Nestled along the vibrant Wollongong coastline, The Frisky Flamingo, affectionately known as Frisky’s, offers an unparalleled sports viewing experience as the city’s first American-style, late-night sports lounge. What sets Frisky’s apart is its remarkable combination of features: a prime beachfront location paired with the excitement of sports. It boasts the largest indoor media screen on…
Pepe’s on the Beach offers a unique experience to their patrons. With large scale open windows and bi-fold doors making up the face of the venue it is easy to feel the sea breeze and take in the uninterrupted ocean views. The large-scale deck is a key feature in the design and concept of the…
They believe in truly immersive experiences, and at Breakout they invite you to ‘Escape your Everyday’ join them on a journey through time with the mysterious (and slightly goofy) Professor B. When you step into Breakout Bar you enter the Professor’s home, where he invites you to relax with a drink (perhaps one of his…
You’re in luck, Wollongong. They are bringing fun and good fortune to Wollongong Central. With a luxury bar, the newest arcade games and old school classics, this arcade bar is like nothing you have seen before. Consider your evenings spoken for. They are your local arcade, but not how you remember it. Prepare to be…
Experience the fun and excitement of thoroughbred horse racing at one of NSW’s premier tracks. Located at the base of the Illawarra Escarpment, Kembla Grange Racecourse hosts 35 meetings annually, including its marquee race day, The Gong. Kembla Grange Racecourse is easily accessible via public transport and has ample parking on site. The club has…
Smash Factor is Wollongong’s only indoor golf centre, offering a premium golf and bar experience rain, hail or shine. Located in the heart of the CBD with 14 car spaces its easily accessible from anywhere in the Illawarra. Featuring six huge hitting bays to play your choice of over 800 different courses or chose the…
Nestled within Wollongong Town Hall, The Music Lounge is a premium venue with a rotating schedule of world-class performers and events, from comedians and musicians to dance events and festivals. Run by the not-for-profit Merrigong Theatre Company, which produces and curates diverse entertainment across theatre, dance and the arts, The Music Lounge showcases incredible talent…
What began in 1972 as a provider of music education with classes run out of a local church building in the mall, the Wollongong Conservatorium of Music has become an icon of the community. For over 50 years, WollCon has been changing people’s lives through music. Thousands of musicians – of all ages and backgrounds…
WIN Stadium is a premier multi-purpose venue located in Wollongong, designed to host a wide range of sporting, cultural, and special events. With a total capacity of 20,500, the stadium offers seating for 14,000 across its grandstands, along with a general admission hill for standing spectators. Home to the St George Illawarra Dragons in the…
WIN Entertainment Centre is the largest indoor entertainment venue in the Illawarra region, offering a flexible capacity of up to 6,000 for a diverse range of events including concerts, comedy, family entertainment, sporting matches, and community celebrations. Recent highlights include: Comedy: Jack & Michael Whitehall, Carl Barron, Jimmy Carr, Dave Chappelle, Jim Jefferies, Michael McIntyre,…
The Illawarra Folk Club Inc. is a non-profit incorporated association formed in 1979 and presents the annual Illawarra Folk Festival at Bulli, Folk by the Sea at Kiama and regular folk music concerts throughout the year. The annual Illawarra Folk Festival held in mid-January is three exciting summer days of folk, world, roots, bluegrass and…
Merrigong Theatre Company manages the Wollongong Town Hall which is the city’s key civic and community venue and is located within Wollongong’s Arts Precinct. It comprises four meeting and performance spaces, including the 824-seat main auditorium. Smaller rooms are able to accommodate 30 to 270 people. The Wollongong Town Hall is suitable for a variety…
The Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC) is the region’s premier performing arts complex and is conveniently located in the Wollongong Arts Precinct. It is also home to The Social, a unique café and bar boasting an impressive al fresco space. Merrigong Theatre Company manages the IPAC and presents a variety of professional theatre productions. Visit…
The German Club is not your traditional club. It is a great place to come and enjoy a time of relaxation and to eat and drink the German way. The club was originally established as a place where German people went to find their own countrymen. A place where they could find something of what…
