Melbourne Cricket Ground sets new benchmark for business events

July 01, 2025

The beloved Melbourne Cricket Ground is set to impress business event delegates with the refurbishment of the event and function facilities at the iconic Olympic Stand. Offering a compelling blend of heritage and innovation, the revitalised stand will offer attendees on non-match days new and upgraded experiences across a range of spaces.

With a fresh focus on flexibility and premium service, the Olympic Stand is now home to reimagined conference and event venues including the Olympic Room, Betty Cuthbert Bar, Betty Cuthbert Lounge, The Deck, and boutique space 1956. The revitalisation represents the most significant enhancement to the stand since its original construction prior to the 2006 Commonwealth Games.

“The MCG has always been a popular choice for organisers looking for a quintessentially Melbourne experience,” said Troy Stasinowsky, Director of Sales & Marketing, MCG Events. “But with the newly refurbished Olympic Stand, we’ve reimagined the event experience - offering something unexpected and immersive.”

The jewel in the crown of the Olympic Stand is the Olympic Room, the MCG’s largest and most versatile function space which can be divided into two or used as one large space. Offering a quintessentially Melbourne experience, it provides delegates and event attendees with magnificent views of Yarra Park on one side, and the hallowed turf of the MCG on the other. The room’s fresh modern design is complimented by an abundance of natural light, and event planners have the flexibility of the adjoining Betty Cuthbert Lounge, Betty Cuthbert Bar and a range of breakout spaces.

The Olympic Stand also provides direct access to the Australian Sports Museum, enabling truly unique guest activations including guided tours, interactive exhibitions, and themed dining inside the museum itself. Event organisers can give attendees a glimpse into Melbourne’s sporting culture inside this iconic venue that captures incredible moments from Australia’s renowned sport history.

Plan an event your delegates will never forget

Learn more about how you can provide a ‘quintessentially Melbourne’ event experience at one of Australia’s most iconic, premium business event venues. Contact Melbourne Convention Bureau for expert advice and support in booking your next event at the MCG.