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Our Favourite Picks for a Local’s Night Out in Rockhampton & Yeppoon

At 3 venues across QLD
Venue list

There are a few pubs across Rockhampton and Yeppoon that feel very different to what they were a year or two ago.

Some have been rebuilt, others have added new spaces, and a few are simply doing a better job of giving people a reason to stay longer.

If you’re planning a night out, these are three worth having on your list.

And if you’re using The Pass, you can tap into member offers, rewards and points across participating venues while you’re there.

The Strand Hotel, Yeppoon

https://thestrandyeppoon.com.au/

If it’s been a while since your last visit, The Strand has had a significant update.

Following a renovation, the venue introduced a new beer garden, main terrace, beach bar, upgraded sports bar, and an expanded menu.

It’s positioned right across from Keppel Bay and runs live music on Friday and Saturday nights, which makes it an easy pick for a weekend session.

What to expect:

  • Oceanfront location opposite the beach
  • Multiple spaces including terrace, beer garden, and sports bar
  • Regular live entertainment on weekends

Berserker Tavern, Rockhampton

https://berserkertavern.com.au/

Berserker Tavern leans into the fundamentals of a local pub and does them well.

The venue includes a beer garden, sports bar with big screens and regular live music on weekends. It also caters to families with a playground and kids’ entertainment on Sundays.

There’s also a new Sports Bar area, adding another space for watching live sport.

What to expect:

  • Sports-focused setup with multiple viewing areas
  • Live music across weekends
  • Indoor and outdoor spaces including a beer garden

Leichhardt Hotel, Rockhampton

https://leichhardthotel.com.au/

The Leichhardt has recently entered a new phase.

The venue has been rebuilt from the ground up and reimagined, with a country-inspired identity that combines dining, live music, and pub spaces.

It includes a bistro, sports bar, and beer garden, with a focus on food, drinks, and entertainment under one roof.

What to expect:

  • Newly rebuilt venue with updated interiors
  • Mix of dining and bar spaces
  • Live music and entertainment

Where to start?

If you’re mapping out a night:

  • Coastal setting → The Strand Hotel
  • Sport and live music → Berserker Tavern
  • Rebuilt venue with dining and entertainment → Leichhardt Hotel

Or rotate through all three across a few weekends.

Why locals are using The Pass

If you’re already heading out, The Pass is a simple add-on:

  • Get $1 back every $10 you spend
  • Earn points on spend
  • Access member offers and promotions
  • Use it across a network of venues

It doesn’t change where you go — it just adds more value when you’re there.

The takeaway

A few of these venues have changed more than people realise.

 

Whether it’s a full rebuild or new spaces being added, they’re worth revisiting — especially if it’s been a while.

Berserker Tavern
North Rockhampton, QLD
Leichhardt Hotel
Rockhampton City, QLD
The Strand Hotel
Yeppoon, QLD