About Sydney Festivals

(Sydney, New South Wales, NSW, Australia)

A vast and spreading city, Sydney offers a diverse and exhaustive selection of festivals and live entertainment, often attracting large crowds of visitors.

Popular festivals in Sydney include the following events.

Annual Sydney Festivals

• January: Sydney International Tennis Tournament, mid January, this event features international tennis stars and is held at the Sydney Olympic Village at Homebush Bay
• February: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, major gay event with an major parade and festivities lasting a month
• March: St. Patrick's Day, a range of day-long celebrations throughout the city
• April: Royal Easter Show, two-week long agricultural show taking place at the end of the month, with a range of outdoor events and displays
• June: Sydney Film Festival, popular screens of both Australian and international films



• June: Manly Food and Wine Festival, featuring large numbers of food stalls, festivities, workshops and demonstrations, with plenty to eat and drink
• September: Festival of the Winds, known for its colourful kite-flying displays and music
• October: Manly International Jazz Festival, attracting many famous jazz performers
• December: Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, commencing in the harbour area on December 26th, with a range of activities attracting large crowds

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
Address: Darling Drive, Darling Harbour, Sydney, New South Wales (NSW), 2000, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)2 9282 5000
Website: www.scec.com.au/