Theatre, Arts and Music

Live Music, Arts, Theatre

For lovers of live music and the arts, this is what’s happening in Wollongong when it comes to exhibitions, concerts, live music and performances. Check out the latest artists and groups performing in the Illawarra region.

What's happening?

Exhibitions, concerts, live music and performances.

Wollongong Comedy November Shows 2024

November's shows, our last showcase for the year, promises to be one of the best yet!

The Builders Club 61 Church Street Wollongong

November 23, 2024

Sunday Bottomless Brunch December - The Icon, Wollongong

Bottomless Brunch events coming to The Icon, Wollongong this December!

10 Town Hall Place Wollongong New South Wales 2500

December 1, 2024

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

Carols in MacCabe Park

A wonderful evening of festive fun & entertainment!

MacCabe Park Burelli St Wollongong New South Wales 2500

December 12, 2024

Friday & Sunday Sunset Sessions with music and happy hour at The Lagoon

Sunset Sessions! Get Live Music, Happy Hour, amazing food and kids and dog friendly!

Stuart Park Grand Pacific Drive Wollongong New South Wales 2500

November 22, 2024

Live Shows, Entertainment & Events at Wests Illawarra

Exciting line-up of events coming to the stage at Wests Illawarra!

Wests Illawarra Hargreaves Street Unanderra New South Wales 2526

November 22, 2024

Sunset Cinema Wollongong is back for another unmissable summer of outdoor movies!

Beanbags, beverages & buckets of popcorn... Big screen movies under the twinkling sky!

Wollongong Botanic Garden Murphys Ave Wollongong New South Wales 2500

December 12, 2024 - March 22, 2025

Drag Brunch at The Balgownie Hotel

Get ready for a fabulous Drag Brunch that’ll make your Sunday sparkle!

141-143 Balgownie Road Balgownie New South Wales 2519

December 8, 2024

Create & Sip - Gingerbread House Making Workshop

Grab your friends for a Christmas catch up whilst creating gorgeous gingerbread houses!

11 Marina Drive Shell Cove New South Wales 2529

December 13, 2024

Businesses You Should Visit

Live music venues, theatres, and more.

Wests Illawarra Leagues Club

Find your moment

Wests Illawarra Hargreaves Street Unanderra New South Wales 2526

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The Waterfront Tavern - Shellharbour Marina

The Waterfront Tavern is the new place for sports, family dinners and friends.

11 Marina Drive Shell Cove New South Wales 2529

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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

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The Fraternity Club

Leading Dining, Functions & Entertainment venue in the Illawarra!

11 Bourke Street Fairy Meadow New South Wales 2519

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Dreams on Crown

Bringing you the best of food and bar culture in one space right in the heart of the Wollongong.

Dreams on Crown 156/160 Crown Street Wollongong NSW 2500

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The Balgownie Hotel

It's a place for friends to meet, families to relax and everyone to enjoy themselves.

141-143 Balgownie Road Balgownie New South Wales 2519

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From The Blog

Oct 22

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Oct 02

Festival Events in Wollongong / Illawarra. Best Music, Arts & Culture, Food & Wine Festivals / South Coast NSW

On the hunt for the ultimate festivals in Wollongong, Shoalhaven and the Illawarra? Well, look no further, baby! What’s on in Wollongong has rounded up the most vibrant and diverse festivals on the South Coast of NSW. From music parties that move your body, to folk gatherings that soothe the soul. From celebrations of Art and […]