Wondering what to do in Sydney this weekend? Celebrate winter at the final weekend of Snow Time in the Garden or the Raclette Igloos, enjoy a free concert in support of climate change action or celebrate Horses Birthday with pony rides, face painting & a sausage sizzle. There’s lots happening! Check out what’s on…
- Things to do all weekend
- Things to do this Friday
- Things to do this Saturday
- Things to do this Sunday
The Paris Olympics start this weekend! If you want to watch the Opening Ceremony LIVE… get down to The Canopy in Lane Cove where it will screen on the big outdoor screen. But be warned… the ceremony starts in the evening Paris time, which is 3:30am in Sydney.
Celebrate winter! Take a drive to the Hunter Valley for the last weekend of Snow Time in The Garden. Or, the Raclette Igloo Experience is a little closer to home at Broadway Shopping Centre where you can escape into festive igloos, ready to wine and dine with French cheeses, mulled wines, and plenty more delicacies.
For those wanting live entertainment… book tickets to Le Aerial or James & The River That Ran Uphill at Sydney Opera House.
Passionate about climate change? Enjoy live music and support this important cause on Sunday from 2-5pm at St Leonards Park in North Sydney. This is a FREE concert, and the line-up includes Ruby Jackson, Astrovan, Rosemary, Sweet Baby Darlings & LEVOS (CG Discs).
RDA Ryde is celebrating Horses Birthday with an Open Day on Sunday. There will be lots of family fun including pony rides, a pony kissing booth, jumping castle, games and competitions, face painting, sausage sizzle, birthday cupcakes and hot drinks.
There are plenty of markets happening around the North Shore and beyond this weekend! On Saturday there’s St Ives Organic Markets, Castle Hill Farmers Markets, Kirribilli Markets and the Cambridge Markets EQ. On Sunday, enjoy everything French at Le Marche French Markets and check out Mona Vale Organic Markets.
Things to do all weekend
1. Snow Time in the Gardens
Want to enjoy a special day trip or mini break in the Hunter Valley? It’s the last weekend for Snow Time in the Garden! You’ll find:
- Mega Snow Play Zone: Would you like to build a snowman, or even make a snow angel? The Mega Snow Play Zone uses premium ice machines to generate man-made snow, creating an icy playground that’s fun for the whole family. Don’t forget your gloves!
- Giant Ice Toboggan: Race down the super-fast Giant Ice Toboggan! Grab a tube and speed down the 45-metre slide, it’s sure to get your adrenaline pumping. Once won’t be enough!
- Ice Skating Rink: Made with real ice, the Ice Skating Rink is great fun for all experience levels! Children under 6yrs can enjoy a smaller skating rink with skating aids*, while older skaters can enjoy the larger rink worry free.
PLUS… Amusement Rides: The amazing amusement rides are a permanent addition to the Gardens and add family fun. Operating daily from 10am-4:30pm, purchase your ride tickets at the Rides Ticket Booth located in the event area. Single Tickets (per person per ride) are $6, or you can purchase a Bonus 6 Ticket Pass for $30. Height and age restrictions apply.
- When: Saturday 29 June to Sunday 28 July, 9:30am – 4:30pm
- Where: Hunter Valley Gardens, Pokolbin
- Cost:
- Family Pass (2 Adults + 2 Children):$122 | (2 Adults + 1 Child): $99 | (1 Adult + 2 Children): $93
- Adult (16yrs +): $40 | Child (4-15 years): $30 | Extra Child (4-15 years): $27
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
2. Raclette Igloo Experience
What could be more winter than cuddling up in an igloo?! Well, that’s exactly what’s on offer at the decadent Raclette Igloo Experience, which is at Broadway Shopping Centre rooftop until this to Sunday 28 July.
Gather your friends and family in your private igloo and get ready to feast on raclette cheese, sip on mulled wine, and enjoy a warm Belgian thick chocolate with roasted marshmallows for dessert – yum!
- When: Nightly until Sunday 28 July
- Where: Broadway Shopping Centre, Bay Street, Glebe
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
3. Le Aerial, Sydney Opera House
Experience a show full of sizzling aerial curiosity! Le Aerial produced by Aerial Artists Australia, is a spectacular display of aerial grace and beauty. High flying, high energy performers treating audiences to breathtaking aerial manoeuvres which will thrill and inspire.
The cast includes international gymnastic sensations Alex Caulfield and Arnaud Caizergues, fresh from their latest Cirque Du Soleil productions, Melbourne musical theatre superstar Mike Snell, Opera maestro Mark Oates, Craig Monley and Sriani Argaet from ‘Dancing With The Stars’, and a line-up of exceptional gymnasts, aerialists and dancers.
Audiences will be delighted by the special ‘Cirque’ type skills and moves which will have them gasping in awe!
