Exhibitions and Tradeshows

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
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