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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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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 12 Aug
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Downsizing Information Session
Is your home becoming too hard to manage? Is your home becoming too hard to manage?
The Forest Hotel 5 Frenchs Forest Road, East Frenchs Forest
Tue 12 Aug
12.00 PM - 2.00 PM
Solar & Energy Roadshow - Tramshed Narrabeen
Drop in to the Tramshed and learn how to reduce your energy bill with Council’s Sustainability Team.
Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, 1395A Pittwater Road, Narrabeen
Sustainability information session, Children and Families, Council Events, Solar events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Seniors, Solar Roadshow
Tue 12 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Family History Workshop at Warringah Mall
Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Warringah Mall Library, Level 2, Shop 650 / 145 Old Pittwater Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 12 Aug
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Downsizing Information Session
Is your home becoming too hard to manage? Is your home becoming too hard to manage?
The Forest Hotel 5 Frenchs Forest Road, East Frenchs Forest
Wed 13 Aug
4.00 PM - 5.45 PM
hobbyspace with headspace at Manly
hobbyspace is a creative hub for young people to explore different forms of art and self expression mindfully hosted by headspace. Ages 12 to 25 years old.
Manly Library in the Shelly Room, 1 Market Place Manly
Art and Culture, Education and Learning, Health and Wellbeing, Youth
Thu 14 Aug
3.00 PM - 5.00 PM
Gather at the Gallery: Kids
Join us for a free after-school drop-in program where young artists can explore hands-on activities.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Gather, MAG&M, Art and Culture, Council Events, Workshops and Talks, MAG&M Talks and Events, Youth Week, Youth
Sat 16 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
Meet the Young Artists/Designers: 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize
A fast-moving opportunity to engage with the young artists and designers as you move around the gallery freely, listening to stories of inspiration and the creative process.
Mona Vale Creative Space Gallery, Civic Centre, 1 Park Street Mona Vale
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Sun 17 Aug
11.30 AM - 3.30 PM
Lifeline Pickleball Classic - Winter Edition
Dink, Smash, Sign Up!
Oxford Falls Racquet Club 1110 Oxford Falls Rd Oxford Falls
Mon 18 Aug
10.45 AM - 11.00 AM
Vietnam Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony
A simple 15 minute ceremony with the opportunity to lay a wreath or tribute if you wish.
Collaroy Beach Memorial Park Pittwater Road Collaroy Beach
Mon 18 Aug
10.50 AM - 12.00 PM
Vietnam Veterans Day Memorial Service
A day to commemorate those who served our country during the conflict in Vietnam and associated theatres, especially the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice.
Manly War Memorial, The Corso (outside Manly Town Hall) Manly
Council Events
Mon 18 Aug
3.30 PM - 4.30 PM
Local Children's Author Diane Schaffer & Illustrator Georgina Hart
Join local author Diane Schaffer and illustrator Georgina Hart as they share their children's book Turtle Bubbles.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Children and Families, Council Events, Authors Talk, Education and Learning
Tue 19 Aug
2.00 PM - 3.30 PM
Family History Workshop at Glen Street
Curious about your family history but not sure where to start? Join the Local History team as we celebrate National Family History Month with an introductory workshop.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Education and Learning, Seniors
Tue 19 Aug
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
NBYT Free Young Adult Writing Workshop
Join Northern Beaches Youth Theatre for a free young adult writing workshop!
PO BOX 304 NEWPORT
Wed 20 Aug
6.00 PM - 8.30 PM
Ocean by Sir David Attenborough, free community screening for all ages
A powerful, mesmerising cinematography, science and commentary by Sir Attenborough reveal that the most important place on the planet is not on land
Surfview Rd Mona Vale
Thu 21 Aug
9.00 AM - 10.00 AM
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
Gather, MAG&M, Art and Culture, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Thu 21 Aug
6.00 PM - 7.30 PM
CEAD Panel 2025: Art, Design, and the Future of Biodiversity
Join three of Australia’s leading environmental practitioners for a discussion and Q&A, moderated by Angus Dalton, science reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Fri 22 Aug
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night
Come along to perform or support the community's talent.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Youth Week, Seniors, Youth
Sat 23 Aug
8.00 AM - 4.00 PM
Polystyrene drop-off collection day
Residents are invited to bring rigid pieces of 100% clean, white and dry polystyrene packaging for recycling to Kimbriki Resource Recovery Centre.
Kimbriki Resource Recovery Centre, Kimbriki Road Ingleside/Terrey Hills
Council Events, Waste Reduction Events, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 23 Aug
10.00 AM - 2.00 PM
Open Day: International College of Management, Sydney
Come explore the castle at North Head, Manly, and learn about what it's like to study at the International College of Management, Sydney (ICMS).
151 Darley Rd Manly
Sat 23 Aug
1.30 PM - 3.30 PM
Rock Platform Discovery - Long Reef
Once the ocean retreats at low tide, an amazing world is uncovered for us to enjoy.
Anzac Avenue Fisherman's Beach Collaroy
Aquatic, Children and Families, CEC Events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability