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Best In Town: Top 8 Things To Do In July
The top things to do in Sydney & Melbourne this month.
WHAT TO DO IN NSW
On 10th July, Matt Moran will be joining forces with the Jayson Mesman from Canberra’s Truffle Farm for an exclusive one-night-only dinner at Chophouse Sydney. The event will invite guests to experience the earthy magic of Australia’s black truffle season with a specially curated menu that celebrates the very best of local winter produce, served in true Chophouse Sydney style.
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This July, Sydney is getting a cinematic experience like no other and it involves crackling fire pits, classic Christmas movies, marshmallows roasting, and mulled wine under the stars. As part of the beloved Christmas in July Festival in the Rocks, the city will welcome the first-ever Fire Pit Cinema in Australia, taking place for ten nights only from 11th to 20th of July. Set against the historic backdrop of Cadmans Cottage in The Rocks, this pop-up experience offers the coziest winter night out.
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Refurbished Western Sydney gem PARKROYAL Parramatta is hosting an evening of indulgent food and wine pairings for one night only on 5th July, for an exclusive Wine Dinner in collaboration with the acclaimed Gartelmann Wines of the Hunter Valley. The intimate dinner will feature a five-course menu of bold flavours, seasonal ingredients and perfectly matched wine pairings – all curated by PARKROYAL’s Executive Chef and the experts at Gartelmann.
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Greenwood Hotel’s legendary Snow Festival is turning 10 and to celebrate a decade of winter debauchery, they’re throwing an epic 10-day party! Happening from 27th June until 6th July, the North Sydney institution will be transformed into a winter wonderland, featuring 50 tonnes of REAL snow and a 20-metre toboggan slide! Expect an avalanche of events including an Aspen-themed launch party (27 June), poutine-fuelled Canada Day celebrations (28 June), DJ sets from Australian legends Groove Terminator, Tommy Trash, and John Course (29 June), plus indulge in Euro-inspired eats and sip on mulled wine at the Winter Night Markets (30 June-4 July), learn to line dance with a LIVE Shania Twain tribute band (1 July), and battle it out in a high-speed, head-to-head Mario Kart racing event (2 July)!
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WHAT TO DO IN VIC
Late-night cocktail bar, Arlechin, is turning up the indulgence with its ‘$3 Oyster Frenzy’ – set to become a mid-week ritual for those who know there’s no better time for oysters than right now. Every Wednesday, from 5:30 pm until sold out, enjoy freshly shucked Appellation Sydney Rock Oysters sourced from Australia’s Oyster Coast.
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The Winter Night Market at Queen Victoria Markets is back for another year! Happening every Wednesday until 27th August, embrace the winter chill as the Market’s sheds and laneways come alive with the inviting aromas of delicious food; the sounds of live, local musicians; and the vivid spectacle of quirky roving performers, promising a fun and not-to-be-missed night for all.
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II.II.VI (Two-Two-Six) has officially opened, a fire-fuelled 115-seat contemporary Australian restaurant tucked beneath the heritage bones of Invicta House on Flinders Lane. Named in tribute to its address, the Roman numerals are a nod to ancient Roman times, in which cooking was done using open fires and ovens, primarily fueled by charcoal or wood. Restaurant II.II.VI marks the next bold chapter from Melbourne-based restaurateurs Harsha Kumarasingha and Jayantha Warnakula of H&J Restaurants.
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Happening on 4th & 5th July, the beloved Candlelight concert will be brining the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Melbourne to discover the music of Queen vs. ABBA at The Athenaeum Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.
Buy tickets here

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