Events in Sydney

While there may be countless year-round things to do and see in this Australian city, it's the less-frequent, once-a-year events in Sydney that will be the icing on the cake during your vacation!

From delicious food festivals to concerts starring international musicians, there’s an event for everyone in Sydney. The city’s people are eclectic and friendly, always willing to share their talents and experiences so take them up on their offer and soak in everyday life at events in Sydney.

8 Events in Sydney

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  AAMI Golden Slipper Day

  April 2 , 2011 - April 2 , 2011

  Sydney Turf Club Canterbury Park Racecourse, King Street, Canterbury

  Celebrate Sydney's biggest part at the horseraces of Golden Slipper Day, culminating in the event's premier race that is recognized as the richest race in the world for top two-year old thoroughbreds.

  http://theslipper.stc.com.au/Default.aspx

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  Australian Fashion Week

  May 2 , 2011 - May 6 , 2011

  Overseas Passenger Terminals Circular Quay, Sydney

  Join premier fashion designers and aficionados in Sydney for Australian Fashion Week, International Fashion Week's Asia Pacific stop on its world tour. This five-day show collection rooms and shows, as well as off-site collections and a gallery to peruse.

  http://rafw.com.au/

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  Commonwealth Bank Beachley Classic

  May 3 , 2011 - May 8 , 2011

  Sydney

  Join thousands of others and watch the world's best female surfers compete for top honors and the richest payday of the ASP World Tour.

  http://www.beachleyclassic.com/

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  Mary Poppins the Musical

  April 17 , 2011 - July 31 , 2011

  Her Majesty's Theatre 199-219 Exhibition Street Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

  See one of the best stories ever created by Disney come to life on the stage in Mary Poppins The Musical. This critically acclaimed performance is appropriate for all ages, and will please the whole family.

  http://www.disney.com.au/marypoppins/#/home/

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  Smart Arts Festival 2011

  April 1 , 2011 - April 15 , 2011

  Pine Street Creative Arts Centre 64 Pine Street Chippendale 2008, Australia

  Show off your artistic talents or admire those of others at the 2011 Smart Arts Festival. All mediums of art will be displayed here, from free concerts to sculpture exhibits, and workshops for kids and adults.

  http://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/pinestreet/YouthProgram/smartArts.html

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  Surry Hills Festival 2011

  April 9 , 2011 - April 9 , 2011

  Ward Park Devonshire Street & Shannon Reserve, Crown Street, Surry Hills, Australia

  Come to Shannon Reserve and Ward Park for the 2011 Surry Hills Festival. There will be many live music performances, and delicious food. The whole family will have fun with activities for both kids and adults.

  http://www.shnc.org/festival/

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  Sydney International Food Festival

  October 1 , 2011 - October 31 , 2011

  Sydney

  Try food from all over the world, and learn about the politics that accompany your meals in many different conferences and seminars.

  http://www.cravesydneyfoodfestival.com.au/

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  Sydney Royal Easter Show

  April 14 , 2011 - April 27 , 2011

  Sydney Showground 1 Showground Road, Olympic Park, Sydney

  Enjoy a day of fun with your family at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, which includes a carnival, food vendors from around Australia, animal competitions, kids shows, and death defying stunts!

  http://www.eastershow.com.au