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Saturday 31st July 2010
Sydney
Biennale of Sydney
Australia’s largest celebration and showcase of local and international contemporary art, this year’s Biennale of Sydney is titled ‘The Beauty of Distance: Songs of Survival in a Precarious Age’. The seventeenth Biennale of Sydney will draw artists and their works from all corners of the globe including Egypt, Lebanon, Finland, Turkey, Japan and the US. Prepare to be challenged, thought-provoked and inspired by the exhibition and program of special events, public tours, artist talks, film screenings and international guest lecturers across Sydney.
Various venues throughout Sydney
Wednesday 12th May – 1st August
2pm
FREE
Tel: (02) 9368 1411
National Tree Day
Give something back to the environment you live in and plant a native on National Tree Day. Coordinated by Planet Ark, National Tree Day is Australia’s biggest tree-planting event. Head to Sydney Park for a morning of tree planting and other fun and educational events including composting demonstrations, a live native animal show and a tasty organic sausage sizzle.
Sydney Park
Sydney Park Rd, St Peters
Sunday 1st August
10:30am- 12:30pm
Tel: 1300 88 5000
Sydney International Boat Show 2010
Boaties and landlubbers alike will be inspired by the incredible nautical display at this year’s Sydney International Boat Show 2010. With over 250 exhibitors, you’ll find everything from the latest fishing equipment to the most dazzling of yachts and speed boats on display in a specially built marina in Cockle Bay. Highlights include celebrity guest Jessica Watson, imparting tales of her incredible solo global navigation, the Fishing Clinic and the not-to-be-taken-too-seriously Boat Building Competition! Go online to purchase discounted early bird tickets.
Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre and Cockle Bay Marina
Darling Harbour
Thursday 29th July - Monday 2nd August
10am - 6pm (Marina) / 8pm (Halls)
Cost: Adults $16.50^, Child $9.50 (U5’s FREE), Concession $17.50, Family (2 X Adults & 3
Children) $38^
Tel: (02) 9438 2077
West Side Story
One of the greatest musicals ever conceived, West Side Story features an unforgettable musical score and a love story based on Shakespeare's timeless Romeo and Juliet. Don’t miss the Australian production of this theatrical classic, at Star City’s Lyric Theatre, featuring an all-Australian cast and an orchestra of nineteen.
Lyric Theatre
Star City Casino, Pyrmont
Thursday 1st July - Thursday 12th August
Tuesday - Saturday 8pm, Wednesday 1pm, Saturday 2pm & Sunday 3pm
Cost: Adults $90^
Tickets/Bookings: Ticketmaster on 136100, OR www.tickemaster.com.au
Discover Da Vinci Secrets
If there is one outstanding Da Vinci exhibition you must see... this is it!
For a short time only, the world class touring exhibition Da Vinci Secrets ‘Anatomy to Robots’ seeks to bring the 500 year old stunningly diverse imaginings of Leonardo Da Vinci to life showcasing in excess of 90 exhibits.
Based on Da Vinci’s original codices and revealing in some cases, for the very first time, his brilliant revelations of life, death, nature and motion - from the gruesome to the divine.
Featuring incredibly life like anatomical models, life size interactive automatons... Da Vinci’s fifteenth century robot, beautiful reproductions of famous paintings, original frescos by a modern day Florentine fresco master that include the recreation and work-in-progress of The Last Supper and the Battle of Anghiari - known for 500 years as the ‘Lost Leonardo’.
Sydney Town Hall
Druitt Street Entrance
20th May - 2nd August
10am - 6pm daily
Ph: (02) 9873 0117
Free entry
Jeans for Genes Day
Skinny, straight or flared, don your jeans on Jeans for Genes Day. Not just an excuse to wear your fave jeans, Jeans for Genes day is a fun annual charity event that helps raise much needed funds for the Children's Medical Research Institute. So slip on those jeans and don’t forget to purchase a badge, make a donation on the day or head to the website to purchase some funky Jeans for Genes gear and for info on related events!
Friday 6th August
Tel: 1800 GENIES (436 437)
Country and Regional Living Expo
Dreaming of a sea or tree change but not sure what you’re in for? Why not head to the Country and Regional Living Expo to explore an alternative lifestyle to the one you’re currently living. Meet people from different communities who will be there to share their experiences of life in the country. You’ll also find plenty of exhibits that will give you valuable insight into the various regional and country communities that could be your new home. Don’t miss The Big Country Breakfast, cooked by politicians, at the Parramatta Railway Station from 6am on Friday 6th .
Rosehill Gardens Grand Pavillion
James Ruse Drive, Rosehill
Friday 6th – Sunday 8th August
Tel: (02) 6771 5633
FREE
Gluten Free Expo
Coeliac’s and gluten intolerants will find plenty of cooking ideas and new products at the annual Gluten Free Expo at Sydney Olympic Park. Expect tastings, cooking demos by chefs including “The Healthy Chef” Teresa Cutter, seminars and more.
