
Western Sydney Oyster & Seafood Festival
1 – 31 August 2026
Thousands of oysters, exceptional seafood and a month of flavour.
This August, dive into a month-long celebration of Australia’s finest seafood at the West HQ Oyster & Seafood Festival.
From 1 – 31 August enjoy premium East 33 Sydney Rock oysters, signature seafood specials, oyster tastings, live music and more.

$1.50 Sydney Rock Oysters
Available Sunday to Thursday from Steak & Oyster Co. by Sean Connolly*
Enjoy NSW’s finest Sydney Rock Oysters supplied by East 33, available every Sunday to Thursday throughout August from Steak & Oyster Co. by Sean Connolly. Indulge in Australia’s favourite seafood delicacy and discover why oysters are best enjoyed shared.
*Dine in only. Minimum of 6 oysters in any transaction.

Signature Seafood Specials
Available everyday for lunch & dinner
Signature seafood specials across four signature venues:
Pizzaperta Manfredi – Prawn Linguini: baby peas, semidried tomato and fresh basil
New Town Thai – Thai Style 1kg Black Mussels Red Curry with broccoli & steamed jasmine rice
Steak & Oyster Co. by Sean Connolly – Garlic Prawns and Chorizo
CHU Restaurant by China Doll – Lobster with XO Sauce and Lobster with Kombu butter

Oyster Shucking & Tasting Bar
Every Sunday from 12 – 3pm
Experience live oyster shucking demonstrations and guided tastings led by oyster experts. Learn about different oyster varieties and tasting notes while sampling NSW’s finest Sydney Rock Oysters supplied by East 33.

James Gordon Artist Pop-Up
Every Sunday from 12 – 3pm
Experience live artwork and creative installations from acclaimed artist, illustrator and designer James Gordon. A unique opportunity to enjoy art alongside great food, fresh seafood and entertainment.

Wednesday is Chowder Night
Every Wednesday
Make Wednesdays your new midweek tradition with Oyster Chowder Night at West HQ. Enjoy a hearty bowl of creamy oyster chowder packed with fresh oysters and seasonal ingredients as part of the Oyster & Seafood Festival.

A Glass of Chandon Awaits
Every Day
Enjoy Chandon from $10 a glass or $50 a bottle, perfectly paired with freshly shucked oysters and signature seafood dishes for the ultimate blend of fresh flavours and sparkling indulgence.

Live Music at Eat St. Central
Every Thursday 6 – 9pm & Sunday 12 – 3pm
Soak up the festival atmosphere with live music throughout the venue while enjoying fresh seafood.

Shucking Competition
Sunday 16 August from 1pm
Are you Western Sydney’s fastest oyster shucker? Put your skills to the test and join the live oyster shucking competition at West HQ. Walk away with a title and some delicious rewards too.
Only six participants will secure a place in this exclusive shucking showdown, so get in quick. To enter, you must be 18 years or over. Simply email [email protected] and in 25 words or less, tell us why you think you’re ‘Western Sydney’s Fastest Shucker”.
Entries close Friday 14 August at 4pm.