The Lakes Hotel Triple Crown Punters Club
The Lakes Hotel Triple Crown Punters Club
Saddle up for The Lakes Hotel's Triple Crown Punters Club, every Friday arvo from 5:00pm. It's $5 to enter, and we're throwing in a sweet $100 prize pool, that keeps growing till someone nails all three races!
All you’ve got to do? Pick a winner in the last race from NSW, QLD, and VIC - Our team will have all the details!
So go on, round up your crew, and let the Triple Crown madness begin. Cheers to good times, great races, and chasing that jackpot at The AHA Best Wagering Venue in Australia.
The Lakes Hotel Daily Double
The Lakes Hotel Daily Double
Get set for The Lakes Hotel’s Daily Double, every Wednesday arvo from 5:00 PM! It’s just $5 to enter, and if you can pick the winners in both races, the kitty is all yours.
So go on, grab your crew, enjoy happy hour prices, and make your Wednesday legendary. Cheers to top-notch racing action at The AHA Best Wagering Venue in Australia.
The Lakes Hotel Punters Challenge
The Lakes Hotel Punters Challenge
Get ready for Saturday fun at The Lakes Hotel Punters Club! Starting from around 3:30pm, it's just $5 to join our action-packed arvo of horse racing.
Here's the lowdown: Pick a horse from the last four races in Sydney and Melbourne - score 3 points for a win, 2 for second, and 1 for third. The goal? Rack up the most points and claim the kitty!
So, if you're up for a seriously fun Saturday, make The AHA Best Wagering Venue in Australia your regular punting spot. Let the races begin!
Christmas Ham Raffles
Christmas Ham Raffles
Forget the Turkey, give me a Christmas Ham!
We’re spreading festive cheer at The Lakes Hotel with our legendary Christmas Ham Raffles! Kicking off November 27 and continuing every Thursday through December from 5:30pm, tis’ the season to win big.
Each week you’ll be in with a chance to snag one of the 10 mouthwatering Chrissy hams. It's the perfect opportunity to deck your table with deliciousness and share the joy with loved ones!
Love your Local.
SUNDAY SOUNDS - The Loudhailers
Sunday Sounds
Live Music from 3pm with The Loudhailers in our front bar!
The one you’ve been waiting for! The Loudhailers return with their explosive mix of showbiz theatrics, burlesque blues and down-and-dirty rock. Last time they blew minds, and this round will be no different. If you weren’t there for the first show, don’t make the same mistake - you’re gonna love it.
SUNDAY SOUNDS - Little Wicked
Sunday Sounds
Live Music from 3pm with Little Wicked in our front bar!
Front bar faves Little Wicked are back to kick off the Chrissy spirit. With Meaghan Patten’s powerhouse energy out front and a set full of bangers, it’s impossible not to have fun. Rocking with the locals, dancing with your mates - this one always goes off.
Boxing Day At The Local
Boxing Day
Get ready to kick back and unwind with your mates at The Lakes Hotel this Boxing Day!
We're bringing you the ultimate laidback vibes with live local sounds from Jake Cassar in the front bar from 3pm. On our mega screens you’ll find all of the Boxing Day cricket action live & loud, so round up your crew, grab a cold drink and settle in.
Whether you're recovering from the festive feast or just looking for a great way to continue the celebrations, swing by The Lakes Hotel for live tunes, sport, and great vibes this Boxing Day.
SUNDAY SOUNDS - Soul Xpress
Sunday Sounds
Live Music from 3pm with Soul Xpress in our front bar!
Top-tier musicianship meets feel-good groove. Soul Xpress bring funky soul and classic R&B with style, skill and serious passion. Shauna Jensen’s majestic vocals tie it all together for a super fun dance-floor-friendly Sunday session. A perfect way to roll out the year.
New Year’s Eve Beach Party
New Year’s Eve
Get ready to ride the waves of celebration at The Local’s New Year’s Eve Beach Party!
Let loose as Darren Rolling Keys and our resident DJ entertain you from 1pm till late.
For just $40pp, you'll get a hot and cold seafood platter, 2 drinks + a table for you and your mates.
