Good morning, Inner Westies. Welcome to this week's roundup of the Inner West's best events! From jazz festivals to artisan markets, noodle tours to antique fairs, we've curated a diverse selection of experiences to help you make the most of your weekend.

In today’s Inner West Guide:

Note: Please check to confirm details are accurate with venues, event providers, restaurants and pubs by clicking through to their site. Events are occasionally cancelled at the last minute and specials can change.

Grab your morning coffee and join us as we explore the Inner West together.

— Jess Thorning

Spicetown Leichhardt is a vibrant street food market celebrating diverse cuisines from around the world. With over 20 market stalls, it offers a unique culinary experience for families and food lovers alike. Spicetown is open every Thursday to Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM.

Head there this Saturday night for their big grand opening event, which includes a neon lion dance, face painting, balloon twisting, and live performances. Visit their website and Instagram for more information.

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🛝 Park Picnic @ Victoria Park: Surrounded by shady spots, a playground, swimming pool and cafe, this park is a great way to relax and enjoy the outdoors with the kids. The pond will be a big hit with the kids too. The Gardeners Lodge Cafe is a hidden gem. It’s got great food and a great outdoors space to soak up the pond view. The staff are the loveliest people you’ll ever meet. Buses service the area well. Parramatta Road, Broadway.

🎃 Marrickville Metro Halloween Activities: Marrickville Metro will be running Halloween Craft Workshops ($5 per child), Toddler Sensory Play and a Spooktacular Trick or Treat event. See website for dates, times & to register. Tickets are going fast.

❗ Kids D.I.Y @ Bunnings Rozelle & Ashfield: Join them for a weekend of fun, creative and imaginative arts and crafts to inspire and delight. Free. 11AM & 12 PM Saturday & Sunday. Book to ensure your spot (Rozelle & Ashfield).

🎨 Design a Tote Bag @ Five Dock Library (ages 13 to 18): To celebrate Craft Week Five Dock Library will have a drop-in craft activity for teens aged 13-18. Collect your tote bag and markers from library staff and get drawing! | Friday 18 October | 9:30 AM to 5 PM

Children's Week and NSW Aboriginal Languages Week at Midjuburi - Unearth with Play Day: Join this free family event on Saturday 19 October at Marrickville West Primary School, promising a fun-filled day for children and their families, including:

📚 HSC Study Options
HSC Study More at Five Dock Library: No bookings required | Tuesday 22 & Wednesday 23 October 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Midnight Hours @ Burwood Library: Bookings essential | Tuesday 22, Wednesday 23 & Thursday 24 October | 7 PM to midnight (6 PM on Wed)

🎷 Inner West Jazz Fest 2024: Inner West Jazz Fest returns for two nights of new jazz and improvised music. Continuing the tradition of local artists playing world class music, the second annual Inner West Jazz Fest is honoured to present this remarkable group of musicians in a listening-focussed, real time, screen-free experience. | From 7 PM on Saturday and 6 PM on Sunday - Annandale Creative Arts Centre

👨‍🎨 Sydney Ceramics Market 2024: The third annual Sydney Ceramics Market 2024 returns to Carriageworks, featuring over 120 ceramicists from NSW and ACT. This two-day event showcases a range of ceramic pieces, from sculptures to tableware, available for direct purchase. Visitors can also enjoy wheel-throwing and hand-building demonstrations on-site. | 10 AM to 5 PM - Carriageworks, Eveleigh

🖼 Glebe Art Show: The Glebe Art Show is a non-selective, non-acquisitive art show held annually since 1997, with prizes across several categories and all artwork offered for sale. The show aims to support and encourage both emerging and established artists currently living, working or studying within the City of Sydney and Inner West Council boundaries. | Friday 12 PM to 9 PM, Saturday 9 AM to 9 PM & Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM - Tramsheds, Forest Lodge

👠 Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical: Inner West Theatre Company is performing at Petersham Town Hall from until 19 October 2024- Petersham Town Hall

🕯 Sydney Artisans Christmas Makers Market: Discover and support creators across a range of categories including jewellery, candles, fashion and accessories, ceramics, homewares and gifts, packaged food and beverages, craft and hobbies, beauty and wellness, original art and stationary, and pet treats. Food vendors, including gluten-free options and sweet treats are available. FREE entry. | 10 AM to 4 PM - Sydney Portugal Community Club Marrickville

🌟 Sydney Craft Week: The 8th annual Sydney Craft Week Festival is on until 20 October. Ten days of making, stimulating exhibitions and events and inspiring conversations about craft in all its forms for Sydney's designer makers, craft community and craft lovers. At various locations in Sydney including the Inner West. See schedule for details.

