Sipping for a cause: Negroni Week returns to Fish Lane this September
Since its inception, Negroni Week has transformed from a cocktail celebration with a charitable cause to a global movement for the greater good. Now in its twelfth year, the week-long party has turned into a canvas for bartenders to shake up their own creative twists on the three-ingredient, red-hued tipple.
In 2024, Negroni Week is calling Fish Lane Arts Precinct home once again, when even more of the laneway’s tenants are banding together to provide Negroni lovers with 20+ cocktails and perfectly paired bites – and maybe even some sweet treats too – that can be enjoyed from September 16 to 22.
Presented by Campari – the red heart of any Negroni – and Imbibe Magazine, the global charity initiative puts the power of fundraising in the hands of bars and restaurants around the world, seeing them donate proceeds from the sales of the drink to Slow Food charity.
Tenants showcasing their Negroni skills this year include Bar Brutus, (who are also leading the charge of the Negroni Week Pop Up once again — they sure know how to give guests a hell of a good time), as well as Birds Nest, Chu the Phat, El Planta, Hello Please, Julius Pizzeria, La Lune, Maeve Wine Bar, Midtown, Next Episode, Kiki Kiosk and even Messina (cue the excited gasps of gelato lovers in Brisbane)!
Midtown Bar Negroni Week Dinner
Wednesday, September 18 | 6:30pm | $95pp
The go-to spot for a martini or classic cocktail also serves up the most underrated small plates. Luckily you can try both at the return of Midtown’s previously sold-out Negroni Week dinner. Tickets are extremely limited, so Negroni lovers are urged to get in quick to taste what all the hype is about. Book here.
Fish Lane ‘Secret Handshake’ Art & Negroni Trail
Saturday, September 21 | 3pm – 5.30pm | $89pp + BF
Stroll through Fish Lane’s haven of greenery, charming red-brick buildings and captivating public artwork to sample select venues’ takes on the classic drink. While the spotlight may be on the Negroni, fear not if it’s not your drink of choice — there will be plenty of other scrumptious cocktails on offer throughout the trail. Get your tickets here.
Bar Brutus Pop-Up Bar at Town Square
Friday, September 20 & Saturday, September 21 | From 5pm
Head to Town Square to find an exclusive menu of negronis, live entertainment and unforgettable moments. Open Friday and Saturday night from 5pm and manned by the Bar Brutus team, the vibes are set to be immaculate.
No twisting of arms, only orange peels here. If you needed an excuse to have a sneaky midweek cocktail, just remember: it’s all in the name of charity!