See our friendly team to book and farewell 2025 at The Local!
Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch
Brunch just got seriously better!
Gather the crew and settle in for our Bottomless Brunch - featuring 2 hours of unlimited beer, wine and soft drink for just $60pp.
Feast your way through seafood share plates, perfect for grazing while you sip, chat and soak up the weekend vibes.
Whether it’s a birthday, a catch-up or just an excuse to treat yourself… this is your sign. Book your table and brunch the local way!
Check out the menu:
1st Course - Lemon & Herb Crumbed Flathead Bites w/ Lemon Aioli
2nd Course - 4 Cheese Arancini, Basil Pesto & Parmesan
3rd Course - Pulled Pork Tacos, Coleslaw, Harissa BBQ Sauce, Jalapeno
SUNDAY SOUNDS - Steve Edmonds Band
Sunday Sounds
Live Music from 3pm with Steve Edmonds Band in our front bar!
Get ready to witness pure guitar greatness. For over three decades, Steve Edmonds has been rocking stages across the country, delivering high-energy sets packed with legendary riffs and rock anthems. His Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughan interpretations are next-level. A true-blue guitar god in the front bar - don’t miss this one.
Bottomless Brunch
Bottomless Brunch
Brunch just got seriously better!
Gather the crew and settle in for our Bottomless Brunch - featuring 2 hours of unlimited beer, wine and soft drink for just $60pp.
Feast your way through seafood share plates, perfect for grazing while you sip, chat and soak up the weekend vibes.
Whether it’s a birthday, a catch-up or just an excuse to treat yourself… this is your sign. Book your table and brunch the local way!
Check out the menu:
1st Course - Sweet potato croquettes w/ Harissa Aioli (4x Croquettes per person)
2nd Course - Lemon & Herb Crumbed Flathead Tacos, Iceberg Lettuce, Chipotle Mayo, Pineapple & Chilli Salsa
3rd Course - Chargrilled Tiger Prawns, Baby Capers, Miso, Chilli & Lime Butter, Pangrattato.
The Sunday Local - Touchwood Rock
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Touchwood Rock in our front bar!
The Touchwood gang are back to bring the party and kickstart your summer vibes! All your favourite bangers and dance floor anthems – front bar fun guaranteed.
The Sunday Local - The Lonesome Road Blues Revue
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Lonesome Road Blues Revue in our front bar!
Blues event of the year! Four of Australia’s finest bluesmen channel the roots of modern rock & roll in this powerful, unforgettable show. A rare and unmissable blues experience at The Lakes.
The Sunday Local - Mojo Gogo
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Mojo Gogo in our front bar!
Your new Sunday favourite! A stellar lineup of Coast talent serving up bluesy, soulful rock from the ‘70s to today. Expect serious groove and showbiz flair – this one will go off!
The Sunday Local - The Stand Up Gentleman
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Stand Up Gentlemen in our front bar!
Chiming guitars, sweet harmonies and a big sound. These Coast legends (including members from Rocwater) are making their Lakes debut with a mix of classics and originals – don’t miss the buzz!
Melbourne Cup
Cup Day at The Local
Join us at The Lakes Hotel as we bring your Melbourne Cup to life. With all the action live & loud on our mega screens, food and drink packages, venue sweeps, and prizes for the best dressed, it's going to be an awesome day of ‘high-stakes’.
PLUS, groove to live music from Jake Cassar after the race! Choose from our 3 Course Bistro Package or our Shared Sports Bar Pack.
Call us on 4332 2166 or visit our friendly team to secure your spot!
3 Course Bistro Package
For $60, enjoy our sit-down menu bistro side, with shared entrees, your choice of main and dessert, and signature bubbles on arrival.