🇮🇹 Italian Bingo @ Five Dock Library: Do you like bingo? Would you like to try Italian bingo and win some prizes? Head to Five Dock Library for some fun bingo and enjoy morning tea. Bingo calls will be made in both Italian and English, so everyone's welcome! 10 AM to 12 PM - Level 1/4/12 Garfield St, Five Dock

Sydney Craft Week - Craft Swap and Crafting Circle: Join Craft Week for a craft swap and crafting circle. Bring your excess craft supplies and swap them for supplies you may need. A crafting circle will also run at the same time, so you can bring your current project. Enjoy morning tea and conversation with fellow crafters. Unclaimed supplies will be donated to local charities or recycled. | 10 AM to 12 PM - Concord Library

🧶 Social Knitting @ Balmain Library: Join a friendly group of social knitters. Everyone is welcome. First and third Friday of the month. Runs during school term. No bookings required. 10 AM to 12 PM - Balmain Town Hall, 370 Darling St Balmain

🖼 Makers Frontyard Trail: A community market trail across Sydney's Inner West will run on Saturday. The event features 19 front yards hosting 38 local makers selling handmade goods and produce in suburbs from Glebe to Ashfield. Meet local creatives and buy directly from makers. Use the online map to plan your trail and follow @makersfrontyard on Instagram for updates. | 10 AM to 4 PM - From Glebe to Ashfield

🍜 Noodle Walking Tour: Explore Burwood's diverse noodle scene on a free, hour-long walking tour. Discover Chinese spicy noodles, Japanese ramen, Uyghur lamb noodles, and Vietnamese Pho. Learn about specialty stores and their signature dishes. Participants receive a custom-made map featuring local noodle shops, created in collaboration with artist Chris Yee. This family-friendly tour doesn't include food samples but offers insights into various noodle cuisines. | 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM - Burwood Library and Community Hub, 2 Conder Street, Burwood 2134

🎸 Fest By Inner West: Get ready for a celebration of live music like no other as Fest By Inner West takes over the iconic Enmore Road Precinct. With more than 30 bands performing across 6 venues, this all-day event brings the energy and global buzz of SXSW Sydney to one of the city's most vibrant cultural hubs. Free Entry - RSVP here. Entry is subject to venue capacity, and RSVPs are limited! | 1 PM to 7 PM - Enmore Rd

🍎 Concord Farmers Market: Bring your family, bring your shopping bags and stock up on delicious farm fresh local produce and join in all the fun. Stalls include: fresh fruit and vegetables, fresh meats, fresh poultry, honey, olive oils, cheese, freshly baked breads & cakes, farm fresh eggs, fresh flowers and more! 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM - Contra Park, Concord

🎨 The Collectors Mark Antique & Collectables Fair: The Collectors Mark continues the tradition of the Wentworth Park Antiques and Collectables Fair, one of Australia's largest. Held every two months on the third Sunday, it features over 130 traders in an indoor, air-conditioned venue. The fair offers a vast range of items from antiquity to 1980s designer pieces, including antiques, collectables, vintage items, fine china, jewellery, and more. Food and coffee are available on-site. | 9 AM to 3 PM - Wentworth Park Greyhounds Function Centre, Glebe

🥟 Chinatown Street Food & Stories Guided Food Tour: Discover Sydney's Chinatown on a 2.5-hour tour featuring at least 4 street food samples from various Chinese regions. Learn about Chinese-Australian history through interactive games. Tour accommodates dietary restrictions and includes a souvenir and Chinatown dining guide. | 11:30 AM to 2 PM - Haymarket

Thanks for reading. Please feel free to reply with any feedback.

Reminder: Please check to confirm details are accurate with venues, event providers, restaurants and pubs by clicking through to their site. Events are occasionally cancelled at the last minute and specials can change.

Have a fun weekend!

Jess