Unlock The Rocks Weekend
Unlock The Rocks Weekend
04
Oct
05
Oct
Event

Unlock The Rocks Weekend

When
Saturday 4 & Sunday 5 October 
11am to 4pm 

 
Where

First Fleet Park and throughout The Rocks (see participating bars and restaurants)

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Price

FREE

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Sip, savour, feast and jam your way through The Rocks over Saturday and Sunday of the October long weekend!

Spring is here, the weather is warming up and it's the perfect time to sip, savour and feast your way through The Rocks like never before. 

Experience the Best of NSW Wine & Local Delights

Start your adventure at First Fleet Park, where you'll be greeted with the smooth sounds of live jazz music, plus an array from stalls from artisanal food vendors and NSW Wine. From the crisp cool-climate wines of PepperGreen Estate to Australia's most awarded Vat 1 Semillon wine by Tyrrells, you can savour the best of best of New South Wales' wine regions right here in the city. 

Indulge in Exclusive Food & Drink Specials in The Rocks

Hungry for more? Continue your journey deeper into The Rocks' historic laneways to uncover foodie specials at local restaurants and bars. Think a Sbagliano Station at Le Foote, freshly shucked oysters and seafood skewers Hooked & Harvest's Oyster Lounge and free beer tastings at The Australian Heritage Hotel. This is a food lover's paradise, so arrive with an appetite! 

Mark your calendar and get ready to Unlock The Rocks for a flavour-filled adventure.

First Fleet Park 

Artisan Stalls
Unlock an array of gourmet snacks at First Fleet Park - from fresh oysters (including shucking kits to take home!) or delicious charcuterie, this is the perfect start to your foodie adventure.
Jess' Cheese Shop
Visit Jess' Cheese Shop, for a specially curated cheese platter of your choice. Choose from one or all four cheese options! 
 
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Sydney Oyster Farm
Sydney Oyster Farm is situated on the pristine waters of the Hawkesbury River, only a 45 minute drive from the Sydney CBD. This family run oyster farm has been supplying oysters to Sydney for over 15 years. Experience oysters fresh from the farm at Unlock The Rocks. 
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Bar Coco Coffee
Craving great coffee, tea and something sweet? Bar Coco serves up smooth espresso, specialty teas and fresh-filled cannoli from their retro coffee cart.
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Jazz
              
Saturday, 11AM - 11.45AM & 12PM - 12.45PM
Abby, Andrew & also Arty
'Abby, Andrew and Also Arty' is a jazz trio based in Sydney, Australia, featuring drummer Abby Constable, guitarist Arthur Washington (Arty), and keyboardist Andrew Scott, known for their 60s soul and organ ensemble-inspired sound.
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Saturday 1.15pm - 2pm & 2.15pm - 3pm
Jiem
Emerging from Sydney’s vibrant music scene, Jiem has quickly established themselves with a style that combines the influence from Australian jazz innovators such as Phil Slater, Simon Barker, and Andrea Keller, with their own dynamic and inventive approach. The album features compositions that range from powerful ballads to complex improvisational pieces, highlighting the individual talents and collective strength of the ensemble.
 
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Sunday, 11AM - 11.45AM & 12PM - 12.45PM
Big Little Quartet

Meet The Big Little Quartet, Sydney's dynamic jazz band, formed in 2021. They've quickly become a staple at top Sydney venues like Shell House and Caterpillar Club, captivating audiences with their unique sound. This talented quartet masterfully blends original compositions with beloved tunes from the American jazz pantheon.

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Sunday, 1.15PM - 2PM & 2.15PM - 3PM
Lauren White Quartet
Sydney bassist and vocalist, Lauren White is known for her down-to-earth style, grounding bass and warm, soulful melodies. A natural storyteller and a unique voice in the Australian jazz landscape, Lauren reveals the poetic and romantic nature of the jazz repertoire.
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Saturday & Sunday 3pm - 4pm
Orget Sadiku
An exceptional musician, Orget is a master saxophonist and natural entertainer with extensive live performance experience. Widely considered one of Australia's leading players, he has toured internationally and holds residencies at top nightclubs. Career highlights include winning Albania's Got Talent and recording his hit song, Mr. SaxoBeat, which has over 300 million views on YouTube.
 
