Sydney Christmas Party Venue

Tired of the same old annual company snooze fest? Celebrate the festive season and round off this year in style with a venue that’s ideal for your corporate festive celebrations.

Whether you want a laid-back, sophisticated occasion or a party that fully embraces festive cheer, HostCo takes the stress out of organising your event.

Indoor & Outdoor Event Spaces

Refectory

With a capacity to accommodate up to 500 guests for cocktail setups or 220 for festive banquet dinners, Refectory is an ideal choice to turn your holiday celebrations into unforgettable experiences. Timeless elegance meets modern sophistication in this stunning space, making every moment feel like a scene from a holiday classic.

Sutherland Room

Intimate yet refined, and blending modern amenities with classic elegance, the Sutherland Room is the ideal setting for a smaller Christmas gathering or festive celebration. This exquisite space not only sets the mood with its charming ambience but also features a separate area where your guests can hit the dance floor and groove to holiday classics or your favourite tunes.

Drawing Room

Boasting classic panelling and exposed beams, the Drawing Room offers an elegant and character-filled environment. This versatile space can comfortably accommodate 70 guests for a gala Christmas dinner or up to 120 for a festive cocktail reception, making it an excellent option for your holiday celebration.

Colonnade & Terrace

A modest budget doesn't mean compromising on style or ambience for your special occasion. Our affordable Mediterranean-style Colonnade offers a picturesque backdrop for your outdoor holiday gathering.

Cullen Room

Experience versatility without sacrificing atmosphere in a setting perfectly tailored for festive business events. With a floor area of 171 square meters, the venue can accommodate anywhere from 90 guests in a banquet-style arrangement to 150 for a cocktail party.

Cottage Lawns

Celebrate your Christmas party at HostCo's Cottage Lawns, a sanctuary of lush greenery enveloped in natural light. Make your festive occasion truly memorable in an outdoor setting that effortlessly combines elegance and simplicity, offering a harmonious backdrop that complements the seasonal cheer and joyful vibe resonating throughout your event.

Courtyard Restaurant & Bar

Featuring elegant white-arched windows and stunning Crepe Myrtle trees, this intimate space magnifies every magical detail and heartfelt moment, making it ideal for your Christmas celebration. If you're looking to add a unique touch to your festive entertainment, the Courtyard Restaurant & Bar is a perfect match, offering an inviting setting that adds a dash of charm to any seasonal event.

Chancellors Room

With a more intimate floor area of 55 square meters, this venue can comfortably host 18 guests in a formal dinner setup or up to 25 in a cocktail configuration. This specialised space comes equipped with outstanding catering options and display screens, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for smaller festive occasion.

Eat, Drink, & Jingle!

Delight your guests with carefully curated menus. Whether you are looking for a formal sit-down banquet, a buffet-style feast or a vibrant cocktail party complete with delectable finger foods and a grazing table, our Holiday Party Menu boasts diverse options, accommodating various dietary preferences.

Check out our diverse Menu Options:

Sophisticated Sit-Down Dinner
Buffet-style Feast
Festive Cocktail Canapés
Stunning Grazing Tables & Food Platters
Morning Tea & Afternoon Tea Assortments

CATERING OPTIONS

Or we can come to your office!

We can bring the holiday cheer right to your office with our curated selection of festive treats. Perfect for office morning and afternoon tea sessions or for sprucing up your mid-day gathering with festive food platters, we have options to suit every occasion!

*Enjoy free delivery for orders over $150 within the University of Sydney. For locations outside of this zone, a delivery fee will apply.

Where are our venues located?

Holme Building, Science Road
University of Sydney, NSW 2006

Holme Building venue hire is conveniently located along Science Road, within the grounds of the University of Sydney. Paid parking is available close by and we are accessible by bus and train, being within an easy 20-minute walk from Central Station.

Pay & Display parking is available on Science Road and around the University of Sydney at a flat rate. Hourly parking is available after 3pm except at the Western Avenue and Shepherd Street Car parks.

Driving away from the city on Parramatta Road turn left into the grounds at the Ross Street entrance, then take the first left onto Science Road. Drive up Science Road and you will arrive at the Holme Building.

Central station is a 20-minute walk along George Street and Parramatta Road. Alternatively, jump on a bus from Central and hop off at the Footbridge bus stop.

Buses to and from Central station are frequent and easy to catch to the grounds. If you are arriving by bus, there are convenient stops on Parramatta Road. Then it’s a short walk up the Footbridge steps.

Celebrate The Festive Season With Us

Discover the magic we can bring to your festive celebrations. Reach out today, and let's collaborate to design a tailored experience that perfectly captures the spirit of your event.