FUNCTIONS & EVENTS
Density limits of 1 person per 2 square metres apply throughout the venue, allowing a maximum 264 guests.
We do not host 18th-21st Birthdays or Bucks Parties
In the heart of Darling Harbour, Watershed boasts unrivalled views of Darling Harbour & the city skyline. We have three indoor & four outdoor spaces available (some of which can be combined for larger functions), providing the perfect setting for your event along with a 24 hour licence 7 days a week.
Sit down events are available for a maximum 60 guests
Stand up cocktail-style events are available for groups of any size
The latest dinner booking on a Friday & Saturday night is 7.30pm
All Function bookings are for 4 HOURS.
Email for further details or complete our function form (button below) to provide details of your request.
A 10% surcharge applies on all Public Holidays.
FUNCTION SPACES
The Watershed Hotel sits just above the promenade of Darling Harbour giving it a true waterfront feel
with a wide variety of spaces to hold your function.
The Watershed can be hired exclusively for functions of up to 264 guests under current density limits of 1 person per 2 square metres.
Hire of both Watershed & Cohibar can accommodate groups of 600 or more.
There is an external staircase joining both venues.
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ENTERTAINMENT AREA
30-50 Guests
Caters up to 50 guests for seated or standing events. High cocktail tables available. Contains data projector, large screen & pool table. Theatre style seating option.
Not available Friday or Saturday nights
BANQUETTES
20 - 30 Guests
Caters for 25-30 guests for a casual cocktail style function. This area overlooks the Entertainment Area & internal bar space. Ideal for smaller groups, drinks or canapes.
COCKLE BAY TERRACE | alfresco
20 - 60 Guests standing
The terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards Cockle Bay and the central CBD, it is an outside space with no cover from rain/wind. This area can be combined with the Banquettes (see above) to accommodate groups of up to 100 guests.
HARBOUR TERRACE | alfresco
20 - 50 Guests
The Harbour Terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards the northern city skyline. A large glass awning covers most of the area. The area can be used for stand up events (maximum 50 guests) or
seated dining (maximum 40 guests over 4 tables) & can be combined with the adjoining Bistro for a maximum 65 guests.
COHIBAR
Sitting above The Watershed, Cohibar offers guests a variety of spaces with views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline. Cohibar is the ideal venue to host a stand up canape style event including birthdays and social gatherings, hens parties, corporate events and team building.
Maximum capacity is 130 guests under current 1 person per 2 square metre COVID restrictions.
CANAPE PACKS
Minimum order of 20 pieces per selection apply
All canapes must be ordered and paid for a minimum 14 days before your event
$25 per person – select 3 from cold/dessert & 2 from hot
$35 – select 4 from cold/dessert & 3 from hot
Cold Canapés
Tomato bruschetta w/ basil &
balsamic (vegan)
Capsicum & caper bruschetta w chives (vegan)
Smoked salmon baguette w/ sour cream
Caramelised onion cheese puff (veg)
Prosciutto & melon (gf)
Rare roast beef crostini, horseradish cream
Hot Canapés
Chicken skewer w/ minted yoghurt
Mini beef pie w/ tomato chutney
Homemade pork and fennel sausage rolls
Mushroom & parmesan arancini (veg)
BBQ beef skewer w/ house BBQ sauce
Sweet potato w grilled corn salsa & lime (vegan & gf)
Szechwan fried prawn cutlet
Spicy chicken wings
Dessert Canapés
Chocolate dipped strawberry
Chocolate brownie
Bambini gelato cones
SUBSTANTIAL EATS $7.5 each
As an add on to either the $25 or $35 canape pack / minimum 20 pieces of each item
Fish & Chips box
Beef Slider
Chicken slider
Prawn slider (+ $1)
Vegetable noodle box
Sydney Rock Oysters (2 pieces)
PLATTERS
We recommend 1 platter per 8 guests
Fries w aioli $35 (vegetarian, dairy-free)
Wedges w sour cream & sweet chilli $45 (vegetarian)
Spicy chicken wings $50 (dairy-free)
Fruit Platter $60 (vegan, gluten-free)
Cheese platter w brie, blue & cheddar $80 (vegetarian)
Mezze Board w hummus, baba ghanoush & pumpkin dip $80 (vegetarian)
INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE STATIONS
2 hour duration | Minimum 50 guests
Add on on to compliment a canape pack
This is an interactive experience where guests go up to the Station (not waiter service)
Please contact us on events@thewatershedhotel.com.au for more information on these options
Prices from
Oyster Bar $30 per person
Build Your Own Taco Bar $20 per person
Charcuterie & Cheese Bar $20 per person
Paella Bar from $25 per person
Build your own burger bar $20 per person
SHARED DINING MENU
All menu items are to share
Maximum 60 guests (minimum 8 guests)
WATERSHED BEVERAGE PACKAGES
Beverage Packs are designed to accompany a canapé pack or shared dining menu. If you’re looking for something lighter, we recommend ordering some platters from our late night Menu.
2hrs $39pp | 3hrs $49pp | 4hrs $59pp
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bulmer's Original Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
Moore's Creek NV Sparkling Brut
Moore's Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Moore's Creek Shiraz Blend
Beyond Broke Rose
Soft Drinks & Juice
CLASSIC
DELUXE
2hrs $45pp | 3hrs $55pp | 4hrs $65pp
Craft Tap Beer: Fat Yak 4 Pines Range, Pirate Life Range
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bulmer's Original Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
Moore's Creek NV Sparkling Brut
Moore's Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc | Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Beyond Broke Rose
Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir | Moore's Creek Shiraz
Soft Drinks & Juice
PREMIUM
2hrs $59pp | 3hrs $69pp | 4hrs $79pp
Imported Tap Beer: Asani, Peroni, Bottled Corona
Craft Tap Beer: Fat Yak, 4 Pines Range, Pirate Life Range
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bulmer's Orginal Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
La Sagra Prosecco
Villa Maria Two Valleys Sauvignon Blanc | Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Beyond Broke Rose
Villa Maria Pinot Noir | Tyrrell's Rufus Stone Shiraz
Soft Drinks & Juice
MINI COCKTAILS ON ARRIVAL $10
Mojito, Margarita, Aperol Spritz
Pina Colada or Strawberry Daquiri Frozen Cocktail
CONFIRMATION & PRE-SELECTION
Credit Card details are required to secure your booking.
The minimum spend can be made up of food & beverage (individual food/drink purchases cannot be counted)
All food & beverage selections must be confirmed 14 days in advance.
Pre-payment is required for all food a minimum 2 weeks in advance.
Beverage is payable on arrival.