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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 23 Jul
Sun 27 Jul
Susie Dureau Portrait Photo by Renate Rienmueller

Twenty-Six Seconds at Eramboo

Twenty-Six Seconds presents a collaborative exhibition led by contemporary artist Susie Dureau exploring the Earths rhythms though immersive and sensory artworks.
Eramboo Gallery 304 Mccarrs Creek Rd Terrey Hills
Art and Culture, Exhibitions
Wed 23 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
illustrations of peoples silhouettes

Local Author: Bruce Mitchell

Join local author Bruce Mitchell as he introduces Ben Laidlaw and the Smiling Corpse, the first in his Ben Laidlaw series of three murder mystery novellas.
Glen Street Library, Cnr Glen Street and Blackbutts Road Frenchs Forest
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Wed 23 Jul
3.45 PM - 4.30 PM
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aMAZEing Algorithms for Kids at Mona Vale

Join us for aMAZEing Algorithms workshops in the lead up to our Science Fair! Suitable for Kids 8 to 12 years old.
Forestville Library 6 Darley Street Forestville
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning
Thu 24 Jul
1.00 PM - 3.00 PM
pig, moneybox, money

Age Pension Information Session at Warringah Mall Library

Learn about age pension support for older Australians at our free information session presented by Services Australia.
Warringah Mall Library, Shop 650/145 Old Pittwater Rd Brookvale
Council Events, Education and Learning, Library Government Services Series, Seniors
Thu 24 Jul
2.00 PM - 4.00 PM
A hand holding a house cutout with sunset shining through a sun sillouette

Solar and Energy Roadshow at Manly Library

Drop in to Manly Library and learn how to reduce your energy bill with Council's Sustainability team.
Manly Library 1 Market Lane Manly
Sustainability information session, Council Events, Solar events, Education and Learning, Environment and Sustainability, Library Government Services Series, Seniors, Solar Roadshow
Thu 24 Jul
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
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Weaving Stories Buuja Buuja Celebration

Participant weaves from the Weaving Stories 2025 program will contribute to a public event and exhibition at Curl Curl Creative Space in July 2025.
105 Abbott Rd North Curl Curl
Art and Culture, Weaving Bridges, Curl Curl Creative Space, Exhibitions
Fri 25 Jul
5.30 PM - 7.00 PM
Open Mic Night performer

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 26 Jul
10.00 AM - 2.00 PM
Zine Fair

Zine Fair

Browse zines, comics and artist books by local and international artists and zine-makers at the 16th annual Northern Beaches Zine Fair. Be inspired and attend free, drop-in workshops for all ages.
Manly Library, 1 Market Lane Manly
Art and Culture, Council Events, Education and Learning, Youth
Sat 26 Jul
Sun 27 Jul

Cats, Dogs & Birds. Works on Paper.

A playful celebration of paws, claws and feathers in print — join us for Cats, Dogs & Birds, our upcoming in-studio exhibition at Warringah Printmakers.
Warringah Printmakers Studio Cnr Lovett & Condamine St Manly Vale
Art and Culture, Community Group, Open Studios, Exhibitions
Sun 27 Jul
8.00 AM - 4.00 PM
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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
Sun 27 Jul
10.00 AM - 2.00 PM
Freshwater Beach sand dunes planting

Freshwater Dune Planting

Join us on National Tree Day to plant out Freshwater sand dune.

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Council Events, Environment and Sustainability
Mon 28 Jul
2.00 PM - 3.00 PM
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Archibald Mosman with Dimity Mortensen

Join local author Dimity Mortensen as she discusses her newest biography, Archibald Mosman: The Field of the faithful Man.
Manly Library, 1 Market Place Manly
Council Events, Authors Talk, Seniors
Tue 29 Jul
Wed 30 Jul

Proveda Compassionate Connector Training

As a Compassionate Connector you will emotionally support and help build social networks for people living with a life limiting illness.
11-13 The Boulevarde Newport
Community Group, Education and Learning
Wed 30 Jul
3.45 PM - 4.30 PM
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aMAZEing Algorithms for Kids at Forestville

Join us for aMAZEing Algorithms workshops in the lead up to our Science Fair! Suitable for Kids 8 to 12 years old.
Forestville Library 6 Darley Street Forestville
Children and Families, Council Events, Education and Learning
Thu 31 Jul
10.30 AM - 12.30 PM
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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 31 Jul
3.30 PM - 6.00 PM
Man and woman laying wood panel flooring in a house

Tools of the Trade: stepping up

Ready to grow? Let’s talk next steps. If you're ready to hire, scale or plan ahead, this session is for you.
Tramshed Arts and Community Centre, 1395a Pittwater Road Narrabeen
Tools of the Trade
Thu 31 Jul
6.00 PM - 8.00 PM
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Launch 2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize

Join 2025 judge Keinton Butler and the finalists in the Environmental Art & Design Prize for the announcement of the 2025 awards.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M Talks and Events
Fri 1 Aug
Sun 14 Sep
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2025 Environmental Art & Design Prize

1 Aug - 14 Sept 2025. The annual Environmental Art & Design Prize showcases innovative and thought-provoking works that explore the theme of the environment.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum, 1a West Esplanade Manly
Art and Culture, Collective for Environmental Art & Design, Council Events, MAG&M future exhibition