Sydney's Club 77 To Temporarily Close For 'Major Renovations'
Club 77 will be entirely revamped with the mission of accessibility at the forefront, and upgraded to accommodate punters with disabilities.
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Sydney music venue Club 77 has revealed that it will soon temporarily close for “major renovations,” which will result in the space becoming completely accessible for all.
The renovations are happening in 2026 and have been confirmed after Club 77 was the successful recipient of Sound NSW’s Venue Upgrade Grants initiative. As a result, the venue will be entirely revamped and upgraded to accommodate punters with disabilities.
Club 77 is set to close its doors on Monday, 13 April, to undergo “extensive infrastructure works,” and relaunch as a fully accessible venue on Thursday, 4 June.
According to a press release, accessibility for punters with disabilities is at the forefront of Club 77’s impending “progressive redesign,” which will be helmed by Inochi Design Life’s Kristie Paul.
New updates to the venue will include accessible entry with a wheelchair lift, accessible bathroom facilities, accessible bar and lowered bar top, accessible DJ booth and live performance area, seating, and 1.5 metres of “wheelchair turning space” throughout the space.
“It’s been both a dream and a mission of Club 77’s long-term plan to make the venue accessible and truly inclusive,” said Club 77 Music Director Dane Gorrel. “Thanks to Sound NSW, this dream is now becoming reality, and we couldn’t be more grateful.
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“Everyone should be able to experience live music in an accessible, inclusive and safe environment. This new chapter for the community is so exciting, and we are looking forward to being a venue for all.”
In addition to the accessibility upgrades mentioned above, Club 77 will introduce a dedicated sensory room for people with sensory processing needs and emotional regulation challenges.
The venue will also install braille and tactile signage, plus have haptic vests available on-site, so members of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community can have a unique way of experiencing live music.
“Accessible Arts is delighted that the iconic Club 77 has received Sound NSW support to make the venue accessible,” Accessible Arts CEO Liz Martin said. “The Club 77 team is committed to inclusivity, and we’re excited for what the future holds as more people will be able to access and enjoy live music and nightclub culture.”
City of Sydney Councillor Olly Arkins added, “Club 77 has been an institution in Sydney’s nightlife for decades. Everyone should be able to experience the joy of music, dancing, and community there. Their transformation into becoming an accessible live music venue will be a milestone for our city to celebrate. This funding will allow Club 77 to show how our nightlife can be both world-class and welcoming.”
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