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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 24 Nov
12.00 PM - 3.00 PM
16 days launch

Afternoon of Remembrance & Awareness

Join Northern Beaches Domestic Violence Network for a powerful afternoon event marking the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism campaign, a global movement to end gender-based violence.
Balgowlah Golf Club 506 Sydney Rd Balgowlah
16 Days Of Activism
Wed 26 Nov
Fri 12 Dec
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Jingle Beats

From Wednesday 26 November to Friday 12 December we're lighting up our town centres with live music to create a magical atmosphere for Christmas shoppers.
Council Events, Christmas
Wed 26 Nov
Sat 6 Dec
Penelope Blunsden 2025

Everywhere and Nowhere: Tracing Collective Memories

Everywhere and Nowhere: Tracing Collective Memories marks Penelope Blunsden's debut solo exhibition, a body of work exploring the ephemeral landscapes of memory and personal histories.
Curl Curl Creative Space 105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Curl Curl Creative Space, Exhibitions
Wed 26 Nov
6.30 PM - 8.00 PM
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Manly Dam Walks & Talks Series – Jenny Zvolanek, Powerful Owl Project

Manly Dam is a precious area of urban bushland that’s rich in biodiversity and beauty. Come along to hear why this local area is so special.
Manly Library Community Hall Market Lane Manly
Council Events, MEC Events, Manly Dam Series, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 27 Nov
7.30 PM - 9.30 PM
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Manly Dam Walks & Talks Series – Night Walk

Join our local guide for a memorable adventure with our Night Spotlighting Tour, where you’ll discover the hidden world of nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat.
Manly Dam, King St Manly Dam
Council Events, MEC Events, Manly Dam Series, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Thu 27 Nov
9.00 PM - 10.45 PM
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Turimetta Headland Night Sky Event

Have you ever looked at the night sky and marveled? Curious about planets and moons, stars and constellations? Come and star gaze with us and the volunteers from the Northern Sydney Astronomical Society as they share their knowledge and their telescopes with us.
Peal Place Warriewood
CEC Events, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Health and Wellbeing
Fri 28 Nov
9.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Ceramics

Ceramic Art Exhibition & Market

Looking for unique and beautiful Christmas gifts? Come explore a stunning range of handcrafted ceramic ware — including bowls, platters, mugs, sculptures, vases, and even quirky penguins!
Twist Cafe, Shop 1/23 Howard Ave Dee Why
Sat 29 Nov
Sun 14 Dec
Barrenjoey Artwalk

Barrenjoey Artwalk 2025

This summer, Avalon Village explodes with colour and creativity for the Barrenjoey Artwalk - a vibrant celebration of art, community and coastal life on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Avalon Village center Avalon
Art and Culture, Community Group, Exhibitions
Sat 29 Nov
9.00 AM - 3.00 PM
EV Roadshow

Solar and Energy Roadshow at Manly Beachfront

Drop in to Manly Beachfront and learn about EV charging and how to reduce your energy bill with Council.
South Steyne Beach (Opposite Corso) Manly
Council Events, Workshops and Talks, Solar events, Sustainability information session, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Seniors, Solar Roadshow, Special Events
Sat 29 Nov
5.00 PM - 8.00 PM
The Metal Space

Christmas Market at The Metal Space

We are looking forward to welcome you to our creative home and show you what we made!
The Metal Space 8/505 Pittwater Road Brookvale
Christmas, Art and Culture, Markets
Sun 30 Nov
5.00 AM - 7.30 AM
Scott McGale

Sunrise at Manly Photography Course

Come along to a Shooting Sunrise @ Manly is a fabulous short photography course for Smartphones and DSLR cameras.
South Steyne, Shelter near Wentworth Street Manly
MEC Events, Ocean Festival, Art and Culture, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sun 30 Nov
7.00 AM - 1.00 PM

Narrabeen High Car Boot Sale

Like a giant garage sale of 2nd hand clothes, toys, household items, sporting equipment, plants, etc.
10 Namona Street North Narrabeen
Community Group
Sun 30 Nov
Sun 7 Dec
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Underwater Photography Exhibition

Visit the Underwater Photography Exhibition at the Belgrave Cartel to view the winners and finalists for 2025.
Belgrave Cartel 6 Belgrave Street Manly
Council Events, Exhibitions, MEC Events, Ocean Festival, Aquatic, Environment and Sustainability, Exhibitions