10 fun ways to use your entertainment vouchers in Wollongong
You've probably heard by now that all NSW residents over 18 are eligible to apply for $150 worth of Dine + Discover vouchers and parents eligible for an additional $250 worth of Parents NSW vouchers.
But did you know that your vouchers expire on 30 June 2022? Don't let your dollars go to waste! Start planning your own voucher-funded night (or day) out. You can support a small business by buying a voucher or booking in a session for a time when restrictions ease. Most businesses are able to accept voucher orders by phone.
Check out some unique ideas to get you started on where to spend your 'Discover' entertainment vouchers:
1. Laugh 'til it hurts!
Get your belly full of laughs at the Wollongong Town Hall and Illawarra Performing Arts Centre this year with a full program of comedy. Enjoy your pick of big name comedians like Arj Barker, Bill Bailey, The Umbilical Brothers and more.
Redeem your Discover vouchers by calling or visiting the Merrigong box office in person or online when you purchase tickets.
2. Adrenalin & Adventure!
Make your recreation vouchers count!
Experience Wollongong from a different angle or blow off a little steam with these amazing adrenalin pumping experiences.
Use your vouchers to get a birds-eye view of the Illawarra from a helicopter or skydive right into Wollongong!
3. Explore the great indoors!
Rainy Winters day?
Have a heart pumping experience with these great indoor activities.
Bounce it out in a room full of trampolines at Flip Out, have a hell of an axe-perience at Battle Axe Throwing or burn some calories at Dynomite Indoor Rock Climbing Gym.
4. Rediscover live music
When did you last hear a live band? Wollongong CBD has a diverse and very active live music scene. This is your chance to remember that 'goosebumps up your spine' feeling with a live show thanks to your Dine & Discover entertainment voucher. From folk to opera, jazz to cabaret - there's something for everyone in the CBD.
The Illawarra Hotel are serving up daily pub lunches with live music for $25, plus live bands and DJs on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Music Lounge, IPAC and Town Hall are all accepting vouchers with bookings through Merrigong. Give them a call or book in person at the box office to redeem a voucher.
Or for the ultimate indulgence, book a show at Centro CBD to enjoy live music while you're served a delicious three course Italian dinner!
5. Let the games begin
If you're feeling lucky (or just want to prove you can still beat all your mates), head into Holey Moley or B. Lucky & Sons Arcade + Bar! While you're never too old for games, you're in for a treat with the luxurious vintage-inspired cocktail bar meets action-packed gaming arcade right next to indoor mini golf!
When you’re all gamed out, there’s a tasty menu of bar food faves like toasties, pizzas and even donut ice cream sandwiches!
6. Breakout the brain cells
Breakout Bar + Escape Rooms is a completely unique adventure. In just one evening you can immerse yourself in an escape room, indulge in a creative cocktail in the steam-punk inspired bar, and belt out a tune in a private karaoke room.
What is an escape room? It's an adventure game for grown-ups! You'll work together to solve a series of puzzles and riddles using clues, unlock each stage of the room, and ultimately, ‘escape'.
Ready to escape? Book in a group of 2 - 8 people, and take your choice of five themed escape rooms from the brain-teasing Da Vinci room, to the very spooky Asylum.
? Crown Lane, Wollongong
7. A day at the Museum
Explore the history of where we live in our very own Illawarra Museum.
This experience is donation based, so why not donate your vouchers here!
? 11 Market Street, Wollongong
8. Get ready to pARTy
Whether it's getting your friends or work colleagues together for a bit of bonding time, or a moment self expression. There's three great art experiences right here in the Wollongong CBD to channel your inner artist.
Great for hens, parties or just a self-care activity for you.
9. Put it towards a holiday!
Most of us have itchy feet by now. Why not start planning your next adventure? Two travel agents in the CBD are accepting Dine & Discover entertainment vouchers. Find out where you can travel to by contacting Our World Travel in Crown St Mall, or Travel on Crown at 90 Crown St.
10. A complete night out
The best part? You can use your dining voucher in the Wollongong CBD too, so you can have a full night out with food, drinks AND entertainment all in one easy place. There are over 100 registered Dine & Discover food and drink venues in the CBD - offering up the world on a plate. Browse by cuisine using the button below.