Shared entrees
House marinated Olives (VE)
Garlic bread (V)
Arancini – Tomato, Basil & Parmesan (V)
Corn Ribs – Chipotle, Garlic, Coriander (VE,GF)
Grilled King Prawns – Lemon Butter, Pangrattato
Salt & Chilli Calamari – Chilli Mayo & Coriander (DF)
Mains – Select 1
Pan fried Etty Bay Barramundi – Chorizo, Roast Potato, Capers, Lemon (GF)
Charred Pork Loin – Caramelised Fennel, Broccolini & Jus (GF)
Miso Roasted Pumpkin Salad – Pearl Barley, Herbs, Pepitas & Soy (VE)
Dessert – Select 1
Chocolate Lava Cake – Biscuit Crumb & Biscoff Ice Cream
Apple Pie Bites – Salted Caramel Ice Cream & Hazelnut praline (VE)
Sports Bar Package
For $20, enjoy your shared menu in our Sports Bar - right in the middle of the action.
Share Board on arrival
Salt & Chilli Chicken Wings
Bowl of Chips
Popcorn Chicken Tacos
The Sunday Local - Lawless Breed
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Lawless Breed in our front bar!
Hard-hitting, heavy-rocking good-time music – just how we like it! Steve Mulry’s powerhouse vocals lead this guitar-fuelled crew through a righteously rocking show. A front bar favourite for a reason!
Halloween Karaoke Party At The Local
Get ready to scream, sing, and spook it up at The Local’s Halloween Karaoke Night!
Whether you’re howling out some haunted hits or belting your favourite classics, this is your night to take the stage and unleash your inner rockstar.
Come dressed in your creepiest, kookiest, or most creative costume - the scarier, the better!
There’ll be fang-tastic prizes for the best performances and costumes, so bring the energy, grab the mic, and let’s make it a fright night to remember!
Chromefest Sunday Local - The Leadbellies
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Leadbellies in our front bar!
By popular demand! The Leadbellies return for Chromefest with their guitar-and-harmonica-driven hot rod blues-rock. A pumping, dancefloor-ready sound built for good times.
Chromefest at The Local
Chromefest At The Lakes Hotel
Get ready to swing, jive, and shimmy at The Lakes Hotel, where we've got a whole week of Chromefest goodness lined up for you, kicking off on October 21st!
Tuesday 21st: Put on your thinking cap and your blue suede shoes for Rock 'n Roll Trivia night with heaps of prizes up for grabs!
Friday 24th: It's time to unleash your inner Elvis with Rockabilly Karaoke starting at 8pm.
Saturday 25th: Get ready to groove with DJ Dola spinning throwback beats from 8pm.
Sunday 26th: Grab your partner and join us in our front bar from 3pm for The Leadbellies! Don’t forget your dancing shoes!
Best part? It's all FREE! So come on down to Chromefest at The Lakes Hotel for a rockin' good time! We can’t wait to see you.
The Sunday Local - Just Us Duo
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Just Us Duo in our front bar!
From today’s hits to timeless classics, Just Us deliver a feel-good Sunday soundtrack. Sarah Hyland’s powerhouse vocals and fun energy will have you singing and smiling all afternoon.
The Sunday Local - The Loud Hailers
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Loud Hailers in our front bar!
Back by demand! Expect burlesque blues, dirty rock and theatrical flair from Christa Hughes and her powerhouse band. Last time blew the roof off The Lakes - this one’s unmissable.
School Holidays Shrek Trivia
Shrek Trivia
Ogres have layers, and so does your trivia knowledge! Shrek Trivia is coming to The Lakes Hotel!
Join us on Thursday 9th October from 7pm for a night in Far Far Away where only the biggest fairy-tale fans will live happily ever after.
From Donkey’s one-liners to Fiona’s fierce moments and of course all things Shrek, we’re covering the whole swamp. Come dressed as your favourite character, from a noble steed to a gingerbread cookie - with prizes for best dressed and our trivia champions.
So grab your trusty sidekick, brush up on your fairy-tale facts, and get ready for a night that’s all onions, waffles, and Shrek-sized fun!
Long Weekend Sunday Local - Rebecca Johnson Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Rebecca Johnson Band in our front bar!
Always funky, always fun! Rebecca Johnson Band bring the sunshine with reinventions of pop hits and classics that light up the dancefloor. Perfect long weekend vibes.
School Holidays Family Music Bingo
Family Music Bingo
Get ready for a groovy time at The Lakes Hotel with our School Holidays Family Music Bingo on October 5th from 11am!
