Forster's Local

SINCE 1872

what's on at the lakes

From live music to meat raffles, there's something happening every day at The Lakes. Be sure to check back regularly for updates!

lakes bistro

The Lakes has a new-look menu! Drop-in and enjoy the best pub food on the mid-north coast!

accommodation

Modern, affordable pub accommodation located right in the heart of Forster! Book direct and save 10% on the standard rate.

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Our affordable accommodation is just a hop, skip and a jump to shopping, beaches and the best Forster has to offer including our fabulous cafe, bistro and bars to keep you fed and refreshed during your stay.

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What's On...

Christmas in July

THU 24-31 JULY

Keep warm this July and enjoy our festive set menu! Get all the friends together and come celebrate the Christmas Spirit. Bookings large and small recommended, walk-ins welcome.

$45 Set Menu Includes:

Roast Pork with chats, pumpkin, carrots, beans, gravy & spiced apple sauce
Pudding with Brandy Custard
Glass of Mr Thomas Shiraz

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British & Irish Lions Tour 2025

28 JUNE to 2 AUGUST

The Lions are back down under for a blockbuster tour! From regional clashes to the ultimate Test showdowns against the Wallabies, catch every match here LIVE & LOUD across the pub!

Sat 28 June Western Force v Lions
Wed 2 July Queensland Reds v Lions
Sat 5 July NSW Waratahs v Lions
Wed 9 July ACT Brumbies v Lions
Sat 12 July Invitational Australia & NZ XV v Lions
Sat 19 July 1st Test: Wallabies v Lions
Sat 26 July 2nd Test: Wallabies v Lions
Sat 2 August 3rd Test: Wallabies v Lions

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$7 Tooheys New

EVERYDAY UNTIL 9TH JULY

Feel like a…Tooheys? Come on down all month – we’re pouring the pride of NSW for only $7 a schooner!

$7 Schooners of New
$8.50 Pints of New on Origin Game Day!
Win 1 of 2 retro NSW blues jerseys!*

*Buy a schooner of Tooheys to do in the draw to win. Draw takes place on Origin Night – winner must be present to claim jersey.

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Live Music

EVERY WEEKEND

We’ve got a cracking lineup of live music coming up at Lakes!

THU 05 JUNE 6.30pm
FRI 06 JUNE 9pm
SAT 07 JUNE 4pm
SAT 07 JUNE 9pm
SUN 08 JUNE 2pm

THU 12 JUNE 6.30pm
FRI 13 JUNE 9pm
SAT 14 JUNE 4pm
SAT 14 JUNE 9pm
SUN 15 JUNE 2pm

THU 19 JUNE 6.30pm
FRI 20 JUNE 9pm
SAT 21 JUNE 4pm
SAT 21 JUNE 9pm
SUN 22 JUNE 2pm

THU 26 JUNE 6.30pm
FRI 27 JUNE 9pm
SAT 28 JUNE 4pm
SAT 28 JUNE 9pm
SUN 29 JUNE 2pm

DJ Rob Dixon
DJ Micky
Phil McKnight
The Versatiles
Mark & Annie

DJ Rob Dixon
DJ Flav
Nikki Rudge
The Versions
Alan Clarke

DJ Rob Dixon
DJ Hypt
Sandy Louise
Replica
Max Marvell

DJ Rob Dixon
Daddy Nofcks
Tezza
Whisky Fyre
Alan Maisey

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State of Origin 2025

May 28th - July 9th

It’s that time of year again! State vs State…Mate vs Mate! Drop in and catch every minute of the action LIVE & LOUD across the pub.

Plus! Win 1 of 3 retro Tooheys jerseys on the night (T&C’s apply).

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Chef’s Table for 2

THURSDAYS | 5.30PM

Join us for a specially-curated menu by guest Chef Kingsley Saville. Celebrating the very best in contemporary Australian cuisine, this two person dining experience is sure to delight.

Every Thursday Night
From 5.30pm
New Menu each month
Limited Spaces (Book Ahead)

View the menu and book online HERE.

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Trivia Night

EVERY THURSDAY | FROM 7PM

Test your knowledge against Forster’s best and brightest every Thursday night from 7pm! Win great prizes, have a cracking time and best of all…it’s free to play!

Register your team from 6pm, for a 7pm start.

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Karaoke Night

EVERY WEDNESDAY | FROM 7.30PM

Warm up those vocal chords and start practicing! It’s Lakes and Ocean’s world famous Karaoke Night!

Every Wednesday from 7.30pm. Come on down, belt out a tune and win some bar vouchers.

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Great food, great location.

The Lakes and Ocean Hotel has been serving up good times in Forster for over 150 years! Come and check out the new bistro menu or stay in one of our modern ensuite rooms overlooking the beautiful Wallis Lake…