Grand Final Day Sydney is huge. Sydney comes alive at any chance it gets. And come NRL Grand Final Day Rugby fan will be Rugby League centric. Whatever team you barrack for it doesn't matter come Sunday of Grand Final Weekend because you will be barracking for one of the two teams in the big one! And the people of Sydney also take a keen interest in the AFL Grand Final. This is especially so if the Sydney Swans are involved.
And Sydney has some great options for experiencing the big games.
Checkout these Sydney venues and ideas to help with your Grand Final plans!
Grand Final Day Sydney Ideas for 2026
Whether it's the NRL Grand Final or the AFL Grand Final these venues will be screening the big games and celebrating in their unique styles. Many of the Sydney venues will have the Grand Final live and loud on super sized sports screens. Where will you watch the Grand Final? Go on, get out and about and celebrate.
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P.J. O'Brien's Irish Pub
Grand Final Day at P.J's
Catch all the action of the Grand Finals at P.J. O'Brien's Sydney. Gather with some mates order a pint of Guinness and watch the big games LIVE & LOUD on the screens.
Grand Finals LIVE & LOUD
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Searock Grill
Grand Final Day Dining
Fuel up before the AFL and NRL Grand Finals with a meal at Searock Grill. Treat yourself to the breathtaking Sydney Harbour views whilst you enjoy the delicious seafood and mouth-watering steaks on the menu.
Book for a Grand Final Day Lunch
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Eastbank
Grand Final Day Dining
Enjoy the Sydney Harbour views and dine in at Eastbank this Grand Final Day. Indulge with the sensational dishes on offer including artisanal pasta and mouth-watering starters.
Book a table on Grand Final Day
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Novotel Sydney Darling Square
Grand Final Weekend Stay
Experience contemporary rooms and vibrant dining in the heart of Darling Square. Perfect for NRL fans, Novotel Sydney Darling Square offers a stylish and convenient base to enjoy all the excitement of Grand Final Weekend in Sydney.
Game day comfort in the city.
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Bennie's Café
NRL Grand Final Dining
Celebrate NRL Grand Final Day with a feast at Bennies Sydney. Gather your crew for share plates, wood-fired pizzas, or a long lunch paired with cocktails and crisp beers. It's the ideal spot to fuel the excitement and enjoy game-day vibes.
Book your table for Grand Final dining.
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Pumphouse Sydney
NRL Grand Final Weekend
Celebrate one of the biggest weekends in footy at Pumphouse Sydney. With plenty of screens, cold drinks, and great food on hand, it's the perfect spot to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy every tackle, try, and triumph.
Your Sydney hub for Grand Final footy
We have also organised a summary of further ideas for Grand Final Day in Sydney. So if you are looking to get out and about this Grand Final Day we hope this list of things to do helps.
Sydney Grand Final Day Things to Do
We got ideas for cafes, hotels, cruise ideas on Sydney Harbour and many other places to either watch the big games or do soemthing else.
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Bella Vista | Swing City Golf
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Grand Final Day Fun | Watch the footy finals on the sports screens and enjoy a round of Mini-Golf and Putt for the Premiership Cup at Swing City Golf. 18 awesome cups to hole your Mini-Golf ball in to. Book a round of Mini Golf. |
| Darling Harbour | Bungalow 8 & The Loft
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Grand Final Day Dining | Enjoy lunch before the Big Game overlooking Sydney Harbour at Bungalow 8. The full A La Carte menu ensures there'll be something to suit everyone. So gather your group and enjoy yourselves before settling in for the show. |
| Darling Harbour | Cargo
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Grand Final Party Celebrations | Experience the Street Style Food and quality Drinks at Cargo Bar with Grand Final Day. Great location right on the waterfront at King St Wharf in Sydney for Pre-Game Snacks and Drinks. Or get out and celebrate after the final siren of the Big Game. |
| Circular Quay | Sir Stamford Sydney
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Grand Final Weekend | Awesome family venue. Get away from the hustle and bustle. Great food and fun for the footy finals. Give the team a call to book a table for the family and friends. |
| Sydney Harbour | Sydney Harbour Escapes
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Grand Final on Sydney Harbour | This Grand Final Weekend why not get out on the water of Sydney Harbour and have Finals party with friends and family. Many fabulous boat and cruising options. Ask about boats with Screens as well so your party can watch the NRL Grand Final. |
| Darling Harbour | Sail Australia
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Finals Fever Cruises | Get the family on Sydney Harbour this Grand Final weekend. Book a boat with Sail Australia and kick a goal! |
| Sydney | Sydney Boulevard Hotel
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Finals Weekend Getaway | If your team is not in the Grand Final then why not tackle a Romantic Getaway package at the Sydney Boulevard. Relax with dinner and breakfast all in this special romantic accommodation package. You won't even hear the whistle. Or you can turn the in-room screens on to sneak a peek at the AFL and NRL Grand Finals. |
| Mosman | Athol Hall
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Picnic in the Park | This fab venue will have it's café open on AFL and NRL Grand Final Weekend. So if you are looking for something to do on Grand Final Weekend get the family along to this lovely venue and parks. |
| Circular Quay | City Extra
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Finals Dining | Great location in Circular Quay. This restaurant will welcome your family on Grand Final Weekend with the Big Screens on the footy. And then why not catch the Manly ferry for fish and chips on the beach! |
| King Street Wharf | Henley's Bar & Kitchen
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NRL Grand Final Celebrations | Awesome Sydney venue with Big Sports Screens on the NRL. Celebrate the teams in the NRL Grand Final. |
Sydney Grand Final Day Community Events
| LOCATION | VENUE | EVENT | COMMENTS |
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| Sydney | Circular Quay
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NRL Fan Fest 2025 | The popular NRL Fan Fest returns for 2025 featuring appearances from the competing teams. A massive 2 Day event (Thursday to Friday) located at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Circular Quay. With heaps of free activities, live music and giveaways. Check out the details. |
More Big Days of fun in Sydney
Once the grand final is done and dusted it's time to look further ahead and with the Sydney New Year's Eve being the biggest day on the Sydney events calender. NYE is only about 3 months away and for those wondering what is going to be happening in Sydney do check out all the details at NYE Sydney.
And don't forget other BIG days like Oktoberfest, Halloween and Melbourne Cup Day. Treat yourslef to some Pretzels and Steins of Bavarian Bier this Oktoberfest Sydney fun through October. Enjoy a spooky Hallowen in Sydney. Get into the glamour of the Spring Racing Carnival and celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in Sydney!