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Whether you’re planning a corporate Have fun, family fun day, EOFY function, Christmas party or bring-your-kids- The Fly By Fun Team to-work-day; these venues provide top-notch facilities and amazing versatility. 1. Royal Botanic Gardens 10. The Pavilion 2. Luna Park 11. Rosherville Reserve 3. Centennial Park 12. Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park 4. Barangaroo Reserve 13. Museum of Contemporary Art 5. Taronga Zoo 14. ANZ Stadium 6. Sydney Showground 15. Bicentennial Park 7. Australian National Maritime Museum 16. Hacienda Sydney 8. Clark Park 17. Here Coworking 9. Archie Brothers 18. Rushcutters Bay Park The Royal Botanic Gardens
The Royal Botanic Gardens is a heritage-listed garden located within the centre of Sydney city. Whether you’re looking for an intimate venue, open spaces or an elegant backdrop, there will be a site within the Garden to fulfill your requirements.
This location is great for all weather types and seasons, as it has both indoor and outdoor venues. The majority of the toilets are available to the public, with some venues providing private access. Temporary toilets can be arranged upon request. Some venues also contain fully equipped cooking and kitchen facilities.
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Maiden Theatre Great Venue for Daytime events, including launches, workshops and cocktail style
THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS functions. Capacity: 120 guests
Rathborne Lodge Restored Sandstone building, known previously as the resistance of the Governors Gardener. Perfect venue for your next team building, meeting, conference or workshop. Capacity: 50 guests FLY BY FUN FAVOURITE Palm House The Palm House was erected in 1876 and is the oldest glasshouse in New South Wales. Morgan Stanley held their Flooded with natural light, the Palm House sits in a beautiful garden setting and makes Family Day in the Palm for a unique venue to get people talking. Capacity: 120 guests House with a face painter and balloon twister. The Calyx Guest can immerse themselves in this greenery inspired venue, as they sip on wine and indulge in fine dining canapés. Perfect for Christmas Events, or formal celebrations. Capacity: 100 - 400 guests
The Lion Gate Stunning Lodge in a Victorian sandstone setting. The cottage has a paved courtyard and large permanent awning. Capacity: 180 guests THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Catering OUTDOORS Self-catering Tarpeian Lawn Toilets The Tarpeian Lawn is the perfect spot if fly by fun tip! you’re looking for an outdoor area that can Disabled access accommodate a large group. It’s close to The sprawling lawns are fantastic public transport and within walking distance Hire entertainment for Easter egg hunts! IMC Trading of the Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay and hosted their Family Day on the Hire inflatables Tarpeian Lawn with Easter The Rocks. Capacity: 300 guests crafts and an Easter Bunny meet and greet. Bennelong Lawn Amazing venue where a marquee can be hired to create an intimate setting. The venue has views of the opera house
forecourt, allowing for great photo THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS opportunities. Capacity: 450 guests
Fleet Steps Amazing views of Sydney’s iconic landmarks. Perfect for both night and day events, and even better when the sunsets. A marquee can be organised to Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney accommodate to your needs. Capacity: 800 guests 02 9231 8111
Rose Gardens and Pavilion Lovely sandstone pavilion which has www.rbgsyd.nsw.gov.au access to private toilets. The flowers bloom from September through to May, [email protected] complementing the spectacular views all year round. Capacity: 80 guests in the Pavilion, 200 guests total Luna Park
The Luna Park Precinct, is a heritage-listed amusement park in Milsons Point, offering amazing views of Sydney Harbour. The park provides rides and attractions to help
LUNA PARK entertain the children, while you sit back and relax.
The range of indoor and outdoor venues can offer natural light or draping options if required, ample break out areas, stalls, picnic tables, BBQ equipment, full kitchen facilities or full catering packages.
