The iconic, vintage-vibed harbour-side venue.
Everything you need to know before your big night out at the Big Top
Located in Sydney's world famous Luna Park, the Big Top is a vintage themed, accessible venue. With multiple set up modes, a capacity of roughly 2,950 people, a great atmosphere and in close proximity to countless restaurant and food spots (like the bar just outside), the Big Top is a perfect place to turn your concert or gig into a night out.
The Details
The Basics
Venue type: Music and comedy/ performance.
Seating options: In some modes (Circus, town hall theatre, combo, custom and the combat sports modes) reserved seating is offered. This is not the case for the general admission mode which is entirely general admission (stood up).
Overall cost: $$ / $$$
Wheelchair accessibility: The Big Top offers tickets that are wheelchair accessible.
More information and ticket booking services are available at the Luna Park ticket box via the 1300 BIG TOP (1300 244 867) phone number.
ATM Accessibility: There are plenty of ATM's dotted around Luna Park so you're never far from one.
General vibe: A big room really but pretty cosy, great acoustics
Overall child friendliness: The Big Top isn't an overly child friendly venue due to the strict rules regarding who can actually attend certain shows but the venue itself is relatively friendly due to its smaller size, ease of access and frequency of 'kids shows'.
Getting there
As the Big Top is right in the middle of Luna Park, it's super accessible from all directions.
Trains
The Big Top is a 3 minute down hill walk from the Milsons point train station. Trains leave from Central, Town hall and Wynyard heading towards Milsons point every 5 minutes during peak hour and about every 20 minutes on regular scheduling.
Milsons Point Station can be found on both the ‘Northern Line’ and ‘North Shore/ Western Line’.
Most trains heading into the city also stop here.
Buses
Many North Shore bus routes pass the nearby North Sydney Station and/or terminate at Milsons Point.
269, M20 and M40 are your best bets from the city with more than 20 buses crossing the bridge regularly from either direction.
Ferries
F3 and F4 Ferries regularly alight at Milson's Point Wharf (right in front of the Luna Park face) from Circular Quay and Darling Harbour.
For more information or to plan your trip please click here
Driving
The Luna Park car park can hold 389 cars and is available to guests during the parks opening hours ( 7 am to 3 am, no vehicle entry is allowed after 12 am)
Entry can be found via Paul Street, Milsons Point and the maximum vehicle height is 1.9 meters.
Hourly Parking Rates
0-1 hour $10 1-2 hours $18 2-3 hours $27 3-4 hours $33
4 hours + $39
Ubers and taxis
As the venue is in Milsons point, it is relatively difficult to get a taxi or uber from directly outside the venue but if you walk to the nearby Alfreds street, there are taxis and Ubers that run from nearby.
Where to eat
On a budget
If you need a bite to eat before a concert but don't want to break the bank , try these:
$ / $$$
The Thai food restaurant chain is located a short walk from Luna Park in Kiribilli perfect to stop in for some delicious, affordable Thai cuisine before your gig.
Opening hours:
12 pm -10:30 pm 7 days
3A Broughton St, Kirribilli NSW 2061
Ph: (02) 9922 6620
$ / $$$
Located on site at Luna Park, the hungry horse serves an array of fan favourites inspired by multiple cuisines from directly opposite the Big Top.
Opening hours:
Subject to change as it opens the same times as Luna Park
1 Olympic drive, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061
Ph: (02) 9922 6644
$ / $$$
The classic fish and chippery, a short walk from the Big Top, serving cheap and filling meals.
Opening hours
Monday: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Tuesday: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Wednesday: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Thursday: 11:30 am–8:30 pm
Friday: 11:30 am–9 pm
Saturday: 11 am–9 pm
Sunday: 11 am–8:30 pm
12 Fitzroy St, Kirribilli NSW 2061
Ph: (02) 9929 4680
For a full meal
If you're looking to turn your gig into a full night out, try heading to these restaurants before your show:
$$ / $$$
Described as "'Italian inspired dining in an iconic Sydney setting" located just underneath the classic Sydney harbour bridge and paired with breathtaking harbour views.
Opening hours
BREAKFAST
Monday - Friday 8 am - 10.30 am
Saturday - Sunday 7.30 am - 10.30 am
LUNCH
Monday - Sunday from 12 pm
DINNER
Monday - Sunday from 6 pm
Olympic Drive, Milsons Point NSW 2061
Ph: (02) 9929 7722
$$$ / $$$
A restaurant and bar located inside Luna Park with views of both the park and Sydney harbour.
Opening hours
BAR
Monday - closed
Tuesday - closed
Wednesday - Sunday - from 11 am
open late Friday and Saturday
RESTAURANT
Monday - closed
Tueuesday - closed
Wednesday - Sunday - from 12 pm
1 olympic drive milsons point
Ph: (02) 9033 7670
$$$ / $$$
A hidden, authentic Italian restaurant, boasting spectacular harbour views.
Opening hours
Monday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Tuesday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Thursday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm / 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm / 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Sunday Closed
41 South Alfred St , Milsons Point, NSW, Australia, 2061
Ph: 02 9955 5928
$ / $$$
A great local Thai restaurant that specialises in inexpensive and delicious classic Thai food, with a great atmosphere and amazing service just up the road from Luna park in North Sydney.
Opening Hours
Open Breakfast & Lunch Monday -Saturday.
Dinner Tuesday-Saturday
Opening:
Monday-Friday 7am
Saturday 8am.
Closing:
Monday 4pm
Tuesday-Thrsday 10pm
Friday-Saturday 10:30pm
182 Blues Point Rd McMahons Point
Ph: 02 8021 2828
On the go
If you need to eat something quick before you go or a snack afterwards try:
$ / $$$
Retro take-away foods that serves Halal, Vegetarian and Gluten Free options and is located a inside Luna Park and just few metres from the Big Top.
Opening hours:
Subject to change as it opens the same times as Luna Park
1 Olympic drive, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061
Ph: (02) 9922 6644
Desert
If you have an hankering for something sweet before or after your gig
$ / $$$
No vintage amusement would be complete without classic sweets. Both a fairy floss booth and an ice-cream parlour can be found behind the Luna Park face.
Opening hours:
Subject to change as it opens the same times as Luna Park
1 Olympic drive, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061
Ph: (02) 9922 6644
$$ / $$$
An artisan gelato chain with both classic and unique flavours, located in Kiribilli and within walking distance of Luna Park
Opening hours
Monday - Sunday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
1/19 Broughton Street, Kirribilli, NSW 2061, Australia
Ph: (02) 9929 8367
For more options about where to eat head over to here
Rules and Conditions of entry
Be sure to follow these to make sure your nigh runs smoothly
Unless the event is specifically shown to be 'all ages' no one under the age of 18 can attend
Children under the age if 12 are not allowed to attend all ages general admission (standing) shows
Children between the ages of 5-12 are allowed to attend all ages seated shows but only with a parent or legal guardian (sorry mum or dad looks like you're going to have to come along)
Children under the age of 5 are not allowed to attend all ages seated shows unless they are specified to be a 'children's ' show
Tickets cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned after purchase
Stage diving and crowd surfing are prohibited
All drugs and illicit substances are strictly prohibited
Bags bigger then the 42cm x 30cm x 20cm size limit are not allowed in the venue but can be stored in the 'Big Top Cloakroom' for the duration of the show. (best to just bring a smaller bag)
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