DISCOVER THE FLAVOURS AND TRADITIONS OF LEBANON AT HAY ST MARKET
Publicity Media release
Sydney 21 November,2025
BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER THROUGH FOOD, DRINK AND DISCOVERY
● Celebrate Lebanese Independence Day at Hay St Market on 22nd & 23rd November 2025
● Experience authentic Lebanese street food by Najla’s Lebanese Street Food
● Enjoy live entertainment, traditional dance, and cultural performances all weekendSydney, Australia – November 2025 – Immerse yourself in the tastes and traditions of Lebanon as Hay St Market celebrates Lebanese Independence Day through food, culture, and community.
Taking place across the weekend of 22nd and 23rd November 2025 the festival welcomes guests to experience the vibrant flavours, music, and traditions that define Lebanese culture, all in the heart of Haymarket.
The Trader’s Bar will come alive with the flavours of Najla’s Lebanese Street Food, offering a menu that celebrates Lebanon’s rich culinary traditions. Guests can enjoy shawarma in three varieties including lamb, chicken and falafel all served on hand-made saj bread, using age-old traditional methods passed down through generations. Complementing the main dishes are signature dips such as hummus, baba ghanoush, and toum, alongside refreshing sides like tabouli, sumac onions, and jewelled cracked wheat pilaf.
Visitors will be able to explore multiple pop-up food carts, featuring a variety of starters including Kibbeh, Sambousek, Spinach Triangles and Fattoush, alongside savoury mains such as Bamieh bil Lahame, Riz Bil Sh’arieh, and Lamb Kafta served with traditional sides.
To sweeten the celebration, iconic dessert favourite BuBooza, known for its signature stretchy ice cream and mixed Lebanese sweets, will be popping up at Hay St Market during the festival. For those who fancy a tipple, Almaza Lebanese Beer will also be available. Visitors will also be able to enjoy 20 Halal certified traders at Hay St Market across food and beverage, including favourites such as Gozleme, Wan Chai Wok, Burger Box and plenty more, providing a diverse range of authentic, high-quality dishes that cater to a variety of tastes and preferences.
The Lebanese Festival at Hay St Market promises a weekend full of flavour, rhythm, and culture, showcasing vibrant décor, live Arabic music, drummers and belly dancing.
“The Lebanese Festival highlights Hay St Market as a destination for authentic food, live entertainment, and cultural experiences. This event celebrates the diversity of our traders and Sydney’s Lebanese community through flavour, culture, and shared experiences.” said (George Diamond, Culinary Director).
Event Details:
Where: Traders Bar Space, Hay St Market, Haymarket (Ground Floor, Paddy’s Market, Hay St, Haymarket NSW 2000)
Date: 22nd & 23rd November 2025
Entry: Free
Entertainment: Live music, dance, and cultural performances
Menu Highlights:
Starters: Kibbeh (meat/pumpkin), Sambousek, Spinach Triangles, Fattoush, Tabouli
Mains: Shawarma (lamb, chicken, falafel) on hand-made saj bread; Bamieh bil Lahame; Riz Bil Sh’arieh;
Lamb Kafta with traditional sides
Desserts: BuBooza stretchy ice cream, Mixed Lebanese sweets
Dips & Condiments: Hummus, Baba Ghanoush, Toum, Zesty Zhoug, Tahini
Sides: Tabouli, Sumac onions, Jewelled cracked wheat pilaf
For full event details, visit: https://www.haystmarket.com.au/whats-on/events/lebanese-festival
About Hay St Market at Paddy’s:
Hay St Market at Paddy’s is Sydney’s hottest foodie destination. With over 48 traders under one roof, Hay St Market at Paddy’s is a buzzing, fully licensed market where you can eat, drink, shop. Hay St Market at Paddy’s reimagines one of the city’s most iconic market experiences, celebrating Sydney’s multicultural community and diversity.
About Paddy’s Market:
Paddy’s Markets spans two unique shopping destinations: Paddy’s Flemington located in Homebush, and Paddy’s Haymarket located in the heart of Chinatown. As one of Sydney’s most iconic markets, Paddy’s Haymarket is for the curious of mind, and the budget conscious. It is a traditional market offering tourist souvenirs, imported and local women’s fashion, kids clothes, hair accessories, jewellery as well as gifts, gadgets, fresh produce, seafood, a butcher and more.
About Market City:
Market City is home to both Paddy’s Markets and the new Hay St Market. Located in the heart of Chinatown, Market City is one of Sydney’s most iconic urban destinations—offering an energetic mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment, just minutes from Central Station. Market City brings together over 80 retailers including TK Maxx, Adidas, Cotton On Mega, Foot Locker, Bonds, and Thai Kee IGA—Chinatown’s largest Asian supermarket—alongside the beloved Paddy’s Markets and Hay St Markets. On Level 3, discover the 1909 Dining Precinct, serving up some of the city’s best Asian cuisine in a fully licensed setting. Favourites include The Eight Restaurant, The Dolar Shop Hot Pot, Mr Meng, FuJi Chaoshan Seafood, and Kogi Korean BBQ, with late-night entertainment at MM Karaoke and Timezone. With something new to discover on every visit, Market City offers a uniquely Sydney experience—making it a must-visit for locals and travellers alike.
