Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs.

There’s got to be a Happy Hour near me somewhere right? Getting a drinks deal on your fave beers, wines and cocktails makes them taste oh so sweeter. At What’s On In Wollongong, we get it. As dedicated locals ourselves, we’ve been working hard and found you 41 Illawarra happy hours! All the amazing Wollongong happy hours and deals are here, in one place at some of our finest Illawarra pubs, hotels and bars. Cheers!

While we try to keep this article as up-to-date as possible, deals can change without notice, so please check the venue’s website before setting out.

Although we searched high and low to get all the best happy hour deals in this one place, please let us know if we missed your favourite. Email us at [email protected] – we are all about supporting local businesses here at What’s On In Wollongong and would love to add any we have missed.

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Coldwater Creek Restaurant & Bar – Sage Hotel Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Sage Hotel Wollongong

Coldwater Creek Restaurant is Sage Hotel Wollongong’s buzzing lobby restaurant for beer, wine and cocktails after a long day exploring Wollongong. And that’s not all… You can also enjoy a wide range of beer, wine, and cocktails to satisfy your thirst after a long day exploring Wollongong!

Happy Hour at Coldwater Creek Restaurant 5-6pm, Monday to Sunday!

House Beer 7 Wine: $5
Signature Cocktails: $15

Warilla Bowls & Recreation Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Warilla Bowls & Recreation Club.

Warilla Bowls & Recreation Club has a choice of deals for you. Thirsty Thursdays offers a classic or passionfruit mojito cocktail jug for $25 at the Container Bar from 5 pm. Over at The Lagoon Street Bar, Fridays from 4-6 pm they have $10 signature cocktails for you to try. And last but not least, on weekdays (except public holidays) from 4:30-6 pm you can get $5 schooners of beer.

Wolf & Woman Distillery

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Wolf & Woman Distillery.

The award-winning Wolf & Woman Distillery have happy hours on Fridays from 5-6 pm, and Saturdays from 1-2 pm with selected $10 cocktails during happy hour.

The cellar door and bar are open with food trucks on Fridays from 4-8 pm and Saturdays from 12-8 pm.

Wests Illawarra

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Wests Illawarra

Become a member of Wests Illawarra and receive 25% off Draught Beer, House Wine or Glass of Soft Drink during their member’s happy hour every Wednesday from 4pm-6pm and Saturday from 3pm-5pm. Available from The Craft Bar.

Woonona-Bulli RSL

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Woonona-Bulli RSL

Become a member of Woonona-Bulli RSL for only $8 for one year, $18 for three years, or $25 for five years and access their members-only offers. Happy hour is every Friday-Sunday from 4 pm: cocktails are $12 for members or $15 for non-members. Members also get discounted meals and two jugs of soft drinks from the bar for $15 (always).

Seeker Brewing

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Seekers Brewing

Seeker Brewing specialises in amazing craft beers, locally made with intention, creativity and heart. They have delicious wood-fired pizzas to go with their awesome happy hour deals. Happy Hour is every Thursday and Friday from 3 pm-5 pm with $6 core-range schooners. Live music is also a part of the lovely, relaxed vibe.

Steamers Bar & Grill, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Steamer’s Bar & Grill

The award-winning Steamers Bar & Grill enjoys an excellent spot overlooking City Beach. The decor is fun and makes a real impact with industrial touches and monochrome patterns, giving it a funky edge. Happy hour is Fridays from 5-6 pm and includes $5 local draught beers, wines and spirits, as well as $10 cocktails. Monday – Thursday, they also have a buy one get one free on their classic cocktails.

Outback Steakhouse, Fairy Meadow

The Outback Steakhouse has a $10 cocktail of the month. Why not add one (or two) to your delicious meal while you are there?

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Outback Steakhouse, Fairy Meadow

The Nineteenth, Wollongong Golf Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Nineteenth at Wollongong Golf Club.

Making the most of the magnificent views overlooking Wollongong Golf Course and a stunning stretch of coastline, The Nineteenth runs regular food and drink specials, live music and free entertainment for the kids. They have a members-only happy hour Friday-Saturday 5:30 pm-7:30 pm, with $4.50 draught beers and specials on selected cocktails. There are a range of memberships to choose from $5 a year only; visit their website for details.

Bally Hotel, Balgownie

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Balgownie Pub

The Bally Hotel is a great choice for a relaxing drink. They have a regular $6 schooner of beer of the month, which is available all day, every day, with a lovely vibe and tasty pub food, as well as monthly family days. It’s a beautiful place to unwind with to without the family.

The Iron Yampi (at The Wentworth), Port Kembla

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Iron Yampi

With a great atmosphere, delicious drinks and tasty food, The Iron Yampi is a great place to unwind for the afternoon or evening. They offer happy hour specials on weekdays from 4-6 pm, including pints at schooner prices and $10 premium glasses of wine.

