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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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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.
Wed 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
Wed 31 Dec
9.00 PM - 9.30 PM
New Year's Eve - Manly
The Manly Cove fireworks are proudly presented by Manly Wharf with support from Northern Beaches Council.
East Esplanade Manly
Council Events, New Year's Eve
Thu 8 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Into the Wild
Uncover the wonders of our bushland, create habitats and learn all about wildlife big and small.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Fri 9 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Survivor
Learn what it takes to survive in the wild!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Fri 9 Jan
7.30 PM - 10.00 PM
Three Little Words
A play from Australia's premier playwright about what can happen to a friendship group when one couple's relationship shatters.
North Narrabeen Community Centre, 2-10 Woorarra Ave North Narrabeen
Mon 12 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Fossil Fun
Step into the shoes of a paleontologist and uncover ancient secrets hidden in the rocks!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 13 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Build it, Fly it, Float it
Let your imagination take flight as you become an engineer, architect and inventor of your own floating and flying contraptions.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 14 Jan
9.00 AM - 4.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Entomology Explorers
Creep and crawl your way into the world of insects, arachnids, and molluscs!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Thu 15 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Rock Platform Explorers
Adventure on the rock platform! Join our expert guides to uncover the wonders of rock pools, discovering crabs, sea stars, anemones and more.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Fri 16 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Junior Marine Biology
Calling all ocean explorers! Learn how scientists study marine ecosystems and get inspired by the wonders beneath the waves.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Mon 19 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Ocean Edge Adventure
Splash into adventure! Explore the vibrant ecosystems of rock platforms and lagoons.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 20 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Nature Detectives
Ready to uncover the secrets of the wild?
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Wed 21 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Awesome Eco Art
Get creative with nature! This is a hands-on day of creativity where the bush and beach become your art studio.
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Thu 22 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Sizzling Summer Science
We’re turning up the heat on this Sizzling Summer Science Day!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Fri 23 Jan
10.00 AM - 3.00 PM
Kids on the Coast - Beach and Beyond
Join us for a day of fun and adventure to wrap up the school holidays!
Coastal Environment Centre, Pelican Path, Lake Park Road North Narrabeen
Council Events, CEC Events, Kids on the Coast School Holiday Program, Youth Week, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, School Holidays, Youth
Tue 27 Jan
Tue 30 Jun
Life Drawing Studio 2026: MAG&M
Get creative at our fortnightly life drawing sessions in the inspiring surrounds of the Gallery.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, Workshops and Talks, Life Drawing, MAG&M Talks and Events, Art and Culture, Education and Learning
Fri 30 Jan
10.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Eco Workshop – Composting 101
Everything you could possibly want to know about how to successfully run a compost system.
1 Kimbriki Road Ingleside
Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 31 Jan
1.00 PM - 4.00 PM
Wild Projects for Families - Marine Exploration
Dive into the world beneath the waves! Become marine explorers for a day as your family takes on ocean-themed challenges, discovers fascinating sea life, and learns how marine scientists uncover the secrets of the deep.
Pelican Path - Coastal Environment Centre North Narrabeen
Wild Projects (CEC), Council Events, CEC Events, Aquatic, Children and Families, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability
Sat 31 Jan
1.30 PM - 4.00 PM
Bonsai Studio & Counterpoint Conversation at MAG&M
Be part of an immersive afternoon with expert bonsai artist Michael Kempson and Counterpoint Conversations.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Council Events, Experiences and Performances, MAG&M Talks and Events, Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design
Sun 1 Feb
7.00 AM - 12.00 PM
Cole Classic Swim
The world's biggest ocean swim is back, and entries for the 2026 Cole Classic are officially open.
Manly Beach South Steyne Manly
Community Group, Health and Wellbeing