Sydney Showground
Sydney Olympic Park
Friday 6th & Saturday 7th August
Friday- 4pm- 8pm
Saturday- 9am-5pm
FREE
Sydney Design 2010
Experience and explore the many facets of contemporary design at Sydney Design 2010. Featuring over 70 events and activities, highlights include international speaker and architect Giovanna Castiglioni, the Young Blood: Designers Market and a retrospective exhibition of influential Australian fashion photographer Bruno Benini’s photographs at the Powerhouse Museum.
Powerhouse Museum and other venues across Sydney
Saturday 31st July - Sunday 15th August
10am – 5pm
FREE & ticketed events
Tel: (02) 9217 0111
Regional
WAGGA Craftalive 2010
Get crafty at the WAGGA Craftalive 2010! You’ll find everything you need to whip up all manner of handicrafts including needlework supplies and fabrics. They’ll also be designer clothing & jewellery and body care products, woodworking & craft demonstrations and kids craft activities.
Kyeamba Smith Hall- Wagga Showgrounds
Bourke Street, Wagga
Friday 30th July – Sunday 1st August
Friday & Saturday- 10am- 5pm
Sunday- 10am- 4pm
Cost: Adults $7.50, Seniors $7.00, Children U16 FREE
Byron Bay Writers Festival 2010
Meet some of your favourite Australian authors at the annual Byron Bay Writers Festival 2010. Expect workshops, literary lunches, film screenings, theatre, book launches, interviews and panel discussions. You’ll even find the odd international guest at this unique literary event including Bret Easton Ellis, author of cult classic American Psycho here to promote his new book Imperial Bedrooms. Head to the website for the full program and to purchase tickets.
Friday 6th – Sunday 8th August
Tel: (02) 6685 5115
Cost: Adults $95^, Students & NRWC Members $80^, Child (6-16 years) $25^
www.byronbaywritersfestival.com.au
Thredbo Top 2 Bottom race
Experience the thrill of Thredbo’s annual Top To Bottom race. Whether you’re a competitor or a spectator, Australia's longest downhill race is sure to excite with over $18,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs! Entry is open to professional and amateur skiers and snowboarders. Go online to enter.
The Supertrail, Thredbo
Saturday 7th August
6:30am- 8:30am
11am - 3pm
The Australian Science Festival
Who says science is just for geeks! The Australian Science Festival will present over 50 exciting and educational science events including An Evening with Dr Karl, Australia’s wackiest scientist, the Science of Poker which examines players micro expressions, A Geek is Chic Day where you can get dressed up and explore the science of gaming & science fiction. Check out the website for the full program of events.
Various venues around Canberra
Monday 2nd – Sunday 15th August
Tel: (02) 6205 0588
FREE & ticketed events
Fireside Festival
Get toasty at the Fireside Festival, the nation’s capital’s annual winter celebration. This month long event spans 25 venues and includes food, wine and arts experiences. Highlights include the Muscat Blending Masterclass, Wine, Wisdom & Woodfired Pizza & the Burning of the Totems- bonfire dinner and drinks.
Various venues around Canberra
Sunday 1st – Sunday 29th August
FREE & ticketed events
Tel: 1300 554 114
Family friendly
Bankstown Bites
Head west to experience one of Sydney’s most multicultural foodie destinations at Bankstown Bites. Highlights of this fabulous food festival include guided food tours, celebrity chefs doing cooking demos and enough food to feed an army! A free Bankstown Bites Food Lovers Guide will ensure you return to this fascinating suburb for more culinary adventures after the festival is over.
Bankstown City Plaza
Corner Restwell Street and South Terrace, Bankstown
Saturday 31st July
10am - 4pm
FREE
Moocooboola Festival
For a great community festival, check out the Moocooboola Festival in Hunters Hill. Running since 1979, the festival is a great day out for all the family. This year’s highlights include the hilarious dog show, market bazaar and the Australian Abba tribute show Abbalanche. Don’t miss the Grand Parade led by the stirring sounds of the Clan McCleod Pipe Band.
Boronia Park Ovals 1 & 2
Park St, Hunters Hill
Sunday 1st August
9.30am- 4.30pm
Tel: (02) 9879 9400
FREE
SHARK HQ at Sydney Aquarium
Get up close and personal with one of the most feared animals on the planet at the awesome new interactive exhibit SHARK HQ at Sydney Aquarium. See the world’s largest animatronic Great White Shark, view never before seen shark footage and scientific research and watch swim with the shark demos and hand feeding demos.