Towradgi Beach Hotel

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Towradgi Beach Hotel

Towradgi Beach Hotel ticks a lot of boxes. It has tasty food, a relaxed atmosphere and a kids’ playground. It also has great seating options, both inside and outside and awesome fish tanks inside. They have a happy hour deal Monday – Friday on local beers from 3-6 pm, including pints for schooner prices. On Fridays, they have a buy two cocktails for $25 deal, making after-work drinks ever more affordable.

Red Square, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Red Square.

Established for twelve years now, and with a whopping selection of 181 vodka infusions! Check it out here. They have the largest selection in Australia (and maybe the world!). Open every Thursday-Sunday from 5 pm until late, and with $6 infusions on Thursdays, $8 infusions on Fridays and Saturdays (as well as live music from 9 pm). They also have uni night deals on Thursdays with $9 vodkas.

Resin Brewery Bulli

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Resin Brewing

Resin Brewery in Bulli has happy hour Monday-Friday from 4-5 pm. Their happy hour includes pints at midi prices. While you’re there, take in the atmosphere and grab some yummy food. Adding to the happy hour theme, Resin Brewery has added “Burger Hour” on Fridays from 12-5 pm with $15 American cheeseburgers.

The Fitz Cafe & Bar, Bulli

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Fitz Cafe & Bar.

Every Friday from 5-7 pm The Fitz offers unlimited bao buns, fries, house beer, wine, margaritas and killer queen cocktails for $90pp. On Thursdays, they have $10 cocktails and $5 bao buns (meat and vegetarian options available). The Fitz is a favourite of ours, with great food and drink options. The rooftop has an extra special vibe.

Franco Pizza Bar, Thirroul

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Franco Pizza Bar

Franco Pizza Bar have now launched their Aperitivo Hour, which runs Thursday – Sunday from 4pm – 5:30pm. Enjoy a selection of antipasti, drinks, and kids’ pizza specials for 90 minutes. Whether you’re jumping straight off the beach for a refreshment, catching up with friends after work, or having an early dinner with the kids, it’s an ideal way to spend these warm afternoons.

DRINKS MENU
$6 beer
$8 wines
$10 spritz

Walk-ins welcome but we suggest booking to guarantee a spot.

Corrimal Bowling Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Corrimal Bowling Club

Corrimal Bowling Club host the event Go Go Fridays from 5-8 pm every week with $8 espresso martinis. With affordable prices and friendly staff, Corrimal Bowling Club have you covered.

The Grand Hotel, Kiama

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Grand Hotel, Kiama

The Grand Hotel in Kiama is a great venue with friendly staff. Their members’ happy hour is Monday-Thursday from 4-6 pm. On offer is $5 tap beer and house wine. They also have $12 cocktails from 5-7pm. Sundays, get a cocktail and cheese for $25.

La La La’s Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – La La La’s.

Happy hour at La La La’s is sure to impress with $12 cocktails, as well as $7 tap beers, house wines and house spirits. Happy hour is from 4-6 pm on Tuesday-Fridays. Cocktails include espresso martinis, whiskey sours, and margaritas.

Humber Rooftop & Cocktail Bar, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Humber

Humber is yet another rooftop bar with a great vibe. Happy hour is Fridays 3pm-6pm with $7 schooners, $9 pints, $6 house spirits, and $10 cocktails. They also have bottomless brunches on Saturdays, which include loaded fries and alize jugs.

Oak Flats Bowling and Recreation Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Oak Flats Bowling Club

Happy hours here at Oak Flats Bowling and Recreation Club are Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-5:30pm with discounted schooners. If drinks turn into dinner, the meals have big serves and are great.

Howlin’ Wolf Whiskey Bar, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Howlin’ Wolf Whiskey Bar

Howlin’ Wolf Whiskey Bar has a huge range of whiskeys, craft beers, and anything you could want really. They have great live music and happy hour until 7 pm, with booze and juice until 12 am.

Honest Don’s, Thirroul

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Honest Don’s.

Friday and Saturday nights, Honest Don’s turns into “Dodgy Don’s” with happy hour Friday and Saturday nights 5-6 pm with $12 cocktails and a lovely atmosphere. They also have a small menu to choose from in the evenings.

Woonona Bowling Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Woonona Bowling Club

Woonona Bowling Club has a great feel and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The food is authentic Italian, with many great reviews. Happy hours are Monday -Thursday from 4-6 pm, and Saturday from 1:30-4 pm.

Ryan’s Hotel, Thirroul

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Ryan’s Hotel

Ryan’s Hotel has happy hour every weekday from 3-5 pm, with selected beer, wine and spirits starting from $5.50. The Bistro has great, well-priced food as well if happy hour turns into dinner.

Headlands Hotel, Austinmer

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Headlands Hotel

Take in the beach front views and enjoy happy hour at The Headlands Hotel from 4-6 pm with all house wines, standard beers and house bubbles for only $5. They also have nightly food specials.

Scarborough/Wombarra Bowling Club

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Wombarra Bowling Club

With free barefoot bowls until unset and Friday’s offer of $15 jugs of Young Henrys from 3-6 pm and $10 cocktails from 3-6 pm, there is a lot to love about the Scarborough/Wombarra Bowling Club.

