Sydney's Seafood Marathon: A Fond Farewell to Pyrmont Site

The Sydney Fish Market recently concluded its final 36-hour Seafood Marathon at its long-standing Pyrmont location, drawing unprecedented crowds. More than 100,000 visitors flocked to the market, purchasing an astonishing 350 tonnes of seafood. This festive tradition, a staple for families seeking fresh ingredients, saw immense traffic congestion in Pyrmont as shoppers vied for the last of the market's offerings at this site.

The record-breaking event, which ran from December 23 to Christmas Eve, featured an array of fresh produce, with 120 tonnes of prawns and nearly 70,000 dozen oysters being sold. Despite the nostalgic atmosphere surrounding the final Pyrmont event, the focus is shifting towards the future. The market is preparing to move to a new, state-of-the-art waterfront complex at Blackwattle Bay, just a short distance away.

This new $700-$750 million complex is slated for opening in January 2026, promising enhanced facilities and sustainability features. The Pyrmont site will be demolished in early 2026 as part of a major urban renewal project, which includes residential towers and public green spaces. Construction on the new precinct is expected to conclude in the early 2030s.