With Wifi technology, accessible loading dock facilities, secretariats and entrance options, easy public transport options and parking for 389 vehicles, Luna Park Venues provide simple and straightforward options for guests and organisers alike
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Crystal Ball Room Heritage Listed Palace, which allows flexibility in creating your scene the way you want it. The venue is perfect for all occasions, in particular family fun days. Capacity: 300 sitdown, 600 cocktail
Sunset Room A light and intimate room, which is directly above the Crystal Ball Room, however offering a little bit of a more exclusive and intimate setting. Capacity: 200 sitdown,350 cocktail
Palais Perfect Venue for your next corporate dinner event. This venue is not only indoor, but has an exclusive veranda which offers a 180 degree view of the harbour. Capacity: 120 FLY BY FUN sit down, 250 Cocktail FAVOURITE Coca-Cola Amatil, Optiver Ted Hopkins Room and Parkview Construction Situated on the first floor of the crystal ballroom. This room has amazing harbour have chosen Lavender views and ideal for presentations, conferences and intimate dinner. The venue has its Green for previous Family Days. own kitchen and bathrooms. Capacity: sit down 200, 350 cocktail THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Sonar Sydney Catering Located next to Luna Park’s Face, the Sonar Self-catering function centre specialises in live music and LUNA PARK entertainment functions with a permanent Toilets stage and the latest sound and lighting technology. The facility has its own bathroom Disabled access facilities and private bar, and the versatility to be dressed in a formal setting. Hire entertainment Capacity: sitdown 19, 200 cocktail Hire inflatables
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The Big Top Offering supreme flexibility and the latest in state of the art technology. One of the leading venues in Sydney for product launches, award nights, exhibitions, conferences, banquet dinners and cocktail parties. Capacity: 1,100 sitdown, 2,900 cocktail
OUTDOORS 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point fly by fun tip! Lavender Green 02 9033 7540 Coca-Cola Amatil held their A large 780sqm outdoor lawn area right on Family Day on Lavender Green Sydney Harbour, and overlooking Lavender www.lunaparksydney.com and Fly By Fun provided a Soft Bay. Lavender Green includes a range of Play Zone and Magic & Circus additional options to make your outdoor Show to complement the event complete – including marquees, stalls, [email protected] Luna Park atmosphere! picnic tables, umbrellas, BBQs, catering equipment, food and beverage packages. This is a very popular venue of Fly By Fun’s clients. Capacity: 1,000 cocktail Centennial Park
Centennial Park is Sydney’s playground in the inner east, offering wide open spaces and native flora. It is one of the main areas that make up Centennial Parklands and includes its own gardens, ponds, playgrounds and sports fields.
Covering 189 hectares, it features formal gardens, ponds, grand avenues, statues, heritage buildings and sporting fields. It also has a restaurant, café, kiosk and visitor FLY BY FUN information counter. The sheer size and diversity of the park makes it an extremely CENTENNIAL PARK FAVOURITE popular space for large gatherings. YPO Sydney held their Christmas Party in Centennial Homestead with Santa Claus and INDOORS Christmas crafts. Centennal Homestead: Wisteria Room and Kitchen Venue Known as the heart of the park. The Venue caters to your needs offering you either casual or formal settings, as well as different menus allowing you to set the scene during the day or at night. Capacity: sitdown, 700 cocktail The Discovery Centre This modern venue offers versatile indoor and outdoor spaces and facilities. It has direct access to The Ian Potter Children’s WILD PLAY Garden and is surrounded by a spacious covered deck. The venue includes an outdoor kitchenette and barbecue pavilion with picnic tables. Capacity: 70 indoors, 50 covered deck, 80 outdoor area
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One More Shot Pond This delightful pond is fringed with willow trees and named after one of the 31 statues that were originally located throughout Centennial Park – a larger than life hunter with a dog at his heels. Capacity: 200 guests
Church Grounds Located near the Randwick Gates, the Church Grounds offer approximately 14,000m2 of level grass area and views of the Sydney skyline. Capacity: 2,000 guests THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Brazilian Fields Catering This particular venue is perfect for companies which need a large amount of space to do a range of activities. It is a large flat and open area with a beautiful pine forest backdrop Kitchen facilities perfect for those photo opportunities. The Venue can be accompanied with a Marquee and Self-catering temporary toilets. Brazilian Fields is simply a large space to design your event from start to finish. It is perfect for family fun days, fairs and fundraisers. Capacity: 5,000 guests Toilets
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fun tip! 02 9339 6699 (Parklands) Atlassian held their 02 9380 9350 (Homestead) Family & Friends Day in www.centennialparklands.com.au the Brazilian Fields with www.centennialhomestead.com.au over 5000 guests. [email protected] Fly By Fun provided a glitter [email protected] bar, pony rides, petting zoo, face painters, caricaturists, bubble artist, balloonists, magicians and interactive crafts for kids and adults! Barangaroo Reserve
Exceptionally positioned and naturally spectacular, Barangaroo Reserve marks the transformation of Sydney’s industrial harbour foreshore into a sprawling six-hectare parkland. With Sydney Harbour as the ultimate backdrop, the Reserve is an original and inspiring destination for family fun days and corporate events.
