just note that the area will be closed off once it reaches capacity), the Kangaroo Point cliffs, Wilson’s Lookout, Howard Smith Wharves, Captain Burke Park and the City Riverwalk. 

The Best Venues For Riverfire 2023 

Not keen to fight it out for the best spot along the Brisbane river? No stress, because we have a list of venues doing events for Riverfire that will give you a guaranteed front seat to this epic fireworks display. Of course, this is Brisbane’s night of nights, so make sure you book yourself tickets in advance—plenty of venues are already booked out.

• Fiume , Howard Smith Wharves 
• Lina Rooftop , South Brisbane 
• Soleil Pool Bar , South Brisbane 
• Babylon Brisbane , Brisbane City 
• The Lex , Brisbane CBD 
• Oasis , Brisbane River
• Riverland , Brisbane CBD
• Friday’s , Brisbane CBD
• Tenya , Brisbane CBD 
• Persone , Brisbane CBD 
• Terrace , South Brisbane 
• Opa , Brisbane CBD 
• Madame Wu , Brisbane CBD 
• South Beach , South Bank 
• The Aviary , Brisbane CBD
• Sunsets , Woolloongabba 

Check out what else is happening for Brisbane festival here . 

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RiverFire is a series of free live music concert events every Thursday evening July 11 th and through August 8th 6-8:00pm in Downtown Wakefield RI. (gps address: 317 Main St., Wakefield, RI)

Free Live Music on Main S treet and the at   The Contemporary Theater outdoor stage.  

Local vendors and artisans located along the River, Main Street and the Contemporary Theater.

Come early with family, friends and pets to stroll Main Street, visit our shops, check out what local vendors have to offer, grab a bite to eat, and walk across the Saugutucket River Bridge and enjoy the ambiance of the fires glowing along the river lit at 6:30pm.

July 11th: Ladies Night! 6-8pm

Contemporary Theater:   Gooseberry Road

Gooseberry Road is a 3 piece act playing music from the 1960’s and 70’s - Beatles, Carole King, Hollies, Bee Gees, Aztec Two-Step, more, and originals.

Main Street: Kaitlyn Tarro Duo

Pop, rock, blues and dynamic vocals!

Sari Sanctuary:   Tarot Card Reading and Henna Tattoo Artist

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July 18th: 6-8pm

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Four piece 90's alternative rock cover band, with Wakefield Idol winner Michelle Savoie on lead vocals.

Main Street: Paul Colombino 

Solo Acoustic  artist, I nternational Acoustic Music Award Winner - Instrumental - for the song "Kottke" 2023   Finalist, Race to the Stage Contest, East Greenwich, RI 2019

Sari Sanctuary : Sole Sheibar and Face Painting

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Contemporary Theater:  Gary Hopp and the Good Vibe Tribe

High energy  band, bring your dance shoes!

Main Street: Paul Colombino

Solo Acoustic  artist, International Acoustic Music Award Winner - Instrumental - for the song "Kottke" 2023   Finalist, Race to the Stage Contest, East Greenwich, RI 2019

Sari Sanctuary Stage: TBD

August 1st: 6-8pm.

Contemporary Theater:  Kaitlyn Tarro Band

Kaitlyn Tarro is an up-and-coming artist who started in the small town of Smithfield, Rhode Island. Combining powerful vocals with a warm, soulful tone, Tarro allows for feelings throughout the different varieties of music to resonate in her unique way. In March 2019, her powerful and soulful sound helped her to win Wakefield Idol, a singing competition in Wakefield, Rhode Island. 

Main Street: The Van Pelt Duo

Brother/Sister Collin & Sarah are an acoustic duo for any event. Specializing in top 40 and requests.

Sari Sanctuary  Stage: Ichiban Karate and Fitness

Stop by and learn  all about what Ichiban has to offer and try your   skills  at board breaking!

August 8th: 6-8pm

Contemporary Theater:  Poor Man's Gibson

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Your guide to Riverfire 2022 in Brisbane: Details on the fireworks schedule, vantage points, aircraft flyover times, road closures

For the first time, Brisbane's favourite fireworks show will mark the beginning of the city's spring arts and music event Brisbane Festival.

Another bright pyrotechnics display is ready to explode from bridges, barges and rooftops across the city.

Here's what you need to know.  

What time are the Riverfire fireworks?

The fireworks display will go from 7:05 to 7:25pm.

When is the RAAF flyover?

The F/A-18F Super Hornets will fly over the city at 5:20pm.

They will be followed by an Army Aviation display at 5:30pm.

Where are the best places to watch the Riverfire fireworks?

The best vantage points along the Brisbane River are:

• River Terrace at Kangaroo Point
• Kangaroo Point Cliffs
• BOQ Festival Gardens South Bank
• City Botanic Gardens
• Captain Burke Park or Wilson's Outlook
• Eagle Street Pier or Riverside Centre

If you're avoiding the crowds and staying home, you can watch the event on free-to-air TV Channel Nine or listen to the broadcast on Triple M (104.5 FM).

They will erupt from 15 firing locations and use more than 11 tonnes of fireworks.

The show will be synchronised to a soundtrack chosen by the kids of Brisbane through Brisbane Festival's Songs of the Sky competition.

Will there be a dump and burn?

No. There will be no dump and burn this year at Riverfire.

The last F-111 dump and burn was in 2010.

The practice, which started in 1998, was stopped because the planes replacing the F-111s did not have the ability to do a dump and burn.

What are the Riverfire road closures?

Most of the road closures for Riverfire will be between 4pm and midnight.

You can see the full list on the  Brisbane Festival website .

