SOCIAL EVENTS
In the heart of Circular Quay
Waterfront Events Venue
Celebrate with a view as unforgettable as the occasion.
Perched on the edge of Circular Quay with the city skyline as your backdrop, Cruise Bar & Restaurant and Melba’s Rooftop (located on level 3) are made for events that impress.
From birthdays and engagements to anniversaries, bridal showers, cocktail soirées and more, our flexible multi-level venue offers light-filled indoor and outdoor spaces for seated and cocktail events with food flowing freely throughout your package. Enhance your celebration with interactive food stations, add-ons and a choice of three beverage package tiers.
Your dedicated Event Coordinator will guide you from enquiry to event day, ensuring everything is perfect for you and your group. Explore our packages and event options below, and connect with our team to book a site visit and see how we can bring your event to life!
OUR SPACES
CRUISE BAR & RESTAURANT LEVEL 1
Courtyard and indoor/outdoor spaces, suitable for large-scale activations and cocktail events. The space is equipped with a microphone, LED screen, stage and DJ decks.
Capacity: 600 pax standing
CRUISE BAR & RESTAURANt LEVEL 2
Indoor dining and restaurant spaces, suitable for seated and cocktail events. The space is equipped with a microphone, 65 inch roll away TV* and DJ decks.
Capacity: 135 pax standing | 60 pax seated
MELBA’S ROOFTOP
LEVEL 3
Rooftop setting with mixed indoor/outdoor spaces, ideal for cocktail events, weddings and conferences. The space is equipped with a microphone, 65 inch roll away TV* and DJ decks.
Capacity: 400 pax standing | 50 pax seated
whole venue takeover
Planning something big? Combine all three levels for a private, multi-level celebration on Sydney’s iconic harbour. With space for up to 1,135 guests, it’s the perfect way to host product launches, company celebrations, big activations and more.
Capacity: 1,135 pax standing
*Subject to availability.
OUR PACKAGES
If you are looking to host a celebration smaller than 15 people, you can make a standard booking here.
For semi-private events please click here.
SHARED SOCIAL PACKAGEs
Perfect for birthdays, family celebrations and group events, this tiered package includes shared grazing and substantial platters, alongside a beverage package of your choice.
Options to add-on cocktails and Champagne to help toast the occasion.
Starting from $90pp
cocktail style events
Our most popular package. This offer includes free-flowing classic and substantial canapés, alongside a beverage package of your choice.
Additional upgrades and stations available including a Seafood Bar, Hibachi Station, Gelato Cart and more.
Starting from $140pp
SEATED events
Choose between a two or three course seated alternate serve menu alongside the beverage package of your choice.
We can also tailor your experience with optional canapé add-ons and other upgrades.
Starting from $120pp
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Exclusive venue hire includes complimentary AV (PA system, microphone and DJ deck), free-flowing canapé service throughout your event (cocktail-style events only), and basic event theming.
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Yes. We cater for most dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free. Please advise your Event Coordinator at least 10 days before your event.
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Yes. You're welcome to bring your own entertainment. We can also recommend trusted suppliers for entertainment, DJ’s, audio visual, styling, furniture hire, photobooths and more.
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Yes, our venue is fully accessible with lift access to all levels.
Paid parking is available at the Overseas Passenger Terminal (subject to availability) and throughout Circular Quay. A designated outdoor smoking area is also available.
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We have wet weather plans in place and will work with you to ensure your event runs seamlessly, whatever the weather.
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Yes. Guests under 18 are welcome until 10:00pm when accompanied by a responsible adult.