Join us for a musical adventure packed with fun and prizes. Sing along to your favourite tunes, mark off your bingo card, and win cool prizes.
See you at The Local for music, laughter, and good times!
October Long Weekend
The October Long Weekend
Ready to kick back and have some fun at The Lakes Hotel this October Long Weekend? Check out what’s on:
Friday: Karaoke from 8pm
Saturday: DJ's from 8pm
Sunday: The Sunday Local with The Rebecca Johnson Band from 3pm and Family Music Bingo
Monday: Darren Rollings Keys from 3pm
Plus, we’ll have the NRL Grand Final live & loud on our mega screens!
Expect sunny vibes and good times. See you there!
The Sunday Local - CJ’s Blues Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with CJ’s Blues Band in our front bar!
They’re back! CJ’s Blues Band return to bring the rock ’n’ roll and blues-fuelled energy that made them local legends. High-octane, good-time music that will get the front bar buzzing.
The Sunday Local - Shane Flew Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Shane Flew Band in our front bar!
Debuting at The Lakes! Shane Flew Band blends country rock, Americana and smooth blues with class and finesse. A line-up of top-tier musicians delivering an irresistible Sunday soundtrack - don’t miss their first show here.
The Sunday Local - Montana
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Montana in our front bar!
Local favourites Montana are back with their high-energy mix of country rock, blues and good times. Expect plenty of guitars, dancing, and a Sunday session worth dusting off your boots for.
The Sunday Local - LIZA OHLBACK & THE MERCY TRAIN
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Liza Ohlback & The Mercy Train in our front bar!
Soul, funk, blues and gospel rolled into one powerhouse show. Liza Ohlback’s soaring vocals drive The Mercy Train straight into a dance party you won’t forget. Every time they’ve hit The Lakes, the crowd has gone wild - this Sunday will be no different.
Father’s Day
Father’s Day
Celebrate Father's Day in style at The Lakes Hotel, September 7th. Choose from two lunch sittings, a delicious selection of food specials and groove to The Sunday Local's live tunes with The Mercy Train.
Give Dad the day he truly deserves. Good food, good music, and good vibes – let's make it unforgettable, Lakes style!
The Sunday Local - Sugar Whiskey Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Sugar Whiskey Band in our front bar!
Popular Coastie favourites Sugar Whiskey are rolling into the front bar for one big party! All your favourite covers and classics with an upbeat, feel-good vibe. Time to open the whiskey and hit the dancefloor.
The Sunday Local - One World
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with One World in our front bar!
Big rock sound and even bigger good vibes. One World brings classics from the 60s to today in a show that feels more like a concert than a pub gig.
The Sunday Local - The Groove Depot
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Groove Depot in our front bar!
Soul, funk, reggae and groove! Pat Powell fronts this all-star crew with smooth style and infectious rhythm. The Groove Depot is seriously fun, seriously funky and not to be missed.
The Sunday Local - The Rams
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Rams in our front bar!
Catch The Rams before they hit the big stage! Coastal country rock with huge energy, crowd favourites, and sing-along hooks. Always a packed house when these legends roll in.
The Sunday Local - Smokin Rosie
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Smokin Rosie in our front bar!
Back by demand! Smokin Rosie return with their powerhouse classic rock show. Caz Coates leads the charge with killer vocals and a band that knows how to bring the heat. It’s loud, it’s fun - it’s the rock you love!
2000’s Karaoke Night
Noughties Karaoke Night
It’s time to throw it back - 2000s Karaoke Night is hitting The Local!
From Britney to Blink-182, belt out the biggest bangers of the Y2K era and party like it’s 2005. Whether you're all about pop princesses, boy bands, or emo anthems, the stage is yours.
Dress in your best 2000s fit – low-rise jeans, trucker hats, frosted tips, or anything Paris Hilton would approve of and get ready for a night of pure nostalgia.
There’ll be epic prizes for the best-dressed and top performers, so bring the energy and your inner pop star.
The Sunday Local - The Hawks
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Hawks in our front bar!
Start your engines! The Hawks are back with their gritty 60s/70s rock power trio energy. They raised the roof last time, and odds are they’ll do it again!