The award winning Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival is back in 2019, bringing you a festival all about food, flowers and feeling good.

The 2019 Sydney Blossom Festival will be held across 9 days commencing on Saturday 17 August and continuing to Sunday 25 August 2019. 

Auburn Botanic Gardens open from 9am - 5pm.

There are different themes and entertainment for weekends and weekdays so be sure to pick a day that's best for you.

For further information, visit Cumberland City Councils website here.

Blacktown City Mayor Stephen Bali said; “It's really important that any artist whether you're a local established artist... or if you're an emerging artist... just jump on; it's an expression of interest, let us know that you're out there.”

Blacktown City Council has developed the Warrick Lane Public Art Plan and is calling for expressions of interest from artists to undertake public art projects within the Warrick Lane precinct.

For more information about how to express your interest, go to Blacktown City Councils website.

Sydney Wildlife is an organisation dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing sick, injured and orphaned native animals. In order to do this, they require more volunteers to care for Sydney's Wildlife, especially carers in Western Sydney, where more volunteers are required.

If this sounds like something you are interested in, why not have a look at attending Sydney Wildlife's next training session, held on the 10th and 11th August, from 8:30am to 4:30pm, in Londonderry. Following your training, you will become licensed by National Parks and Wildlife to care for the wildlife, and you will be fully insured. 

The cost of training covers the cost of equipment you will need.

Sydney Wildlife receive over 13, 000 calls for help each year, and they need your help to care for Sydney's Wildlife. If you're looking for more information, visit their website, email training@sydneywildlife.org.au or call 02 9413 4300. 

The traffic free marathon circuit makes it one the world’s most unique. The Marathon, Half Marathon, 10 km and 5 km events will be run on the Westlink M7 Shared Pathway and IAAF/AIMS Certified Accurate and member of AIMS (Association of International Marathons and Distance Races). 

For more information about the event and registration details, visit Blacktown City Council's website.

When: Saturday, 27 July 2019 | 09:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Where: Doonside CBD

Blacktown City Council's annual Doonside Festival 2019 will be held from 9 am - 3 pm Saturday 27th July, with a range of activities and entertainment, including stalls, stage performers, rides and workshops.

For more information, visit Blacktown City Council's website

When: 5-21 July 2019
Where: Price Alfred Square, Parramatta

Sydney's biggest winter festival will return to Parramatta for 17-days of magical winter fun
from 5-21 July.

Prince Alfred Square is set to transform into an idyllic winter wonderland, featuring an open-air ice-skating rink, illuminated Ferris Wheel, carnival rides, night markets, cabaret shows, live music, alpine food village, interactive workshops, themed nights and more. There is something for everyone to enjoy!

The opening night of the festival on Friday 5 July will feature a dazzling Ice Queen slilt-walking display, and unlimited carnival and ice-skating rides for just $35 per person.

​The Alpine Food Village will have an array of delicious food options from stalls such as a Blackbear BBQ, Zahara Grill, Waffle Pops and Gelato Messina.

Winterlight's popular Theme Nights are set to make a return this year, running every Thursday
throughout the duration of the program. Make a love song dedication to your ice-skating partner during Date Night on Thursday 11 July, or cover yourself in glow-in-the-dark paint for Neon Night on Thursday 18 July.

​For more information on the full Winterlight Program, visit winterlight.com.au

The Way Out West Children’s Festival is the premier interactive festival celebrating young people’s curiosity and imagination, in partnership with some of Australia’s leading artists creating work with, by and for young people.
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The 2019 WOW Festival is a five-day event held in one of Australia’s most unique arts centres, the Casula Powerhouse in July. The WOW Festival invites you to dive into the packed program of theatre, interactive installations, dance, music, literature, food, yoga, workshops and FREE family events guaranteed to inspire joy, creativity and curiosity.
 
Bookings for some events are essential so secure your spot and book now! Please don't hesitate to contact Box Office on (02) 8711 7123 if you have any questions regarding bookings. 

for more information, visit www.wayoutwestfestival.com.au

When: Saturday 25th May

The Streets Alive and Parade Day will bring an array of colour to the Blacktown CBD.  Featuring 6 performance and activities areas, art and craft stalls, free amusement rides, animal displays, dog shows, wildlife displays, roving entertainment, and plenty of attractions for the entire family to enjoy.

SWR Triple 9 FM will be broadcasting LIVE from the festivities. We will be located at Stage 3 (in front of Max Webber Library). Make sure you say g'day to the team!

Commencing at 11 am, a vibrant and spectacular street parade will travel through the CBD, showcasing Blacktown’s multiculturalism, our history and emergency services.
Headlining the 2019 event will be Stan Walker, performing live at 1pm on the Main stage. 

​For more information about the Festival, visit Blacktown Council's website.

Sydney Build has firmly established the reputation as one of the leading and largest construction and design shows in all of Australia. Sydney Build is free to attend and features 15,000+ registered attendees, 150+ speakers, 250+ exhibitors and extensive networking. We bring to you 5 events in 2 days so you can keep up with the newest innovations in the industry.

WHEN: 14th - 15th March 2019
WHERE: Hordern Pavilion & Royal Hall of Industries - Moore Park
HOW MUCH: FREE!

More info: www.sydneybuildexpo.com