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No matter how big or small your event, Sydney Showground has the perfect venue for you. From the extraordinary Dome, which can be configured with the adjacent Halls to create over 21,000 square metres of space, to the uniquely Australian Clydesdale Room, we have the right venue for your needs.

Main Arena

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With a capacity of 15,000 for sporting events and up to 30,000 for concerts, the Main  Arena is the premier venue for major outdoor events. It also has eight function rooms with floor to ceiling city skyline views – perfect for banquets from 20 to 260 guests. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity - 15,000 seated

 

The Dome

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An architectural masterpiece, The Dome is one of the largest clear space venues in Australia, measuring 97 metres in diameter and 42 metres in height. It has 7,200 square metres of floor space, but when it is combined with the adjoining Halls, this can be expanded to 21,600 square metres. With state of the art AV and technology capabilities, rigging and easy loading dock access, The Dome is the ultimate venue for spectacular events on a grand scale. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 4,000 | Cocktail 6,000 | Theatre 7,000

Exhibition Halls 2, 3 and 4

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Located adjacent to The Dome, the Exhibition Halls are custom built to accommodate small and large trade shows. Each Hall offers 4,800 square metres and can be leased individually or opened up to create a much larger space. With 22 metre high ceilings and excellent loading dock access, logistics are a breeze. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity (Halls 2 & 3) | Banquet 2,200 | Cocktail 2,200 | Theatre 2,200
Venue capacity (Hall 4) | Banquet 2,600 | Cocktail 3,000 | Theatre 3,000

Badgery Pavilion

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A venue quite like no other the Badgery Pavilion is a white marquee styled building with a floor space of 2,540 square metres, perfect for a large banquet dinner. Capable of being opened up to utilise outside areas, the Badgery Pavilion is also a memorable setting for cocktail parties or any event requiring a striking venue. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 1,000 | Cocktail 1,400 | Theatre 1,400

Howie Complex

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Occupying two levels, with both indoor and outdoor capacity, this 2,230 square metre space is ideal for hosting a range of events, or serving as an overflow support area for the main exhibition halls. With a custom designed lawn space and tiered seating for 1,000, the Howie Complex is also the perfect venue for outdoor product demonstrations at trade shows. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 900 | Cocktail 1,100 | Theatre 1,100

 

Southee Complex

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A dramatic building with a sweeping quarter circle design, the Southee Complex is perfect for a gala dinner, cocktails or a corporate banquet. With its seminar and break-out rooms, the building is also an excellent conference venue. The adjacent courtyard is popular for pre-dinner drinks, entertainment, or as an ideal setting for a gourmet BBQ. The Southee Complex has 1,360 square metres of floor space and is situated on the two main access roads to The Showground. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 650 | Cocktail 1,000 | Theatre 800

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Perfect as a cocktail or small banquet venue for up to 80 guests, 1822 has floor to ceiling windows and ground access to outdoor seating and landscaped grounds. It has its own kitchen and easy vehicle access for bump in/out. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 80 | Cocktail 170 | Theatre 160

 

Charley Room

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A popular venue for team building sessions, AGMs, or banquet dinners for up to 200, The Charley Room enjoys natural light, and an outdoor balcony with views across the Main Arena. Arrange personalised messaging for your guests on the electronic scoreboard, and make sure that your next function at the Charley Room is a memorable one. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity | Banquet 200 | Cocktail 300 | Theatre 250

 

Playfair Room

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A second and slightly smaller option for banquets and meetings, the Playfair Room is perfect for the more intimate business event. The Playfair Room also enjoys natural light and access to balconies. Contact us now to find out more.

Venue capacity| Banquet 250 | Cocktail 250 | Theatre 250

Clydesdale Room at The Stables

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The Stables plays permanent host to the iconic Australian bush outfitters, R.M.Williams.
On the mezzanine level, the Clydesdale Room is a beautiful and uniquely Australian function space perfect for cocktail functions, weddings or special events of any kind. With exposed timber beams, natural light and hardwood floors, this is a venue that both you and your guests will remember. Contact us now to find out more.

Visitors can also tour the ground floor of The Stables, and visit the R.M. Williams store. For more information click here to go to the attractions page.

Venue capacity | Banquet 150 | Cocktail 200 | Theatre 100

The Amphitheatre

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This striking amphitheatre is ideal for intimate concerts, product launches or any event which requires a venue with a difference. Adjacent to the Amphitheatre is the beautiful landscaped Presidents Lawn, shaded by majestic Morton Bay figs and umbrellas, which provides a perfect place for breakfast, lunch or a cocktail party in conjunction with your principle event.

Venue capacity | Tiered seating 1,000 | Stage 89sqm with an additional extendable 46sqm

Wynne Pavilion

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Set in a landscaped environment, the single storey Wynne Pavilion is decidedly a unique building. Architecturally the building is striking and is ideal for intimate functions as well as smaller conferences, workshops, boutique displays and commercial outlets. The additional circular room can also be
used as a breakout room or catering area.

Venue capacity | Banquet 190 | Cocktail 400 | Theatre 300 | Classroom 160