Unique Events at Sydney Aquarium

Q: Dugong Island

Sit Down Capacity: 160 Cocktail Capacity: 250 Home to our dugong, Pig, a beautiful animal which legend says was mistaken for mermaids by early European sailors arriving in Australia's waters. Pig can be seen from above and in the viewing tunnels below. Dugong Island’s large wrap-around deck overlooking the Oceanarium is the perfect spot for a long summer dinner, a unique networking event or a corporate fun family day.

Q: Jurassic Seas

Sit Down Capacity: 40 Cocktail Capacity: 100 Jurassic Seas takes you into the depths of the ocean to see where life began and meet weird and wonderful living fossils. Guests will be able to discover the mysterious lungfish, Port Jackson sharks & our octopus. You can even visit our incredibly popular colony of Little Penguins, who can be seen darting through the water and waddling across the beach while going about their very important little penguin business.

Q: Great Barrier Reef Oceanarium

Sit Down Capacity: 60 Cocktail Capacity: 300 Our Great Barrier Reef oceanarium is the largest in the world - just like the Great Barrier Reef itself! It includes the stunning turtle beach, a huge floor-to-ceiling window into the reef. Guests will be mesmerised as hundreds of fish, sharks and sawfish cruise the reef before their eyes.

Discover a world beneath the surface at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, one of the most unique event venues in Sydney. Located in the heart of Darling Harbour, this iconic attraction offers an immersive underwater setting surrounded by extraordinary marine life, dramatic exhibits and unforgettable backdrops.

Perfect for corporate events, private celebrations and large-scale public functions, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium transforms traditional events into truly memorable experiences. From cocktail parties and conferences to elegant dining and team building, every event is elevated by the atmosphere of the aquarium.

With a collection of distinctive event spaces, flexible capacities and premium catering, the venue caters to intimate gatherings and large celebrations alike. Supported by experienced event specialists and the Merlin Events team, every detail is carefully considered, from bespoke styling to exceptional food, wine and service.

No other Sydney venue offers the opportunity to host an event surrounded by sharks, rays and vibrant coral reefs, all within a central Darling Harbour location.

Located in the heart of Sydney in the stunning Darling Harbour, captivate your guests in a magical underwater world.

Events hosted at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium include:

Corporate events, conferences, family days and brand activations

Team building experiences, including the Merlin Amazing Race

Product launches and client entertaining

Private dining and Signature Dining experiences

Proposals, birthday celebrations and cocktail events

School formals, university balls and social club functions

Weddings

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Browse our event spaces below or reach out to chat with our events team and witness the splendour in person with a tour.

Sit Down Capacity: 160

Cocktail Capacity: 250

Home to our dugong, Pig, a beautiful animal which legend says was mistaken for mermaids by early European sailors arriving in Australia's waters. Pig can be seen from above and in the viewing tunnels below. Dugong Island’s large wrap-around deck overlooking the Oceanarium is the perfect spot for a long summer dinner, a unique networking event or a corporate fun family day.

Dugong Island Zone

Sit Down Capacity: 40

Cocktail Capacity: 100

Jurassic Seas takes you into the depths of the ocean to see where life began and meet weird and wonderful living fossils. Guests will be able to discover the mysterious lungfish, Port Jackson sharks & our octopus. You can even visit our incredibly popular colony of Little Penguins, who can be seen darting through the water and waddling across the beach while going about their very important little penguin business.

Jurassic Seas Zone

Sit Down Capacity: 60

Cocktail Capacity: 300

Our Great Barrier Reef oceanarium is the largest in the world - just like the Great Barrier Reef itself! It includes the stunning turtle beach, a huge floor-to-ceiling window into the reef. Guests will be mesmerised as hundreds of fish, sharks and sawfish cruise the reef before their eyes.

Great Barrier Reef Zone

Merlin Entertainments Sydney is proudly partnered with Bespoke Catering.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss upcoming opportunities, please don’t hesitate to get in touch at merlin@bespokecatering.net.au

Merlin Events will work with you to produce the most unique dining experience for an evening that your guests will never forget. Dine under the sea in the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, sip bubbles with the Koalas at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, or party with the Stars in Madame Tussauds Sydney. With some of the most exciting backdrops available for your dinner, treat your guests to a Merlin Events experience they will never forget.