Brace yourselves Brisbane — the Barmy Army is landing!
11:00am Thursday, 04 December - 12:00am Monday, 08 December
Brace yourselves, Brisbane — the Barmy Army is landing!
This summer, the most passionate fans in cricket are marching straight into Pig ’N’ Whistle Riverside, their official HQ. Yes, you heard it right!
This is where the chants will shake the rafters, the beers will flow steady, and the cricket will take over every inch of the pub. When England hits the pitch, we’re turning the Riverside red and white — from open ‘til last call.
We’ve got the big screens, the cold pints, the roaring crowd, and enough Ashes spirit to keep the Gabba guessing. If you’ve never felt the Barmy Army in full flight, brace yourself — this is next-level cricket carnage (in the best way possible).
WHAT’S ON AT THE BARMY ARMY HQ:
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Kick off the Ashes in the biggest way possible at Pig ’N’ Whistle Riverside on 3 December from 6:30pm. Our Pre-Test Party brings together everything fans love about cricket culture — loud chants, live music, and a pub full of energy ready for the first ball at the Gabba.
Highlights:
Live band singalongs with classic cricket anthems
Finchy the Trumpeter performing crowd favourites
Cricket DJ playing high-energy tunes in an unbeatable atmosphere.
Packed Barmy Army atmosphere from afternoon into the night
The perfect warm-up before England hits the field
No booking required — just walk-in and enjoy! Expect a full venue, big voices, and the ultimate pre-Test celebration.
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Make your way to the Gabba stress-free with our free Ashes shuttle buses from 4 - 6 December . No booking, no waiting — just easy transport with fellow cricket fans.
Shuttle details:
Operating times 12–2:30pm and 7:30–10pm
Services from Pig ’N’ Whistle Riverside
Evening stops extending to our Brunswick Street location as well
Free for all the cricket fans at Riverside — simply hop on and enjoy the ride
This is the easiest way to move between the pub and the Gabba while staying in the heart of the Ashes action.
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The party doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Dillin Allen, The Cricket DJ, takes over Riverside on 3 and 4 December from 10pm.
What to expect:High-energy sets featuring terrace tunes and stadium favourites
Late-night atmosphere perfect for celebrating Ashes week
A mix of classics and cricket crowd anthems to keep spirits high
The ideal place to wind down or keep the night going after the Pre-Test Party
Stay late, sing loud, and ride the Ashes buzz long into the night.
So, what are you waiting for? Bring your mates, soak up the atmosphere, catch legends from previous Ashes series & maybe some cricket! Because when the Barmy Army is in town — the party’s at Pig ‘N’ Whistle.
Book your spot now — they’ll fly faster than a Stokesy hook!