Walumil Lawns This beautiful outdoor venue is perfect if you’re having your Family Day any time from October-March and are wanting an outdoor picnic vibe. Walumil Lawns comprises of four expanses of lawn overlooking Wulugul Walk and the iconic Sydney Harbour. This venue is easily accessible, with car parking on site as well as entries via train, bus, taxi BARANGAROO RESERVE or walking from Circular Quay, Wynyard and Darling Harbour.
Embodying grassed slopes, native flora, water views and stunning sandstone, this venue is guaranteed to provide a picturesque setting that parents and children will love. Walumil Lawns may be hired individually or collectively for your next corporate event. Capacity: 7,000 (all four lawns)
The Cutaway The Cutaway is a unique cultural venue, which is a below-ground concrete space offering flexibility for a range of large-scale events. The expansive, super-sized concrete void is Sydney’s newest and most unique cultural venue.
This location is able to host a range of events including exhibitions, corporate functions, gala dinners and Family Fun Days. Located just a step away from the CBD at Barangaroo Reserve, this space is a great undercover choice for your family fun day gathering. Capacity: 3,500 guests They alsohave aliquorlicense. E: [email protected] complete withbio-plates and personalised printed menus. styled gourmethampers, W: popuppicnic.com.au W: who provide incredibly Contact Pop UpPicnic Need catering? fun tip! fly by THIS VENUEHAS/ALLOWS: marquees Outdoor furniture and Table/chair hire Children’s exhibits Hire inflatables Hire entertainment Disabled access Toilets Self-catering Kitchen facilities Catering Alcohol [email protected] barangaroo/venues/ www.barangaroo.com/see-and-do/ 02 92551700 Hickson Road, Barangaroo
BARANGAROO RESERVE Taronga Zoo
Taronga Zoo is a very unique destination, offering an event space for many different situations. Not only can the grounds hold a large capacity for your next social corporate function, but also offering you a memorable boardroom meeting experience.
The venue is a short 12 minute ferry ride from circular quay, and is situated within the TARONGA ZOO North Shore of the beautiful Mosman waters. When hiring this unique experience, your guests can arrive on the community ferry, water taxi or even a booked charter. What isn’t there to love?
Bring your children along and let them engage with the animals at the park. Fly By Fun have hosted many events at Taronga zoo, with face painting being a popular options as the children pretend to be their favourite animals.
Events at Taronga Zoo are managed by their catering partner, Epicure.
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The Taronga Centre Breathtaking floor to ceiling 180-degree views of Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge make it Sydney’s most sought-after event space. Capacity: Combining both the Terrace and Ballroom: 380 sitdown, 550 cocktail
fly by fun tip! Harbourview Terrace Amazon Web Services hosted Located above the ballroom sits the Harbourview Terrace. With beautiful panorama their Family Day at Taronga Zoo views of the Zoo grounds and Sydney Harbour, this is a versatile space perfect for and used a Fly By Fun expert dinners, cocktail parties, conferences, and social celebrations. Capacity: 130 sitdown, balloon twister to provide kids a 200 cocktail fantastic animal souvenir to take home! Harbourview Ballroom The largest of all function spaces, the Harbourview Ballroom is a contemporary and sophisticated space with stunning floor-to-ceiling glass windows and spectacular views of the city skyline and Sydney Harbour. Capacity: 250 sitdown, 350 cocktail THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Heritage Boardroom Catering Great offsite meeting location, placed on top of the Plaza heritage entrance building. Kitchen facilities Capacity: 18 boardroom Self-catering TARONGA ZOO Taronga Food Market Toilets Seating of up to 250 guests, perfect sit down dinner environment overlooking the famous Disabled access Thai elephant enclosure. Capacity: 250 sit down, 1,000 cocktail (without furniture) Hire entertainment Hire inflatables The View The restaurant features a private bar, floor to Generators ceiling windows, an internal sound system, private balcony and an open plan rustic feel. Children’s exhibits Capacity: 60 sitdown, 80 cocktail Outdoor furniture and marquees OUTDOORS
Forage and Graze Located within the entrance of the zoo, where guests are encouraged to have pre-drinks before walking down to their Bradleys Head Road, Mosman exclusive venue for the official function. The venue has a large outdoor area. Capacity: 40 02 9969 2400 sitdown, 100 cocktail. If using outside this is an additional 300 people. www. taronga.org.au www.epicure.com.au/venues/taronga-centre Lawn Event Space Perfect location with stunning views of the [email protected] harbour bridge. The venue offers to set up a marquee for a dinner or lunch event, otherwise this is a great location for a BBQ or event an outdoor cinema experience. Capacity: 2,000 guests Sydney Showground
Sydney Showground offers a wide variety of spaces from pavilions, halls, continuous indoor pillarless space, and a world-class stadium.
