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20/05/2026
Saturday footy hits different at the Derby this weekend.
$4.33 pots from 3:30 - 4:33pm for Pendles
Two massive clashes live and loud on the big screens, headlined by Pendlebury’s record-breaking game as Collingwood take on West Coast in a sold out blockbuster. Geelong and Sydney also go head-to-head in what’s set to be another huge contest.
Cold beers, pub feeds, packed atmosphere and wall-to-wall footy all day long.
🎶 “When I find myself in times of trouble… PENDLEBURY…” 🎶
Round up the crew, grab a pint and watch it at the pub.
Fitzroy’s home of sport.
13/05/2026
Calling all Lions and AFL fans 🏉🍻
Thursday night footy at the Derby!
The AFL Grand Final rematch is here and we’re showing it LIVE & LOUD at Fitzroy’s home of sport. Expect big hits, huge moments and finals atmosphere all night long.
Grab our $25 Parma & pot special, lock in your spot and watch it the way footy should be watched — at the pub.
See you Thursday night
07/05/2026
Big weekend loading at the Derby 🍻🏉🥊
Friday kicks off with Lions at the Derby, $18 pie night, the Derby Joker Draw and the weekly meat raffle — the perfect excuse to knock off work and settle in for a big night at the pub.
Saturday we’re running all sport live and loud across the venue, so whatever game you’re chasing, we’ve got you covered.
Then Sunday turns up the heat with UFC live and loud, chicken spit roast rolls rolling out of the kitchen and your chance to get involved in the Compa “Bucket of Winners” comp.
Cold beers, huge atmosphere and sport all weekend long.
Watch it at the pub!
06/05/2026
Thursday Night Footy at the Derby 🍻🏉
It’s a top of the table blockbuster as Freo take on the Hawks in a massive Thursday night clash LIVE & LOUD at the pub.
Grab our $25 Pot & Parma deal, lock in your spot and catch every big moment with the best atmosphere in Fitzroy.
WATCH IT AT THE PUB 👊🏽
27/04/2026
Big fight energy this Saturday night at The Derby 🔥
Australia’s own Jack Della Maddalena (JDM) steps into the octagon to take on Carlos Prates in what’s set to be an absolute war.
Catch every punch, every moment live and loud with a packed house of fight fans.
🍻 Ice cold beers
🌮 Fight-night feeds
📺 Massive screens across the venue
No better place to watch it than Fitzroy’s home of sport.
Get in early, grab your spot and don’t miss it.
24/04/2026
This ANZAC Day, we come together to pause, reflect, and honour the courage, sacrifice, and mateship that define the ANZAC spirit.
Join us at the pub as we pay our respects and share the day the way it’s meant to be—among friends, family, and community. Whether you’re stopping in after the dawn service or settling in for the afternoon, it’s a time to raise a glass, remember those who served, and appreciate the freedoms we enjoy.
We’ll be live and loud with the footy, great food, cold beers, and a respectful atmosphere to mark the occasion.
Lest we forget
24/04/2026
This week at the derby!!!
20/03/2026
The final stop of the back-to-back Premiership Cup Tour is here!
Come down to the Royal Derby Hotel, grab a photo with the 2024 and 2025 Premiership Cups, relive the magic of the 2025 AFL Grand Final with fellow Lions fans, and be in the running to win some great prizes.
05/03/2026
The AFL season is back and the Brisbane Lions are roaring at the Derby! 🦁
Catch every game LIVE & LOUD every round with fellow Lions supporters.
Big screens, big atmosphere, and big wins.
And yes… we even wrote our own Lions song. 🎶
13/02/2026
Footy tipping is BACK!!! 🏉🍻
Think you know your footy? It’s time to prove it.
This year we’re turning it up — the winner scores a KEG PARTY for you and 20 of your mates 🍺 plus a massive 80% of the total prize pool.
Bragging rights, cold beers, and a season-long battle… it doesn’t get better than that.
Email [email protected] to register your interest and lock in your spot.
