Drink, dine and stay packages now on sale, with 500 tickets to the sold-out Mardi Gras Parade to give away.
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras may look a little different this year, but Merivale and Absolut Vodka are giving Sydneysiders the opportunity to celebrate pride and diversity in style with a fabulous line-up of drink, dine and stay packages on Saturday, 6 March. Packages on sale now from https://merivale.com/whatson/mardi-gras-packages/
If that’s not enough, the first 500 people to book will receive a free ticket to the Mardi Gras parade at the Sydney Cricket Ground, compliments of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras’ major sponsors, Absolut Vodka.
As ongoing allies of the LGBTIQA+ community, Merivale and Absolut have also created an ‘Absolut Banger’ cocktail. Available in selected venues* from 5 February to 7 March, $2 from each cocktail will be donated to longstanding charity partners, Bobby Goldsmith Foundation and ACON. The cocktail is a delicious mix of Absolut Lime, Lillet Blanc, passionfruit and Granny Smith apple.
Celebrating love, connection and good times together, Merivale and Absolut Vodka will soon be announcing their full program of Mardi Gras festivities. Expect DJs, drag shows and live entertainment, as well as parties (seated for now) that will get you into the festivities. Stay tuned for further details.
MERIVALE MARDI GRAS RESTAURANT PACKAGES
Each restaurant package booking for Saturday, 6 March includes an official Mardi Gras Parade ticket compliments of Absolut (per person), an Absolut Banger cocktail on arrival, and a donation of $5 to Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras with every ticket.
The Beresford | $95pp
There’s nowhere better to have a pre-parade party than The Beresford – Sydney’s iconic destination for the LGBTIQA+ community. Assemble your gang and get into the rhythm of the day with an Absolut Banger cocktail on arrival, before settling in for a three-course brunch and drag show.
Also included:
● Three-course set menu
● Live ‘Spice Girls’ drag show
● Live DJ set from DJ Dan Murphy
The Paddington | $129pp
Kick things off with an Absolut Banger cocktail on arrival, before launching into an absolutely bangin’ shared-style banquet from head chef Ben Greeno. Just a stone’s throw from the SCG, it’s the perfect spot to start your Mardi Gras.
Also included:
● Shared banquet dining experience
● Live DJ sets & entertainment
Queens Hotel | $129pp
Head to Queens Hotel for a pre-parade smorgasbord of delicious Queen Chow favourites and live entertainment to get you warmed up for the big parade. YAS QUEENS!
Also included:
● Set menu dining experience
● Live DJ sets & entertainment
Bar Totti’s | $139pp
With DJs on deck to get the party started, the CBD is the place to be this Mardi Gras. Shift into gear with Mike Eggert’s antipasti menu featuring creamy burrata, cured meats and that famous wood-fired bread. Then, hitch a ride on the light-rail directly to the stadium for the main event.
What’s included:
● Share-style antipasti menu
● Live DJ sets & entertainment
POOF DOOF Drag Brunch at Pool Club | Tickets on sale next week
This POOF DOOF drag brunch will be like no other – a super-charged, double-shot of madness, and the best way to get lubricated pre-parade. The line-up will include our local legends plus special interstate guests, limited edition souvenirs and a raft of surprises.
HOTEL PACKAGES
Establishment Hotel | $585–$1,810
Stay and play in the CBD this Mardi Gras with these ultra-luxe packages, which include two stadium tickets for the parade, a Merivale gift card, and an Absolut party pack for your very own hotel room. Roll out of bed the next day for an all-inclusive breakfast and late check out. For every booking, Merivale will donate $5 to Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras.
Studio Room | $585:
● 2 × Official Mardi Gras Parade tickets compliments of Absolut Vodka
● Absolut Party Pack including Absolut Rainbow Limited Edition Bottle 700ml
● Merivale gift card valued at $150
● Saturday night stay with breakfast included
● Late check-out
Establishment Room | $685:
● 2 × Official Mardi Gras Parade tickets compliments of Absolut Vodka
● Absolut Party Pack including Absolut Rainbow Limited Edition Bottle 700ml
● Merivale gift card valued at $200
● Saturday night stay with breakfast included
● Late check-out
Loft Penthouse | $1,710:
● 2 × Official Mardi Gras Parade tickets compliments of Absolut Vodka
● Absolut Party Pack including Absolut Rainbow Limited Edition Bottle 700ml
● Merivale gift card valued at $500
● Saturday night stay with breakfast included
● Late check-out
Duplex Penthouse | $1,810:
● 2 × Official Mardi Gras Parade tickets compliments of Absolut Vodka
● Absolut Party Pack including Absolut Rainbow Limited Edition Bottle 700ml
● Merivale gift card valued at $500
● Saturday night stay with breakfast included
● Late check-out
* The Beresford, Vic On The Park, Coogee Ground Floor, Coogee Rooftop, Queens Hotel, The Paddington, Ms.G’s, Pool Club, El Loco Excelsior, Bar Totti’s, Royal Bondi, Tottis, Jimmy’s Falafel