OCTOBER 18   Embark on a musical journey through Neil Diamond’s legendary and timeless albums. Hot August Night, The Jazz Singer and Jonathan Livingston Seagull will be brought to life by a 30-piece symphony orchestra and international artist, Peter Byrne. Dee Why RSL $70 deewhyrsl.com.au ...

OCTOBER 12-DECEMBER 1   Dear Evan Hansen is the raw, moving and inspiring story of a socially anxious high-schooler who is suddenly thrust into the spotlight when he inadvertently invents an important role for himself at the centre of a local tragedy. Roslyn...

OCTOBER 31-NOVEMBER 2   The Brick will open its haunted doors for three nights of eerie entertainment. For just a $20 donation, you’ll gain entry to a spine-tingling adventure filled with creepy installations, eerie soundtracks, and a plethora of surprises. Creepy dolls, psychedelic...

Take a positive step towards a cancer-free future on 20 October If there was ever a way to see Sydney Harbour in all its glory, this is the way to do it. The annual 7 Bridges Walk is a fundraiser for...

Celebrate the new North Sydney CBD this 2 November with a free, all-ages event  North Sydney is celebrating the latest phase of North Sydney’s redevelopment with its inaugural North Sydney Festival – a full day of free music, art, creativity and...

Groove to local and international artists at the Northern Beaches Music Festival Get set to enjoy the best local and international artists live on stage this 2 and 3 November for a weekend of performances, food and fun at Narrabeen. Multi-genre world...

UNTIL SEPTEMBER 29   This exhibition examines the profound impact of rituals on culture, community and daily life. It also explores the deeply personal ways individuals can create and enact their own ritual practices. Art Space on The Concourse Free visitchatswood.com.au ...

Spring is coming, and it’s time for the North Shore to come alive and ‘emerge’ from winter with a wide variety of outdoor activities, music and fun for the whole family at the Emerge Festival. From 1 September to 13 October,...

The countdown has begun for Manly Jazz 2024. Kicking off from 20 to 22 September the festival will see the much-anticipated return of renowned artist James Valentine to the line-up. Hosted by Northern Beaches Council, Australia’s longest-running jazz festival will bring over...

See a stellar line-up of authors in Avalon The second Northern Beaches Readers Festival, which will be held from 27 to 29 September in Avalon, offers a wide range of author talks and panels to suit every reader, whatever their preferred...