Caribbean Pirates NYE 2024
Ring in 2025 and party like a Caribbean pirate riverside at South Wharf's cargo sheds! Enjoy great food & stunning views of Melbourne's CBD!
Location
Plus 5
37 South Wharf Promenade South Wharf, VIC 3006 AustraliaRefund Policy
About this event
- Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes
Ready to party like a Caribbean pirate this New Year's Eve?
Join us at Plus 5 and South Wharf Sheds riverside for an awesome New Years Eve party, where the drinks flow, the beats hit hard, and the vibe is nothing short of electric!
Get into the scallywag spirit with Pirate Life Lager, premium Penfold's wines, tropical-themed cocktails, crafted by our crew of rum-loving mixologists featuring Kraken Rum, Havana Club and premium tequila from 1800 and Altos. Plus enjoy a great selection of food from our live and interactive Coastal Market Food Stations, offering Spanish Paella, Mediterranean Antipasto, Greek Souvlaki, fresh seafood, and more!
Local legend and self-professed pirate Simon Phillips will be performing crowd-pleasing classics and well-loved hits followed by DJ Dee spinning dance floor fillers until 1am!
And that’s not all! As the clock strikes midnight, get ready for an epic balloon drop to welcome 2025 in swashbuckling style.
With unbeatable views by the water, this pirate party is the only place to be this New Year’s Eve. Don’t miss your chance to dance, drink and make memories that’ll last all year long!
Packages:
General Admission - $140 per person (early bird pricing $120pp)
Glass of Penfolds French Champagne on arrival
Access to all interactive Coastal Market Food Stations (visit as many times as you like)
Premium Terrace Seating - $280 pp (early bird pricing $250pp)
Reserved seating on the riverside terrace with views of the CBD
Exclusive access to VIP bars with free-flowing beverages from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM
Access to all interactive Coastal Market Food Stations (visit as many times as you like whilst available)
Commandeer the night!
Competition for the best dressed Pirate or Damsel with your chance to win a P!rate Life AFL Gather Round 2025 Experience for two!
First Prize:
* Flights for two to Adelaide for the 2025 AFL gather round
* One nights accommodation for two
* Tickets to the Gather Round doubleheader in the P!rate Life Adelaide Oval box on Saturday, April 12th 2025
* Food and drinks for both AFL games
Runner Up:
* $200 in South Wharf Restaurant vouchers.
Competition will judged on the night so make sure you're dressed to impress! For full terms and conditions please click here.
Menu:
Spanish Paella Station featuring seafood, saffron, and chorizo paella, as well as roasted pumpkin, red pepper, and pea paella. Both made with imported Spanish Bomba Rice and saffron.
Mediterranean Antipasto Station offering a selection of Australian and imported cured meats, cheeses, pickled Frutti de Mare, and char-grilled vegetables, served with artisanal focaccia, pita, Tirokafteri, tzatziki and babaganoush.
Greek Souvlaki Station serving Roaring Forties Tasmanian lamb, Portuguese short rib, mushrooms, halloumi, falafel, and chicken cacciatore, accompanied by warm pita, tzatziki and Greek pickles.
Prawn & Caribbean Scallop Ceviche Station with QLD prawns and Caribbean-style scallop ceviche served on ice, with condiments including tartare, Marie rose dressing, horseradish aioli, fresh lemon and lime.
Wok Station offering live Pad Thai with free-range chicken or vegetarian options, made with rice noodles, shrimps, tofu, bean shoots, garlic chives, tamarind, fish sauce, peanuts, and lime.
Carvery Station featuring Scottsdale pork belly "porchetta," Mediterranean-style free-range chickens, and dill and lemon-baked Tasmanian salmon sides, served with salsa verde, mint pesto and traditional red wine gravy.
Salad Station showcasing summer's finest produce, including Greek salad, panzanella, watermelon & feta, caprese and more.
Dessert Station with artisanal gelato, pistachio and honey baklava, lemon ricotta or chocolate cannoli, mini caramel-filled doughnuts, goolab jamoon and "Kraken Cherry" Jamaica rum cake.
