Events on Oxlade

Events on Oxlade brings together casual dining, drinks and functions beside the river in New Farm, Brisbane. The venue promotes river views, outdoor event spaces and a ballroom for celebrations, making it suited to people planning a private occasion as well as those looking for a relaxed place to eat. Its location at 50 Oxlade Drive places the venue within the historic setting of the former Officers’ Mess.

The kitchen prepares food on the premises, with the website describing a broad approach that ranges from simple finger food to buffet-style catering, wedding breakfasts and corporate dining. It says ingredients including seafood, meat and fruit and vegetables are sourced fresh from local suppliers. The site does not publish a detailed dish list, but the offering is positioned around flexible event catering rather than a tightly defined signature menu.

For something more casual, Miche French Bakery offers artisanal baked goods and drinks in an outdoor setting. The bakery is described as a sunny place to sit and unwind, with croissants and pastries among the examples named on the site. The venue also promotes its lawn as an event area, adding another option for functions that suit an open-air setting.

There is a substantial historical story behind the property. The site explains that the arrival of United States Navy ships in Brisbane in 1942 led to the establishment of a New Farm submarine base, with the surrounding receiving station including accommodation, dining and recreation facilities. The Officers’ Mess tradition is presented through stories of mess dinners, social events, the bar, the bell and the Snake Pit. Today, the venue is dog-friendly and welcomes families, while its event spaces and catering formats make it particularly relevant for weddings, corporate functions and group celebrations.