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Fortress Sydney

The Arena (& Balcony)

Nearest station:Haymarket (0.6 km)(go to map)360

The Arena at Fortress Sydney – A Premium Venue for Conferences, Broadcasts & Immersive Experiences Located in the heart of Chippendale, just 10 minutes walk from Central Station, The Arena at Fortress Sydney is a show-stopping auditorium-style space, perfect for delivering high-impact presentations, hybrid conferences, brand activations, and large-scale social events. Purpose-built for versatility, The Arena blends cutting-edge technology with theatrical energy, making it ideal for both corporate and celebratory occasions. Whether you're hosting a product launch, panel discussion, esports tournament, gala dinner, or end-of-year party, The Arena provides a fully equipped, high-tech environment designed to captivate and connect. Key Features: 9x3m LED Screen: A stunning centrepiece for video content, branding, and presentations Elevated Stage: Create a focal point for keynotes, performers, or panel speakers Integrated Broadcast & AV Suite: With ceiling and player cameras, this space is live-stream–ready for hybrid and digital-first events Immersive Lighting & Sound: Built-in production systems to elevate ambience and audience engagement Balcony Space: An upper-level mezzanine area for up to 110 guests (cocktail-style), providing VIP views or additional capacity With total capacity for up to 360 guests (including the Balcony), The Arena can be adapted for a wide range of formats - from theatre-style conferences to dynamic cocktail receptions. Pair your booking with nearby spaces such as Bar 2315 or The Tavern for pre-function drinks, breakout sessions, or VIP hosting, and create an unforgettable multi-zone experience. Perfect for: Conferences | Hybrid Events | Product Launches | Gala Dinners | Team-Building Activities | Esports & Tournaments | Brand Activations | Cocktail Functions | End-of-Year & EOFY Parties | Award Nights | Networking Events I Family Fun Days I Exhibitions I Hackathons I TV Filming

Great for

  • Conferences
  • Meetings & workshops
  • Other events
  • Presentations
  • Private parties
  • Team away days
  • Training

Facilities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Audio equipmentAudio equipment
  • Close to transport linksClose to transport links
  • Disabled accessDisabled access
  • TV/projectorTV/projector

Capacities

  • Cabaret LayoutCabaret: 70
  • Classroom LayoutClassroom: 60
  • Dinner Rounds LayoutDinner / Rounds: 100
  • Standing LayoutStanding: 360
  • Theatre LayoutTheatre: 182
  • U Shaped LayoutU-shaped: 40

Other information

Location

Nearest station:Haymarket (0.6 km)

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