Events
Missed an online event? Watch recordings of past talks and workshops.
If your organisation is looking to promote an upcoming event you can share your good news on social media or through community networks and local organisations and media Wentworth Courier, The Beast, Eastside Radio and Eastern Suburbs Life.
Local businesses and community groups within the municipality can promote your community event on Council's free events calendar.
Promote your event with a canvas banner at one of two locations. Subject to space availability and suitability (community events supported by Council through our grants program, inclusive, free events that promote community connection).
What's On Woollahra: You can pick up your printed copy of the What's On Woollahra brochure, published every two months, at Woollahra Libraries, Council Chambers or download a PDF.
Week of 2 October 2023
HSC Help: VR Racing Simulator (12+ yrs)
Buckle up, step into the driver's seat and get ready for an adrenaline-fueled experience like no other! Our VR Racing Simulator is the ultimate thrill ride for lovers of speed.
Monday 2 October 2023, 12:00am-12:00am (Every day, until 22 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Bug Show - School Roadshow
A unique Bug Show is available for on-demand presentations to local schools to introduce the kids to the fascinating world of entomology.
Monday 2 October 2023, 9:00am-6:00pm (Every day, until 15 Dec. 2023)
On-demand at any Eastern Suburbs school
Holdsworth Social Support
Join social events designed to help you stay connected to people and services in your area, and enjoy new experiences.
Monday 2 October 2023, 9:00am-5:00pm (Every weekday, until further notice)
Various locations across the Eastern Suburbs
Leanne Thomas exhibition
Leanne Thomas is a Sydney based artist known for her floral oil paintings.
Monday 2 October 2023, 9:00am-5:00pm (Every day, until 2 Oct. 2023)
Art2Muse Gallery, 234 Jersey Road, Woollahra
Bub Hub
Monday, Thursday and Friday. Bub Hub is here for newborns to walkers, supporting you to build on your skills, knowledge and emotional connection with your child.
Monday 2 October 2023, 9:30am-12:00pm (Every day, until 31 Dec. 2023)
Holdsworth Community Centre, 64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra
Exhibition - Renee So: Provenance
Renee So’s idiosyncratic practice in ceramics and textiles is inspired by art history, museum collections and popular forms of gendered symbolism.
Monday 2 October 2023, 10:00am-5:00pm (Every day, until 19 Nov. 2023)
UNSW Galleries, Cnr of Oxford St and Greens Rd, Paddington
HSC Help: Table Tennis Breakout
Come and backhand away your HSC stress in the Youth Space at Woollahra Library at Double Bay with our table tennis pop-up!
Monday 2 October 2023, 3:00pm-9:00pm (Every day, until 9 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Rachel Howell exhibition
Growing up in Launceston, Rachel Howell has always been in awe of the natural beauty of Tasmania.
Tuesday 3 October 2023, 9:00am-5:00pm (Every day, until 16 Oct. 2023)
Art2Muse Gallery, 234 Jersey Road, Woollahra
Aged Care Reform Information Hub Launch
Come along to find out more about the recent aged care reforms and our upcoming information hubs.
Tuesday 3 October 2023, 10:00am-12:00am (Every week on Tuesday, until 3 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Paddington BYO Book Club
Read anything good lately? Want to enjoy a book club without sticking to a set reading list or schedule? Drop in to the BYO Book Club at Paddington Library!
Tuesday 3 October 2023, 10:30am-11:30am (Every month on the 1st Tuesday of the month, until 5 Dec. 2023)
Paddington Library, 247 Oxford Street, Paddington
School Holiday Fun: VR Play (10+ yrs)
Get ready for an immersive and exciting virtual reality experience at our VR Pop-up Play. You'll have the chance to explore virtual worlds and games while learning about the technology behind it.
