Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work Event.

Need a venue for a Wollongong conference, work function, team dinner or seasonal corporate event? Welcome to What’s On in Wollongong’s guide to event and function spaces across the Illawarra. Whether it’s a full corporate conferencing with accommodation and catering, a smaller more intimate space, boardroom meetings or team dinners, we have you covered. Here are our top recommendations for where to book your next work function.

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City Beach Function Centre

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventCity Beach Function Centre

Wollongong’s premier venue and function centre, City Beach offers every option for work events and business conferences. Its multitude of light filled rooms and board room spaces delivers on every conceivable work function. You can opt for the award-winning in-house catering, or pop next door to the delightful Steamers Bar & Grill for a special team dinner. The sweeping ocean views add a real elegance to this venue. The City Beach events team are masters of delivering your perfect work event, with every detail attended to. For all work functions from 20-200+ people, enquire with the City Beach team here.

Sage Hotel, Wollongong

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventSage Hotel, Wollongong

Overlooking WIN Stadium and with partial ocean views and a pool, Sage Hotel Wollongong is a wonderful choice for any work event or conference requiring accomodation and delegate catering. Choose between 10 different conference and events rooms. The events and conference team can ensure the right space and place and flow for your next function. It is an easy walk into Wollongong’s centre and is next to the ocean, plus has it’s own vibey bar and restaurant. For work functions from 10-400+ people, enquire with the team here.

The Fraternity Club

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventThe Fraternity Club

5 minutes drive from Wollongong is the wonderful Fraternity Club. With a variety of function rooms of all sizes available, The Fraternity Club has a room to fit your needs, no matter what the occasion. They also offer masses of onsite parking.

From small meetings and seminars in the Monte Carlo room to medium functions in the Sunken Lounge or Dining Room, and large scale events and conferences in the Auditorium, they will work with you to ensure your function is of the highest standard.

With free WiFi, elevator access and all the newest technology available, we have a venue to suit everybody’s needs. For functions with less than 50 guests, they also have a range of packages available in the divine La Trattoria.

Terrara House

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventTerrara House

Want something unique, luxurious and stunning, away from the hustle and bustle? Where you and the team can disconnect from the everyday work and be inspired? One hour south of Wollongong is the stunning Terrara House.

Whether it’s a team of 10-150, you’ll love the 17 acres of manicured grounds. Terrara Estate consists of the historical main House, the Stables, Chesters event space, a championship sized tennis court, swimming pool, Artisan produce garden, Scottish Highland Cows and expanses of beautifully tendered to gardens. With in house catering, you can plan a very different, uplifting and inspiring work event here. Enquire with the lovely team here.

Dreams on Crown, Wollongong

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work Event – Dreams on Crown, Wollongong

Thanks to their generous space and inviting decor, Dreams on Crown right in the heart of Wollongong, have got the perfect room and atmosphere for your next corporate event or work function + and it can be catered for to your requirements.​

  • Book a table for 20 guests or hire the restaurant for up to 100 guests (Room hire applicable).
  • Food and drink packages available.
  • Live entertainment or DJ. Professional MC also available on request.

​Contact them today for all private function enquiries and bookings.

The Icon, Wollongong

Whatever corporate celebration you have in mind, The Icon’s private Viper Room will be the perfect space for you and your guests with FREE Room Hire!

The Viper Room offers exclusive use for your next event for up to 40 people, with no minimum spend or time restrictions. Table service and canape style menu starting from as little as $25 per head.

Their dedicated team will work with you, so your event is everything you want and more. For all corporate event and function enquiries, email or phone Dimitri on [email protected] or (02) 4244 3737.

HARS Aviation Museum

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work Event – HARS

Whether your work function is set in the Boeing 747 or in one of the mind-blowing Hangars amongst the vintage aircraft, HARS Aviation Museum is sure to make your work function or conference more memorable than most! 

Three distinct areas providing the opportunity to engage with delegates: Private conference/training room with full audio-visual equipment; open area overlooking the wing of their flagship aircraft VH OJA Boeing 747-400 Series aircraft; open area in Hangar 1 can hold 500 delegates conference style or at tables. Break-out areas available on both levels+ award-winning caterer on hand. PLUS – Perfect opportunity to tour their internationally recognised interactive museum!

HARS are happy to help with any function you may have so please contact their front desk on 02 4257 4333!

The Waterfront Tavern

Make your next corporate event one to remember with stunning water views, contemporary dining and a vibrant, friendly atmosphere. The Waterfront Tavern (located in the heart of the stunning Shellharbour Marina Dining Precinct) boasts several open and exclusive spaces for groups of 20 to 150, sit-down occasions or cocktail-style classics.

So, whether you’re planning a corporate get together, staff party, social club outing, or office/end of year festivities, The Waterfront Tavern offers a relaxed, coastal feel to your next corporate event. Learn more about their function spaces and packages.

Illawarra Light Railway Museum, Albion Park

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work Event – Illawarra Light Railway Museum

Looking to hold a corporate event or a function with a difference? You can hire the Illawarra Light Railway Museum site (including train rides) for corporate functions. They cater up to fifty visitors with a minimum of two hours. Groups of more than fifty may be accommodated by special arrangement and price negotiation. Family/private and corporate bookings available.

Book online or call and enquire on [email protected] or 0492 267 581. You can also learn more about their venue hire here.

Georgia Rose, Shell Cove

Down at Georgia Rose (located in the coastal Shellharbour Dining Precinct), they have beautiful spaces where you can hold all kinds of corporate or office events and functions. Overlooking the water, they have a view that is hard to beat.