12/02/2026
STATE OF ORIGIN IS BACK!!! 🔥🏉
It’s WA vs VIC and we’re showing it LIVE & LOUD at the Derby this Saturday!
Big hits, big moments, and big pub atmosphere — this is footy the way it’s meant to be watched.
Round up your crew, grab a drink, and catch every second at the pub.
Book now……. https://royalderbyhotel.com.au/
06/02/2026
🏈 SUPER BOWL PARTY – LIVE & LOUD 🏈
THIS MONDAY!!!!!!!
It’s back and bigger than ever! Join us for our 14th Annual Super Bowl Party and soak up the biggest sporting event of the year the way it should be — live, loud, and packed with atmosphere.
🔥 Doors open from 9:30am
📺 Watch every play on the big screens
🎁 Sweeps & giveaways throughout the game
🍔 American-style menu available all day
Game day specials:
🍹 $30 Compa Tequila bucket (4 cans)
🌮 $25 Compa can + 2 chicken tacos
Grab your crew, claim your seat early, and settle in for a massive day of football, food, and fun. Don’t miss it! 🏆🍻
18/01/2026
🏈 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🏈
Super Bowl fever is on and we’re giving away a $50 Super Bowl bar voucher 🍻🔥
👉 Tag a mate
👉 Guess the player
First correct guess takes the win!
Game on. 🏆
FITZROY’S HOME OF SPORT
17/01/2026
🏈 SUPER BOWL PARTY – LIVE & LOUD 🏈
It’s back and bigger than ever! Join us for our 14th Annual Super Bowl Party and soak up the biggest sporting event of the year the way it should be — live, loud, and packed with atmosphere.
🔥 Doors open from 9:30am
📺 Watch every play on the big screens
🎁 Sweeps & giveaways throughout the game
🍔 American-style menu available all day
Game day specials:
🍹 $30 Compa Tequila bucket (4 cans)
🌮 $25 Compa can + 2 chicken tacos
Grab your crew, claim your seat early, and settle in for a massive day of football, food, and fun. Don’t miss it! 🏆🍻
WE ARE FITZROY’s HOME OF SPORT…….
15/01/2026
49ers vs Seahawks | Sunday from 12pm
Finals footy is heating up 🔥 and one of the NFL’s biggest rivalries is set to explode!
Watch it live & loud at the pub — cold beers, big hits, and finals intensity.
🏈🍻
23/12/2025
Birmingham City Blues FC are taking over the Derby on Boxing Day night for their game against Derby County
Event starts at 9pm…. Game Kick Off at 11:30pm
$13 pints of Blues Lager all night osc Birmingham City Football ClubBirmingham City Football Club
Victoria Blues OSC
17/12/2025
THIS SATURDAY FROM 12PM
Jake Paul vs Joshua Anthony
Book now and watch it at the pub
07/12/2025
Traditions are the best!!!
Christmas catch up 14 years in a row and still going strong
We love our locals
Address
446 Brunswick Street
Fitzroy, VIC
3065
To reach the pub and beer garden located on Brunswick Street in Melbourne, you can take public transportation by getting off at the nearest tram stop which is located within a short walking distance. Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, parking spaces are available along Brunswick Street itself or in nearby paid parking facilities.
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The Royal Derby Hotel on Brunswick Street in Melbourne is a must-visit for anyone looking for a great pub experience. The hotel's beer garden provides the perfect setting to enjoy a cold drink and some delicious food. Speaking of food, the menu at The Royal Derby Hotel is designed to impress even the most discerning palate. The chef has taken great care to ensure that only the highest quality produce is used in every dish, resulting in a menu that offers traditional pub fare at an unbeatable price. Whether you're in the mood for a classic burger or something more adventurous, you'll find it on the menu at The Royal Derby Hotel. And if you're lucky enough to visit during one of their rotating seasonal specials, you're in for an extra treat! Overall, The Royal Derby Hotel is a fantastic choice for anyone looking for great food and drinks in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