Whether you’re putting on a sports carnival, music festival, concert, exhibition, corporate dinner, conference, or a needed film location, the award-winning events team at Sydney Showground make it the ultimate experience. Plus, they will help you make the most of services and infrastructure available at Sydney Olympic Park such as public transport, parking and hotels.
All venues are classified as Indoor spaces, perfect for conferences, product launches
SYDNEY SHOWGROUND and corporate dinners. All venues have private bathrooms, and some have their own kitchens, allowing for lunches and morning teas to be prepped.
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The Dome Spectacular timber structure, and being one of the largest clear span space within Sydney. Although used for festivals and sporting events, the air-conditioned room has its own kitchen, and is the perfect place to host a family fun day and product launches. Capacity: Standing 7,000 guests
Exhibition Hall Great venue to be hired in conjunction with the Dome. It offers great flexibility for medium to major exhibitions. Capacity: 7,400 guests
Stadium Room Offering amazing views of the spotless stadium and views of Sydney from the SkyDeck. The room has plasma television allowing you to watch sporting games, which may be live in front of your eyes. VIP catering is available within this room, as well as an industrial quality kitchen. Capacity: 225 guests THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Sydney Royal Stables Catering A unique Australian building, featuring natural light, hardwood floors and dedicated kitchen Kitchen facilities and bar. This is a great venue for a sit down Self-catering meal or cocktail function. Capacity: 200 guests Toilets Jenk & Kelly Pavilions Inspired by Australian traditional agricultural Disabled access buildings. The venue has direct vehicle access and many access points, allowing for a range Hire entertainment of different events to be created. Hire inflatables Capacity: 3,200 guests Generators Howie Complex This unique event space is split over two Children’s exhibits levels with the ground floor opening onto a landscaped outdoor area with tiered seating. Capacity: 1,100 guests SYDNEY SHOWGROUND
Hubs There are two rooms which can be booked individually or as a single 1 Showground Road space. There is AV Facilities which Sydney Olympic Park is perfect for seminars and or small fly by fun tip! meetings. Capacity: 180 guests 02 9704 1111
VISY took advantage of the ample www.sydneyshowground.com.au space by installing Fly By Fun Soft Play Zones for their Family Day at Sydney Showground! [email protected] Australian National Maritime Museum
The Australian National Maritime Museum is home to Australia’s maritime collections, exhibitions, research and archaeology. All of the venues offer on-site AV support, Food and Beverage catering by award-winning caterer ‘Laissez-Faire’, close proximity to the CBD, photography services and stunning harbour-side location and views. This museum also has plenty of kids exhibitions to explore with the kids afterwards, making it a packed day full of fun.