BRISBANE CITY

• William Street (Elizabeth Street to Queen Street)
• Adelaide Street (George Street to North Quay)
• George Street (Elizabeth Street to Burnett Lane)
• Elizabeth Street (William Street to George Street) 7pm to 9:30pm
• Elizabeth Street north and south off-ramps from Riverside Expressway 7pm to 9:30pm

FORTITUDE VALLEY

• Harcourt Street at Bowen Terrace 7am to 8:30pm
• Kent Street at Bowen Terrace 7am to 8:30pm
• Ann Street (Brunswick Street to Gipps Street) 6:30pm to 8pm; slip to Story Bridge closed
• Gipps Street (Wickham Street to Ann Street) 6:30pm to 8pm; no access to Story Bridge
• Kemp Place (Gipps Street to Story Bridge) 6:30pm to 8pm
• Ivory Street at Harrison Lane 6:30pm to 8pm
• Martin Street at Harrison Lane 6:30pm to 8pm
• Bowen Terrace (Story Bridge to Bowen Street) 6:30pm to 8:30pm
• Malt Street at Bowen Terrace 6:30pm to 8:30pm
• Bowen Street at Bowen Terrace 6:30pm to 8:30pm

KANGAROO POINT

• Cliffs Service Road (Captain Cook Bridge to end of service road) 6am to 9:30pm
• Lockerbie Street at River Terrace 6am to 9:30pm
• Walmsley Street at River Terrace 6am to 9:30pm
• Llewellyn Street at River Terrace 6am to 9:30pm
• Bell Street at River Terrace 6am to 9:30pm
• Paton Street 6am to 9:30pm
• Holman Street 6am to 10:30pm
• Anglesey Street 4pm to 9:30pm
• Lockerbie Street (Main Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Walmsley Street (Main Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Llewellyn Street (Main Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Bell Street (Main Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Paton Street (Main Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Vulture Street (Christie Street to Leopard Street) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Leopard Street (Vulture Street to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• River Terrace (Leopard Street to Main Street) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Main Street (Shafston Avenue overpass to River Terrace) 4pm to 9:30pm
• Shafston Avenue (O'Connell Street to Story Bridge) 6:30pm to 8pm
• Bradfield Highway (Main Street to Story Bridge) 6:30pm to 8pm
• Anderson Street at Holman Street 7:15pm to 8:30pm

SOUTH BRISBANE

• Little Stanley Street 11:30pm Friday to 3pm Sunday
• Russell Street (Grey Street and South Bank Parklands) 7am to 11pm
• Victoria Bridge Cycleway (Grey and William Streets) all day Thursday to Sunday
• Hope Street (Fish Lane to Melbourne Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Fish Lane (Hope Street to Grey Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Grey Street (Peel Street to Tribune Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Grey Street (Tribune Street to Vulture Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Stanley Place at Grey Street (GOMA) 4pm to 11pm
• Ernest Street (Merivale Street to Grey Street) 6:30pm to 11pm
• Ernest Street at Vulture Street 7:15pm to 9:30pm
• Colchester Street (Ernest Street to Tribune Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Tribune Street (Colchester to Grey Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Tribune Street between South Bank car park exit and Grey Street 4pm to 11pm
• Vulture Street (Graham Street to Grey Street) 4pm to 11pm
• Vulture Street at Grey Street 4pm to 11pm
• Vulture Street at Ernest Street 7:15pm to 9:30pm
• Little Dock Street at Dock Street 4pm to 5pm
• Little Dock Street at Dock Street 5pm to 9:30pm
• Glenelg Street (Merivale Street to Little Stanley Street) 6:30pm to 11pm

MT COOT-THA

• Scenic Drive (Sir Samuel Griffith Drive to Mt Coot-tha Road) 4:30pm to 9:30pm
• Mt Coot-tha Road (Sir Samuel Griffith Drive to Scenic Drive) 4:30pm to 9:30pm
• Sir Samuel Griffith Drive at Mt Coot-tha Lookout 5pm to 9:30pm
• Shire Road at Tenby Street 3pm to 9pm

BRISBANE RIVER

• New Farm Riverwalk between Sydney Street and Howard Smith Wharf 6:45pm to 7:30pm
• Mowbray Park, East Brisbane to the Go Between Bridge (Cribb Street, Milton) 5pm to 8:45pm

What are the Riverfire bridge closures?

VICTORIA BRIDGE

• Eastern footpath (South Bank side) remains open at all times
• Western footpath (Museum side) closes from 5:30pm to 9:30pm (or as directed by police)
• Victoria Bridge Monument closes between 4pm and 9:00pm

GOODWILL BRIDGE

• Closed to pedestrians and cyclists between 4pm and 8pm

STORY BRIDGE

• Two city-bound traffic lanes close on Wednesday from 11pm until 5am, Thursday from 8pm until 5am, Friday and again on Sunday between 5am and 10am
• Western footpath (city side) closes to pedestrians on Thursday from 8pm until 10pm Saturday
• Eastern footpath (Dockside side) closes to pedestrians from 6:30pm to 8pm on Saturday
• No pedestrian access on the Story Bridge from 6:30pm until 8pm on Saturday
• All traffic lanes close from 6:30pm until 8pm on Saturday

CAPTAIN COOK BRIDGE — Riverside Expressway

• The outbound lanes (southbound) remain open but operate at a reduced speed with police patrols monitoring traffic flow and responding to any incidents

KURILPA BRIDGE

• Remains open at all times

Are the ferries running?

Additional CityCat services will operate on Saturday using  terminals that are currently operating .

Services will cease operating between 6:45pm and 7:45pm for the fireworks display, resuming as soon as an all-clear is provided.

The Howard Smith Wharf-Riverside-South Bank CityHopper service will cease operations between 6:45pm and 8:15pm.

For the latest information on CityCat and CiyHopper services, visit the Translink website at translink.com.au

How do I get home from Riverfire?

Additional Citytrain services will operate on most lines and buses will run as usual.

There are changes to the outbound platform of the Cultural Centre Busway .

Can I fly my drone at Riverfire?

Due to the increased risk posed to low-flying aircraft and fireworks during the event on Saturday and during the rehearsals on the days prior, drones MUST NOT be flown within the city, Kangaroo Point, and South Brisbane precincts at any time on these days.

For further information about the safe use of drones, visit CASA's website www.casa.gov.au

What car parks are open?

The QPAC car park is still closed due to flood damage but there is still access to the following:

• Queensland Museum and the State Library: Access/Egress to these car parks is only available via Stanley Place (height restriction of 2.3m applies)
• Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre: Access via Merivale Street only, all day
• South Bank Car Park entry and exit until 7:15pm is available via Glenelg Street. Entry and exit available via Tribune Street until 4pm. After 4pm no entry is available from Tribune Street, exit only until approximately 9:30pm when Grey Street is clear of pedestrians
• Treasury Hotel Car Park will operate contraflow under supervision of hotel security, traffic controllers, and police to exit onto George Street between approximately 6:45pm and 9:30pm. Delays are expected.

