It is expected the buildings will be ready for use by accommodation guests from mid-November 2023. Temporary site fencing has been erected at Building 09 (plateau), Building 20 (plateau) and the Campground Tunnel on the north and south ends. Audio Tour stops in the Industrial Precinct will be unavailable during this time.
The Industrial Precinct and the Eastern Apron will have restricted access during the event set-up and pack down from Wednesday 11 to Tuesday 17 October. MODE Festival will be held on Cockatoo Island on Saturday 14 October. Street parking is available near the ferry wharves at Woolwich, Greenwich, Chiswick, Huntleys Point, Drummoyne, Birchgrove and Balmain. Visit for details and overnight bookings. Overnight berthing to 29’ is $65 and for vessels 30’and above is $95. Fees are from $15 for 4 hours for a boat to 29' and $35 for vessels 30’and above. Most boats to 40' can be accommodated but there are restrictions above 30' length and 10m height, so call ahead to enquire about availability for overnight reservations. Overnight berths must be booked in advance by calling (02) 9940 0172 or emailing Bookings are not taken for casual daytime berthing and berthing is normally available, with the exception of the New Year’s Eve period. To pay for casual berthing, head to Marina Café & Bar near the gangway. The privately-run Cockatoo Boat Storage offers casual berthing for private vessels at Camber Wharf on the island’s southern apron.
