Events Archives

Explore the magical world of books

October 7, 2023

Join some of your favourite authors and illustrators for an afternoon of creative writing, illustration workshops and art and craft activities. Free event for preschoolers, primary school children and their families. Click on the link below to register for the event:www.eventbite.com.au You can also scan the QR code in the festival banner above. Authors and Illustrators that are participating: Libby Hathorn, Alison Evernton, Nathan Luff, Alexa Moses, Amanda Lieber, Lauren Briggs, Victoria Mackinlay, Nisaluk Chantanakom, Tami Sussman, Samera Kamaleddine, Yves Stening, Apsara Baldavino and Monica Lizama We are also running a writing and drawing competition. Win some amazing prizes! How to…

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Events, Free, Garden

Bronte House Open Day

October 5, 2023

Visit the beautiful gardens at the Bronte House Garden Open Day! Waverley Council and the Bronte House residents welcome you to have a look around the beautiful gardens of this historic house. No booking required. Walk-ins only. For more information, please call Council’s Outdoor and Flagship Events team on 9083 8416. Bronte House Bronte House’s story begins in 1836 when William Mortimer Lewis, Colonial Architect, bought 42 acres of land at ‘Nelson Bay’ (the name given to the bay at Bronte Beach). He began building a house but when an economic depression hit in 1843, was forced to sell the…

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Events

Sunset Cinema Bondi

October 2, 2023

Bean bags, popcorn and the best summer movies, all under the stars at Australia’s most iconic beach! Get ready for 6 weeks of iconic outdoor cinema experiences in the Pav’s Dolphin Court from 16 November to 23 December. A key fixture of the Australian summer events program for over a decade, Sunset Cinema is bringing a signature mix of new release blockbusters, all-time classics and family favourites from under the stars. With delicious movie snacks, a fully stocked bar, and plenty of seating options and most importantly – good times! Movies Get ready for some of this summer’s biggest new…

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Events, School holidays

Junkyard Beats: The Box Show

October 1, 2023

Get ready for the most sustainable fun you’ve ever had. In the hands of Junkyard Beats, ordinary household items are transformed into extraordinary musical instruments and unwanted junk comes alive in exciting and surprising ways! The Box Show excites the imagination of children and adults alike. We follow four characters during their daily activities in a world made of cardboard boxes and junk. The contents of an abandoned kitchen and wheelie bins become the greatest drum set in the world; plastic bags are an amazing musical instrument and the human body becomes a unique sound machine. Tag along for a…

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Events

Clofest 2023, Family-friendly festival at Clovelly Public School

September 26, 2023

Clovelly Public School P&C Association today announced it will host a festival for the broader community at the school on Saturday 21 October. Running from 12pm to 5pm, Clofest 2023 will be packed with live music and performances, rides and amusements, a food fair, games, creative stalls, and more. John Richardson, President of Clovelly Public School P&C Association, said: “With Covid affecting what we’ve been able to do at the school in recent years, the parents and students of Clovelly Public School were looking to create an event that would allow us to bring together people from all around the area to celebrate…

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Events, School holidays

Family fun, Bell Shakespeare presents: Just Macbeth! (abridged)

September 22, 2023

What do you get when you combine Shakespeare, Andy Griffiths, garden gnomes, daggers, Wizz Fizz and brussels sprouts? Just Macbeth! (abridged) of course! Journey to medieval Scotland for this perfect introduction to Shakespeare for young people. Just Macbeth! (abridged) is a really silly version of Shakespeare’s great big gory tragedy starring Andy, Danny and Lisa from Andy Griffiths’ Just! series, packed into a pocket-sized play. Exploring the story of Macbeth through the eyes of Andy Griffiths’ much loved characters, this hilarious and irreverent take on Shakespeare’s classic tragedy will have the whole family in stitches. Just Macbeth! (abridged) is aimed…

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Events, School holidays

Meeting Mozart, at Sydney Opera House

September 21, 2023

Join the mischievous Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, his wife and muse Constanze, and a string quintet on a journey to discover some of Mozart’s best-known and beloved music—from variations on ‘Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star’ to his large-scale orchestral pieces. With a string quintet of live musicians on stage, explore the instruments, scores and themes within the music, while peeping behind the curtain at the life of the musician behind them. Meeting Mozart aims to instil a love of classical music in your little ones in an environment that is full of laughter, participation and elaborate costumes! 13 – 22 December…

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Events, Kids, School holidays

Spring Holiday Fun, Moon Festival + more in Darling Harbour & Barangaroo

September 20, 2023

Darling Harbour and Barangaroo are Sydney’s most popular destinations, known for their vibrant events and attractions. During the spring holidays, Darling Harbour often hosts various family-friendly activities and events. You can expect outdoor entertainment, food festivals, live music, and special performances. Barangaroo Reserve offers a beautiful natural setting for picnics and leisurely walks during spring. The lush greenery and stunning waterfront views make it an ideal spot to relax and enjoy the pleasant weather. Below is a list of activities to enjoy for the whole family this spring holiday Parkoursome (Sunday 1 October & Sunday 8 October) – From 9:30am…

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Events, School holidays

Free Supa Kids Activity

September 20, 2023

Join us as we explore the enchanting world of Dr. Seuss in an interactive show starring the beloved Cat In The Hat, featuring book reading and a sing and dance.* Enter the amazing tongue-tied world of Dr.Suess, with everyone’s favourite “Cat In The Hat”. This interactive, fun-filled show celebrates everything Seuss as his best friend reads through the no.1 seller – Green Eggs and Ham. Cat in the Hat will entertain the crowd with singing and dancing, and he will even check how well you are listening by asking questions to the crowd. Audience members can even learn the famous…

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Events, Kids, School holidays

Dog Man the musical, at Sydney Opera House

September 19, 2023

Best buddies George and Harold have been creating comics for years, but now that they’re in 5th grade, they figure it’s time to level up and write a musical based on their favourite character, Dog Man, the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and ALL HERO!! How hard could it be…? With the head of a dog and the body of a policeman, Dog Man loves to fight crime and chew on the furniture. But while trying his best to be a good boy, can he save the city from Flippy the cyborg fish and his army of…

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