Parramatta Lanes 2025 kicks off with a night that’s anything but ordinary. From rooftop raves and Filipino feasts to jazz lounges and street battles, Wednesday is stacked with flavour, rhythm and surprise. Whether you're here for the eats, the beats or the art that hits different, this guide has you covered.
Plan your Lanes
Parramatta Lanes is taking over the city, so expect road and car park closures and transport updates. We recommend skipping the traffic and catching the train to Parramatta Station or hopping off the light rail at Prince Alfred Square or Parramatta Square to be in the heart of the action. Find everything you need to know here.
1. Parramatta Square
Eats
Start your night with the Boodle Fight- a communal Filipino feast served on banana leaves. Bookings essential (6–7:30pm) - book here.
While you're here:
- Visit the AT Parramatta container for giveaways
- Refresh at the Hydralyte Hydration Station
- Explore digital artworks inside PHIVE
Food stalls include: Mix Mix Co, Hoy Pinoy, Ceylonia, Sol Bowl, Kampung Laksa, Nautanki Sala, Ten Thirty One Co.
Beats & Art
- Ascend by Legs On The Wall – aerial dance performance at 5:45pm, 7:45pm, 9pm
- Karaoke by CLIPPED – 7pm
- K-Pop Group, D#Orchestra, all the way from Korea will be performing at 7:40pm (also performing at Eat Street Car Park)
2. Town Hall
Eats
Relax at Terrazza Aperol in the forecourt – the perfect spot to catch Ascend. You could even win a trip to Italy.
Beats – Ngurra Gunya Stage
- WhoAllGonBeThere: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
- LVDF: 8pm - 8:50pm
- Managona: 9:15pm - 10pm
See the full Town Hall lineup.
3. Beatdisc Lane & St John’s Lawn
Beatdisc Lane will be buzzing with independent music curated by local legends Beatdisc Records.
Beats
- DJ Petedisc – 5–10pm
- Flowerstream – 6:15–6:45pm
- The Bancrofts – 7:05–7:45pm
- Xiao Xiao – 9:15–9:55pm
Eats & Art
Nearby at St John’s Lawn, grab a bite from Koi Dessert Kitchen, Natas & Co, Dolce Aroma, Teppanyaki Noodles, Japanese Pizza Okonomiyaki, Cholito Empanadas, Satay Brothers, Eden Garden Clubhouse, Mrs Wang’s Dumplings.
Don’t miss Summer Kim – a giant inflatable artwork by Haein Kim.
4. Cent Square
Eats
Stop by to enjoy Fritz’s Weiners, Agape, The Pharoah BBQ, Rolling Schnitzel, Smoky Cravings, Tebu Sugarcane Juice, Clayton’s World Tour, Madiba’s Kitchen
Beats
- Chor Bazaar – 5–6pm & 7–10pm
- Elsewhere in India – 6–7pm
Don't forget to snap a photo at the nearby Diwali installation in Parramatta Square.
5. Leigh Memorial Car Park
Eats
Mary’s Burgers, Black Bear BBQ, Carolina Smoke, The Leigh Bar
Nearby on Macquarie Street: Let’s Do Yum Cha, Little Tokyo, Mochii Mochii, El’s Fried Chicken, Tokyo Taco, Mate Pinoy
Beats
Parramatta Heavy presents a curated lineup of hardcore, punk, alt-country and indie – raw, loud and community-driven.
Explore Leigh Memorial Car Park.
6. 211 Church Street
211 Church Street transforms into a hidden world inspired by the French Quarter.
Eats
Visitors can enjoy food and drinks from Church Street Bar by Aperol Spritz, Bianco, Stroop Brother, Shortys, Antico Wood-fired Pizza and Mr Puff Loukoumades.
Beats
Jazz performances will set the mood on Wednesday and Friday nights, creating a relaxed and ambient atmosphere.
While you’re in the area, you can also take part in the Paint Your Partner Workshop at Eckersley’s, located at 286 Church Street.
7. George Street
Beats
George Street will be alive with hip hop, dance and graffiti curated by Street University. From 5:20 to 9:40pm, young artists will showcase raw talent and unapologetic expression.
Eats
Food options include Smash My Buns, The Big Big Aloha, Brother Jackon & Co, Caminito Italian Street Food and Spudlife. You’ll also find the Hydralyte Hydration Station nearby.
