Sports and Activities

We love our beautiful outdoors in the Illawarra. Whether you follow the NRL, NBL or Soccer, there are plenty of teams to get around. There are also plenty of local sporting teams that you can get involved with. Discover the latest in local sporting events and activities that are coming soon to Wollongong.

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Discover the latest in local sporting events and activities that are coming soon to Wollongong.

Stay 7 Pay 5 Special at Holiday Haven Lake Tabourie

Experience everything this beautiful coastal destination has to offer

595a Princes Highway Tabourie Lake New South Wales 2539

November 10, 2025 - June 26, 2026

HARS Aviation Museum Tarmac Days

Tarmac Days are held over three consecutive days, beginning on the SECOND FRIDAY of each month.

54 Airport Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

February 13, 2026 - February 15, 2026

School Holiday Fun for Kids & Families at Saunaus Wollongong

Healthy, fun & memorable way to make the most of the school holidays!

388 Crown Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

December 15, 2025 - January 31, 2026

Summer School Holiday Activities - North Nowra Tavern

Summer school holidays are sorted at North Nowra Tavern!

82 Page Avenue North Nowra New South Wales 2541

December 22, 2025 - January 26, 2026

Rodeo 4 Life 2026

The best bull riders LIVE!

WIN Entertainment Centre 9-11 Crown Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

May 30, 2026

Drag Trivia at The Balgownie Hotel

Trivia, but make it drag!

141-143 Balgownie Road Balgownie New South Wales 2519

January 15, 2026

Make a Welsh Comb Back Stick Chair - The Illawarra Woodwork School

Learn steam bending, shaping timber by hand

1 York Place Woonona New South Wales 2517

February 7, 2026 - April 4, 2026

Illawara Ladies Pickleball Socials - Game Point

Come try out the game everyone’s talking about!

Game Point | Coniston Unit D2/30 Miller St Coniston NSW 2500

January 14, 2026

Farm Play & Picnic Days at Green Connect

Join us at the beautiful Green Connect Farm for an exciting session of outdoor play and farm exploration!

Green Connect 6 Anna Avenue Warrawong New South Wales 2502

January 22, 2026

Businesses You Should Visit

Visit businesses who love students

UOW Science Space Wollongong

Interactive science FUN! Largest hands-on science centre in NSW!

Innovation Campus Innovation Campus

HARS Aviation Museum

An exciting and educational day out exploring planes across history for young and old.

54 Airport Road Albion Park Rail New South Wales 2527

Wollongong Youth Centre

The Wollongong Youth Centre is a space where ages 12 - 24 can hang out, connect, learn new skills, meet new people or express their creativity

WIN Stadium

Home to the biggest sport and entertainment events in the Illawarra!

Corner of Crown & Harbour Streets Wollongong

Kembla Grange Racecourse - Illawarra Turf Club

Kembla Grange Racecourse provides the perfect day out under the Illawarra Escarpment!

Princes Highway Kembla Grange New South Wales 2526

Bush Magic Adventures / Bush Magic Therapy

Child-led, inclusive, therapeutic, nature-based programs.

Avondale & Keiraville

From The Blog

Dec 15

Best Cafes in Wollongong: Must Try Spots for an Amazing Breakfast

Searching for the best cafes in Wollongong for breakfast and brunch? Whether you’re after a perfectly brewed coffee, a flavour-packed bagel, or a cosy cafe to start your day, the Illawarra is home to some incredible spots. Here at What’s On in Wollongong, we’ve explored the region’s cafe scene to uncover the best breakfast destinations […]

Dec 15

Takeaway Eats: Local Favourites to Enjoy from Home

It’s that time of the week at What’s On in Wollongong, where we highlight local restaurants and cafés offering take-away and delivery! From comforting classics to fresh, wholesome dishes, these spots are keeping our hearts happy and your stomach full! And if that is not enough to keep the rumbling bellies away, check out our […]

Dec 11

Guide to Christmas Day Lunches & Catering – Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra. Open Restaurants, Pubs & Clubs.

Book your Wollongong & Shellharbour Christmas Day Lunches, Dinners & Events. Whether it’s Christmas Day Seafood Specials, a more casual pub or club lunch, or special Illawarra restaurants open on Christmas Day. What’s on in Wollongong has you covered, read on. Outsource Christmas Day Lunch or Dinner! Or bring Christmas Catering to your home. We cover Christmas […]

Dec 09

Free and Low-Cost Valentine’s Day Ideas. Wollongong & Illawarra Guide.

Want to know how you can make Valentine's Day special while on a Budget? What's On in Wollongong is here to help.

Dec 09

Get Romantic on Valentine’s Day. Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching on Friday 14th February 2025. It’s time to plan the best ways to romance your loved one. We know Wollongong’s and Shellharbour’s most romantic restaurants for lunch or dinner. We have found the best romantic places to visit in the Illawarra or, just Valentine’s ideas that will light up your […]

Dec 07

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 […]