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Three Tips for Planning a Meeting or Small Event

By Bree Pagliuso|

The buzz of hosting events at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) is unmatched. Whether it’s a strategy session, workshop, or team gathering, we’re here to help.

Hosting a Meeting or Small Event in Melbourne ?

At MCEC, we know the little details make the biggest difference. With seamless planning and expert support, we’ll bring your vision to life.

Here are three tips to help you plan a meeting or smaller event that stands out:

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Focus on What Matters Most

It might sound simple, but knowing your must-haves upfront can make all the difference.

Ask yourself: What’s non-negotiable for your event? Is it natural light to energise the room? A standout menu to wow attendees? Or flawless tech for seamless presentations?

The details matter because they’re what attendees remember. Share your priorities with us early, and we’ll make them happen.

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Embrace Tech for Smarter Meetings

Our in-house production team delivers expertise and cutting-edge tools to elevate your event. From custom lighting to broadcast-quality video, we’ve got you covered.

Need to connect beyond the room?

Our advanced virtual and hybrid capabilities make engaging attendees seamless, whether in person or across the globe.

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Stay Connected with Your Sales Executive

Your Sales Executive is your go-to guide, helping you every step of the way. From the initial planning stages to event day, they’ll navigate all the details—including tech, setup, and any last-minute changes.

For smaller events (under 500 attendees), this one-on-one support is a game-changer. Have questions, ideas, or concerns? Don’t hesitate—your Sales Executive is here to make your experience stress-free and seamless.

Curious?

Let’s make it happen. At MCEC, our meeting rooms are ready to host your team’s next big idea and drive forward thinking.

When emails aren’t enough

From strategy sessions to team huddles, we offer spaces designed for ideas worth meeting over—complete with the tools, tech, and support you need.

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Small Cantilevered Room

Accommodating up to 63 people, our Small Cantilevered Room offers stylish interiors and floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning views of the Yarra River.

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Small Meeting Room

Small Meeting Rooms accommodate up to 70 people for business meetings, presentations, cocktail events or dinners. Connect adjacent rooms for more space.

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Medium Meeting Room

Maximise productivity in our Medium Meeting Rooms. Perfect for business meetings, presentations or dinners. Foyer space available.

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Large Meeting Room

Large Meeting Rooms are ideal for business meetings, presentations or dinners. Accommodate up to 234 people. Foyer available for registration and catering.

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Clarendon Room

Clarendon Room offers stunning panoramic views of Melbourne's skyline and state-of-the-art technology for events accommodating up to 100 people.

A spacious conference room with tables and chairs arranged for a meeting facing two large screens at the front of the room. Large floor to ceiling windows are to one side of the room.
Clarendon Room A and B Combined

Accessed via the Clarendon Street entrance, these rooms offer tech, natural light and foyer for small-medium events. Choose from various setups.

A meeting or conference room with tables and chairs arranged in a u-shaped boardroom configuration. The tables and chairs are facing a large projector screen and lectern both which have MCEC branding displayed on it.
Clarendon Room C

A highly flexible space that is ideal for small to medium-scale meetings and workshops. Perfect as a breakout area with Clarendon Auditorium.

A conference or meeting room with arranged round tables and chairs for meetings or discussions. The tables focus around facing a large projector screen at the front of the room with a lectern to the left side. A strip of windows that sit at eye level run along side the far wall.
Clarendon Room D and E Combined

Clarendon Rooms D and E Combined offer ideal space for medium-scale meetings and workshops. With flexible layouts and lots of natural light.

A conference or meeting room featuring a spacious boardroom layout equipped with a sizable screen and comfortable chairs for attendees. A lectern also sits in the corner to the left of the screen next to a large floor to ceiling window.
Clarendon Room F

Great for small to medium size meetings, this minimalist space has ample natural light. Easily create an inspiring atmosphere for your next event.

Enquire now

Interested in hosting your next event at MCEC? Find out more about how we can bring your event to life.

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