Upcoming events
ARCADE - ALWAYS ON!
The biggest licensed arcade in Australia with over 90 retro arcade games. Think Pinball, Space Invaders, Mortal Kombat, Pac-Man, Dance Dance Revolution, Air Hockey and Pool. Hours of entertainment for kids and big kids alike.
nye enchanted garden party
Get ready to welcome 2025 with a secret twist at Welcome to Thornbury’s Enchanted Garden Party! This New Year’s Eve, we’re giving you an open-air celebration with style, sound, and spirit.
✨ Tuesday, 31 December 2024
🎟 FREE ENTRY | Doors Open 4PM - 1AM
🎨 Free Face Painting | 4PM - 7PM
Start the night with some festival-inspired face paint – just the right amount of sparkle to light up the garden.
🎧 DJ CuznMatt + Pixelton from 7PM
Kick back or dance to sets spinning funk, old-school hip hop, disco, and beats – tunes with just the right energy to keep the vibes flowing all night.
👗 Prizes for Fancy Dress
Come as favourite festival muse, or free spirit – we’re giving out prizes for the most creative looks, so dress to impress.
This isn’t just another NYE party; it’s a laid-back gathering with music, good people, and a little extra flair.
Bring your best people, your best energy, and ring in 2025 in style. See you in the garden!
Vegan Vegout
Calling all Northside food lovers—vegan, vegetarian, or just plain hungry! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with an array of mouth-watering, meat-free delights from Melbourne’s coolest vegan small businesses.
A VERY HOSPO CHRISTMAS
Thursday 9 January, from 5pm
Calling all hospo workers! 📣
We are having a Christmas party to celebrate you guys, and the best thing is, it’s not in the Christmas holiday period!
This is what we have on the menu:
- $15 Negronis
- $10 rum punch + Jager bombs + vodka Redbull
- $8 Fireball shots + house pints
- $5 house wines
- $6 vodka & gins with mixers
Put down your cocktail shakers and join us for a drink!
January Long Weekend
Got plans for the long weekend?
Swing by for great food from local food trucks, cold beers in the garden, and some laid-back fun in the arcade.
Grab your friends and make a day of it.
Vegan Vegout
Calling all Northside food lovers—vegan, vegetarian, or just plain hungry! Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with an array of mouth-watering, meat-free delights from Melbourne’s coolest vegan small businesses.
Merry Dogs of Darebin
Sunday 15 December, 12 - 5pm
Its our last Good Dogs for the year!🎄
Get your pups dressed up in their best Christmas outfit as we are giving away prizes for fancy dress. We will also have photo moments, dog treats and beer specials flowing all day!
All good dogs are welcome.
Nup to the Cup
The Official NUP TO THE CUP, Vegan Takeover Party!
Featuring: Delicious Vegan Food, Animal Charities, Music, Flash Tattoo Artists, Cocktails & More!
GOOD SAUSAGE DOGS OF DAREBIN
Calling all sausage dogs and their humans!
Join us at Good Sausage Dogs of Darebin for a tail-wagging day filled with dachshunds, drinks, and good vibes!
All four and two legged friends are welcome.
CHICKEN NUGGET FESTIVAL
The humble chicken nugget will make its glorious and heroic return to Welcome to Thornbury this October, as part of the fifth annual Chicken Nugget Festival.
We are assembling some of our favourite vendors to deliver one crunchy day dedicated to the nug. Of course, a wide range of dipping sauces to accompany and coat your nugs will also be available on the day. And as always, alongside cocktails and beers to pair with your chicken feast.
SPRING SALE
Spring is here, and so is our epic October Spring Sale! Join us all month long for unbeatable drink specials that will make every outing a little more fun. Whether you're stopping by for a casual after-work drink or planning a night out with friends, we've got the perfect deals to keep the good vibes flowing.
🍺 $10 House Pints
🍷 $7 House Wines
🥃 $6 House Spirits
Come by and celebrate the season of renewal with us! There's no better way to enjoy spring than with great company, great drinks, and even better prices. These specials are available every day in October, so make sure you don’t miss out on the fun.
AFL GRAND FINAL
Get ready for the ultimate footy showdown! Whether you're a die-hard fan or just in it for the atmosphere, we've got you covered.
Cheer on your team with a cold beer in hand while indulging in a lineup of killer food trucks.
Don’t miss out on Melbourne’s best spot to experience all the AFL Grand Final action!
FATHER'S DAY
Celebrate Dad with a food truck feast that Dad will love! Join us for a day filled with mouth-watering bites from the best food trucks in town. Whether your dad’s a foodie, a beer lover, or looking to hit the arcade, we’ve got something to satisfy every craving.
GARLIC BREAD FESTIVAL
Get ready to feast your senses at the ultimate carb-loaded celebration—Welcome to Thornbury's 5th Annual Garlic Bread Festival! If you’re a garlic bread lover (and who isn’t?), this is the event you’ve been dreaming of.
Join us for a day dedicated to the deliciously irresistible, golden, garlicky goodness that is garlic bread. We’re bringing together the city's best food trucks and vendors to serve up their unique takes on this classic comfort food. Think cheesy, stuffed, gourmet, and even dessert garlic bread. Yes, you heard that right!
Bring your friends, bring your family, and most importantly, bring your appetite. It’s going to be a garlicky good time you won’t forget!
