World-Class Venues - Salsa & Mambo

ROUNDHOUSE

FRIDAY 23 & SATURDAY 24 October 2026

The Roundhouse at UNSW will once again be the home of SSMC for Friday and Saturday of our 2026 event.

With its large main dance floor, stage and surrounding spaces, it will host our Friday and Saturday workshops, performances, live music and parties.

Accessability

Roundhouse is fully accessible, with step-free access and accessible facilities available throughout the venue.

If you require assistance during the event, please contact us in advance so we can help make your visit as easy as possible.

Public Transport

Roundhouse is conveniently located on the UNSW Kensington campus and is easily accessible by bus and light rail from Sydney’s CBD and surrounding suburbs.

BUS
392, 393, 395, operate along Elizabeth St in the city.
370 from Leichardt, Glebe, Newtown Green Square and Coogee.
400 from Bondi Junction, Airport, Rockdale and Burwood.
Other services include routes 302, 303, 348, 357, 359 and 410.

LIGHT RAIL
With the light rail, you can now arrive at our doorstep within 15 minutes from Sydney's CBD.
Catch the L3 Kingsford line and disembark at the UNSW Anzac Parade stop. Roundhouse is only a short walk across the UNSW campus.
The L3 Kingsford Line connects Circular Quay, the CBD, Haymarket, Central, Surry Hills, Moore Park, Kensington, UNSW Anzac Parade and Kingsford.

Driving & Parking

Roundhouse is located in the north-west corner of UNSW Kensington campus.

Gate 2 UNSW, High St, Kensington NSW 2033

For visitor parking, we recommend the Barker Street multistorey carpark, accessed via Gate 14, Barker Street.

Parking is metered between 7:30am and 7:30pm Monday to Friday. Weekday rates are currently $12 for the first 2 hours (minimum) and $4 per hour thereafter.

Parking at UNSW is free on weekends.

Parking conditions and rates may change, so we recommend checking current UNSW parking information before travelling.

Download the parking map below for directions and parking locations.

Cycling

Roundhouse at unsw is accessible for cyclists with bike racks available across campus.

SCIENTIA

SUNDAY 25 October 2026

On Sunday, SSMC moves to the John Niland Scientia Building, also located in the heart of the UNSW Kensington campus.

Scientia will host our full Sunday workshop program, together with an evening full of performances, international DJs, Bachata room and World Room with the ever popular Reggeaton battle.

Accessability

The John Niland Scientia Building is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilet facilities.

Leighton Hall, the Galleries and the Scientia foyer have ramp access via the Scientia Lawn. Tyree is also wheelchair accessible, with both lift and ramp access available.

Accessible drop-off is available close to the venue.

Public Transport

Scientia is easily accessible by public transport, with both UNSW light rail stops providing pedestrian access to the venue.

LIGHT RAIL
L2 Randwick Line Disembark at UNSW High Street near Gate 9 and follow the campus paths to the John Niland Scientia Building.
L3 Kingsford Line Disembark at UNSW Anzac Parade and walk through the campus via University Mall towards Scientia.
There is a continuous accessible path of travel to Scientia from both the UNSW High Street and UNSW Anzac Parade light rail stops.

Driving & Parking

The John Niland Scientia Building is located within the UNSW Kensington campus.

For Sunday, the most convenient parking options are:

Botany Street Carpark
Enter via Gate 11, Botany Street

Barker Street Parking Station
Enter via Gate 14, Barker Street

The Botany Street Carpark is the closest accessible parking option to Scientia. UNSW advises that all-day visitor parking is available in both the Botany Street and Barker Street carparks.

Parking at UNSW is free on weekends.

Allow a little extra time to park and walk to Scientia before your first workshop.