Arts and Cultural Events
Northern Sydney Area
Welcome to the guide for arts and culture events in Northern Sydney!
This guide serves as a convenient hub to help you explore a vibrant array of activities, including indoor and outdoor art exhibitions, festivals, drawing classes, live music, art prizes, and more!
Dive in and discover the rich cultural experiences Northern Sydney has to offer by clicking through to each council’s website.
Hornsby Art Prize
The Hornsby Art Prize Finalists’ Exhibition will be held at Wallarobba Arts and Cultural Centre, Hornsby, 25 October - 10 November 2024, Tuesday – Sunday, 10am-4pm. Free entry.
Arcadian Artists Art Trail
Saturday 9 Nov - Sunday 10 Nov 2024 - 2pm - 9pm
Local artists generously open their studios to the public. This annual event has been held for over 30 years in Arcadia, a beautiful rural area on the northern fringe of Sydney.
Hornsby Spring Fest
Saturday 16 November 2024 - 2pm - 9pm
Enjoy our beautiful bushland shire at Hornsby Spring Fest on Saturday 16 November, a vibrant street party for all ages.
Mosman Art Gallery
Find out about current and upcoming exhibitions, public programs, bookings and special events at Mosman Art Gallery.
Mosman Events
Find out about (or submit) community events in Mosman.
Mosman Recreation
Find out about recreational activities in Mosman including art and culture, markets, walks, parks and beaches, marine activities and competitions.
Arts in North Sydney
This page lists key Arts and Culture initiatives and activities coordinated by North Sydney Council.
North Sydney Festival
Join us in the heart of North Sydney’s CBD for this new festival which features on-stage live music, roving performances, art activations and market stalls.
Events in North Sydney
Check out events and activities across North Sydney Local Government area coordinated by Council, local organisations and groups including performances, artist and author talks, film screenings, exhibitions, markets, and guided walks.
Eco Festival
The Eco Festival gathers solution makers aimed to connect, inspire, educate and empower our Ku-ring-gai Community to live more sustainably.
Ku-ring-gai Sculpture Trail
Ku-ring-gai’s Sculpture Trail celebrates sustainable art in the Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden.
School Holidays Program
Creative activities for kids these school holidays!
Moocooboola Festival 2024
Annual carnival held at Boronia Park Ovals featuring market stalls, fabulous food, rides, entertainment and community dog show. Sunday 13 October 2024.
Hunters Hill Art Exhibition 2024
Long-established art prize, exhibition and sale held at the historic Hunters Hill Town Hall. Friday 25 October – Sunday 3 November 2024
Young in Art 2024
Showcase of exceptional artwork by local students from K-12. Held in the historic Hunters Hill Town Hall. Thursday 21 November – Sunday 24 November 2024
Rhythms of Ryde
Experience our Live Music Activation Program where every day spaces transform into extraordinary experiences through live music. From intimate pop-ups at Helene Park Ferry to vibrant drumming festivals, Ryde bursts to life day and night.
City of Ryde Arts and Culture
The City of Ryde recognises the vital role creativity, culture and the arts play in supporting our strong sense of community and identity. We seek to support, connect and empower our creative community through events, projects, capacity building programs and sector development.
City of Ryde Upcoming Events
Check out a list of events running in the City of Ryde!
Lane Cove Council Events
Explore all the council-run events in the Lane Cove area!
Lane Cove Festivals
Lane Cove Council organises a series of annual festivals to reflect the diverse interests of the community and foster local identity.
Christmas in Lane Cove
Celebrate the festive season in Lane Cove with free activities, events and more for the entire family.
Manly Art Gallery & Museum Exhibitions and Events
Discover the latest exhibitions, get creative at our life drawing classes, enjoy live music or join us for a night of delicious food, art and conversation. There is so much to discover at Manly Art Gallery & Museum.
Sydney Craft Week 2024 - Impressions
Manly Art Gallery & Museum and Warringah Printmakers Studio present a week of workshops, discussion, engagement, and an exhibition as part of Sydney Craft Week this October. Learn more here.
Manly Jazz
Australia’s longest running jazz festival returns to Manly from 20 – 22 September with over 70 acts, including world-class performers, for an unforgettable weekend for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike.
Exhibition: Echoes of Laughter
20 November 2024 to 1 December 2024
Julia Norton’s Echoes of Laughter explores the emotional journey of parenting, inspired by raising her autistic son. Clouds symbolise the transition from dependence to independence, reflecting joy, nostalgia, fear, and hope. Using layered techniques, Julia captures both the nurturing and turbulent sides of parenting. The skyscapes evoke introspection on love, separation, and life's changing seasons.
Exhibition: Desert Journeys - Desert Calling
4 December 2024 to 22 December 2025
Rena Czaplinska-Archer’s paintings and monoprints reflect the Australian desert's vast horizons and intimate spaces. Inspired by her annual visits to Fowlers Gap since 2016, the works capture the desert's shifting colors, shadows, and sounds, offering a symphony of life and healing.
Visual Arts in Willoughby
Visual arts exhibitions and events calendar in Willoughby!