In recent years Sydney has developed a few great spots for those who want to keep the party going into the early hours, the city offers some fantastic after-party spots. Whether you’re coming out of a club and not ready to call it a night or simply want to dance until dawn, these venues have you covered. With Bardar, you can easily find the best spots to keep the rave alive. Here’s our guide to the best after-party spots in Sydney.
1. Sutra Sunrise
Once per month, you can rest safe in the knowledge that no matter what time or where you end your night out, if you feel like reviving it you can head to Sutra and it will be epic.
A mini-festival happening once-per month from 11:30am Sat to 12:30pm Sun, Sutra Sunrise is a fantastic, colourful and psychadelic rave that turns the Bridge Hotel in Rozelle into a tropical dance music paradise. Sounds range through a variety of genres, encompassing everything from D&B to organica and deep house. Always packed, Sutra is one of the best after-party spots in Sydney, especially in Summer.
2. Breakfast at SASH
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, without a doubt, and similarly breakfast at S.A.S.H. is the most important long-weekend afters sesh there is.
S.A.S.H. is well known for distributing their brand of groovy, minimal house every Sunday and their “Breakfast at SASH” event is a must for after-party enthusiasts. Held from 5am to midday at Home The Venue every long weekend Monday, it’s a party that allows you to transition from Sunday-night depravity to Monday-morning revelry seamlessly. With top-notch house DJs, a lively crowd, and an unbeatable vibe, Breakfast at SASH is where you go when you’re not ready to stop dancing.
3. BASEMENT
Joining BASEMENT’s 4am crew is one of the best ways to shake off that last bit of sweat to some high-energy music before turning it in for the morning.
BASEMENT is the prime Saturday-night late-night event, providing an unreal space for lovers of harder dance music to put their brains and bodies through the wringer until 6am. The Bardar team particularly loves BASEMENT as an after-festival destination – hop in an uber there, recover for a minute in the booths over a cold bevvie and then plunge back into the action. The fact that BASEMENT is on every week makes it extra-reliable as an afters spot, and cements it as one of the best after-party spots in Sydney.
4. The Abercrombie
The Abercrombie is Sydney’s ultimate 24-hour party spot, offering non-stop music and a vibrant atmosphere.
The Abercrombie, recently reopened as Sydney’s only 24-hour nightclub, is a haven for those who want to party without worrying about closing times. Located in Chippendale, this multi-level venue offers a mix of Italo-disco, house, and techno across its various spaces. With events running through the night and into the early morning, The Abercrombie is the ultimate spot for after-party seekers who crave a continuous party atmosphere.
5. Club 77
While it wouldn’t have made this list were it written last year, 77 has recently acquired a 5am closing license AND kick-started a new series of Sundays at 77s, running from 6am Sunday to 4am Monday. Kick-ons galore.
Club 77 has been a staple of Sydney’s nightlife for decades. Known for its gritty, no-frills vibe and monster sound system – Club 77 specialises in house and techno, and it’s one of the few places that stay open until 5 AM on weekends. The club’s history and reputation for epic all-nighters make it a go-to for those who want to keep dancing well into the morning.
6. Universal
You’ve been out seeing a gig at the Oxford Art Factory, or partying late in the city, and you’re juuust not quite ready to go home yet – the only logical choice is the reliably-going Universal.
Universal, located on Oxford Street, is another excellent spot for those looking to keep on keepin on. This LGBTQ+ friendly venue is known for its inclusive atmosphere and high-energy dance floors. Open until the early hours of the morning, Universal plays a mix of house, techno, and pop, catering to a diverse crowd. Whether you’re coming from a night out on Oxford Street or looking for a welcoming space to dance until dawn, Universal has you covered.
Conclusion
While Sydney may not be the easiest place to kick-on indefinitely, these are a few solid options and with Bardar, you can easily check to see which of these spots is the most pumping on your night out, and select an afters destination accordingly.
