At a glance
- When
- Thursday 17 December 2026: shows at 10:00am and 1:30pm; doors open at 9:00am for the 10:00am show
- Where
- WIN Entertainment Centre, Wollongong
- Prams
- Strollers and prams are not permitted inside; the venue says they can be left in its stroller bays
- Parking
- About 1,200 spaces within a short walk, according to the venue; both shows start before 4.30pm, the time after which the Wollongong CBD site says Council car parks are free on weekdays
- Who it’s for
- Parents and grandparents taking young children to The Wiggles’ Sparkle! BIG SHOW
- What to do now
- Pick your session, check the entry rules for bags and drinks, and decide where you will park or get off the bus before the day
- Last checked
- Monday 9 November 2026, against the WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres event, conditions and transport pages and City of Wollongong
- Not yet confirmed
- Ticket prices, the door time for the 1:30pm show, how long each show runs, and any train or bus works on 17 December
The Wiggles’ Sparkle! BIG SHOW plays two sessions at WIN Entertainment Centre in Wollongong on Thursday 17 December 2026, at 10:00am and 1:30pm, and the venue says strollers and prams are not allowed inside. The venue’s event page lists doors at 9:00am for the 10:00am show. This guide covers the sessions, the entry rules that matter for a family, and the options for parking and public transport, using the venue operator’s pages and City of Wollongong. We read the pages on Monday 9 November 2026.
What time are the Wiggles shows in Wollongong?
The WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres event page lists two show times on Thursday 17 December.
| Session | Start | Doors |
|---|---|---|
| Morning show | 10:00am | 9:00am |
| Afternoon show | 1:30pm | Not listed |
The page does not say how long each show runs, and it gives no ticket prices. Tickets are sold through the “Get Tickets” button on the event page.
The venue describes the show as a new national arena tour with lighting displays, giant singalongs and interactive surprises. It names the Wiggles on stage as Anthony and Lucia (Blue Wiggles), Tsehay and Evie (Yellow Wiggles), Simon and Caterina (Red Wiggles) and Lachy and John (Purple Wiggles), with Dorothy the Dinosaur, Wags the Dog, Henry the Octopus, Captain Feathersword and the Tree of Wisdom among the friends.
Can I bring a pram?
No. The venue’s Conditions of Entry say strollers and prams are not permitted into WIN Entertainment Centre or WIN Stadium for safety reasons, and that strollers may be placed in the venue’s stroller bays. The page does not say where the bays are at the Entertainment Centre, so ask staff when you arrive.
What can I bring in?
The same Conditions of Entry page lists the restricted and prohibited items. The ones that affect a family day are in the table.
| Item | Rule on the venue’s page |
|---|---|
| Drinks | Glass, drink bottles or cans are not allowed, but the venue permits one factory-sealed PET bottle under 600mL, non-alcoholic |
| Food | No commercial food to be brought into the venue |
| Bags | Large eskies, containers and bags larger than 30cm x 40cm are restricted |
| Strollers and prams | Not permitted; stroller bays are available |
| Umbrellas | Not permitted in the auditorium; storage is available at external doors |
| Confetti and glitter | Not permitted |
| Cameras and recording devices | Commercial cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, drones and oversized lenses are restricted; phones are permitted for personal and private use |
| Animals | Not permitted, except certified service animals |
| Re-entry | Pass-outs are not issued unless an event’s conditions allow them |
The page adds that security may inspect bags and belongings, regardless of size, and that entry needs a valid ticket. It warns that anyone who buys a ticket from an unauthorised source or a ticket scalper may be refused entry. Patrons must wear shoes at all times, and smoking and vaping are only allowed in designated areas outside, at least 14m from entry and exit points and windows.
Where can I park?
The venue’s transport page says there are approximately 1,200 parking spaces within a short walking distance of WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres. It lists these nearby options: the WIN Stadium car park opposite the Sage Hotel (pay and display, and special event rates apply), the Stewart Street car parks, multi-storey and East (special event rates apply), the Salvation Army car park, St Francis Xavier Cathedral (limited parking) and the Woolworths car park on Burelli Street. In the city centre it lists Market Street, David Jones, Wollongong Central, Crown Central and the Wollongong Station car park. We read this page on 20 October 2026.
City of Wollongong’s special events parking page says the venue can get busy on event days, so arrive early to park and walk. It names car parks within a 5 to 15-minute walk: Stewart Street car park at 41 Burelli Street (access via Stewart Street), Church Street on-street parking, MacCabe Park car park and George Street car park. It adds that special event parking and rates may apply at Stewart Street East. The page gives no dollar rates, so check the signs and pay machines.
The Wollongong CBD website says Council car parks and on-street parking are free after 4.30pm on weekdays. Both Wiggles shows start before then, on a Thursday, and the page does not say when each show ends. Our Wollongong CBD parking guide covers the rates and CellOPark.
Is there a drop-off zone?
The venue’s transport page says a drop-off zone will be in operation on Burelli Street between Harbour and Corrimal Streets. It does not say whether that applies to every event, so check the signs on the day.
How do I get there by train or bus?
City of Wollongong says the walk from Wollongong railway station to the stadium takes about 15 to 20 minutes. The Wollongong CBD website describes it as about 20 minutes straight down Burelli Street. The free Gong Shuttle, route 55, runs on weekdays, and 17 December is a Thursday. The bus operator, Premier Illawarra, lists weekday runs every 10 minutes from 7am to 6pm, as of 24 October 2026. Our Gong Shuttle guide has the hours and the stops. If you are coming from Sydney, see the Sydney to Wollongong train and Opal fares guide.
What is still to be confirmed?
- Ticket prices, which the event page does not list.
- The door time for the 1:30pm show.
- How long each show runs.
- Whether train trackwork or bus changes affect Thursday 17 December. Check the Trip Planner closer to the day.
We will update this guide with the changes if the venue publishes more before the show.
Sources
- WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres — The Wiggles Sparkle! BIG SHOW (sessions, doors, line-up; checked 9 November 2026)
- WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres — Conditions of Entry (checked 31 October 2026)
- WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres — Transport and parking (checked 20 October 2026)
- City of Wollongong — Parking for Wollongong CBD special events (checked 19 October 2026)
- Wollongong CBD — Parking and Transport Guide (checked 19 October 2026)
- Premier Illawarra — Public Transport and Free Gong Shuttle (checked 24 October 2026)
Featured image: The Wiggles in front of the Wiggle House, 2022, not from this tour (photo: MontereyJim / CC BY-SA 4.0) (text added)
OZ Local Updates is an independent local guide and is not affiliated with The Wiggles, WIN Sports and Entertainment Centres, Venues NSW or City of Wollongong. Times, prices and conditions can change; check the official pages above and the signs on site.