4 Laid-Back Ways To Celebrate In Sydney

Let me be honest: I’m not a fan of parties. We should collectively stop acting like wild parties are the only way to celebrate all the good moments in life. Don’t get me wrong, if that’s your thing, live it up! But for those of us who’d rather skip the deafening music and awkward small talk, Sydney offers some truly magical, low-key alternatives. Here are my top picks!

Hire A Boat Or Go On A Cruise

Come on, being a little bit fancy for your 30th birthday or first wedding anniversary is completely fine! Hire a boat and cruise our iconic harbour. You can rent everything from catamarans to yachts—complete with onboard BBQs, swimming stops and playlists of your choice.

Not ready to splurge that hard? No worries. Go for a classic lunch or dinner cruise in Sydney. They are perfect for birthdays, proposals, or just your average Tuesday if you’re living your best life.

Do a Creative Workshop With Your Faves

Skip the bar crawl. Try something that actually leaves you with memories and a take-home keepsake. You can do pottery and prosecco nights, perfume-making classes, or DIY candle pouring. You name it, there’s a workshop for it in our city! I think these are great for intimate celebrations, especially if you want to do something meaningful together. In the end, you’ll walk away with something to remember the day by. Way cooler than a hangover, if you ask me.

Wake Up Early for a Sunrise Moment

Okay, this one might sound wild if you’re not a morning person. I was the same, but please hear me out. There’s something healing and downright magical about watching the sunrise over the ocean! Especially as a group it is something else.

You can take a pre-dawn drive to Balmoral Beach, Bronte Baths, or the top of Barrenjoey Headland. Make sure to bring coffee, and just soak it all in. Follow it up with a beach walk and brunch. Your soul will thank you. 

A Picnic With A View

Don’t we love picnics? It is cute, it is fun and you get a million Instagram photos! There are plenty of local businesses that’ll set up full-blown luxury picnics with plush cushions, fresh flowers, fairy lights and pretty grazing boards. Try spots like Wendy’s Secret Garden, Milk Beach, McKell Park or the Botanical Garden. Oh, the views are gonna be perfect. And, you can take your furry friends too!

So if you’re done pretending parties are the only way to have fun – same. Pick one of these ideas, gather your people and do something that actually feels like you. And if someone tries to convince you to throw a party? Just send them this blog. You’re welcome.