See the full line-up on at George Street.
8. Auctioneer Lane
Auctioneer Lane will feature Yummy Yummy Knafeh, a sweet treat worth seeking out. The precinct will also host an Afro/French music night, bringing global grooves to the heart of Parramatta.
9. Powerhouse Lane
Eats
Powerhouse Lane will be serving up bold flavours from Masala Kitchen, Taste of Sierra Leone, Saigon Birria, Lugaw Queen, Mama Sela’s Polynesian Treats and Sangee’s Kitchen.
Beats
The precinct will also feature Powerhouse Niu Music, a celebration of Polynesian and Pacifika sounds, alongside artwork by Emma Pham.
10. Eat Street Car Park
Eat Street Car Park will be transformed into a multi-level sensory playground. Visitors can explore food offerings across the Ground Level, Level 1, Level 2 and Rooftop, including glow-in-the-dark desserts and viral eats.
Beats
The Optus Disco Buggies will transport guests between levels.
On Level 2, the Cheff Market DJs Rave Cave will run from 6:00 to 10:00pm, while the rooftop will host the Levins Curates DJ Set from 5:30 to 10:00pm.
Art
This site is a multi-level gallery of immersive and thought-provoking art
On the Ground Level, James Brown’s Nocturnal Rhythms* of Parramatta captures the city’s heartbeat after dark through digital projection, setting the tone for the night’s energy.
On Level 3, the experience deepens with:
- Sammi by Sammi: an interactive piece that watches you as you watch it, inviting reflection and curiosity.
- The Darkness Between the Stars by Serwah Attafuah*: a vivid Afrofuturist dreamscape that explores identity and imagination.
- I Wish I Could Tell You So Much More, But I Can’t by Audrey Newton: a surrealist sculpture featuring resin-preserved roses, evoking themes of memory and emotion.
*Nocturnal Rhythms of Parramatta and The Darkness Between the Stars were made possible through the support of Sharp LED, LCD and Projector Technology.
11. Erby Place
Erby Place will host a high-energy DJ Battle in the Ring from 5:00 to 10:00pm. Food vendors include Ola Lola, Ash’s Nachos and Karu Distillery.
12. Latin Quarter
The Latin Quarter will bring South American flavour to the Lanes with Smoking Gringos and open-fire BBQ at PARKROYAL Parramatta’s Bar30.
The site will also host a lively Cumbia Night, perfect for dancing under the stars.
13. Riverside Theatres & Lennox Bridge
Inside the theatre, experience the world-premiere of Daytime Deewane at 7pm. Presented by the National Theatre of Parramatta, this high-energy, heart-filled ride through 1990s London rave culture blends spoken word, Bhangra beats and bold storytelling. It’s a powerful portrait of identity, rebellion and freedom. Book here.
Also on offer is Social Life of Food from 6:30 to 7:30pm which is a thoughtful exploration of how food connects us across cultures and communities. Register here.
The site also features the Sanctuary artwork on Lennox Bridge and a selection of food vendors nearby.
Explore what's on at Riverside Theatres.
Ready to Explore More?
That’s just Wednesday. With four nights of eats, beats and art lighting up the city, there’s something new to discover every night.
Explore the full Parramatta Lanes 2025 program and plan your next adventure.
After Lanes
Even after the final performance and the last bite at Parramatta Lanes, the party doesn’t stop.
A handful of beloved local businesses are keeping the energy alive by staying open late so you can linger longer and soak up the vibes. Whether you're sipping something warm at Chai Nook, catching up over drinks at Station Hotel or Crown, or dancing into the night at Ruse, Mamas and Papas, MISC or Commercial Hotel, these venues are here to keep the spirit of the Lanes glowing well into the evening. Find out more here.
Discover 80+ street food stalls and pop-up bars serving up tastes from all corners of the globe.
Experience 10 music stages featuring over 200 artists with a fresh line up every night!
Enjoy the art installations and illuminated streets transforming the City.
Visit our FAQ page for essential info on accessibility, transport, event details and more.
Parramatta Lanes is taking over the city, so expect road and car park closures and transport updates. Don’t stress, we have everything you need to know.
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Thanks to our partners
Powerhouse Lane is an initiative of Lanes Collective and proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with Parramatta Council and Powerhouse.
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