The Lost Backpackers

The Lost Backpackers Family Irish Sunday Session at Darling Harbour

Skip the babysitter and bring the whole family along for an afternoon of Irish music, dancing and plenty of craic at Darling Quarter Theatre in Darling Harbour. After a sold-out Great Southern Nights performance, The Lost Backpackers return with a family-friendly Irish Sunday Session featuring live music, Irish dancers, a kids' disco and singalongs.

An Irish Family Day Out in Darling Harbour

Gather the crew for a feel-good afternoon packed with toe-tapping tunes, dancing and community spirit. It's a chance for families to connect, enjoy live Irish music and let the kids join in the fun.

Live Music, Dancing and Family Entertainment

The Lost Backpackers bring their signature blend of Irish folk favourites, energetic performances and crowd-pleasing singalongs to the stage, alongside special guests, Irish dancing and family-friendly entertainment.

Event Details

Date: 6 September
Location: Darling Quarter Theatre, Darling Harbour
Doors Open: 3:00pm
Support Act: 3:15pm to 4:00pm
The Lost Backpackers: 4:15pm to 5:30pm
Event Concludes: 6:00pm

Visitor Information

• Licensed pop-up bars available
• Seating provided
• Pram parking available
• Quiet areas and baby change facilities onsite
• Carriers recommended, as prams are not permitted inside the theatre
• Packed food and snacks welcome
• Family-friendly event, though some song lyrics may not be PG
• Venue lighting will be dimmed
• Volume set at a child-safe level; earmuffs recommended for sensitive children
• Parents and carers remain responsible for children at all times

Getting There

Darling Quarter Theatre is located in the heart of Darling Harbour, just a short walk from Town Hall Station. Before or after the show, explore nearby restaurants, bars, parklands, playgrounds and the Darling Quarter water play area.

About The Lost Backpackers

Hailing from County Cork, Ireland, The Lost Backpackers are an energetic duo featuring Aisling on vocals, tin whistle and fiddle, alongside Dave on guitar, vocals and percussion. Known for their Irish spin on well-known songs, lively performances and mix of ballads, folk tunes and nostalgic crowd favourites, they've become a standout act on Australia's Irish music scene.

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