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Saturday 4th September 2010
Sydney
2010 Helpmann Awards
The exceptional talents of Australian live performers will be celebrated at the 2010 Helpmann Awards featuring show-stopping performances from the casts of Jersey Boys, Mary Poppins, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Wizard of Oz, Avenue Q, West Side Story, Man in Black as well as the Bangarra Dance Theatre and The Australian String Quartet.
Hosted by David Campbell, this promises to be an exciting night bringing together the wealth of exceptionally talented performers this country has to offer, competing for awards in over 42 categories.
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Monday 6th September
6.30pm
Cost: Adults $89^
Tickets/bookings: Sydney Opera House (02) 9250 7777 or www.sydneyoperahouse.com
Vogue Fashion Night Out
Strike a pose at the Vogue Fashion Night Out! Rub shoulders with the glitterati of the Australian fashion scene at an event that will coincide with similar events in other fashion capitals of the world including New York, London, Milan & Paris. Kicking off in Martin Place, the event will include in-store events, pop-up shopping opportunities and fashion shows. Don’t miss the Vogue after party at the Ivy.
Martin Place and surrounding shops & the Ivy
5.30pm
FREE
Thursday 9th September
Sydney Underground Film Festival
Experience some of the most daring and thought-provoking films, many of which have never been screened before in Oz, at the Sydney Underground Film Festival. Offering an alternative to mainstream film festivals, the Sydney Underground Film Festival will feature over 800 entries including highlights such as Oliver Stone’s controversial South of the Border. Head to the website for the full program and to purchase tickets.
The Factory Theatre, Marrickville
Thursday 9th - Saturday 11th September
Cost: Adults $14^. Concession $12^
Penrith Caravan Camping and Holiday Expo
Get inspired to hit the open road at the Penrith Caravan Camping and Holiday Expo.
Hailed as the biggest lifestyle event in Western Sydney, you’ll find over 150 exhibitors displaying the latest caravans, campervans, motorhomes, camper trailers, 5th wheelers, slide-ons and holiday destinations. The only problem you’ll encounter is deciding where to go!
Penrith Panthers
Mulgoa Road, Penrith
Friday 10th - Sunday 12th September
Friday & Saturday- 9am- 5pm
Sunday- 9am- 4pm
FREE
Twilight Concert in the Parks Series
Celebrate the arrival of warmer climes at the Twilight Concert in the Parks Series.
The annual event comprises two concerts held in the beautiful surrounds of Wahroonga Park. The event kicks off with a free classical concert featuring the winner of 2009’s Australia’s Got Talent TV show, Mark Vincent, as well as The Leading Men and the Ku-ring-gai Youth Orchestra.
Wahroonga Park
Saturday 11th September
5pm - 8pm
FREE
Regional
Canberra Timber and Working with Wood Show 2010
Learn to craft one of nature’s most practical gifts at the Canberra Timber and Working with Wood Show 2010. Expect the latest products on display and meet the experts who will be able to offer a breadth of tips and advice for any project big or small. Test your skills in the Stan Ceglinksi's Bush Craft Competition and The Great Saw Race, or try your hand at woodturning with Tim Skilton.
Budawang Building, Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)
Flemington Road, Watson ACT
Friday 3rd - Sunday 5th September
10am - 5pm
Cost: Adults $15, Concession $13, U14’s FREE
Tel: (02) 9974 1393
Blue Mountains Country Jamm for Genes
Join Australia’s country music stars at the Blue Mountains Country Jamm for Genes. Catherine Britt, Tamara Stewart, Dianna Corcoran, Karl Broadie and Travis Collins will be belting out some rock’ in tunes at The Carrington Hotel, raising research money for The Children’s Medical Research Institute through Jeans for Genes. Die hard country fans will also get the chance to bid on jeans donated by celebrities including Faith Hill & Tim McGraw, Smoky Dawson, Kurt Russell, Reba, Phil Kearns & Rai Thistlethwayte.
