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SUMMER on the bay has a certain magic \u2014 sea breeze through open doors, glasses clinking as the sunset washes over the water, and that easy, coastal energy that makes people relax.<\/p>\n

TARRA Queenscliff and Searoad Ferries are built for moments like these, offering unforgettable celebrations, from beach-front dining and glass-lined event spaces to parties that literally set sail aboard the vessels.<\/p>\n

The ethos is simple: simple things done extraordinarily well.<\/p>\n

That means considered menus led by local produce, sharp service, and the flexibility to scale your Christmas party or end-of-year function without the fuss.<\/p>\n

Host at the award-winning Queenscliff Ferry Terminal, in the private events room with sweeping bay views, across<\/p>\n

the entire first floor, downstairs in a beachside restaurant or onboard Searoad Ferries for a unique celebration your guests won’t forget.<\/p>\n

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TARRA Queenscliff and Searoad Ferries\u2019 ethos is simple: simple things done extraordinarily well.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Planning is made easy with options to suit various group sizes.<\/p>\n

Cocktail parties for 30 to 300 guests.<\/p>\n

Seated lunches or dinners for 10 to 100 guests.<\/p>\n

High Tea on board Searoad Ferries for 20 to 100 guests.<\/p>\n

Hands-on cooking masterclasses for 10 to 30 guests.<\/p>\n

Private vessel charters for 150 or more guests.<\/p>\n

The dedicated events team keeps things seamless \u2014 from tailoring a quote, through to menu design, audio visual set up, styling recommendations and logistics.<\/p>\n

Whether you’re after a relaxed coastal lunch, a canap\u00e9-driven cocktail affair, or a stand-out celebration, the details can be tailored to fit your team, budget and vision.<\/p>\n

Packages are on offer starting at $70 per person.<\/p>\n

Picture this, guests arrive to coastal cocktails and local bites, dolphins playing in the bay beside you, golden hour over the Heads, or the twinkling lights of coastal landscape in the evening.<\/p>\n

This festive season, make your party feel like a mini-getaway \u2014 without the long drive.<\/p>\n

TARRA Queenscliff and Searoad Ferries have the spectacular setting and the team to deliver celebrations from 10 to 400+ guests.<\/p>\n

For enquiries and bookings visit tarra.com.au<\/a> or searoad.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n

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SUMMER on the bay has a certain magic \u2014 sea breeze through open doors, glasses clinking as the sunset washes over the water, and that easy, coastal energy that makes people relax. TARRA Queenscliff and Searoad Ferries are built for moments like these, offering unforgettable celebrations, from beach-front dining and glass-lined event spaces to parties […]<\/p>\n

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