Australia Day is one of the most important days of the year for us “Aussies”. It’s a time when we commemorate the establishment of the first European settlement, when 11 ships from Great Britain arrived at Port Jackson, now known as Sydney Harbour. It’s a time when the Australian flag is worn in more ways than you can imagine- bucket hat, bikini, beach towel to name a few. It’s a time when firing up the barbie and pumping Triple J Hottest 100 are the first two things on everyone’s checklist.
We so many different ways and places to celebrate Australia Day we’ve taken the stress out of choosing and narrowed it down to these top picks. Can we get an Aussie, Aussie, Aussie? 

The Glenmore

Head to The Glenmore’s iconic rooftop bar in The Rocks where the beers will be flowing from 10am and Triple J Hottest 100 playing all day, followed by a local DJ after the countdown. Free entry.
96 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
www.theglenmore.com.au

The Australian

The Australian Heritage Hotel will be celebrating with over 130 Aussie beers, a special Australia Day menu, including their famous pizzas (The Coat of Arms – half emu, half kangaroo) and live entertainment. It’s just up the road from The Glenmore so why not check them both out? Free entry.
100 Cumberland Street, The Rocks
www.australianheritagehotel.com

The Bucket List

Cranky Fins

Head to Palm Beach and hang out at Cranky Fins where they’ve fun for the whole family including free face painting. Woot!. The regular menu will be be available from 11am and Australia Day Slushies (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) will be served on the Balcony. Free entry and no bookings required.

1 Beach Rd, Palm Beach NSW 2108

http://www.crankyfins.com

Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel 

‘Every Man & His Dog’ stand-up paddle board race in partnership with Wassup is what’s on offer at Watsons Bay Hotel this Oz day. Participants will race across Watsons Bay on paddle boards with their dogs. Proceeds from the race will go towards the Animal Welfare League.  Meanwhile on dry land, the hotel’s Executive Chef, John Pye, has teamed up with Haverick Meats to create a quintessential ‘Australia Day’ sausage, on offer throughout the day. Free entry.

1 Military Rd, Watsons Bay

http://watsonsbayhotel.com.au/

Aqua Club

Celebrate Australia Day weekend on Sydney Harbour at Sydney’s newest floating palace – Aqua Club! Saturday Jan 25th – Monday Jan 27th from Midday – Midnight with complimentary BBQ and cocktail on arrival. Performances by Myall High Club, The Silver Lining and Special DJ’s. VIP Bottle Service and Booths Available. Limited tickets on sale now! What are you waiting for? BUY TICKETS HERE
https://www.facebook.com/AquaClubSydney?ref=br_tf