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At Groundwater CMF, we believe that music is for everyone, so we aim to ensure the festival experience is as enjoyable as possible for all. In all instances, we aim to provide detailed information for all attendees, artists, crew and stakeholders, whatever their individual needs may be.
More details on this year’s festival stages and venues will be available in the coming weeks.
If you have any specific accessibility concerns or questions about Groundwater CMF 2024, please reach out to our team at info@groundwatercmf.com.
The festival is held within the Broadbeach precinct, with a combination of outdoor stages and indoor venues. The primary terrain of the festival precinct consists of flat grass, paved areas and gravel.
During peak traffic periods, particularly if there has been heavy rainfall, the festival precinct may become more difficult to navigate. We recommend those using wheelchairs and/or motorised wheelchairs use large wheels for further stability.
For more information on accessibility within the Broadbeach precinct, plus travelling details to and from Broadbeach, check out the tools below.
The festival this year will consist of six outdoor stages and six indoor venues. You can download the festival app to see all performance schedules or check out printable versions here.
Accessibility details for each stage location are listed out below.
The Kurrawa Big Top Stage is located on the Northern end of Kurrawa Park. Located on a flat, grassy terrain, the general viewing area has no seating available and is predominantly under cover.
Attendees can set up their own chairs but must relocate by 4pm each day to ensure crowd safety. A raised accessible platform will be located on the beach side of the park under the Big Top, accessible via Council ocean way footpath and event matting on grass.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Temporary accessible toilet will be located near the raised accessible platform. Unisex accessible toilet with right hand transfer and an ambulant toilet is located in the Council Toilet Facilities in the Southern end of the park. Changing place facilities can be found in Pratten Park, located 80 metres south of Kurrawa Surf Club which is accessible with MLAK Key.
Closest Accessible Parking: There are two accessible parking spaces off street in Kurrawa Park Surf Life Saving Club carpark.
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
The Surf Parade Stage is at the end of Surf Parade, which has a flat concrete surface. The general viewing area has no seating available. Attendees can set up their own chairs but must relocate by 4pm each day to ensure crowd safety.
An accessible viewing area is available towards the left of the stage.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Temporary accessible toilet located on West side of Queensland Ave next to the stage. There is a unisex accessible toilet with left and right-hand transfer, and an ambulant toilet in Victoria Park, which is located adjacent to Surf Parade and Victoria Avenue.
Closest Accessible Parking: Street parking on Queensland Avenue
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
The Country Cottage is in the middle of Surf Parade with a flat concrete surface. There will be limited seating provided but BYO chairs are permitted in this area.
There will be no accessible viewing areas available, however there are many restaurants and bars surrounding the area that can also offer seating for customers.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: The Oasis Shopping Centre
Closest Accessible Parking: There are two on street accessible carparks on Victoria Avenue
Performances contain loud sounds/music
The Broadbeach Mall Stage is located along the Broadbeach Mall area adjacent to The Oasis Shopping Centre. The area has a slight upwards slope on a flat surface. There are steps to get up to the Broadbeach Mall Stage as well as a ramp available. There are limited seating available.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: The Oasis Shopping Centre
Closest Accessible Parking: The Oasis Shopping Centre car park
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available
The Beach Deck is located along the board walk of Kurrawa Beach, which has a flat concrete/wooden surface.
There is no accessible viewing area and limited benches for seating are available.
Closest Accessible Toilet: Temporary accessible toilet will be located near the raised accessible platform in Kurrawa Park. Unisex accessible toilet with right hand transfer and an ambulant toilet is located in the Council Toilet Facilities in the Southern end of the park. Changing place facilities can be found in Pratten Park, located 80 metres south of Kurrawa Surf Club which is accessible with MLAK Key.
Closest Accessible Parking: There are two accessible parking spaces off street in Kurrawa Park Surf Life Saving Club carpark.
Performances contain loud sounds/music
The Oracle Boulevard Stage is located in the centre of the Oracle Boulevard Mall area with a flat concrete surface. The stage is surrounded by limited seating as well as bars and restaurants.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: There are baby change facilities and accessible toilets with left- and right-hand transfer at Oracle Boulevard.
Closest Accessible Parking: Oracle Boulevard carpark. Access is via either Charles Avenue (between Chang3 and Barber Brothers) or Elizabeth Avenue (via Peppers Tower 2).
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available
Den Devine is located at Shop 12/15 Victoria Ave along the Broadbeach Mall area. There are tables and bar stools available within the venue, though this may become limited during the festival due to increased capacity.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: External outside the venue and accessed by code.
Closest Accessible Parking: The Oasis Shopping Centre carpark or Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club carpark
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available.
TC’s Bar & Gaming Lounge is located on 81 Surf Parade Broadbeach. There are tables and bar stools available within the venue, though this may become limited during the festival due to increased capacity.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Inside venue.
Closest Accessible Parking: Accessible parking spaces available inside The Oasis.
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available.
The Oasis Shopping Centre is located on 75 Surf Parade, Broadbeach. There are no tables or seats within the performance area, though there may be limited seating for patrons in surrounding cafes.
The venue is wheelchair accessible and lifts are available.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Inside venue.
Closest Accessible Parking: Accessible parking spaces available The Oasis Shopping centre car park.
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Accessible viewing areas not available.
The Broadbeach is located on Old Burleigh Road directly across from the Kurrawa Surf Club. There are tables and bar stools available within the venue, though this may become limited during the festival due to increased capacity.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Inside venue
Closest Accessible Parking: The Oasis Shopping Centre carpark or Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club carpark
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available.
The Lucky Squire is located on 3 Oracle Boulevard in Broadbeach. There are tables and bar stools available within the venue, though this may become limited during the festival due to increased capacity.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Inside venue
Closest Accessible Parking: The Oasis Shopping Centre carpark or Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club carpark
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available.
Fat Freddy’s Beach Bar & Diner is located on 50 Surf Parade Broadbeach and is 400 metres away from the Surf Parade/Broadbeach Mall intersection. There are tables and bar stools available within the venue, though this may become limited during the festival due to increased capacity.
The venue is wheelchair accessible.
Performances available from: Friday 18 October
Closest Accessible Toilet: Inside venue.
Closest Accessible Parking: Accessible parking spaces available at the carpark located along Old Burleigh Road, opposite George Ave.
Performances contain loud sounds/music
Performances contain lighting effects
Accessible viewing areas not available.
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