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Higher Mark at GMHBA Stadium

GMHBA Stadium, 370 Moorabool Street, South Geelong VIC, Australia

4.5 (2680)
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1000 Seated
2450 Standing
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Why you'll love Higher Mark at GMHBA Stadium

  • Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light.
  • Enjoy complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and free on-site parking for guests.
  • Largest event space in Regional Victoria.

WELCOME TO HIGHER MARK AT GMHBA STADIUM

Experience unmistakable Geelong hospitality with Higher Mark at Regional Victoria’s largest event venue GMHBA Stadium. The venue’s unique and versatile design offers sweeping floor-to-ceiling windows flooding with natural light, contemporary design features and stunning views over surrounding parklands, Geelong’s skyline and the playing field.

Higher Mark has 32 premium event spaces and can be adapted to suit all event size requirements with facilities for two to 2,450 guests. Make the most of the stadium event spaces or host your event on the hallowed turf. The sophisticated event spaces deliver the perfect venue for all types of events ranging from conferences, exhibitions, team building sessions, business meetings, to social functions, weddings and more.

Our experienced and dedicated culinary team offer a range of creative menus and use seasonal produce to bring your event to life. Our menu has been influenced by Geelong’s vibrant culinary scene and features local wines and beers.

Higher Mark is located in the heart of Geelong with Geelong CBD, public transport, and a range of accommodation facilities all within walking distance.

At Higher Mark, our ambition is to take your event to the next level. With ‘exceptional’ as a benchmark, delivering premium, tailored experiences for our clients is a priority. Allow us to work with you to achieve a Higher Mark in performance for your next event. Plan your upcoming events at GMHBA Stadium and allow us to transform your vision into reality.

 

In 2023, Higher Mark has received the following awards for our unmistakable Geelong hospitality: 

  • 2023 Victorian Venue Caterer of the Year (Gold) – Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
  • 2023 National Venue Caterer of the Year (Silver) – Restaurant & Catering Association Awards for Excellence
  • 2023 Business Event Venue of the Year (Bronze) – Victorian Tourism Awards
  • 2023 Restaurant & Catering Hostplus Awards for Excellence - 5 Plate Rating

 

Key Features:

  • Largest event space in Regional Victoria
  • Impressive 32 event spaces, all with natural light and views of either GMHBA Stadium playing field or surrounding parklands
  • Free on-site parking and accessible car parking
  • Complimentary Wi-fi
  • Dedicated culinary team with a focus on local suppliers
  • In house audio visual team
  • Day and night event options
  • Event management capabilities
  • Located 55 minutes from Melbourne International Airport or 25 minutes from Avalon Airport
  • Within walking distance to Geelong CBD and South Geelong Train Station
  • Close proximity to accommodation providers

Higher Mark at GMHBA Stadium Function Rooms

5 Spaces Available At This Venue
Alex Popescu

Alex Popescu

The level 2 function area situated in the Hickey Stand provides the ideal space for stand up cocktail functions or more casual events at GMHBA stadium. A well suited function room for both day and night events with the inclusion of mood lighting as-well as natural light. Bar facilities and the availability of two separate spaces enhance the versatility of the Alex Popescu Room. As one of the larger event spaces in the facility a pre function area supports and accommodates larger groups of guests adding to the ideal function space. Features Natural light Pre Function area Bar facilities Level 2 views overlooking Stadium Perfect space for cocktail events
230
500
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President’s Room

President’s Room

The President’s Room is the largest function and event area within the stadium and allows for the maximisation of people for larger events. The versatile, contemporary designed space with natural aesthetics includes multiple bar facilities, as well as four separate areas situated on Level 2 overlooking the turf with sweeping floor to ceiling windows. The light-filled pre-function areas support and accommodate larger functions and events, while multiple outdoor terraces offer beautiful breakout zone and also help ease crowds of guests, adding to the efficiency of this admirable function space. Features Largest events space in regional Victoria Four versatile, separate spaces Floor to ceiling windows Block out blinds available Inbuilt AV; large drop down screens and multiple plasmas throughout Multiple bar facilities Large pre-function areas Multiple outdoor terraces overlooking the surrounding parklands and Geelong skyline Level 2 views overlooking GMHBA Stadium Access to GMHBA Stadium seating bowl* Options to utilise Stadium superscreen and LED* Grand atrium entrance
1000
2450
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Club Chin Chin

