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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. 

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

Mon 22 Jun
Mon 6 Jul
Remi Siciliano

Erosion Studies

Erosion Studies presents a series of photographic and photo-sculptural experiments informed by the movement and liveliness of the local area's coastal geology.
Eramboo Artist Environment 304 Mccarrs Creek Rd Terrey Hills
Art and Culture, Environment and Sustainability, Exhibitions
Tue 23 Jun
1.30 PM - 3.00 PM

Tea, Talk and Tech

Are you a senior who is struggling with technology? Find out where you can get help.
11-13 The Boulevarde Newport Community Centre Newport
Community Group, Education and Learning
Wed 24 Jun
7.30 AM - 9.00 AM
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Kids triathlon - Try a Tri (5 to 15)

A fun, inclusive kids triathlon at Manly Dam focused on confidence, participation and big smiles at the finish line.
All skill levels welcomed!
Section 3, Manly Dam Manly Vale
Children and Families, Health and Wellbeing
Thu 25 Jun
Sun 5 Jul
Danka Murray

Thrown from the Beaches

An exhibition of ceramic artworks responding to our local environment presented by The Clay Assembly.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space, Exhibitions
Fri 26 Jun
9.00 AM - 11.00 AM

Community Workshop: Naming Freshwater's Kelp Forest

Help choose a name for Freshwater’s underwater kelp forest and be part of a unique community conversation about marine restoration, place, and stewardship on Sydney’s coastline.
Freshwater Surf Life Saving Club Kooloora Ave Freshwater
Fri 26 Jun
12.00 PM - 1.00 PM
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Community Grants Information Session

If you'd like to discuss the different grant programs and how to apply, join us for an online Information Session. We'll be sharing information on our different streams, discussing the application process, and answering any questions.
Council Events, Community Group, Education and Learning
Sat 27 Jun
9.00 AM - 3.30 PM
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Chemical CleanOut

An opportunity to dispose of your household hazardous chemicals safely.
Mona Vale beach car park Surfview road Mona Vale
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events
Sat 27 Jun
Sun 28 Jun

The Sydney Chamber Music Festival 2026

The Sydney Chamber Music Festival returns in 2026. Two days. Four incredible musical experiences.
Manly Art Gallery and Museum 1a West Esplanade Manly
MAG&M Talks and Events, Live Music, Art and Culture, Children and Families, Music and Dance
Sun 28 Jun
7.00 AM - 1.00 PM

Narrabeen Sports High School P&C Car Boot Sale

Join us at one of the largest and most vibrant community events on the Northern Beaches. The Narrabeen Sports High School P&C Car Boot Sale is a long running local favourite, attracting families, bargain hunters, collectors and community members from across the region.
10 Namona St North Narrabeen
Sun 28 Jun
10.00 AM - 2.00 PM
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ORRCA Whale Census

The ORRCA (Organisation for the Rescue and Research of Cetaceans) conducts an annual humpback whale census along the NSW coast. This census helps track the migration of whales, with participants along headlands counting whales as they migrate north. The census data is used to assess the health and size of the humpback whale population.
Long Reef Point Lookout Collaroy
Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 2 Jul
8.00 AM - 11.00 AM

Lifeline Book Fair - Brookvale

Lifeline’s Book Fair returns to Brookvale this July, offering thousands of pre-loved books, music, games and more, with every purchase helping fund local crisis support and suicide prevention services.
St Augustine's College Federal Parade Brookvale
Community Group
Sat 4 Jul
9.00 AM - 3.00 PM
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Reuse and Recycling Event

Drive and drop off your old and unwanted items for reuse and recycling.
Aquatic Reserve carpark, 1 Aquatic Drive Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events
Sat 4 Jul
10.30 AM - 1.00 PM
Fixery Repair

The Fixery

The Fixery is your go-to destination for having your favourite items repaired. Volunteers will try to fix what you can carry in - free of charge!
The Lounge, Cromer Community Centre, 150 Fisher Road North Cromer
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 4 Jul
11.00 AM - 12.00 PM
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Arts and Creativity Grants Information Session

If you'd like to discuss the grant program and how to apply, join us for an Information Session, in-person at Manly Art Gallery and Museum.
Manly Art Gallery and Museum West Esplanade Manly
MAG&M Talks and Events, Art and Culture
Sat 4 Jul
7.00 PM - 11.00 PM
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Northern Composure Band Competition: Heat 1

Northern Composure Band Comp is back in 2025. Bands compete in heats and grand final to battle it out for huge prizes and their chance to perform in front of a panel of industry experts.
Mona Vale Memorial Hall Mona Vale
Council Events, Live music, Live Music, Art and Culture, Children and Families, Youth
Sun 5 Jul
9.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Bags to Riches

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, Waste Reduction Events, Youth Week, Environment and Sustainability, Markets
Sun 5 Jul
11.00 AM - 2.00 PM
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Celebrate NAIDOC 2026 - 50 Years Deadly

Join the celebrations marking 50 Years of Deadly with a day of culture, community and connection at the Narrabeen Tramsheds.
Tramshed Community Centre, 1395A Pittwater Road, Narrabeen
Council Events, First Nations, Live Music, Art and Culture, Children and Families, NAIDOC Week, Youth