Celebrations
Whether it’s a milestone anniversary with your nearest and dearest or a lavish birthday party, Sydney Opera House has a range of venue options to ensure you celebrate in style.
Our event partner Trippas White Group will guide you every step of the way, from designing delicious menus to seamless event service with the support of a dedicated event planner to deliver a truly memorable celebration.
Esteemed chef Danielle Alvarez has also joined the Trippas White Group as Culinary Director of the Yallamundi Rooms at the Opera House. Danielle is one of Australia’s most celebrated female chefs and she has developed tailored menus that draw on her dedication to seasonality and the joy and connection of sharing food, as well as championing local producers.
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Discover our venues
Yallamundi Rooms
Our newest venue, the Yallamundi Rooms, are designed to accommodate a range of events and includes access to an outdoor space - making the most of the spectacular harbour views.
Utzon Room
Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Utzon tapestry, this space combines elegance, intimacy and eastern harbour views through floor-to-ceiling windows.
Joan Sutherland Theatre Northern Foyers
With spaces across three levels; Granite, Lounge and Bar, impress your guests with the signature red carpets and breathtaking water views.
Concert Hall Northern Foyers
With luxurious purple carpets, uninterrupted views of the Harbour Bridge and spaces on offer across three levels, the Concert Hall Northern Foyers is one of our grandest venues.
Venue capacities
Our venues can be transformed to suit your needs for a range of events – from weddings, product launches, birthday celebrations to cocktail functions.
Celebrations information kit
From the most intimate to the most lavish of events, we systematically conjur experiences that are a joy for all the senses. We’ll work with you and your favourite tastes and styles, to honour the timeless beauty of Sydney Opera House and curate an event that is uniquely yours.
Menus designed by Danielle Alvarez
Explore the menus designed by by new Culinary Director of the Yallamundi Rooms, Danielle Alvarez. Danielle's menus draw on her dedication to seasonality and the joy and connection of sharing food, as well as championing local producers.
Take a virtual tour
Can’t quite make it down to the Opera House just yet? Regardless of where you are, we have a virtual site tour available, giving event and conference organisers an opportunity to view all of the Opera House’s venues and experiences, including our newest function space, the Yallamundi Rooms.
To find out more and book a private tour, contact functions@sydneyoperahouse.com
Trippas White Group
Trippas White Group are leaders and innovators in the Australian hospitality industry, with outstanding events experience in some of Australia’s most notable locations. Specialising in creating extraordinary events, they offer an impressive array of catering options.
Trippas White Group has also appointed esteemed chef Danielle Alvarez as Culinary Director of the Yallamundi Rooms. Danielle is one of Australia’s most celebrated female chefs who gained her passion for farm-to-table cooking from an impeccable pedigree of restaurants both in the US and Australia.
As Culinary Director, Danielle has developed tailored menus for functions across our venues including celebrations. The menus draw on her dedication to seasonality and the joy and connection of sharing food, as well as championing local producers.
Frequently asked questions
External catering or self-catering within our venues is not permitted with the exception of a wedding cake. However, please speak with our events specialists for specific permissions in relation to BYO beverage, cakeage and applicable charges.
Within your exclusive spaces there are no restrictions on styling, however, no naked flames are permitted. There are some restrictions on styling external and public spaces. You may use your own suppliers or our Event Partner, Trippas White Group can help you organise styling and theming for your event.
Please speak with our friendly event specialists about any audio-visual requirements. Please note, there is a charge for any audio-visual equipment hire.
Most of the Opera House's venues are accessible and our events team are here to help you with any inquiries you may have.
Find out more about accessibility at Sydney Opera House
You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a 6 min walk to the Opera House. If you’re getting dropped off in a car head to the roundabout at the bottom of Macquarie Street where staff will direct you to a safe place to pull over.
Driving? Park in Wilson’s Car Park, you’re just minutes to your venue.
Under the Sails: Krishan’s birthday celebrations
Krishan Anand celebrated his 70th birthday in the sweeping surrounds of the Opera House’s Yallamundi Rooms, with sixty of his nearest and dearest.