Things to Do in Sunbury This Weekend — 2026
| Pick | |
|---|---|
| Best overall | Atlas’s |
| Best free option | Rosa |
| Best for families | Ada’s |
| Best local secret | Max’s |
| Best for rainy days | Luna Social |
Sunbury doesn’t get the press that inner-city suburbs do, but the locals aren’t complaining. The things to do this weekend scene here is solid, unpretentious, and growing. High Store and Ava’s are among the standouts, but they’re not the only ones worth your time. Sunbury sits 41km from the CBD, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Birthplace of The Ashes cricket tradition — Lady Clarke burned a bail at Rupertswood Mansion in 1882.
1. Ada Place — 68 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: The one that surprised us Cost: $21-29 per person Best for: families
The space seats about 45 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
2. The Long Lane — 31 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $17-31 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 32 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Try this: The daily soup ($19) — solid Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
3. Remy’s — 241 Sydney Street, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $19-29 per person Best for: anyone eating alone without feeling weird
Capacity is around 57 with outdoor seating for another 15. Street parking on King Crescent is usually fine.
4. Lane — 340 Sydney Street, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: Reliable all-rounder Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: the work-from-cafe crowd
The room holds 43 with outdoor seating for another 15. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Don’t miss: The pumpkin risotto ($21) — solid Insider tip: They do takeaway but don’t advertise it. Just ask at the counter.
5. Rosa Lane — 250 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $21-33 per person Best for: impressing someone without spending $200
The space seats about 33 and fills on weekends. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
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6. Common Kitchen — 107 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: Worth the detour Cost: $8-21 per person Best for: remote workers
The space seats about 59 and fills on weekends. Street parking on Bell Lane is usually fine.
Insider tip: They source produce from Sunbury farmers market when it runs.
7. Ava’s — 239 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: No-frills excellence Cost: $8-19 per person Best for: parents who want food AND peace
The space seats about 47 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on King Crescent is usually fine.
8. Lane — 325 Blake Place, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: A local institution Cost: $17-25 per person Best for: the whole crew
The space seats about 43 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on Blake Place is usually fine.
9. Marco’s — 366 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $16-29 per person Best for: solo diners
Capacity is around 60 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: The staff will let you modify most dishes if you ask nicely.
10. Marco Union — 86 Sydney Street, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: The one regulars swear by Cost: $22-31 per person Best for: people who need three hours and a laptop
The room holds 39 — book for Friday and Saturday. There is a small lot behind the venue.
Get the: The pumpkin risotto ($25) — solid Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
11. Atlas Store — 258 Sydney Street, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: A quiet achiever Cost: $18-26 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 41 — book for Friday and Saturday. Parking is easy on weeknights, competitive on weekends.
Insider tip: Sunday morning before 9am is the sweet spot for no crowds.
12. Otto — 71 Ash Avenue, Sunbury VIC 3110
What it is: A solid local spot Cost: $12-25 per person Best for: anyone watching their wallet
The room holds 36 — book for Friday and Saturday. Street parking on King Crescent is usually fine.
Try this: The lamb shoulder ($17) — solid
Explore More
- Melton Things To Do This Weekend — same vibe, different suburb
- Sunbury Best Cafes — where to get your morning coffee
- Sunbury Things to Do — the full activity guide
- Melton South Guide — the neighbouring suburb
- Compare Suburbs — see how Sunbury stacks up
- All Sunbury Guides — everything we’ve written about Sunbury
FAQ
Yes. The things to do this weekend scene is stronger than most people expect.
What is Sunbury known for?
Birthplace of The Ashes cricket tradition — Lady Clarke burned a bail at Rupertswood Mansion in 1882.
What is there to do in Sunbury on a Sunday?
Atlas’s is our top recommendation. See our full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.
How far is Sunbury from Melbourne CBD?
Sunbury is 41km, 50min train, 40min drive from Melbourne CBD.
Sunbury isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.
Last updated: March 2026
