Summer is quickly approaching, so we’re making the most of the final month of spring. This month, Sydney boasts a wide variety of community events with great causes – such as Remembrance Day commemorative ceremonies, active outdoor charity fundraisers, and family-friendly Christmas concerts! No matter your interests, or your budget, there’s a November activity waiting for you.

Pittwater Paddle
Sunday 4th November
Winnererremy Bay, Mona Vale

There are three events taking place as part of the Pittwater Paddle in 2018:

• The ORIGINAL Pittwater Paddle: an 8.4km paddling event for elite or recreational paddlers
• The Pittwater FAMILY Paddle: A shorter 3.6km paddling event for families and less experienced paddlers
• The NEW Pittwater Sprint: A 1km sprint for elite and experienced paddlers.

Even if you’re not much of a paddler, there will be plenty of food and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. By registering for this event, you will be helping the NBI support children living with disabilities.

Click here to find out more. 

Remembrance Day
Sunday 11th November
Manly

On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, we take time to remember those who have died or suffered during war and armed conflict. Remembrance Day this year is especially significant, as Sunday 11^th November 2018 marks the 100^th anniversary of the Armistice that ended World War I. All members of the community are welcome to attend this commemorative ceremony at Manly War Memorial, commencing at 10:45am.

Click here to find out more. 

Just for Laughs Sydney
Tuesday 20th November – Sunday 25th November
Sydney Opera House and beyond

Looking for laughs this November? Just For Laughs comedy festival brings world-renowned comedians to Sydney for a week of exclusive performances. This year’s Just For Laughs line-up includes: Whose Line is it Anyway Stars: Colin, Brad & Greg; Ken Jeong (from Crazy Rich Asians and The Hangover); Bill Bailey, Fortune Feimster & more!

Click here to find out more. 

Finders Keepers Sydney Markets
Friday 30th November – Sunday 2nd December
Barangaroo

Finders Keepers are hosting their Spring/Summer markets at The Cutaway, Barangaroo – accessible by ferry from Manly Wharf. With over 200 independent stalls, there will be something for everyone over this three-day event. Dedicated food and beverage stalls, bars, coffee carts and live music will keep you feeling energised as you shop products from talented Australian designers.

Click here to find out more.

Christmas in the City
Saturday 24th November
Martin Place

Christmas is coming, and we’re starting our celebrations early in the heart of Sydney – Martin Place! With live performances, great food, fireworks and plenty of street entertainment, this free event will get you and your family in the Christmas spirit. Santa stockings will be available to purchase, with proceeds going to Variety – The Children’s Charity.

Click here to find out more. 

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the events Sydney has to offer! 

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Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

Hello October, the heat is turning up as Summer is nearing. We’ve got plenty of outdoor events and activities that will get you out and about and enjoying the sunshine, perfect now that the days are longer thanks to Daylight Savings! Whether you’re looking for family fun activities or date night ideas, there’s something for everyone!

The Brookvale Show
Saturday 20th October
Brookvale Oval

It’s Brookvale Showtime! Free family fun on the Northern Beaches with entertainment, rides and thrills. Brookvale Show will feature a whole new emphasis on kid-friendly activities, inflatable rides, circus shows and main stage entertainment so you can experience the fun! Come for lunch and enjoy fantastic flavours from a variety of food trucks with a great mix of healthy and festive food choices. It’s sure to be a great family day out!

Night Noodle Markets
Thursday 4th October – Sunday 21st October
Hyde Park

Back and bigger than ever, the Night Noodle Markets will showcase over 40 different stalls including the likes of Mr Bao, Grumpy G’s Kitchen, Hoi Pinoy, Chat Thai and Chur Burger. For dessert, Gelato Messina will be back with a menu of pure wonder, Black Star Pastry will return for another year and Donut Papi will make its first appearance. Hyde Park will be transformed into ‘Hyde Park Palms’ inspired by California’s Palm Springs and will host a bunch of talks, parties and feasts. Make sure you’re hungry when you arrive because you’ll probably want to try everything!

