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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Book your accommodation direct online or at the bar and save 10%.
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.
What's On...
Knockin’ Boots 4.0
- FRI 9TH MAY | FROM 9PM
Forster’s BIGGEST Country Night! DJ Hypt is once again spinning his best country bangers on the decks…so boot scoot on down to the Lakes for a cracking night of fun!
- DJ Hypt from 9pm
- Best Dressed Prizes
- Win 1 of 2 Double Passes to see Teddy Swims in Sydney!
TELL YOUR MATES!
Live Music
- EVERY WEEKEND
We’ve got a cracking lineup of live music coming up at Lakes!
THU 17 APRIL 6.30pm
THU 17 APRIL 9pm
FRI 18 APRIL 9pm
SAT 19 APRIL 4pm
SAT 19 APRIL 9pm
SUN 20 APRIL 2pm
SUN 20 APRIL 5pm
THU 24 APRIL 6.30pm
FRI 25 APRIL 9pm
SAT 26 APRIL 4pm
SAT 26 APRIL 9pm
SUN 27 APRIL 2pm
SUN 27 APRIL 5pm
DJ Rob Dixon
DJ Hypt
No Entertainment
Brad Hunt
Groove Collective
Max Marvell
DJ Mr Wolf
DJ Rob Dixon
DJ Micky
Anna Vee
Gotcha Covered
Pure Acoustic
DJ Mr Wolf
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Mother’s Day
- SUNDAY 11 MAY
It’s the Annual ‘Take your mum to the pub’ Day! Why not treat your mum to a morning brunch with BOTTOMLESS MIMOSA’S this Sunday 11th May.
- Free bottomless mimosa’s for mum with brunch purchase (ex B&E Roll)
- Offer valid for all 90-minute brunch bookings
- $25 for all other diners
- RSA Rules apply
Bookings Essential! BOOK HERE
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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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Easter Seafood Specials!
- FRI 18TH - MON 21ST APRIL
Easter is looking good at The Lakes this year! Our chefs have put together a cracking menu of fresh & cooked seafood options to make your long weekend extra special…
- $95 Seafood Platter for 2
- $34 Fish Tacos 3-Ways
- $25 Lobster Roll with crisps
TELL YOUR MATES!
ANZAC Day 2024
- FRIDAY 25 APRIL
We’ve got a cracking day planned with a sausage sizzle and 2UP in the Beer Garden!
- Pre-Dawn Service from 5am
- $10 Bacon & Egg Rolls
- 2UP 12pm – 5pm
- Sausage Sizzle in the Beer Garden
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Beer of the Month!
- EVERYDAY IN APRIL
This April we’re getting stuck into the beer from up here (there?!)…Great Northern Super Crisp!
- $7 Schooners
- $9.50 Pints
All day, everyday in April.
TELL YOUR MATES!
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.
TELL YOUR MATES!
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.
TELL YOUR MATES!
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…
CONTACT US
- 10 Little St
- Forster NSW 2428
- Ph: (02) 6554 6005
