Extended Trading Hours for Clubs During Upcoming Special Events

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The NSW Government has approved extended trading hours for clubs and other licensed venues during select special events from March to June 2025.

Key Points

Extended trading hours have been approved for select events from March to June 2025.
Events include Mardi Gras, FA Cup Final, Bluesfest and more.
Extended trading only applies to eligible venues in specified LGAs.
Conditions apply, including mandatory live broadcasts for football finals.

This means eligible clubs can provide additional entertainment and services to their members and patrons while complying with the Liquor Act 2007.

The Minister for Gaming and Racing, the Hon. David Harris MP, has approved a series of special event extended trading periods for 2025. This extension allows eligible clubs and other licensed venues to remain open later for specific events across NSW.

For a full list of approved events and conditions, visit the Liquor & Gaming NSW website.

Key events include:

Sydney Mardi Gras (23 Feb & 2 March) – Extended trading for venues in Sydney, Darlinghurst and Surry Hills.
Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival (8-9 March) – Late-night trading in the Kiama LGA.
Byron Bay Bluesfest (18-21 April 18-21) – Additional trading hours for clubs in Byron Shire.
FA Cup Final (18 May) – Statewide extended trading (midnight–5am) for clubs broadcasting the match live.
UEFA Champions League Final (1 June) – Statewide extended trading (4am–8am) for clubs broadcasting the match live.
Dubbo Winter Whiskey Festival (14-15 June) – Late-night trading for participating clubs in Dubbo.

To be eligible for the extended trading, clubs must be located in the specified Local Government Areas (LGAs) and meet the conditions, including mandatory live broadcasts for international football finals.

These extended trading hours give clubs a chance to offer more to their members, bring in more visitors and be part of local events while still meeting responsible service requirements.

For further questions, clubs can contact Liquor & Gaming NSW at [email protected] or alternatively, clubs can contact ClubASSIST on 1300 730 001 or at [email protected].