Tuesday 3 October 2023, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Walking Group - Rose Bay
If you enjoy the outdoors and would like to get fit in a fun, social environment, be part of a walking group every Wednesday at Rose Bay.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 8:45am-9:45am (Every week on Wednesday, until further notice)
Depart from Rose Bay ferry wharf, Lyne Park, Rose Bay
Holdsworth Wellness Hub - 2023
Holdsworth Wellness Hub offers free allied health and in-home support while you wait for more formal support through My Aged Care.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 9:00am-1:00pm (Every 2 weeks on Wednesday, until 15 Dec. 2023)
Gaden, 334 Edgecliff Road (corner of Queen Street), Woollahra
Paddington Tai Chi Workshop
Engage the body and mind through a Tai Chi class. Join a qualified teacher from Sydney Vision Tai Chi Qi Gong Health as they share the benefits of this ancient form of Chinese exercise. Then get active as you partake in an introductory Tai Chi session
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 10:30am-11:30am (Every week on Wednesday, until 25 Oct. 2023)
Paddington Library, 247 Oxford Street, Paddington
School Holiday Fun: Musical Craft (5-12 yrs)
Bring your home or garden to life in our musical craft maker session as we create windchimes and rain sticks. Make music and art these school holidays.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 10:30am-11:30am
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Photography workshop for high school students - Grades 7-12
Join this workshop that will capture different views of Bellevue Hill through exploring street photography, abstract and portrait photography.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 2:00pm-4:00pm
Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, 548 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Backyard Habitat Workshop Series
Join our Backyard Habitat Workshop series for practical tips, inspiration and free plants to help you create a native garden that both you and local wildlife can enjoy.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 6:00pm-7:30pm
Online and in local backyards.
Writers & Readers: "Stone Yard Devotional" with Charlotte Wood in conversation with Michaela Kalowski
Join us for a conversation between Charlotte Wood and Michaela Kalowski as they discuss "Stone Yard Devotional", Charlotte’s new fiction novel which takes form as the 'diary' of a woman who has left her life in Sydney, burnt out in despair from her work as an environmental activist, and returned to the place of her childhood.
Wednesday 4 October 2023, 6:30pm-7:30pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
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Double Bay Tai Chi Workshop
Engage the body and mind through a Tai Chi class. Join a qualified teacher from Sydney Vision Tai Chi Qi Gong Health as they share the benefits of this ancient form of Chinese exercise. Then get active as you partake in an introductory Tai Chi session
Thursday 5 October 2023, 10:00am-11:00am (Every week on Thursday, until 12 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Walking Group - Centennial Park
If you enjoy the outdoors and would like to get fit in a fun, social environment, be part of a walking group every Thursday at Centennial Park.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 10:00am-11:00am (Every week on Thursday, until further notice)
Homestead Cafe (near the fountain), Grand Drive, Centennial Park
Double Bay Tech Connect Express
Join Woollahra Libraries volunteer staff for a free 20 minute one-on-one computer assistance session.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 11:00am-12:00pm (Every week on Thursday, until 14 Dec. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Free Speech Pathology Chats 2023
Free speech pathology chats for parents and/or caregivers who are encouraged to come with their questions about their child's communication skills.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 11:00am-12:00pm (Every week on Thursday, until 30 Dec. 2023)
Edgecliff Centre, 5/203-233 New South Head Rd, Edgecliff
Woolltones Choir
Join the Woolltones community choir and have fun. All singers welcome - new, nervous and returning.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 12:45pm-2:45pm (Every week on Thursday, until further notice)
Uniting Heart & Soul, Cnr Ocean & Forth Streets, Woollahra
School Holiday Fun: The Dinosaur Show (2-9 yrs)
Join in the fun with the wild wacky dinosaur family as Tapejara the Pterosaur (Tappy) takes children on this exciting musical theatre adventure. A simple storyline, with loads of action and involvement.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 1:30pm-2:15pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Y.A. Pride Book Club
Drop in and chat about books, films, culture and all things Rainbow. Celebrating youth, visibility, creativity and community.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 4:00pm-5:00pm (Every 2 weeks on Thursday, until 16 Nov. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
HSC Help: Mindfulness Meditation
Join us at the library during the HSC late night study evenings, with an experienced meditation teacher to help you de-stress during this busy period.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 5:00pm-6:30pm (Every week on Thursday, until 19 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
HSC Help: Paws Pet Therapy
Meet our canine friends from Paws Support for a pat and a chat. Definitely a great way to have HSC timeout before you hit the books!
