-Christmas cocktails, fine food and stylish shopping-

Sydney's premier entertainment destination, The Star is gearing up for Christmas with a range of special offers and events to help Sydneysiders celebrate the festive season in style.

Indulge in decadent Christmas-inspired dining at The Star's signature restaurants, including BLACK by ezard, Balla and Sokyo, or fill your Christmas stocking at a glamorous evening of shopping with special offers, pampering and entertainment at The Star's retail precinct.

The Star is the ultimate Christmas party location. Choose from private dining at The Star's signature restaurants, elegant cocktail functions at the cocktail bars or panoramic views from Sky Terrace rooftop bar. Kick back and let The Star events team ensure your celebration is an unforgettable one.

ENTERTAINMENT

I Love Salsa

Rock Lily is turning up the heat every Wednesday from 7pm with I Love Salsa nights. Hosted by two of Sydney's best Latino DJ's, dance the night away with your friends with free salsa lessons at Rock Lily at The Star. You and your partner could win a $250 Star Gift Card. 

Christmas Shopping Night at The Star

For one night only on Wednesday, 10 December, the spirit of Christmas will come to The Star's retail precinct for a glamorous evening of shopping, pampering and entertainment. Shoppers can enjoy 15 – 40% discounts, exclusive offers and 20% off The Star gift cards from 6pm (while stocks last). 

Get creative and write a Christmas poem for the opportunity to win a range of luxury prizes including a Givenchy Antigona bag valued at $2,400, a Gucci leather shoulder bag valued at $1,755 and a Chanel cosmetics and fragrance pack just to name a few.

Indulge with complimentary bubbles, hand massages by The Spa at The Darling and sweet Christmas treats from Adriano Zumbo Patissier, Gelato Messina and Pulse. With an IM Lingerie fashion show showcasing the latest in intimate apparel designs, and gourmet wine and cheese samples by signature restaurant Balla, it's a night to not to be  missed! From 6pm to 8pm at The Star retail atrium.

Shoppers spending $100 or more will receive free parking upon presenting their receipt at the cloakroom.

Play Like a Star

Members of The Star's free to join rewards program, Absolute Rewards will have the chance to win a share of $100,000 in Table Free Bet Vouchers while trying their luck playing table games at the time of the draw on the main gaming floor. From Monday 24 November to Saturday 13 December, there will be 10 random draws of $500 table free bet vouchers per day between 12pm-9pm. Terms and conditions apply.  Authorised under NSW Permit no. LTPS/14/03264. Bet with your head not over it.

Rock with Laughter at Rock Lily

Laugh a little louder this silly season on Thursday, 18 December and enjoy performance by a range of comedic acts led by funny man Mikey Robbins. Settle in from 7:30pm and choose from $5 local beers, spirits and a range of food options. 

Christmas Eve at Cherry Bar

Celebrate Christmas Eve at one of Sydney's most stylish cocktail lounges; Cherry Bar. Cherry's resident DJ will mix up some Christmas beats, while you dance the night away against the backdrop of panoramic views over Darling Harbour and the city skyline. Enjoy some Christmas bubbles with specially priced Moët and Chandon available at $90 per bottle. Open 5pm til late.

Dreaming of a Blanco Christmas at Rock Lily

Rock away Christmas Day in true holiday fashion at Rock Lily for the 'Dreaming of a Blanco Christmas' themed party. A tequila twist on the Bing Crosby classic 'White Christmas', guests are encouraged to embrace the Mexican Christmas calendar from 12 December to 6 January and celebrate with $14 Don Julio cocktail specials, and some of the world's most sought-after tequilas as Rock Lily transforms into a tequila-inspired Christmas fiesta. Open from 2pm til late –entry is free. 

24/7 Sports Bar

Guests at 24/7 Sports Bar on Christmas Day can enjoy the ultimate summer treat, a half kilogram of chilled prawns with marò sauce for $19.50. Enjoy your prawns while kicking back and watching games across the three mega screens and 43 LCD screens. Open all day with free entry.

