Lunar New Year Cruise | Asian Inspired Dinner | Newcastle Harbour

MV Calmer is a unique marine venue. Please read all important information, terms and conditions before booking to ensure this event is suitable for your individual requirements.

Asian-Inspired Buffet Dinner | Live Chinese Dance Performance | MV Calmer

Saturday 6 February 2027 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Celebrate the Lunar New Year with an unforgettable evening of delicious food, traditional entertainment and spectacular views on Newcastle Harbour!

Step aboard MV Calmer for a special Lunar New Year Dinner Cruise, bringing together family, friends and loved ones for a vibrant celebration on the water.

Enjoy a generous Asian-inspired buffet dinner, followed by delicious desserts served to your table, while taking in the beautiful harbour scenery as the sun sets over Newcastle.

A highlight of the evening will be a live traditional Chinese dance performance, bringing colour, energy and cultural tradition to this special celebration.

With festive decorations, a relaxed atmosphere and stunning waterfront views, this is a wonderful opportunity to welcome the Lunar New Year in style.

Whether you're celebrating with family, enjoying a special evening with friends or looking for a unique dining experience, this cruise offers something for everyone.

🧧 What to Expect

🥢 Asian-Inspired Buffet Dinner Included – Enjoy a generous selection of delicious Asian-inspired favourites, freshly prepared by our onboard kitchen.

🍰 Dessert Served to Your Table – Complete your dining experience with alternate drop dessert plates.

🐉 Live Traditional Chinese Dance Performance – Experience a colourful cultural performance celebrating the spirit of Lunar New Year.

🌅 Spectacular Harbour Views – Enjoy Newcastle Harbour at sunset and after dark from the sky deck and wrap-around balconies.

🍹 Licensed Bars – Beers, wines, spirits, cocktails and other beverages available for purchase.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Celebration – A welcoming atmosphere perfect for families, couples and groups of friends.

📸 Memorable Photo Opportunities – Capture the festive atmosphere and beautiful Newcastle Harbour scenery.

🍽️ Dining Experience

Your ticket includes:

• Asian-Inspired Buffet Dinner – A generous selection of popular Asian-inspired dishes.
• Alternate Drop Dessert – Dessert plates served directly to your table.
• Live Traditional Chinese Dance Performance – Cultural entertainment included.
• Three-Hour Harbour Cruise – Enjoy Newcastle's spectacular waterfront scenery.

Please note:

• Buffet menu items are indicative and subject to seasonal availability.
• The onboard kitchen is not allergen-free and cannot accommodate individual or special dietary requirements.
• A $10 food wastage charge applies to excessive food left on plates.
• Beverages are available for purchase from the licensed bars.
• Strictly no BYO food or beverages.
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🎟️ Ticket Prices

Adults: $88 per person

Children (under 12 years): $59 per person

Booking fees may apply.

Tickets include the buffet dinner, dessert, live cultural entertainment and harbour cruise.

📅 Cruise Details

Date: Saturday 6 February 2027

Cruise Time: Departure 6:00 PM | Return 9:00 PM

Check-In: From approximately 5:30 PM

Duration: Three hours

Vessel: MV Calmer

Location: Queens Wharf Ferry Terminal, Wharf Road, Newcastle NSW

Please arrive early and look for All Event Cruises staff and security in the undercover gazebo area.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Group Bookings & Seating Arrangements

We allocate seating for this event.

If you are booking separately but wish to sit together, please ensure everyone enters the same Group Name when purchasing tickets.

For example: Smith Family Table.

If you only wish to sit with guests included in your own booking, enter None in the Group Name field.

Bookings made within 24 hours of departure may not be able to be seated with other groups where table allocations have already been finalised.

🎯 Limited Availability – Book Early

Celebrate new beginnings, enjoy delicious food and experience the colour and excitement of Lunar New Year aboard MV Calmer.

Gather your family and friends for a memorable evening of traditional entertainment, festive atmosphere and spectacular Newcastle Harbour views.

🎟️ Secure your tickets now and welcome the Lunar New Year on the water!

Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🧧🐉

❗ Important event information, terms and conditions

🔁 Refund Policy:
Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable, except in rare circumstances such as extreme weather or public health emergencies, where a full refund will be issued.

• 🔞 18+ Event – Authorised photo ID required.
• Licensed venue. Events operate under strict licensing and RSA regulations.
• All Sales Final: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organiser.

• Cash and card accepted.
• Drinks available for purchase
• Food available for purchase from the bar; Any menu provided is indicative only and subject to change without notice.
• Allergen Notice: Our onboard kitchen operates in a shared environment and cannot be considered allergen-free. While care is taken in preparation, we are unable to guarantee the complete absence of allergens, including gluten, due to the risk of cross-contamination. For guests with significant intolerance, severe allergies or specific dietary requirements, we recommend carefully considering whether the available options and onboard kitchen environment are suitable for your individual needs before booking. Dietary or allergen-related unsuitability does not constitute grounds for a refund.
• Strictly NO BYO food or beverages
• Heels Policy – The MV Calmer has steep stairs, so tall or pointy heels are not permitted. Small chunky heels are fine!
• Limited Seating Notice: This is a concert-style cruise event and is not a table-service or seated-viewing event. The vessel layout is determined by All Event Cruises with event flow, passenger movement, dance floor space and onboard safety in mind. Limited unreserved seating is available throughout the vessel, however seating cannot be reserved or guaranteed. Guests must not bring their own chairs, stools or other seating onto the vessel. Bringing personal seating may create safety or access issues and may result in refusal of entry. Guests are encouraged to view prior event photo albums on our social media pages before booking to get a clear understanding of the event style, vessel setup and atmosphere. Suitability of the event is at the patron’s discretion prior to purchase. Unsuitability based on seating preferences, event format or personal requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund.
• Accessibility: Please note that MV Calmer is not a fully accessible venue due to wharf, gangway and vessel design. The vessel cannot accommodate wheelchairs. It is the responsibility of the ticket purchaser and attendees to assess whether the vessel and event are suitable for their individual accessibility, mobility or personal needs before purchasing tickets. Guests should contact us before booking to discuss suitability. Lack of suitability based on accessibility or personal requirements does not constitute grounds for a refund
• Bag Policy: For safety and security reasons bags larger than a purse or clutch size are not permitted onboard. All bags will be searched prior to boarding. Guest that arrive with larger bags such as backpacks, totes and other items may be refused admission without refund.
• Do not leave bags or other personal items unattended while on-board the vessel. All Event Cruises Pty Ltd accepts no liability for any lost, damaged or stolen personal items.
• No mid-cruise drop-offs or pickups.
• Total cruise duration may be inclusive of embarkation/disembarkation. All indicated times may be adjusted at the discretion of AEC management, and, or vessel Captain.
• No need to stress about the weather! Rain doesn't stop the boat from cruising, and there is plenty inside space on the main and mid decks for an epic time! so you don't have to worry about what the weather is doing.
• CCTV & Security Notice: For the safety, security, and enjoyment of all guests, crew, and staff, MV Calmer is monitored by CCTV surveillance. By purchasing a ticket and boarding the vessel, guests acknowledge and consent to CCTV recording and security procedures.
• Professional photography and video may be captured - By purchasing a ticket and boarding the vessel, you acknowledge that photography and videography may occur during the event. You consent to All Event Cruises Pty Ltd using any images or footage of you for marketing, promotional, and operational purposes, without compensation.
• Event Conditions: All Event Cruises reserves the right to refuse entry or remove guests who do not comply with venue policies, safety requirements, or responsible service of alcohol regulations.
• Departure Policy: Vessel always aims to depart at the scheduled time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.