The Carrington Hotel, Katoomba
Saturday 4th September
12pm - 9.30pm
Cost: FREE concert featuring 12 acts from 12pm - 5pm/ Ticketed Gala Evening from 6pm - 9.30pm - $40 pp (includes drinks and canapés) - Tickets available from The Carrington Hotel reception or (02) 4782 1111
Heritage Centre Open Day - NSW History Week
Celebrate NSW History Week at the Wollondilly Heritage Centre. View the fascinating historical photo exhibition ‘Faces and Places in Our Street’, part of a research project into the contributors to a signature linen tablecloth dating back to 1907. A local cheese maker will be whipping up fresh cheese and butter in the Burragorang Cottage on the day and you’ll also be able to watch traditional spinners and weavers in action.
Various venues around Canberra
Wollondilly Heritage Centre
43 Edward Street, The Oaks
Sunday 5th September
10am- 4pm
FREE
Tel: (02) 4681 0472
Floriade 2010
Witness the spectacular site of countless flowers in bloom at Floriade 2010! Inspire your inner green thumb with the creative flower beds on display, experience the many gardening demos or take part in a workshop. Roving performers will be providing entertainment and there will also be great activities for the little ones at Kids’ Corner and an exciting evening program at NightFest. Check out the jam-packed program on the website.
Commonwealth Park
Commonwealth Avenue, Acton ACT
Saturday 11th September - Sunday 10th October
Weekdays 9am - 5pm
Weekends and public holidays 9am - 5.30pm
FREE & ticketed events
Cost: NightFest- Adults $20, Child (5-16 years) & Concession $10, Family (2 X Adults & 2 X Children) $50
Tel: 1300 727 655
Tulip Top Gardens Festival
If the Floriade crowds seem a little overwhelming, why not check out the Tulip Top Gardens Festival. Only 15 minutes from the nation’s capital, The Tulip Top Gardens features 10 acres of stunning tulips, daffodils and other spring blooms on display as well as a watercourse and waterfall. Ascend the 70 metre high viewing platform for a lovely vista or pack a picnic to really enjoy the ambience and aroma of these delightful gardens.
The Tulip Top Gardens
Federal Highway, Sutton
Saturday 11th September - Sunday 10th October
9am- 5pm
Cost: Adults $12, Seniors $11, U16’s FREE
Tel: (02) 6230 3077
Australian Springtime Flora Festival
From one floral event to another, don’t miss the Australian Springtime Flora Festival where you’ll find over 300 floral and landscaped garden settings on display. Highlights include daily demos by gardening gurus Don Burke, Graham & Sandra Ross and Angus Stewart, the Australian Wildflower Pavilion, gourmet food & wine, cooking demos, fun activities for the kids and more.
Mount Penang Parklands
Kariong
Thursday 9th - Sunday 12th September
Thursday- Saturday- 9am - 5pm
Sunday- 9am - 4pm
Cost: Adults $14, Seniors/Pensioners $12, Child (5-16 years) $4, Family (2 X Adults & 3 X Children) $32
Tel: (02) 4343 4444
Wagga Wagga Jazz and Blues Festival
Don your dancing shoes for the fifteenth annual Wagga Wagga Jazz and Blues Festival. Expect a range of jazz styles from some of the countries best jazz artists as well as international acts including The Maryville Jazz Band, Paul Furnis, Bob Hendersen, John Bates and more.
Various Venues in Wagga Wagga
Friday 10th - Sunday 12th September
From 10am daily
Cost: Adults $110, Pensioners/Seniors/Students $100, Child (13-17 years) $30, U12’s FREE
Tel: 1300 100 122
Family friendly
St Mary’s Spring Festival
The jasmine is ready to burst and the cherry blossoms have sprung! Celebrate the burgeoning warm seasons at the St Mary’s Spring Festival. They’ll be over 200 stalls to peruse, carnival rides and amusements, animal petting farm and car & woodwork displays. Food and drinks will be available at the fair. Don’t miss Catherine Britt & the Bananas in Pyjamas performing or the spectacular Grand Parade at 12.30pm.
