Attractions and Adventure
The Illawarra is home to many sites of natural and cultural significance. Find out what the Wollongong attractions have to offer you. Any day can be an adventure, see the latest in upcoming events.
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Get outdoors these School Holidays at Treetops Adventure Nowra!
We climb high so you don’t have to with Kids Club, at Treetops Adventure Nowra!
July 7, 2025 - July 21, 2025
Sculpture in the Garden Wollongong returns!
1-30 April at Wollongong Botanic Garden
- Wollongong Botanic Garden 40 Murphys Avenue Keiraville New South Wales 2500
April 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025
New Exhibtion/Opening Weekend at Bundanon: Betty Kuntiwa Pumani: maḻatja-maḻatja (those who come after) & David Sequeira: The Shape of Music.
Bundanon celebrates the work of two leading Australian artists
- Bundanon 170 Riversdale Road Illaroo New South Wales 2540
June 28, 2025 - October 5, 2025
OpenField Arts Festival 2025 - Berry
An exciting, multidisciplinary contemporary art festival in Berry.
- Berry
June 13, 2025 - June 15, 2025
From The Blog
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09
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Looking for things to do in Wollongong tonight, this weekend or the month ahead? Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong & Illawarra Guide! Your insider guide to planning best days and nights out. Find all upcoming events in the Illawarra including Music, Arts & Theatre shows in Wollongong, Our Local Illawarra Markets, Wollongong Sports & […]
Jun
09
What’s on School Holidays / Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama & Illawarra
Here at What’s on in Wollongong, we’ve found the best Wollongong, Shellharbour and Illawarra School Holiday programs, events, activities & low-cost kids holiday FUN. The school holidays come round so quickly, but fun school holiday ideas await! Read on for our best What’s on for Kids School Holiday Guide. Need more Illawarra School Holiday Activity inspiration – […]
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29
Top 10 Wollongong & Illawarra Picnic Spots to Explore
Picnic locations with ocean views across Wollongong & the Illawarra, what way to enjoy the South Coast of NSW. The native wildflowers are out, the sun is warm and prime picnickin’ season is upon us! Ah, the humble picnic, what is more nourishing than a slow day lazing in the grass together, soaking up some […]
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29
Proposals in Wollongong. Best Locations & Engagement Ideas
9 Breathtaking Proposal Locations & Ideas on the South Coast of NSW. Planning a marriage proposal? Congratulations! Let What’s On in Wollongong set the scene for some stunning, sweet, romantic locations and ways to get engaged. Create magical ‘Marry Me’ engagement romance and experiences in the Illawarra. With our tree-lined mountains sliding into stunning beaches, […]
