ANZAC Day
Commemorate our courageous diggers past and present with celebrations at Fortune of War & The Push. (more…)
Vivid Sydney
LIGHTS | MUSIC | IDEAS
from 6pm Fri 26th May – Sat 17th June 2017
DINING
Planning on exploring the VIVID Light Walk through The Rocks and Circular Quay? Rest your feet and enjoy a delicious meal at the First Fleet Bistro at Fortune of War. Open all day and late into the evening, you can enjoy an early dinner or a late snack after an adventurous walk.
Please note we will only accept reservations prior to 6pm during Vivid. After this time all tables will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
DRINKS
Our exclusive Vivid cocktail – #LitAF – available every day throughout Vivid! Inspired by the colour and lights of the festival. Plus 15 of your favourite beers on tap and a great selection of wines.
MUSIC
Your favourite Fortune of War musicians playing all the hits every weekend! Thursday 7pm, Friday 8pm, Saturday 3pm, Sunday 1pm
ACCOMMODATION – SPECIAL OFFER!
For those looking for accommodation in a fantastic location, right on the doorstep of many of the must see light installations and performance venues for music concerts, The Russell Boutique Hotel is the perfect choice, and is your home away from home in The Rocks. With so much to see, we recommend a two night stay, with Sunday and Monday nights being the quietest nights to explore the festival.
- Use promo code VIVID17 when booking via therussell.com.au
- 10% discount on best available rate when staying 2 nights or more (5% discount on best available rate for 1 night stay)
- Complimentary VIVID Cocktail at The Push Bar (1 per guest over age of 18)
- Complimentary continental breakfast & wifi
- Flexible cancellation terms
- Valid May 26th – June 17th 2017.
VIVID SYDNEY 2017
VIVID Sydney is back for it’s ninth year in 2017, and is bigger, bolder, and brighter than before! As the world’s largest festival of lights, music, and ideas, VIVID Sydney incorporates the famous Festival Light Walk from The Rocks to Circular Quay, as well as displays at Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo, Chatswood, Darling Harbour, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and new this year Barangaroo. The sails of the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge will both again be illuminated as part of the Festival Light Walk.
Easter Weekend
Hop to it, and enjoy a drink with us this Easter Weekend!
AMENDED TRADING HOURS:
Friday 14th: 12noon – 10pm
all other days as normal
LIVE MUSIC:
Thursday 13th: Jimmy Bear 7pm
Friday 14th: Glenn Esmond 6pm
Sat 15th: Jimmy Bear 3pm, Michael Kopp 8pm
Sun 16th: Lance Link 1pm, Blake Wiggins 6pm
Dine in the Bistro, or enjoy a cold beer at your favourite bar. Children welcome, you might even be treated to delicious Easter eggs!
Melbourne Cup
This Melbourne Cup Day, celebrate at the Fortune of War with Bistro Dining or drinks at the Bar. (more…)
VIVID Sydney
LIGHTS | MUSIC | IDEAS
from 6pm Fri 27th May – Sat 18th June (more…)
Easter Long Weekend
We’re open right through the long weekend, with live entertainment and food specials to keep everyone merry! (more…)
Rugby World Cup – Heineken
To celebrate Rugby World Cup, grab a Heineken and enjoy! (more…)