Barangaroo lights up for three weeks with Golden Hours Barangaroo, presented by Aperol Spritz

From Thursday, 20 March to Saturday, 5 April between 3-7pm, Golden Hours Barangaroo, presented by Aperol Spritz, will illuminate Sydney’s waterfront with three weeks of sunset sessions, turning it into the ultimate sunset destination. As the sun dips below the horizon, casting its warm, golden glow—a time cherished as the ‘golden hour’ for its soft, diffused light —guests can enjoy Aperol Spritz specials, food pairings and live entertainment, ensuring afternoons and sunsets by the harbour are nothing short of magical.

During the three-week event, 25 participating venues across Barangaroo will offer two Aperol Spritz for $30 plus specially crafted food offerings from restaurants and bars, including Annamese, NOLA Smokehouse and Bar, love.fish, Sax Bar and CIRQ at Crown Sydney. The District will also be awash in Aperol’s signature orange, creating a lively and immersive atmosphere that mirrors the warmth of the setting sun.

Golden Hours Barangaroo is part of Aperol Spritz’s ongoing effort to support Sydney’s evolving 24-hour economy. In partnership with Bars of Barangaroo District, Aperol Spritz is celebrating the Italian tradition of the aperitivo ritual, inviting both locals and tourists to experience the vibrant, convivial spirit of Italian culture amidst the backdrop of Barangaroo’s waterfront.

Jacopo Borsa, Managing Director, Campari Australia said “Aperol is thrilled to partner with Bars of Barangaroo District to bring Golden Hours Barangaroo to life. It’s the perfect setting to enjoy an Italian aperitivo experience with a refreshing Aperol Spritz and the company of good friends and family. Salut!”

Beyond unique food offerings and Aperol Spritz specials, attendees can expect a dynamic array of live entertainment. Roaming performers and spontaneous surprises including ‘glow-up‘ experiences courtesy of luxury hair and makeup salon, Status Co, will enliven areas such as Wulugul Walk, Hickory Bar at Woodcut, Crown Sydney and various spots throughout The Streets of Barangaroo. The event boasts an impressive lineup of local DJs including famed DJ Andrew Levins, Loosie Grind, Lucy Smith, The Banquets DJs and Pho The Girls, a collective championing women and non-binary empowerment through music.

The festivities will culminate on Saturday, 5 April, with Aperidisco at Barangaroo House – a grand finale featuring a special performance by Return to Rio and Double Touch DJs, a duo celebrated for blending live acoustic elements with deep electronic beats. There will also be Aperol Spritz giveaways and a best-dressed competition celebrating the event’s gold and orange theme.

Anita Mitchell, Chief Executive, Placemaking NSW said “Barangaroo is one of Sydney’s iconic Harbourside precincts and vibrant initiatives like Golden Hours of Barangaroo allows more people to enjoy this special place.”

Karin Ragel, Director of Operations, Lendlease Investment Management said “Golden Hours of Barangaroo presented by Aperol Spritz is set to be a fantastic event for the thousands of people in the Barangaroo precinct and visitors alike. Lendlease is proud to see Barangaroo continue to evolve as one of Sydney’s most vibrant destinations. This Golden Hours celebration will bring the community together to enjoy world-class hospitality, live entertainment and stunning waterfront views, it’s an experience not to be missed.”

EVENT OVERVIEW

DRINKS

25 participating venues will offer two Aperol Spritz for $30

FOOD

Participating cafes, restaurants and bars will be offering curated menus. See below for some of the deals (all are listed on the website);

Annamese – 

Sydney Rocks oyster with nuoc cham haisan dressing, green chili, lime and black caviar $7

Crispy rice prawn and chicken cakes, chestnuts with sweet chili sauce $28

Annamese rice paper rolls, bbq chicken, tiger prawns, vermicelli, lettuce, Vietnamese mints with hoisin and peanut sauce $22

Belles Hot Chicken –

Two Pounds of Belles’ infamous Original Buffalo Wings and two Aperol Spritz $40

Nashville Spicy Sandwich and Aperol Spritz $25

Double Dip Crinkle Fries and Aperol Spritz $20

CIRQ at Crown Sydney – 

Octopus and piquillo pepper pintxo, orange aioli, baguette $10

Aperol cured kingfish tartlet, cream cheese, prosecco orange gel, coral tuile $12

