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.

Clarendon Room D

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Versatile space well-suited for a range of meetings, seminars and workshops, from small to medium. Clarendon Room D serves as an excellent breakout area when paired with the Clarendon Auditorium.

Download our floor plans and space capacities guide [9mb]
Conference or meeting room with orange chairs set up in rows facing a large projector screen with a strip of windows sitting behind at eye level. A lectern sits to the right of the screen.
Conference or meeting room with orange chairs set up in rows facing a lectern.
Conference or meeting room with orange chairs set up in rows facing a large projector screen with a strip of windows sitting behind at eye level. A lectern sits to the right of the screen.

Capacity range

  • Theatre

    90 people

  • Classroom

    45 people

  • Cocktail

    87 people

  • Banquet

    60 people

  • Cabaret

    48 people

  • Boardroom

    30 people

  • U-shaped boardroom

    30 people

  • Event space

    105 sqm

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Room details

Room features

  • Adjacent foyer for pre-event registration and catering

  • Support of a dedicated event planner

  • Technical advice and support

  • Close to public transport and parking

Accessibility features

  • Room on level 1 of Exhibition Centre with lift access nearby

  • Accessible parking and lift at Door 1, Exhibition Centre Basement Car Park

  • Guide dog friendly

  • Flexible seating available

  • Wheelchair seating can be arranged, depending on chosen room layout

  • Seats with armrests available, depending on setup chosen

  • Stage ramp or stage lift available, depending on chosen stage setup and room layout

  • Wheelchair accessible toilets nearby

  • Ambulant toilets nearby

  • Prams and strollers allowed

Technology features

Pre-installed technology:

  • Intelligent lectern with fixed microphones and presentation computer

  • High definition projector and screen

  • PA system for sound amplification

  • Basic stage lighting with control

  • Multifunction touch panel

Optional extras:

  • Wireless microphones

  • Display screens

  • Recording or streaming equipment

  • Lectern branding

  • Wireless internet

Please note this space includes 30 minutes of pre-event technical assistance.

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Room location

Clarendon Room D is located on Level 1 of the Exhibition Centre.

As referenced in its name, this space is accessible via the Clarendon Street entrance, with Shed Café, meeting and breakout rooms nearby.

Download the Clarendon Room D map
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