Sky Terrace

Sydney's hottest rooftop bar, Sky Terrace, has opened its doors to Sydneysiders for the second year running offering impressive views of Sydney Harbour and the CBD skyline. 

Enjoy your favourite drink prepared by expert bartenders, whilst enjoying the sounds of summer with an impressive line-up of musical talent, delivering the ultimate summer playlist with everything from hip-hop to soul and electronica.

OPENING HOURS - Closed Christmas Day

Thu-Fri 5pm-late

Sat 3pm-late

Sun 2pm-late  

SIGNATURE DINING

BLACK by ezard

Let the experts take the reins with Teage Ezard's extravagant Christmas lunch. The blissful five-course feast ($149pp) will feature seasonal produce including crystal bay prawns, fresh oysters, ocean trout and champagne smoked ham. Choose from Tasmanian salmon or turkey macadamia nut stuffing for main course and finish with a pre-dessert vanilla cheesecake with summer berries and a delectable chocolate Christmas pudding. Guests will also be offered a festive cocktail of house-steeped Christmas brandy mixed with cranberry, vanilla reduction and mint. Bookings via Guest Services 1800 700 700.

Balla

Indulge in the best of European fare this Christmas. Enjoy a lunch crafted by world-famous chef Stefano Manfredi featuring a scrumptious four-course Italian family-style feast ($129pp). Start with a complimentary glass of Prosecco, share antipasti and two pasta dishes, followed by Australian toothfish, roast turkey and panettone Christmas pudding to finish. Bookings via Guest Services 1800 700 700.

Sokyo

Share in a Japanese-inspired Christmas Day feast as modern Japanese genius, Chase Kojima takes you on a flavour journey.  Guests can make their selection from the Sokyo à la carte menu for a memorable Christmas lunch. Bookings via Guest Services 1800 700 700.

CASUAL DINING

Garden Buffet

Enjoy Christmas lunch or dinner with an extensive array of fresh gourmet seafood, house-made pizza, pastas, crisp salads, mouth-watering international hot favourites and traditional roasts with all the festive trimmings. Complete with a selection of Australian farmhouse cheeses, a Christmas-inspired dessert buffet and candy bar. For the full menu or to make a reservation, visit www.star.com.au.

Fat Noodle

Luke Nguyen's famed Fat Noodle gets festive with a green tea smoked duck breast salad with tamarind dressing for $19, and caramelised cod fish in clay pot with steamed jasmine rice as a main course for $26. To make a reservation, visit www.star.com.au.

Food Quarter

The Food Quarter will be open on Christmas Day, with a range of special menu offerings. 

CORPORATE CHRISTMAS PACKAGES 

From private dining rooms at The Star's signature restaurants, to elegant cocktail bars and panoramic views from Sky Terrace, The Star has a host of options to ensure your celebration is an unforgettable event. Choose from a variety of venues, packages and offers for parties of 12 or more. For inspiration, enquiries and reservations fill in the enquiry form on The Star Functions and Events page.

Whether you're celebrating with colleagues, family, or friends, The Star is the place to be this Christmas.  For more information about what's on at The Star this Christmas, visit www.star.com.au/christmas. 

For further information or images:

Chloe Sollom – PR Executive at The Star

E: chloe.sollom@echoent.com.au

T: 02 9657 7787

About The Star

The Star is Sydney's only world-class casino and entertainment destination. The Star offers award-winning chefs and restaurants, luxury hotel accommodation and serviced apartments, a 16-room day spa, an international designer retail collection as well as a world-class casino and international nightclub Marquee.  The $100 million Star Event Centre is a state-of-the art multi-use venue and has hosted more than 250 events since opening in January 2013, including The AACTA Awards, The ARIA Awards, The Premiere of World War Z, charity events for the Starlight Foundation and Sony Foundation and international talent such as Cold Play, Ricky Martin, Tina Arena, and Alicia Keys.

For more information or enquiries, visit www.star.com.au or call 1800 700 700.