Sculpture By The Sea 
Thursday 18th October – Sunday 4th November
Bondi to Tamarama Coastal Walk

See the spectacular coastal walk transformed into a 2km long sculpture park over three weeks featuring 
100 sculptures by artists from Australia and across the world. This free to the public exhibition captures the imagination of Sydney and its visitors and is the largest annual sculpture exhibition in the world.

Wellness Walk
Sunday 21st October 
Government House for start and finish

Get out for a walk and increase your physical activity while showing your support for people living with mental illness, their families and carers. Choose between the 2km walk around the beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens or a 5.9km across the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and back. At the start and finish line you can enjoy the Wellness Festival, arrive early for pre-event activities and live music, then celebrate your achievement post-event with prizes, a BBQ and further entertainment on the picturesque grounds of Government House Sydney.

Women’s Stand Up Paddleboard Workshop
Saturday 13th October
Manly Kayak Centre

One for the ladies! Be guided through all the key areas of stand up paddleboarding with experienced instructors. The lesson includes 1 hour of instruction where you will learn balance, body alignment and stroke technique before progressing onto more advanced techniques. Followed by 1 hour of general hire so you can put your new skills to the test and explore beautiful Manly Cove at your own pace.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the events Sydney has to offer! 

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

It’s finally Spring! The start of warm weather and longer days. After a chilly Winter we are super excited to get out and about in Manly to enjoy all the beaches, bars and restaurants. We’re looking forward to jumping on the ferry to explore Sydney and enjoy what this beautiful city has to offer!

Here are a few events that are happening during September we think would make for a fun day or night out!

Manly Jazz
Saturday 29th September – Monday 1st October
Manly Beach

The annual Manly Jazz Music Festival is back with performances in multiple indoor and outdoor venues including major stages alongside famous Manly Beach. Enjoy the sounds of traditional New Orleans jazz, funk, Latin, fusion, blues, gospel, swing and roots. A real celebration of sound, but also a celebration of Australia’s beach culture. Gather your friends and family for a weekend of good food, great times and funky tunes.

Jersey Boys
Wednesday 29th August – Thursday 1st November
Capitol Theatre 

There is no shortage of shows and musicals to see in Sydney. Jersey Boys tells the true-life story and the rise to stardom of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons who were one of the most successful bands in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide – all before they were thirty! This one is said to be unforgettable!

The Book of Mormon 
Wednesday 28th February – Sunday 21st October
Lyric Theatre

We told you there’s plenty of musicals on show in Sydney! The New York Times calls it “the best musical of this century.”

The Book of Mormon is an outrageous musical comedy following the misadventures of a mismatched pair of Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that’s about as far from Salt Lake City as you can get. Hurry and catch it before it finishes up in Sydney!

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the events Sydney has to offer! 

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

Who else is shocked about how quickly this year has gone? We definitely are! We’re almost about to say goodbye to Winter and welcome in Spring. But before we can do that, there are still plenty of things happening out and about to get excited for! If you’re up for a little spontaneous getaway, there’s still time to take advantage of our Winter Special!
Stay 3 nights and receive $150 off your stay.
But hurry, it’s only valid for check-ins before August 31st! Enquire here or call (02) 9977 2299.

Taste of the Beaches
Sunday 19th August
Winnererremy Bay (also known as Flying Fox Park) Mona Road, Mona Vale

Mark the end of Winter at this unmissable event. The Taste of the Beaches is back once again bringing gourmet delights from some of the finest local cafes and restaurants to Mona Vale’s picturesque Winnererremy Bay. The festival is complimented by the Mudgee Wine Region providing an intimate cellar door experience alongside some of Northern Beaches’ own local craft brewers, hello 4 Pines!

Sydney Dog Lovers Show
Saturday 4th August – Sunday 5th August
Royal Hall of Industries & The Hordern Pavilion

As the name would suggest, this one is for all you dog lovers out there! The show is a tribute to our favourite furry friends and the unconditional love we have for them. Expect a showcase of the most talented sporting canines, headline shows and talks, tributes to wonderful hero dogs and loads more. Celebrate, learn and interact with our best friends at the happiest place on earth!

