Comic Gong Accessibility

We're committed to an inclusive and accessible event for people of all abilities and want everyone to have an enjoyable and safe experience.

Check out what's on offer below.


Accessible Parking

Accessible parking bays will be available at the following:

  • In front of Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, 32 Burelli Street
  • Stewart Street carpark, 28 Stewart Street

No bookings are available for these bays, they are provided on a first come basis.

Find more on Council's accessible parking map.

Accessible Viewing Area

Our Illawarra Mercury Cosplay Competition in the Art Gallery will have an accessible viewing area at the front of the stage.

There's no need for bookings! Simply ask one of our friendly event volunteers or a staff member for assistance on the day.

Accessible Toilets

There are accessible toilets at the following locations:

  • Wollongong Library, Council’s Administration Building
  • Wollongong Art Gallery
  • Wollongong Town Hall
  • Illawarra Performing Arts Centre (IPAC)

Find more on the National Public Toilet Map.

Accessible Paths of Travel

From Crown Street Mall to Lower Crown Street and into the Arts Precinct, there are accessible paths of travel.

Quiet Space

10.30am - 3.30pm, Town Hall in the Ocean Room

The Quiet Space is a space outside of the hustle and bustle of the festival for you to take a break.

This breakout space is open to all children, young people and adults.

Shaded Areas

A shaded area with chairs is available for our older community to use at the rear of the Arts Precinct.

Social Story

Read our Comic Gong Social Story PDF or Comic Gong Social Story Word DOCX to find out what will happen at the event.


Generously supported by:

Comic Gong Sponsors 2024