Two Doors Up Cafe & Bar, Fairy Meadow

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Two Doors Up Cafe & Bar.

Two Doors Up Cafe & Bar have happy hours on $5 Fridays from 2-6 pm with $5 beers, house wines, house spirits, chicken wings, fish cocktails, a bowl of chips, and chilli cheese bread. They also offer a $20 cocktail jug of the day.

Collegians, Figtree & Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Collegians Figtree

Head into Collegians for Fiesta Fridays, where you can get three tacos for $15 and $10 margaritas.They also have member’s happy hour Monday-Friday from 5-7 pm. Further details about Collegians Wollongong here and Collegians Figtree here.

The Illawarra Brewery, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Illawarra Brewery

The Illawarra Brewery has happy hour Monday-Thursday from 4-6 pm. They also have a good selection of food options and a happy, relaxed atmosphere.

Beaches Hotel, Thirroul

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Beaches Hotel

Beaches Hotel hosts happy hours from Monday to Wednesday from 4-6 pm with beer, wine and house spirits from $6. Head into the bistro for a great meal while you’re there. There are heaps of seating options here, from a cosy nook inside to the outdoor seating area and inside by the stage, too.

Cabbage Tree Hotel, Fairy Meadow

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Cabbage Tree Hotel.

The Cabbage Tree Hotel has a relaxed vibe with plenty of space to unwind after a busy day. They host happy hours from Monday-Friday from 3-5pm with all drinks up to half their normal prices.

The Old South, Thirroul

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Old South.

Every Tuesday-Friday from 4-6 pm, The Old South hosts happy hour. They also have great food and friendly staff.

Dicey Riley’s Hotel, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Dicey Riley’s.

With all the features of an old Irish pub, Dicey Riley’s is an atmospheric Celtic classic pub in Wollongong. On Mondays, they have a $14 schooner of coopers and schnitzel deal; on Wednesdays, they have free pool games and $5 Reschs.

The Prince, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Prince.

Formerly The Little Prince, The Prince has two-for-one cocktails every day from 2-6 pm. Entry is through the fire escape.

Pepe’s On The Beach, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Pepe’s On The Beach.

Pepe’s On The Beach has a range of deals to choose from, with Monday to Thursday deals of $6 house wines and local beers, $5 tacos and $15 chicken wings. Friday warm-ups include two cocktails for $22 from 6-8 pm. Then they also have Sunset Sun Dayz with $12 margaritas, $7 cheesy chips, dips and salsa from 4-6 pm (on Sundays).

Bevanda Bar, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Bevanda Bar

Bevanda Bar has heaps on to keep you entertained, so check out their website for details (click the link). Their happy hour every day from 6-8 pm, with all cocktails for $12 each.

North Wollongong Hotel: Teddy’s Bar

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Teddy’s

North Wollongong Hotel has always been a staple in the Illawarra. They have a great space and heaps of seating. Add to this, Teddy’s is their new games and sports bar with happy hour on Thursday to Saturday from 4-6 pm. This includes $6 schooners, $8 craft schooners, $12 four pillars, and $12 cocktails.

Dagwood, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Dagwood

Dagwood is a trendy bar with friendly staff and a great vibe. They have happy hour on weekdays from 4-6 pm, including beer pints at schooner prices, wine at $10/glass, and $13 cocktails.

Amari Bar, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Amari Bar

Amari Bar has happy hour Fridays and Saturdays from 6-8 pm. Included in their happy hour are selected cocktails for $10, $5 glasses of wine, and $ glasses of gin, beer, vodka and scotch. They also have heaps of events, so check out their website for details.

The Icon, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Icon

The Icon has happy hour on Thursdays with $5 tap beers, $5 wines, $10 cocktails, and $10 schnitzel, fries and gravy. I mean, what more could you want on a Thursday night? Count us in!

Ilu Ilu Bar, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Ilu Ilu Bar

Ilu Ilu Bar is an Indian-inspired tapas and cocktail bar. They have happy hour from Wednesday to Friday and Sunday from 4-6 pm, and also Saturday from 2-4 pm.

The Harp Hotel, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – The Harp Hotel

Head to the Harp Hotel from Monday to Wednesday for all-day $5 Schooners. On Fridays, they have happy hour from 5-8 pm with $6 vodka, tequila, bourbon and rum, and $5 wine and champagne.

Moomin, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Moominn

Moominn is a Czech Pub with $12 cocktails and $12 burgers on Saturdays. They have bottomless brunches and jazz nights. Check out their website (on the link) for details.

Mae Mabel, Wollongong

Best Happy Hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs – What’s On In Wollongong – Mae Mabel

Mae Mabel is a cocktail lounge. They have $15 cocktails on Friday and Saturday nights from 9 pm – 12 am. They also host discos and other events. Check out their website for more details.

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About the Author: Lisa Hagan
Lisa grew up in Thirroul and is a mum of four children. She loves exploring the Illawarra and surrounds.