Endeavour Pavilion The most iconic waterfront location the Museum has to offer, with views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline. This venue will create a unique event experience with a great atmosphere. This venue is perfect for Spring and Summer, as the views will be full of clear skies and sparkling waters. Capacity: 180 sitdown, 200 cocktail
Yots Waterside This venue is the absolute waterfront location, with direct views of the vibrant marina during the day. This stylish venue overlooks the historic vessel collection and the Darling Harbour precinct. Flexible bi-fold glass walls can enclose or open up the space to your specific needs, along with an in-house sound system, data projector and a dual room configuration. Perfect for a larger Family Fun Day that won’t feel enclosed or restricted. Capacity: 180 sitdown, 300 cocktail AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM
Ben Lexcen Terrace This spacious rooftop terrace is the museum’s star attraction. This versatile space is perfect for your next unique or exclusive event. This open-air covered venue will provide plenty of space for the guests while they admire the spectacular city skyline and harbour views Capacity: 350 sitdown, 400 cocktail submarines and restored boats, With tall ships, navy vessels,
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wonderful nautical or pirate themed event! THIS VENUEHAS/ALLOWS: marquees Outdoor furniture and Table/chair hire Children’s exhibits Hire inflatables Hire entertainment Disabled access Toilets Self-catering Kitchen facilities Catering Alcohol [email protected] www.sea.museum/venues 02 92983649 2 Murray Street, Sydney
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CLARK PARK views of Lavender Bay, Harbour Kitchen facilities Bridge and the city. This spacious location is great for the dry seasons Self-catering as it features open grassy spaces with picnic tables, seats, established trees Toilets and historic sandstone walling. With public toilets, water fountains and Disabled access various sculptures scattered through Hire entertainment the park, this is a great choice for a corporate event that includes kids. Hire inflatables
Public transport is the best option Children’s exhibits to arrive at this location as parking Table/chair hire is limited in the surrounding streets. The parklands are a 10 minute walk Outdoor furniture and from North Sydney railway station marquees or just a quick 5 minute walk from Milsons Point ferry wharf. Permits and bookings on the parkland are only required if there is a group larger Harbourview Crescent, Milsons Point than 60 people, however if a jumping fly by fun tip! castle/ amusement/ animal farm is 02 9936 8100 Fly By Fun’s petting zoo includes present regardless of the number of a farmer host to assist guests in people in the group. getting up close and personal www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au with a range of animals! Capacity: 250 guests [email protected]
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fly by fun tip! This venue is conveniently located THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS: in the CBD while being nestled in Taylor Construction held their the tranquil Botanic Gardens. It has Family Day here for 300 guests. a contemporary look and fresh new Alcohol THE PAVILION Fly By Fun provided a petting vibe, overlooking the Art Gallery of Catering zoo, face painter, a giant NSW. The Pavilion is a park oasis bubble artist and more! that can be tailored to any company’s Self-catering needs with conference, ceremonies, launches, breakfasts and large scale Toilets event facilities. Disabled access
The leafy escape offers clients and Hire entertainment guests the flexibility to create an indoor and outdoor environment. Hire inflatables There are two outdoor terraces overlooking the lawn, and an indoor Generators restaurant area with an impressive Outdoor furniture and circular bar. marquees
If the restaurant is not exclusively hired out, guests from the party must use the bathrooms within the restaurant. 1 Art Gallery Road, Sydney
Capacity: 100-1,000 guests depending 1300 300 278 on arrangements www.pavilionrestaurant.com.au
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ROSHERVILLE RESERVE Entertainment Quarter at Moore Park
The EQ is the ultimate entertainment destination in Sydney. It is set in a central location and offers a diverse range of venues designed to cater for any event in mind. All that is required is a seven day turn around to book and organise your event.
It is easily accessible by road or public transport, as well as plenty of parking at the EQ, with over 2000 spaces in the Wilson Car Park located off Errol Flynn Blvd. Cafes and restaurants surround this space as well as access to power, public toilets and undercover areas.
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Backyard Burger Kitchen This venue has welcoming indoor and outdoor spaces that specialise in functions for groups up to 265 people. Flexible catering options are also available, as well as servicing of alcohol. Areas include seating in the main room as well as direct access to the outside beer garden, the main bar and outside deck. Capacity: 265 guests
The Bavarian This cafe is a vibrant, family-friendly dining destination that also holds functions of
ENTERTAINMENT QUARTER AT MOORE PARK all sizes. It consists of two large levels as well as an Upper Deck that holds up to 200 people. Other components are an outdoor terrace, private bar, catering and a great view of the rest of the EQ. Capacity: 200 guests
Fratelli Fresh Inspired by the beautiful Italian vineyards, this dining area and beer garden is a great space for large groups to have fun and socialise. Surrounded by luscious greenery and zesty lemon and olive trees, this restaurant will offer amazing atmosphere, catering as well as flexible indoor and outdoor spaces. Capacity: 125 guests THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS: OUTDOORS
Heritage Park Alcohol Heritage Park is a beautiful grassed oasis located in a quieter, more private part of EQ. Historical fig trees are the highlight of this location, providing shade during the day and Catering creating a great atmosphere for a Family Fun Day. This is the ideal space for an outdoor Kitchen facilities event without being too exposed and bright. Capacity: 250 sit down, 600 cocktail Self-catering The Market Canopy the Market Canopy is ideal for those wanting the atmosphere of an outdoor event space, Toilets while avoiding the risk of inclement weather with majority of the space undercover. Disabled access Capacity: 550 sit down, 1,800 cocktail Hire entertainment The Showring The Showring is described as the heart of EQ. Once home to the Royal Easter Show, this Hire inflatables space is a versatile option as you can hire the whole area or just a section. This venue is perfect for Family Fun Days and team building activities as there is plenty of room for the Children’s exhibits kids to run around and have fun. Capacity: 10,000 guests Table/chair hire Outdoor furniture and marquees
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[email protected] Museum of Contemporary Art
Located on one of Sydney’s most spectacular sites, The Museum of Contemporary Art is dedicated to exhibiting, collecting and interpreting the work of today’s artists. With stylish and contemporary backdrops, MCA’s venues can be transformed to create just the right look and atmosphere for your event.
