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 In memory of war veterans |
Various locations Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 02 9255 1788 |
Beginning with the haunting notes of a bugle playing 'The Last Post' at dawn services across Sydney, Anzac Day is a time when Australia stops and reflects on the service of Australia and New Zealand Army Corps troops. This public holiday (most shops are shut) is commemorated on the day itself, the main event being the parade beginning in George Street, in which returned servicemen and their relatives march in uniform before thousands of Sydneysiders who turn out rain, hail or shine to pay their respects. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Celebrate the arrival of the First Fleet |
Various locations Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 6120 0600 http://www.australiaday.gov.au info@australiaday.gov.au |
Commemorating the arrival the First Fleet at Sydney Cove on 26th January 1788, celebrations include the Australia Day Parade through the city streets and a concert, usually held in the Domain, featuring Australian artists and musicians. Award-giving ceremonies such as Australian of the Year and Young Australian of the Year are also a traditional part of the day. Australia Day is a public holiday, though many shops are open. It is always celebrated on the day itself rather than as part of a long weekend. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The other new year celebration |
Dixon Street (Chinatown) Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9265 9333 http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.go... |
Where else but the colourful chaos of Chinatown to herald the Chinese New Year? Complete with a street parade of dazzling lanterns and drums driving evil spirits away, this two day festival marks the beginning of Sydney's Chinese community's fifteen-day celebration, which starts with the New Moon on the first day of the new year. Do not miss the annual Dragon Boat Races held at Cockle Bay, Darling Harbour, when up to 100 crews compete for five cups. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Plenty of free entertainment |
Harbourside Amphitheatre (Darling Harbour) Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 02 9931 1111 |
Held during the Easter school holidays, the Darling Harbour Hoopla Fest is a surprise package full of magical illusions, aerial circus acts, trapeze stunts, aerial ballet, sway poles, juggling and sword balancing. There are also workshops that everyone can participate in, like learning to fly (with the help of a trapeze harness!). Buskers and street performers roam the forecourt of Darling Harbour during this colourful festival. Check local press for performance times. Most events are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come on and sing a-long |
Darling Harbour Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9240 8500 http://www.darlingharbour.com darlingharbour@shfa.nsw.gov.au |
Party Latin American-style at the Darling Harbour Fiesta, a colourful celebration Latin and Spanish music, dance, dance and more dance, food, entertainment, and samba parades. 500 of Australia's top Latin American bands and dancers get in on the act, and the tequilas and margaritas flow into the night. The action kicks off with a fireworks display on Friday night. Throughout the year, Darling Harbour plays host to a number of cultural festivals and this is one of its flamboyant best. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Annual Kite Festival |
Bondi Beach (Bondi) Sydney, NSW 2026 Australia +61 2 9130 3325 http://www.aks.org.au/ |
The annual Festival of the Winds sees Bondi's brilliant blue sky filled with kites in a rainbow-colored spectrum of shapes and sizes. Creations such as giant cartoon characters, airborne buildings and flying trains compete with more traditional kites, including sleek racing models built for high-altitude speed and precision ground control. Professional kite-fliers from all over the world (China is one of the best-represented nations) join in with locals and send their kites soaring. See their website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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All the fun of the fair and a taste fest |
Glebe Point Rd & St. Johns Rd (between Parramatta Rd & Bridge Rd) Sydney, NSW 2037 Australia +61 (0)2 9281 0024 http://www.epicattractions.com... gsf@epicattractions.com |
This mega festival could easily be called the Taste of Glebe considering it is all about food. It takes place on Glebe Point Road, one of Sydney's longest dining strips. There are restaurants lining the road shoulder to shoulder and once a year they take the cuisines to the streets for masses (more than 100,000) to sample. Add some arts and crafts, decorate the street a bit, throw in a few rides, have some buskers and clowns entertain the crowds and you have a genuine festival. Cuisine samples include Malaysian, Greek, Japanese, Lebanese, Italian and a ton of Thai. Wine sampling is also a big hit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Little Italy's big affair |
Norton Street (Leichhardt) Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 (0)2 9560 1674 |
With it's recently-opened Forum, including an open-air pallagio and Italian Cultural Centre, Leichhardt is the cultural Mecca for all things Italian. At its epicentre, Norton Street has dozens of authentic espresso bars and cafés serving the best foccacia, gelato and lattes this side of Rome. The cultural celebrations culminate at the Norton Street Festival, when local businesses take to the streets with food and wine stalls, street art, performers, musicians, puppets and (being Sydney) fireworks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One world for many people |
Various locations Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 6273 9200 http://www.austlii.edu.au/au/o... inquiries@reconciliation.org.au |
Framed by two dates that symbolise the Aboriginal quest for reconciliation, this week offers all Australians the chance to participate in a ceremonial gathering and associated fringe events and exhibitions. May 27 is the anniversary of the 1967 Referendum giving the Commonwealth the power to make laws for Aboriginal people. June 3 marks the anniversary of the High Court of Australia's judgement in the 1992 recognising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the original inhabitants of the continent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colourful & Risqué Festival |
College St (Parade start) (events take place at various locations) Sydney, NSW 2000 Australia +61 2 9568 8600 http://www.mardigras.org.au/ info@mardigras.org.au |
Forget Gay Paris - Gay Sydney is where it is at. Including an arts program of film, visual art, literature and performance, the festival's launch on the Opera House forecourt and the Fair Day in Victoria Park are just a few of the big draw cards each year. The main event is the parade on the final Saturday, when 8,000 glam, gorgeous and near naked bronzed bodies parade on floats through the streets of Sydney. See website for complete yearly details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Celebration of Australian Country Life |
1 Showground Road (Sydney Olympic Park) Sydney, NSW 2127 Australia +61 0(2) 9704 1111 http://www.eastershow.com.au |
The Sydney Royal Easter Show is the largest annual event in Australia, offering better-than-ever value, with 12 hours of non-stop action every day for 14 days. The Main Arena evening spectacular includes: the Sydney Royal Rodeo, one of Australia's richest rodeos, culminating in a brand-new Champion of Champions event; brand new manoeuvres from the Xtreme Korruption incorporating the Freestyle MotoX team, the Holden Stormriders and the Show's own Precision Horse Riding Team; and international sensation Lady Cannonball. Each night will end in a bang as the Fireworks Finale lights up the skies over Sydney Olympic Park. Around the grounds entertainment will include: brand new next generation extreme carnival rides; Australia's top fashion designers in The Shape Parades; the Coca-Cola Zone; the Monster Skate Park; and two live music venues featuring some of Australia's hottest acts. Family favourites like The Sunday Telegraph Animal Walk and the Woolworths Fresh Food Dome are key parts of Show tradition, and kids of all ages will be thrilled by over 300 Showbags on offer, colourful parades, enchanting street theatre, and a variety of culinary delights including award winning Sydney Royal produce as well as the ever popular Show favourites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Bears, puppets, castles, bananas and more |
Olympic Boulevard Olympic Park Sydney, NSW 2127 Australia +61 (02) 9845 3481 http://www.chw.edu.au events@chw.edu.au |
If you go down to Acer Arena on this date you are in for a big surprise: 10,000 teddy bears and their owners gathered for a fun-filled day that includes picnic races, magic and puppet shows, jumping castles, rides and a concert featuring such children's idols as The Wiggles, Monica Trapaga and Bananas in Pyjamas. There is also a Bear Clinic, where you can take teddies to be bandaged. All proceeds go to the New Children's Hospital at Westmead. Review © 2007, Wcities |