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.

Courtyard Meeting Room 1 or 2

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Choose Courtyard Meeting Room 1 or 2 for your next inspiring meeting or seminar. Bright and airy, they each adjoin the Courtyard space, which makes a great breakout area and adds a unique indoor-outdoor vibe. Courtyard Meeting Rooms offer complete comfort and flexibility with easily retractable walls - easily change the size of the space to meet your event needs.

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Capacity range

  • Theatre

    61 people

  • Classroom

    39 people

  • Cocktail

    62 people

  • Banquet

    30 people

  • Cabaret

    24 people

  • Boardroom

    24 people

  • U-shaped boardroom

    18 people

  • Event space

    75 sqm

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Room details

Room features

  • An abundance of natural light

  • Adjacent foyer for pre-event registration or catering

  • Accessible outdoor courtyard

  • Support of a dedicated event planner

  • Technical advice and support

  • Close to car park, taxi and ride share zones

Accessibility features

  • Room is on ground level

  • Accessible parking and lift at Door 10, Exhibition Centre Basement Car Park

  • Entry via automatic door, activated by push button

  • Guide dog friendly

  • Flexible seating available

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

  • Wide seats can be made available, depending on chosen room layout

  • 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

  • LCD presentation 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

Courtyard Meeting Room 1 or 2 are in the Exhibition Centre.

These spaces are accessible via the Convention Centre Place entrance, with Goldfields Café + Bar, courtyard and exhibition bays nearby.

Download the map for Courtyard Meeting Room 1 or 2
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