July 3-6th, 2026
Land's Edge
Chowder Bay, Sydney Harbour, NSW
We're excited to invite you to Ruby Retreat 2026 — a long weekend of hacking, learning, and socialising with fellow Rubyists, right on Sydney Harbour.
While there is a focus on Ruby, we welcome anyone interested in programming to come along.
Expect great code, great company, and a great view. We hope you can join us!
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Outdoor Coding! 👩💻
Gaming & Fun! 🕹️
Natural Beauty! 😍
Great Coffee! ☕️
Enthusiastic Encouragement! 👍
Community! 🥰
Sunshine! ☀️
Adventure! 🌲
Land's Edge Harbour Lodge
Chowder Bay Rd, Mosman NSW 2088
Tucked inside Sydney Harbour National Park, the venue is right on the water. When you're ready to step away from the keyboard, you can bushwalk the headland trails, swim, snorkel, or kayak straight from the beach.
We will provide more information on how to get there closer to the event.
Every full-weekend ticket includes a bunk bed onsite and you'll need to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow. Please note that tenting is not permitted at this venue. You're also very welcome to stay offsite if you prefer; see our accommodation suggestions below for options in the Mosman/Sydney area.
Yes, the venue will have wifi available and 4G/5G internet access.
Unfortunately, we can't accommodate unaccompanied minors, please look into meetups and workshops in your area. If a parent is attending then we may be able to make arrangements. Please contact us before purchasing your ticket.
We are committed to providing food and drinks to accommodate all attendees needs, just let us know your requirements during ticket purchase and we will make sure you are catered for. If you have severe allergies please include this information and bring along your EpiPen.
We do! If you identify as part of a group that is underrepresented in tech, you can apply for an opportunity ticket. Opportunity tickets work exactly the same as regular ones.
If you would like to help us extend the reach of these tickets, you can make a donation via the tickets page.
Photos from previous events are courtesy of DylanFM and Merrin Macleod.
We'll send out detailed public transport information closer to the event. We plan to offer a shuttle to the venue from the nearest public transport hub at Mosman, let us know in your ticket purchase if you would like to make use of this.
Chowder Bay is accessible by car from the Sydney CBD via the Harbour Bridge.
The Chowder Bay car park on Chowder Bay Road has around 40 spaces: Mon–Fri $3/hr (max $16/day), weekends and public holidays $4/hr (max $20/day), open 8am–10pm. Payment by coin or card (Visa/Mastercard, $4 minimum). It fills quickly on weekends, so arriving early is recommended.
From Sydney Airport: Take the train to Wynyard Station. From Wynyard, catch the B-Line bus to Mosman, where you can stop in at a supermarket. We will provide a shuttle service from Mosman to the venue. See the directions link below for the full route.
Public Transport in Sydney takes contactless payment (credit/debit card, phone, or digital wallet) — just tap on and off, no setup needed.
Use the link below to explore transit, driving, or rideshare options from the airport directly to the venue. The trip takes around 60–75 minutes by public transport.
Get directions from Sydney AirportA selection of our favourite spots near the venue.
Neutral Bay · ~12 min · 4.6★
Osaka-style sushi and Japanese small plates on Military Road, the closest high-quality restaurant to the venue. Relaxed atmosphere, strong sake list.
North Sydney · ~20 min · 4.8★
A tiny, intimate Japanese bento restaurant in North Sydney with exceptional ratings. One of the highest-rated spots on the whole north shore — worth the short drive.
Balmoral Beach · ~10 min · 4.5★
Modern Australian seafood on Balmoral Beach, right on the water. Relaxed fine dining with views across Middle Harbour towards North Head and Manly.
Balmoral Beach · ~10 min · 4.4★
An icon of Sydney Harbour dining — 1920s art deco pavilion on Balmoral Beach serving Mediterranean-influenced contemporary cuisine. Awarded 2 hats in the 2026 SMH Good Food Guide.
Prefer to stay offsite? Here are some options on the north shore close to Chowder Bay.
Neutral Bay · ~20 min
A solid budget option on the Lower North Shore, just 250m from Neutral Bay Wharf with direct ferry access to Circular Quay. Simple, clean rooms with free Wi-Fi, a communal kitchen, and laundry facilities.
From AU$125/night
Cremorne Point · ~15 min
An award-winning boutique B&B in a restored Federation heritage building right on Sydney Harbour. Stunning harbour views, with Cremorne Point Ferry Wharf just steps from the door.
From AU$160/night
287 Military Rd, Cremorne · ~15 min
Fully self-contained studio and one-bedroom apartments right on Military Road in Cremorne. Harbour views, kitchenette, and a bus stop at the door. A short stroll to Cremorne Point Wharf for the F6 ferry.
From AU$178/night
Milsons Point · ~25 min
Fully furnished apartments with panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge and Lavender Bay, a 5-minute walk from Milsons Point Ferry Wharf. Full kitchen, internal laundry, indoor pool, and free parking.
From AU$250/night
Cowles Rd, Mosman · ~10 min
A heritage 1886 stately home converted into a boutique hotel with 26 individually designed rooms. Quiet side street in Mosman, within easy reach of both Military Road cafes and the bus to the venue.
From AU$390/night
Bradleys Head Rd, Mosman · ~10 min
A unique eco-retreat nestled inside Taronga Zoo, perched above Sydney Harbour. Rates include a buffet breakfast and full access to the zoo. The closest accommodation to the venue by far, with a scenic foreshore walking track directly to Chowder Bay.
From AU$590/night
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