The Cultural Connections tour is brought to you by a collaboration with Gumaraa. Gumaraa is an Aboriginal cultural experience and education company that delivers authentic Indigenous experiences for all, based on the traditions of the Dharawal and Yuin Nation. Hear the stories of country & deep cultural significance of the land & waterways. In Shellharbour,…
Join Totem Skateboarding and some of Australia’s top skateboarders at Port Kembla Skatepark! This is part of a recurring monthly event series, so if you can’t make it this time, we’ll be back again next month. These sessions are proudly funded by Big hART, who bring the Totem team to Port Kembla through the Skate…
Illawarra Adventure Week is a multi-day coastal tourism event showcasing the best of the region’s adventure experiences. Visitors can enjoy guided jet ski tours (no licence required), surf lessons, paddle boarding, and sailing, all within one destination. Located just 90 minutes from Sydney, the event is designed to attract visitors to the Illawarra, encouraging overnight…
Wheelchair Rugby League 2026 will take place at the WIN Entertainment Centre in Wollongong, where Nation will take on Nation in a clash to see who comes out on top.
Rugby League World Cup 2026 rolls into WIN Stadium with a full England takeover! Will they dominate both Men and Woman’s matches, or crack under the pressure?
Surfing Australia and Surfing NSW are pleased to announce the Australian surf championships, which incorporate the Australian shortboard titles. The championships will run consecutively on the beautiful coastline of Wollongong, NSW this August.
Get ready for an unforgettable long weekend of elite competition, community spirit, and coastal vibes as the Australian Masters Ultimate Championships comes back to Wollongong. Across three action‑packed days, mixed gendered masters aged teams will take the field in a showcase of skill, spirit, athleticism, and experience, and more importantly chasing the national title! Off…
Gather at Lang Park in Wollongong for the Wollongong Running Festival! Choose from a 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, or the 2km Family Dash. The scenic paths make for an unforgettable race day — whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking up the atmosphere on your way to the finish line. All participants…
The 2026 Hockey Australia Masters Indoor Invitational will be held in Wollongong, New South Wales, bringing together Masters indoor hockey players from across Australia for one of the country’s key national Masters indoor events. Teams from across the country will compete across multiple age divisions, showcasing the skill, experience and competitive spirit that defines the…
100 Years of Thrills. 100 Years of Laughs. 100 Years of Joy. This is a once-in-a-century celebration of 100 Years of Jaw-Dropping “No Way!” moves, 100 Years of “Wow!” and 100 Years Heart-Pounding Thrills! The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to your Wollongong with their most legendary tours ever. From gravity-defying dunks to game-changing tricks, experience…
Wings Over Shellharbour takes place in the stunning Illawarra region on the NSW South Coast, just over an hour south of Sydney. Set against the breathtaking Illawarra escarpment, this much-loved event is Australia’s premier regional airshow — and the only major airshow experience within such easy reach of Sydney. Get ready to feel the adrenaline!…
Join them for the MJ Rowles Rodeo 4 Life at WIN Entertainment Centre. Experience an action-packed night with Australia’s top bull riders alongside the energetic Robbie Mortimer, performing live! Enjoy thrilling performances by Lachie Cossor’s Outback Stockman’s Show and the hilarious rodeo clown, Big Al. Plus, attendees can participate in the chance to win $10,000…
Surfing Australia and Surfing NSW are pleased to announce the Australian surf championships, which incorporate the Australian shortboard titles. The championships will run consecutively on the beautiful coastline of Wollongong, NSW this August.
The Great Southeastern Loop is an exhilarating 1,263-kilometre ultra cycling adventure through Southeastern New South Wales, which must be completed within 157 hours. Over the course of one unforgettable week, participants will dig deep to complete this epic route with climbing a total of over 17,000m of elevation, on a mix of sealed and gravel…
The 2026 KenoGo Australian Darts Masters will return in August, and all eyes will be on the PDC’s stars descending on WIN Entertainment Centre in Wollongong for a two-day showcase on August 21–22. After an electric 2025 edition, the tournament returns with renewed buzz and a fresh trophy lineage. For darts fans, August 21-22 will…
Tackle the Kokoda Challenge and test your physical and mental resilience by walking through the Heathcote and Royal National Park over a distance of 96km, 48km, or 18km. The Kokoda Challenge is Australia’s toughest team endurance event and is not for the faint-hearted. This event, however, isn’t just for elite athletes, it’s for anyone who…
The Down Under Championship returns with a bang! As Australia’s premier CrossFit® Licensed Event, the DUC25 is set to be a thrilling spectacle, featuring over 400 athletes from Australia, New Zealand, and around the globe. Steeped in the rich history of Oceanic CrossFit® , the heart of the competition beats once again at the WIN…
The Shellharbour SUP Shellharbour will feature three days of exciting paddle boarding from flat water races to SUP surfing. There will be market stalls, food trucks and plenty of entertainment. The highly anticipated SUP surfing heats will kick off at Warilla Beach. Finals will be held the next day, crowning the winners of the men’s…
The Cultural Connections tour is brought to you by a collaboration with Gumaraa. Gumaraa is an Aboriginal cultural experience and education company that delivers authentic Indigenous experiences for all, based on the traditions of the Dharawal and Yuin Nation. Hear the stories of country & deep cultural significance of the land & waterways. In Kiama,…
The Coastal Classic is a 30-kilometre trail run event along one of the most stunning tracks in Australia. It has everything to offer from rocky terrain, sand running and beaches, to cliff-tops, bushland, rain forest and steep hill inclines. The scenery is spectacular with breathtaking coastal views on the beach and from the cliff tops.…
