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FEATURE EVENTS
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ILLAWARRA HAWKS NBL27 HAWKS ARE BACK AND SO ARE WE! Catch every Hawks Away Game with us at The Illa - The Official Home of Watch Parties! - Big Screens - Great Atmosphere - Food & Bev Specials - Hawks Fever and more!! Book Your Table and let's get behind our Hawks!!
YOURS & OWLS 2026 Coming to The Illa on Sunday 4th October!! 1 city. 15 Stages. 74 bands. Your ticket gets you access to pop-up acts in carparks, laneways, garages and so much more. It's going to be a day unlike any other. Limited 2nd release tix on sale now
🎉 Bed By 10: The Ultimate 30+ Clubbing Experience! 🎉 THE EVENT THAT ALWAYS SELLS OUT Fancy going out for a dance but not keen on sacrificing the next day? We've got you covered! Bed By 10 is a chance for ravers over 30 to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s & early 2000s clubbing scene! Expect crazy visuals, confetti showers, Co2 cannons and more as our resident DJ spins all the club classics 🚀 Venue: Illawarra Hotel, 160-164 Keira St, Wollongong NSW 2500, Australia Time: 4pm - 9pm Last Entry: 5.30pm Good vibes only! Our event is designed for those who love to dance, socialize, and enjoy great music—all while being home and in bed by 10PM✨
HALLOW WEEK 🎃 FIVE NIGHTS OF FRIGHTS at The Illa.... We’re taking Halloween and stretching it across 5 huge nights of parties, DJs, costumes and spooky good times. 🩸 TUE 27/10 — HALLOWEEN DISCO BINGO Hosted by Mick. Free to play. Silent Disco VIP Line Skip Giveaways. Best Dressed Prizes + more. 🎧 THU 29/10 — HALLOW EVE’S EVE: SILENT DISCO 3 channels. One huge night. Free Vodka Redbulls for the first 100 in Costume. Best Dressed Bar Tab. A cult favourite. 🔪 FRI 30/10 — FREAKY FRIDAY Hallow Eve with RNB DJs. Free entry. Free Vodka Redbulls for the first 100 in Costume. Best Dressed Bar Tab. Non-Stop dancefloor. 🎃 SAT 31/10 — HALLOWEEN PARTY The Official Halloween Party. DJs all night. Free entry. Drink Specials. Free Vodka Redbulls for the first 100 in Costume. Best Dressed Mega Prize up for grabs. Not to be missed!! 👻 SUN 1/11 — SOCIAL SUNDAYS: SUNDAY SCARIES 360 DJ Booth. Free entry. Drink Specials. Best Dressed Free Drinks Giveaway Dress up. Get spooky. Bring the crew.
MELBOURNE CUP MARQUEE PARTY The race that stops the nation deserves a celebration to match. This year, we're reimagining Melbourne Cup at The Illawarra Hotel with an elegant Marquee Party — bringing together the glamour of Cup Day with luxe social atmosphere. Enjoy a premium cocktail-style experience featuring roaming gourmet canapés, interactive food stations, premium beverages, live entertainment, sweeps, Fashions on the Field, and all the racing action live on the big screens. Whether you're gathering with friends, colleagues or clients, our Marquee Party offers the perfect mix of style, great food, entertainment and unforgettable race-day celebrations. What to Expect: - A Roaming Gourmet Canapé Menu - A Social Marquee Experience - Luxe Race-Day Celebration - Premium Cocktail Event - Live Entertainment - Sweep Stakes - Catwalk with Fashion on the Fields ++ More It's nothing like you've ever experienced in Wollongong. This will be a day to be remembered! Two Package Options Available: Marquee Ruby - $110pp including Entry and Gourmet Canapés Package OR Marquee Diamond - $160pp including Entry, Gourmet Canapés and 3hr Beverage Package Tickets are limited. Get yours today.
HOLA MARGARITA Grab your mates and set off on Hola Margarita! – a self-guided Margarita fiesta through Wollongong's best bars. From classic sips to bold, creative twists, each venue brings its own take on everyone’s favourite tequila cocktail. Whether you’re a margarita tragic or just chasing a fun-filled afternoon, this multi-venue festival is all about great Margs, great venues and even better vibes! HOW IT WORKS Start your day with a bite at your chosen venue using your complimentary $10 Food Voucher, then hit the trail with your Margarita vouchers in hand. Wander from bar to bar at your own pace – where you stop (and sip) is completely up to you! Tickets won’t last long, so secure yours now and get ready for an afternoon bursting with flavour and fun. VENUES + SIGNATURE MARGARITAS 🍋🟩 Juniper Bar Ft. Grapefruit Margarita // Gin, Triple Sec, Grapefruit Cordial, Lime Juice 🍋🟩 Scoundrels Rest Ft. Frozen Coconut & Mango Margarita // Blanco Tequila, Coconut, Mango, Lime 🍋🟩 The Illawarra Hotel Ft. Jalapeño Agave Marg // Smith Street Triple Sec, Tequila, House-made Jalapeño Agave Syrup, Lime Juice, Jalapeño Salt 🍋🟩 La La La's Ft. Classic Margarita // Tequila Blanco, Triple Sec, Fresh Lime, Agave 🍋🟩 Howlin' Wolf Ft. Smoky Mezcal Margarita // Mezcal Medley, Smith St Distilling Triple Sec, Agave, Lime TICKET OPTIONS 3 x Margarita Vouchers + $10 Food Voucher* - $65 + Booking Fee 4 x Margarita Vouchers + $10 Food Voucher* - $80 + Booking Fee 5 x Margarita Vouchers + $10 Food Voucher* - $92.50 + Booking Fee
NYE BLOCK PARTY 2026 Our FAMOUS NYE Block Party returns for its fifth year, and our hugely popular VIP Tickets are back! Nobody likes waiting in long lines on New Year's Eve. If you want to spend more time celebrating and less time queuing, our strictly limited VIP Tickets are the perfect way to make the most of your night. Join us for Wollongong's biggest New Year's Eve celebration and enjoy: 🎆 Midnight Fireworks 🎧 Silent Disco Stage on Market Street featuring 3 DJ channels under the stars 🔊 Loud & Live Stage in the Courtyard ⭐ VIP TICKET INCLUSIONS ⭐ Your VIP Ticket includes: ✅ Express Entry at your selected arrival time ✅ Pass Out Privileges throughout the event ✅ Free Headphone Hire included with your ticket ✅ Skip the queues on Market street for priority bar service and maximise your NYE experience Strictly limited VIP Tickets available. Once sold out, no additional VIP tickets will be released. General Admission • General Admission tickets available at the door on the night. • FREE ENTRY before 6:00 PM!! Courtyard open from 5:00pm // Market Street open from 6:00pm (no pass outs permitted). Ring in the New Year like a VIP. Secure your VIP Ticket now and enjoy an exclusive New Year's Eve experience featuring premium hospitality, a vibrant atmosphere, and the best seat in the house for the countdown.