Alphabetical Sydney: Creative Lab
Wednesday 11th July – Sunday 12th August
Museum of Sydney

This one is great for the kids! Let their imagination run wild in this creative laboratory full of the sights and sounds of Sydney. The Creative Lab is an interactive exhibition that celebrates all that is Sydney, from A to Z. There are a series of creative activities designed to capture your imagination and encourage you to think about the icons, suburbs and wondrous magic of this city.

Sculpture at Barangaroo
Sunday 5th August – Monday 20th August
Barangaroo Reserve

In partnership with Sculpture by the Sea, Barangaroo Reserve will be transformed into an open-air sculpture park to capture the delights of Sydney. The exhibition will showcase 14 artworks from 15 Australian artists including senior, established and emerging artists. This family friendly event will engage the senses of visitors as they explore the sculpture trail.

City2Surf
Sunday 12th August
Hyde Park to Bondi Beach

This event is definitely going to get your blood pumping, it’s the biggest fun run of the year! Wether you’re a serious runner, jogger, walker, pusher or want to join in for the first time, you better start training now for the hills on this 14km run! There are 80,000 participants each year raising money for various charities. Gather your friends and family and take on the challenge!

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the events Sydney has to offer! 

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

Really feeling that cold winter frost? Since we’re now smack bang in the middle of winter it can be hard to find motivation to get out and explore. But Sydney doesn’t stop when it gets a little cold, the winter events are pumping this July so we’ve put together a few of our favourite ones we think you should check out! This is also the perfect opportunity for you to take advantage of our Winter Special which lets you stay for 3 nights at Manly Surf Side and receive $150 off your booking! Enquire here!

Bastille Festival Sydney
July 12th – July 15th
Circular Quay

Sydney’s annual Bastille-inspired celebration of food, wine and art is back for another year! This four day celebration will unite people in the spirit of Bastille Day. This years event will not only take over Circular Quay, but expand into The Rocks as well. Attendees can expect fire twirlers, magicians, opera singers and salsa dancers in a lineup that includes live concerts, cabaret and street performances and DJ sets. But the entertainment isn’t the only thing to look forward to, a delicious assortment of specialty food, beer and wine will keep you well fed with energy levels high so you can keep watching and exploring. If previous years are anything to go by, Bastille Festival will be an epic showcase of food, wine and art.

Christmas in July Market 
July 12th – July 15th
The Rocks

Can’t wait to start celebrating or just dying to experience a wintery Christmas? Head down to The Rocks this July for their French-inspired Christmas in July markets, set to run alongside the Bastille Festival. The Christmas spirit will take over the streets of The Rocks and twelve wooden chalets will be shipped in from France to make it feel as authentic as possible. These little shacks will be set up with vendors serving up mulled wine and an array of amazing Christmas pop up shops. The markets open at 11am each day but it’s when the sun goes down that the magic starts. Get lost in The Rocks and let them transport you to France’s most famous winter markets.

Igloos on the Pier
May 25th – August 31st
Pier One Sydney Harbour

Transparent igloos have popped up at Pier One and one of them has it’s very own hot tub! If you’ve been hankering for wintery waterside drinks but aren’t brave enough to face the cold, this could be your solution! These transparent dome shaped structures can be hired for yourself and up to 15 friends as long as you’re willing to indulge in a few cocktails, glasses of champagne and snacks from the Igloos on the Pier menu. You will be provided with fluffy robes, slippers and a change room and regular non-hot tub igloos are available too. Enjoy the winter sunsets and experience the hotel’s iconic Sydney location looking over Sydney Harbour and Walsh Bay.

Skating At Sydney Festival
June 29th – July 22nd
St Mary’s Cathedral Forecourt

Sydney winters aren’t known for ice and snow but that doesn’t mean we can’t offer anything of the sort. St Mary’s Cathedral forecourt will become a winter wonderland thanks to the return of the Skating At Sydney Festival. Ice skate under the sun or stars and enjoy rides, music, food and more right in the heart of the CBD for the ultimate winter activity.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the Winter events! 

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

If you haven’t already, you must go and see Vivid for its 10th year of spectacular lights, music and ideas. Running over 23 nights ending on the 16th of June there are so many installations to check out all across Sydney – both free and paid events. It’s only a short ferry ride over to Circular Quay where you can enjoy a cheeky craft beer from Manly’s very own 4 Pines Brewery!  Also this is a great time to take advantage of our current Winter special – stay 3 nights and receive $150 off your stay! Enquire here!

