Maximise Your Exhibition and Tradeshow Experience
At the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC), we specialise in hosting dynamic tradeshows and exhibitions that captivate and engage your audience. Our expansive exhibition centre is designed to accommodate a variety of events, from huge tradeshows to tailored consumer exhibitions. With over 10,000 square metres of versatile ground floor area, GCCEC is the best venue choice, offering an array of spaces set against the backdrop of our stunning cityscape. The Centre’s multipurpose rooms and adjustable walls ensure a customisable experience, perfect for creating the ideal layout for any event. Our state-of-the-art audio visual setup and comprehensive event packages, including event planning, and event catering, , elevate your event experience, making it both memorable and impactful.
Beyond the physical space, GCCEC prides itself on delivering exceptional service in every aspect of event organisation. From the initial planning stages through to execution, our dedicated team offers tailored support, including technology solutions and catering options, to ensure your expo or tradeshow meets your exact standards. GCCEC’s flexible event spaces and our commitment to excellence in event services make us the ideal exhibition centre for your next event. Our approach to meticulous attention to detail guarantee that each exhibition, tradeshow, or conference not only meets but exceeds expectations, setting a new standard for events on the Gold Coast.
Explore our event spaces below.
Rooms & Configurations
Key:
W/S = With Stage N/S = No Stage N/S/D = No Stage or Dancefloor
pax = Person m2 = Metre Squared
Arena 1
Theatre (W/S)
2500 people
Classroom (W/S)
580 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
55 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
700 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
900 people
Despite its large seating capacity, the unique design creates an intimate space, admired by delegates and presenters alike. The centrepiece is your presenter and every delegate has a perfect view of the stage.
Arena 1A And Arena 1B
Theatre (W/S)
1250 people
Classroom (W/S)
291 people
Banquet (N/S/D)
330 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
450 people
- Plenary suitable for 1250 delegates auditorium-style
- Custom-designed technology solutions and support
- Free Wifi for browsing, up to 3000 users
- Multipurpose room with adjustable walls and retractable seating to allow flat floor space for dinners, cocktail parties and exhibitions
Full Arena
Theatre (W/S)
6020 people
Classroom (W/S)
1620 people
Boardroom
157 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
120 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
1640 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
2600 people
- Suitable for 6020 delegates auditorium-style
- Custom-designed technology and support
- Free Wifi for browsing, up to 3000 users
- Multipurpose room with adjustable walls and retractable seating allowing a flat floor space for banquet dinners and exhibitions.
Arena 2
Theatre (W/S)
3500 people
Classroom (W/S)
930 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
70 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
1020 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
1280 people
- Suitable for 3500 delegates auditorium-style
- Custom-designed technology solutions and support
- Free Wifi for browsing, up to 3000 users
- Multipurpose room with adjustable walls and retractable seating to allow a flat floor space for dinners, cocktail parties and exhibitions.
Central Rooms
Theatre (W/S)
1360 people
Classroom (W/S)
714 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
55 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
800 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
1070 people
- Suitable for 1360 delegates theatre-style
- Custom-designed technology and support
- Free Wifi for browsing, up to 3000 users
- Also suitable for banquet dinners up to 500 guests and 50 exhibition booths
Halls 1 to 4
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
330 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
4600 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
6245 people
- Suitable for exhibitions for 50 to 330 trade booths
- Custom-designed technology solutions and support
- Free Wifi for browsing, up to 3000 users
- Multipurpose room with walls that can be adjusted to suit the size of your exhibition
Halls 1 and 2
Classroom (W/S)
2080 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
170 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
2390 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
3270 people
- Suitable for dinners of 2390 or cocktail functions for up to 3270 people
- Custom-designed technology and support
- Free Wi-Fi and browsing, up to 3000 users
Halls 3 and 4
Classroom (W/S)
1920 people
Exhibition Booths (3m²)
156 booths
Banquet (N/S/D)
2210 people
Cocktail (1pax/1m²)
3000 people
- Suitable for dinners of 2210 or cocktail functions for up to 3000 people
- Custom-designed technology and support
- Free Wi-Fi and browsing, up to 3000 users
Want to see more? Take a look around our venue.
Virtual Floor Plan
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Virtual Tour
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Event Toolkit
The tools you need for your next conference or event.