There are a range of venues to choose from, all varying with views of the Sydney Harbour, Sydney Opera House or the City Skyline. Any venue at the MCA will create an exceptional Family Fun Day experience, with guaranteed amazing views and an atmosphere full of Australia’s renowned artwork.
Harbourside Room This superb rooftop location has panoramic views of the Harbour, Sydney Opera House
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART and the Bridge viewed through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows or the harbourside terrace. Pivoting glass doors open out onto partly covered terrace and outdoor areas. Capacity: 200 sitdown, 300 cocktail
Quayside Room Located on the rooftop of the Museum of Contemporary Art, the Quayside Room offers a sleek, elegant and contemporary backdrop for all occasions. Fitted with lime-washed cedar ceilings, Australian hardwood flooring and floor-to-ceiling glass windows, enjoy uninterrupted views across Sydney Harbour, the Sydney Opera House and the city skyline. Capacity: 110 sitdown, 150 cocktail
Garden Terrace Located on the ground floor, this alfresco terrace makes a spectacular location especially in the warmer months as it has a lush, garden feel. The Terrace’s location overlooks Tallawoladah Lawn and Circular Quay, and has sweeping views of the Harbour across to the Sydney Opera House. Capacity: 80 sitdown, 150 cocktail THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Sculpture Terrace Catering Located on Level 4, the understated yet luxurious finishes of the Sculpture Terrace provide a sleek contemporary backdrop to suit any occasion.Capacity: 120 sitdown, 300 cocktail Kitchen facilities Self-catering Foundation Hall Blending 1930s Art Deco P&O style, this impressive ballroom with seven-metre high Toilets ceilings and a terrace overlooking the Harbour creates a dramatic backdrop for any event. Once the original reception hall of the former Maritime Services Board, the space has Disabled access been beautifully refurbished using traditional materials such as marble, stone, timber and Hire entertainment fabric blend with modern finishes to create a distinctive contemporary edge. Capacity: 300 sitdown, 750 cocktail Hire inflatables
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Children’s entertainment such as face-painting and balloons complement the vibrant colours of the Museum. 140 George Street, The Rocks
02 9245 2480
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[email protected] ANZ Stadium
ANZ Stadium is home to Australia’s biggest sporting events - and their function facilities are equally as impressive. All function rooms feature natural light and sweeping views of either the arena or the leafy surrounds of the Sydney Olympic Park precinct. ANZ STADIUM
Other convenient amenities that they offer is high speed WiFi, 5 star in-house catering, public transport, parking options and an atmosphere that is sure to make individuals feel inspired. Any of these function rooms will provide a unique setting for a large company corporate event that will be one to remember.
Here are the best of the ANZ Stadium’s 15 indoor and outdoor function spaces.