Skylark
25th May – 16th June
Sydney Harbour Bridge and Circular Quay
Free

Skylark, created by Ian Reed of 32 Hundred Lighting, is a vast play of light incorporating interactive lighting of the bridge and Circular Quay skyscrapers. For the first time in Sydney Vivid history it incorporates a new, custom-built laser double the strength of any laser ever seen in Sydney Harbour. It will be positioned on top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and its beams will reach all around the Harbour.

The Garden of Sweeties
25th May – 16th June
The Rocks
Free

A magical installation that is very popular with the kids, The Garden of Sweeties invites families and children to learn more about renewable energy in the form of solar panels, luminescent powder and mechanical energy. Represented in lollipops, striped candy canes and sweets scattered across a green corner of First Fleet Park.

Tumbalong Lights
25th May – 16th June
Darling Harbour
Free

Tumbalong Lights is a collection of four under the sea themed installations to allow families and children to interact in awe and inspire fun and playfulness. The experiences will enchant children and those who are just young at heart with its innovative and inclusive design principles. Friday and Saturday nights will also feature a fireworks display at 8pm.

Purple Sneakers 12th Birthday
16th June
The Landsdowne Hotel
From $25

Starting as a weekly party featuring emerging club music, Purple Sneakers is back celebrating their 12th birthday as an official part of the Vivid festival. Their purpose is to showcase emerging club music from Australia and all around the world, they are the centre of a forward thinking, music loving community.

Iron & Wine
25th – 26th May
Sydney Opera House
From $49

Indie folk legend Sam Beam, aka Iron & Wine is back after four years from his sold out Opera House debut. He opens Vivid LIVE with two intimate performances spanning his 16 year classic song writing career.

Game Changer: Dan Goods – NASA & CREATIVITY
3rd June
City Recital Hall
From $25

If you want to see how science and creativity come together then this is the talk for you! Dan Goods is the director of the Museum of Awe and the visual strategist for NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. You don’t even need to be a scientist, artist or a designer to appreciate his work, he likes to remind people of the beauty and gift of being alive.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Stay out of the hustle and bustle of busy Sydney city and stay right across Manly beach, it’s only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the Vivid events! 

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

May already? This year is flying by! We’ve gathered up some of the best events happening around Sydney in the month of May for you to check out, but what we’re most excited for is the Taste of Manly festival happening at the end of this month!

Priscilla Queen of the Desert – The Musical 

Starting on May 15th until mid July, this blockbuster musical is coming back to town with more glitter than ever for its 10th anniversary celebration tour! Featuring an array of more than 500 award winning costumes, 200 headdresses and non stop dance floor classics. Priscilla is the epic journey of three friends who hop on board an old bus headed to Alice Springs to put on the show of a lifetime. Priscilla will be held at The Capitol Theatre and tickets are on sale now! Click here for more info and to buy your tickets.

Samsung Powers Sunrise on the Steps

Experience the Sydney Opera House like never before and find your focus to start the day. Choose between circuit (Tuesday and Thursday) and yoga (Wednesday and Friday) classes overlooking Sydney Harbour just as the sun is rising. If you’re going to exercise in the morning, this is the way to do it! Classes run for approximately one hour starting at 7am. Click here for more info and to book your tickets.

Sydney Writers Festival 

Australia’s biggest celebration of writing and ideas, the Sydney Writers Festival is bringing some of the biggest names in literature to Sydney for one week of inspiring talks, panels and performances. Running from the 30th of April until the 6th of May at Carriageworks. There will also be events all across Sydney from Town Hall and the Recital Hall in the city centre to suburban Sydney and the Blue Mountains. Click here to check out the full program and to buy your tickets.

Taste of Manly 

And now for the main event! The Taste of Manly festival will be on the weekend of the 26th and 27th of May for its 32nd year of showcasing all thats great about Manly’s ever changing food scene. If you love drinking fine wines and local beers, nibbling on delicious food and listening to live music in the sunshine then this one is for you! Set on the stunning beachfront of Manly there will be over 16 restaurant cuisines and over 15 beer and wine stalls. A must for all you foodies out there! Click here for more info.

