DARLO AFTER DARK

Get out your winter woollens and gather your mates – Darlo After Dark is coming, and it’s bringing the glow to the chilliest nights of the year.

Running from 19–29 June, this brand new 10-day festival will transform Darlinghurst into a beacon of creativity and community in celebration of the Winter Solstice. Curated by the legends at Arts-Matter, Darlo After Dark brings together everything we love about Darlo: art, music, performance, good food, interesting people – and a little bit of mystery.

Think opera in your favourite trattoria, mulled wine in candlelit bars, tarot readings in antique shops, sake tastings, cult movie screenings, and hands-on creative workshops. It’s all about getting cosy, getting curious, and discovering something new right here in your own backyard.

Darlo After Dark • 19 – 29 June 2025

  • Rainbow Studios

    348 Liverpool Street

    Illuminate the longest night of the year with a hands-on lantern decorating workshop at Rainbow Studios. Unleash your creativity and craft your own glowing masterpiece — perfect for lighting up the streets of Darlo or adding a warm touch to your home. Materials will be provided, just bring your creative spark!

    Thursday June 19th 6.30pm

  • The Darbury

    249 Darlinghurst Road

    Experience an intimate evening of music with Tanzanian-Australian singer-songwriter Malaika Mfalme live at The Darbury. With a voice that echoes into the night, Malaika weaves soulful stories of self-love and the ever-shifting tides of human connection. A highlight of Darlo’s Winter Solstice celebration — don’t miss this unforgettable evening of sound and spirit on the streets of Darlinghurst.

    Friday June 20th 6-8pm

  • Dust Antiques

    381 Liverpool Street

    Curious what the stars have in store? Pop by the antique shop Dust for an eye-opening tarot reading. Our reader will be on hand to offer bite-sized glimpses into your past, present and future. It’s the perfect pit stop before a cocktail, and maybe a treasure hunt through the shelves.

    Friday June 20th 1-4pm

  • Govindas Cinema

    112 Darlinghurst Road 

    Join us for a magical night at Govindas for a free screening of the cult classic Witches of Eastwick — a wickedly fun way to spend the longest night of the year. Come early to grab dinner upstairs, then settle in for a night of charm, mischief and cinematic magic.

    Saturday June 21st 8pm

  • Darlo Night Markets

    120 Darlinghurst Road

    Get crafty at the Darlo Night Markets and create your very own winter flower crown. This fun hands-on wreath making workshop is the perfect way to channel the solstice with fresh florals and good energy, surrounded by live music and performances by Kapow Street Dancers. No experience needed, just bring your imagination!

    Saturday June 21st 5.30-6.30pm

  • Gino’s Kitchen & Cocktails

    235 Victoria Street

    Immerse yourself in a romantic evening of live opera by Gaetano Bonafante and classic Italian at Darlo’s beloved family trattoria, Gino’s. With alfresco dining, timeless cocktails and the richest traditional Italian mains, all set to the soaring sounds of opera, Gino’s is the perfect spot to settle in and savour the Solstice.

    Friday 20th June 8pm

  • Ouzo Bar & Dining

    259 Victoria Street

    Saxophone meets mezze as James Domeyko performs live at Ouzo. Indulge in the finest Mediterranean-inspired dishes, woodfired to perfection and paired with exceptional wines and cocktails. It’s the ultimate date night — warm, vibrant, and set to the smooth sounds of live music.

    Friday 27th June 8pm

  • Nomidokoro Indigo

    393 Liverpool Street

    Sip, savour, and celebrate the Winter Solstice at Nomidokoro Indigo, Darlinghurst’s hidden gem. Settle in for a cosy tasting session featuring a curated selection of sake, perfectly paired with light bites. It’s the perfect way to warm up your Sunday and raise a glass to Darlo After Dark.

    Sunday June 29th 5.30pm

  • Gelato Messina

    1/241 Victoria Street

    The creative geniuses at Messina are crafting a limited-edition solstice ice cream, made exclusively for Darlo After Dark. It's the ultimate post-dinner-and-drinks sweet treat — perfect for enjoying as you roam the vibrant streets of Darlo. Get it while it lasts!

    19–29th June