FEATURE EVENTS
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URBAN WINE WALK Get ready, Wollongong — the Urban Wine Walk is back!🍷 Grab your crew for the ultimate afternoon of wine and good times! Join 300+ vino lovers as we wander the coolest venues, taste local wines, and meet the winemakers on this self-guided adventure! HOW IT WORKS Start your afternoon at your chosen venue with something to eat, then let the day unfold. Wander at your own pace, glass in hand, discovering hidden gems, tasting exceptional wines, meeting the makers behind the labels, and soaking up the atmosphere along the way. With a stellar line-up of winemakers, buzzing vibes at every stop, and a guaranteed sell-out crowd, the Urban Wine Walk is the ultimate self-guided tasting experience for you and your crew. PARTICIPATING VENUES & WINEMAKERS 1. Dagwood Ft. Jessop Wines (NSW) 2. Halfway Bar Ft. Via Pola Wines (NSW) 3. His Boy Elroy Ft. Majama Wines (NSW) 4. ilu ilu Bar Ft. Lambs Valley Wines (NSW) 5. Juniper Bar Ft. Samantha May Wines (NSW) 6. La La La's Ft. Abinett Wine (NSW) 7. Scoundrels Rest Ft. Glandore Wines (NSW) 8. The Illawarra Hotel Ft. Valhalla Wines (VIC)
R&B FEST Get ready to indulge in the ultimate Old School R&B experience that will leave you dancing all night long! 🕺💃 🎶 Our DJs are set to spin all your favourite R&B anthems, with our Host turning up the heat. Prepare for a throwback evening like no other with dancers, confetti showers, inflatable microphones and much more🎤✨ MUSIC POLICY: Expect to hear: All your favourite 90’s and 00’s R&B Anthems - SEAN PAUL • MISSY ELLIOT • FAT JOE • CASSIE • TWISTA • MASE • MYA • NEXT • MARIO • DONNELL JONES • JOE • AMERIE • KELIS • MARIAH CAREY • YING YANG TWINS • PRETTY RICKY • DRU HILL • JODECI • MS LAURYN HILL • USHER • TLC • ASHANTI • LUDACRIS • CIARA • NEYO • JA RULE • GINU WINE • EVE • MONICA • DESTINY'S CHILD and many more! IMPORTANT INFO: • This Is A DJ Club Night, The Artists Pictured In Our Event Artwork Are Not Performing • This Event Is 18+ (Adults Only) Tickets on sale now!
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
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.