The exterior of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
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Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre

This multi-million dollar architectural delight hosts over one thousand events each year
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  • South Wharf
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Time Out says

Built on the banks of the Yarra River in South Wharf, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is an innovative precinct for the city’s premier events.

Opening in 1996, the centre has since undergone multi-million dollar developments to become the innovative 70,000-square-metre space that it is today. With a strong focus on sustainability, MCEC was the first convention centre in the world to be awarded a six-star Green Star environmental rating.

The centre hosts more than 1,000 events each year, ranging from corporate meetings and large-scale exhibitions to spectacular concerts, charity galas and international speakers. It’s even home to Australia’s first digital immersive art gallery, the Lume.

On-site bars and cafes, a range of accessibility features and secure underground parking are available. Plus, the centre has private internal walkways connecting visitors to the Pan Pacific Melbourne and Novotel hotels, which makes it a great place to stay following an event or to explore all that Melbourne has to offer – including the nearby Crown precinct and DFO South Wharf.

Details

Address
1 Convention Centre Pl
South Wharf
Melbourne
3006
Transport:
Nearby stations: Flinders Street; Southern Cross

What’s on

Good Food and Wine Show

The annual Good Food and Wine Show – now in its 25th year! – is returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre from May 30 to June 1 for a globally diverse foodtopia of epic proportions. You’ll get to hear from hundreds of local makers, producers and growers from across the country; see and meet your fave chefs; taste fabulous wines that you can take home; and the best part: eat! There'll be more than 300 exhibitors showcasing the best in local and international cuisine this year. From Italian arancini and Greek loukoumades to candy and condiments, the show is set to be a food lover's heaven and the perfect opportunity to expand your culinary horizons. Over at the main stage, a stellar line-up of celebrity chefs will share their top secrets via live demonstrations, including Miguel Maestre, George Calombaris, Shannon Bennett and Kirsten Tibballs. Also featuring on the jam-packed program is a chocolate appreciation masterclass, interactive wine tastings and cheese pairings, and the new Sonos Sound Bar – a curated line-up of expert-led sessions set to the ambient sounds of Era 100 and Era 300 Premium Smart Speakers. It all goes down at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in South Wharf, so grab your ticket and a friend to tag along. You can buy tickets here. There's lots more happening around Melbourne this month – check out the best things to do here. 
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