Skip to main content
Contact us
All Venues

Polly Woodside

Historic charm meets riverside allure. The iconic Polly Woodside tall ship offers a one-of-a-kind event setting in South Wharf, perfect for brand launches, networking evenings, and immersive corporate experiences.

Capacity
100 Seated
250 Cocktail
120 Theatrette
80 Seated with Dance Floor
412m² Area Size
Address 21 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf
Availability From 5am daily
Enquire now

A floating landmark on South Wharf

Moored along the South Wharf Promenade, the Polly Woodside is a fully restored 19th-century cargo vessel and one of Melbourne’s most memorable heritage venues. With over 1.5 million miles sailed, this National Trust-listed ship brings history to life, offering a distinctive backdrop for product activations, panel discussions, and team events. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to the ship itself, complemented by indoor and outdoor event spaces on the dock, all just steps from the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Unique spaces, unforgettable atmosphere

Whether it’s cocktails under the stars beside the hull or an inspiring corporate presentation in the on-site gallery, Polly Woodside Melbourne delivers impact and flexibility. The venue’s pillarless design, riverside location, and proximity to public transport and hotels make it ideal for local and international events. Hosting your next event aboard the Polly Woodside ship ensures a standout experience as iconic as Melbourne.

Features

  • Exclusive access to the National Heritage-listed Polly Woodside ship
  • Indoor and outdoor function spaces
  • Unique tall ship setting ideal for immersive experiences
  • Directly across from the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
  • Pillarless dockside layout for uninterrupted event design
  • Close to parking, public transport, and leading hotels
Unique Spaces, Unforgettable Atmosphere
20221203_204845 (1)
Banging Hangings - Polly - 2
Image-92
showtimes-telstra-event-32 (1)
Polly Woodside_Interior_Event_1
showtimes-telstra-event-33 (2)
20221203_203717 - Copy (1)
showtimes-telstra-event-283 (2)
Polly Woodside_Interior_3
showtimes-telstra-event-308

Where to find us

Located on the Yarra River at South Wharf, and across from the city’s major convention centres, Polly Woodside is easily accessible and impossible to forget. It’s an atmospheric escape just moments from the heart of Melbourne with close proximity to a range of hotels and public transport.

Open in Google Maps
Polly Woodside_View from Ship_2 - Copy

Let’s Toast to your EOFY Success

As the financial year wraps up, there’s no better time to bring your team together, recognise milestones, and set the tone for the year ahead.
Learn More

What our clients say

I recently hosted an event with Showtime Events, and they were absolutely amazing! The team was professional, accommodating, and made everything run seamlessly from start to finish. The venue itself was stunning and created the perfect atmosphere. I couldn’t be happier with how it all came together. I’d definitely host another event there in a heartbeat—highly recommend!

Lucas

I wanted to say a big thank you for all of your assistance leading up to our dinner last week and for the great service on the night. We were thrilled to see such a fantastic turnout of staff attending the dinner and we had lots of great feedback about the food. Thank you once again for your support and for making the event memorable.

Anna

Just wanted to say thank you again for all of your help leading up to our event! Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve received a lot of positive feedback through our feedback form. Our attendees loved the venue and the food, and were very happy with Ei8ht Entertainment. All the best for the future! I’m sure the club will be keen to host a similar event next year.

Jasmine

I just wanted to say a huge thank you to hosting the Monash Gala on Friday. The event was wonderful and everyone had an amazing time! I hope there is an opportunity for Monash to work with Showtime again and I mean it when I say working with you all has been nothing short of amazing. I could not have asked for a better or friendlier team and I hope you know it is much appreciated.

Isabella

Our International Women’s Day event for over 140 people was a huge hit with our organisation, with many people commenting on the venue and we were able to work with Showtime to find a package that worked for us and our budget!

Alicia

We wanted to express our sincere gratitude for all your efforts and support for our event last week. The feedback on the venue, food, and service has been outstanding, and our guests had an incredible time at the International Women’s Day event. A day like that requires extensive planning and commitment, and your support in meeting tight deadlines was truly amazing. Thank you to you and the team for helping us deliver an incredible and inspiring event.

Lisa

We are so grateful to Showtime Event Group and their passionate and enthusiastic staff who go above and beyond to make our events seamless and fun. Thank you so much.

Patrick

Dealing with every single step of the booking process was made so easy with the help of the lovely staff . I barely had to lift a finger and it was all organised! No request was too much or too hard and always done with a smile. The food was delicious and fresh and plenty of it. I can’t rate my experience any higher! 11/10.

Amelia

Let’s create something
extraordinary together

Contact our team today and start planning an event you’ll never forget.

Contact us Hide Form

Follow us

@showtimeeventgroup