Experience Melbourne
Attending an event at MCEC? You're in for a treat! While you're here, dive into Melbourne's celebrated foodie culture, vibrant art, and lively music scene. With endless entertainment options, this city is where ideas are shared with the world. You'll never run out of things to do!
Skyline Melbourne Ferris Wheel
A new Ferris Wheel has landed just outside our venue, with views of the CBD skyline and our iconic venue. This wheel of fun is here until September. Paired with a nine-hole mini golf course and a very Melbourne dining space, there's fun for everyone.
What’s on
Ever had that feeling where you just can't stop reliving an amazing experience? You've come to the right place! Check out our What's On listings and discover events for every mood, curiosity, and taste. From the Melbourne Art Fair to Comic Con, we have it all!
The Formula 1 Exhibition Melbourne
From championship-winning cars and rare memorabilia to racing simulators and an exclusive Australian gallery, this is the ultimate F1® fan experience. Now’s your chance to register and join the waitlist for Melbourne’s first official Formula 1® Exhibition.
South Wharf dining
Explore South Wharf’s vibrant dining scene, where diverse cuisine meets trendy bars in historic sheds. Enjoy riverside cocktails and gourmet meals just outside MCEC. For a quick bite, the DFO food court offers delicious options on the go.
DFO South Wharf
Shop till you drop at DFO South Wharf, right next door! With 180+ top brands offering up to 70% off, score deals on high-end and mid-range fashion. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bustling food court, and ample discounted parking. Open daily from 10am - 6pm; it's a shopper's paradise!
Discover Victoria
Explore beyond our precinct! Melbourne/Narrm is your gateway to Victoria's wonders. Discover sweeping coastlines, lush forests, wineries, and mountains for skiing, hiking, and more. Drive the breathtaking Great Ocean Road or sip world-class wine in the Yarra Valley.
Spring’s Here. Let’s Go!
A family guide to Melbourne’s best season with MCEC as your launchpad. Spring in Melbourne? It hits different. The skies are brighter, the festivals are louder, and there’s always something fun hiding around the next corner. Think blossoms, Ferris wheels, markets, food trucks, mini golf, concerts, and plenty to keep little hands (and big imaginations) busy.
Kids Day Out is Back!
What’s your perfect Good Friday? If it involves endless fun, big smiles, and a whole lot of discovery, then you’re in the right place. Kids Day Out returns to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on Friday, 18 April, and it’s set to be bigger, brighter, and more exciting than ever.
Made in Melbourne: Subtle Tea
Melbourne doesn’t do ordinary. From coffee to cocktails, we like our drinks like we like our culture—vibrant, full of character, and no hidden nasties. And when it comes to a refreshing, ready-to-drink sip, Subtle Tea is shaking things up, one can at a time.
How Do You Spend 24 Hours in Melbourne?
What to do in a city that has it all? In a city bursting with experiences, it can be tough to decide, so we created a list of must-dos so you can make the most of your brief visit, tailored perfectly for your conference arrival in Melbourne.
A New Connection Has Brewed: Welcome Padre Coffee to MCEC
Just like you, we take our coffee seriously. That's why we're excited to welcome Melbourne's own Padre Coffee to MCEC!