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Exceptional Events Begin in Cairns

Planning an event at the Cairns Convention Centre is seamless, flexible and fully supported. Whether you’re organising a conference, gala dinner, exhibition or business meeting, our experienced team is here to help you bring your vision to life.

Explore our range of purpose-built rooms and spaces, or get in touch with us for tailored guidance on designing an event that fits your needs – and exceeds expectations.

Aerial view of the Cairns Convention Centre with its curved, glass-accented architecture, surrounded by roads and greenery, with city buildings and the sea visible at sunset

Rooms and Spaces

Rooms and Spaces

CAPACITY CHARTS FLOORPLANS Auditorium The Auditorium at the Cairns Convention Centre is perfect for plenary meetings in tiered...

A large indoor event space on the mezzanine level of the Cairns Convention Centre, featuring several booths and people interacting. The room has large windows letting in natural light and a green carpeted floor. Booths include one with a yellow and white striped awning, another labeled 'Claimrnest,' and others in the background. Attendees are walking, talking, and engaging with booth representatives in a lively, busy atmosphere

Conventions

A Premier Convention Venue in Tropical North Queensland Purpose-built for conferences and conventions, the Cairns Convention Centre is an ideal convention venue...

The image is situated in meeting rooms of the Cairns Convention Centre, with an audience seated and facing a panel of speakers at the front. The event is titled 'Women in Corrosion Breakfast,' as shown on the projection screen. A speaker stands at a podium addressing the audience. The room features white walls, ceiling lights, and ceiling-mounted projectors

Meetings and Seminars

Professional Spaces Designed for Productive Sessions Cairns Convention Centre has several multi-functional rooms of various sizes available for meetings,...

Functions and Gala Dinners

Exceptional Spaces For Unforgettable Events Whether you’re planning a black-tie gala, corporate function, awards night or charity fundraiser, the Cairns...

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Exhibitions

A Flexible, Full-Service Exhibition Venue The Cairns Convention Centre has numerous options that are ideal for your exhibition or trade show...

Concerts and Entertainment

Cairns' Leading Venue For Unforgettable Live Experiences Looking for a venue that’s made for live energy? From large-scale concerts and sporting events to...

VR Tours

Our virtual tours provide you with the opportunity to explore the rooms and spaces at the Cairns Convention Centre. Take a virtual scroll through the flexible spaces across the Centre. If you have...

Slices of seared tuna with pink centers and dark seared edges, topped with mang and microgreens, served on a white plate

Menus

Executive Chef David Hart With a passion for using only the best seasonal produce and a food philosophy of simple, fresh and local, Executive Chef, David Hart, has developed a menu...

Cairns Convention Centre Staff member operating the sound and audio system with a Gala Dinner in the background. Lots of green lights and people.

Audio Visual and IT

The Cairns Convention Centre features state-of-the-art AV equipment, with exceptional AV integration across all venue rooms. This setup offers remarkable flexibility to meet even...

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Car Park

Parking at Cairns Convention Centre The Cairns Convention Centre offers 239 undercover parking spaces, including 7 designated disabled car parking bays. Access to our car park is via Sheridan...

Entrance to the Cairns Convention Centre including stairs and lift. A large electronic, digital sign welcome guests.

Accessibility

DROP OFF AND PICKUP ZONESThe Cairns Convention Centre has two drop-off and pick-up points:Porte Cochere off Wharf Street – closest entry to the Convention CentreHartley Street – closest entry to...

Event Funding Support

Funding support maybe available for your event hosted at the Cairns Convention Centre. State and Federal Funding Programs Tourism and Events Queensland and Tourism Australia both offer...