Event Venues

Looking for the perfect venue for your next meeting, conference, reception, workshop, seminar, or exhibition? Host your event at Melbourne Connect, where innovation meets collaboration.

Submit an event enquiry or download the venue guide. See below for information for events venues and catering options.

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Celebrate the End of Year in Style at The Oculus with Atlantic Group

Discover an exceptional event experience at The Oculus, the stunning outdoor venue at Melbourne Connect.

As the exclusive hospitality partner for the Melbourne Connect precinct, Atlantic Group invites you to host your next celebration in this iconic setting.

Our all-inclusive event packages are designed to make your end-of-year celebration effortless and memorable. Choose between an Italian-inspired grazing station or a selection of chef-crafted canapés, both complemented by a Gelato Cart and your choice of a premium beverage package.

Enjoy the atmosphere with live music while everything else is taken care of — including stylish furniture, décor, logistics, and the beautiful Science Gallery Melbourne as a wet weather solution. It’s a seamless, stress-free experience that allows you and your guests to simply relax and celebrate.

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The Superfloor The 3,600sqm Superfloor is a premier innovation hub and event venue, bringing together researchers, startups, and industry leaders. Designed by Woods Bagot, this dynamic space fosters collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange at Melbourne Connect.

Meeting Rooms Melbourne Connect offers 16 bookable meeting rooms on the Superfloor, accommodating 4 to 32 people. Each room features integrated AV and video conferencing for seamless collaboration.

The Forum The Forum is a highly versatile space for up to 400 people in theatre style, 200 for dining, or three smaller rooms of 100. Ideal for seminars, presentations and workshops, it offers premium conference facilities.

The Launch Pad The Launch Pad is a vibrant space for creating, prototyping, pitching, and testing. As the Superfloor’s focal point, it hosts a dynamic mix of events and activations on an ever-evolving canvas. Its central open-plan design fosters ideation and knowledge sharing across the precinct community, The University of Melbourne and diverse industries.

The Studio The Studio is a high-traffic space on the ground floor of Melbourne Connect, featuring tiered seating for up to 70 people. Designed for collaboration, it serves as a dynamic venue for workshops, hackathons, and group activities.

Womin-Djerring At the heart of Melbourne Connect lies an open-air oculus, known as Womin-Djerring (Come Together). This central space is surrounded by laneways, creating a connection between the public and the precinct.

Science Gallery Theatre This versatile theatre space features state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities, perfect for everything from workshops to intimate dinners. As a blank canvas it allows you to innovate and create a memorable experience with moveable curtains, numerous rigging points, staging equipment, and special-effect lighting.

Science Gallery, Ground Floor Galleries Elevate your event and takeover the entire Ground Floor at Science Gallery Melbourne for your next cocktail function. Invite your guests to view our current exhibitions, this experience encapsulates the heart of Melbourne’s diverse arts and culture scene. Host your event in a space where art and science intersect.

Science Gallery, Western Gallery Ideal for cocktail functions and seated lunches or dinners. Step into the Western Gallery, a light-filled space with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Swanston Street. This open space houses a flagship exhibition artwork, which makes it an extraordinary choice for events.

Curated Catering Solutions

Looking to enhance your next meeting or event with delectable offerings? Our hospitality partner, Atlantic Group®, brings a creative culinary touch to every occasion.

With expertly crafted menus and set packages, they’re committed to making your gathering memorable.

Located within the Melbourne Connect precinct, Atlantic Group® offers a comprehensive catering solution for events of all sizes. Their professional team ensures every detail is taken care of—from thoughtfully designed menus to innovative onsite experiences.

Atlantic Group® also offers a selection of weekly menus, sandwiches, hot beverages, and a variety of drinks at The Superfloor Café and The Science Gallery Café.

To explore their latest menus and packages, contact Atlantic Group® at mc-catering@atlanticgroup.com.au.

All profits support The University of Melbourne’s ongoing research and innovation.

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