Vivid Sydney

Vivid Sydney’s multi-award-winning festival of light, music and ideas returns for the 10th spectacular year in 2018, to illuminate Sydney with mesmerising new light art and projections and deliver a fresh new program of music and ideas. Explore the brilliant Light Walk, stretching for 2kms along the harbour foreshore from The Rocks to the Sydney Opera House and Royal Botanic Garden. Discover more breathtaking light art at Barangaroo and Darling Harbour, along with the city’s Kings Cross, Chatswood and Taronga Zoo.

Manly Market Place

Meander in the sunshine, lose yourself in intrigue, find yourself at Manly Market Place. Unique open-air markets showcasing emerging design, fashion, gifts. The laneway of Sydney Road, right in the heart of Manly, transforms into a hive of activity every Saturday and Sunday as locally made is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

Experience the family friendly atmosphere with whimsical entertainment for young and old. Soak up the surrounds of inspiring boutique shops, bars and restaurants in and around our local seaside village.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a little getaway to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Situated right across Manly beach, it’s the best place to spend the weekend for the Taste of Manly festival and only a short ferry ride straight to the city to enjoy all the special events throughout May.

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

What if April fools doesn’t exist and its actually been the longest prank ever…Kidding!
Or are we ?

April is here and we are so excited for the cooler weather to start rolling in. Pull out your old winter wardrobe and start working on your colour pairing skills because its layering season!

Crisp air and sunny days are what April is all about, so don’t let the chill keep you inside the beach is beautiful this time of year for refreshing coastal walks to sun covered beach picnics, enjoy what Autumn has to share with you.

Luna Park Rooftop Cinema 

Back by popular demand Luna Park Rooftop Cinema is back for it’s third season! Catch cinematic hits La La Land, Baby Driver, The Greatest Showman, I Tonya and many more!
Collect your own set of headphones upon arrival for perfect listening and sink into a deluxe Matt Blatt Seat with some popcorn and enjoy an evening under the stars!

Mother’s Day Classic

The Mother’s Day classic is an annual breast cancer research fundraising run/walk of various lengths! Over $33 million has been raised through this event over it’s 21 years of duration. With 1.27M participants this event is nothing short of spectacular. Do something to benefit all women this Mother’s Day and sign Mum and yourself up to do this event together and help improve the lives of women suffering from breast cancer.

Register here.

However, if a run isn’t quite up your alley then The Ivanhoe in Manly is open for Mother’s Day with an extensive menu sure to cater for all your mum’s feel good food needs. Book your reservation here so you don’t miss out.

Sydney Comedy Festival 

Sydney Comedy Festival returns to Sydney Town Hall with our most exciting program yet! Just a 20 minute ferry trip from Manly.
The jam packed program takes over the venue on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 May and offers something for everyone!
Find out more about the program here!

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a mini vacation to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Situated right across Manly beach, spend the weekend and ride the ferry straight to the city and enjoy all the special events throughout March.

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

Summer is starting to fade, but don’t give up on it yet! Keep your beach towels in tow for those warmer days and start saying hello to light cardigans, scarves and umbrellas for the Autumn coming. Crisp, fresh air is what makes people love enjoying those coastal brisk walks. If you’re feeling bittersweet that there will be less opportunities for afternoon drinks in the sun at the beach, never fear! For there are a heap of March events across Sydney and the Northern Beaches to keep you entertained and loving the changing season throughout March.

Sydney Royal Easter Show

The Sydney Royal Easter Show delights people of all ages with the biggest celebration of the country in the city. At the show you’ll be able to enjoy honoured traditions like meeting farmyard animals, watching agricultural competitions and devouring delicious food. Plus there’s a host of new and exciting activations that promise to entertain and delight.

Click here to find out more details of the event

Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour

Experience the romance of the original Bohemian love story at the magnificent Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour. You’ll taste the best of Sydney in a single night out: food, fireworks, singing and spectacle under the stars.
They open the site at 5pm, so arrive as the sun is setting over the city skyline and take in the view with a glass of bubbles as dusk falls. Meet for dinner at one of the pop-up bars and restaurants, then sit back in a grandstand at the water’s edge and immerse yourself in Puccini’s passionate music.