Do I have to wear a mask?

Face masks are still required on public transport, including while waiting on the platform or at a stop, and when outside your home or accommodation if you have a temperature equal to or higher than 37.5 degrees, you have COVID-19 symptoms and/or you are awaiting a COVID-19 PCR test result, and if you are diagnosed with COVID-19, are a close contact, or are an international traveller (in accordance with other public health directions).

Masks are still recommended wherever you cannot socially distance.

What can I bring into South Bank?

Please do not bring pets, bikes, scooters or drones, drink bottles with broken seals (including bottles of water or soft drink), glass or alcohol to South Bank.

These items will be confiscated by South Bank security staff.

Free drinking water is available at South Bank.

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RiverFire is a series of free live music concert events every Thursday evening July 11th and through August 8th 6-8:00pm in Downtown Wakefield RI. (gps address: 317 Main St., Wakefield, RI) ​ Free Live Music on Main Street and the at The Contemporary Theater outdoor stage, Children's Activities at the Sari Sanctuary Stage on the Saugutucket River. ​ Local vendors and artisans located along the River, Main Street and the Contemporary Theater. ​ Come early with family, friends and pets to stroll Main Street, visit our shops, check out what local vendors have to offer, grab a bite to eat, and walk across the Saugutucket River Bridge and enjoy the ambiance of the fires glowing along the river lit at 6:30pm.

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• Presented By: Wakefield Village Assocation
• Dates: July 11, 2024 - August 8, 2024
• Recurrence: Recurring weekly on Thursday
• Location: Main Street, Wakefield, RI 02879
• Address: 327 Main Street, Wakefield, 02879
• Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
• Price: Free

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Arts & entertainment, design & style, travel & leisure, search concrete playground, riverfire is set to kick off brisbane festival with a flurry of fireworks for the second year in a row.

Brisbane's skies will light up on Saturday, September 2, launching a still-to-be-revealed program filled with local, national and internationalartists.

When Brisbane Festival unleashed Riverfire's fireworks in 2022 , it moved them to the beginning rather than the end of its annual September run. That shift was a hit — brightening up the sky is always a hit whenever it happens, of course — so now the yearly arts fest is locking in the same kind of spring start in 2023.

Brisbane Festival will run from Friday, September 1–Saturday, September 23 this year, with Riverfire getting dazzling on Saturday, September 2. The fireworks display has now settled into its new slot after a chaotic few years, which saw it scaled back in 2019, then replaced with a light and laser show in 2020 due to the pandemic, and finally returning in 2021 . If you're the type of person who plans your entire day around staring upwards, mark your diary now.

Initially, Riverfire moved to shift out of school holidays. No matter when it's held, more than 500,000 people usually attend. If you've been to South Brisbane when it's on — even hours earlier — you will have seen the masses of people to prove how popular it is. In fact, head anywhere with a decent vantage over the river and crowds await.

Even if fireworks aren't usually your thing, you might still be interested in the Riverfire shindigs that always pop up on the night, with bars around town usually throwing plenty of parties with quite the lit-up backdrop.

Full details about the this year's Riverfire won't be revealed until the Brisbane Festival program is released later in the year, with a few key events set to be announced in late May ahead of the full program in early July. Naturally, Riverfire itself will be as straightforward as it usually is — with fireworks doing their thing for more than 20 minutes across the evening, and folks around Brissie finding the right spot to look up.

As for the rest of Bris Fest, it'll be Artistic Director Louise Bezzina's fourth at the helm, and promises another array of local, national and international artists putting on must-see shows. The event will also be endeavouring to build on 2022's successes, which saw it prove a hit not just with locals but visitors — notching up 71,866 visitor nights in Brisbane, and $12 million in spending from folks from out of town.

"Brisbane really does become the stage for great art over September, and it is a great thrill and privilege to program events that amaze, inspire, thrill and challenge audiences, both local and from interstate," Bezzina said.

"To this end, we are finalising the 2023 program and will have a few surprises in store that will offer even more compelling reasons to visit Brisbane this spring."

Riverfire 2023 will take place on Saturday, September 2, during this year's Brisbane Festival . Further details will be announced with the full Brisbane Festival program later in 2023.

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Best hotels for Riverfire Brisbane 2024

If you’re looking for the best hotels for Riverfire Brisbane – then read on!  This guide covers the best Riverfire accommodation 2024, all with incredible views!   

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Wondering where to watch Riverfire this year, somewhere without the crowds?  Why not book your own private place to watch the city light up?  Staying in one of the city’s hotels really does offer some of the best vantage points for Riverfire Brisbane 2024 – and you won’t be fighting the crowds.

So, what is the best hotel for Riverfire Brisbane 2024? That really depends on where you want to stay and your budget.  The best hotels to watch Brisbane Riverfire are the ones that offer incredible views of the river – either across to the South Bank parklands or the Storey Bridge.  

Some Riverfire 2024 accommodation offer your very own private balcony to watch the fireworks from, while others provide huge windows where you can enjoy the views from the comfort of your room.

And you don’t have to just stay in your room; some of the best hotels for Riverfire offer pool decks or restaurants where you can enjoy the entertainment with other guests.

So the best hotel to watch Riverfire Brisbane – really depends on you!

But to help you make the right choice, this article covers a range of Brisbane Riverfire accommodation options – including luxury hotels with first class facilities as well as a few more affordable options.  

So let’s get started and find the best accommodation for Riverfire Brisban 2024! 

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From the map below, you can see the location of each of the Riverfire hotels Brisbane has that are featured in this guide. 

Zoom in and out for a closer view. 

Below is a super quick overview of the best hotels to watch Riverfire this year, which are covered in this guide.  You can use this overview to quickly determine which of these hotels with Riverfire views is perfect for you.  

Keep reading below for a more comprehensive review of each of these hotels.

BEST RIVERFIRE ACCOMMODATION 

Below we review the top places to watch Riverfire Brisbane 2024.   

If you’re after panoramic views of Riverfire, then Southbank’s 5 star Emporium Hotel will be hard to beat! 

