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Things to Do in Wollongong This Weekend

Discover events happening in Wollongong this weekend. Workshops, outdoor activities, coastal excursions & wellness sessions—find what's on near you.

By The Daily Wollongong · Published 28 June 2026 at 12:45 pm ·

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Things to Do in Wollongong This Weekend

Whether you're looking to explore the coast, get out on the water, or dive into something new, there's plenty happening in and around Wollongong this weekend. From workshops and talks to outdoor activities and wellbeing sessions, you'll find something to suit your interests and energy levels.

If you're keen to learn something fresh, there are workshops covering everything from artificial intelligence and data storytelling to venture capital and investment basics. For the creatively inclined, there's an opportunity to explore business and artist collaboration. If you'd rather get outside, coastal excursions and nature experiences are on the cards, including fishing days, guided eco tours, and a chance to unwind with some meditation by the ocean.

Whatever draws you - whether it's professional development, time in nature, or simply a chance to meet your community - the coming days offer a nice mix of ways to make the most of your time on the Illawarra Coast.

What is on

  • Industry Day, Mon, 29 June, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • GetSmART!: Business + Artist Collaboration = Funding, Tue, 30 June, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • Design for trust: Data storytelling in the age of AI, Wed, 1 July, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • Free Meditation - Uplift your wellbeing @ North Wollongong Surf life Club, Wed, 1 July, 10:00 am, North Wollongong Surf Life Saving Club, Wollongong Details and bookings
  • Precision Prompting: Mastering Generative AI for the Research Lifecycle [ResBaz], Wed, 1 July, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • How to Invest in AI: Stocks, Bonds and Funds for Total Beginners, Thu, 2 July, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • Port Kembla Network Parent Group, Thu, 9 July, 10:00 am, Port Kembla Beach Park, Port Kembla Details and bookings
  • How to Do a Venture Capital Financing!, Thu, 9 July, 10:00 am Details and bookings
  • NSW Govt's Fish for Life: Women on the Water Fishing Day - Lake Illawarra, Sat, 11 July, 10:00 am, Reddall Reserve, Lake Illawarra South, Lake Illawarra South Details and bookings
  • SUNSET Five Islands Nature Reserve Eco Tour- Whales, Seals & Seabirds!, Sat, 11 July, 10:00 am, Port Kembla Outer Harbour Boat Ramp, Port Kembla Details and bookings

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