What Makes a Gala Dinner in Geelong Truly Unforgettable?

For a limited time, elevate your end-of-year celebration with our exclusive Gala Dinner Offer, including a complimentary Red Centre Sour cocktail and upgrade to our Celebrate beverage package.

But first, let’s explore why Darrwal Room is perfect for your next gala.

We’ve Thought of Every Detail

A flexible, expansive space basking in natural light, Darrwal Room brings people together for gala dinners, celebrations or awards night. For an end-of-year function, it’s the ideal space to impress your guests.

Room highlights include:

• Sweeping views: Floor-to-ceiling windows frame sparkling views of Corio Bay, filling the space with light by day and glowing with golden sunset moments as evening settles in.

• Flexible layouts: Dynamic setups let you realise your vision, with space to host up to 190 guests banquet style.

• Thoughtful design: Industry-leading accessibility and sustainability principles underpin all our event spaces.

And the name? Darrwal means ‘dingo’ in Wadawurrrung, the language of the Traditional Owners of Djilang (Geelong). Just like our venue name – Nyaal Banyul was gifted to us by the Wadawurrrung and means ‘open your eyes to the hills’ – Darrwal further connects our space to Country .

We’ve Created Menus People Get Excited About

Great gatherings centre around food , and our galas in Darrwal Room are no exception. Guided by the region and the seasons, our in-house chefs have curated a fresh, vibrant gala menu , where every dish invites you to experience the bounty of Geelong and The Bellarine.

Pair local wines, craft beers and thoughtful non-alcoholic options with creative takes on the classics, like an entrée of spiral raviolo with pumpkin, ricotta and lemon myrtle crumb or a main course of slow-cooked Otway pork with rhubarb and ginger chutney, baby fennel and sweet potato fondant. Dessert might be a spiced meringue with seasonal berries and a Davidson plum Chantilly cream. Vegan or vegetarian, gluten- or nut-free, our menus cater for a wide range of tastes and dietaries.

To take your gala celebration to the next level, add a live experience, from caviar bumps and live oyster stations to ice cream carts or a wall of sweets.

We’ve Streamlined Audiovisual to Make Event Organising Easier

Darrwal Room comes fully equipped with built-in audiovisual elements, including smart lecterns, microphones, screens, powerful projectors and crisp high-definition displays. Everything you need for a seamless AV experience is ready to go.

For events needing a little something extra, our in-house audiovisual and production team is on hand to build a solution around your theme. Talk to us about lighting design, staging, sound, recording and broadcasting, or full creative production.

With expert technicians onsite and the latest technology at hand, you can scale your setup, all under one roof, all via one team.

We’ve Connected You to the Best of Geelong and The Bellarine

Situated on the Geelong waterfront, Nyaal Banyul provides a distinctive setting inspiring fresh thinking, meaningful conversation and genuine connection. Access is seamless: there’s parking close by, a dedicated drop-off zone and onsite accommodation .

Beyond the venue, your guests can experience one of Victoria’s most exciting destinations, with the Bellarine Peninsula, Great Ocean Road and a thriving food and wine scene all within easy reach. Come for a gala, stay to recharge.

We’ve Made It Easy to Book Your Next Gala Celebration with Us

Elevate your end-of-year celebration when you book a gala dinner in Darrwal Room before 24 December.

Treat your guests with a complimentary arrival cocktail and beverage package upgrade featuring standout local producers.

Want to create a gala experience your guests won’t forget? Check out our Exclusive Gala Offer and start planning your next gathering.