The Pirates Tavern is a famous Williamstown bar and function venue with the most incredible dockside location. This warm and welcoming Tavern is a favourite with those seeking a venue with striking city and bay views but with a secret bar vibe.
OUR STORY
about the pirates tavern
The Williamstown Maritime Association is a not-for-profit body set up in 2004 to establish a working maritime precinct, Seaworks, on the old Port of Melbourne Authority site in Melbourne’s historic port of Williamstown.
welcome to the WMA
Weddings – live music – dancing – kids’ days – pirates – sailing ships – car shows – sea views – cosy fires – food – coffee – beer – wine – celebrations!
The Williamstown Maritime Association is a not-for-profit body set up in 2004 to establish a working maritime precinct, Seaworks, on the old Port of Melbourne Authority site in Melbourne’s historic port of Williamstown. The WMA established the famous Pirates Tavern in 2004 and has managed it ever since. The Seaworks Foundation was initiated by the WMA to oversee management and development of the site, and the WMA works closely with the Foundation.
Events
we love events!
The Pirates Tavern makes it easy to host an unforgettable event, whether it be a wedding, corporate get together, birthday party or anything else. With amazing views across the bay to Melbourne’s city skyline, celebrations become memorable for the distinctive location and unique venue positioned within sight of gently rocking boats moored at nearby jetties. The popular tavern offers friendly bar staff, a range of delicious catering and live music options and high quality audio equipment.
February
Sun 02 – Matt Glass & The Loose Cannons (Alt Country)
Fri 07 – Johnny Be Cool (Old School Rock) /h2>
Sun 09 – Bush Fire Appeal Fundraiser on Site (Small fee)
Fri 14 – Whisky River (Blues & Rock)
Sat 15 – Rock n Roll Bingo ($10 Member/$15 Non Member entry to play) Bookings a must for this night
Sun 16 – Bag O’ Nails (3 Piece Blues/Rock Band)
Fri 21 – Rattlincane (North West Suburban country blues)
Sat 22 – Seaworks Melb Splash Festival (Afro event ticketed)
Sun 23 – Seaworks Status Car Event on Site(No Tavern Music) Live music on Seaworks site (ticketed event)
Fri 28 – – Lois Lane (Rock Classics from the 70’s/80’s)
Fri 07 – Johnny Be Cool (Old School Rock) /h2>
Sun 09 – Bush Fire Appeal Fundraiser on Site (Small fee)
Fri 14 – Whisky River (Blues & Rock)
Sat 15 – Rock n Roll Bingo ($10 Member/$15 Non Member entry to play) Bookings a must for this night
Sun 16 – Bag O’ Nails (3 Piece Blues/Rock Band)
Fri 21 – Rattlincane (North West Suburban country blues)
Sat 22 – Seaworks Melb Splash Festival (Afro event ticketed)
Sun 23 – Seaworks Status Car Event on Site(No Tavern Music) Live music on Seaworks site (ticketed event)
Fri 28 – – Lois Lane (Rock Classics from the 70’s/80’s)
March
Sun 01 -Williamstown Seaport Festival (Ticket Event) SEASHANTY afternoon at the Pirates
Fri 06 – Rhythm Rockers (Dance hits from the 50’s to 90’s)
Sun 08 – Tramwreck (Rock & Blues)
Fri 13 – Covered Up (Rock & Pop)
Sun 15 – Atomic Hi Tones (Melb’s best Rock n Roll/Rockabilly)
Fri 20 – Uptown Catz (Rock n Roll Band)
Sun 22 – TBC (Make a wish event)
Fri 27 – Rockin Tones (Classic Rock n Roll)
Sun 29 – Ingrid and Gil (Local Duo)
Fri 06 – Rhythm Rockers (Dance hits from the 50’s to 90’s)
Sun 08 – Tramwreck (Rock & Blues)
Fri 13 – Covered Up (Rock & Pop)
Sun 15 – Atomic Hi Tones (Melb’s best Rock n Roll/Rockabilly)
Fri 20 – Uptown Catz (Rock n Roll Band)
Sun 22 – TBC (Make a wish event)
Fri 27 – Rockin Tones (Classic Rock n Roll)
Sun 29 – Ingrid and Gil (Local Duo)
APRIL
Fri 03 – The Long and Short of It (Country/Folk and Covers)
Sun 05 – None of Your Business (Covers 60’s, 70’s and 80’s) Bushfire Fundraiser
Fri 10 – EASTER – CLOSED
Sun 12 – EASTER – CLOSED
Fri 17 – Dollar 20 Blues (Blues)
Sun 19 – Idle Men (Blues and Rhythm)
Fri 24 – Seans School of Music & Robby Newman (Various local Music School)
Sun 26 – Pym & Paul (Golden Oldies)
Sun 19 – Idle Men (Blues and Rhythm)
Fri 27 – Rockin Tones (Classic Rock n Roll)
Sun 29 – Ingrid and Gil (Local Duo)
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