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A Wimpy Kid Show Like No Other

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Hot Mess Show is rolling into Melbourne. Think beach holidays gone wrong, top-secret meatballs and big laughs as Jeff Kinney brings the chaos live to MCEC. Be part of this family-friendly chaos.

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Accessibility Checklist for Your Event

This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we are taking a moment to reflect on what true inclusion means and why it matters.

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Community Partner: Inside the Good Friday Appeal’s Kids Day Out

On Good Friday, there’s a certain buzz that takes over Melbourne. And it’s not just the rides, showbags, or the smell of freshly baked hot cross buns pulling families in. It’s the feeling that, today, fun and generosity go hand in hand.

What Do Gen Z Want From Their Events?

Gen Z craves real connection. Here’s what that means for the future of live events and why it matters for your next one at MCEC. We’ve all made the same assumption: Gen Z lives online. Born into a world of high-speed internet, smartphones, and social media, they’re digital natives, always on, always scrolling.

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Oz Feline Fair & CATstravaganza!

The cats are coming and it’s going to be a CATstravaganza. This May, our venue is turning into the ultimate playground for cat lovers of all kinds. From show-stopping pedigrees to handmade treasures, cosplay, competitions, and one seriously famous judge, Oz Feline Fair & CATstravaganza is here to celebrate everything feline – and then some.

5 Ways to Turn Your Next Meeting into a Launchpad for the Next Big Idea

Big ideas don’t happen by accident. Whether it’s a strategy day, planning session or creative reset, how your team meets makes all the difference.

Making Green Moves at MCEC

If it’s been a while since your last visit, you’ll notice a few changes when you’re here next. We’re making strides in sustainability, supporting local, cutting waste, and backing smart solutions that make a real impact.

Made in Melbourne: Subtle Tea

Melbourne doesn’t do ordinary. From coffee to cocktails, we like our drinks like we like our culture—vibrant, full of character, and no hidden nasties. And when it comes to a refreshing, ready-to-drink sip, Subtle Tea is shaking things up, one can at a time.

How Green Is Your Stand?

Thinking about sustainability for your next exhibition stand? From the materials you use to the way you manage leftovers; a few smart swaps can make a big difference.

For Ideas Worth Meeting Over

Planning an offsite? Let’s be real—how much fun was the last one? Did your team walk away buzzing with ideas? Were there aha moments…or just awkward silences. What if you could host an offsite that your team actually get excited about?