A crime has been committed… and they need your help to crack the case! These Easter school holidays, Precinct will transform into the scene of The Great Bunny Heist, an interactive family adventure where Junior Detectives must follow clues, solve riddles and track down the bad Bunny who has made off with their Golden Eggs.…
The Enchanted Forest: In Bloom transforms Blackbutt Forest Reserve in Shellharbour into a magical illuminated night-time experience. This all-new show invites visitors to wander through a glowing forest trail where nature bursts to life with colour, light and sound. Inspired by the beauty and wonder of nature in bloom, the experience features vibrant floral light…
Celebrate Christmas at The Sebel Kiama with a free festive Christmas lights experience where the Heritage Building and garden courtyard will be lit up each evening.
She’s back, brushes out and lashes on. Drag Paint and Sip is the fabulously fun, constantly-requested event that’s finally here. Hosted by the iconic Terry Daktyl and Sab from Paint Your Peach, this dynamic duo have teamed up to deliver a night of colour, camp and a little controlled chaos. Whether you’re a seasoned Picasso…
Surfing Australia and Surfing NSW are pleased to announce the Australian surf championships, which incorporate the Australian shortboard titles. The championships will run consecutively on the beautiful coastline of Wollongong, NSW this August.
Catch a screening of Zootopia 2 and enjoy a day of family fun with face painting, arts and craft activities, a kids colouring competition, plus a shuttle bus running from Scarborough Public throughout the day for easy access. T&Cs apply. Bookings Essential. To help us manage capacity and ensure everyone has a great experience, we…
Get up close and personal with your favourite farmyard animals while soaking up the incredible Clifton views! Enjoy face painting, a kids colouring competition and a shuttle bus running from Scarborough Public throughout the day for easy access.
Gather at Lang Park in Wollongong for the Wollongong Running Festival! Choose from a 21.1km Half Marathon, 10km, 5km, or the 2km Family Dash. The scenic paths make for an unforgettable race day — whether you’re chasing a personal best or just soaking up the atmosphere on your way to the finish line. All participants…
Join them for a spectacular evening of live Nepali music as renowned artist Deepak Bajracharya and The Rhythm Band take the stage in Wollongong. “Man Magan Night” promises an energetic and nostalgic musical experience, bringing together the local community for a vibrant cultural celebration. Known for their dynamic performances and timeless hits, Deepak Bajracharya &…
Towradgi Beach Hotel’s 14th Annual Easter Show is now bigger than ever, across two huge days. For the first time in 14 years, the Towradgi Beach Hotel Easter Show is taking over the entire weekend. Come along for two full days of family fun, proudly brought to you by i98fm and Foster’s Carnival Amusements. What’s…
Nan Tien Temple hosts a one-off community singing experience to mark International Women’s Day, inviting voices from across the region to gather in a spirit of music, mindfulness and giving. Set within the serene grounds of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Buddhist temple, this special day offers a rare opportunity to come together in song in…
The Diabetes Centre (TDC) Australia is a registered Australian charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Their organization is committed to raising diabetes awareness and providing comprehensive care for diabetic patients. You can join them by purchasing online tickets to…
Enjoy a 5pm Welcome to Country, cultural art workshops, street performances, roving entertainment, jumping castles and food trucks. There’ll also be a 9pm fireworks display over Wollongong Harbour.
The Great Ocean Pool Crawl is an annual charity event raising much needed funds for Cancer Council NSW. On the day get dressed up in your best swimming outfit, meet at Towradgi Beach Hotel and then hop onto the buses which will take you from pool to pool. Enjoy two laps of the five incredible…
Towradgi Beach Hotel’s Triple J Hottest 100 Party is back, and it’s shaping up to be one of the biggest days of summer. Join them as they count down the nation’s favourite tracks and see who takes out the number one spot. Settle in for a full day of great music, cold drinks, and unbeatable…
Bring your own kite or join in the fun of making one! Enjoy the spectacle, excitement and unpredictability of this colourful event! Supported by the Australian Kiteflyers Society. A free community, family-friendly good time. A Lions Club BBQ will be on at lunch time, so come on down! Note: This is a balloon-free event. This…
Enjoy this magnificent seaside park and a full day of family fun, food trucks, carnival rides, show attractions, market stalls and free live entertainment! Free entry. This is an Austinmer Thirroul Lions Club Community Event and part of the Thirroul Seaside & Arts Festival.
