Mega pop up ‘The Winter Village’ will make its debut in Parramatta for its inaugural launch this June, making its way to NSW due to popular demand as Sydney-siders finally get a taste of the alpine-inspired winter wonderland.
Open daily, it will run for three months, from June 19 – September 12.
The Winter Village has partnered with City of Parramatta Council’s popular Winterlight for its 10th year running, to transform Prince Alfred Square in Parramatta into a winter wonderland, complete with an ice skating rink, igloo village, daily snow showers and food and drink pop ups serving the ultimate cosy comfort food.
After a blockbuster 2019 debut, in Federation Square, Melbourne, The Winter Village will finally bring its greatest hits along with new additions to Parramatta, including a new Brunch & Skate package on weekends, ice skating and daily snow showers.
The Winter Village is brought to life by Australian Venue Co, who operate a number of favourite pubs, bars and restaurants across Sydney.
Activations Operations Manager, Selena Majumdar is excited to debut The Winter Village in Parramatta, after plans to expand interstate were put on hold last year due to COVID.
“In a year where many Sydney-siders are looking for a new adventure without being able to travel overseas, we’re thrilled to be able to finally bring The Winter Village to NSW and create an escape close to home for locals this winter,” she said.
“We’re launching Parramatta with a bang and can’t wait for friends and families to get a taste of our winter wonderland!”
City of Parramatta Council Lord Mayor, Cr Bob Dwyer said Parramatta is where it’s at this winter.
“We’re excited to be hosting The Winter Village in beautiful Prince Alfred Square, kicking off what is going to be a jam-packed program to celebrate the 10th anniversary of our iconic Winterlight festival – including our super popular school holiday events,” he said.
For the ultimate The Winter Village experience, guests can pre-book private igloos and cabins, perfect for an afternoon or evening of enjoying some drinks and sharing a bite to eat.
Parramatta will have 20 igloos, each measuring 3.6m x 3.6m, which can host up to eight people.
All igloos must be pre-booked via The Winter Village website and include the choice of two food and beverage packages.
The new Brunch & Skate package will let the weekend warriors work up an appetite with a 45-minute skate session, plus a well-earned brunch in a private igloo.
Ice skating passes can be booked online, with 45-minute sessions available during opening hours.
The Parramatta Winter Village will have daily snow showers at 12pm, 3pm, 6pm and 9pm.
Entry to The Winter Village is free, walk-in customers can order food & beverage directly from the pop up bar, with casual outdoor seating available.
For more information, visit thewintervillage.com.au.
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