For more info, click here.

The Beaches Market

A Farmers and Produce market in Warriewood, Sydney. Come and buy the freshest produce and food. Products include local honey, local and imported specialty cheeses, fish, meat, olive oils, bread, plants and flowers… the list goes on and on.

You can bring your dog with you but not into the market area, there is a ‘Dog Parking Area’ where there is water and limited shade available. Easy Parking and Wheel Chair Accessible.

For stall information and locations, click here.

Carriageworks Farmers Market

This weekend market (opens 8:00AM) is well-worth the trip for its range of seasonal produce, including organic and bio-dynamic foods from farmers and producers from across New South Wales. The markets are curated by Aussie chef Mike McEnearney, formerly of Kitchen by Mike.

Look out for superstar chef Kylie Kwong there every week behind the steamers at the Billy Kwong stand… her plump and fluffy pork buns all drizzled with chilli are a must.

To find out more, click here.

Martine Emdur: Shimmer

For all you art lovers, visit the Manly Art Gallery and Museum to view Martine Emdur’s beautiful paintings of the fluidity of human nature. Be engrossed in Emdur’s unique application of light and shadow with each brush stroke.

The gallery opens daily at 10:00AM, closing at 5:00PM

For more info, click here.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a mini vacation to visit wonderful events around Sydney and the Northern Beaches. Situated right across Manly beach, spend the weekend and ride the ferry straight to the city and enjoy all the special events throughout March.

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au

We are well and truly into 2018 now! It’s the second month in and February marks the last month of Summer so while we’re all making the most of our last few warm weekends, we’re also getting ready to celebrate the month of love with Valentine’s Day coming up right around the corner. If you’re struggling to plan the perfect date then you’re in luck! We’ve found a few great events that could be perfect for your special someone.

Valentine’s Day Cruise

Cruises are a popular option for celebrating Valentine’s Day. It has everything you’d want in an extra special date, a gourmet meal, an intimate setting and stunning views of the harbour. Captain Cook Cruises are offering a great range of Valentine’s Day cruise options that are sure to spoil your loved one!

For more info and to book, click here.

Ferris Wheel Dining

If you’re looking for something a little more different and fun, then dinner on a ferris wheel could be the one for you! Begin the evening at The Deck restaurant with sparkling wine and Amuse Bouche before hopping onto your private carriage where you will enjoy a 3 course meal aboard the ferris wheel at Luna Park and watch as the sun sets over gorgeous Sydney Harbour. But the night won’t end there, after disembarking the ferris wheel you are invited back to The Deck for tea, coffee and petit fours.

For the full menu and to book click here.

Moonlight Cinema

Outdoor cinemas are the epitome of an Aussie summer date! If you’re not into anything fancy and just want something relaxed and casual, pick a movie and enjoy the open summer sky cuddled up with your loved one. Located at Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Park, the Moonlight Cinema has advanced screenings, summer blockbusters and cult classics for everyone to enjoy. But it isn’t the cinema without snacks! The Moonlight Food Truck will be serving up a range of different snacks and hot food so you don’t go hungry.

For the program and to buy tickets click here.

Cupid’s Undie Run

While this one may not be the romantic Valentine’s Day date you were looking for, it’s for a good cause and will be lots of fun if you dare to bare! Cupid’s Undie Run is a 1.5km run to raise money for the Children’s Tumour Foundation of Australia and yep you guessed it, you run in your undies! Now of course not everyone is willing to run in nothing but their undies so you are encouraged to dress up in anything you find comfortable but still stand out in the crowd. Think tutus, superhero costumes and fairy wings. So grab your partner or a bunch of your single friends and dress up… or down!

Click here to register.

Manly Surf Side is the perfect location for a romantic weekend away with a loved one. Situated right across Manly beach, spend the weekend together and ride the ferry straight to the city and enjoy all the special events for Valentine’s Day.

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Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.00pm, Saturday and Sunday 9.00 am – 12.00 pm

Telephone: (+61 2) 9977 2299

Email: bookings@manlysurfside.com.au