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Bondi Beach Pop-Up Group Art Show

October 27, 2025

Don’t miss this special two-day pop-up exhibition at Gallery 46 (1/46 Lamrock Ave, Bondi) — open Saturday, November 1st & Sunday, November 2nd from 9am to 7pm. Curated by Bondi local Greg Perano (Hunters & Collectors, The Deadly Hume), this vibrant group show brings together some of the eastern suburbs’ most talented artists. Featured Artists Include: Greg Perano Richard & Oliver Simpkin (their first-ever joint father–son exhibition!) Abby Vick Jade Phillips …and many more talented local artists! About the Artists: Richard Simpkin is a best-selling author of ten books and an acclaimed photographer who has held solo exhibitions around the world for over 20 years. His work is represented in major collections globally. His son, Oliver Simpkin, has…

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Markets

Bondi Festival Food Markets: A Winter Feast by the Sea!

July 9, 2025

Get ready to eat, sip, and savour the flavours of winter at the Bondi Festival Food Markets, popping up at Bondi Parkfor three epic Saturdays this July! Curated by the food-lovers at Blue Sky Markets, this foodie playground will take over the space between the Ice Rink and Ferris Wheel, transforming it into a mouthwatering hub of culinary delights. From sizzling hot dishes and tasty street food to artisan drinks, baked goodies, and gourmet treats, there’s something to tickle every taste bud. Whether you’re skating, riding, or just strolling through the Bondi Festival, make sure to follow your nose to…

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Christmas 2024, Events, Free

Bondi, Carols by the Sea 2024 where music meets the ocean!

November 16, 2024

Kick off the festive season with the perfect blend of music, community, and ocean views at Bondi’s much-loved Carols by the Sea. Held right by the iconic Bondi Pavilion, this event promises an evening of holiday magic, complete with festive tunes, children’s activities, and delicious treats from local food vendors. A Family-Friendly Festivity Carols by the Sea is the ideal setting for families to relax and get into the holiday spirit. Bring along your picnic blankets, cozy up with your loved ones, and settle in for an evening of music under the stars. From classic carols to contemporary holiday favorites,…

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Events, Inspiration

Head On Photo Festival 2024 @ Bondi Beach

November 14, 2024

World-renowned Head On Photo Festival, a highlight of Australia’s arts calendar, celebrates its 15th year with an electric range of photography from around the world in unique outdoor exhibitions. The Festival, free and open to the public, presents over 600 photographers across the Festival’s major indoor and outdoor venues. See 50+ exhibitions along the stunning Bondi Beach, at Bondi Pavilion Gallery, Paddington Reservoir Gardens and more. Annually Head On Photo Festival presents groundbreaking photographic stories that tell stories through photography across all genres, from fine art to photojournalism. Judges select all exhibiting photographers through Head On’s unique judging process, in…

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Community, Education

Ocean lovers school excursions Program 2025, Coming Soon!

October 23, 2024

The Ocean Lovers Festival school excursion day is all about inspiring change. Based at the Bondi Pavilion and surrounds, the festival showcases innovative ocean science projects and educational content about recycling, ocean impacts and solutions for the sea. Students will have the opportunity to meet and talk to marine scientists, learn about inspiring ocean restoration projects, participate in hands-on workshops, immerse themselves in interactive art exhibitions, and enjoy some fun ocean science activities for all ages. They can even drive an underwater drone and discover what lies beneath the surface at Bondi Beach, in real time, and talk to the…

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Community, Inspiration, Parks and Beaches

Bondi Beach Sea Wall

September 15, 2024

The Bondi Beach Graffiti Wall is an internationally renowned site for Street and Graffiti Artists. The space holds within it a rich history, showcasing the evolution of an art movement that began in the late 1970s. Influenced by the international trends emanating from New York and the explosive culture of MTV. Around this time, a small group of young artists in Bondi eagerly embraced the global graffiti craze, transforming this wall into their urban canvas of expression. However, in those early days, the wall existed in a grey area of legality, resulting in tensions between the local police and the…

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Events

Found Objects by Shaun Parker & Co.

August 13, 2024

An epic free outdoor performance in the Pav Courtyard featuring contemporary and street dance. Found Objects is an extraordinary, highly physical, dance theatre work incorporating high-octane contemporary dance, acrobatics, hip-hop, breakdance, tutting, popping, krumping, street dance and parkour with seemingly ordinary objects. The Argus, Brighton ★★★★★ “Set to a pulsating score, it was heart-warming and heart-breaking at the same time.” Winner Argus Angel Award, in recognition of Artistic Excellence, Brighton Festival & Fringe. “The charm and pure joy of Found Objects was palpable and engaging. If Shaun Parker and Company are in your neighbourhood, they are a must see.” Theatre…

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Events, Inspiration

26 January Dawn Reflection at Bondi Beach

January 19, 2024

Waverley Council invites you to Bondi Beach for a morning of quiet reflection to commemorate our First Nations community. Waverley Council will be holding a 26 January Dawn Reflection at 5.30am at Bondi Beach to acknowledge the resilience and survival of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and their continuous connection to Country and culture. The Dawn Reflection is an opportunity for the community to join us on the beach in front of Bondi Pavilion as the sun rises, for a morning of quiet reflection to commemorate our First Nations community with a Welcome and smoking ceremony from Traditional Custodians followed…

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