Club Chin Chin

The Geelong Social Club is a stunning events space featuring modern design, wooden accents and natural decor. Catering for a variety of events, this space is located on Level 2, providing a superb view of the GMHBA Stadium ground. A part of the newest and largest event space in Victoria, in the Charles Brownlow Stand, the event space accommodates up to 600 guests whilst offering pre-function areas and terraces to support large groups or breakout zones. With a floor to ceiling view of the stadium, as well as access to stadium seating and the superscreen, this venue is designed to entertain. The multipurpose space also includes multiple bar facilities and four separate spaces, making it the perfect option for all group sizes. Features Largest events space in regional Victoria Four versatile, separate spaces Floor to ceiling windows Block out blinds available Inbuilt AV; large drop down screens and multiple plasmas throughout Multiple bar facilities Large pre-function areas Multiple outdoor terraces overlooking the surrounding parklands and Geelong skyline Level 2 views overlooking GMHBA Stadium Access to GMHBA Stadium seating bowl* Options to utilise Stadium superscreen and LED* Grand atrium entrance
300
600
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Executive Suites

Executive Suites

These executive suites located in the Premiership and Brownlow stands provide ease and flexibility to smaller functions and events. The private suites can accommodate up to 30 guests and also includes pre function and lounge areas on the third level of GMHBA Stadium. Floor to ceiling windows allow for top level views of the stadium as-well as the Geelong city skyline. Options to utilise the stadium super screen and have access to stadium seating are also available and made easier with bi-fold doors out to the stadium making the suites the perfect entertainer for smaller functions. Features Inbuilt AV (plasma only) Access to Stadium seating bowl* Options to utilise stadium super screen & LED* Pre function/lounge area Floor to ceiling windows with bi-fold doors
25
30
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Captains Room

Captains Room

The exclusive Captains Room is a stylish function area which can accommodate up to 400 guests on the third level of GMHBA Stadium. The exclusive Captains Room is a stylish function area which can accommodate up to 400 guests on the third level of GMHBA Stadium. The location of this space allows for views not just of the stadium, but of the city skyline. High ceilings incorporated with timber and light features add to the tasteful design of the room which includes bar facilities as-well as entertainment services. Access to stadium seating and the super screen complements the room’s ability to entertain allowing it to be the ultimate function area. FEATURES Floor to ceiling windows Block out blinds available High ceilings with timber ceiling Feature lighting Inbuilt AV; large drop down screen & multiple plasmas throughout Bar facilities Level 3 views overlooking Stadium & city skyline Access to Stadium seating bowl* Options to utilise stadium super screen & LED* Private entrance
320
400
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Angela Pyke

July 6, 2025

We visited as members of an interstate team. We were very impressed with the modern stadium. Great what they can do with the lights after goals etc. Seats were comfortable. Toilets were clean. Oh and the donuts were amazing. And our team won!

Jessa Mae Venuto

April 12, 2025

Decent sized stadium that feels modern and has great food options and great lighting for night games. Have been a few times and when entering and leaving haven’t had no issues as there are plenty of exits from any area seating. Would be great if they had MORE parking available. Great place to see a home game for Geelong Cats 🐱🤍💙

John Savopoulos

June 10, 2025

Great place to view AFL, especially when the Cats get the win! The redevelopment of the ground is outstanding and topped off by the new Selwood stand. Night games there have a great atmosphere.

richard kirkland

September 29, 2025

Fantastic cafe, great food at a good price. One of the best coffees around. Awesome seating area where you can look straight into the Geelong Cats Club room. We like to get there early when they just open on a day where the players rock up for work as they're always in the cafe getting their morning caffeine fix. Lovely atmosphere and lovely cafe staff. Go Cats....

Heath

August 18, 2025

Venue itself was great but the food was a big letdown, $22 for 4 tiny chicken nibbles and chips and $6 for out of date Pepsi. 😒

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