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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20% off Cosy, Winter Picnics with Pony & Wolf
Book your dreamy Winter date today
May 27, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Greetings from Wollongong at Wollongong Art Gallery
Greetings from Wollongong celebrates Wollongong's rich history, highlighting the intersection of protest and politics with the vital energies of party and play.
- 46 Burelli Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500
June 14, 2025 - August 31, 2025
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!
September 27, 2025 - October 12, 2025
20% Off at Holiday Haven Swan Lake, Cudmirrah
Enjoy 20% off stays of one night or more.
- 4 Goonawarra Drive Cudmirrah New South Wales 2540
August 1, 2025 - August 31, 2025
From The Blog
Aug
12
What to do in Wollongong this Week and Month. Find Events & What’s On Illawarra wide
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 & […]
Aug
12
What to do in Wollongong – Best Activities Illawarra Wide
Looking for your next epic weekend plan or a must-do Illawarra experience? Whether you are a local Wollongong resident searching for a fun weekend activity, or a tourist, looking for the authentic Illawarra experience while on holiday, we’ve got you covered. Check out this list of must-do activities below to enjoy the best our region […]
Aug
06
Best Things To Do in Wollongong & The Illawarra. Get Inspired.
Discover the Best Things to Do in Wollongong & the South Coast Wollongong and the South Coast region offer a diverse array of attractions, experiences, and natural beauty. Whether you’re planning a day trip or a weekend getaway, this comprehensive guide highlights the top activities, dining spots, family-friendly adventures, and upcoming events in the area. […]
Aug
06
Social Groups in Wollongong. Best Ways to Meet People & Make Friends
Want to find your tribe in Wollongong? Looking for ways to meet people in the Illawarra? Whether it’s to find friends or ways to date locally, What’s on in Wollongong has got you covered! Including social sports, to group meet-ups, to singles events. Who needs app’ or more mindless social scrolling? Meet real people in […]
Aug
06
Discover the Best Illawarra Markets: Your Ultimate Guide to Wollongong & South Coast NSW Markets
Are you googling “Local Markets Near Me“? We have THE best markets in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Nowra and Shoalhaven areas. Here at What’s On in Wollongong, we showcase diverse markets including Food, Artisan, Farmers, Craft and Vintage and more. Here are our top 20 Illawarra markets below – or find Illawarra or Wollongong Market today […]
Aug
05
Best Barefoot Bowls in Wollongong & the Illawarra. Including Glow Bowls & Bowling Parties
Searching for the best barefoot bowls in Wollongong? Then welcome. Whether it’s glow-in-the-dark bowling with mates, barefoot bowls for kids in the school holidays, or a work bowling party on the green with a beer in hand – the Illawarra’s got you covered. We’ve rolled a few bowls barefoot ourselves (some of us with more […]