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Foo Fighters Townsville is the second stop of the band’s Take Cover Tour in Australia: Saturday 7 November 2026 at Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Railway Estate, which ticket sites still list as North Queensland Stadium. The stadium describes it as the biggest international music event in Townsville’s history and the band’s first visit to the city, with Full Flower Moon Band and Downgirl as support. The tour opens at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane on 5 November. This guide covers tickets, the seat map, getting to the stadium, where to stay and what to do around the show.
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Foo Fighters Townsville at a glance
Foo Fighters and the Take Cover Tour
Foo Fighters were formed by Dave Grohl in 1994 and are Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees. Songs like “The Pretender”, “Best of You”, “My Hero”, “Everlong” and “Learn to Fly” have made them one of the biggest live rock acts in the world. The Take Cover Tour is the band’s 15th visit to Australia, with licensed all-ages stadium shows across Australia and New Zealand.
After Townsville the tour plays Sydney on 10 November, Newcastle on 12 November, Melbourne on 14 November and Adelaide on 17 November. It returns in January 2027 with Christchurch on 19 January, Auckland on 22 January and Perth on 25 January.
Tickets
Queensland Country Bank Stadium lists AXS as the only authorised ticketing agent for this show. Tickets must be added to a digital wallet before you arrive, and there is a limit of eight tickets per customer. The stadium’s premium hospitality options and the Foo Fighters packages have sold out. If the face-value seats you want have gone, resale marketplaces such as Hello Tickets and Ticombo list tickets for the Townsville show. Resale prices are set by sellers and can sit above or below face value, so compare sections and fees before you buy.
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Check live availability and seat maps for Foo Fighters at Queensland Country Bank Stadium on 7 November 2026.
The venue: Queensland Country Bank Stadium
Queensland Country Bank Stadium is at 2 Pride Close in Railway Estate, on the edge of Townsville’s city centre. It was previously known as North Queensland Stadium, is home to the North Queensland Cowboys, and is operated by Stadiums Queensland. The venue’s general manager points to recent shows by The Killers, P!nk and Jelly Roll, and calls a show of this scale a game-changer for Townsville.
The show is licensed all ages. The stadium recommends it for ages 5 and over, patrons aged 14 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times, and standing areas are recommended for ages 15 and over. The venue is cashless, and the show includes flashing and strobing lights, smoke and pyrotechnics. The ticket box offices open at 5:15pm.
Brisbane fans can compare notes with our Foo Fighters Brisbane guide.
Where to sit: seat map
For this show the stadium lists General Admission standing on the floor, split into front and rear, and reserved seating in the stands. The floor sits in the centre of the map, with the stands forming rings around it. The stadium’s event page has an official venue map showing where the stage sits, so check it before you pick a section. The map below shows how the stadium fits together.
- Floor: the open standing area on the pitch, sold as General Admission front and rear.
- Level 100: the lower stand ring right around the field, on all four sides.
- Level 200: the outer stand ring along the top, the left end and the bottom of the map, with none on the right.
- Hospitality and suites: small premium strips along the top, which are not general sale.
If you are choosing between standing and seats, think about how you like to watch a show. The stadium notes that sightlines can be affected by standing patrons, so a seat in the stands gives you a raised, more comfortable view of the whole production.
Getting there and getting around
Flights
Townsville Airport is the main gateway, around 20 minutes by car from the waterfront hotels. Most international visitors need an Australian visa or electronic travel authority before flying, so confirm entry requirements on the official government site.
To the stadium
- Walking: the stadium says walking is the best way to reach the precinct. The routes are over the Victoria Street Bridge onto the Central Park Boardwalk and over the Little Fletcher Pedestrian Bridge.
- Park and Ride: the stadium runs a free shuttle from Lou Litster Park on event days, via Charters Towers Road onto Brodie Street in Hermit Park, dropping at Gate D. For this show it starts at 4:45pm.
- Rideshare and taxis: the rideshare zone is on the car park side of Morey Street, and there is an event-day taxi rank.
- Driving: there is no public parking at the stadium. Lowths Bridge closes to vehicles at 3:00pm on show day, no right turns are allowed on Saunders Street and Boundary Street around the stadium, and parking restrictions apply on nearby city streets.
