The Drive | Memorial Drive Tennis Centre |
Nestled in the vibrant heart of the Riverbank precinct, The Drive is Adelaide's only open-aired, undercover music, sporting, events, and function venue, where unforgettable experiences are born and cherished.
Our brand-new, state-of-the-art venue seamlessly blends sophistication, versatility, and an electric atmosphere, all while being surrounded by the pulsating energy of a true sporting Mecca. Our venue is a haven for those seeking to create exceptional memories and host remarkable occasions.
The Drive is the epitome of accessibility. The surrounding area thrives with life, offering a myriad of dining options, bars, and an array of entertainment possibilities. You'll find yourself in the midst of a bustling community, where excitement and inspiration are never far away.
The Drive has developed a unique concept that combines the thrill of music, sports, events, and functions, all under one roof. The Eastern Facility incorporates high performance training facilities, plus premium multipurpose event and function spaces. The Courtside Room is the newest function space in Adelaide and offers a premium viewing experience overlooking the East of the City to the Adelaide Hills, and the beautiful Riverbank.
The connecting intimate Premier Suite can complement this space as an ideal VIP, board or smaller function space, and the undercover championship-sized tennis court's adaptable nature allows it to be easily transformed into a multi-purpose space. Finally, the stunning new roof over the premium Sunken Show Court allows for a unique experience and will be available for hire.
With multiple function and meeting rooms available for hire, you can tailor the space to perfectly match your vision. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our venue can accommodate any event, ensuring every occasion is an extraordinary one.
Ticketmaster Australia and Tennis SA announce a multi-year partnership to ticket The Drive
The Drive and Tennis SA are delighted to announce a multi-year partnership with Ticketmaster Australia to ticket content for The Drive, fresh from our brand-new redevelopment. Under the agreement, Ticketmaster will provide ticketing services on an exclusive basis for all publicly ticketed events scheduled at The Drive, which now has an expanded capacity to accommodate up to 7,000 attendees.
Our selection of Ticketmaster ensures an enhanced fan experience for all attendees, granting them access to Ticketmaster's cutting-edge ticketing infrastructure. From a seamless ticket purchase process to ensuring frictionless entry into The Drive and leveraging innovative marketing tools, both teams will benefit from Ticketmaster's market-leading technology that will support bringing crowds to the newly refurbished venue.
Memorial Drive Tennis Centre
The home of Tennis SA. The iconic Memorial Drive Tennis Centre has been a premier venue for events of many major South Australian events for more than 50 years.
Memorial Drive Park, more generally referred to as "Memorial Drive", is steep with history and took its name from the winding avenue, known as War Memorial Drive, which separates the venue from the River Torrens.
PARKING
Wilson (30 Hindley St) and Adelaide Central Car Park (225 North Terrace) are just a short walk over the bridge to War Memorial Drive.
UPark on Gawler
Adelaide Convention Centre - the Riverbank Car Park and North Terrace Car Park
TAXIS
There are numerous taxi companies operating in Adelaide. Taxis can be booked or hailed from various taxi stands located throughout the City and suburbs. All taxis in Adelaide accept major credit cards and Cabcharge.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
You can access Memorial Drive via Adelaide Metro Bus, Train and Tram services. Provided below are bus stops and train services that operate near the facilities, and you can access the tram from North Terrace. For more information head to the Adelaide
Stop AA King William Road - East Side
Buses to South West and City: 222, 248, 190, 263, G21, 190B, 224F, 265
Stop 2 Montefiore Road - East Side
Buses to North East and City: 271, 98A, 273, 271
Stop 2 Montefiore Road - West Side
Buses to West and City: 98C, 235, 239
❊ Address ❊
⊜ War Memorial Drive, North Adelaide View Map
✆ Telephone: (08) 7224 8100
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ The Drive | Memorial Drive Tennis Centre
➼ www.thedriveadelaide.com.au
➼ www.tennis.com.au
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