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Australia Day, what’s on in Sydney

January 24, 2023

All the much-loved Australia Day traditions are back for another year. The Australia Day in Sydney program is inclusive, reflective, respectful and packed with unmissable events. Australia Day in Sydney will champion the vibrant and diverse state of NSW and transform Sydney Harbour to a spectacular stage which provides a glorious backdrop to an uplifting and inspirational national day. The Australia Day Council of NSW and NSW Government are grateful for the guidance and insights it receives from First Nations representatives who are instrumental in creating the Sydney program. From dawn to dusk and into the night, there are…

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Events, School holidays

School Holiday Cricket Clinic at Heffron Park

January 10, 2023

Come and join members of the Sydney Sixers W/BBL squad for a fun-filled skills clinic in Maroubra! When: Thursday 19 JAN 2023, 10 am – 11.30 am Location: Heffron Park, Maroubra. Cost: Free Randwick Council and Cricket NSW are hosting a fun cricket clinic and BBQ at Heffron Park this January school holidays. The 1.5 hour clinic will include skills and games, delivered by our accredited cricket program coordinators, with our players also joining in on the fun. All children must be supervised. Please wear sunscreen and a hat and bring water. Come and take a photo, get a signature, or have…

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Events

Sydney’s Lunar Festival 2023

January 10, 2023

Sydney Lunar Festival is happening from 21 January to 5 February. It’s the time to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with fabulous feasts, spectacular shows and magnificent artworks. Below is a list of events and locations. Sydney Lunar Streets Hay Street, Haymarket Saturday 21 January, 5pm to 10pm Kick off your Lunar New Year celebrations and see the laneways of Haymarket transformed into an exciting street party. Chinatown will buzz with live entertainment, roving performers, market stalls, food trucks, DJs and lion dances. Lunar Spectacular shows Sydney Town Hall Saturday 4 February from 10am Performers share their culture through…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

ELEVATE FAMILY

December 31, 2022

Tickets are free, bookings essential. Four mega mornings for families to build incredible memories. Taking family events to another level, some of Australia’s most loved characters and performers will be live on stage. Watch, dance and sing along – you’ll know all the words. Mornings at ELEVATE are a massive street party just for the little ones with playful surprises at every turn! From zig zagging between performers on and off the stage, or simply taking in the view. It’s a Sydney summer experience for the whole family that is impossible to replicate. Don’t miss it. Tickets are free, bookings essential. CHECK TICKETS…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Seaside Stroller Tour At The Australian Maritime Museum

December 31, 2022

Tours and play for carers with children from 0 to 18 months. Join our carers and babies tour through new exhibitions. Enjoy delicious refreshments from Ripples café, adult-friendly conversations in the exhibition and baby play time in a sensory space. Strollers, front packs, baby-slings and breastfeeding welcome. Upcoming tours: Monday 21 and 28 November, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour: Mariw Minaral (Spiritual Patterns) Play: Under the Sea theme Monday 12 December, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour:Wildlife Photography Play:Sensory Jungle Friday 27 January, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour: Summer Highlights Play: Colour and Shape theme Monday 20 and…

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Events, Inspiration, School holidays

Darling Harbour Summerific 23

December 30, 2022

Throughout the Darling Harbour precinct, from Dec 27 until Feb 5, visitors can experience a number of terrific summer activities, performances and events. These range from spectacular art installations to pedal boats bobbing on the waters of Cockle Bay and of course, the ever-popular fireworks, a firm summertime favourite with Sydneysiders year in and year out. Whether you’re seeking some fun distractions for the kids these school holidays or you’re hunting for a buzzing atmosphere after dark, Darling Harbour’s Summerific 23 program has you covered. In January, culture vultures can get their fill at two of Sydney Festival’s most vibrant…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Coogee Sparkles

December 29, 2022

Join us for our annual Coogee Sparkles event on Saturday 31 December 2022 at Goldstein Reserve, Coogee. At 9pm a 15-minute fireworks display will entertain the audience from the north end of Coogee Beach, near Dunningham Reserve. Tips for Coogee Sparkles: This event is popular, so arrive early to secure a spot. Parking is very limited. Please walk, cycle or use public transport or ride share services (drop off/collection points will be advertised on Council’s website). Glass, smoking and alcohol are banned on Coogee Beach and surrounding reserves. Please dispose of your rubbish responsibly or take your rubbish with you…

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Events, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Vantage points within the Woollahra Municipality

December 27, 2022

The Woollahra local council area features fantastic locations to view Sydney’s NYE fireworks spectacular. If you are preparing to welcome the arrival of 2023 in Woollahra we urge you to plan ahead to ensure a safe and stress-free New Year’s Eve. Find live updates on City of Sydney vantage points at sydneynewyearseve.com #SydNYE Best vantage points Darling Point McKell Park, Darling Point Superb harbour views and manicured gardens. Small historical foreshore location with varying levels. Capacity: 1,000 Managed entry: Free (Security and Police present enforcing alcohol free zones) Open: Gates open at midday. Toilets: Yes, however no disabled toilets. Access:…

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Events, School holidays

CELEBRATE WARNER BROS. STUDIO’S 100TH ANNIVERSARY AT DARLING QUARTER’S FREE OPEN AIR CINEMA THIS JANUARY

December 26, 2022

Create memories as you reminisce with characters from favourite films at Darling Quarter’s newly redeveloped precinct including a Harry Potter marathon, dedicated superheroes weekend and family-friendly Secret Origin of the Batwheels pre-shows. This summer, the newly opened Darling Quarter’s buzzing dining precinct has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to celebrate 100 years of storytelling with a dedicated Warner Bros. 100 Open Air Cinema. The Australian event is the first to kick off a year-long centennial celebration for the iconic and beloved studio that includes free nightly screenings of blockbuster films, family favourites and Oscar®-winning classics across 12th – 29th January,…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Introducing a star-studded line up for the Coogee Carols!

December 12, 2022

After a two-year break due to COVID restrictions, the Coogee Carols is back in 2022 and will take place Sunday 18 December at Goldstein Reserve, just behind Coogee Beach. “The whole community is looking forward to the carols being back! This is a fun, family-friendly event and it has been missed. The line-up of talent and singers is second-to-none. This is going to be a spectacular show!” said Dylan Parker, Mayor of Randwick. This year, the carols will be hosted by Melissa Hoyer, one of Australia’s leading and most respected and well-read lifestyle, fashion commentators and popular culture writers for…

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