Youth Week
NSW Youth Week 2025 will take place from April 9 - 17
Lock it in your calendars, and stay tuned for more updates later this year.
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Youth Week is an annual celebration of young people held in early April around the school holidays.
Council and local youth services put on a range of programs, events and activities to cater to a wide demographic of interests expressed by our local young people during this time. The program of events involves young people in all aspects, including the planning, development and management of activities. It aims to cater to a diverse range of interests, through large scale events to small workshops and niche activations.
If you’re aged between 12-24, Youth Week is an opportunity to:
• share your ideas
• attend events
• have your voice heard on issues of concern
• showcase your talents
• celebrate your contribution to the community
• take part in various competitions and programs
• have fun!
If you're a local organisation, service or community group programming Youth Week activations, you can submit your event to feature on our 2025 Youth Week Calendar.
What's On
Wed 26 Mar
6.00 PM - 7.30 PM
Fantasy Book Chat at Manly
Are you a fantasy book reader looking to discuss your recent reads?
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week
Fri 28 Mar
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Wed 2 Apr
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Ways to reduce your Cost of Living - Information Session at Warringah Mall
Join Service NSW and learn how to access various savings, rebates and vouchers available to you!
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Youth Week, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 3 Apr
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Northern Composure Unplugged Heat 1
Northern Composure Unplugged is back in 2025. Unplugged is an acoustic competition for all Northern Beaches musicians aged 12-24.
Mona Vale Library - 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Live Music, Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Live music, Youth Week, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Fri 4 Apr
10.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Beginners Organic Veggie Gardening Workshop
Learn the basic skills to grow some of your own organic herbs and vegetables. We will set up and plant a new garden together.
1 Kimbriki Road (off Mona Vale Road) Ingleside
Community Group, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Fri 4 Apr
Fri 11 Apr
Workshop: Cyanotype Printing with Bella La Spina
Join contemporary printmaker Bella La Spina for a 2-day workshop exploring the magic of cyanotypes.
Avalon Creative Space 32 Old Barrenjoey Rd (Located in Avalon Golf Course) Avalon Beach
Art and Culture, Avalon Creative Space, Workshops and Talks, Youth Week, Education and Learning
Sun 6 Apr
9.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Bags to Riches
A market selling second hand goods from a suitcase, container or rug filled with items such as clothes, toys, household items, sporting equipment.
Walter Gors Park Howard Avenue Dee Why
Council Events, Halloween, Waste Reduction Events, Youth Week, Environment and Sustainability
Mon 7 Apr
6.00 PM - 7.15 PM
headspace Brookvale x Rebound Health Workshop
Part of Youth Week. Are you aged between 13-19? Do you find gyms intimidating? Not confident using equipment? Or just don't know how to start with exercise?
Suite 7/577 Pittwater Rd BROOKVALE
Youth Week, Health and Wellbeing, Youth
Thu 10 Apr
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Local Author: John Ball
Join local author John S Ball as he discusses his scientific non-fiction, How to Solve AI with Our Brain: The Final Frontier in Science.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Council Events, Authors Talk, Youth Week, Education and Learning
Thu 10 Apr
3.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Gather at the Gallery: Kids
Join us for a free after-school drop-in program where young artists can explore hands-on activities.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Youth
Thu 10 Apr
4.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Beyond The Gloves - Free Youth Boxing & Mentoring Workshop
FREE Boxing and Mentoring Program for Young People, 11-18 Yrs.
Manly Youth & Community Centre Kangaroo St Manly
Youth Week, Youth
Thu 10 Apr
5.00 PM - 6.30 PM
Car Maintenance Workshop
Learn basic car maintenance skills and feel confident to open the bonnet of the car to check the oil, coolant, fluid and battery.
PCYC Car Park Dee Why – Level 2 Civic Parade Dee Why
Council Events, Women, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Youth
Thu 10 Apr
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Northern Composure Unplugged Heat 2
Northern Composure Unplugged is back in 2025. Unplugged is an acoustic competition for all Northern Beaches musicians aged 12-24.
Manly Library - 1 Belgrave Street Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Experiences and Performances, Live music, Youth Week, School Holidays
Fri 11 Apr
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Members & Volunteers Preview - TEN‐FOLD: A Decade of Emerging Art Incubator Artists
Join us for the preview tour of our new exhibition, TEN‐FOLD: A Decade of Emerging Art Incubator Artists.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week
Fri 11 Apr
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Exhibition Opening - TEN‐FOLD: A Decade of Emerging Art Incubator Artists
Join us for the opening event of our new exhibitions, TEN‐FOLD: A Decade of Emerging Art Incubator Artists.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week
Mon 14 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Junior Ecology
Come with us to discover how living things, and their surroundings, or environment, depend on each other for survival.
Coastal Environment Centre Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Children and Families, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, MEC Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 15 Apr
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Composting with Kids Workshop
Some fun outdoor activities to introduce your kids to composting and worm farming.
