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 in July
Christmas in July
Make this July jolly at The Lakes Hotel!
Join us for a whole month of festive fun with our Christmas Roast and Mega Ham Raffle.
Enjoy a delicious Christmas Roast, with all the trimmings every day of the week. AND, don't miss our Mega Ham Raffle every Thursday from 5:30pm, where we’re giving away 10 hams and vouchers!
Don’t miss out on a month of festive fun – book your next visit to The Lakes Hotel now!
School Holidays Hunger Games Trivia
Hunger Games Trivia
May the odds be ever in your favour... because Hunger Games Trivia is coming to The Lakes Hotel!
Join us on Thursday 10th July from 7pm for a night in Panem where your knowledge could be the difference between victory and defeat.
From Capitol fashion to Katniss’ iconic moments, we’re covering everything across the Hunger Games universe. Come dressed as your favourite tribute or character - there’ll be epic prizes for best dressed and trivia champions alike.
So rally your district, sharpen your wits, and get ready to volunteer as tribute for a night of fierce fun and fandom!
The Sunday Local - Darren Jack Trio
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Darren Jack Trio in our front bar!
Jacko’s back! Known and loved nationwide, Darren Jack delivers world-class blues with blistering guitar work and killer original songs. This one’s part acoustic, mostly electric - and 100% ripper!
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 July 13th 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!
Lakes Got Talent
Lakes Got Talent!
Get ready to unleash your inner superstar when The Lakes Got Talent returns, Fri 18 July - It’s the HOTTEST karaoke competition on the Coast!
Join us for 7 weeks of Karaoke competition every Friday from 9pm in our Front bar. Belt out your favourite tunes for your chance to share in $1,000 of epic prizes.
Sign-ups from 8pm, get in early!
With two semi-finals and a grand finale, the stage is set for your talent to shine. Start warming up those vocal cords and get ready to win big.
The Lakes Got Talent, the spotlight is calling.
The Sunday Local - Jo Fabro
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Jo Fabro in our front bar!
Jo Fabro is pure joy on stage - engaging, soulful, and seriously talented. With a stellar band behind her, she brings modern soul with a fresh, feel-good twist.
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!
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 Dusty Lowdowns
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Dusty Lowdowns in our front bar!
Good tunes, good vibes, and a top trio of musos. The Dusty’s bring classic rock with polish, fun, and plenty of crowd-pleasers. A front bar fave in the making!
The Sunday Local - Little Wicked
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Little Wicked in our front bar!
Something wickedly fun is coming! Fronted by the powerhouse Meaghan Patten, Little Wicked deliver high-energy rock, good times, and big Sunday vibes. Let’s get loud!
The Sunday Local - Continental Blues Party
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Continental Blues Party in our front bar!
Robert Susz returns with his all-star blues and soul crew for another unforgettable Lakes show. High energy, feel-good vibes, and a guaranteed dancefloor - it’s party time!
Country Karaoke Night
Country Karaoke Night
Grab your boots and warm up those vocal cords - Country Karaoke Night is coming to The Local!
From Dolly to Luke Combs, this is your chance to hit the stage and sing your favourite country anthems loud and proud.
Dress in your best country getup – think flannel, denim, and cowboy hats, and get ready for a night of boot-scootin fun.
There’ll be awesome prizes up for grabs, so bring your A-game and a whole lotta southern charm. It’s gonna be a rootin’ tootin’ good time, don’t miss it!
The Sunday Local - Jenny Marie Lang
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Jenny Marie Lang in our front bar!
Style, soul, and serious talent. Jenny Marie Lang blends country, jazz, and blues with a velvet voice and multi-instrumental flair. A new Lakes favourite in the making!
The Sunday Local - The Tonecutters
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Tonecutters in our front bar!
Long weekend party incoming! The Tonecutters bring rock anthems, soul ballads, and a whole lot of sing-along energy. Come dance, sing, and soak up the vibes.
The Sunday Local - Ross McGregor Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Ross McGregor Band in our front bar!
Hold onto your hats - the front bar is going country! Pedal steel, twangy guitar, and driving rhythms deliver a foot-stomping, good-time afternoon of country rock fun.
The Sunday Local - Simon Kinney Lewis
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Simon Kinney Lewis in our front bar!
World-class guitarist and Oz Blues ambassador Simon Kinney-Lewis returns with his all-star band. Touring a new album and sounding better than ever—this is Aussie music at its finest.
The Sunday Local - Touchwood Rock
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Touchwood Rock in our front bar!
Your front bar faves for classic rock, Aussie anthems, and all-out party energy. Touchwood Rock bring the hits and the good vibes—come ready to sing, dance, and let loose!
The Sunday Local - Soul Xpress
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Soul Xpress in our front bar!
Funky grooves, soulful vocals, and all the feel-good vibes! Shauna Jensen leads this top-tier band for a perfect Mother's Day of dancing, singing, and serious fun.
Mother's Day at The Local
Make it a Mother’s Day to Remember!
Join us at The Lakes Hotel for a special Mother's Day. Choose from a delicious breakfast or two lunch sittings at 11:30am or 1:30pm. Enjoy live music, good vibes, and our flavour-packed menu.
Celebrate with the special woman in your life and book your spot today. Don't miss this day of love, laughter, and delicious dining!
The Sunday Local - The Loudhailers
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Loudhailers in our front bar!