For the best views, head to the rooftop – where at 21 storeys above, you have the most incredible views of the river and the city skyline.  You’ll also find the stunning 23 metre infinity pool and The Terrace, where you can enjoy a drink and a bite to eat. 

A wide choice of accommodation is offered, with 143 suites to choose from.  

Suites sleep up to 4 people in single or king beds. Each suite features the latest in-room automation and entertainment technology, including a Bose sound system and a high definition 55 inch mirror-finish TV.  Ensuites have double vanities, marble walls and a separate toilet compartment.  Other features include a coffee machine, kettle, fridge and desk.

Larger suites boast a balcony or terrace and the aptly named Exquisite Suite has a freestanding bathtub with views, plus your own bar. There are also the poolside cabana suites, which being on the rooftop; the location is ideal for watching the fireworks.

The Emporium Hotel features a gym, a sauna, a steam room and even complimentary Maserati transfers for those staying in the premier suites. And in addition to the Terrace on the rooftop, downstairs you’ll find the Signature Restaurant, Belle Epoque, their French inspired restaurant and the Reserve Wine bar.  

This hotel is well situated, being just minutes from the popular South Bank Parklands and a 10 minute walk to the Queensland Performing Arts Centre.  Many cafes and restaurants are within a short walk along Grey Street and Little Stanely Street. And the Southbank train station is just 150 metres from the hotel. 

What we love?

The panoramic views across the Brisbane River and city skyline are phenomenal – it is undoubtedly the perfect choice if you’re after the best hotel view for Riverfire Brisbane. 

What’s not to love?

Parking is expensive at $50 a day.

The Emporium Hotel South Bank is undoubtedly one of the best hotels to see Riverfire from.  This hotel offers first class service and amenities and incredible panoramic views of the fireworks.

Click here for more information and to check the price.

Rydes Southbank is another good option for those looking for the best places for Riverfire – particularly if you want to be in the Southbank precinct.  The property offers a range of room types, some with fabulous river views where you can watch the fireworks from the comfort of your room.

Located just steps from the popular Southbank parklands, Rydges is close to the Cultural Centre and all the restaurants and cafes along Grey and Little Stanley Street.  The South Brisbane train station is just 350 metres away, making it super easy to get around.

Standard rooms come with one or two queen beds and feature a fully stocked mini bar, coffee machine, a desk, a safe, a TV with on demand movies, a kettle, a fridge and ensuite with walk-in shower.  

Suites offer guests additional space with separate lounge rooms and a kitchenette featuring a microwave.  Some suites have a shower as well as a bathtub.  Larger families and groups can book a two bedroom suite that sleeps up to 6 people.

Note that not all rooms and suites offer a river view, so be sure to double check when making your booking.

In terms of facilities, Rydges Southbank has a rooftop pool and a fabulous pool bar.  Other dining options at Rydges Southbank include the award winning Bacchus Restaurant and the more casual CBD cafe.  In room dining is also available.

Other hotel facilities include a gym, sauna, a 24 hour front desk, a self service laundry and fee paying valet parking. 

Super stylish rooms, some with fantastic river views, making it a great accommodation Riverfire option.  Plus, this hotel is in a great location for exploring the Southbank Parklands.

The rooftop pool isn’t huge and doesn’t have a terrace with sun loungers. And some may not appreciate the live music around the pool area – not your relaxing style pool area.

For those looking for a gorgeous room near Southbank to watch Riverfire, Rydges Southbank may be just what you’re after.  

While a little further back from the river than the previous Southbank properties, Ivy and Eve Apartments still offer rooms with city views.  The advantage of this property is that you get self-contained accommodation and a balcony from which you can enjoy the fireworks.

This property is just a 10 minute walk from Southbank, while the cultural precinct is just 5 minutes away.  You can also walk over to Queen Street Mall in 15 minutes and the nearest train station is South Brisbane, just 400m away. 

The 1, 2 and 3 bedroom resort style apartments sleep up to 6 people in queen beds. Each apartment has an open plan living area with sofas, a TV and a dining table. There is also a fully equipped kitchen, laundry, and sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with seating and city views.   

Keep in mind that only the apartments on the higher floors have river views, so be sure to book accordingly.

Ivy and Eve Apartments have a nice rooftop pool, which also features a spa and plenty of seating.  The infinity style rooftop pool is part of a larger recreational deck area featuring an outdoor cinema, sun loungers, swing chairs and barbecues. There is an additional indoor area with dining tables, sofas and a pool table. 

Other facilities at Ivy and Even include a gym and free parking.

Not only will you get fabulous Riverfire views from high floor apartments, but you also get a fantastic rooftop pool, which is the best place to watch Rivferfire Brisbane 2024 if you don’t book an apartment with river views. 

This is a bit of a residential/commercial area of South Brisbane – but still, you are surrounded by cafes and even a supermarket, plus you’re within walking distance of everything.

For those looking for the best place to stay for Riverfire Brisbane, where they can enjoy the entertainment from the comfort of their own balcony and within a short walk from the Southbank, Ivy and Evyn apartments are an excellent choice.  Here, you get excellent communal facilities, a fun resort vibe and spacious, self contained accommodation.

Directly across the river from Southbank, Evolution is absolutely perfect if you’re looking for the very best place to watch Brisbane Riverfire from.

While there are a range of accommodation options, only the 2 bedroom apartments at Evolution have the Riverfire views.  Thanks to the floor to ceiling windows, you’ll be able to see the fireworks no matter where you are in the apartment and even enjoy them from the privacy of your very own spacious balcony.

In addition to fantastic river views, these apartments are in a central location too.  You’re just a 10 minute walk from here to the Queen Street Mall or across the river to the Cultural Centre and Southbank Parklands. The nearest train station, Roma Street, is just 5 minutes away.

Studios sleep a maximum of two people in a queen bed and feature a kitchenette with a microwave and laundry facilities.  The bedroom area can be partitioned off with a sliding door, which is quite handy for a studio.

The 1 or 2 bedroom apartments sleep up to 4 people in queen sized beds. Each apartment has an open plan living area with sofas, a TV, a dining table, plus a fully equipped kitchen as well as a washing machine and dryer. 

In terms of facilities, Evolution features a heated outdoor lap pool, a spa, a gym, a cinema room, and BBQ facilities. 

