what can PCEC
do for me?
Behind every successful event sits a venue team that handles the details others don’t see. At PCEC, that means working alongside you from first site visit through to bump-out. Your event runs with the support of a dedicated event account manager in Perth, in-house technical and AV partners, an experienced culinary team, and technical floor plans for every space at the centre. From small business meeting spaces to large-scale exhibitions, we have the venue, the support and the relationships to make your event happen.
streamline your
experience
Resources for organisers covering venue forms, technical floor plans, risk assessments and our exhibitor service centre, all in one place. Link out to your event toolkit.
the space
to create
From the 2,500-seat Riverside Theatre and six exhibition pavilions to executive boardrooms and seminar venues, find the right Perth venue for your event.
exceptional
experiences
A dedicated event account management team in Perth who learn your event inside out, then deliver every detail of your conference, exhibition or function
moments of
connection
Our central CBD location, our purpose-built event venues and our experienced team are the building blocks that connect your vision with what your guests need. PCEC sits on the banks of the Swan River at Elizabeth Quay, with Perth’s main hotels, restaurants, train and bus stations all within a short walk. That accessibility makes us a natural fit for international convention centre needs in Perth, national association conferences and corporate events that bring delegates from across Australia and the world.
moments of
assurance
Purpose-built to host events of any size, PCEC offers Perth’s largest custom-built event venue, with more than 28,000 square metres of versatile floor space across six exhibition pavilions, a tiered theatre, a 1,700-capacity ballroom and 23 multi-functional meeting and seminar rooms. Combined with our central CBD location, we are Perth’s ideal destination for business events, association conferences, trade shows and large-scale exhibitions.
- Our six exhibition pavilions act as a blank canvas, combining individually or together into up to 16,644 square metres of column-free exhibition space, suited to trade shows, expos and large-scale corporate exhibitions in Perth.
- From in-house catering and corporate day delegate packages, to AV technology partners and tech-ready meeting facilities, our professional teams provide full event support across the venue.
- Our dedicated event account management team in Perth works alongside organisers and PCOs from initial site visit through detailed planning, design and on-day event execution.
moments of
wisdom
From international conferences and trade exhibitions to corporate keynotes, product launches, executive boardroom meetings, training sessions, awards nights and gala dinners, PCEC’s team of event experts take the time to learn about you, your event and what matters most to your guests. The venue regularly hosts a full range of event formats:
- Conferences and conventions: medical, scientific, association and government conferences in Perth, hosted in the Riverside Theatre or BelleVue Ballroom
- Exhibitions and trade shows: from public expos to corporate exhibitions across six combinable pavilions
- Corporate meetings and seminars: executive boardroom hire in the Perth CBD, day delegate packages and tech-ready corporate meeting facilities
- Concerts and live events: theatre hire in Perth for music, comedy and entertainment, with full back-of-house support
- Gala dinners and banquets: riverside event venues for awards nights, milestone celebrations and end-of-year functions
our technology
PCEC sits at the front of event technology in Perth, with in-house AV partners, integrated venue systems and tech-ready corporate meeting facilities across every space. Whether your event runs hybrid, fully virtual broadcast or in-person, our technology stack is built to support it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from event organisers hiring PCEC.
Whether you need to hire a theatre in Perth for a corporate keynote, hire an executive boardroom, or book an exhibition pavilion for a trade show, our sales team can put together a tailored proposal. Send your event dates, estimated attendee numbers and catering needs to our team via our website contact form. We typically respond within one business day with availability and indicative pricing.
Absolutely. We welcome the opportunity to walk you through our venue before you commit. Site visits must be scheduled in advance with our dedicated event management team in Perth so we can ensure your preferred rooms are available for viewing and tailor the visit to your event format.
PCEC hosts conferences, conventions, exhibitions, trade shows, executive meetings, corporate seminars, training sessions, banquets, gala dinners, concerts, comedy shows, awards nights, product launches and end-of-year functions. With more than 28,000 square metres of versatile space, we host events from boardroom meetings of 20 people through to exhibitions of 10,000-plus attendees.
Yes. Many of our largest national and international conferences are delivered in partnership with PCOs. We work as a venue partner alongside your PCO, providing dedicated event account management, technical floor plans, AV support through AV Partners, in-house catering, and operations support from initial planning through to event delivery. We are well-versed in the rhythms of PCO-led events and structure our service accordingly.
Our corporate day delegate packages offer the flexibility to bundle venue hire, catering, and AV essentials into a single per-delegate rate, though these elements can also be customised or separated depending on your event’s specific needs. When bundled, inclusions are tailored to your requirements and typically cover room hire, arrival tea and coffee, morning and afternoon tea, a working lunch, standard AV (screen, projector, lectern, microphones), and on-site event support. Contact our sales team to discuss the best package structure and current rates for your event.
Yes. PCEC features an award-winning in-house culinary team led by our Executive Head Chef. Recently recognised as the Corporate Venue Caterer of the Year at the prestigious Gold Plate Awards, our team designs menus centered around premium Western Australian produce and a curated wine list from local WA regions. We cater for everything from morning tea breaks and stand-up lunches through to plated gala dinners, including private boardroom catering with set menus, banquet service for ballroom events, and large-scale exhibition catering. Dietary requirements are accommodated as standard.
Yes. Detailed technical floor plans are available for every space at PCEC, including the Riverside Theatre, BelleVue Ballroom, exhibition pavilions and all 23 meeting rooms. Your event account manager will share the relevant floor plans during planning so you can map out exhibitor stands, seating layouts, catering stations and AV setups. You can also browse our Venue Capacity guide for an at-a-glance view of every room.
Every event at PCEC is supported by a dedicated event account management team in Perth, plus operational staff across audio-visual (via AV Partners), catering and food and beverage, retail and merchandise, housekeeping, and security. Your account manager is the single point of contact through planning and into delivery, with operational team leaders briefed and on-site for the duration of your event.
Yes. PCEC offers 23 multi-functional meeting rooms in Perth’s CBD, suitable for executive boardroom hire, corporate training, professional seminars, workshops and AGMs. Rooms accommodate from 20 to 200 guests, with WiFi, integrated AV technology, dedicated room foyers for catering, and the option to combine rooms as numbers grow. Tech-ready corporate meeting facilities make the venue equally well suited to in-person and hybrid event formats.
