FESTIVALS AND CELEBRATIONS THE BASIN

Ruby's Lounge is a band venue, bar, club, cafe, retreat, library, lost shoe repository, community drop-in clinic and epicentre for the night life of the hills. We have been running around flapping our arms for over 5 years and still the chaos reigns. Putting it simply, if you like brilliant original music, nice people, not being hasseld or bashed and genuinely think the world is a pretty amazing place, then you will have a lovely time here.

Located in the heart of Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs, discover the Dorset Gardens Hotel Motel. Dorset Gardens Hotel Complex offers various facilities including licensed bars, restaurant and entertainment at your fingertips providing you with outstanding service as voted 'Tabaret Venue of the Year 2006'. Dorset Gardens is perfect for small to large gatherings, special events, intimate weddings and corporate events offering professional conference facilities and an outdoor gardened gazebo area.

Situated at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges, the Ferntree Gully Hotel / Motel has a lot to offer. From entertainment to accommodation, a meal or just a refreshing ale. With live entertainment Friday to Sunday in Flanagan's, to live touring bands in the Middle room, you're sure to find a show to suit your taste. The Middle entertainment room is one of the biggest show rooms in the eastern suburbs. We get some of the biggest acts that are around. And we are ready for all the big acts coming our way in 2008. Mind you, the room does hold 1000 people so make sure you are one of them. Keep an eye on this page as I will update who is on their way as they book......
But we can also cater for the more laid back, with seated Cabaret Shows and stand up Comedy acts, which can offer a two course seated menu.
The Middle room is also available to hire, for functions such as corporate events and private parties.

Every week the Bell Tavern brings live entertainment to Belgrave. Come along and have a taste of some Local and Imported Wines. We have a Winery present the 1st friday of every month at 6.30 with some of there Whites & Reds. Bottles are available to buy and we will also feature two wines as wines of the month here at the Bell. So bring your friends for dinner and feast on a great Tasmanian Steak or Tasmanian Lobster with a nice glass of wine which you have already tasted. The Bell Tavern Bistro is available for your private parties and functions. We can comfortly seat 46 or standing 60. Main meals or snacks are available. All book the whole Bell, thats right you gather 100 plus guest and we will give you the Bell for the Night.

Here at The Bayswater Hotel we pride ourselves on our excellent service standards. We ensure that every visit to the hotel will be a memorable one. So please feel free to tour our venue, we are sure you can find something for you, your friends and your whole family will enjoy. Why not drop into our Sports Bar and enjoy a Brewery fresh beer or choose a drink from our extensive range of spirits or pre-mix bottles.

Our Sports Bar offers a relaxing and unique atmosphere, with numerous TV’s showing all the sport you can handle. Come in with your mates to watch those all important sporting events or just come in to have drink from our large selection. The Family Bistro menu consists of a wide range of premium beef cuts, gourmet seafood and a selection of vegetarian delights to satisfy the whole family. We offer a marvelous indoor kids playground. From a relaxed bistro setting, to a quiet lounge bar, to Jimi Darvidis on Friday nights, the Main Bar has something for everybody. Why not visit for a superb night of entertainment. We offer a fantastic beer garden with sun shades and heaters for the cooler nights. There are plenty of tables to go round. Come in, sit back and relax outside in our comfortable beer garden.

Not wanting to go glitzy or glamorous? The Croydon Hotel
(The Croydon Hotel) has a traditional pub feel and is always full of entertainment.

There is a TAB for the punters and a sports bar that features a large LCD screen to watch all sports - AFL, cricket, rugby union …etc. When it comes to the crowd, there is a bit of mix with some of the laid back younger locals but most nights is a slightly older crowd. There are pool tables for the competitive spirited and the food in the bistro is popular with reasonably priced yet real quality meals.

Our café lounge area creates a relaxed vibe to catch up with mates, have a bite to eat or even something to share while the bistro opens up to outdoor dining which is ideal for your next function. The Croydon Hotel is also an attraction for the kiddies with a massive kids play area, so while the kids play, mums and dads can enjoy a hassle free night.

The Manhattan Hotel is located on the corner of Heatherdale and Canterbury Roads in Ringwood. Here at the Manhattan we pride ourselves on providing a multifaceted hotel that serves the community with a broad range of hospitality and leisure facilities. Our top quality facilities and highly trained staff serve to make your exprience, whether it be a 21st, quiet drinks with friends or a family dinner, a memorable exprience.

The York on Lilydale is situated 45 minutes east of Melbourne at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges and Gateway to the Yarra Valley, with an enviable reputation as a versatile corporate and social venue. Scenically located on 4.5 hectares of natural bushland, including a picturesque lake and free form pool all accompanied by the beautiful sounds of the Bellbirds. Stay in one of our 40 well appointed suites and enjoy fine dining in our family bistro or relax in the beer garden which adjoins our sports bar.

Come and join us at the Oak Tree Tavern & soak up the friendly atmosphere, whether it's a drink, live music or a hardy meal the Oak Tree Tavern is the place to go.

The Oak Tree Tavern is located in The Basin, Victoria.

Set just beneath Victoria’s stunning Dandenong Ranges, on Boronia Rd, Zagame’s Boronia Hotel offers the beauty of classic European architecture, with an unmistakably Australian backdrop.

Located away from the main road, our Boronia Hotel welcomes you to peace and quiet, through a columned entrance, across a glorious patio – perfect for alfresco drinking and dining.

Zagame’s Boronia Hotel is packed with great features for every member of the family, including; the fine food and friendly service of Zagame’s Family Bistro, generous entertainment facilities plus the spectacular Kid’s World (including a special Kid’s World Party Room).