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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

Tue 15 Apr
10.00 AM - 11.00 AM
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STEM Lego Workshop at Glen Street

Join us these school holidays for STEM lego workshops. Suitable for children aged 8 to 12 years old.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road, Frenchs Forest
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Tue 15 Apr
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
Painting of two figures reaching into tree with white dove

Kids School Holiday Workshop: Storytelling Collage

This workshop will take budding young artists on a playful exploration of ideas drawn from everyday life.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum 1A West Esplanade Manly
School Holiday Creative Workshop, Art and Culture, Children and Families, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 15 Apr
2.00 PM - 5.00 PM

I Am Grounded

Relax, breathe, and find your inner calm.
59 Old Barrenjoey Road Avalon Beach
Youth Week, Youth
Tue 15 Apr
2.30 PM - 3.15 PM
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aMAZEing Algorithms for Teens at Warringah Mall

Join us these school holidays for aMAZEing Algorithms workshops! Suitable for Teens 13 to 16 years old.
Warringah Mall Library Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Road Brookvale
Council Events, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 15 Apr
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
craft materials displayed on a table

School Holiday Crafternoons at Manly

These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Manly Library, 1 Market Ln Manly
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Apr
1.00 PM - 7.00 PM

I Am Cinematic

Grab some popcorn and settle in for an epic movie marathon! Presented by Beaches Youth Hub
59 Old Barrenjoey Road Avalon Beach
Youth Week, Youth
Wed 16 Apr
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Handprints made from different coloured paints

Author Story Time and Art with Nawras Jabbar

Join author and artist Nawras Jabbar as she leads a special author event, sharing her 11 year refugee journey with a book reading and art activity. Aimed at children aged 4 to 7 years.
Warringah Mall Library, level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Authors Talk, Education and Learning, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Apr
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
craft materials displayed on a table

School Holiday Crafternoons at Warringah Mall

These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, 145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Apr
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
craft materials displayed on a table

School Holiday Crafternoons at Glen Street

These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and, Blackbutts Rd Frenchs Forest
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Wed 16 Apr
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
craft materials displayed on a table

School Holiday Crafternoons at Dee Why

These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old with an accompanying parent or guardian.
Dee Why Library, 725 Pittwater Rd Dee Why
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 17 Apr
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM
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Gather at the Gallery: Bubs

Enjoy a tour of our exhibitions followed by a cozy play session, coffee and conversation.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events
Thu 17 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Survivor shelter building activity

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
Galmatic Car maintenance workshop

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
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
People standing holding mobile devices

Government digital support sessions at Warringah Mall

Learn how to access various Government services like Medicare, MyGov, Aged Care and more with Services Australia
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Disability, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 17 Apr
1.00 PM - 2.30 PM
Galmatic Car maintenance workshop

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
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
craft materials displayed on a table

School Holiday Crafternoons at Mona Vale

These school holidays let your imagination and creativity loose in the library and see what you can create! Ages 8 to 12 years old.
Mona Vale Library, 1 Park St Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Children and Families, Council Events, Library School Holiday Programs, School Holidays
Thu 17 Apr
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Female singer with microphone and guitar

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, Library School Holiday Programs, Music and Dance, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 22 Apr
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
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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