Four athletes training on rowing machines in a gym ahead of HYROX Brisbane

HYROX Brisbane is back for six race days from Wednesday 31 March to Monday 5 April 2027 at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) in South Brisbane.

If you’re racing, supporting or travelling with your training crew, you’ll want room for kit, control over your pre-race food and somewhere to properly unwind.

Rambla’s Brisbane properties give you more room to do race week your way, with kitchen facilities, in-apartment laundry and recovery-friendly amenities across Kangaroo Point, Woolloongabba, Bowen Hills and Fortitude Valley.

Quick answer: HYROX Brisbane 2027

  • Dates: Wednesday 31 March to Monday 5 April 2027.
  • Venue: Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC), South Brisbane.
  • Format: Eight 1km runs, each followed by one functional workout station.
  • Where to stay: Kangaroo Point and Woolloongabba put you closest to South Bank, while Bowen Hills and Fortitude Valley add larger apartment options for groups.
  • Book ahead: The event runs across six days just after Easter and into the Queensland autumn school holiday period, so it’s worth locking in your race-week accommodation early.

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What is HYROX Brisbane?

Women pushing weighted sleds during a functional fitness workout

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HYROX Brisbane is a multi-day indoor fitness race built around the same global format: eight 1km runs, with one functional workout station after each kilometre.

Brisbane hosted the HYROX APAC Regional Championships in 2026. The 2027 edition is set to bring six straight days of HYROX racing to BCEC, with World Championship qualification slots available in selected Pro age groups.

Athletes can enter Singles, Doubles or Relay divisions, with Open and Pro options depending on the category. For travelling crews, that can mean multiple start times and plenty of moving parts.

HYROX Brisbane 2027: dates and venue

HYROX Brisbane 2027 runs from Wednesday 31 March to Monday 5 April at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on the corner of Merivale and Glenelg Streets, South Brisbane.

That six-day format is key when you’re booking accommodation. This isn’t just a Saturday morning event where you can roll in the night before and disappear by lunch. Depending on your division and start time, you may be arriving midweek, racing on a weekday or sticking around to support training partners.

Easter Sunday falls on 28 March in 2027, just three days before racing begins, and the event runs into the Queensland autumn school holiday period. Give yourself more booking lead time than you would for a standard Brisbane trip.

The HYROX workout: 8km of running, 8 stations

Every standard HYROX race follows the same rhythm: run 1km, hit a workout station, then repeat until you’ve completed eight runs and eight stations.

RoundWorkout station
11000m SkiErg
2Sled Push
3Sled Pull
4Burpee Broad Jumps
51000m Row
6Farmer’s Carry
7Sandbag Lunges
8Wall Balls

The exact weights and repetitions vary by division, but the order stays consistent. That predictability is part of the appeal: you know what’s coming, you train for it, then you find out what eight rounds of it feel like with a crowd around you.

For first-timers, that predictability also makes race-day planning easier. The bigger variables are your division, start time and pacing.

What race day at BCEC looks like

Race day at HYROX includes athlete check-in, bag drop, a designated warm-up area and your allocated start wave before you hit the course.

HYROX publishes event-specific athlete information closer to race day, and individual start times are generally added around three days before the event. That means it’s worth keeping your wider race-day schedule flexible until those final details land.

A secure bag drop and changing area are part of the standard HYROX event setup, while the warm-up area is reserved for athletes. Friends, family and supporters can purchase spectator tickets through HYROX, with dedicated spectator areas around the course.

Where to stay for HYROX Brisbane

Barrel sauna beside the outdoor gym at Rambla @ Story House, Kangaroo Point

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Kangaroo Point, Woolloongabba, Bowen Hills and Fortitude Valley all give HYROX athletes a practical Brisbane base for race week, with different advantages depending on how close you want to be to BCEC and how much apartment space you need.

Staying outside the immediate South Bank event precinct can also give you more room to settle in across a multi-day race week. Story House and South City Square keep you closest to BCEC, while Perry House and Berwick House add larger one and two bedroom apartment options for Doubles partners, relay teams and groups travelling together.