The river views from the 2 bedroom apartments are the best in this entire guide -it really is the best spot for Riverfire Brisbane 2024 if you want to avoid the crowds.

While the apartments have all you need, they are quite small – still those views more than makeup for it!  

If you’re wondering where to watch Riverfire Brisbane 2024 for the very best river and Southbank views, Evolution wins hands down.  Here, you’ll enjoy the space and comfort of your own apartment and can enjoy the excellent communal amenities before and after the entertainment. 

If you’re after uber funky hotels along the Brisbane River, where you can watch the sky light up, do yourself a favour and consider the W Brisbane .   As well as fabulous river views from most rooms, throughout this chic 5 star hotel, you’ll find quirky furniture and colourful artwork. 

The W Brisbane is well located along the river at North Quay.  You’re just 650 metres from Brisbane Central Station and a 5 minute to the Queen Street Mall.  Plus, you’re just a 10 minute walk across the river to the Cultural Centre and Southbank Parklands. 

The rooms here are amazing!  These high end, spacious rooms have thought of everything. The best part is that most rooms and suites feature huge oversized windows with views over the river across to Southbank – the ideal place to enjoy Riverfire.

Rooms at the W sleep up to 2 people in a king bed or 4 people in 2 double beds, with the option of adding another person in an extra bed for an additional fee.  There are also some fancy suites offering separate bedrooms and living spaces.  The presidential suite even comes with its own bar! Pet friendly rooms are also available.

All rooms have a TV with Chromecast, a coffee machine, a curved sofa, a safe, a mini bar, a Bluetooth speaker and a desk.  The ensuite has a freestanding bathtub and a shower. 

For more great river views, head to the WET Deck, where you’ll find a cool rooftop cocktail bar with a funky undercover pool.  Two other restaurants at the W include The Lex (more great river views from here) and the Living Room Bar.  Other facilities at the W include a day spa and gym.

If you’re still undecided, I’ve written a review on W Brisbane here, which might help .

As well as the fabulous views from the comfort of your own funky room, this hotel is just uber cool!  It’s the best hotel to view Riverfire Brisbane 2024 from if you want to do it in style.

Like most city hotels, parking is pretty pricey at $60 per day – but plenty of great deals are on offer, usually including parking.

The W Brisbane is a super cool hotel! It offers fantastic views for watching Riverfire from most rooms and facilities and provides five-star accommodation at a decent price.

Located just steps from the Queen Street Mall, where you’ll find shopping galore, the five star Hyatt Regency is just a 15 minute walk to South Bank and 500 metres from Brisbane Central Station. 

While not all rooms at the Hyatt offer Riverfire views, many suites and room options do; however keep in mind that there is no balcony, so you will be watching through the window.  

Most rooms sleep 2 people in either king, queen or single beds. Each room has a desk, fridge, minibar, TV and kettle. There is a walk-in shower in the ensuite. There are also 1 or 2 bedroom suites, which feature a separate living room.

The Hyatt has a stunning rooftop pool located on the fourth floor.  From the 20 metre long heated infinity pool, you’ll enjoy city views and lounges for relaxing, as well as the Hibiscus Bar and Terrace, which has live music every Friday night.  

In addition to the Hibiscus Bar, there is Lennons Bar and Restaurant, which serves classic bistro meals.  Other facilities at the Hyatt include a gym, a 24 hour front desk, laundry facilities, fee paying valet parking and room service is also available.   

A beautiful rooftop pool, shopping on your doorstep and river views – what more could you want?

While some rooms here offer river views, the windows are a standard size, so you won’t have fantastic views.

The Hyatt Regency is a little further from the river than other hotels in this article. However, it offers an unbeatable central location with everything you need within easy reach.  

Click here for more information and to check the price.  

Located just a few steps from the Treasury Casino, Oaks Casino Towers is another great option for those after a self contained apartment with incredible views for watching Riverfire.

At Oaks Casino Towers, you’ve got the choice of 1 (sleeping up to 3 people), 2 (sleeping up to 5 people) and 3 (sleeping up to 6 people) bedroom serviced apartments.  Not all apartments offer river views, so be sure to book the right apartment.

All apartments offer fully equipped kitchens, with open plan living areas, laundries and huge balconies overlooking Brisbane River and across the Southbank Parklands. 

Facilities on site include a 25 metre lap pool, heated spa, gym and parking (for an additional fee).

In terms of location, you’re just 200 metres from the top of the Queen Street Mall, and you’re only a 10 minute walk across to the South Bank Parklands.

The river view apartments have huge balconies, which are ideal for watching Riverfire!

Generally, there is a minimum of 3 nights over Riverfire weekend – which makes it pricey – but grab a few friends and share the cost – make an entire weekend out of it.

If you’re looking for an apartment with a spacious balcony offering incredible views for watching Riverfire, Oaks Casino Towers is definitely where you want to book.

Moving on around from Southbank, every room at the Stamford Plaza offers river views looking out to the Storey Bridge – another Brisbane landmark that lights up during Riverfire.  

At the Stamford, not only do you have fabulous views from your room, but you’re also in a central position, with just a 5 minute walk to the Queen Street Mall and 10 minutes away from both the Central Train Station and the Riverside Ferry, where you can easily get to the Southbank Parklands.

Classic style rooms sleep 2 people in a king or two king single beds. Each room has a TV, a minibar, a kettle, soft chairs, a desk and free WiFi. The marble ensuite has a separate bath and shower.

Suites offer additional space with a large, separate living room, and some have a beautiful open air terrace – the absolutely perfect place for watching the fireworks. The outstanding Stamford Suite has a baby grand piano, a freestanding bathtub in front of a picture window and a kitchen equipped with an oven, microwave, and fridge. 

There are also river views from the stunning swimming pool, which also has a spa.  Other hotel facilities include a 24 hour gym, a sauna and parking.

The Stamford also offers some beautiful restaurants and bars on site, including an Argentinian and Japanese restaurants. You can also indulge in one of Stamford’s famous high teas. 24 hour room service is also available.

With every room offering a river view, this is one of the best places to stay in Brisbane for Riverfire.

Unless you book a suite, rooms don’t have balconies, so you’ll be watching the fireworks from your room window.

