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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School Holiday / Summer Skydive Shellharbour - BIGWAVE Skydive for Over 16s
Enjoy a Skydiving adventure this Summer!
- Bass Point Tourist Road Shell Cove New South Wales 2529
December 20, 2024 - February 20, 2025
Illawarra Folk Festival
3-day Festival with live music, workshops, markets & dancing for all ages.
- Bulli Showground Grevillea Park Road Bulli New South Wales 2516
January 17, 2025 - January 19, 2025
Visit HARS Aviation Museum these School Holidays!
One of the Illawarra's best kept secrets for a great family-friendly day out!
- 54 Airport Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527
December 16, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Stay for 3 Pay for 2! Mid-Week Special/Spring Offer at Holiday Haven Parks
Get a 3rd FREE night when you pay for 2 at Holiday Haven Parks!
September 1, 2024 - December 12, 2024
From The Blog
Nov
21
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 & […]
Nov
21
Ultimate Summer Guide in Wollongong & the Illawarra
Hello best things to do in Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra wide over summer. We have found the best restaurants, the best beaches, fantastic activities, and more for you and your loved ones to enjoy. Whether you live here and have the whole summer to explore or are visiting for a day, weekend or a few […]
Nov
20
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 are fast approaching, but don’t worry there are plenty of fun things to do with kids. Read on for the best What’s on for Kids School Holiday Guide. Need […]
Nov
20
Best Christmas Gift Ideas around Wollongong and the Illawarra
Uncover the top 20 Christmas gift ideas in Wollongong and the Illawarra! We’ve curated a list of the most popular and unique presents for your family, friends, neighbours, teachers, and colleagues. At What’s On In Wollongong, we believe in the joy of giving, and our gift shopping guide helps you find that perfect Christmas gift […]
Nov
19
Best Illawarra Escarpment Bushwalks. Where to Hike in Wollongong Nature
Want to hike, walk and explore the stunning Illawarra escarpment? Let us recommend our best Wollongong walking tracks. The stunning and rugged escarpment on NSW’s South Coast, is renowned for its biodiversity, indigenous significance and of course its views and walks. The heavy canopy of rainforest hides many special walking tracks, all of which are […]
Nov
12
MTB Wollongong & Illawarra. Our Best Mountain Bike Trails & Rides
Googling ‘Great MTB trails near me’? Wollongong & the Illawarra region is a Mountain Bike Trail Riders paradise. Whether you are starting out and learning mountain bike skills (berm baby, berm!). Or, looking for the ultimate gnarley, steep black-diamond MTB ride, we have the best MTB trail for you. Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong’s […]
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