Thursday 5 October 2023, 5:00pm-6:30pm (Every week on Thursday, until 19 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
HSC Help: 3 Minute Hand Massages
Hands sore from writing during the busy HSC period? Join us at the library for a mini hand massage while you study.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 5:30pm-7:30pm (Every week on Thursday, until 19 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
HSC Help: Mario Kart Stress Buster
HSC study is stressful, so play some Nintendo Switch Mario Kart in the Library Games Space to de-stress and socialise! Grab a controller and up to three friends and start racing.
Thursday 5 October 2023, 5:30pm-7:30pm (Every week on Thursday, until 19 Oct. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
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Walking Group - Rushcutters Bay
If you enjoy the outdoors and would like to get fit in a fun, social environment, be part of a walking group every Friday at Rushcutters Bay.
Friday 6 October 2023, 8:15am-9:30am (Every week on Friday, until further notice)
Depart from Rushcutters Bay kiosk, Rushcutters Bay Park, Rushcutters Bay
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Aged Care Reform Information Hub
Come along to weekly drop-in sessions facilitated by library staff to find out more about the recent aged care reforms.
Friday 6 October 2023, 9:00am-1:00pm (Every week on Friday, until 1 Dec. 2023)
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Tech Savvy Seniors: Introduction to Smart Phones & Tablets Part 2
In this two-part workshop, you will learn the basics of how to navigate your way around a smartphone and tablet with a touchscreen. You will also learn about apps, what they are, how to download them, and the costs associated with them.
Friday 6 October 2023, 10:30am-12:30pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
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Paddington Tech Connect Express
Join Woollahra Libraries volunteer staff for a free 20 minute one-on-one computer assistance session.
Friday 6 October 2023, 11:00am-12:00pm (Every week on Friday, until 15 Dec. 2023)
Paddington Library, 247 Oxford Street, Paddington
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School Holiday Fun: Friday Flicks - Sing 2 [PG]
Can-do koala Buster Moon and his all-star cast of animal performers prepare to launch a dazzling stage extravaganza in the glittering entertainment capital of the world in this Friday Flick!
Friday 6 October 2023, 1:30pm-3:30pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
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Watsons Bay Tech Connect Express
Join Woollahra Libraries volunteer staff for a free 20 minute one-on-one computer assistance session.
Friday 6 October 2023, 2:00pm-3:00pm (Every week on Friday, until 15 Dec. 2023)
Watsons Bay Library, 8 Marine Parade, Watsons Bay
Mental Health Month: Teacups, a short film screening with Alec Green & Finbar Watson
Join us for a private screening of Alec Green & Finbar Watson’s short film "Teacups" for Mental Health Month.
Friday 6 October 2023, 6:00pm-7:00pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay
Discover Sailing Open Day
Woollahra Sailing Club Open Day - experience, sailing, power-boat rides, various displays, Club tours, games and BBQ.
Saturday 7 October 2023, 10:00am-2:00pm
Woollahra Sailing Club, 2 Vickery Street, Rose Bay
Bay Street in Bloom
A stunning art installation featuring thousands of flowers, lovingly crafted by our local schools, community groups and businesses.
Saturday 7 October 2023, 12:00pm-4:00pm (Every weekend day, until 15 Oct. 2023)
Guilfoyle Park, 1A Guilfoyle Avenue, Double Bay
Real History Walking Tours: Watsons Bay
Walking tours of the picturesque Watsons Bay, immerse yourself in the interesting historical stories that form the suburb's colourful past.
Sunday 8 October 2023, 10:00am-11:30am (Every week on Sunday, until 29 Oct. 2023)
Macquarie Lighthouse, 181 Old South Head Road, Vaucluse NSW Australia
TedxYouth Reddam House “A Lightbulb Moment”
Join us for a day of inspirational speakers who share their stories and thoughts on the theme of “A Lightbulb Moment".
Sunday 8 October 2023, 10:00am-4:00pm
Woollahra Library, 451 New South Head Road, Double Bay