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.

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Melbourne Room 2

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Melbourne Room 2 is a spacious, stylish room well-suited to inspiring exhibitions. Its stunning interior and technical capabilities also make it an ideal choice for gala dinners, awards ceremonies or banquets. The room's foyer is available for registration, catering or drinks overlooking the city’s skyline.

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Last Call to Gala in Style

This is the room that brings the city inside — skyline views, big energy, and a backdrop made for bold celebrations. Our gala package? Three courses, four hours of drinks, and one iconic space from $149pp*. Awards nights, charity dinners, or end-of-year celebrations — they all belong here. Book before 30 September or watch the date vanish. *T&Cs apply.

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Capacity range

  • Theatre

    1116 people

  • Classroom

    432 people

  • Cocktail

    1007 people

  • Banquet

    700 people

  • Cabaret

    560 people

  • Event space

    1208 sqm

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Room details

Room features

  • Customisable lighting, audio and digital displays

  • Dressing rooms and cloaking facilities

  • Adjacent foyer space for pre-event registration and catering

  • Support of a dedicated event planner

  • Specialist lighting, vision, audio, multimedia and rigging support

Accessibility features

  • Room is on level 2 of Convention Centre with a lift access nearby

  • Accessible parking and lift at Door 6 and 10, Exhibition Centre Basement Car Park

  • Braille door signage

  • Entry via automatic door, activated by push button

  • Guide dog friendly

  • Hearing assisted devices available for hire

  • Flexible seating available

  • Wheelchair seating can be arranged, 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

Audio-visual features

Pre-installed audio-visual equipment:

  • Intelligent lectern with fixed microphones and presentation computer

  • High definition projector and screen

  • Vision control system

  • PA system for sound amplification

  • Audio control desk

  • Basic stage lighting with control

  • Multifunction touch panel

  • Large stage

Optional extras:

  • Wireless microphones

  • Display screens

  • Recording or streaming equipment

  • Lighting and rigging

  • Lectern branding

  • Wireless internet

Please note this space requires a minimum of two operators.

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