A vibrant new arts program is bringing live music, markets, exhibitions and workshops to North Sydney this winter.
North Sydney Council has launched its first-ever unified winter arts program, offering a season of free and ticketed events across May, June and July that celebrate culture, creativity and community.
The North Sydney Arts: Winter Program features a packed calendar of live music, exhibitions, workshops, markets and cultural celebrations - including the Gai-mariagal Festival, Pride Month events, the Primrose Park Artist Studios and Arts & Craft Centre Open Day and the popular Coal Loader Artisans Market.
Held across multiple venues in the local government area, the program invites residents and visitors to connect with local artists, engage in hands-on creative experiences and enjoy the vibrancy of North Sydney’s cultural life during the colder months.
Mayor Zoë Baker said the program offers a unique opportunity for the community to come together through shared experiences.
“Winter is a great season to come together through music, art, performance and shared experiences. The North Sydney Arts: Winter Program honours the voices and stories that shape who we are and invites everyone to be part of that journey.”
Program highlights include:
Gai-mariagal Festival, 26 May to 13 July
Celebrate First Nations culture through a rich program of free events, including film screenings, art exhibits, storytelling and family-friendly activities.
Pride Month
Join us at Stanton Library this Pride Month for rainbow-themed Storytime, a sparkly Family Pride Party, and an inspiring evening with acclaimed queer poets. Throughout June, the Council Chambers and Library will shine in rainbow colours as a symbol of support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Primrose Park Artist Studios and Arts & Craft Centre Open Day, Sunday 22 June
Discover a hidden creative hub nestled in Cremorne’s Primrose Park. Meet resident artists, join an Artist Q&A, and take part in drop-in sessions including painting, collage, textiles, photography, recycled materials sculpture, and much more. Enjoy live music from the wonderful Classical Guitar Society of Sydney.
Coal Loader Artisans Market, Sunday 22 June
Explore a vibrant showcase of local art, design, fashion, and eco-friendly products at one of Sydney’s premier artisan markets, set against the historic Coal Loader backdrop.