Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) Acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Narrm, the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and to Elders of all First Nations communities that visit MCEC.

Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre

Render of Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre opening in 2026 on the Geelong Waterfront precinct.
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Melbourne Convention Exhibition Trust, operators of MCEC, are excited to announce that our new venue, Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, is now on sale and ready to be your event destination in 2026 and beyond.

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There’s more if you look beyond

Come and explore Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre, nestled by the waterfront just an hour's drive from Melbourne.

Nyaal Banyul is the perfect complement to its surrounding landscape and lively precinct embodying a distinct local charm you won't find anywhere else. Set to open its doors in 2026 with a 1000-seat theatre and 3700 square metres of welcoming space for a variety of events.

The venue is all about giving life to different events, from international and national conferences, exhibitions and entertainment events to local community gatherings.

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Render of the new Geelong Convention and Exhibition Centre precinct by Plenary Conventions consortium.