Platinum Lounge Offers the most impressive and unobstructed views of the stadium playing area. Capacity: 400 sitdown, 600 Cocktail
Tryline Rooms Set into the stadium’s four corners and all offer impressive views over the arena. Capacity: 250 sitdown, 200 Cocktail
Private Suites Overlook the arena entirely at an elevated height, includes a private kitchen. Capacity: 60 sitdown, 50 Cocktail
The Millenium & Members’ Rooms Both rooms are magnificent and similarly feature a custom-built dividing wall for use of all or just part of the room. They boast 6.5m floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing plenty of natural light. The Millenium Room offers breathtaking views overlooking Sydney Olympic Park, while the Members’ Room looks west towards the Blue Mountains. Capacity: 850 sitdown, 1,500 Cocktail THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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The Arena Catering The ANZ Stadium playing area is the ultimate space for team-building events and is certain to bring the wow-factor. This arena has seen some of the greatest moments in Kitchen facilities Australia’s sporting and entertainment history, making it a great venue to create a special
Self-catering ANZ STADIUM Family Fun Day. The two arena big screens can be utilised to broadcast live video footage, visual presentations or even display your company’s logo. Capacity: flexible Toilets
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Hire inflatables fly by fun tip! Children’s exhibits Table/chair hire Request the house PA system to project an 80,000-strong crowd Outdoor furniture and cheer as your guests enter the marquees (permitted in The arena. It makes a big impact Arena only) and establishes the exciting tone for the day!
Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park
02 8765 3102
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[email protected] Bicentennial Park (Sydney Olymic Park)
Bicentennial Park is a diverse natural park with 40 hectares of lush greenery in Sydney. There are various site hire options on the parklands, all suitable for any corporate event whether you want a formal experience or a relaxed picnic day where the kids can run around. This location also features playgrounds, picnic shelters, barbecues, toilets and several car parks. BICENTENNIAL PARK The indoor venue has multiple catering options available however catering is not an option for outdoor venues. Nonetheless, you can self-cater or partner with catering company Pop Up Picnic who will come and cater your event, otherwise there are a range of cafes onsite that you can stop by.
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Arc of Pines A peaceful and secluded open space that is bordered by pine trees overlooking Lake Belvedere. Marquees aren’t permitted so this area would be ideal for the warmer months with great natural lighting. Capacity: 200 guests
Cathy Freeman Park A large open grassed area available for a range of outdoor events. Consisting of lush lawns and fig trees, this is a great spot for a Family Fun Day with also a well equipped playground for the kids. Capacity: 9,000 guests
The Treillage A beautiful spot with tree lined paved areas as well as close to water features. This space also has the option to climb to the top of the observation tower to admire the views of Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park and the city skyline. Capacity: 200 guests THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS:
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Waterview Function Centre Catering If you are looking for a more formal setting, the Waterview venue is an indoor conference Kitchen facilities centre for events ranging from cocktail parties, private functions, product launches and Family Fun Days. The venue has four separate function areas that can hold 250-540 people. All events Self-catering have catering and all share spectacular views of the Bicentennial Park. Capacity: 250-540 guests depending on the function room Toilets
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Exclusive hire Hire entertainment Exclusive weekday events are on trend and Hacienda Sydney can Children’s exhibits deliver this with one of Sydney’s Table/chair hire best views. The venue can be hired out exclusively on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and can accommodate up to 200 guests. Capacity: 200 cocktail 61 Macquarie Street, Sydney Half bar hire Half of the venue can be hired for up 02 9256 4011 to 100 people in the Northern End Terrace which features uninterrupted views of the harbour bridge. The haciendasydney.com.au/functions space will be roped off for private use and the remainder of the bar will [email protected] operate as normal and open to the public. Capacity: 100 cocktail
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THIS VENUE HAS/ALLOWS: Rushcutters Bay Park is a large open foreshore location, filled with expansive areas of grass that Alcohol overlooks parts of the city and a lovely marina. This venue is a great option Catering for an outdoor Family Fun Day, as it Kitchen facilities has a reputation of being peaceful and relaxing where you can sit back, have Self-catering fun and admire the views. Toilets This urban paradise is ideal for Disabled access RUSHCUTTERS BAY PARK seasons such as spring and summer, where the atmosphere will be warm Hire entertainment and full of fresh air and natural lighting. Other features include a Hire inflatables playground for the kids, accessible toilets and the park having the ability Children’s exhibits to hold a large capacity of people. Table/chair hire fly by fun tip! Encourage families to invite the furry Outdoor furniture and members of the family as dogs are marquees Encourage kids to be active in permitted on leash at all times and the park. Book a Fly By Fun Yoga unleashed between 3:30pm and New Beach Road, Darling Point instructor to keep kids busy with 10:30am. yoga routines, mandala design activities and more fun Capacity: 100 guests 02 9391 7077 physical exercises. woollahra.nsw.gov.au/recreation/parks,_ reserves_and_playgrounds/list_of_parks_ and_playgrounds
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