What's on

3 September 2026

All AFL Finals games LIVE on the big screens, your new backyard for crew (games Thursday to Sunday)

11 September 2026

Tailgate and live screening of the NFL match being hosted at the MCG. Food vendors, giveaways, DJs and more.

13 September 2026

Mingling, with pool, darts, shuffleboard while you meet someone new. No awkward standing around, no endless swiping—just drinks, games and a relaxed crowd of singles who are genuinely open to making a connection.

20 September 2026

Join us for a Family Day fun at Abbotsford's Moon Lantern Festival! Activities include Lantern Making, Dumpling Making and heaps of Children's Workshops.

26 September 2026

Bring your mates, grab a table and settle in for Grand Final Day at Abbots Yard — with the game LIVE across our two HUGE screens, plenty of undercover seating, cold drinks, good food and the atmosphere of a proper Grand Final celebration.

27 September 2026

Come celebrate the joy of collective reading with Book Doof this spring. As always, we’ll be creating a space to feel comfortable and welcoming — not only to read, but to do anything you want, so long as it’s in the spirit of quiet communal harmony and respect.

3 October 2026

Sunlight Session is a collaborative free multi-arts party celebrating the launch of @hoiszn Issue 9: The Hope Issue! Expect DJ's, live music, craft workshops, food & drinks & plenty of sunshine. In collaboration with Abbots Yard.

Every Friday

A packed yard, plenty of laughs, cold beers flowing, footy on the screens and quality tunes from start to finish. Exactly how Fridays should feel.