Don’t miss out on the most flavourful festival of the year. See you there, garlic bread fans! 🍞🧄🎉
NATIONAL DOG DAY
Calling all four-legged legends of Darebin! 🐾 Join us for Good Dogs of Darebin, where your pups are the VIPs. Celebrate National Dog Day with a day filled with tail wags, treats, and plenty of playtime with fellow furry friends. Whether your dog loves to strut their stuff, make new pals, or just soak up the love, this is the event for them. With fun activities, doggy delights, and a whole community of good boys and girls, it’s a paw-some day out you won’t want to miss. Let’s celebrate the best pups in Darebin—because every dog deserves their day! 🐶✨
9TH BIRTHDAY
Celebrate our 9th Birthday Party with us! In honour of this special milestone, we’re giving food from Mr Burger, drinks and arcade specials at just $9!
Enjoy drinks, exciting games, and live entertainment all at a wallet-friendly price.
Join us as we commemorate 9 amazing years with our valued customers and friends. Don’t miss out on the birthday fun—come celebrate with us!
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
Join us for a magical Christmas in July celebration - complete with a $500 bar tab competition. Embrace the festive spirit with a wintry weekend event, featuring a special visit from Santa Claus himself.
Warm up with a delicious selection of hearty soups and winter warmers, perfect for keeping the chill at bay. Explore our craft market, where you'll find unique handmade gifts and decorations. Plus, there's a dedicated Kids Corner filled with fun activities to keep the little ones entertained.
Line up:
Friday 26 July
Hot toddy bar
Soup bar
Food trucks: Mr Burger, Oz Braz, Nem & Nem Vietnamese, Woking Amazing
Saturday 27 July
Hot toddy bar
Soup bar
Kids craft corner
Santa Clause 1pm - 2pm
Food trucks: Mr Burger, Oz Braz, Nem & Nem Vietnamese, Woking Amazing, Salsiccia Italian sausages
Sunday 28 July
Hot toddy bar
Craft markets
Soup bar
Food trucks: Mr Burger, Oz Braz, Nem & Nem Vietnamese
Come and experience the joy and wonder of Christmas in the middle of the year with family and friends!
POUTINE PALOOZA
Oh, Canada! Get ready to celebrate Canada Day with the ultimate comfort food festival – Poutine Palooza! Dive into a glorious mess of crispy fries, rich gravy, and squeaky cheese curds, as top food trucks serve up their most creative and decadent poutine creations.
Joined by our friends:
Mr Burger
CDMX
Woking Amazing
Le Poutinerie
Oh boy!
Enjoy the true north, strong and free, with Canadian-themed games, and plenty of maple syrup goodness. Rock your red and white, bring your friends, and join us for a day filled with delicious eats, ice-cold brews, and epic fun. It’s the perfect way to honour the Great White North and indulge in the ultimate Canadian comfort food.
SAUSAGE FESTIVAL
Get ready to sizzle and indulge in a celebration of sausage like never before at our sausage festival! We're grilling up a storm to honour the humble sausage. Join us for a day packed with savoury delights, featuring an array of gourmet sausages from around the world. From traditional bratwurst to spicy chorizo, we'll have something to tempt every palate.
Whether you're a sausage aficionado or just looking for a fun day out, our festival promises a flavourful experience that will leave you craving more!
A QUINTESSENTIALLY KINGS BIRTHDAY
A quintessentially King’s birthday at Welcome to Thornbury.
BEER, BOURBON & BBQ
🍺🥃🔥 Indulge in a smoky, savory celebration at Beer, Bourbon & BBQ! 🔥🥃🍺
Join us for a smoking good time as Fancy Hanks fire up the grill and serve up the juiciest BBQ dishes paired perfectly with a selection of craft beers and premium bourbons from Bulleit.
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CINCO DE MAYO
Get ready to fiesta!
Delicious Mexican-inspired dishes
Festive drinks and cocktails
Live music and entertainment
WELCOME BACK TO THORNBURY FEASTIVAL
🚐 THE RETURN OF THE FOOD TRUCKS 🚐
We're serving up a weekend of foodie snack heaven and family-friendly adventure, with a side of amazing tunes.
Headliners:
Fancy Hanks
Greek Street Food
Woking Amazing
Pasta Face
Lenny's pop up kitchen
Welcome back to Thornbury!
SUPER BOWL LVIII
Join us at Welcome to Thornbury for the ultimate Super Bowl Party!
Catch America’s biggest game on Monday, February 12th, 2024.
We'll be open from 10am, showing the game on our screens.
$20 4 Pines jugs, or upgrade to our bottomless package!
Doggy Dating
Join us for a day of puppy love at Doggy Dating in Darebin.
Where furry hearts collide, bring your four-legged friend(s) for a day of romance and canine connections that will make your heart melt.
Capture the love in our Pup-arazzi photo booth and indulge in treats.
This isn’t just a doggy playdate; you may just find your furry friend their fur-ever love.
Woof.
JANUARY LONG WEEKEND
Gearing up for a cracker of a long weekend, grab your mates!
Thursday 25 January - DJ 'til late
Friday 26 January - Bev's from noon
Saturday 27 January - Triple J Hottest 100
NEW YEARS DAY PARTY
Get ready to ring in 2024 at Welcome to Thornbury's New Year's Day Party.
We're setting the stage for a monumental year ahead. Our international line features Lithuania's Triple Platinum and Gold-certified sensation Gaullin, as well as the UK's rising stars Switch Disco. Melbourne local talents like Boogs, Spacey Space, and Darley will be there to keep the energy high.
NEW YEARS EVE
Spend your NYE with us at Welcome to Thornbury.
Opening from noon, and open all day until the night rings in 2024.
Happy Hour will be from 4-6pm, and Mr Burger and 400 Gradi will be serving up their usual fare. The WTB Kitchen will be open late until 11pm (with a limited menu) so you can keep on ordering from our new menu well into the night.