About
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre
The Games Village provides participants an exclusive venue to meet, socialise and enjoy the camaraderie for which the event is renowned.
The Games Village is located at Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in the heart of Broadbeach. It is situated close to accommodation, the Star Gold Coast, restaurants, cafes, bars, the beach and central to sport venues. It is only 30 minute drive from the Gold Coast Airport and a 60 minute drive from the Brisbane Airport.
Venue & Directions
The Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, it is situated close to the G:link, accommodation, shopping, restaurants, cafes, bars and the beach and central to sport venues.We encourage all participants to use the free public transport with their accreditation (Only on opening and closing nights). Parking at the Oasis shopping centre is available as well as street parking.
Check In Centre
The Check In Centre is located at the Games Village at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach. At the Check In Centre you will collect your accreditation pass, lanyard and PPMG bag. This completes your registration process and is compulsory for all participants before you can play your sport.
You must present your accreditation pass each day at your sports venue and when accessing the Games Village each night.
Check in Centre opening hours:
Thursday 31 October: 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Friday 1 November: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Saturday 2 November: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday 3 November: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Monday 4 November: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Tuesday 5 November: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Wednesday 6 November: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Thursday 7 November: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Friday 8 November: 10:00am – 4:00pm
If you are unable to collect your accreditation, you can have someone collect it on your behalf. Please provide them with a copy of your Confirmation PDF (link within your confirmation email).
Entertainment
A jam-packed entertainment lineup is set to rock the Games Village.
The Games Village will be open:
◾ Saturday 2 November: 7:30pm – 1am (Opening Night)
◾ Sunday 3 November: 7:30pm – 12am
◾ Tuesday 5 November: 7:30pm – 12am
◾ Thursday 7 November: 7:30pm – 12am
◾ Friday 8 November: 7:30pm – 12am
◾ Saturday 9 November: 7:30pm – 1am (Closing Night)
Merchandise
Participants can commemorate their participation by purchasing event merchandise. A huge range will be available online and onsite at the Games Village.
Games Information Booth
The Games Information Booth will be located at the the Games Village and will be staffed by knowledgeable and friendly event volunteers to help answer your questions. Information about the Games Village, sports, entertainment, transport, games services, tourist tips and results will be available.
Parking
There are plenty of free and paid parking options available in Broadbeach for those looking to drive to the Games Village including at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Street parking is available in the Broadbeach area and is a combination of metered parking and free time restricted spaces. Visit the City of Gold Coast website to view parking options.
Oasis Shopping Centre Car Park (Enter via Charles or Victoria Avenue)
Oracle Boulevard Car Park (Enter via Charles or Elizabeth Avenue)
Food & Beverages
The Games Village is a licensed venue featuring a selection of food and beverage outlets. Due to liquor licensing provisions, persons under the age of 18 are not permitted in the Games Village during entertainment operational hours. Alcohol cannot be brought into the premises and the Games Village adheres to Responsible Service of Alcohol procedures as per Australian legislation.
Please note this is a cashless venue