christmas party venues

LIVE, LAUGH, LET'S GO THE PUB

 

 

The end of the year is almost upon us. The fifth season, dubbed ‘Silly Season’ by meteorologists, is the time of year where every weekday in December feels like a Friday and all your group chats are going off well before 5pm. Between the highlights and the lowlights, your lap around the sun in 2023 is almost complete. But no lap is complete without that end of year blowout where you look back on the year that was and laugh, smile, cringe and cry, surrounded by your nearest and dearest with a raised glass firmly in hand.
 

Whether it’s a with bottle of bubbly to celebrate the year just gone, a jug or two of golden nectar to cheers to the year ahead, or a boozy Christmas feast of pubby proportions to bring everyone together.; every end of year celebration is sacred and we understand that.​

Good mates make the world go round, so we propose a little exchange: Your mates. Our pub. Sound good? Sweet as.​

EASTERN SUBURBS

Kings Cross

KINGS CROSS HOTEL

If variety is the spice of life, then The Kings Cross Hotel has you covered for your Christmas celebration. Soaring six floord of fabulous entertainment, mood-lifting music, iconic views overlooking Kings Cross, mouth-watering food and delicious drinks - Kings Cross Hotel has something for everyone. From the Bordello to the Balcony and leafy surrounds of the rooftop - escape the year that was and clock off with us at Kings Cross Hotel.

Double Bay

THE GOLDEN SHEAF

Serving as a magnet for generations of party-goers, Double Bay's premier drinking, dining, pet friendly and late-night destination provides the perfect escape to celebrate the festive season. Dig into delicious food with your mates, grab a cold beer under the giant fig tree in the Beer Garden or step it up with cocktails on the Rooftop and dance the night away to DJs and entertainment all weekend at The Golden Sheaf this Christmas.

Bondi Beach

NORTH BONDI FISH

When the backdrop is one of the world’s most iconic beaches and the waves are literally steps away, you know you’re somewhere special. North Bondi Fish’s enviable location makes a casually glamorous place to celebrate great Australian produce - and the festive season - aperitif in hand, of course. Channelling beachside chic at its finest, this front row seat to one of Australia’s most classic vistas speaks for itself.

Woollahra

CHISWICK

Discover a space where elegance meets revelry and intimate moments mingle with shared celebration. Where fine food and warm service promise a memorable setting for your Christmas event. Welcome to where grower and chef work hand in glove, surprise meets warmth and flair meets discipline. Serving honest magic, rough charm and memorable food.

Surry Hills

THE CLOCK

A neighbourhood institution, The Clock has long been the perfect Surry Hills go-to for great times with friends. It's the place to enjoy endless cocktails on the iconic Crown Street Balcony, soak up the sun in the Courtyard, or dance into the night to DJs. 


Endless drinks on our famous balcony overlooking Crown Street, soaking up the serenity in our sunken Courtyard, hitting the dancefloor upstairs on weekends or enjoying a drink and a feed in our Street Bar. The Clock Hotel is the place to be this silly season. With an elevated pub menu with a French twist, expertly crafted cocktails and unrivalled service, come clock off the year that was and raise a glass with good company.

Darlinghurst

DARLO BAR

A Darlinghurst favourite for all occasions, Darlo's rooftop Garden Bar offers a relaxed, open-air space perfect for Christmas celebrations big or small. It's 5pm all the time at Darlo Bar so gather your mates and join us for an end of year drink or two with your nearest and dearest.

Paddington

PADDO INN

Located on Oxford Street, Paddo Inn is a lively neighbourhood pub that's all about celebrating life’s greatest pleasures - good food and drink shared with friends and family. Squeeze that last bit of fun out of the year with us at Paddo Inn. We've saved you a seat.

Kingsford

THE REGENT

A Kingsford staple, The Regent is your friendly corner pub perfect for celebrating the silly season with your mates, your parents, your kids, your dog! Plus, if you're looking for a boogie on weekends, they have DJs every Friday and Saturday night from 10pm, making it the perfect Christmas party venue.

Surry Hills

GOROS

Goros is a weird and wonderful Japanese bar and party venue in the backstreets of Surry Hills. A one stop shop for a great night, with options for all occasions, channelling the energy of Japanese pop culture.

 

With three private karaoke rooms, and that all important late-night license, GOROS is a vibrant and dynamic venue with plenty to surprise and delight. Comfortably catering for bookings from 2 up to 250 people, GOROS is an eclectic playground loved by locals and beyond.

SYDNEY CBD & NORTHERN SUBURBS

Barangaroo

SMOKE

Message the group chat, cocktails are on us. Perched at the top of Barangaroo House, Smoke is a rooftop bar done right. Sip on crafted cocktails, explore the well travelled wine list or pop some Champagne with your friends, family or colleagues to celebrate the festive season. Gather your group, take in the view of Barangaroo on the spacious outdoor terrace and clink your glasses to good times.

Barangaroo

HOUSE BAR

Spilling onto a spacious terrace overlooking Darling Harbour, House Bar is a casual pub-like watering hole, where chilled escapism and sunny feels are the order of the day, every day. Perched on the ground level of Barangaroo House, House Bar is the perfect waterside Christmas party venue.

Barangaroo

REKŌDO

Washing up is hard, let us cook this Christmas. Turn up the volume on your end of year celebration at Rekōdo Restaurant & Vinyl Bar spinning on level 1 at Barangaroo House. A nod to Japanese listening rooms. Rekōdo (Japanese for record), blurs the line between food, drink and music to create an immersive restaurant and vinyl bar with a Japanese bent. Amp up the tempo on your Christmas celebration this year at Rekōdo.

