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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

Thu 5 Dec
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
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Government digital support sessions at Glen Street

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 5 Dec
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
NDIS Connection day, showing profiles of different people

NDIS Connection Desk at Glen Street

Learn more about the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the options available to you and how to apply.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 5 Dec
5.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Christmas Choral Concert

Christmas Choral Concert 2024

Join us for your favourite Christmas carols performed by the Northern Beaches Orchestra, our Community Christmas Choir and local artists who will have you singing together all night long. As well as a visit from Santa himself!
Manly Oval Sydney Road & Belgrave Street Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Christmas, Music and Dance
Fri 6 Dec
9.30 AM - 11.30 AM
DV walk

Walk Against Violence

Walk from Queenscliff to Shelly Beach, to raise awareness and show support for those impacted by violence
Cameron Avenue (next to playground) Queenscliff
16 Days Of Activism, Health and Wellbeing
Fri 6 Dec
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
Coffee & Conversations Magic Moments

Coffee & Conversations - Magic Moments with Marine Life

View the amazing winning images in our Underwater Photography Exhibition 2024 and join us for Coffee and Conversations.
Manly Library, Level 2, Market Lane, Manly
Aquatic, Children and Families, Ocean Festival, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Fri 6 Dec
10.30 AM - 12.00 PM
Mini Kayak Tour

Mini Kayak Tour

Explore the highlights of North Harbour by kayak on our mini kayak tour.
Manly Kayak Centre, East Side Pier, East Esplanade, Manly
Aquatic, Children and Families, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Fri 6 Dec
4.00 PM - 8.00 PM
Art for The Ocean

Art for the Ocean

An Art Exhibition donating 10% of all sales to ORRCA - Ocean inspired artwork - Painting, drawing and sculpture.
Sugar House Studio Unit 2, 73 Winbourne Street, Brookvale
Aquatic, Art and Culture, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability, Exhibitions
Fri 6 Dec
4.00 PM - 5.00 PM
'Dancing Sea Slug' - Jack Fegan

Snaps & Snacks (12 - 18yrs)

Join us for a special viewing of the Underwater Photography Exhibition 2024 including winner of the ‘Underwater Youth Photographer of the Year 2024’.
Manly Library, Level 2, Market Lane, Manly
Aquatic, Exhibitions, Ocean Festival, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Youth
Sat 7 Dec
7.00 AM - 12.00 PM

Belrose Scouts Christmas Tree Sale

There is nothing like the scent and feel of a real live tree and it’s even better when it is purchased for a good cause from Scouting little helpers.
Wakehurst Public School 8 Glen Street Belrose
Sat 7 Dec
7.00 AM - 4.00 PM
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Christmas trees real and freshly cut

Have twice the impact this year and buy a real Christmas from Scouts. Your action will raises funds for your local kids and give you a real feeling of Christmas
89 Bennett St Curl Curl
Sat 7 Dec
8.00 AM - 11.00 AM
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Experience Freediving at Cabbage Tree Bay

Experience our beautiful Cabbage Tree Bay Aquatic Reserve on a single breath by joining our introduction to freediving session.
Shelly Beach Manly
Aquatic, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 7 Dec
9.00 AM - 12.00 PM
cromer park

Local Legends: Grand Stand Against Domestic Violence

Join us for a community-filled morning to stand together against domestic violence. Enjoy a BBQ breakfast, learn from local support groups and organisations, hear inspiring stories, and have fun with family-friendly activities and live entertainment.
120 S Creek Rd Cromer
16 Days Of Activism
Sat 7 Dec
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM
Stand Up Paddleboard

SUPBALL Taster Session

Ready for a splash of fun? Now’s your chance to experience the adrenaline-pumping game of SUPBALL!
Manly Kayak Centre, East Side Pier, East Esplanade, Manly
Aquatic, Children and Families, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 7 Dec
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM

Festive Freshie

Kick Start Christmas with some summer shopping and family entertainment
Lawrence Street Freshwater
Sat 7 Dec
Sun 8 Dec
Glass works by the coast

Glass Casting Sea Creatures

This is a unique opportunity to study with the artist in her studio by the sea, in an ocean inspired weekend workshop taking students on an intensive journey into the creative possibilities of kiln cast glass. This is a 2 Day Course.
30 Greycliffe St Queenscliff
Aquatic, Open Studios, Workshops and Talks, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 7 Dec
10.00 AM - 2.00 PM
Art for The Ocean

Art for the Ocean

An Art Exhibition donating 10% of all sales to ORRCA - Ocean inspired artwork - Painting, drawing and sculpture.
Sugar House Studio Unit 2, 73 Winbourne Street, Brookvale
Aquatic, Art and Culture, Ocean Festival, Environment and Sustainability, Exhibitions