We know your wallet’s hurting from all the presents you’ve been buying, so we’re here to lighten the load and spread out some Christmas cheer. That means movies by the sea, botanical cocktail making and a comedy show guaranteed to make you wet yourself.
Here are five awesome things to do this week in Sydney.
Monday 10 December
CINEMA BY THE SEA: HOME ALONE
It’s finally the appropriate time to start watching our favourite Christmas movies. The folks over at The Newport are absolute legends because they’re screening Home Alone on their outdoor terrace with popcorn and gelato available. For more details, head here.
When: Monday 10 December, 7-9pm Where: The Newport, Newport Cost: Free entry
PLANT TALES AND COCKTAILS
Cocktails and canapés are the keys to our hearts. A Loft Story is experimenting with plants and their benefit to our health by mixing them with some kick-ass drinks. Grab a botanical cocktail upon arrival and hunt down those nibbles for an epic boozy night. Click here to book yourself tickets.
When: Monday 10 December, 6:30-8:30pm Where: A Loft Story, Sydney Cost: $30 per person
Tuesday 11 December
WILL ANDERSON LIVE
You know him, you love him as that funny guy you always see on TV. Australia’s one and only comedy legend and host of the Gruen Transfer is hitting up the Comedy Store for some laughs and giggles. If you’re keen to hear some very true political crackers then you’ll want to grab your tickets now.
When: Tuesday 11 December, 7pm Where: Comedy Store, Moore Park Cost: $34.90 per person
Wednesday 12 December
G.O.T. TRIVIA NIGHT
If you’ve got your Dothraki down pat, we know you’re not messing around. To celebrate the return of the most popular fantasy drama series, the Crowie is bringing us the most insane trivia night yet. You’ll have to draw yourself a mind map for every family tree, although a lottt may coincide. Jump over here for more details.
When: Wednesday 12 December, 7:30-11pm Where: Crows Nest Hotel, Crows Nest Cost: Free entry
KARAOKE
We’re all about freebies and when we get to belt our lungs out for free, we’re all for it. Bring your mates for a night of no regrets and zero embarrassment (maybe). For more details, check this out.
When: Wednesday 12 December, 9:30-12:30am Where: Cheers Bar, George St Cost: Free entry
If you're looking for more things to do this month, read this.
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