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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.
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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.
Wed 29 Jul
10.00 AM - 1.00 PM
Northern Beaches Community Aged Care Expo
Join us at the Northern Beaches Community Aged Care Expo to connect with local services, explore support options and discover resources to help you or your loved ones age well within the community.
Dee Why RSL 932 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Education and Learning, Seniors
Sat 1 Aug
8.00 AM - 10.30 AM
Special Olympics DY Polar Plunge
Take the Plunge to help support Northern Beaches athletes with intellectual disabilities and/or autism to reach their potential.
Dee Why Beach Rockpool Dee Why
Health and Wellbeing
Sat 1 Aug
9.45 AM - 12.00 PM
The Saturday Swap
Give your wardrobe a sustainable refresh at The Saturday Swap, where pre-loved pieces become new favourites.
Berry Hall, Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, 1395A Pittwater Road Narrabeen
Environment and Sustainability
Sat 1 Aug
10.30 AM - 1.00 PM
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 1 Aug
2.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Capture the Coast: Rock Platform Photography Workshop with Peter McGee
Join award‑winning underwater photographer Pete McGee for a hands‑on exploration of the North Narrabeen Rock Platform and Aquatic Reserve.
North Narrabeen Rock Platform Narrabeen Park Parade, North Narrabeen NSW 2101 Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, MEC Events, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Underwater photography workshop, Youth
Sat 1 Aug
6.00 PM - 10.00 PM
Let's Glow! Lifeline Trivia Night
Put on your brightest neon outfits, glitter, and glow accessories for our Glow Trivia Night—an evening filled with fun, laughter, and friendly competition!
Balgowlah Bowling Club 1427 Bareena Drive Balgowlah Heights
Sat 1 Aug
7.00 PM - 11.00 PM
Northern Composure Band Competition: FINAL
Bands battle it out in our final event and are in for some great prizes and their chance to perform in front of a panel of industry experts.
PCYC 40 Kingsway Dee Why
Council Events, Live music, Youth Week, Live Music, Art and Culture, Music and Dance, School Holidays, Youth
Sun 2 Aug
6.30 AM - 5.00 PM
The Bloody Long Walk Sydney North
Join the most stunning 35km walking challenge from Palm Beach to Manly!
Govenor Phillip Park Palm Beach
Health and Wellbeing, Sport and Recreation
Sun 2 Aug
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, Waste Reduction Events, Youth Week, Environment and Sustainability, Markets
Sun 2 Aug
3.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Beach Clean at Manly Beach
Join your community to chat about your environment and do a quick beach clean.
11 South Steyne (opposite Manly Grill) Manly Beach
Community Group, Environment and Sustainability
Wed 5 Aug
5.45 PM - 7.15 PM
Author Talk - Petronella McGovern
Petronella's latest book Every time she wakes
Room 2, Avalon Recreation Centre, 59A Old Barrenjoey Road Avalon
Thu 6 Aug
Thu 27 Aug
Seniors TouchPoints
Join us for this FREE community TouchPoints workshop - We all have a role to play in suicide prevention
Community Group, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing
Fri 7 Aug
9.30 AM - 12.30 PM
Northern Beaches Housing and Homelessness Interagency Event
You’re invited to morning tea to help us raise awareness and take action.
2/4 Jacksons Road Warriewood Community Centre Warriewood
Community Group
Fri 7 Aug
Sun 20 Sep
Northern Beaches Environmental Art and Design Prize — Art and Design categories
Discover innovative and thought-provoking works from our Art and Design finalists from across Australia.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, EADP, Art and Culture
Fri 7 Aug
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Members' & Volunteers’ Preview: 2026 Environmental Art & Design Prize
Enjoy morning coffee and first look at the 2026 Environmental Art & Design Prize art and design finalists exhibiting at Manly Art Gallery & Museum.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design
Fri 7 Aug
Sun 20 Sep
2026 Environmental Art & Design Prize
7 August – 20 September 2026. The Northern Beaches Environmental Art & Design Prize is one of Australia’s leading competitions for both art and design with an environmental focus.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, MAG&M future exhibition, Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design
Fri 7 Aug
Sun 20 Sep
Northern Beaches Environmental Art and Design Prize — Young Art and Design categories
Discover innovative and thought-provoking works from our Young Art and Design finalists from across Australia.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Road North Curl Curl
Council Events, EADP, Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space
Fri 7 Aug
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Launch 2026 Environmental Art & Design Prize
Join the 2026 judges and finalists of the Environmental Art & Design Prize as this year's award winners are announced.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events, Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design
Sun 9 Aug
8.00 AM - 5.00 PM
Garage Sales - Northern Beaches
Meet your neighbours, grab a bargain and help the environment too at a Northern Beaches garage sale.
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events, Environment and Sustainability
Sun 9 Aug
7.00 PM - 9.30 PM
The Songs of Dire Straits (the S.O.D.S.)
Expect a setlist packed with the anthems you know and love—from the storytelling brilliance of Sultans of Swing to the powerful drive of Money for Nothing.
1097 Pittwater Road Collaroy