Paella arancini, romesco sauce, saffron and carrot emulsion $20

love.fish-

Sydney Rock oysters, flying fish roe $6 ea

Salmon ceviche, citrus soy dressing, avocado cream $28

House taramasalata, salmon roe, focaccia $18

Pumpkin, fried sage arancini, taleggio $21

Sweet potato fries, aioli $15

NOLA Smokehouse & Bar – 

Restaurant – Aperitivo Hour Menu with snacks paired with Aperol Spritz $55pp (5-7pm)

Bar – Aperitivo Hours (5-7pm)

Aperol Spritz paired with Fremantle charred octopus, capsicum salsa and black sesame mayo $28

Sax Bar – 

Sax Apertivo Spread $35pp including prosciutto wrapped house grissin; gruyère croquettes; salt and pepper calamari; and smoked eggplant dip with pine nuts and olive oil

Sax Apertivo Menu

24m San Danielle prosciutto-wrapped grissini $12

Bread plate house grissini and focaccia $9

Crumbled fetta-stuffed olives $14

Gruyere potato croquettes with truffle mayo $22

Deli plate with prosciutto and cacciatore, pickled cucumber $27

Burrata with parsley oil and pepper $16

Smoked eggplant dip with pine nuts and olive oil $13

Whipped ricotta with preserved lemon and mint $13

Wagyu MBS7+ bresaola with pickled onion $29

Honey ricotta zucchini flowers with 12m Parmigiano Reggiano $26

Grilled octopus with pea and mint puree and pickled red cabbage $27

Calamari fritti with citrus pepper $23

Kingfish crudo with jalapeño, pomegranate, citrus dressing $27

Status Co –

Package 1 – SPRITZ UP | Perfect for those in a rush to get to the party  $100, 45mins

Blow dry bar (dry style only) + make up (refresh with added summer glow up)

Package 2 – GLOW UP | Glow up with a full hair and makeup service for any occasion $140, 80mins

Blow dry (wash & style) + make up (natural glow up) + bottomless Aperol Spritz throughout appointment

Package 3 – “GRAB YOUR PALS” package | Book for 2 people or more, and receive 20% off your hair or make up services + 2 for 1 Aperol @ $15

Golden Hour – Happy Hour every day 3pm-6pm

Add on the Aperol Sundowners offering to any of our existing services:

Sundowners Session 3-6pm daily

Small Antipasto board paired with 2 x Aperol Spritz $40 or

2 Aperol Spritz for $30

Hickory Bar at Woodcut, Crown Sydney – 

Oysters with apple and citrus granita

Salt and pepper squid, fried parsley, whipped anchovies, citrus salt

Citrus-cured ocean trout, caraway crackers, horseradish cream

½ frozen grapefruit with citrus and grapefruit sorbet

ENTERTAINMENT

EVERY THURSDAY AND SUNDAY

DJs, 360 photo booth, free glow makeup sessions

EVERY FRIDAY

DJs, 360 photo booth, free glow makeup sessions, roving entertainers and performers

EVERY SATURDAY

DJs, roving entertainers and performers, 360 photo booth, free glow makeup

IN ADDITION, ON THE FINAL SATURDAY, 5 APRIL

On the final day of Golden Hours of Barangaroo, presented by Aperol Spritz, we’re turning up the energy with Aperidisco—a dazzling farewell to daylight saving in Barangaroo House with Return to Rio and Double Touch DJs, where golden hour meets the dance floor in one last sunset celebration.

About Barangaroo

Barangaroo is Sydney’s newest harbour foreshore playground located on the Western edge of the CBD. It is named after a powerful leader of the Cammeraygal people who played a significant role in her community and that of the early British colony. Today, Aboriginal contemporary culture is celebrated at Barangaroo through tours, artworks, events and commemorations, many of which take place in the stunning natural surrounds of Barangaroo Reserve. A spectacular, six-hectare headland featuring over 75,000 native plants created from one of the city’s oldest industrial sites.

The tranquillity of Barangaroo Reserve is complemented by Barangaroo South – the dynamic commercial and residential hub of the precinct. It features outstanding architecture, 90 world-class dining, retail and commercial spaces combined with premium waterfront public open spaces. All of which have been developed with sustainability principles at the core, making it the only certified carbon-neutral precinct in Australia.

Barangaroo is owned and managed by Placemaking NSW, the Government agency that manages, and cares for many of Sydney’s unique iconic harbourside locations including The Rocks, Darling Harbour, Luna Park, Ballast Point Park, and waterfront areas in Pyrmont, as well as unique venues such as the Chinese Garden of Friendship and major event facilities at the International Convention Centre.