Australian icon Christa Hughes (Machine Gun Fellatio) brings her powerhouse blues revue to The Lakes! With acclaimed musos Ben Fink and Ivan Jordan, The Loudhailers deliver songs with style. This exclusive front bar gig is not to be missed - you’ll want bragging rights for this one.
80’s Karaoke Party At The Local
Get ready to step back in time and sing your heart out at The Local’s 80’s Karaoke Party!
Whether you're a Madonna megafan or can’t resist a bit of Bon Jovi, this is your night to own the stage with all your favourite 80’s anthems.
Come dressed to impress in your best retro getup - we’re talking leg warmers, leather, sequins and big hair! The more outrageous, the better.
There’ll be epic prizes up for grabs, so bring the energy and let your inner pop star shine. It’s going to be a totally tubular night – don’t miss it!
The Sunday Local - Lawless Breed
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Lawless Breed in our front bar!
Heavy, sweaty, and seriously fun - Lawless Breed is back! Steve Mulry leads this classic rock powerhouse for a high-energy afternoon in the front bar. Don’t miss it!
School Holidays Kids Music Bingo
Kids Music Bingo
Get ready for a groovy time at The Lakes Hotel with our School Holidays Kids Music Bingo on April 27th 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!
ANZAC Day at The Local
a day of remembrance at the local
Join us on Anzac Day at The Lakes Hotel for a day of remembrance, pints and live tunes.
We’ll have 2-Up with The Entrance SLSC from 1pm in our front bar, plus the legendary Darren Rolling Keys live & loud from 3pm. Stick around for DJ’s and Karaoke till late!
Round up your crew and join in a great day at The Local - There's nowhere else you'd rather be this Anzac Day.
School Holidays The Simpsons Trivia
The Simpsons Trivia
D’oh! It’s Time for Simpsons Trivia at The Lakes Hotel!
Get ready for a night of laughs, mayhem, and all things The Simpsons at The Lakes Hotel on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 7PM!
Step into our Kwik-E-Mart (aka the front bar) and put your Simpsons smarts to the test. From doughnut-loving dads to evil billionaires, we’re covering it all! Compete for epic prizes, and don’t forget to dress as your favourite Springfield resident for a shot at being crowned the ultimate best-dressed fan.
So grab your friends (or spider pig), and join us for a night of nostalgia, trivia, and excellent fun. Ay caramba, you don’t wanna miss this!
The Sunday Local - Easter Long Weekend with The Specialties
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Specialties in our front bar!
Good-time rock & roll done right! With plenty of guitar, sax, and Shannon Carswell’s stunning vocals, The Specialties bring all the classic elements for a killer Easter weekend show.
Easter Long Weekend
Easter Long Weekend
Join us this Easter Long Weekend at The Lakes Hotel, where good times and laidback vibes are always on the menu.
We've got a jam-packed line-up of events to keep you entertained from Thursday through Monday. Start your long weekend off on Thursday for Karaoke and chilled drinks ‘til late. Good Friday kicks off at 12pm, we’re open for lunch and dinner and close at 10pm!
On Saturday, dance the night away with our resident party DJ’s. On Sunday, groove at our Sunday Local with The Specialties from 3pm. Finish it up on Monday with live music from Jake Cassar!
Make sure you don't miss a beat over our 4 huge days of Easter celebrations.
Hop on down to the local and join in the fun. Love your local!
The Sunday Local - Rebecca Johnson Band
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Rebecca Johnson Band in our front bar!
Funky, fun, and full of energy! Rebecca Johnson Band takes your favourite tunes to the next level with their signature groove. Always a crowd favourite at The Lakes!
The Sunday Local - Jesse Redwing
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Jesse Redwing in our front bar!
From rising star to a leading name in Oz Blues, Jesse Redwing brings raw, soulful blues and rock ‘n’ roll straight from the heart. Catch him and his powerhouse band for an afternoon of pure, gritty goodness.
The Sunday Local - Montana
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Montana in our front bar!
Montana brings the perfect mix of country rock, southern vibes, and a touch of blues to The Lakes! With well-known musos, rocking guitar, and plenty of dance floor classics, they’re here for a good time- and so are you. Don’t miss it!
The Sunday Local - JNR & The Jeweltones
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with JNR & The Jeweltones in our front bar!
Refined, respected, and ridiculously good. These Oz Blues legends deliver masterful Chicago blues and soul jazz with skill, dedication, and groove. Always a hit at The Lakes - don’t miss out!
ST. Patrick’s Day at The Local
Go green at the local!
Sham-rock your St. Patrick’s Day at The Lakes Hotel.
With Guinness on tap and delicious steak & Guinness pie - there’s no better place to spend your St. Patrick’s Day!
The Sunday Local - The Loungephonics
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Loungephonics in our front bar!
The Phonics are back, and The Lakes crew couldn’t be happier! Crowd favourites with a killer party atmosphere, they always bring the hits and pack the room. Get in early for this one!
The Sunday Local - Groovy Gravy
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with Groovy Gravy in our front bar!
Get ready for a smooth, funky ride! Central Coast’s own Groovy Gravy delivers the best of The Bee Gees, Bacharach, The Cure, Stevie Wonder, and more. Outstanding musicianship and feel-good vibes guaranteed!
The Sunday Local - The Leadbellies
The Sunday Local
Live Music from 3pm with The Leadbellies in our front bar!
Newcastle’s finest blues rockers are rolling into The Lakes! With high-energy, harmonica-driven tunes and a powerhouse frontman, The Leadbellies have been making crowds dance since 2010. No chill blues here -just pure, foot-stomping fun!