Never forget that something blue… After a year of lockdowns and uncertainty, 2021 was looking up. Life was becoming back to normal. Which meant that all of our wedding couples could finally stop holding their breaths and relax. What else could go wrong was the question on everyone’s lips? Well, we must have spoken too […]

It’s no secret that Showtime Event Group is growing at a rapid rate. Coming out of a pandemic-ridden two years, the hospitality and entertainment industry has suffered a massive blow. Changes in direction for many companies has seen some succeed and some struggle. Thankfully, our excellence within the industry has seen us more determined than […]

Organising your wedding can be difficult at the best of times. For many, the hardest part isn’t the decision making, it’s knowing where to start! While it’s easy to get stuck on every detail, sometimes simple and easy to organise additions make the biggest difference to your day. So for now, let’s close that google […]

After the last 18 months of living in a world tampered by Covid, Melbournians thought we had finally reached the end of lockdowns. Events and hospitality slowly began to re-open, along with a sense of normality. Suddenly, the news announced a new positive case, and before long we were back to talks of Lockdowns. The […]

On Saturday Night the State Library Victoria hosted the opening night party for the Australian premiere of ‘Come From Away’, playing at the Comedy Theatre. ‘Come From Away’, the winner of the 2019 Olivier Awards for Best New Musical, tells the remarkable true story of the small town that came together in the week following […]

Built in 1932 the building was first known as the McAllan Gallery, originally designed and constructed for use by the National Gallery for many years before relocating to St. Kilda Roac, proceeded by the Melbourne Museum up until it’s transition to Carlton in 2002. The space over the years has undergone various transformations in that […]

On Monday 26th November, Showtime Event Group were proud to host the Business Sessions as part of the Greater China Showcase, presented by Tourism Australia. The program, for the first time held in Melbourne, introduced buyers from Greater China to business event destinations from around Australia. Over 50 international guests meet with 60 suppliers to see […]

What to expect in 2019 at the State Library Victoria When we at Showtime Event Group looked to expand our business, we were keen to secure new innovative spaces that were unique and complimented our exiting venues. In February of this year we added the Old Melbourne Gaol to our portfolio, along with the Former City Watch House and Old […]

Ah, to be young again! Celebrating milestone birthdays to herald in a new revolution around the sun will always be welcome by the team at Showtime Event Group. You’re never too young (or too old) to enjoy company of friends and family for your birthday. Madeline is most certainly on-board with our team ethos of […]

The age-old story of when friendship turns in to love never ceases to amaze. After being placed next to each other in their work office, both Patricia and Leon couldn’t deny their immediate connection. Although only a friendship was on the cards for a long period of time, fate’s introduction of the two through work […]

Friends often joke about setting their children up with each other. Everyone laughs it off and it never eventuates to anything. Well in a roundabout way, this is exactly what happened for Mirjana and Milan. Mirjana’s mum’s cousin first met Milan’s parents at the beach and after chatting for a while joked about setting the […]

Breakout Spaces are areas set aside for the purpose of breaking away from the traditional work-area. They are used by to re-invigorate the mind, de-stress and to separate environments with their associated emotions. Showtime utilises our wide range of dynamic areas to manipulate and create our own breakout spaces for creative conferencing clients. By separating […]

Showtime Event Centres win at the 2018 Victorian ABIA awards was strictly decided by the couples married in 2017 at Showtime. As such its there anonymous vote and recommendation that decides our fate in the Australian Bridal Industry Academy awards. See what those voters had to say about us! “Showtime Events Centre is truly where dreams are […]

Choosing a wedding venue can be the most overwhelming part of planning a wedding. Choosing whether go to down the path of church ceremony and follow tradition. Or do you take a risk by having it outside and hope that Melbourne doesn’t have four seasons in one day? There are so many options for ceremonies […]

In most circumstances, a lavish affair for a second birthday is not commonly heard of. Yet, in this extraordinary case, we’re happy to make an exemption. Tia and Victoria are two 2 year old twins to parents Evelyn and Stan. Tia and Victoria’s entrance in to this world was not what we would call easy. […]

Most wedding checklists start the same way, with a list of your must-haves; from transport to your MC and makeup. It’s no secret we love to do things a little differently around here, and stand out from the crowd (just like you will on your big day!). That’s why we’ve made our go-to for guide […]

It was a childhood dream of Ryan’s to marry the love of his life at Rippon Lea Estate and in March 2021, he made that dream a reality when he married the lovely Amber. Together they planned the most fun outdoor garden wedding and found the perfect venue to create their vision – Rippon Lea […]

Taking a peak into the homes of the Showtime Event Group Family, you would never know that Victoria was currently in a Stage Four Lockdown. Each individual, as we were unable to celebrate together, was sipping cocktails while the Champagne cooled on ice, slipping into their ball gowns and formal ware, enjoying artisanal cheese and […]