Dark Dinner

Chef Neil Nolan leads an evening of culinary artistry and gothic theatre at Foundation Park.

Hidden deep within the historic walls of The Rocks, something extraordinary is returning this Halloween. The Dark Dinner, the Ghost Festival's most exclusive and mysterious experience, will once again open its gates for one unforgettable night of indulgence, theatre, and fire.

This year's Dark Dinner will be helmed by Chef Neil Nolan from Pony Dining, one of The Rocks' most celebrated culinary talents. Known for his mastery of open‑flame cooking and elegant Australian produce, Nolan curated a degustation menu designed to be shared, paired with fine wines and a touch of the unexpected. Each course will unfold like a chapter in a dark fairytale, from smoky aromas to delicately haunting flavours, all served under the flicker of firelight.

But what truly sets The Dark Dinner apart is the immersive theatre woven between each course. As guests dine, ghostly performers will emerge from the shadows, fire artists will dance beneath the sandstone cliffs, and the night will build towards a finale that blurs the line between dining, storytelling, and ritual.

Tickets include a full degustation menu, wine pairing, and live performances. Places are strictly limited, with only a handful of tables available for this once‑a‑year Halloween gathering.