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Dockside

Balcony Level, Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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Why you'll love Dockside

  • Premium range of restaurant quality menus and beverage selections.
  • 5 breakout rooms within the venue with both natural light and automated black out facilities.
  • Offers a rooftop terrace with stunning water views and exclusive balcony access.

Dockside is a premier event venue situated in the heart of Darling Harbour at Cockle Bay Wharf, just moments away from the Sydney CBD. Boasting sparkling water views of Darling Harbour, Dockside is renowned for its exceptional service, culinary excellence, and versatility.

With over a decade of experience in hosting successful events, Dockside is an ideal space for various occasions, including cocktail parties, gala dinners, business events, conferences, school formals, engagement parties, wedding receptions and special occasions. The venue's unique strength lies in its ability to cater to groups of different sizes, ranging from 10 to 1200 people. Dockside's passionate chefs take inspiration from Australian cuisine, presenting guests with delectable, freshly-plated food served alongside a fine selection of beverages.

The venue's five unique rooms, wrapped in a large balcony level terrace, can be used individually or combined to form a whole venue. Dockside is a perfect location for wedding receptions, offering breathtaking views of the harbour and first-class catering services from their professional kitchen staff. The venue's large windows allow natural light to flood in, capturing the panoramic views of Darling Harbour, making it an ideal spot for any event.

Dockside Darling Harbour underwent a multi-million dollar renovation, led by Australia's most renowned interior designer, Michael McCann of Dreamtime Australia, making it a leading business and social events venue. Wilson Parking at Cockle Bay Wharf provides undercover access, with wheelchair access available.

Dockside Group Pty Ltd is a family-owned hospitality company with venues and restaurants in Sydney's first-class waterfront locations. Established nearly 30 years ago by brothers Christopher, Theodore, and Peter Drivas, the company launched with the opening of WatersEdge restaurant in Walsh Bay 1986. Dockside has since hosted numerous events, providing fun, catering packages, and exceptional facilities for every occasion.


Dockside Function Rooms

3 Spaces Available At This Venue
Quay Room 2 and Cockle Bay Rooms (1&2)

Quay Room 2 and Cockle Bay Rooms (1&2)

With stunning waterside views overlooking Darling Harbour, the Cockle Bay Rooms 1 & 2 and Quay Room 2 are perfect spaces for a wide range of events. From exhibitions and conferences to weddings and school formals, this versatile venue has s...

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Darling Rooms and Quay Room 1

Darling Rooms and Quay Room 1

Located with breathtaking waterside views overlooking Darling Harbour, the Darling Rooms 1 & 2 and Quay Room 1 are versatile spaces that can accommodate a range of events. From exhibitions and conferences to weddings and school formals, thi...

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475
Price on Request
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Entire Venue

Entire Venue

With beautiful panoramic views extending over Darling Harbour and a prime location at Cockle Bay Wharf, just a short stroll from the Sydney CBD, Dockside combines function and space with a reputation for culinary brilliance and first-rate s...

804
1200
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Nerisha Hiralal

August 10, 2025

Our wedding at the Dockside Group on the 5 July 2025 in Darling Harbour was nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to the remarkable team who brought it to life. From our very first meeting, Lenita was an absolute delight. She listened intently, anticipated our needs and radiated a warm, welcoming charm that instantly put us at ease. Her professionalism and gracious manner were instrumental in our decision to choose Dockside, alongside the breathtaking waterfront setting. Lenita then entrusted us to the skilled and personable care of Carol, whose poise, meticulous organisation and genuine warmth made the planning process effortless. She coordinated every detail behind the scenes from the ceremony to the reception and all the run sheets with precision and unwavering dedication. It was truly a pleasure working with Carol, in the months leading up to our big day. On the day itself, our event manager Anju was the embodiment of composure and expertise. A natural problem solver with exceptional management skills, she handled every detail with elegance and efficiency. She felt less like a coordinator and more like a trusted family member, ensuring that even the smallest hiccup was addressed with foresight and grace. We are incredibly thankful for Anju’s seamless coordination of the entire wedding and her amazing management of all suppliers, which truly made the day stress-free and flawless. A special commendation must go to Chef Malcolm, whose culinary artistry was a highlight of the evening. His menu was a refined fusion of flavours, artfully composed and layered with depth, offering our guests an unforgettable dining experience that was as visually stunning as it was delicious. To Lenita, Carol, Anju and the entire Dockside team - thank you for your professionalism, warmth, and tireless dedication. You transformed our wedding day into a flawless and unforgettable celebration and we recommend the Dockside Group wholeheartedly for any event you are considering having there.

