The Winter Village will make its debut in Parramatta for its inaugural launch this June, making its way to NSW due to popular demand as Sydney-siders finally get a taste of the alpine-inspired winter wonderland. Open daily, it will run for three months, from June 19 – September 12, 2021.
The Winter Village has partnered with City of Parramatta’s popular Winterlight for its 10th year running, to transform Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta into a winter wonderland, complete with an ice skating rink, igloo village, daily snow showers and food and drink pop ups serving the ultimate cosy comfort food.
After a blockbuster 2019 debut, in Federation Square, Melbourne, The Winter Village will finally bring its greatest hits along with new additions to Parramatta, including a new Brunch & Skate package on weekends, ice skating and daily snow showers.
The Winter Village is brought to life by Australian Venue Co, who operate a number of favourite pubs, bars and restaurants across Sydney including; The Winery, Untied, Bungalow 8, Cargo Bar, The Rook, Manly Wine, Kingsleys Woolloomooloo and more.
For the ultimate The Winter Village experience, guests can pre-book private igloos and cabins, perfect for an afternoon or evening of enjoying some drinks and sharing a bite to eat. Parramatta will have 20 igloos, each measuring 3.6m x 3.6m, which can host up to 8 people.
Igloo Packages
All igloos must be pre-booked via The Winter Village website and include the choice of two food & beverage packages with vegan and Gluten Friendly options available.
The Standard Igloo Package | $49pp
For those looking to get their igloo fix, the Standard Package Includes a grazing plate of chips, dips, mini pretzels and cured meats, fried chicken, mac ‘n’ cheese croquettes, fries with truffle aioli, herbed slaw, Greek salad, a choice of wine or beer, and a chocolate ice cream sandwich for dessert.
The Premium Igloo Package | $69pp
For those looking to indulge, patrons can upgrade to the Premium Package, which includes a mini lobster roll with dill & pickles, an additional dessert platter with espresso martini choc fudge sauce, berries, brownies, marshmallows, cookies and the choice of an Bloody Shiraz Gin Spritz, Espresso Martini, wine or beer.
Weekly Programming
Brunch & Skate
The new Brunch & Skate package will let the weekend warriors work up an appetite with a 45-minute skate session, plus a well-earned brunch in a private igloo. Brunch & Skate packages are available every Saturday and Sunday at 10am, for $35 per adult and $22 per child.
Ice Skating
Ice skating passes can be booked online, with 45-minute sessions available during opening hours. Passes are $26 for adults, $18 for children aged 6-14 and $10 for children aged 3-5.
Let It Snow – Snow Showers
The Parramatta Winter Village will have daily snow showers at 12pm, 3pm, 6pm and 9pm.
Available every Monday from 5-7pm. Simply collect your free skate pass from the bar to redeem on the day!
Simply visit the skate hut for your skate session between 4-6pm on Fridays to receive your drink card.
Entry to The Winter Village is free, walk-in customers can order food & beverage directly from the pop up bar, with casual outdoor seating available. The Winter Village is operated by Australian Venue Co & sponsored by Emu Australia.
The Winter Village
June 19 – September 12
Prince Alfred Square – Cnr Church Sreet and Market Street, Parramatta NSW 2150
Opening Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 11am-10pm
Friday: 11am-12am
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