1 Kimbriki Road (off Mona Vale Road) Ingleside
Children and Families, Community Group, Waste Reduction Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Tue 15 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Fossil Fun
If you thought finding real life fossils was only for Paleontologists then think again. Come with us on a journey back in time to discover what lived here millions of years ago, and learn all about how fossils are formed.
Coastal Environment Centre Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Children and Families, Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 17 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Survivor!
Are you ready to put your survival skills to the test?
Children and Families, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, MEC Events, Youth Week, School Holidays
Thu 17 Apr
10.30 AM - 12.00 PM
Car Maintenance Workshop
Learn basic car maintenance skills and feel confident to open the bonnet of the car to check the oil, coolant, fluid and battery.
PCYC Car Park Dee Why – Level 2 Civic Parade Dee Why
Council Events, Women, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Youth
Thu 17 Apr
1.00 PM - 2.30 PM
Car Maintenance Workshop
Learn basic car maintenance skills and feel confident to open the bonnet of the car to check the oil, coolant, fluid and battery.
PCYC Car Park Dee Why – Level 2 Civic Parade Dee Why
Council Events, Women, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Youth
Thu 17 Apr
6.00 PM - 7.30 PM
Fantasy Book Chat at Manly
Are you a fantasy book reader looking to discuss your recent reads?
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week
Thu 17 Apr
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Northern Composure Unplugged Heat 3
Northern Composure Unplugged is back in 2025. Unplugged is an acoustic competition for all Northern Beaches musicians aged 12-24.
Forestville Library - 6 Darley street Forestville
Live Music, Art and Culture, Live music, Youth Week, Music and Dance, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 22 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
April School Holiday Workshops: Reshaping Waste - Day 1: Trash to treasure
Explore nearby Greendale Creek for left-behind litter and sort and analyse what you find. Get inspired and create an artwork using found objects and recycled materials.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd Curl Curl
School Holiday Creative Workshop, Art and Culture, Youth Week, Curl Curl Creative Space
Tue 22 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Art and Nature
Using nature as your canvas, this day is all about creativity. Come with us to explore the outdoors, finding natural resources and inspiration for our creations. With spring upon us, what better way to capture how beautiful our coastal environments are!
Coastal Environment Centre Entrance Pelican Path, Lake Park Rd North Narrabeen
Council Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays
Wed 23 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
April School Holiday Workshops: Reshaping Waste - Day 2: Soft plastic refashion
Discover how single use-soft plastics impact our precious environment and re-fashion items into your own bag or wallet. Talk textile waste and upcycle clothes into wearable pouches for baby wildlife rescued by Wires, Australia’s largest wildlife rescue organisation.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd Curl Curl
School Holiday Creative Workshop, Art and Culture, Youth Week, Curl Curl Creative Space
Wed 23 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Junior Marine Biology
There is plenty life on the rock platform if you know where to look! Join us for a day of discovery and fun as part of our series of school holiday program events.
Coastal Environment Centre Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Children and Families, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, MEC Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays
Thu 24 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
April School Holiday Workshops: Reshaping Waste - Day 3: Plastic fantastic
Get physical in a hands-on sorting, shredding and processing activity to give hard plastic waste a new life. Learn how to make pens, key rings, combs and more. Plus take part in ‘Pitchfest’ – will your solution to plastic rubbish in the environment be the winner?
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd Curl Curl
School Holiday Creative Workshop, Art and Culture, Youth Week, Curl Curl Creative Space
Thu 24 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Ocean Edge Discovery
Embark on a thrilling quest to find the rockpools and intertidal zones of our local area. Investigate the rocky shore discovering the hidden wonders of the rockpools and their secretive inhabitants. Led by our wonderful educators, children will explore these mini ecosystems, searching for crabs, molluscs, fish, sea hares and seabirds.
Coastal Environment Centre Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Children and Families, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, MEC Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays
Mon 28 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Masterclass Series 2025: Plein air Drawing with Noel Thurgate
Join the first session in our 2025 Masterclass Series, En Plein Air Drawing with Noel Thurgate.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum 1A West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning
Fri 2 May
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Sun 4 May
9.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Bags to Riches
A market selling second hand goods from a suitcase, container or rug filled with items such as clothes, toys, household items, sporting equipment.
Walter Gors Park Howard Avenue Dee Why
Council Events, Halloween, Waste Reduction Events, Youth Week, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 8 May
3.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Gather at the Gallery: Kids
Join us for a free after-school drop-in program where young artists can explore hands-on activities.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Youth
Fri 30 May
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Tue 10 Jun
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Ways to reduce your Cost of Living - Information Session at Warringah Mall
Join Service NSW and learn how to access various savings, rebates and vouchers available to you!
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Youth Week, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 12 Jun
3.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Gather at the Gallery: Kids
Join us for a free after-school drop-in program where young artists can explore hands-on activities.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Youth
Fri 27 Jun
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Fri 25 Jul
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Fri 22 Aug
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Fri 19 Sep
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Fri 24 Oct
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Contact information
Northern Beaches Council Community Development