This is a sensational art show! It includes a wide array of art, photography, sculptures and mini art. Over 350 pieces on show covering a range of prices. Buy a beautiful piece for your home, office or as a gift. You’ll be supporting local artists and community projects of the Austinmer Thirroul Lions Club!
It’s a balloon bash for all ages this New Year’s Eve at Precinct at The Shellharbour Club! Pop into 2026 with an explosion of colour and excitement at Precinct’s free, family, balloon-inspired event! Slip on a headset and dance your heart out at the silent disco and glow wild in the UV zone. Enjoy your…
Join them to ring in the New Year! With big vibes, good times, and a night you won’t want to miss! Put on your dancing shoes and dance into the new year with Shirley’s Temple band. Also in the lounge, supporting act Derek Garment from 6pm – 9pm. Why not enjoy a cocktail from the…
Farewell 2025 and get ready to welcome 2026 with our family-friendly celebration at Wollongong Harbour. This fun, family friendly and alcohol free community event is filled with music, entertainment, food trucks and our iconic 9pm Harbour fireworks. Plus, this year Lang Park will host the Wollongong Summer Carnival with rides for all ages. Please note,…
Joylands Carnival at Windang is coming to Windang Memorial Park these Christmas School Holidays! Grab your 4 hours of unlimited rides armband and enjoy rides such as the Wild Mouse Roller Coaster, The Claw, Techno Jump and more! Side Show Games to play and yummy carnival food! Please visit the website for more information.
Wings Over Shellharbour takes place in the stunning Illawarra region on the NSW South Coast, just over an hour south of Sydney. Set against the breathtaking Illawarra escarpment, this much-loved event is Australia’s premier regional airshow — and the only major airshow experience within such easy reach of Sydney. Get ready to feel the adrenaline!…
The Wollongong Salvation Army are hosting a Christmas Celebration in Osborne Park (opposite the harbour). There will be food, live music, activities and games for all the family. To spread Christmas joy this year everything is free. Activities commence at 10:30am and Carols are at 12:30pm. Please note: In case of wet weather the event…
Santa’s first stop this holiday season is Shellharbour’s Carols By Candlelight! Join them at Croom Regional Sporting Complex as they light up the night with festive cheer. Come along to enjoy Christmas music, festive treats, and unique goodies for everyone. Their handpicked food vendors will be serving up seasonal favourites to keep you in the…
Lots of fun, outdoor activities at Wollongong Botanic Garden to keep the kids entertained, active and connected to nature during the autumn school holidays. The holiday program includes Dig n’ play gardening and nature play activities for kids aged 4-7 years, Wild Games and Beginner’s Bushcraft nature activities for kids aged 8-12 years and Animal…
The Eighth Annual Walk for Sheree – Walk Against Cancer is a fundraising activity organised by David and Margot Naylor in memory of their daughter Sheree, a wife and mother of three young children, who passed away from cancer eight years ago. David and his family would like to encourage people to be involved this…
The Australian Pinball Championships delivers an electric four-day festival of world-class competition and retro gaming nostalgia in the heart of Wollongong. This premier event showcases top-tier talent from local and around Australia, including World Number One Escher Lefkoff (ACS) and the reigning Women’s Champion (WACS), Amelia Applewaite, as they compete for national glory. The action…
The Jamberoo Car Show and Family Day raises funds for the Jamberoo Rural Fire Brigade and has been a very popular event since its small beginnings just a few years ago. This year’s Show will be held at Kevin Walsh Oval in Jamberoo, with approximately 600 classic cars on display, modern and vintage fire trucks…
Our new weekly ritual, right by the beach. Every Sunday afternoon, indulge in endless cocktail jugs, craft beers, wines and DIY taco boards. Spots are limited. Book your cabana now!
Join them at The Frat every Monday night for Trivia in the main lounge! Free to play with $200 worth of prizes up for grabs. Prizes include Frat Member Reward Points, Food & Drink vouchers. Spread the word, get your teams together and see you at The Frat!
The Honk Music Festival is a free, street-based event held in Wollongong during the height of summer, a time when the city is typically quiet. The festival injects vibrancy and energy into the area, attracting visitors from outside the region and encouraging engagement with local food outlets and venues. The festival is known for its…
Surfing Australia and Surfing NSW are pleased to announce the Australian surf championships, which incorporate the Australian shortboard titles. The championships will run consecutively on the beautiful coastline of Wollongong, NSW this August.
They’re honouring the ANZAC spirit with a day at TBH. Get ready for Illawarra’s largest 2UP arena, huge energy, live DJs pumping tunes ’til sundown, and the best part, Free Entry! Gather your mates, raise a glass, and be part of an unforgettable day of remembrance and celebration.
