Sat 31 Oct 2026 · Sydney · Wollongong · Newcastle
Halloween Events Wollongong 2026
Wollongong's biggest Halloween event in 2026 is Screamfest at UOW UniBar \u2014 the Wollongong edition of Australia's largest Halloween festival. 3,000-capacity Halloween festival running Saturday 31 October 2026, the same night as the Sydney and Newcastle editions.
What is the biggest Halloween event in Wollongong?
The biggest Halloween event in Wollongong is Screamfest at UOW UniBar. With a 3,000-person capacity, it is multiple times the size of any other Halloween event in the Illawarra. Screamfest Wollongong runs as part of Australia's largest Halloween festival — three cities, one night — on Saturday 31 October 2026.
Where is Screamfest Wollongong held?
Screamfest Wollongong 2026 is held at UOW UniBar, University of Wollongong, Northfields Avenue, Wollongong NSW 2522. UniBar is one of the largest live music venues south of Sydney and is the natural home of large student-led Halloween nightlife. The Wollongong edition runs the same programming style as the Sydney edition — multi-stage, full festival production, 18+ only.
What does Screamfest Wollongong include?
Screamfest Wollongong 2026 features festival-scale production with multiple stages, DJ programming across the night, immersive themed design, photo booths and full bar service. The Wollongong edition runs the same Halloween festival brand as the Sydney flagship, scaled to the UniBar precinct.
When does Screamfest Wollongong run?
Screamfest Wollongong 2026 runs on Saturday 31 October 2026. Doors open at 8pm, festival runs to 3am. It is the same night as the Sydney and Newcastle editions — a coordinated three-city Halloween festival under one brand.
Is Screamfest Wollongong 18+?
Yes. Screamfest is strictly an 18+ event at all three cities. Valid photo ID is required for entry at UOW UniBar. No exceptions.
Tickets · 31.10.26
Australia's biggest Halloween festival.
11,000 tickets across three cities.
18+ event · Valid photo ID required · No refunds