Rambla’s edge is also what you get around race day: room to spread out, your own kitchen or kitchenette and laundry, recovery-friendly facilities and neighbourhoods with plenty to enjoy before and after your event. For more on the venue and transport, see our guide to accommodation near Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Rambla @ Story HouseRambla @ South City SquareRambla @ Perry HouseRambla @ Berwick House
Getting to BCECAround 30 minutes on foot via the Kangaroo Point riverwalk and South Bank, or take a bus or rideshareBrisbane Metro or busway services from Woolloongabba station to South Bank or Cultural Centre, then around five minutes on footBowen Hills Station is around an eight-minute walk away. Take the train to South Brisbane Station, then walk three minutes to BCECFortitude Valley Station is under a 10-minute walk away. Take the train three stops to South Brisbane Station, then walk three minutes to BCEC
TrainingOutdoor gym and yoga lawn, plus the Kangaroo Point riverwalk and nearby cliff stairsFree guest access to Neuewell Gym in the South/City/SQ precinct, plus a rooftop yoga lawnFully equipped indoor gym and yoga lawn24-hour indoor gym and rooftop yoga lawn
Recovery14m rooftop magnesium pool and spa, barrel sauna and infrared saunaRooftop magnesium pool and spa, infrared sauna and steam roomHeated rooftop pool and spa, plus infrared saunaRooftop magnesium pool and spa, plus infrared sauna

Rambla @ Story House, Kangaroo Point

Story House gives athletes a Kangaroo Point home base with a fully equipped kitchenette and laundry, digital check-in and a rooftop perfect for pre- and post-race wellness.

BCEC is about 2.5km away on foot via the Kangaroo Point riverwalk, under the Captain Cook Bridge, past the Maritime Museum and through South Bank Parklands. Allow around 30 minutes to walk, or save your legs and take a bus along Vulture Street or a rideshare instead.

Back at Story House, the rooftop has a 14m magnesium pool and spa, barrel sauna, infrared sauna, outdoor gym and yoga lawn, plus a BBQ terrace overlooking The Gabba.

Rambla @ South City Square, Woolloongabba

Rambla @ South City Square puts you inside the South/City/SQ precinct, with an easy public transport run to South Bank.

From Woolloongabba station on Main Street, take Brisbane Metro or busway services to South Bank or Cultural Centre station, then allow about five minutes on foot to BCEC. A rideshare is another easy option if you’d rather save your legs before race time.

South City Square also comes with athlete-friendly amenities. Rambla guests get free access to Neuewell Gym within the precinct, while the rooftop has a magnesium lap pool, infrared sauna, steam room and yoga lawn.

Your studio has a fully equipped kitchenette and laundry, perfect for managing sweaty gear, making breakfast, and the everyday race-week admin. Staying on a little longer? Explore more things to do in Woolloongabba between race-day commitments.

Rambla @ Perry House, Bowen Hills

Need a little more room for your race crew? Rambla @ Perry House in Bowen Hills gives Doubles partners, relay teams and groups the option to stay together in one or two bedroom apartments with full kitchens and in-apartment laundry. Bowen Hills Station is around an eight-minute walk away, then it’s four stops by train to South Brisbane Station and a three-minute walk to BCEC.

Race-week recovery is well covered too. Head upstairs for the heated rooftop pool and spa, infrared sauna and yoga lawn, or fit in a lighter session in the indoor gym. That mix of extra apartment space and on-site wellness facilities makes Perry House a strong option for crews staying several days.

Rambla @ Berwick House, Fortitude Valley

Rambla @ Berwick House puts you in Fortitude Valley, close to the CBD and surrounded by the neighbourhood’s dining and entertainment scene. Fortitude Valley Station is under a 10-minute walk away, and from there it’s three stops by train to South Brisbane Station, a three-minute walk from BCEC. One and two bedroom apartments come with full kitchens and in-apartment laundry, giving training partners and groups more room to share across a multi-day event.

Up on the rooftop, there’s a magnesium pool and spa, infrared sauna and yoga lawn, while the on-site gym gives you another option for an easy pre-race session. With more room to share and easy access to recovery facilities, Berwick House works well for athletes staying across several race days.

Training and recovery near your Rambla base

Brisbane city skyline and river viewed from Kangaroo Point at sunset

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You don’t need to turn the days before HYROX into a last-minute training camp. Each Rambla property gives you practical options for a light shakeout, mobility session or post-race recovery without going far.

