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Oktoberfest Wollongong / Illawarra

Your local’s guide to Oktoberfest Events & Venues in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama

BEST Oktoberfest Events

Explore Oktoberfest and other events being held around the Illawarra.

Oktoberfest Raceday - Kembla Grange Racecourse

There's no need to travel to Munich when you've got Oktoberfest in your backyard!

421 Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

October 10, 2026

The Icon Wollongong

Located in the heart of Wollongong, The Icon is the perfect bar for drinks, food, events and dancing!

10 Town Hall Place Wollongong New South Wales 2500

Best Illawarra Breweries, venues, pubs and clubs for beers

Discover Wollongong's best beer vibes!

ilu ilu bar

Indian inspired Cocktail Bar with Indian Tapas

Signature Building 10-18 Regent Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

The Icon Wollongong

Located in the heart of Wollongong, The Icon is the perfect bar for drinks, food, events and dancing!

10 Town Hall Place Wollongong New South Wales 2500

Bottomless Deals & Brunches

Wollongong top bottomless offers & brunches

Wollongong

City of Wollongong Tennis Club

So much more than just tennis!

37 Foley Street Gwynneville New South Wales 2500

Five Barrel Brewing

The second brewery to hit Wollongong is smashing out a range of great craft beers. Open for tastings and can sales.

318 Keira Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

Sullivan's Beverages

Good wine, delivered. No fuss wine shop, Wollongong

Local delivery is for orders within the Illawarra South Coast region (between Thirroul and Unanderra).

North Nowra Tavern

Your Local Spot for Great Food, Drinks, and Unforgettable Moments

82 Page Avenue North Nowra New South Wales 2541

The Boathouse North Wollongong

Brand new beachside eatery with amazing views across North Wollongong Beach.

The Boathouse 1a Cliff Road North Wollongong New South Wales 2500

Warilla Hotel

Welcome to the family-friendly Warilla Hotel.

Warilla Hotel 67 Shellharbour Road Warilla New South Wales 2528

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