Seven ways to kick off the festive season

Start summer with a bang at one of our many events. Here are our top picks to mark on your family schedule for December.

Ocean Festival 5 – 12 December Dive into seven days of events, encounters and experiences to celebrate our love of the ocean. Join kayak tours, learn about local Aboriginal history and culture, and discover some of the amazing creatures that live in our rock platforms. Find out more.

Christmas by the Beach 10 December, 5pm – 7.30pm, James Meehan Reserve Bring your friends, family and picnic rug down to Dee Why Beach to enjoy all your favourite carols and a children's Christmas show headlined by PAW Patrol pups. Bring your own picnic, grab local takeaway or choose something delicious from a range of food vendors operating onsite. There are COVID capacity restrictions so be sure to be there when gates open to avoid disappointment.  Find out more.

Environmental Art and Design Prize Until 12 December Explore this inspiring exhibition of works by over 220 Australian artists and designers responding to the environment, our natural world and offering creative solutions for a positive and greener future.  Find out more

Ian Stenlake in Celebrate it’s Christmas 15 December, Glen Street Theatre Join Australian television and musical theatre star Ian Stenlake for an evening of traditional carols blended with contemporary Christmas songs, as well as lots of laughs. This show is just the ticket to celebrate all things yuletide. Find out more

Avalon Car Boot Sale 19 December, Dunbar Park Avalon With plenty of pre-loved items on offer, this is your chance to grab a bargain for yourself or a Christmas gift for friends and family.  Find out more

New Year’s Eve fireworks 31 December Ring in the New Year with fireworks at one of four local venues. The Manly, Dee Why and Belrose fireworks will start at 9pm, with the Bayview time to be confirmed. Find out more.