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INTRODUCING, THE CUTAWAY

Beneath Barangaroo Reserve lies one of Sydney’s most distinctive cultural and event spaces. Sculpted from sandstone and shaped by story, culture and connection, The Cutaway brings together creativity, community and large-scale capability for experiences that are unmistakably Sydney.

Located on Gadigal Country, The Cutaway is committed to celebrating First Nations peoples, Country and culture. Its unique design, dedicated education space and flexible event environment create opportunities for learning, storytelling and meaningful connection, while providing a remarkable setting for exhibitions, festivals, corporate events and cultural experiences.

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Key Features

  • 5,000m² of flexible event space across two mezzanine levels, providing a versatile canvas for cultural and event experiences.
  • Thirteen hand-crafted timber cultural design features, each created from up to 150 interlocking timber pieces.
  • Integrated audio, vision, lighting and rigging, supported end-to-end by ICC Sydney’s in-house AV team for seamless production delivery.
  • Natural light and enhanced acoustics through newly enclosed ceiling voids with soundproof glass skylights.
  • Purpose-built event infrastructure, including staff offices, back-of-house facilities and a commercial kitchen for seamless event delivery.
  • Designed for exclusive single-tenancy events, ideal for markets and exhibitions, launches, banquets, charity functions, community events, corporate functions, fashion shows, and photography and filming.
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Location & Accessibility

  • Just 8 km from Sydney Airport with excellent public transport connections, including a 6-minute walk from Barangaroo Metro.
  • Convenient on-site parking with a public car park beneath the venue, connected by lifts and step-free access.
  • Inclusive facilities, including an adult Changing Places facility for guests with higher accessibility needs.
  • Improved entry, forecourt and façade adjacent to Nawi Cove creating a welcoming and accessible arrival experience for all.
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Long term sustainability

Built for a more sustainable future, The Cutaway operates on 100% renewable energy and combines innovative building systems with the natural thermal properties of its sandstone setting to reduce environmental impact while enhancing performance and comfort.

Sustainability is embedded in the venue’s design. By repurposing the existing subterranean structure, The Cutaway significantly reduced embodied carbon, avoided demolition waste and delivered a low-impact venue that balances environmental responsibility with world-class event capability

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Prefunction Space

  • Refined arrival space ideal for welcome drinks, registration and pre-event networking.
  • Purpose-built for arrivals and gathering, with space for ticketing, cloaking and more.
  • Accommodates up to 600 guests in a cocktail setting.
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Event Hall

  • The heart of The Cutaway, designed for large-scale events and immersive experiences.
  • Capacity for up to 1,000 guests cocktail style or 600 guests banquet*.
  • Dramatic sandstone backdrop with soaring 10 to 13 metre ceilings.
  • Thirteen hand-crafted timber cultural design features, each created from up to 150 interlocking timber pieces.
  • Immersive visual canvas with four large-format LED screens enabling engaging, content-led audience experiences.

Final venue capacities are subject to confirmation following the venue testing period.

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Gallery Lobby

  • Level 1 mezzanine space overlooking the Prefunction Space and arrival area, with direct access to Gallery 1 and Gallery 2.
  • Ideal for pre-event networking, VIP receptions or breakout functions.
  • Capacity for up to 150 guests cocktail style*.

Final venue capacities are subject to confirmation following the venue testing period.

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Gallery 1

  • Largest gallery space on Level 1, offering 236m² of flexible event space.
  • Versatile blank canvas for art exhibitions, private events, meetings, receptions and banquets.
  • Capacity for up to 100 guests cocktail style* or 90 guests banquet.

Final venue capacities are subject to confirmation following the venue testing period.

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Gallery 2

  • Intimate Level 1 gallery offering 209m² of flexible event space.
  • Ideal for art exhibitions, private events, meetings, receptions and banquets.
  • Capacity for up to 100 guests cocktail style* or 100 guests banquet.

Final venue capacities are subject to confirmation following the venue testing period.

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Capacities

View The Cutaway’s capacities across different event styles to find the right fit for you.

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Floor Plans

Explore detailed floor plans to help visualise your event layout.

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AV Quick Guide

Explore The Cutaway’s AV capabilities to support your event planning.

 

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The Cutaway

Visit The Cutaway’s website to discover what’s on, plan your visit and access visitor information.

Latest News

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31 Aug 2026

The Cutaway Conversations Reveals the Stories Behind Sydney’s Landmark Event Venue

The Cutaway, a NSW Government project delivered in partnership with Placemaking NSW, ICC Sydney and Darling Harbour Live, has revealed The Cutaway Conversations, a new docuseries exploring the stories, people...

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10 Aug 2026

Geely EX2: Industry-first Car Launch at The Cutaway, Barangaroo

Geely Auto Australia launched the highly anticipated Geely EX2 electric car in Australia at Sydney’s new cultural event space The Cutaway, Barangaroo on Wednesday 5 August. The Geely EX2 launch...

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05 May 2026

ICC Sydney appoints Jack Weatherby-Fell as Venue Manager of The Cutaway

International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by Legends Global, has announced the appointment of Jack Weatherby-Fell as Venue Manager, The Cutaway. Jack brings more than a decade of experience...

FAQs

When can I book the Cutaway?

The Cutaway is open for bookings from 1 August 2026. ICC Sydney welcomes event enquiries now for events from this date onwards. Please reach out for enquiries regarding The Cutaway here

How can I get to the Cutaway?

Located at 1 Merriman St, Barangaroo NSW 2000, The Cutaway is just 8km from Sydney Airport by car. It is also a 6 minute walk from Barangaroo Metro station with step-free access from the metro straight through to the venue. A public car park is available beneath the venue on levels B1 and B2.

What events can be held at The Cutaway?

The Cutaway hosts single tenancy events across 8 event types, including; markets and exhibitions, launches, banquets, charity functions, community events, corporate functions, fashion shows, and photography and filming.

Does The Cutaway have on-site catering?

Yes. The Cutaway features a commercial kitchen and is supported by ICC Sydney’s culinary team, delivering tailored menus that showcase premium seasonal produce, local ingredients and exceptional dining experiences. Explore our culinary page to discover how catering can elevate your event.

Does The Cutaway provide AV services?

The Cutaway is equipped with integrated audio, vision, lighting and rigging, supported by ICC Sydney’s in-house AV team to deliver exceptional event experiences.

Plan your Event

Head to our Event Toolkit for everything you need to plan a successful event, including seating plans, event guidelines, capacity sheets, and other essential planning resources.

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