Chippendale

CASA ROSA

Inspired by the iconic Palazzo Chupi ‘pink house’ in New York, this inner-Sydney cocktail bar and rooftop terrazzo lives and breathes its moniker, with walls awash in pink and rooms filled with eclectic furniture. From balmy afternoons with friends on the rooftop, a sublimely made Italiano-inspired cocktail in one hand, to wild, late-nights (and early mornings) dancing on the tables as the DJ spins Italo-disco beats. Casa Rosa is your good times Christmas party destination, located on Level 2 of the Abercombie.

Chippendale

THE ABERCROMBIE

The Abercrombie is a defining cultural experience like no other - a creative chameleon both day and night. Championing inclusivity, diversity and expression, our multi-level heritage-listed space houses three venues under one roof. On ground floor is the Abercrombie’s incredible club space, public bar, and beer garden. Upstairs to Level 1 we have the Sun Room. On level 2 you'll find Casa Rosa and in the adjoining terraces discover Lil Sis, our late-night wine bar. With a 24-hour license, expect epic non-stop Christmas parties with your crew at The Abercrombie.

Chippendale

LIL SIS

Lil Sis is Chippendale’s go-to wine bar and shop, inspired by the charming ‘cave à vins’ found in the neighbourhoods of Paris. The wines span old to new world, natural and biodynamic through to the more traditional. There’s no pomp and pretension about the place, just a refreshingly simple drinks menu, delicious food made to share and friendly staff. Let the Lil Sis team wine and dine you this holiday season.

Sydney CBD

CHOPHOUSE

With years of grill skill behind each wagyu, t-bone, sirloin and eye fillet, steak perfection is an art at Chophouse. Australian, quality sourced beef is the thing they do best. Conveniently located in Sydney’s CBD on Bligh street, let Chophouse cook you up a Christmas feast for your corporate lunch or dinner with friends and family this season.

 

Circular Quay

ARIA

'tis the season to celebrate and what better location than on the doorstep to the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge? Aria boasts one of Sydney’s most spectacular views with floor to ceiling windows so you'll never miss the view. Our award-winning restaurant co-owned by Matt Moran offers a sophisticated and intimate yet relaxed and inviting dining experience you will never forget.

Sydney CBD

THE EDINBURGH CASTLE

As you enter the doors of The Eddy, you’ll always be met by their warm and knowledgeable team whose great service rests on good old-fashioned values. Centrally located on Pitt Street, it's the perfect spot for hosting birthdays, team lunches and celebrating the year that was with a cocktail or two. On the ground floor you'll find the main bar featuring a warm and historic fit out. Head upstairs and you'll find the Dusk Club, a cosy, 1920's inspired cocktail lounge waiting to take you to a vibrant, fun hideaway from the busy streets of Sydney.

Willoughby

BRIDGEVIEW HOTEL

Located on Willoughby Rd. at the top of the hill, The Bridgey is local oriented, family-friendly pub. From trivia nights with the crew to fantastic food with the family and cold beers with the bestie - The Bridgey's bistro, rooftop terrace and Public Back Bar present you with great spaces to let the good times roll this silly season.

INNER WEST & WESTERN SUBURBS

Newtown

BANK HOTEL

Located on Newtown’s bustling King Street, The Bank Hotel is an iconic late night pub and the ultimate Christmas party venue in Sydney's inner west. From afternoons in the sun-filled courtyard, to rocking out at top floor rock’n’roll bar Waywards, The Bank is an ideal spot for festive occasions of all kinds. Whether it’s a get together with your mates, a cool corporate lunch or Christmas party - you can bank on us to throw good one.

Rooty Hill

CAROUSEL INN

Located in Rooty Hill, the Carousel Inn is a local pub through-and-through. A Christmas feast isn't complete without a juicy steak or golden schnitty - so let the Carousel Inn treat you and your crew to a relaxed end of year celebration in Sydney's western suburbs.

Erskineville

THE ERKO

Newly refurbished with a new menu to match, The Erko is all about locally sourced produce and friendly cooking with a familiar touch. With a relaxed atmosphere, it’s a fun, casual and laid back spot to celebrate Christmas with the gang, including your furry friends.

Newtown

THE MARLY

A local staple in Newtown, The Marly is where the good times roll. An inclusive venue for all genres of music, genders and generations, The Marly is home to live music, sunny afternoons spent in the Beer Garden and a whole lot of fun for Christmas celebrations like yours.

Petersham

PUBLIC HOUSE PETERSHAM

A constant rotation of craft beers, authentic and traditional wood-fired pizza and unforgettable memories await you at Public House Petersham. A haven for locals in the Inner West, PHP is a classic hotel style pub with a sun-drenched beer garden that frequents many Top 10 Inner West Beer Garden lists. With plenty of entertainment every night of the week, it's the ideal spot to spend summer with mates celebrating Christmas with your nearest and dearest.

Newtown

THE COURTY

Courthouse Hotel aka 'The Courty' is a Newtown icon. Vibrant, welcoming and a bit rough around the edges, it's a familiar, welcoming & safe space for the Inner West community. Share some food, catch up over a beer and celebrate the end of the year with your mates at your home away from home. With Newtown's most-loved beer garden, it's the perfect place to gather the gang together for a end of year bevvie.