Pride on the harbour | Summer Party Edition 2027
Love is love all year round! Celebrate it with us on the water! LETS GET FABULOUS!
🌈 Pride on the Harbour | Summer Edition 2027
Sunset Party Cruise • DJs • Dancing • Live Entertainment
Saturday 16 January 2027 | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
MV Calmer | Newcastle Harbour
SUMMER PRIDE. SUNSET VIBES. AFTER-DARK PARTY. 🌈☀️🪩
Newcastle, get ready for four unforgettable hours of Pride, music, dancing and summer energy on the harbour.
Step aboard MV Calmer for a spectacular sunset-to-after-dark Pride party cruise, featuring DJs, live entertainment, huge party anthems and incredible Newcastle Harbour views.
We’ll set sail in the summer sunshine, party through golden hour and sunset, then turn up the lights as MV Calmer transforms into a floating Pride nightclub after dark.
Whether you're coming to dance, celebrate, meet new people or simply enjoy an epic summer night on the water — this is your Pride party.
🌈 WHAT TO EXPECT
🎧 DJs playing Pride anthems, pop, dance, disco, house & throwbacks
💃 Live entertainment
☀️ Summer party vibes from the moment we set sail
🌅 Golden hour & sunset on Newcastle Harbour
🪩 After-dark dance party under the lights
🌊 Three levels aboard Newcastle's MV Calmer
🍹 Fully licensed bars
🏳️🌈 A welcoming celebration of love, diversity & community
FOUR HOURS. THREE LEVELS. ONE HUGE PRIDE PARTY.
🎶 THE SOUNDTRACK
Expect the songs that make Pride dance floors come alive:
Pop Anthems • Dance Classics • Disco • House • Throwbacks • Singalongs • Current Hits • Pride Favourites
From iconic divas and dance-floor classics to today's biggest party tracks, our DJs will keep the energy building all night.
🌅 FROM SUNSHINE TO NIGHTCLUB
☀️ 6:00 PM — SUMMER PARTY
Set sail in the sunshine with the DJs playing, drinks flowing and Newcastle Harbour as your backdrop.
🌅 GOLDEN HOUR & SUNSET
Grab your crew and soak up one of Newcastle's best summer views as the sun goes down over the harbour.
🪩 AFTER DARK
The lights come up, the beats get bigger and MV Calmer transforms into a floating Pride nightclub.
🚢 EVENT DETAILS
Saturday 16 January 2027
Cruise: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Check-in: From 5:30 pm
Departure: 6:00 pm sharp
Duration: 3 hours
Vessel: MV Calmer
Pick-up & Drop-off: Queens Wharf Ferry Terminal, Newcastle
18+ event
Please arrive early — the vessel cannot wait for late passengers once boarding has closed.
🌈 EVERYONE IS WELCOME
Pride on the Harbour is a celebration of love, diversity, individuality and community.
Come with your partner. Come with your friends. Bring the whole crew.
Whether you're part of the LGBTQIA+ community or joining us as an ally, you're welcome aboard.
LOVE IS LOVE — ALL YEAR ROUND. 🏳️🌈
🍹 DRINKS
MV Calmer features two fully licensed bars serving beer, wine, sparkling, spirits, RTDs, soft drinks and non-alcoholic options.
Strictly no BYO alcohol.
Food may also be available for purchase onboard.
✨ DRESS FOR SUMMER PRIDE
Think summer party meets Pride.
Bright colours, glitter, tropical looks, statement pieces and Pride colours are encouraged — or simply come in something comfortable and ready to dance.
For safety onboard, tall or sharp-pointed heels are not permitted. Small, stable chunky heels are acceptable.
⚠️ Important Information, terms & conditions
- Licensed venue. Events operate under strict licensing and RSA regulations.
- Valid photo ID Required
- Group Bookings and Purchaser Responsibility: Where one person purchases tickets on behalf of multiple attendees or a group, the purchaser is responsible for ensuring that every person attending under that booking is provided with, and is fully aware of, all relevant event information, entry requirements, policies, terms and conditions before the event date.
- All event information, terms and conditions are made available on the ticketing page at the time of purchase. A guest’s failure to read, receive or understand this information does not provide grounds for a refund, credit, transfer or other compensation.
- Drinks available for purchase
- Food available forpurchase - 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.
- Cash and card accepted.
- 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 nightclub, dance, style cruise 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.
- No Prams permitted - due to taking up room and being a trip hazard.
- 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.
- 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 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, and all applicable legislation.
- Departure Policy: Vessel always aims to depart at the scheduled time. Late arrivals will not be refunded.
- All Sales Final: Tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled by the organiser.
🏳️🌈 PRIDE ON THE HARBOUR
SUMMER EDITION 2027
Saturday 16 January | 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
MV Calmer • Newcastle Harbour
🌈 Pride • ☀️ Summer • 🌅 Sunset • 🎧 DJs • 💃 Dancing • 🪩 After Dark
Your summer Pride party is calling.