Drinks
Pirate Life Lager
Premium Penfolds wines
Tropical-themed cocktails, crafted by our talented mixologists, featuring Kraken Rum, Havana Club Rum, and premium tequila from 1800 and Altos.
Caribbean-style mocktails, providing refreshing tropical flavours.
Willie Smiths Non-Alcoholic Cider, Peroni 0.0% and Giesen 0% Pinot Gris and Rosé
In addition to these selections, a full bar will be available for additional drinks (not included in the VIP free flowing drinks).
Frequently asked questions
The event will take place on December 31, 2024. Doors open at 8:00 PM, and the party runs from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM
The event is located at Plus 5 and South Wharf Sheds, offering stunning riverside views of the Melbourne CBD.
VIP Ticket holders will have reserved seating on our terrace with views of the Melbourne CBD, exclusive access to the VIP bars with free-flowing beverages from 8:30 PM to 1:00 AM and access to all Coastal Market Food Stations.
General Admission ticket holders will enjoy access to all Coastal Market Food Stations and a glass of Penfolds French Champagne on arrival. Seating will be available but unallocated. The style of event is cocktail and our venues will be set up as such.
No, you don't need to book together, you will have the opportunity to create or join a group at time of booking.
Yes! We will be dancing well into the night.
We cater for almost all dietary requirements however, if you have a life threatening allergy please outline at time of booking to ensure we have it covered. We will provide a dietary card outlining the not obviously vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and gluten free (celiac friendly) items.
Yes we cater for vegan and vegetarian guests and will provide a list of the non-obvious dishes available on the day . Our friendly chefs will also be able to assist if needed.
We encourage all guests to embrace the pirate theme! Whether you come dressed as a pirate or damsel, it’s all about having fun. Staff will also be in full pirate attire.
South Wharf has a fantastic view of the Melbourne City Skyline. Whilst you may not be able to see the fireworks from all parts of the venue(s) there will be the opportunity to enjoy the midnight fireworks from the waterfront and surrounding area.
Rideshare or taxi to DFO South Wharf and wander to the waterfront. We are also a short walk from tram stop 124A-Casino/MCEC/Clarendon St. Parking is available in the DFO South Wharf Wilson parking and we offer a 10% parking discount to custmers.
We advise to purchase in advance. We expect to sell out, so please book your tickets as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
VIP Ticket holders have reserved terrace seating. General Admission Ticket holders will have access to high tables and other modulated seating throughout the the venue.
Our Coastal Market Food Stations will feature a variety of dishes, including Spanish paella, Mediterranean antipasto, Greek souvlaki, fresh seafood, live Pad Thai, and more. You can visit the stations as frequently as you wish.
If you have a life threatening allergy please outline at time of booking to ensure we have it covered. Our chefs will be briefed on allergens and will be able to assist if you are unsure. If it's anything unusual we will be in touch.
Pirate Life Lager, premium Penfolds wines, tropical-themed cocktails with Kraken Rum, Havana Club Rum, and premium tequilas, along with Caribbean-style mocktails and non-alcoholic beverages like Peroni 0.0% and Giesen 0% wines. A full bar serving further options will also be available & free water.
Yes! We’ll have live music from local legend Simon Phillips and DJ Dee spinning dance-floor hits until 1:00 AM. Plus, there will be a midnight balloon drop to celebrate the New Year in style!
We can offer refunds or cancellations up to 30 days from the event. Following this all ticket sales are final. Refunds will not be issued unless the event is canceled or rescheduled.
This is an adults-only event. All attendees must be 18 years or older and hold current ID to present on arrival.
Yes we cater for pescatarian guests and will provide a list of the non-obvious dishes available on the day . Our friendly chefs will also be able to assist if needed.
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Plus 5 takes a little inspiration from the food traditions of Spain, Italy & the world to bring wood fired tapas & pizza to the heart of South Wharf.
Whether you’re looking to wine and dine in South Wharf’s legendary cargo halls, or want to sample the most impressive selection of freshly made cocktails on our waterfront terrace, Plus 5 is an unbeatable place to have fun and soak up the local atmosphere.
Sip traditional & unique cocktails, graze on delicious sharers & tapas, or simply join us for a glass of wine at our lounge where great times are waiting to be had.