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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.
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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.
Mon 23 Dec
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Christmas Kids on the Coast
It’s the festive season at the Coastal Environment Centre!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Children and Families, Council Events, CEC Events, Christmas, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Environment and Sustainability
Mon 23 Dec
Thu 30 Jan
School Holiday Inflatable Fun and Diving Boards!
Get ready for some serious summer fun on our giant inflatable and diving boards!
Warringah Aquatic Centre, 1 Aquatic Drive Frenchs Forest
Aquatic
Sun 29 Dec
8.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Cardboard walk-in collection day
Residents are invited to bring in their clean dry cardboard to Dee Why Children's Centre car park for recycling
Dee Why Children's Centre car park, 72 Fisher Road Dee Why
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events, Environment and Sustainability
Tue 31 Dec
9.00 PM - 9.30 PM
New Year's Eve - Dee Why
Northern Beaches Council presents the 9pm New Year's Eve family fireworks at Dee Why Beach
Ted Jackson Reserve, The Strand Dee Why
Council Events, New Year's Eve
Tue 31 Dec
9.00 PM - 9.30 PM
New Year's Eve - Frenchs Forest
Northern Beaches Council presents the 9pm New Year's Eve family fireworks at Frenchs Forest
Lionel Watts Reserve, Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, New Year's Eve
Tue 31 Dec
9.00 PM - 9.30 PM
New Year's Eve - Manly
The Manly fireworks at 9pm are presented by Manly Wharf, Felons Manly, Manly Pavilion and Queen Chow with support from Northern Beaches Council.
East Esplanade Manly
New Year's Eve
Tue 31 Dec
Wed 1 Jan
New Year's Eve - Bayview
The Bayview fireworks at 9pm and midnight are presented by The Newport.
Mona Street Mona Vale
New Year's Eve
Fri 3 Jan
5.00 PM - 9.00 PM
World Food Markets - Freshwater
The World Food Markets is a local community event with food trucks, and live music.
Freshwater Beach Park Freshwater
Live Music, Children and Families, Council Events, World Food Markets, Music and Dance, Special Events, Youth
Mon 6 Jan
10.00 AM - 10.45 AM
School Holiday STEM Corner at Dee Why
Drop-in to the library these school holidays to explore the range of STEM activities.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Mon 6 Jan
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Code4Fun - Scratch Beginner Class at Manly
Want to learn how to code your own app or game? Whether you're brand new to coding or have some experience, we have the workshop for you! Ages 7 to 12
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Mon 6 Jan
Fri 31 Jan
School Holiday Inflatable Fun
Get ready for some serious summer fun on our Indoor and Outdoor Inflatables.
Manly Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Aquatic Centre, 1 Kenneth Rd, North Manly NSW 2095 Frenchs Forest
Aquatic
Mon 6 Jan
11.00 AM - 11.45 AM
School Holiday STEM Corner at Dee Why
Drop-in to the library these school holidays to explore the range of STEM activities.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Mon 6 Jan
4.00 PM - 7.00 PM
Alcohol & Drugs Workshop and Bubble Soccer
Come down and gain some awareness on the effects of alcohol & drugs, and show us what you got with your bubble soccer skills.
Dee Why PCYC 40 Kingsway Dee Why
Community Group, Health and Wellbeing, Youth
Tue 7 Jan
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Manly
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create!
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 8 Jan
Sun 12 Jan
In the Language of Form
The Language of Form presents the sculptural work of artist Kitty Silver. The Language of Form explores the expression of intangible feelings through sculpture of the human form.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Curl Curl Creative Space, Exhibitions
Wed 8 Jan
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Superstars of STEM talk
Curious about STEM? Guest speakers from The Superstars of STEM will focus on our backyard helpers, lady beetles. Aimed at primary school ages.
Forestville Library, 6 Darley Street Forestville
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 8 Jan
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Dee Why
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create!
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 8 Jan
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Glen Street
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create!
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 9 Jan
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
School Holiday Crafternoons at Mona Vale
These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create!
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 9 Jan
5.00 PM - 9.00 PM
Art Up Late: Sydney Festival 2025
Soak up fresh perspectives with talks, deep dive into the art with our curators, and explore The Water Understands exhibition with live music and a refreshing glass.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, Experiences and Performances, MAG&M Talks and Events