- When: Friday 26 July: 7pm & 9pm | Saturday 27 July: 3pm & 7pm | Sunday 28 July: 1pm
- Where: Sydney Opera House
- Cost: $69 – $129
- Book tickets
Things to do in Sydney this Friday
4. Chatswood Mall Market
The Chatswood Mall Markets are held in Chatswood Mall every Thursday and Friday from 9am-9pm.
You’ll find pastries, pizza or pork buns. There’s Japanese, Malaysian, Greek and Gozleme and a whole host more to explore including fresh produce. Pop down for lunch, dinner and shopping in the Chatswood Mall.
- When: Thursday & Fridays, 9am-9pm
- Where: 443 Victoria Ave, Chatswood
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
Things to do in Sydney this Saturday 27 July
Wondering what to do around Sydney this Saturday? There’s plenty of fun events to choose from!
5. Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie! Oi, Oi, Oi!
Head to The Canopy in Lane Cove to watch the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games. It’s a very early start for Sydney-siders. The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony is at 7:30pm Friday 26 July in France, which will be 3:30am Saturday 27 July in Sydney! Presented on The Canopy large screen. This is a free event.
If you don’t want to get out of bed, Nine Network is the official broadcaster of the Olympic Games with exclusive rights to show all Olympic events and action across Nine’s television channels and streaming platforms.
- When: Ceremony starts at 3:30am AEST Saturday 27 July.
- Where: The Canopy, Lane Cove
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
6. The River That Ran Uphill, Sydney Opera House
In 2015, Cyclone Pam ravaged the South Pacific. Edgell Junior, a Ni-Vanuatu man from Pentecost Island experienced and survived Cyclone Pam and its aftermath. Based on his lived experience, this moving production emphasises the importance of community cooperation and resilience.
The River That Ran Uphill will drop you right in the eye of the storm. It’s a story that shows how the seemingly impossible can become possible when we work together. As the waters rise, this story carries forward a message of warning and, perhaps, a raft of hope.
Suited for 8+ years.
- When: Saturday 27 July @ 11am, 2pm
- Where: Sydney Opera House, Circular Quay
- Cost: From $35 + $8.95 booking fee. Book tickets.
7. Ku-Ring-Gai Stealers Baseball Come’n’Try Days
Ku-Ring-Gai Stealers is hosting Baseball Come’n’Try Days this weekend at Golden Jubilee Field, Wahroonga.
All ages and skill levels welcome for tee-ball (4-6 years), Zooka-pitch (7-9 years) and live pitch teams (10-16 years). Accredited coaches, great facilities and a commitment to fun and learning skills. Baseball is a fun sport where everyone gets a go, cultivating teamwork while developing fitness and coordination.
Whether you just want to have some fun with your mates or you’re serious about elite development, Stealers is the club for you. We’ve been fielding baseball and softball teams since 1977, currently in the Ryde Hawks Association for junior baseball and the Pacific Coast League for senior baseball, and the Northern Suburbs District Softball Association for softball.
Come and have a go, and check out the club that sent Travis Bazzana to the USA to be Major League Baseball’s first round pick in the 2024 Draft!
- When: Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 July, 10am-2pm | Saturday 3 & Sunday 4 August, 10am-2pm
- Where: Golden Jubilee Field, Esk Street, Wahroonga.
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
8. Castle Hill Farmers & Fine Food Market
The Castle Hill Farmers & Fine Food Markets are held on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at the Castle Hill Showground.
These markets promote the importance of fresh seasonal produce, sustainable local agriculture, showcasing small business and introducing visitors to the wonders of The Hawkesbury region.
Begin your market experience by succumbing to the tantalising aroma of freshly ground coffee beans brewing away in the crispy early morning air of the showgrounds. As you sip your coffee and munch on your egg and bacon roll, you’ll be drawn by the perfumes of the many freshly cut blooms from Flowering Eucalyptus with a vast array of colours and species to suit all occasions.
- When: Fourth Saturday of the month, 8am-12pm
- Where: Castle Hill Showground, Showground Road, Castle Hill
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
9. Kirribilli Markets: General & Fashion
The Kirribilli General Markets are held on the fourth Saturday of the month from 8.30am to 3pm, and they are one of Sydney’s oldest and most popular Markets.
These markets feature approximately 220 stalls of new & second hand fashion, antiques and collectables, homewares and so much more. As the name suggests, you will find pretty much anything at this market!
The Burton street tunnel exclusively features Artisan made products with the Green and Gravel areas featuring Fashion stalls and much much more.
- When: Fourth Saturday of the month, 8.30am-3pm
- Where: Kirribilli Markets, Burton Street, Milsons Point
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
10. St Ives Organic Markets
The St Ives Organic Food Markets are held at St Ives Showgrounds every Saturday from 8am-2pm.