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Sat 4 and Sun 5 Oct
Pop Up Jazz Trail
Because you love Jazz Sessions in The Rocks, we’re turning up the volume for Unlock The Rocks Weekend with live jazz across four venues — free, vibrant, and full of soul. Follow the trail across four venues to experience live sets from Australia’s most exciting jazz artists.
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Wine
Get ready to experience the very best of NSW wine without leaving Sydney! We've gathered three of the state's top wineries for a day of wine tasting at First Fleet Park. Sample 3 wines per producer for $5 or enjoy wines by the glass from $10. 
Tractorless Vineyard
Tractorless Vineyard embraces a combination of old world knowledge and skills with new world techniques all guided by Biodynamic principles, to create exceptional cool climate wines in the Southern Highlands, NSW. The aim is to reduce their resource use by the integration of natural farming systems in their vineyards to provide a more long term sustainably balanced and diverse farming system that can continue to produce award-winning wines. 
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Hunter Valley
Tyrrells
Explore Tyrrell's Wines, a historic Hunter Valley landmark with over 160 years of winemaking excellence, rooted in Edward Tyrrell's original 1858 ironbark hut. This pioneering winery, a founding member of Australia's First Families of Wine, produces some of Australia's most awarded wines, including the iconic Vat 1 Semillon.
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Orange
Jessop Wines

JESSOP was established in 2021 by brothers Matthew and Chris. A boutique brand focussed on producing small batch, single vineyard wines from the cool-climate hills of Orange, NSW. 

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Southern Highlands
PepperGreen Estate
Established in 2016 in the bucolic Southern Highlands town of Berrima, PepperGreen Estate's proprietary vineyard is tucked away in nearby Canyonleigh at 750m elevation, complete with olive oil processing and a high-quality tasting room that serves modern cuisine. Pinot noir, shiraz, riesling and chardonnay are all grown on the estate’s holdings as the owners endeavour to appropriate ideal grape varieties to the region's cool climate
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Griffiths
Mino & Co
Since 1997, Mino & Co has been crafting award-winning wines in New South Wales' historic Riverina region, honouring their Sicilian heritage and Australian soil with labels like A Growers Touch, Signor Vino, and Little William. Mino Co is committed to sustainable practices, including water conservation, solar power, and organic farming methods, to work with the land and preserve resources for the future.
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Orange
Clark Wines
Clark Wines was founded by Tristan Clark in 2022 as a passion project driven by a desire for transparency and purity in winemaking. Working with fruit sourced from select vineyards in the Central West of New South Wales, Tristan focuses on minimal intervention techniques,no additives, no filtering, and in some cases, no preservatives. His wines are crafted to reflect a true sense of place, often experimenting with skin contact whites and textural rosés. With a background in viticulture and experience across boutique wineries, Tristan brings thoughtful craftsmanship to every bottle. Clark Wines are grown and produced on Wiradjuri Country.
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Throughout The Rocks

Discover special offers and events available only exclusively for Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October.
Le Foote
$12 Cocktails and Free Live Jazz

Unlock The Rocks and visit Le Foote for $12 Sbagliato Cocktail, $10 Four Pillars Gin & Tonics and a special performance live Jazz on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October.

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The Rawson
$25 Prawn Slider & Vibrant Angel Cocktail plus Free Jazz
Exclusive only offer for Sat 4 and Sun 5 October as part of Unlock The Rocks Weekend. 
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Exclusive $25 Cocktail & Canapé
Frank Mac's Whiskey & Slider Combo
Savour a smooth and refreshing Irish whiskey highball paired with a tender BBQ pulled pork slider, slow-cooked and infused with rich Irish whiskey. Sit outside and enjoy free live music. 
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Pony Dining
Live Jazz & Exclusive Menu Offer
Kick off your long weekend at Pony Dining! Enjoy live jazz on the balcony from 12-2 pm, alongside their delicious woodfired Beef Brisket Empanada and grilled Lobster Spring Roll. Pair them with a signature Peanut Rye and Dry cocktail for the ultimate relaxing lunch.
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The Australian Heritage Hotel
Free Beer Tasting & Live Jazz
Join Grifter Brewery at the Australian Heritage Hotel for a free guided beer tasting, featuring four unique brews, blind tastings, and great prizes. Hosted by the brewers themselves, it’s a fun and flavour-packed afternoon of beer, banter, and discovery.
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4 Doors Down
Legendary Beef & Guinness Pie and Live Jazz
Unlock the authentic taste of Ireland with 4 Doors Down's legendary Beef & Guinness Pie with all the trimmings.
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Freshest Flavours
Oyster Lounge at Hooked & Harvest

Step into the Oyster Lounge at Hooked & Harvest to sit back, relax and savour the freshest flavours of the sea. Indulge in oysters with your choice of toppings and watch as they are freshly shucked before your eyes. 

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Exclusive $25 Cocktail & Canapé
The Doss House Beverage & Brownie Combo
Enjoy an exclusive offer at The Doss House, indulge in a pistachio twist on a classic whiskey sour, perfectly paired with a rich pistachio chocolate brownie for $25. Plus, free live music from 3pm till late.
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Self-guided Taste Trail
The Rocks Markets
Embark on a self- guided culinary journey through the market, sampling tasty treats such as artisan pizzas, creamy fudge, gourmet nuts, mulled wine, and delicious paella. Meet the makers and taste their exquisite offerings.