For the river views, plus the range and quality of rooms and amenities, this 5 star hotel is great value for money. It is one of Brisbane’s best luxury accommodations for budget-conscious travellers. 

The Marriott is among the best Brisbane CBD accommodation options with river views. The 5 star hotel overlooks the river and Storey Bridge and is in a reasonably central location with the Queen Street Mall and Chinatown just a 10 minute walk away and 650 metres to Brisbane Central Station. 

Standard rooms at the Marriott sleep up to 3 people in a king bed with the option of adding an extra bed at an additional cost.  There is also an option for 4 people in rooms with two double beds.  All rooms feature a desk, TV, sofa, fridge/minibar, coffee machine, kettle and a safe. The marble ensuite has a bathtub and a walk-in shower. 

For those wanting more space, suites are available, which come with the addition of dual sinks and a whirlpool in the bathroom. There are also 1 bedroom suites which have separate living areas. Guests staying in a suite can access the Executive lounge, which includes breakfast and nightly drinks and canapes.

Not all of the hotel rooms at the Marriott have river views, so be sure to book accordingly.  And keep in mind the higher the level, the better the river views.

Dining options at the Marriott include a restaurant and bar, as well as a pop up bar on the MDeck.  Other facilities include an undercover swimming pool,  24 hour gym, sauna, on site parking. 

Rooms with river views have great views across the river to the Storey Bridge. 

Rooms don’t come with balconies, so you’ll be watching the fireworks from your room window.

The Marriott Brisbane offers quality, river view accommodation in a convenient location, perfect for those heading down to Howard Smith Wharves after the fireworks.

Oakwood Hotel & Apartments Brisbane

If you want to have the Storey Bridge in view while watching Riverfore, consider staying at the 4 star Oakwood Hotel and Apartments. While not all apartments have river views, many do and they come with a good size balcony from which you’ll have front row seats to Riverfire.

The hotel sits between the CBD and Fortitude Valley, just minutes from the popular Howard Smith Wharves, where you’ll find some of the city’s best restaurants and bars.  Fortitude Valley rail station is 750 metres away, or you can jump on a CityCat at Eagle Street Pier to South Bank, just 850 metres away.  

Oakwood’s studio style rooms sleep 2 in a queen bed or two singles and come with a seating area, a safe, a TV, a kettle, a small fridge, and a microwave. The ensuite has a bathtub with an over shower. 

For a little more, you can secure a one or two bedroom apartment. These rooms feature a separate living room with a sofa and a balcony offering city or river views. They also have the addition of a stove and dishwasher. Larger apartments also include a washing machine and dryer.

This hotel has a rooftop pool and spa, and while not overly big, it does offer fantastic views of the Story Bridge, the Brisbane River and the city skyline. 

Other facilities Oakwood offer include a gym, fee paying parking, a 24 hour reception and a mornings-only cafe. 

Fabulous views over the river to the Storey Bridge and balconies so you can enjoy Riverfire in style!

The pool is quite small, so it is not ideal during peak periods.

Oakwood Hotel and Apartments are ideal for those wanting a balcony from which they can watch Riverfor with the Storey Bridge in prime position.  Here you’ll get front row seats to the entertainment without the hefty price you expect to pay.  

The Meriton Suites in Adelaide Street is another option for those wanting fantastic Riverfire views from their own fully self contained apartment.  This is actually one of Brisbane’s tallest hotels!  

The aparthotel is on the far side of the CBD, just minutes away from the popular Howard Smith Wharves dining precinct.  Central train station is a 10 minute walk away, as is the Queen Street Mall.  

Now, for views of Riverfire, you’ll want to book into one of the Altitude Suites with a choice of two (sleeping 4 people) or three bedrooms (sleeping 6 people).  These apartments are on floors 58 and above and have fantastic views across the entire city thanks to the floor to ceiling windows.  You’re going to see the fireworks from all angles here!

In addition to the Altitude Suites, there are studios and one and two self contained apartments.  Apartments come in a range of configurations, accommodating up to 4 people.

Each studio and apartment(including the Altitude Suites) has an open plan living area with sofas, a TV, a dining table, laundry and a fully equipped kitchen.   

Studios have 1 bathroom with a shower, while the 1 bed apartments have 1 bathroom with a bathtub and over shower. The 2 and 3 bedroom apartments (including the Altitude Suites) have 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower and a bathtub in the ensuite and a shower in the main bathroom. 

Keep in mind it’s only the Altitude Suites that offer river views.

These Mertion Suites also feature an indoor heated pool, spa, sauna, gym, and parking.  

The views are incredible from the Altitude Suites – and being an apartment, you have plenty of space to enjoy those views.

While you’ll receive incredible Riverfire views, you’ll be doing so from inside as there is no balcony.

For incredible Riverfire views from your very own self contained apartment, the Meriton Suites in Adelaide Street are hard to beat.

Click here for more information and to c h eck the price.

Crystalbrook Vincent is another awesome hotel for watching the Storey Bridge come alight during Riverfire.  

The hotel overlooks the Story Bridge and river, right by Howard Smith Wharves – one of the city’s most popular dining precincts. To get further afield, you’re just a 15-minute walk to the Fortitude Valley rail station and the centre of the CBD. 

Not all rooms have river views, so be sure to book accordingly if you want to see the fireworks from your room.  Individually themed rooms sleep 2 people in single or king beds. Each room has a desk, a sofa, a coffee machine, a kettle, a safe, a minibar and a TV. The rooms are colourful and packed with character. 

The hotel also offers two bedroom suites. These larger suites feature a separate living room, kitchenette, and dining area equipped with a stovetop, fridge, and microwave. If you really want to splurge, book a room with a balcony or terrace – the ideal spot for watching the fireworks.  

As well as fantastic views, Crystalbrook Vincent features a stunning rooftop pool with river views, a gym, a restaurant, a bar, 24 hour room service and free WiFi. 

The views of the Storey Bridge from here are awesome – you’ll certainly enjoy the fireworks from here.

Generally, rooms don’t have balconies, so you’ll watch the fireworks from your room window.

Crystalbrook Vincent is a great choice for those wanting views of the Storey Bridge during Riverfire.  Not only will you have fantastic views, but you’re right on the doorstep of Howard Wharves Smith, where you can party afterwards. 