At these markets, you’ll find Certified Organic food, artisan gourmet produce and conventional fresh fruit & veg*, freshly baked bread and patisserie, seasonal produce from the farmer, salami, local and French cheese, smoked salmon and other delicacies, Aussie truffles…..in fact all the goodies you love to eat are at the markets, every week, rain or shine.
At these friendly community markets you will find everything to fulfil your weekly shopping needs and an exciting choice of fashion, home wares, plants and of course, eco-friendly, sustainable fare trade and healthy products.
You will all enjoy mixing with other like minded fun-loving, friendly foodies…people like you, that care about the environment and the health of the people they feed.
- When: Every Saturday, 8am-2pm
- Where:St Ives Showground, Mona Vale Road, St Ives
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
11. Cambridge Markets EQ
The Cambridge Markets EQ are on every Wednesday and Saturday from 8am – 2pm at The Entertainment Quarter. These markets are a vibrant celebration of community, creativity, and culture that promises to add a splash of excitement to your day.
Up to 50 stallholders come together to sell an amazing variety of goods, ranging from fresh produce to gourmet French fare specially imported for our customers. Be sure to pop by to enjoy some fresh air and fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats. Check out the amazing stalls full of one off a kind and artisan gifts for that special someone in your life (or just treat yourself!), or stop past one of the most beautiful stores for flowers you’ll ever see.
- When: Every Wednesday & Saturday, 8am-2pm
- Where: EQ Markets, Lang Road, Moore Park
- Cost: Free
- More:northshoremums.com.au/events
12. Darling Harbour Fireworks
What better way to end dinner or entertainment than with an incredible array of fireworks at one of Sydney’s most glorious waterfront locations? Watch the Sydney sky above Darling Harbour come to life every Saturday night at 9pm, from anywhere along Darling Harbour’s edge, including the many waterfront restaurants or bars along Cockle Bay Wharf, Harbourside Shopping Centre, King Street Wharf and Barangaroo.
- When: Every Saturday night, 9pm
- Where:Darling Harbour
- More:northshoremums.com.au/events
Things to do in Sydney this Sunday 28 July
13. Free Concert: Our Future Your Duty
Passionate about climate change? Enjoy live music and support this important cause on Sunday 28 July from 2-5pm at St Leonards Park in North Sydney.
Join renowned climate activist Anjali Sharma and her Duty of Care team, North Sydney Council and KTNextGen at the Our Future Your Duty concert as we call for a more accountable and responsible government. This event is a powerful platform to demand legislative change and ensure a sustainable future for all Australians.
The line-up includes Ruby Jackson, Astrovan, Rosemary, Sweet Baby Darlings & LEVOS (CG Discs)
Get your tickets now and be a part of the change! Because your voice matters and we need to make sure it is heard.
- When: Sunday 28 July, 2-5pm
- Where: St Leonards Park, North Sydney
- Cost: Free but you must register to attend.
14. Horses Birthday Open Day at RDA
RDA is hosting an Open Day in celebration of their amazing horses birthday! The paddock gates will open from 11am and we welcome all the community to come and meet our horses and volunteers. There will be lots of family fun including pony rides, a pony kissing booth, jumping castle, games and competitions, face painting, sausage sizzle, birthday cupcakes and hot drinks.
RDA (NSW) Ryde Centre is a not-for-profit organisation that provides horse therapy to kids and young adults with disability.
- When: Sunday 28 July, 11am-3pm
- Where: RDA, 118-120 Culloden Road, Marsfield
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
15. Mona Vale Organic Food Market
The Mona Vale Organic Food Markets are on every Sunday from 8:30am-1pm at Pittwater RSL. These weekly markets offer gourmet food and produce market specialising in Certified Organic food, artisan gourmet produce and conventional fresh fruit & veg*, freshly baked bread and patisserie, seasonal produce from the farmer, salami, local and French cheese, smoked salmon and other delicacies, Aussie truffles.
- When: Sunday 26 May, 8.30am-1pm
- Where: Pittwater RSL, 82 Mona Vale Road, Mona Vale
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
16. Le Marche French Markets
Experience a taste of France in Sydney. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of a traditional French market a the delightful heritage Laurelbank in Willoughby, on Sydney’s Lower North Shore.
Le Marche French Markets are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month, and celebrate all things French – from delectable cuisine to exquisite artisanal crafts.
Savour the flavours of France with an array of French delights: Freshly baked baguettes and creamy cheeses to delicate pastries and smelly raclette. Bon appétit!
Or treat yourself to some French Artisanal Treasures like Brocante, french linen, berets, jewellery, handmade ceramics, and lots more.
Whether you’re a foodie, a lover of anything French, or simply seeking a taste of European culture, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
- When: 2nd & 4th Sunday of the month, 8.30am-1.30pm
- Where: Laurelbank Willoughby, Penshurst Street, Willoughby
- Cost: Free
- More: northshoremums.com.au/events
