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.

What's happening?

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

Five Barrel Brewing Trivia Nights

Now every Thursday at Five Barrel Brewing

Five Barrel Brewing 318 Keira Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

November 13, 2025

Social Golf Club - North Nowra Tavern

Get involved with the North Nowra Tavern Social Golf Club. Happening once a month at local and surrounding…

82 Page Avenue North Nowra New South Wales 2541

November 22, 2025

FREE Trial Class - Beginner Ballroom/Social Dance - Miss Zoe's School of Dance

Learn the basics of waltz, cha-cha, and more!

90 Swan Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500

August 14, 2025 - November 30, 2025

LATE NIGHT BOWLING @ Northern Bowl, Belllambi

FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS

103 Bellambi Lane Bellambi New South Wales 2518

November 14, 2025 - November 15, 2025

Join Miss Zoe's School of Dance in Term 4, 2025

Award Winning Kid's & Adults Dance Classes. Wollongong/Kiama/Coledale

Wollongong Kiama Coledale

September 17, 2025 - December 20, 2025

Christmas Family Fun Day - North Nowra Tavern

A festive filled Family Fun Day

North Nowra Tavern 82 Page Avenue North Nowra New South Wales 2541

December 14, 2025

Family Day with Fun Messy Mates - Five Barrel Brewing

Ready for a day of family fun like no other? Look no further than Five Barrels! Join them for a fantastic day packed with games galore!

Five Barrel Brewing 265 Keira St Wollongong New South Wales 2500

December 14, 2025

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

November 14, 2025 - November 16, 2025

The Frat is where the Fun is at these School Holidays!

The Frat is where the fun is these School Holidays!

The Fraternity Club 11 Bourke Street Fairy Meadow New South Wales 2519

January 5, 2026

Businesses You Should Visit

Visit businesses who love students

North Nowra Tavern

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

82 Page Avenue North Nowra New South Wales 2541

Revolution Laser Arena + NEW VR Rooms!

Laser Tag experiences for the whole family. Revolution specialises in Kid's Parties and everyday Laser Tagging fun!

2 Drummond Street Spring Hill New South Wales 2500

Holiday Haven - 12 stunning South Coast holiday parks

Your Haven awaits!

South Coast New South Wales

Urban Rec Wollongong - Social Sports for Adults

Get fit, have FUN, make new friends! More than sport!

Wollongong

Northern Bowl

Illawarra's iconic bowling & leisure centre!

103 Bellambi Lane Bellambi New South Wales 2518

Early Start Discovery Space - Where Curious Minds Play!

Where Curious Minds Play! Australia's only dedicated children's museum and the worlds first on a university campus!

Building 21 University of Wollongong Northfields Avenue Keiraville NSW 2500

From The Blog

Oct 30

What’s On for Halloween in Wollongong & the Illawarra for Adults & Kids

Looking for fun places to take the kids for Halloween across the Illawarra and Wollongong? Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we’ve searched high and low for the best Halloween events. Keep reading for ghostly Halloween games to play and the best places to trick-or-treat across Wollongong and the Illawarra. Listed here are a mixture […]

Oct 26

Where to Drink Guinness in Wollongong, & Shellharbour & Shoalhaven

Hello best pubs and clubs for Guinness on tap in Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra wide. Whether it’s Splitting the G, toasting St Patricks Day, or just enjoying a rich Irish classic on tap — here’s Wollongong best pubs and clubs, pouring perfect pints of Guinness. FYI, Guinness is a source of iron! Ok, so you’d […]

Oct 22

Winter Weddings in Wollongong. The Benefits of a Winter Wedding – you’ll be surprised…

Considering a Winter Wedding in the Illawarra or South Coast of NSW? You’ll be delighted to know that Winter Weddings have many advantages. Here at What’s on in Wollongong, we’ve interviewed the wedding event experts at City Beach Function Centre, to get you all the insider knowledge to winter wedding venue planning! FREE Wedding Open […]

Oct 22

Wedding Trends & Costs in Wollongong & Illawarra / South Coast NSW

Planning your wedding in the glorious Illawarra or Wollongong? Keen to know our wedding venues, how much weddings cost, best packages and trends? Whether you’re a local or planning a Destination Wedding in South Coast of NSW, welcome to our Wedding Trends article. We’ve referenced the Easy Weddings – Wedding Industry Report for 2024. Plus […]

Oct 22

City Beach Function Centre for Wollongong Beach Front Weddings. Get the Wedding of your dreams (and your budget!)

Waterfront, Unique, Premier Wedding Venue Illawarra, NSW. City Beach Function Centre offers flexible, affordable, dreamy luxury wedding packages. Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we know why our region is so incredible and offers a stunning and alternative place to get married. We have researched the best wedding venues across the Illawarra. If you are looking […]

Oct 22

Find your Perfect Wedding Venue. Wollongong & Illawarra’s Best & Secret Venues Revealed. Get Inspired.

Looking for the perfect wedding venue in Wollongong, Illawarra or Shoalhaven? Look no further! Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we have the local insiders’ guide to the best wedding venues in the Illawarra. Whether it’s large and traditional ceremony’s, intimate or elopement style, overlooking the ocean, micro weddings, or weddings on a budget, read […]