Escape into summer reading with the Summer Book Sale at all seven Wollongong City Libraries locations. Discover a mix of fiction, non-fiction, adult, youth and children’s books. All are priced to go at just 50 cents each. Or you can bring your own bag and fill it for $5. Purchases can be made with cash…
At the Bulli Village Market, you will find a face painter, sandpit area, henna tattoos and pony rides for the kids. This location has an awesome new vibe with new stalls, extra parking as well as pony rides, Italian gelato, and lots of fun. With over 90 bespoke stalls at this Iconic market location in…
Bulli Village Easter Sunday Market. This market is during the Easter school holidays and will be fun for the kids to enjoy. Easter egg Hunt on the Global Green at 11am. You will find over 90 bespoke stalls at this Iconic market location in the Northern suburbs of the Illawarra. It is a great place…
Get ready, Nowra! Dogs in the Park NSW is bringing tails, treats, and tons of fun to the Nowra Showground – Main Oval. The event this year is featuring bigger and better dog competitions, more doggie market stalls, tasty food for the humans and on site vets and animal shelters. The much-loved South Coast Dachshund…
When: Thursday 14 September 2023 6.30pm for a 7pm start – 8.30pm Soon we will be asked in a Referendum whether to alter the Australian Constitution to recognise the First Peoples of Australia by creating a body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. To enable an informed choice, the Illawarra Centre for…
Club members will be selling jewellery, gemstones, cabochons, minerals, opals, findings, beads and fossils and lapidary equipment and items. A great day for the whole family, come and find something special.
The Northern Illawarra region has long been known for its art. Many fine artists have gravitated to the area due to its natural beauty, from the bush of the Royal and Dharawal National Parks to the magnificence of the landscape of the Illawarra Escarpment all surrounded by the Pacific Ocean. Come immerse yourself in the…
Red Point Arts has a monthly Makers’ Market which is an arts and craft market by members of Red Point Arts on the second Saturday of each month. Located in the courtyard at The Wentworth. Come and enjoy the beautiful grassed courtyard filled with art and craft stalls. You can visit open studios to see…
The Cultural Connections tour is brought to you by a collaboration with Gumaraa. Gumaraa is an Aboriginal cultural experience and education company that delivers authentic Indigenous experiences for all, based on the traditions of the Dharawal and Yuin Nation. Hear the stories of country & deep cultural significance of the land & waterways. In Kiama,…
Come along for our first ever beer festival at the iconic Wombarra Bowlo. We’ll be hosting 15 craft brewers for a great afternoon sampling a selection of craft beer. We’re located in the magical coastal setting of Wombarra when you can see the ocean from our bowling green, and where the Beerfest will be held.…
A Concert to Remember. PIANO MUSIC from SPAIN Enrique Granados | Isaac Albéniz | Manual de Falla Featured Artist: Annie Ma Concert Host: Ann Lehmann -Kuit An evocative, spirited and inspiring concert presented by Annie Ma who received her Bachelor of Music Performance with First Class Honours from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, under the…
The August Film Club will screen the Argentinian film Wild Tales, a visual anthology of six short stories that explore the extremities of human behaviour involving people in distress. Graham Thorburn has had a very long career in film and television, as an actor, producer, writer and academic, but principally as a director. He mostly…
Christine Sykes is launching her third book, The Tap Cats of the Sunshine Coast, in partnership with the South Coast Writers Centre. Christine will be in conversation with Caroline Baum at Coledale Community Hall with copies of her books available for sale on the day.
11th March 2022 – 27th March 2022 NAIDOC is the most significant celebration on the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander calendar, Australia wide. It is time for celebrations of Aboriginal people, culture and resilience. The inaugural Illawarra Aboriginal Art Trail, during NAIDOC is about reaching out to all the community and inviting people to enjoy…
Sunset Cinema returns to Wollongong this summer! Back just in time for the holiday season, Sunset Cinema is lighting up the stunning Wollongong Botanic Garden with its signature mix of new releases, festive favourites and family films under the stars. Kicking off with two weeks of Christmas flicks, get into the holiday spirit with Love…
The Wollongong Makers Market is a gathering of creators of artisan goods, showcasing their unique and wonderful work at the University of Wollongong Innovation Campus in North Wollongong. The market features a variety of handmade items such as jewellery, pottery, blacksmithing, fine art, sewing, knitting, fashion design, woodwork, and more. It’s a great opportunity to…
