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We've got a variety of Council and community events and activities on the Northern Beaches to suit everyone. Take a look at the calendar or select a category for upcoming events. 

There's also a range of activities you can do online - join a webinar, watch a live stream, or view a recorded video in our digital library.

Check out other courses & activities at your local Community Centre or our Hello Manly website.

Submit your event

We encourage local not-for-profit community groups to publicise their events here too (conditions apply). Please note: listing here does not mean Council endorses the event or the organiser's products.

Please note: Our event calendar is not intended to advertise regular programs or classes. If they are held in one of our Community Centres, please submit to include in our Course and Activity Directory

Sat 27 Apr
8.00 AM - 2.00 PM
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Second Hand Saturday

Meet your neighbours, grab a bargain and help the environment too at a Second Hand Saturday garage sale.
Council Events, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 27 Apr
7.30 PM - 9.30 PM

Ultimate Dance Night with Crunching Numbers

Join us for a musical extravaganza that will set your feet moving and your heart racing.
Scotland Island Community Hall & Recreation Centre Catherine Park (via Tennis Wharf) Scotland Island
Music and Dance
Fri 12 Apr
Sun 28 Apr

Wild Places

Welcome to an exciting adventure that brings together the wonders of Australian wildlife and the charm of some of our local town centres!
Children and Families, Community Group, Council Events, Education and Learning
Tue 30 Apr
6.30 PM - 7.30 PM
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The Lucky Ones with Melinda Ham

Join award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham in discussion with Nyah Fouad (Philanthropy Manager at Australia for UNHCR) as she discusses her anthology of Australian refugee journeys, The Lucky Ones.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Authors Talk
Wed 1 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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History Hub Presentation at Forestville Library

Interested in the history of your local area? Join us for a presentation on how to best use the Library's History Hub, your online local history source.
Forestville Library, 6 Darley Street Forestville
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Wed 1 May
7.00 PM - 8.30 PM
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Big Ideas Forum: What kind of society do we want to become?

Come along to hear Hugh discuss his latest book “The Way We Are: Lessons from a lifetime of listening” as we examine the major trends shaking the foundations of the Australian way of life.
Glen Street Theatre, Cnr Glen Street, Blackbutts Rd Belrose
Council Events, Authors Talk, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Health and Wellbeing
Wed 1 May
7.00 PM - 8.30 PM

Big Ideas Forum: What kind of society do we want to become?

Come along to hear Hugh discuss his latest book 'The Way We Are: Lessons from a lifetime of listening' as we examine the major trends shaking the foundations of the Australian way of life.
Cnr Glen Street, Blackbutts Rd Belrose
Council Events, Big Ideas Forums, Education and Learning
Thu 2 May
9.30 AM - 11.30 AM

Create & Connect

Explore art making, creative expression and relaxation in our open studio art therapy workshop.
Avalon Creative Space 32 Old Barrenjoey Road Avalon Beach
Art and Culture, Avalon Creative Space
Thu 2 May
1.30 PM - 2.30 PM
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A Brief History of Manly Dam

Join us during the Australian Heritage Festival and learn about the Manly Dam area and its rich history, presented by the Aboriginal Heritage Office.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Education and Learning
Thu 2 May
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Artist Book Workshop with Julie Williams

What is an artist book? Discover Julie Williams's style of artist book in this hands on workshop.
Manly Library in the Creative Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning
Fri 3 May
6.00 AM - 10.00 PM

Coastrek Sydney 2024

This May join Coastrek, Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge for women and walk 50km, 30km or the Twilight 20km along Sydney's spectacular Northern Beaches, proudly supporting the Heart Foundation
2 Bareena Drive Balgowlah Heights
Sat 4 May
11.00 AM - 12.30 PM
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Explore Long Reef Rock Platform

Join us at Long Reef Headland to explore the amazing and diverse rock platform.
Fisherman's beach amenities block (cream two story building) Off Anzac Ave, Collaroy Collaroy
Council Events, CEC Events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 4 May
9.00 AM - 1.00 PM
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Second Hand Saturday

Meet your neighbours, grab a bargain and help the environment too at a Second Hand Saturday garage sale.
Council Events, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 4 May
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Exhibition Talk: Tabled

Enjoy hearing the curators, artists and collaborators discuss the exhibition concept, relationship between food and pots, and the process of bringing their ideas together.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, MAG&M Talks and Events
Sat 4 May
10.00 AM - 4.00 PM
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Free Comic Book Day 2024

Celebrate Free Comic Book Day at the library and learn about our graphic novel collections.
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Youth
Sun 5 May
12.30 PM - 3.45 PM
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International Permaculture Day 2024

Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with Permaculture Northern Beaches at International Permaculture Day.
New Leaf Nursery 224 Powderworks Road, Ingleside
Children and Families, Community Group