NSW Government extends venue opening hours to accommodate Olympic Games viewing

The NSW Government’s Special Event Extended Trading will offer Olympics fans the opportunity to watch many of the major events at the Paris Olympic Games live at pubs, clubs and bars across NSW.

Venues can trade during the early hours of the morning if they screen selected 2024 Olympics events for patrons.

With an eight-hour time difference between Paris and Sydney, the extended trading will give more fans the chance to cheer on their favourite athletes and teams.

The NSW Government’s Special Event Extended Trading supports the state’s venues and encourages a vibrant nightlife for residents and tourists.

Under the extensions, venues can open their doors longer for special cultural and sporting events, helping to boost local night-time economies.

Patrons should check with their local venue for specific opening hours during the games.

NSW Minister for Music and the Night-time Economy John Graham noted “Olympic fever only strikes once every four years and as Australians we know this means late nights and some sleep deprivation to enjoy it properly.

“There is nothing like cheering home a gold medal winner with friends and community. Special event extended trading will support that – as well as an economic boost and more jobs at night.

“All NSW pubs, clubs and bars are eligible venues for the Olympics extended trading hours, and do not need to apply individually to open when they screen the Games live.”

Image. Credit: Coogee Bay Hotel will be bringing the 2024 Paris Olympics live to their Sports Bar and The Garden from 26th July to 11th August.