Book the venue
...Bring your show to RIFF
Southland’s Home of Live Music
If you’re serious about live music, you’ll love playing the RIFF.
Run by the Southland Musicians Club, RIFF has been backing live music in this region for decades. From local legends to international touring acts, artists from all over the world have stepped onto this stage - and we’re just getting started.
We exist for one reason:
To make live music loud, real, and unforgettable.
The Room
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100 Seated
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150 Standing
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Flexible layout depending on your show
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Proper stage. Proper lights. Proper vibe.
Intimate when it needs to be. Electric when it counts.
Production - We’ve Got You Covered
We can supply:
✔ Full professional PA system
✔ Stage monitors
✔ Stage lighting
✔ Backline support
✔ Experienced local support team
Audio specifications available below.
downloadable PDF: Riff Audio & Technical Specs
The Deal
We don’t charge venue hire for approved shows.
The only cost to you is if you require a dedicated sound engineer to mix the night.
That’s it.
We’re here to support touring artists and local bands - not clip the ticket before you’ve even sold one.
Why Play at RIFF
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A respected live music venue with strong local support
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Promotion through Riff & Southland Musicians Club channels
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A welcoming volunteer team who care about live music
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A well-established music community audience
This isn’t a function room pretending to be a venue.
This is RIFF