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Major annual events
Aside from being home to Australia’s most famous beach, Waverley plays host to several major events through the year, from celebrations of culture to events to bring in the new year.
Browse major events produced by Council and events produced by third parties below.
Council-produced events
Waverley is a multicultural community where one in five residents speak a language other than English and 40 per cent of residents were born overseas. Waverley Council shines a spotlight on our diverse culture, food and music at Global Table.
Held annually at Oxford Street Mall, Bondi Junction, visitors can enjoy food stalls featuring menus from around the world in the company of family, friends and neighbours at our 35-metre-long communal table. Stay for the entertainment featuring contemporary, multicultural artists who represent the vitality and diversity of Waverley and Greater Sydney.
Global Table is a free, all-ages event held in March; bookings or tickets are not required.
Bondi Festival is an arts festival for all ages, bringing the cool winter vibes to the shores of Bondi Beach every July. Featuring an ice-skating rink, a Ferris Wheel and award-winning shows and experiences at Bondi Pavilion and beyond, there’s plenty for everyone to see and do.
To find out more, visit bondifestival.com.au.
On the second Sunday of every September, Australia’s most anticipated kite flying event Festival of the Winds takes over Bondi Beach. Professional kite flyers and makers descend on the beach to show off kites big and small to the soundtrack of concerts in Bondi Park.
The festival welcomes people of all ages for a celebration of kite making and flying, alongside a full-day program of entertainment in Bondi Park and Bondi Pavilion, as well as delicious food stalls and arts and craft.
Waverley Council presents this event alongside the Australian Kite Flying Society (AKFS).
To find out more, visit our Festival of the Winds page.
Waverley celebrates the festive season with Carols by the Sea, a community event at Bondi Beach where everyone is welcome. This seaside concert features a line-up of local musicians, many opportunities for sing-alongs, food trucks and kids' activities.
Waverley Council’s annual New Year's Eve celebrations at Dudley Page Reserve, Dover Heights is a ticketed, family-friendly event. The location offers unobstructed views of the 9pm and midnight Sydney Harbour fireworks in an inviting, inclusive, and relaxed atmosphere.
Enjoy a DJ, food stalls and a licensed bar. Guests can also bring their own food into the venue (strictly no glass or knives). BYO alcohol is not permitted.
Welcome the new year with friends and family at this fabulous evening of music, dancing, food and wine and amazing views of the harbour fireworks.
Local events produced by third-party organisations
- Flickerfest (January)
- North Bondi RSL Anzac Day Dawn Service (April)
- City2Surf (August)
- Sculpture by the Sea (October/November)
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