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Free Weekend Parking
Mon, 10 Aug
Dine at Cockle Bay Wharf venues on weekends or NSW Public Holidays and claim free Wilson Parking when you spend $50 or more at any restaurant or bar. Present your receipt to the security office in Town Square on the same day. Available Friday entry after 5pm, Saturday, Sunday and NSW Public Holidays. Not available for pre-booked parking, or events and functions at Dockside or L’Aqua. Offer valid to 30 December 2026.
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Fireworks on Cockle Bay
Mon, 10 Aug
Visit Cockle Bay Wharf for a front row seat to the free Darling Harbour fireworks. Enjoy the view from one of the many restaurants, cafes and bars at Cockle Bay Wharf and experience the pyrotechnics over Darling Harbour. November has no fireworks due to the Sydney International Boat Show. December features fireworks on Saturday 5 December at 21:00, Thursday 31 December at 21:00 and midnight on Thursday 31 December.
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Start with Dinner Stay for More
Mon, 10 Aug
Gather by the water at Cockle Bay Wharf for sunset drinks, long dinners with friends, good food, great company and harbour views. Featured dining venues include Nick’s Seafood Restaurant, I’m Angus Steakhouse, Adria Bar Restaurant, Baia The Italian, Café del Mar, Blackbird Cafe and Pontoon. Free weekend parking is available.
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Live Music at Adria Bar Restaurant
Mon, 10 Aug
Enjoy a spectrum of genres, from smooth soul melodies to upbeat dance-funk rhythms and iconic rock and pop classics, featuring local DJs and Sydney entertainer Zoltan with saxophone performances. Every bite is accompanied by live music.
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Live Music at Blackbird Cafe
Mon, 10 Aug
A rotating lineup of local musicians performs live every Friday night. Enjoy a relaxed evening, whether stopping by for a casual drink or staying for the full evening.
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DJs at Pontoon Bar
Mon, 10 Aug
Every Friday and Saturday night, the dance floor comes alive with DJs and great vibes by the water. Free entry all night.
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Live Music and DJs at Home The Venue
Mon, 10 Aug
Home The Venue presents world class DJs, immersive lighting, multiple levels of dance floors, bars and chill-out spaces every weekend. Check the venue website for the live music events scheduled each week.
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Live Jazz at Rouge Bar & Dining
Mon, 10 Aug
Live jazz music includes seven-piece blues and jazz groups, soloists and karaoke nights, creating a sophisticated and charming atmosphere.
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Adria Bar Restaurant Happy Hour
Mon, 10 Aug
Enjoy sunset drinks, light bites and waterfront views with Mediterranean-inspired happy hour sessions.
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Baia the Italian Happy Hour
Mon, 10 Aug
Enjoy 49% off all alcoholic drinks, including signature cocktails, international wines and craft beers.
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Blackbird Cafe Happy Hour
Mon, 10 Aug
Enjoy drink specials, classic cocktails and harbour views during happy hour.
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Cafe Del Mar Happy Hour
Mon, 10 Aug
Enjoy rooftop happy hour with Darling Harbour views, $7.00 house wines, beers and spirits, plus 49% off curated cocktails and tapas.
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As the days cool and the harbour lights start to glow earlier, Cockle Bay Wharf is the perfect place to...
- Restaurant
- Harbor or marina
- Dining and drinking
- Pier
- Food court