Calendar

Mar
27
Wed
International Whisk(e)y Day
Mar 27 all-day
International Whisk(e)y Day

It’s a dram good time to celebrate all things whisk(e)y. In such a huge and vibrant category, this day is best celebrated by helping consumers navigate the range of whisk(e)y products behind the bar and discover a new favourite tipple. Sláinte!

Apr
9
Tue
Maybe Cocktail Festival
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – Apr 14 @ 11:00 pm
Maybe Cocktail Festival

Leading bars from around the world will be descending on Sydney in April for the Maybe Cocktail Festival.

The Maybe Cocktail Festival will host more than 30 international bartenders for 21 cocktail events across nine venues, see below for more details.

Just one week until Maybe Cocktail Festival returns for 2024

May
13
Mon
World Cocktail Day
May 13 all-day
World Cocktail Day

Is there anything better than a tasty, well balanced cocktail? We think not. World Cocktail Day is a time to appreciate the art of the cocktail and the innovator mixologists who create them. Celebrating this one is as fun for you as it is for the consumer – think special menus and experimental concoctions. Get inspired now with our cocktail recipe collection here.

May
18
Sat
World Whisky Day
May 18 all-day
World Whisky Day

On the third Saturday of May each year, whisky lovers of the world unite to celebrate a momentous annual event – World Whisky Day (WWD).

It’s a day to celebrate whisky and whiskey from near and far, of brands big and small, of different countries, price points, style and history. So important is this celebration to the whisky category, it has become the second largest key selling period for whisky only behind Christmas.

May
24
Fri
‘Chardy Party’ at Reign @ Reign in the QVB
May 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
'Chardy Party' at Reign @ Reign in the QVB

Reign will celebrate World Chardonnay Day with a ‘Chardy Party’ featuring over 15 wine producers, a Chablis and oyster station, grazing tables, masterclass and live music.

Hosted by Trippas White Group sommeliers, Louella Mathews and Luigi Celiento, the event will transform Reign into a tasting trail traversing the diverse styles of old and new world wines made from Chardonnay.

Tickets are available now for $89 for a standard ticket and $109 for a VIP ticket and can be purchased here.

May
28
Tue
Pub Leaders Summit 2024
May 28 @ 1:45 am – 2:45 am
Pub Leaders Summit 2024

The dates and venue have been set for the Pub Leaders Summit 2024.

The Pub Leaders Summit will return to Sydney this year, running 9-10 September at Waterview at Bicentennial Park, in Sydney Olympic Park. The Summit will once again include a comprehensive program providing valuable information to bar operators as well as publicans.

Tickets to the Pub Leaders Summit are available now, with a limited number of pre-sale tickets available until 11 June with up to a $100 saving per pub and bar operator ticket. Grab your tickets now before this opportunity is now longer available!

Jun
13
Thu
World Gin Day
Jun 13 all-day
World Gin Day

What a day this is, a celebration for the powerhouse that is gin! The category is booming right now as we all know, so there’s many products you could choose to mark the occasion. But with the current COVID-19 pandemic and it’s impact on the economy, why not take the opportunity to support a local producer? Australia’s Gindustry is recognised the world over for it’s quality and innovation, that’s sure worth celebrating!

Jun
16
Sun
Bartenders’ Weekender @ Brisbane
Jun 16 @ 12:00 pm – Jun 18 @ 11:30 pm
Bartenders' Weekender @ Brisbane

Bartenders and bar operators and owners from across Australia are invited to share knowledge and experience at the inaugural Bartenders’ Weekender, which is taking place in Brisbane in June.

There is some more information on the Bartenders’ Weekender website, and Bars and Clubs will keep you up-to-date with everything that you can expect in Brisbane in June. See you there.

Jun
19
Wed
World Martini Day
Jun 19 all-day
World Martini Day

One of the most classic cocktails there is, the Martini deserves it’s own day of celebration. Added bonus: in the midst of the local craft spirit boom, you’ve got the chance to shake (or stir) up the traditional recipe in more ways than ever and appeal to new customers while you’re at it.

World Martini Day
Jun 19 all-day
World Martini Day

World Martini Day is celebrated on the third Saturday of every June, so get your glasses chilling now.

Whether you’re a dirty, dry, wet or a Gibson drinker, it’s a wonderful day to celebrate a wonderful drink.