Event planning resources
Ready to start planning? Look no further! Our extensive resources, including our 360 virtual tours, guide you through every step — space selection, event promotion, wayfinding, catering, and security.
Floor plans and space capacities →
There's a space in MCEC to suit any style of event. Our floor plans and space capacities guide provides an overview of all rooms and spaces within the venue.
Operations manual →
This is the big one. Our Operations Manual provides all the information you need to know to plan and deliver your event at MCEC.
Technology guides →
MCEC is a future-proof venue with state-of-the-art AV, lighting and production capabilities, as well as sophisticated solutions for virtual and hybrid events.
Breakfast menu →
Start your day with a delicious breakfast. Spoil guests with plates bursting with native, local, and seasonal ingredients.
Conference menu →
Our new conference menu will refresh and inspire your delegates with delicious, well-balanced, inclusive options.
Cocktail menu →
Celebrate our city's vibrant community through an array of fun and delicious menu possibilities.
Gala menu →
Wow your guests with Victoria's vibrant culture in every bite—from elegant starters to delightful mains.
Loading docks and deliveries
MCEC has two loading docks, one for the Convention Centre and one for the Exhibition Centre. Both loading docks:
Are accessed from Normanby Road.
Do not allow vehicles to park at any time.
Have a 30-minute parking limit for drop-off/pick-up of goods during the move-in/move-out period.
To be accepted, all event deliveries must:
Be delivered by courier or freight forwarder to the loading docks.
Be received on-site by an exhibitor stand representative. We are unable to sign possession of goods on your behalf.
Have the correct delivery label attached. If you are an exhibitor or supplier, your event organiser will supply this.
The Convention Centre loading dock:
Is located on the lower ground level of the Convention Centre, download the MCC loading dock map [0.39mb] .
Is completely weather protected.
Allows vehicles to load and unload at floor level for the Plenary via three loading dock levellers.
Provides easy access to all levels of the Convention Centre via truck lift.
Download the Convention Centre loading dock delivery label [0.13mb]
For all MCC outbound freight please attach the following label to every item for collection from the loading dock:
Download the Convention Centre event freight pickup label [0.08mb]
The Exhibition Centre loading dock:
Is located at the rear of the Exhibition Centre, download the MEC loading dock map [0.49mb] .
Runs the full length of the building.
Allows traffic to flow in one direction only.
Download the Exhibition Centre loading dock delivery label [0.15mb]
Marketing opportunities guide →
You've booked your event with us, and now it's time to let people know. Connect with over three million potential attendees through our pre-event signage and digital marketing channels.
Event day signage guide →
Immerse, inform and inspire your audience with signage that makes a statement while your event is in venue. There are print and digital opportunities available in high-traffic locations throughout the venue.
MCEC Media library →
Our media library features images that can be used for promotional purposes. You can use these assets on your own channels to help build up hype for your event at MCEC. To get access, you'll need to register for an account.
Positive Impact Guide →
Learn how our team can amplify your event and showcase your support for inclusion, diversity, and sustainability through our community partners, eco-friendly resources, and Club Melbourne Ambassadors.
Sustainable Events Guide →
Explore the simple yet impactful ways we can help you infuse sustainability into every aspect of your event - from planning and execution to post-event.
First Nations Cultural Guide →
To help deliver impactful events and create meaningful engagement with the Traditional Owners of the land on which MCEC is built, we have developed a guide with cultural protocols to engage in relationships with Victoria's First Peoples.
Additional information
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