Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre
30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia
Located just minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) is one of the largest sports and event facilities in the Southern Hemisphere. MSAC has a world-class reputation for hosting events. Whether it is a local competition or an international event, MSAC has the facilities and experience to ensure your event is a success. From gala dinners on the centre show court to poolside product launches, concerts, product launches, tradeshows, corporate team-building days and outstanding conferences, MSAC can provide the perfect setting for your next event.
Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre Function Rooms

Champions Room
The Champions Room is one of our largest event spaces. With floor to ceiling windows the room is filled with natural light and ideal for a variety of occasions. You benefit from stunning city views as well as glimpses of Albert Park Lake an...

Champions Room Foyer
The Champions Room Foyer is a versatile event space. It comes with an abundance of natural light and is great for banquets, trade shows, training days, conferencing, product launches or cocktail parties. There is disabled access and on-site...

Outdoor Pool Deck
The Outdoor Pool Deck can play host to some stunning events. MSAC built the world's first moveable pool deck so this allows us to host banquets, cocktail parties and theatre style events on the deck of the pool once its been raised. With a ...

Show Court
Our Show Court is a multi-purpose sports hall ideal for a variety of different events. With multiple different setups available, this is truly a flexible event space. There are two banks of 800 seats that can be pulled out for spectato...

Basketball Hall
With a capacity of 2,450, our basketball hall is perfect for your next major event. With the ability to host a vast array of events multiple different setups available, this is truly a flexible event space.

Lakeview 1, 2, 3
Our Boardrooms at MSAC are versatile rooms with beautiful views out across Albert Park. The Boardrooms combined can accommodate up to 30 guests boardroom style, 50 theatre style & 80 cocktail style. The room comes with a built-in AV inc...

Lakeview 2
Lakeview 2 is best suited for up to 15 guests. The Boardroom is light & bright with large windows overlooking beautiful Albert Park.There is also built in AV including data projector and screen that can be utilised & is compatible w...

MSAC Boardroom
Our Boardroom at MSAC is a versatile roomswhich can accommodate up to 20 guests. The Boardroom is light & bright with large windows overlooking beautiful Albert Park.There is also built in AV including data projector and screen that can...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre?
The following types of events can be held at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre:
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- AGM
- Awards Dinner
- Bar Mitzvah
- Birthday Party
- Christening
- 21st Birthday Party
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- Corporate Offsite
- End of Financial Year Party
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Gala Dinner
- Meeting
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- School Formal
- Seminar
- Trade Show
- Trivia Night
- University Ball
- Workshop
- Conference
- Exhibition
- Training
- 18th Birthday Party
- Private Dining
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre:
- External Catering
- Bar Tab
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre Albert Park VIC to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Melbourne Aquatic Sports Centre if you book via us.
I have more questions about Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre events. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.
Where is the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre located?
It is located at 30 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park VIC 3206, Australia.
What are the sporting facilities at Melbourne Sports & Aquatic Centre Melbourne Vic?
Melbourne Sports Centres are the home of high-performance sport in Victoria and are ready to support your sporting journey. MSAC plays host to many sports including Swimming, Volleyball, Badminton, Diving, Basketball, Netball, Table Tennis and Squash.
Is there day parking available at the lakeside stadium?
There is a total of 418 parking bays in the Lakeside car park including 10 disabled car parks and 1 loading bay.
What are the venue spaces available at the MSAC?
MSAC offers a diverse range of space for major events, be they sporting or corporate. Whether you're looking to host an intimate dinner with friends or field trips on our vast outdoor premises - we have the perfect event awaiting! The facilities at MSAC are unique in their size and capability, offering a variety of world-class indoor and outdoor spaces.
MSAC has a range of function areas to cater for all types of events including
- Exhibition space
- Boardroom facilities
- Outdoor spaces
Other facilities include various swimming pools like a wave pool, lap pool, multi-purpose pool, hydrotherapy pool, diving pool and leisure pool. There is also a steam room, water slide, Gymnasiums, Function rooms and a crèche.