Sydney Aquarium, Aquarium Pier
Saturday 3rd July – Saturday 25th September
9am – 8pm
Tel: (02) 8251 7800
Cost: Adults $34.99, Child $17.99
www.sydneyaquarium.myfun.com.au
Sport & Recreation
Get behind the Sydney Swans as they take on the Geelong Cats in Round 18 of the AFL Toyota Premiership. Join the red and white army and help send those cats home south with their tales between their legs!
ANZ Stadium
Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park
Saturday 31st July
7.10pm
Cost: Adults $20^, Child $8^, Family $40^, Concession $12^
Tickets/Bookings: Ticketek - 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
WWE Smackdown
See all the stars of world wrestling live at the WWE Smackdown! Bringing it’s 9th consecutive show to Australian shores, the WWE Smackdown will feature world class wrestlers and performers including the Undertaker, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Jack Swagger, The Big Show, Christian, Matt Hardy, Cody Rhodes, Kofi Kingston, Drew McIntyre, Beth Phoenix, Michelle McCool, Kelly Kelly and more.
Acer Arena
Olympic Boulevard
Sydney Olympic Park
Saturday 31st July
7.15pm
Cost: $50^
Tickets/Bookings: Ticketek - 132 849 or www.ticketek.com.au
Sydney 2010 Festival of Football
The world cup may be over but football fever is alive and well in Sydney, as proved by the upcoming Sydney 2010 Festival of Football. This inaugural sporting event will see Sydney FC test their football skills against three European super clubs, including the Blackburn Rovers, Glasgow Rangers and AEK Athens FC, in six round-robin matches held over three days.
Sydney Football Stadium, Sydney
Sunday 25th, Wednesday 28th & Saturday 31st July
Wednesday- 6pm & 8.15pm
Saturday- 5pm & 7.15pm
Cost: Adults, Child (4-15 years) & Concession $29^
Tickets/Bookings: Ticketek on 132 849 OR www.ticketek.com.au
Markets
Cobbitty Village Markets
Experience a true country market day with 100 stalls selling an exciting range of craft, gourmet foods, and local produce. Sit, relax, and enjoy a delicious BBQ breakfast or lunch, devonshire teas, and a variety of gourmet delicacies.
On the 1st Saturday of each month (excluding January & February)
Open 8am – 1pm
Telephone: 0438 512 728
Heritage Craft Fair
A range of Australian Hand Craft products on offer, as well as a growers market with fresh Organic products.
1st Sunday of the Month, 9am-3pm
St Ives Showground, Mona Vale Rd, St Ives
Bondi Beach Community Night Market
Roscoe St Mall, Campbell Parade Bondi Beach
Every Saturday and Sunday, 12pm-12am
Balmain Market
Grounds of St Andrews Congregational Church, Cnr Darling St and Curtis Rd, Balmain
Every Saturday, 8.30am-4pm
EQ Village Markets
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Every Wednesday and Saturday, 10am- 3.30pm
Eveleigh Farmers’ Market
Eveleigh Market is an undercover traditional, authentic weekly Saturday Farmers’ Market which is held on Saturdays, 8am to 1pm, in the heritage-listed Eveleigh Market, Sydney’s only custom-renovated ‘rain, hail, shine’ market venue. It features a vast array of seasonal fresh and value-added produce including organic, bio dynamic foods from farmers and artisan food producers across New South Wales. The array of farm produce will encompass seasonal fruit and vegetables, nuts, organic pasta, free-range pork, artisan cheese, other dairy foods, and baked goods.
The Eveleigh Artisans’ Arts & Craft Market
A vibrant Sunday monthly art and crafts market that showcases a diverse and exciting collection of high quality painting, sculpture, design, furniture, photography, ceramics, glass, home wares, craft, toys, and Indigenous artwork created by local and emerging artists and designers.
Fairfield City Markets
Fairfield Showground
Smithfield Rd, Prairiewood
Every Saturday, 9am-4pm
Hide & Seek Market
Hide & Seek Market is a new baby & kids market in Kellyville and offers quirky and funky products for kids and babies including stylish clothing, cute bedroom decorations, handcrafted softies, stylish quilts, designer linen, vintage inspired creations and much more!
Wrights Rd Reserve & Community Centre
Corner Harrington Ave & Wrights Rd
Markets open 10am - 3pm.
Market dates:
Sunday 25th July
Sunday 22nd August
Sunday 26th September
Sunday 24th October
Sunday 21st November
Sunday 19th December
hideandseekmarket.blogspot.com
Manly Farmers Market
Short St Plaza
Every Saturday 9am-1pm
Organics Food & Farmers Market
Chatswood Public School, Pacific Highway, Chatswood
Every Saturday, 8am-1pm
Parramatta Farmers Market
Church St Mall, Parramatta
Every Saturday, 8am-1pm
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Please note: All events are subject to change without notice. Check with the organiser close to the date for confirmation.
Contact us: If you have an event you want published on Sydney Weekender's What's On page, send us an email at sydneyweekendertv@gmail.com and let us know. |
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