About Hurstville Entertainment Centre
Hurstville Entertainment Centre (HEC) is one of Southern Sydney's leading venues for performances, conferences, corporate events and cultural celebrations. Located in the heart of the Hurstville CBD and just minutes from Hurstville Station, HEC offers convenient public transport access and affordable nearby parking.
HEC is a versatile multi-purpose venue catering to a wide range of events, including:
- Concerts and live performances
- Dance recitals and showcases
- Community and professional theatre
- Conferences and seminars
- Annual General Meetings (AGMs)
- Shareholder and strata meetings
- Training and information sessions
- Product launches
- Awards presentations
- Cultural festivals and celebrations
- School productions and graduations
Marana Auditorium
Marana Auditorium is a premier performance venue seating up to 921 guests across two levels, including 682 seats on the ground floor and 239 seats in the dress circle. Recently refurbished, the venue features upgraded seating, enhanced accessibility, a sprung floor, performer facilities including five dressing rooms and a dedicated green room, and flexible spaces suitable for concerts, dance recitals, cultural events, graduations and large-scale presentations.
Civic Theatre
Civic Theatre is an intimate 209-seat theatre ideally suited to conferences, AGMs, shareholder meetings, seminars, film screenings, presentations and community performances. The theatre provides a professional environment for organisations seeking a centrally located venue in Southern Sydney.
Connected Event Spaces
A unique feature of Hurstville Entertainment Centre is the direct connection between the Marana Auditorium and Civic Theatre, as well as our Senior Citizen's Centre, allowing organisers to utilise all three or any two venues as part of a single event experience. This flexibility is ideal for conferences, festivals, graduations, cultural events and multi-session programs requiring breakout spaces, simultaneous activities or overflow areas.
Conveniently Located
Located in Hurstville's civic precinct, HEC offers easy access via train, bus and road networks, making it a convenient destination for guests across Sydney. Nearby council parking and local amenities further enhance the visitor experience.
Whether you're planning a performance, conference, corporate function or community celebration, Hurstville Entertainment Centre provides flexible venue solutions supported by experienced event professionals.
Georges River Council also offers a variety of community centres and halls for hire throughout the Georges River area. Please visit the Our Venues page for a full list of Council’s venues for hire here.
Call 02 9330 6400 or email entertainment@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.