Queen Street, St Marys
Saturday 4th September
9am - 4pm
FREE
Fathers Day Steam Up - Festivals and Celebrations
Take dad on a rail adventure this Father’s Day at the Fathers Day Steam Up - Festivals and Celebrations event at the Rail Heritage Centre in Thirlmere. The whole family will delight in a return journey from Thirlmere to Buxton on a real steam train with trains departing regularly from 10.15am- 2.30pm. Explore the incredible collection of trains on display also inside the Rail Heritage Centre which houses Australia’s oldest and largest railway museum collection.
Rail Heritage Centre
Barbour Road, Thirlmere
Sunday 5th September
Trains depart regularly between 10.15am and 2.30pm
Cost: Combined train trip & Rail Heritage Centre Entry- Adults $22, Concession $16, Child $12 (U5’s FREE)
Tel: (02) 4681 8001
Fathers Day at Belgenny Farm
Recharge your dad’s batteries this Father’s Day and escape the city at Fathers Day at Belgenny Farm. There promises to be plenty of events to appeal to most dads including leather and blacksmithing demonstrations, Car Club Vintage Car display, tractor rides, sheep shearing, working dog shows and a live bush band. You’ll even be able to pick up a pressie for dad at one of the many stalls and why not treat dad to a delicious buffet lunch in the Granary. Bookings for the buffet lunch essential.
Elizabeth Macarthur Drive
Camden South
Sunday 5th September
10am to 3pm
Cost: Adults $2, kids FREE- Buffet Lunch- Adults $42, Child (3-12 years) $20- Bookings essential
Tel: (02) 4654 6800
Willoughby Spring Festival & Street Fair
Spring into spring at the Willoughby Spring Festival & Street Fair. The largest Festival on Sydney’s North Shore, the event will feature a range of acts on the Dance Stage, a Big Band Stage, a Kids Zone stage and a Youth Lounge. Don’t miss the Barista competition and the fresh food Market Day in the Westfield Shopping Centre.
Cnr of Endeavour St & Victoria Ave, Chatswood
Saturday 11th September
10am- 4pm
FREE
Tel: (02) 9777 1000
Cronulla Spring Festival
Leave the winter in your wake at the Cronulla Spring Festival. Browse over 100 stalls and check out the fashions from local boutiques at the fashion parades. Other highlights include a car & boat show, animal petting farm, circus workshops and the Wellbeing Fair at Monro Park where you can limber up for some yoga, relax with a massage and even receive a psychic reading!
Cronulla Plaza & various venues around Cronulla
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September
10am- 5pm
FREE
Tel: (02) 9527 2100
Spring Fete
Enjoy a great range of sweet treats and the community spirit at the Spring Fete in North Ryde. The Ryde City Concert Band will provide the soundtrack for a great family day out where you’ll find tasty food stalls, plants, bric-a-brac and more. For the kids, there’ll be hoop la lessons, a jumping castle and face painting.
North Ryde Community Church
2 Cutler Parade
Saturday 11th September
9am - 1pm
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
Argentina Vs Australia Test Series 2010
Support the Australian men’s hockey team as they take on Argentina in a two match test series at Sydney Olympic Park. Currently ranked number 1 in the world, the Kookaburras will clash against 10th world ranked Argentina in what will be important lead up matches to the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games.
Sydney Olympic Park Hockey Centre
Shirley Strickland Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park
Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th September
2pm - 3.30pm
Cost: Adults $25^, Child $10^, Family $50 (2A + 2C)
Tickets/Bookings: TicketDirect- 1300 798 550 or
www.ticketdirect.com.au
Bledisloe Cup - Qantas Wallabies vs All Blacks
Get behind the Wallabies when they take on arch rivals the All Blacks in the third Bledisloe Cup clash this year. Help the Wallabies claim a much needed win on home soil and send those All Blacks home with their tails between their legs!
ANZ Stadium
Edwin Flack Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park
Saturday 11th September
8pm
Cost: Adults $89^, Concession $58^, Junior $45^, Family $200^
Tickets/Bookings: Ticketek 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 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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