Hopefully, this guide has helped you find the perfect hotel to watch Riverfire.

Whether staying in Brisbane for one night or a few days, I highly recommend you check out our guide to Brisbane, which provides links to everything you need to know to help you plan your trip.

I’d also recommend you join our free Queensland Travel Guide Facebook community , where you can get all your questions answered and find even more great trip suggestions.

If you’re heading to Brisbane, you might also be interested in the accommodation guides such as:

• Fortitude Valley Hotels (coming soon)
• Southbank Hotels (coming soon)
• Brisbane hotels with river views (coming soon)

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[QLD] Toll-Free Travel in Both Directions for Brisbane Riverfire (Sat 2 Sep 6.15pm - 8pm) @ Go Between Bridge & Clem7 Tunnel

Mark your diary for the most spectacular night of the year as Riverfire by Australian Retirement Trust heralds the start of Brisbane Festival on Saturday 2 September.

In order to safely deliver this event there will be road, bridge and river closures .

Tolls will be waived on Clem 7 and Go Between Bridge from 6.15pm – 8pm (this has been confirmed by Brisbane Festival support even though another page indicates 6-9pm )

Navigating with Google Maps / Apple Maps? Untick/turn off "avoid toll roads" setting to take advantage of the toll free period.

Navigating with Waze? Travel as usual as it has been setup to allow travel for free during this period (unticking the avoid toll road field is not required).

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Riverfire boring since F-111's retired.

Riverfire boring in general lol

Goes too long. Also, seems like there’s fireworks every second week now. Not exciting anymore.

What’s with the thumbnail?

Seems like Brisbane Festival has changed to something else.

Bring the kids down and they can see a dark skinned man wearing a feather boa in his undies!! Great family fun!!

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Where to Watch the Boston 4th of July Fireworks in 2024

There are two things that matter most in Boston : summer and celebrating freedom. Naturally, Independence Day and the enjoyment of fireworks are tentpoles of any Bostonian’s summer plans.

Each July 4th, the city swells with activity: residents take to their roof decks, suburbanites ride the commuter rail into town to gather on the banks of the Charles River, and travelers from around the world come to catch a glimpse of this waterfront celebration of music and pyrotechnics that has enchanted our fair city for the last five decades. Whether you’re a seasoned local or a first-time visitor, here are the best places to watch Boston’s 4th of July fireworks in 2024, as well as the events where you're bound to find the crowds, the drinks, and the air of patriotism simply intoxicating.

The Charles River Esplanade

Watching the fireworks from the Esplanade —roughly between the Museum of Science down to the Boston University Bridge—is a quintessential Boston experience, although not suggested for the agoraphobic. Everybody else needs to go straight into the belly of the beast at least once: gates open at the Hatch Shell’s lawn at 9 a.m. (and lawn space fills up notoriously quickly) and the fireworks kick off at 10:30 p.m. If reserved seating is more your vibe, get a ticket to Community Boating’s annual SAILabration fundraiser, the only event that offers reserved seating on the Esplanade on July 4. It will cost you $100 per adult and $75 per child, but that price includes plenty of space to stretch your legs, as well as unlimited water and seltzer from Massachusetts’ popular Polar Seltzer, and Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream to beat the heat, so the cost of admission basically pays for itself.

Rolling with a 21+ crew? The Esplanade's Night Shift Beer Garden is a prime spot from which to view the fireworks and throw back a few craft brews. If you’re spending the day out with your pets, this could also be a good spot for your four-legged friends: it's one of the few outdoor bars in the city that allows dogs. Night Shift will offer extended hours from noon until 10 p.m. on July 4th, and will be debuting two new tipples: Firecracker American Lager and Daiquiri Sour, a strawberry daiquiri sour ale brewed with real strawberries. The sprawling space accommodates 400 people at a time and doesn’t require tickets for admission.

Nearby, the Liberty, a Luxury Collection Hotel is just across the street from the Esplanade and where the fireworks will be visible from the second and third floor catwalks that line the hotel’s cavernous lobby, which will be newly open to the public this year. Reservations aren’t required, but are highly recommended—especially if you want to score one of chef Lydia Shire’s signature lobster pizzas at Scampo afterwards.

From the water

Don’t forget that this is a coastal city with watercraft abound. Each Independence Day, the Charles River chokes with anchored boats awaiting the evening’s fireworks. But if you can’t simply score an invite on a friend’s boat, a rented kayak will do just fine: Beloved outfitter Paddle Boston’s launch location in Cambridge’s Kendall Square, just across the river from the Hatch Shell, is an easy five-minute row to the heart of the action. If they don’t have availability when you go to book, look into renting from the Boston location on Soldier’s Field Road—just be ready for a work out, as opting for this location involves about a one-hour paddle each way for the best vantage point. If being chauffeured around is more your speed than doing the paddling yourself, the Charles Riverboat Company is doing a rain-or-shine sunset sailing aboard the Lexington, from 6:45 p.m. to 11 p.m. Kick back and relax while enjoying an open bar, a dessert buffet, and an unbeatable view of the fireworks over the city’s skyline. Tickets are $250 and can be purchased via phone .

And if they’re sold out (which they usually are) there are tons–and we mean tons–of other opportunities to get on a boat for the 4th this year. Boston Harbor City Cruises will offer a dinner cruise on the Harbor side of the city (not the Charles River side)–and while you may not be right under the fireworks, it will still be possible to catch glimpses of them as you take in the city lights. For a more historic outing earlier in the day, City Cruises also offers an excellent daytime lunch cruise that brings you by several of the city’s most popular landmarks, and offers a waterfront view of the USS Constitution’s annual turnaround (once a year, she leaves her port in Charlestown to sail to South Boston, turn around, and come back).

Another pro tip for seeing fireworks from the water in Boston on the 4th–several operators offer tours to nearby Winthrop, located just across Boston Harbor from downtown, which offers a slightly smaller-scale yet infinitely less chaotic display. The Liberty Fleet of Tall Ships will set sail one of its gorgeous schooners from Fan Pier in the Seaport District to make the short trek across the water in time for the fireworks in Winthrop. The cheeky Tiki Boat Boston (a decidedly boozier, more adult-centric offering) also has some sailings available still.