Rezarta Rushitaj

June 27, 2025

We recently celebrated our daughter’s first birthday at L’Aqua by Dockside Group, and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, Marie Ambal was amazing to work with—so attentive, responsive, and supportive during the planning process. She made everything seamless and stress-free. On the day of the event, Anju, the venue manager, went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. Her professionalism and care made all the difference and allowed us to truly enjoy the special day with our family and friends. The venue itself was beautiful, the service was outstanding, and the whole team really made us feel looked after. We would highly recommend L’Aqua to anyone looking for a memorable, well-managed event space. Thank you again to Marie, Anju, and the team!

Robert Craparotta

June 3, 2025

As a busy Wedding MC I've had the pleasure of working at Dockside many a times, professional and friendly with every event hitting the spot. Highly recommended.

Amy Thom

June 23, 2025

Pretty good event venue. Main issue was I was there for a 2 day forum. The ball room was set up with tables for us to sit around. There are some huge columns throughout the room which obstruct your view of the presentation slides. There was too much light in the room and caused it all to be glarey. It would benefit from flipping the screens to be against the wall rather than against the window.

St Lucy's P & F Committee

November 25, 2024

Thank you so much to the very attentive team at Dockside for helping us raise funds for our students. We recently held our Gala Fundraiser dinner in the Darling room and with a short lead time to plan everything - the team helped us pull everything together. The food was delicious, the drinks were cold and the staff were wonderful. Thank you so much!


Frequently Asked Questions

What type of events can be hosted at Dockside?

The following types of events can be held at Dockside:
- Networking Event
- School Formal
- Trivia Night
- Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- Workshop
- Wedding
- University Ball
- Trade Show
- Seminar
- Product Launch
- Meeting
- Gala Dinner
- Function
- Engagement Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Corporate Offsite
- Corporate Function
- Conference
- Cocktail Party
- Christmas Party
- Christening
- Bar Mitzvah
- Awards Dinner
- AGM
- 50th Birthday Party
- Residential Conference
- Private Dining
- Executive Retreat
- Corporate Retreat
- 18th Birthday Party
- Bat Mitzvah
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Exhibition
- Ceremony
- Training

If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Dockside is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

How do I find out if Dockside is available for my event date?

The best way to find out if Dockside is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

What catering / food and beverage options are available at Dockside?

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Dockside:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- External Catering
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
- BYO Drinks

For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

What steps are involved in booking an event at Dockside Darling Harbour?

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Dockside Darling Harbour and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.

Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements

Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Dockside to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?

This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.

If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Dockside to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).

VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Dockside if you book via us.

I have more questions. How do I get in contact?

There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page

The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

How much does an event cost at Dockside Darling Harbour?

Events at Dockside Darling Harbour start from 8000.00.

This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.


Amenities & Extras

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab
BYO Drinks
Coffee / Tea
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Projector
Speakers
Stage
Teleconference
TV
Video Conferencing

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
Air Con
Dance Floor
External Music or DJ
Flip Chart
Furniture Hire
Lighting
Natural light
On-Site Parking
Outdoor Space
Pens & Paper
Receptionist
Restroom
Security
Smoking Area
Whiteboard
WiFi

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