Venue Hire & Permits

Considering a new event and seeking an ideal venue or wanting a high-profile location to amplify a brand? Darling Harbour offers a great range of public spaces and venues for hire.
Considering a new event and seeking an ideal venue or wanting a high-profile location to amplify a brand? Darling Harbour offers a great range of public spaces and venues for hire.

Darling Harbour, one of Sydney's most popular pedestrian precincts, provides many location options to make any event a success whether it be a commercial activation, a cultural festival, or a community activity. Attracting more than 25 million visitors per year this entertainment, F&B, family and retail precinct is ideal for many occasions and Place Management NSW is on hand to work with you to deliver memorable occasions in extraordinary locations.
 
Along with the variety of public spaces and venues available for hire in Darling Harbour, there are also opportunities for commercial signage hire to support precinct events and activations. Colourful banners provide an impactful branding opportunity for your event surrounding the sparkling waters of Sydney's Cockle Bay.
 
Local, national and international film, television and photographic industries are also supported by Place Management NSW and the wide range of unique locations are encouraged to be used as backdrops for an assortment of filming and photography.

Looking for other premium Sydney Harbour venue spaces? Darling Harbour's neighbouring precincts, The Rocks, Barangaroo and White Bay Power Station each offer unique backdrops, from cobblestone laneways and heritage buildings to contemporary cityscapes and striking industrial architecture.
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Venues at Darling Harbour

Outdoor Venues
Planning an event? Darling Harbour and The Rocks offer a range of public spaces and venues for hire.
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Indoor Venues
Many of Darling Harbour's restaurants and bars offer private rooms and function spaces for birthdays, weddings, and celebrations. Discover the perfect venue for your occasion.
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Filming and Photography
Place Management NSW is committed to supporting and promoting local, national and international film, television and photography industries by creating a film-friendly environment.
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Brand Partnerships
Darling Harbour and The Rocks provide unsurpassed opportunities for high reaching creative brand activations and promotions.
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Commercial Signage Hire
Commercial signage hire opportunities provide a professional, uniform and attractive outdoor advertising medium.
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Busking at Darling Harbour
All the info you need on how to show off your talents at Darling Harbour.
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Cultural Festivals

Learn more about hosting your event at Darling Harbour as part of the Cultural Festivals Program.

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Vessel Bookings
To book a berth in Darling Harbour or to request Pyrmont Bridge opening, vessel operators must hold a Commercial and Casual Berthing Licence call 1300 275 223.
Leasing Opportunities
Uncover your dream location in Darling Harbour's thriving business hub. Explore prime leasing opportunities and chart a course for growth. Currently opportunities include a Kiosk on Pyrmont Bridge, as well as, retail outlets as part of The Ribbon.

Other Harbourside Venues

Barangaroo
From an intimate private gathering to large-scale public experience, the dynamic event spaces available at Barangaroo work in synergy with the environment and one another to deliver an exceptional experience.
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The Rocks
The Rocks offers iconic harbourside venues for events, festivals, weddings and creative productions. With heritage laneways, harbour views and millions of visitors annually, it’s a distinctive destination for unforgettable experiences and activations.
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White Bay Power Station
Steeped in Sydney's industrial past, White Bay Power Station offers a unique and versatile event space for businesses and creatives alike. 
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