At South City Square, free guest access to Neuewell Gym makes it easy to keep moving without hunting down a casual gym pass. The rooftop yoga lawn, pool, sauna and steam room are there when the plan shifts from training to recovery.

At Story House, take an easy run along the Kangaroo Point riverwalk or use the outdoor gym and yoga lawn for a lighter session. The iconic Kangaroo Point cliff stairs are nearby too.

Perry House and Berwick House also have on-site gyms, yoga lawns, rooftop pools and infrared saunas for training and recovery closer to home.

After the race, the rooftop magnesium pool, spa and saunas are ready for recovery mode. For more places to keep moving, explore Rambla’s guide to Brisbane running and hiking trails.

Race-week logistics: the little things matter

A good HYROX Brisbane base should make the hours around your race easier, not add another round of logistics.

Start with food. A fully equipped kitchen or kitchenette means you can bring your usual breakfast, prep a familiar pre-race meal and avoid relying on whatever happens to be open when your alarm goes off. Post-race, you can stock the fridge with the foods you actually want rather than heading back out every time hunger hits.

Then there’s the laundry. HYROX kit does not improve with age. In-apartment laundry lets you wash race gear, training clothes and towels between sessions.

Digital check-in helps if you arrive later than planned, while 24-hour guest support is there when you need it. Once you’re in, you can unpack, foam roll, stretch and get organised for the next day.

Why a studio or apartment works harder on HYROX race week

Kitchenette and in-room laundry in a Rambla studio apartment

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A serviced apartment gives HYROX athletes more room to settle in and keep race week running on their terms.

Spread out your shoes, race belt and recovery gear, make space to stretch or foam roll, and come back to a setup that feels easy after a big day at BCEC, with your own kitchen or kitchenette and laundry. When the racing is done, rooftop pools, saunas and fitness facilities make it simple to switch into recovery mode.

That extra space and flexibility goes a long way across a six-day event, whether you’re racing solo, travelling with a Doubles partner or supporting a relay crew.

Make Rambla your HYROX Brisbane home base

HYROX Brisbane 2027 brings six days of racing to BCEC from 31 March to 5 April. Choose Story House for Kangaroo Point riverwalks and rooftop recovery or South City Square for Neuewell Gym access and the buzz of Woolloongabba.

For more room to share, Perry House in Bowen Hills and Berwick House in Fortitude Valley offer one and two bedroom apartments with full kitchens and plenty of race-week recovery facilities.

Once your race entry is sorted, lock in your Rambla base early so you can choose the stay that suits your race week and make the most of the Easter and school holiday period. Stay with us between 30 March and 6 April 2027 and our HYROX race week offer gives you 10% off your stay plus a complimentary car park space.

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Racing in Melbourne too? Our HYROX Melbourne 2026 race week guide covers the December event, getting to MCEC and where to stay in Brunswick.

Frequently asked questions about HYROX Brisbane

What date is HYROX Brisbane 2027?

HYROX Brisbane 2027 runs from Wednesday 31 March to Monday 5 April 2027 at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre in South Brisbane.

What is the HYROX workout?

A standard HYROX race combines eight 1km runs with eight workout stations: SkiErg, Sled Push, Sled Pull, Burpee Broad Jumps, Rowing, Farmer’s Carry, Sandbag Lunges and Wall Balls.

Is there a HYROX gym in Brisbane?

Yes, Brisbane has HYROX-affiliated training options; use the official HYROX Gym Finder for current locations. Rambla @ South City Square guests also receive free access to Neuewell Gym in the precinct.

How much does it cost to compete in HYROX Brisbane 2027?

Athlete and spectator tickets for HYROX Brisbane 2027 are on sale now through the official HYROX Brisbane event page.

How many days should I rest before HYROX?

There’s no single rest period that suits every athlete, so follow the taper and recovery plan that works for your training, division and experience. Generally, athletes reduce their training load in the final week and take one or two full rest days before race day.

Can spectators attend HYROX Brisbane?

Yes. Friends, family and supporters can purchase spectator tickets through HYROX, with dedicated spectator areas around the course.

Where can I find the HYROX Brisbane course map?

HYROX publishes event-specific race information, including course details and maps, closer to race day.

Where are HYROX Brisbane results published?

Official finishing times and rankings are published through the HYROX Results Portal after racing.

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