Create your own vibe with a cocktail-style celebration, book one of their creative workshops or elevate your corporate function, with their floor space that is flexible along with their packages.

If you’re looking to host a function, their flexible floor and open spaces are complimentary for bookings. Choose from The Nook, their perfect space for office get-togethers, The Alcove for larger events, or the Mural Main Room for casual dining with stunning views. View their function & event spaces and packages here.

Bundanon

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventBundanon

Bundanon’s breath-taking views down the Shoalhaven River, award winning contemporary architecture, heritage buildings and bush landscape provide the ideal setting for exceptional events. Bundanon is twenty minutes from Nowra, on the Shoalhaven River, and one hour from the Southern Highlands and Wollongong.

Ideal for conferences, weddings, retreats, and private functions, Bundanon’s wide range of multi-purpose spaces can be transformed to create the perfect event. Click here to learn more.

The Gable – The Groundz Precinct, Dapto

The Groundz Precinct in Dapto is a vibrant indoor/outdoor space with a range of options available to both the public and those seeking private functions.

The Gable is the old pavilion shed that has been lovingly repurposed into a unique barn style function space. It is full of character and rustic charm and caters to large groups. With a mix of wine barrels and long tables for seating, the space if flexible to enable either a sit-down or cocktail celebration.

The large stone fireplace, polished concrete floors and festoon lighting further adds to the relaxed rural vibe, making The Gable perfect for your next gathering. Suitable for bookings between 60-110 people. Learn more here!

Illawarra Performing Arts Centre/Wollongong Town Hall/The Music Lounge

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventWollongong Town Hall (pcitured)

Merrigong Theatre Company is home to 3 venues right in the centre of the Wollongong CBD that are each available for hire for big and small corporate events, trade shows, dinners…. the list goes on! Venues are the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Wollongong Town Hall (WTH) and the smaller and more intimate space, The Music Lounge.

Capacity across each venue is as follows: WTH – Main Auditorium (Up to 944 capacity); IPAC IMB Theatre (Up to 515 seated); IPAC – Bruce Gordon Theatre (234 seated); WTH – The Music Lounge (Up to 152 capacity); IPAC – Bob Peet Studio (Up to 80 capacity). Click here to learn more and get in touch with their Events Team.

Jervis Bay Wild

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventJervis Bay Wild

Got a corporate event coming up? Why not do it on the crystal-clear waters of Jervis Bay!

Jervis Bay Wild’s Port Venture carries up to 150 guests and is ideal for corporate days & functions. Their Port Venture vessel is equipped with 5 viewing levels, all-inclusive amenities and is wheelchair accessible. Jervis Bay Wild’s Private Charters are also the perfect opportunity to get out of the office with work colleagues and engage in the ultimate out-of-the-box adventure and team-building activity! Their private charters are perfect for a more exciting adventure for corporate days, where you can take in the natural wonders of Jervis Bay. Their Private Charters also accommodates for beach landings and holds 30 – 150 guests. Learn more here.

Steamers Bar & Grill

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventSteamers Bar & Grill

Steamers Bar & Grill is the winner of the 2022 NSW Regional Contemporary Australian Restaurant Award. Choosing to have them host your corporate event is a brilliant way to experience this award-winning restaurant.

Perfect for groups of 12 people and more, their menu has been crafted to present a selection of their Executive Chef’s signature dishes. It allows flexibility in catering to multiple dietary requirements with an array of options to suit your preference. With great food options, large portions, and a venue full of ambience, you won’t be disappointed with this choice. Click here to get on touch with the team at Steamers Bar & Grill.

Centro CBD, Wollongong

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventCentro CBD, Wollongong

In the heart of Wollongong, with the most stunning Italian catering Centro CBD offers wonderful corporate function spaces. perfect settings for special occasions. If you are looking for a stylish affair and extraordinary service but sharing good food with your work family, this is the place you need to choose.

Able to cater to groups up to 250 strong with their variety of rooms, attentive service, stunning decorations and a welcoming atmosphere. Get in contact here to learn more.

The Balgownie Hotel

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventThe Balgownie Hotel

Tucked away in the foot of the escarpment, up in the cute village of Balgownie is The Bally Hotel, and a mere 10 minute drive from Wollongong.

The Bally offers a sophisticated and intimate setting creating the perfect vibe for your corporate function. They host sit down, cocktail and conference style events with flair and finesse. The functions and events team executes every event to an impeccably high standard and we are always seeking to exceed customer expectations.

  • Capacity: 60 sit down/140 cocktail
  • Options for cocktail style food + sit down meal options as well.

The Shellharbour Club

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventThe Shellharbour Club

The Shellharbour Club can cater for all your corporate needs with professional expertise. With a range of menus and technical equipment available, your event will exceed all expectations. Their staff can also look after post-conference activities both in-house and within the scenic local area to ensure the overall success of your corporate event.

Included in the hire of venue is your choice of the following equipment: television, DVD, whiteboard, lectern, overhead projector and flip chart. Additional equipment such as LCD data projector, electronic whiteboard, internet access, laptop computer and lapel microphone can also be provided at an additional cost.

Contact their Events Team for more information regarding your event at [email protected]
or call 4296 7155.

The Lagoon Restaurant & Function Centre

Business & Conference Venues in Wollongong & Illawarra. Plan your next Work EventLagoon Restaurant

Better known for its delicious seafood restaurant, stunning ocean views and big weddings, Lagoon Restaurant is also wonderful choice for work functions for up to 250 people.

Lagoon Restaurant, is also the perfect place to host your corporate functions. The venue has a range of function rooms available with flexible floorplans and packages to suit your specific requirements. Find out more about their functions here.

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