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Community, Events

Spot On Randwick 2026: Two More Nights of Free Family Fun, Live Music and Street Entertainment

Looking for a fun and affordable family outing this spring? Randwick’s popular Spot On street festival is back, transforming The Spot into a lively evening destination filled with music, entertainment, outdoor dining and community celebrations. And there are still two Thursday nights left to enjoy! Organised by Randwick City Council, Spot On 2026 brings six weeks of free, family-friendly entertainment to the heart of Randwick, running every Thursday evening from 24 September to 29 October. Whether you’re planning an early dinner with the kids, catching up with friends or simply looking for something different to do close to home, this…

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Events, Free, Pets

Dog Days Out: A Pawsome Community Celebration in Waverley

Calling all dog lovers! Waverley Council’s Dog Days Out is back this October, bringing together four-legged friends and their owners for a fun-filled community celebration of everything we love about our pets. Taking place across Waverley’s four wards – Bondi, Hunter, Waverley and Lawson – this special series of four events is a wonderful opportunity for local families and their furry companions to get outdoors, meet other dog owners and learn more about keeping their pets happy and healthy. Free Vet Checks, Fun Activities and More There’s plenty to keep both dogs and their humans entertained at Dog Days Out….

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Community, Events, Fun

Free Family Fun Day Is Coming to Moore Park South This October

Looking for an easy free family day out in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Pack the kids, bring your picnic blanket and head to Moore Park South on Saturday 17 October for an afternoon of animals, sport, nature activities, face painting and plenty of outdoor fun. The Moore Park South Family Fun Day is a free community event running from 11am to 2pm, with activities and entertainment designed for kids and families of all ages. And did we mention it’s FREE? A Free Day of Play at Moore Park South Moore Park South will come alive for three hours of family-friendly entertainment,…

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Events, Fun

Roll Up, Roll Up! Kids Circus Workshops Are Coming to South Eveleigh These School Holidays

If your kids have ever dreamed of running away with the circus — or simply love climbing, balancing, performing and trying something new — South Eveleigh is bringing a little circus magic to the spring school holidays. On Thursday 8 and Friday 9 October, kids can step into the spotlight at a series of hands-on Circus Workshops on Locomotive Street. From little acrobats to future ringmasters, the workshops give children the chance to learn circus skills, challenge their balance and coordination and discover their inner performer. And at just $5 per ticket — with every attendee receiving a $10 gift…

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Art, Events

Head On Photo Festival 2026 Comes to Bondi Pavilion This November

Bondi Pavilion will become a meeting place for photographers, artists and curious visitors this November as the Head On Photo Festival 2026 brings almost a month of exhibitions, talks, workshops and special events to the beachfront. Running from 6–29 November 2026, the festival is an opportunity to experience photography from Australia and around the world — and many of the exhibitions at the Pavilion are completely free to visit. Whether you’re passionate about photography, love discovering new artists, have a teenager interested in taking photos, or simply want to see something different while you’re at Bondi, this is one to…

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Events

Chardy Party at the International

Sun’s out, charge your Chardy glass this October Long Weekend! We’re celebrating all things Chardonnay with Chardy Party, bringing 30+ winemakers and 100+ wines to the heart of the CBD for one big afternoon in the spring sunshine. Australian Chardonnay is having its moment in the sun, and it’s earned, not hyped. Few grapes respond quite so vividly to place and the hand of the winemaker as Chardonnay. We are leading the world, nipping at the heels of the French, with wines of finesse and power. Chardy Party celebrates the full spectrum, along with a special one-day-only menu from The…

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Community, Events, Free

Welcoming the Babies Morning Tea Returns to Kensington This September

Friday 25 September 2026 | 10am–12pm | Kensington Park Community Centre | Free New parents and their little ones are invited to come together for the annual Welcoming the Babies Morning Tea in Kensington this September. Hosted each spring by Matt Thistlethwaite MP, Federal Member for Kingsford Smith, the morning tea celebrates the newest additions to local families while giving parents an opportunity to meet other families and connect with community organisations, support services and local businesses. Matt Thistlethwaite is the current federal Member for Kingsford Smith. This year’s event will take place on Friday 25 September from 10am to…

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Events, Fun, School holidays

This Show is a Joke! The Listies Bring the Laughs to Bondi Pavilion These School Holidays

Looking for a school holiday activity that will have the kids — and probably the parents — laughing out loud? **The Listies are coming to Bondi Pavilion this October with their hilarious new family show, This Show is a Joke! ** Australia’s much-loved kids’ comedy duo Matt Kelly and Richard Higgins are bringing an hour of slapstick, songs, ridiculous gags, bubbles, bananas and complete chaos to the Bondi Pavilion Theatre. Recommended for ages 5+, this could be a great one to add to your spring school holiday calendar. Prepare for Some Serious Silliness This Show is a Joke! is a…

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Coogee Public School pavilion classroom in 1913
Community, Education, Events, Local, Schools

Coogee Public School celebrates 150 years

Coogee Public School will welcome its community, past and present, for a landmark 150th anniversary celebration on Saturday 12 September 2026, from 11am to 3pm. The free community event will celebrate the generations of students, staff and families who have shaped the school since it was established in 1876. It is a chance to reconnect with old friends, share memories, explore the school’s history and see what learning at Coogee Public School looks like today. When: Saturday 12 September 2026, 11am-3pm Where: Coogee Public School, corner of Byron Street and Coogee Bay Road, Coogee One hundred and fifty years of…

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Events, Free

Free Lunchtime Concerts Are Coming to Bondi Pavilion – Here’s What’s On

Need an excuse to escape the usual routine for an hour? Bondi Pavilion’s free Lunchtime Concerts could be just the midweek break you’re looking for. Running monthly on selected Wednesdays through to December, the concerts bring live music to the High Tide Room at Bondi Pavilion, with everything from jazz and soul to folk, Sinatra classics and Christmas carols. Best of all? They’re completely free. The performances run from 1:30pm to 2:30pm, making them easy to combine with lunch, a walk along Bondi Beach or a catch-up with a friend. A Different Kind of Lunch Break We love finding free…

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