Check the stadium’s Getting Here page for the latest details, and plan your journey home before the show.
Where to stay
The most convenient bases are the city centre and the waterfront, close to the stadium and with plenty of restaurants. Concert nights push prices up, so book early and choose a flexible rate if you can.
Suggested hotel: Ardo
Ardo is a five-star waterfront hotel at 67 Sir Leslie Thiess Drive. It has three restaurants, a bar, a poolside bar and a rooftop pool, and rooms have balconies and espresso makers. It is a short walk from the Magnetic Island ferry terminal, the Townsville Entertainment and Convention Centre and the Reef HQ aquarium, so it works well for a longer trip. You will need a short rideshare or the Park and Ride shuttle to reach the stadium, so check your route before you book.
A five-star waterfront hotel close to the Magnetic Island ferry terminal.
Check AvailabilityThings to do in Townsville
If you are travelling for the show, add a day or two. Townsville is the gateway to Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef, and November is warm and tropical.
Magnetic Island guided bus tour
This five-hour tour covers the island’s history, beaches and wildlife, with morning tea included and pickup available. It is a relaxed way to see Magnetic Island in the daytime before an evening show.
Magnetic Island and reef snorkel experience
This ten-hour trip combines Magnetic Island with a reef snorkel experience, with pickup available. It takes most of the day, so it works best the day before or after the show rather than on show day.
Sunset and shipwreck cruise
This two-hour cruise around Magnetic Island runs at sunset, so it suits the evening before the show rather than show day. Check the available dates and start times in the widget below.
Practical tips for fans
- Arrive early. Gates open at 5:30pm and the show starts at 7:00pm, and the Park and Ride shuttle starts at 4:45pm.
- Bags must be no larger than 40cm x 40cm and fit under your seat, and the stadium recommends leaving bags at home. Personal water bottles are not permitted.
- Add your tickets to your phone’s digital wallet before you leave, and bring a card or phone, as the venue is cashless.
- November is hot and humid in North Queensland, so pack sun protection, drink water before you go in and wear comfortable shoes.
- If you are standing, think about ear protection, as stadium rock shows are loud. The show also includes strobing lights, smoke and pyrotechnics.
- Only buy tickets from sellers you trust, and compare resale prices against face value.
Planning more live music travel? Browse our concert travel guides, or see the Foo Fighters Brisbane guide for the opening night of the tour.
FAQ
When and where are Foo Fighters in Townsville?
Foo Fighters play Queensland Country Bank Stadium in Railway Estate, Townsville on Saturday 7 November 2026 as part of the Take Cover Tour. Gates open at 5:30pm and the show starts at 7:00pm.
Where can I buy Foo Fighters Townsville tickets?
Face-value tickets were sold through AXS, the stadium’s only authorised ticketing agent. Resale tickets are listed on marketplaces such as Hello Tickets and Ticombo, where prices are set by sellers and can differ from face value.
How do I get to Queensland Country Bank Stadium?
Walking is the stadium’s recommended way in, over the Victoria Street Bridge and the Central Park Boardwalk or the Little Fletcher Pedestrian Bridge. A free Park and Ride shuttle runs from Lou Litster Park from 4:45pm, and there is no public parking at the stadium.
Who is supporting Foo Fighters in Townsville?
Full Flower Moon Band from Brisbane and Downgirl from Sydney are listed as the support acts for the Townsville show.
What are the seating options at Queensland Country Bank Stadium?
The floor is General Admission standing, split into front and rear, and the stands have reserved seating. The stands include a Level 100 lower ring on all four sides and a Level 200 outer ring along the top, one end and the bottom. Check the ticket page for what is on sale.
Is the Foo Fighters Townsville show all ages?
Yes, the show is licensed all ages. The stadium recommends it for ages 5 and over, patrons aged 14 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult, and the standing areas are recommended for ages 15 and over.
Where should I stay for the concert?
The city centre and the waterfront are the most convenient bases. Ardo is a five-star waterfront hotel close to the Magnetic Island ferry terminal. Book early, as concert nights push prices up.
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