For an even more turnkey experience, Martignetti Hospitality Group (of popular Woburn restaurant Sogno, twelve miles north of Boston) just launched Sogno-at-Sea, a 60-foot Azimut Yacht available for private charters complete with caviar, champagne, serving staff and all the lite bites you can handle. It’ll set you back $7,500 for twenty-five guests, but for some you can't really put a price on having your own sunset charter under Boston’s most iconic fireworks display.

From the sky

Forr something a little more… elevated, View Boston, an observation deck that occupies the top three floors of the Prudential Tower, is offering a special adults-only July 4th viewing party. The $75 tickets grant access to both indoor and outdoor views—making this a great option in case of inclement weather—and includes two drink tickets. Regular everyday admission starts at $29.99 per adult, so the inclusion of two drinks on Boston’s biggest night (not to mention golden hour admission to the city’s most coveted Instagram spot of the moment, without any errant toddlers ruining your shot) makes this a pretty sweet deal.

From Cambridge, Charlestown, and remotely

The classic spot from which to watch the fireworks in Cambridge is the grassy quadrangle at MIT, where a giant screen live-streams the Boston Pops concert. The view from this side of the river—with the city skyline in the background and more sweeping vantage points over the Charles River—might just beat being on the Esplanade itself.

For something with more local flavor, head across the Charles over to Charlestown, the oldest neighborhood in Boston—also known as “The Town”—where The Anchor , a sprawling waterfront beer garden, offers plenty of space to move around and a clear line of sight to the fireworks barge. And if you’d rather catch the fireworks from the comfort of your own home, tune in on Bloomberg TV, or WHDH Channel 7.

Before the 4th

You didn’t think just one night of festivities would be enough for Boston, did you? Locals know that the real party begins in the days leading up to the 4th–specifically with Boston Harborfest , one of the largest Independence Day festivals of its kind in the country. The good times begin on the 1st, with several days of Revolutionary War reenactments, free clam chowder tastings (while supplies last), face painting and balloon art for kids, live music, and more. Don’t miss the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum’s annual “Revelry on Griffin’s Wharf” event, where guests will have access to replicas of the 18-century vessels present at the original Boston Tea Party, and also be able to throw tea crates themselves into Boston Harbor.

And if you aren’t able to make the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular held over the Charles River on the actual 4th, locals know that the Boston Harborfest Fireworks on July 2nd are just as grandiose. And since they’re held over the Inner Harbor, Harborfest’s fireworks can be enjoyed from a wider spread of vantage points, which means (marginally) less hectic crowds. For the best lookouts, check out Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park in the North End, Rowes Wharf by the Boston Harbour Hotel, or head across the water to East Boston, where the best spots include LoPresti Park or Griffin’s Wharf–or better yet, the covered patio at MIDA’s East Boston location, where you can snack on spritzes and charcuterie from the comfort of their covered outdoor patio. City Cruises will also offer a front-row experience to the Harborfest fireworks on July 2nd–where it will be possible to get much closer to the action on the water than on the 4th itself.

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As new coronavirus variants gain traction across the United States, summer travelers are facing a familiar and tiresome question: How will the ever-mutating virus affect travel plans?

In light of updated guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , the answers may be slightly different from those in previous years.

Here’s what to know about traveling this summer if you’re worried about — or think you might have — Covid-19.

What’s going on with Covid?

Recent C.D.C. data show that Covid infections are rising or most likely rising in more than 40 states. Hospitalization rates and deaths, while low compared with the peaks seen in previous years, are also on the rise.

The uptick is tied to a handful of variants — named KP.2, KP.3 and LB.1 — that now account for a majority of new cases .

At the same time, record numbers of people are expected to travel over July 4 and the holiday weekend.

I’d planned to travel, but I’m sick with Covid. What should I do?

In short: You should probably delay or cancel your trip.

If you tested positive or are experiencing Covid symptoms, which include fever, chills, fatigue, a cough, a runny nose, body aches and a headache, the C.D.C. recommends that you stay home and keep away from others.

According to its latest guidelines, the agency advises waiting until at least 24 hours after you are fever-free and your overall symptoms are improving before going back to normal activities, including travel.

What are the isolation rules?

New C.D.C. guidelines issued in March made significant changes to the recommended isolation period for people with Covid.

The agency now says that you can resume daily activities if you meet two requirements : You have been fever-free for at least 24 hours (without the use of fever-reducing medications) and your symptoms are improving overall. Previously, the agency recommended isolating for at least five days, plus a period of post-isolation precautions.

Even after your isolation period, you may still be able to spread the virus to others, which is why the C.D.C. encourages you to continue to take precautions for the next five days: Use masks, wash your hands frequently, practice physical distancing, clean your air by opening windows or purifying it, and continue testing yourself before gathering around others.

Are there any lingering testing or vaccine requirements?

Travelers no longer need to show proof of being vaccinated against Covid or take a Covid test to enter the U.S. (This applies to both U.S. citizens and noncitizens.)

The same is true in Europe and most other countries.

How can I prepare before traveling?

First, make sure you stay up-to-date with Covid vaccines .

Next, plan to bring any items that would be helpful should you become sick while traveling.

“Make sure to take a good first aid or medication kit with you,” said Vicki Sowards, the director of nursing resources for Passport Health , which provides travel medical services. Ms. Sowards recommended that your kit include medications that you usually take when you are ill, as well as Covid tests.

You may want to consider packing medications that can help alleviate the symptoms of Covid, like painkillers, cold and flu medicines, and fever reducers. Bringing along some electrolyte tablets (or powdered Gatorade) can also help if you get sick.

Ms. Sowards also suggested speaking with your physician before traveling, particularly if you’re in a vulnerable or high-risk group. Some doctors might prescribe the antiviral Paxlovid as a precautionary measure, she said, to be taken in the event of a Covid infection.

How can I stay safe while traveling?

Wearing a mask on a plane or in crowded areas is still a good idea, said Ms. Sowards. Covid is spread through airborne particles and droplets, “so protecting yourself is paramount, especially if you are immunocompromised or have chronic health conditions.”

If you do get sick, start wearing a mask and using over-the-counter medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen for fever or joint aches, Ms. Sowards advised.

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