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🌥️ Weekend forecast: 100% chance of fun (rain optional) 📩

🌥️ Weekend forecast: 100% chance of fun (rain optional) 📩

Your insiders guide to local events and gigs.

Jess Thorning
September 27, 2024

Good morning, Inner Westies. It feels like Winter is back after yesterdays chilly weather. This weekend the weather is cooler and potentially rainy, but we’ve got a jam packed edition to help you make the most of this weekend.

In today’s Inner West Guide:

School Holiday Guide - We’ve Got Your Back! 😃 🙃
What’s Happening This Weekend 🪩 🎶
Gig 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.

Let's kick things off, shall we?

— Jess Thorning

Your guide to help keep the kids busy over the next 2 weeks!

Have you left your school holiday plans to the last minute? We’ve pulled together a list of school holiday activities that still have availability (as at the time we did our research or don’t require a booking). Hopefully this list can provide you with inspiration to help plan your next 2 weeks.

Kids Eat Free

The Lady Hampshire Camperdown | Kids Eat Free this school holidays | Monday 30 September to Friday 11 October | See venue for T&C’s

Public House Petersham | Kids Eat Free this school holidays (with every main meal purchased) | Saturday 28 September to Sunday 13 October | See venue for T&C’s

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Weekend Preview 😎

All Weekend

🥳 Sydney Fringe Festival: It’s almost over for another year, running until 30 September 2024. Check out what’s on in the Inner West Precinct.

👕Vintage Kilo Sale @ Marrickville: Kilo Sale is Australia's biggest and only clothing event where you purchase your items by the kilo. All racks are replenished with new stock throughout the event - you will always have the chance to get a first look at fresh items. Get tickets here - 29 Smith St, Marrickville

💎 Tramsheds Gem & Crystal Expo: A boutique event showcasing exquisite gemstones, jewellery, minerals, decorative pieces, and fossils. Book here - Tramsheds Community Centre, 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge

Friday

🧶 Ashfield Knitters @ Ashfield Library: Get your knit on and BYO knitting to this casual group. Exchange tips and socialise whilst you knit. Runs the second and fourth Friday of each month. 9 AM to 12 PM - Level 3, 260 Liverpool Road, Ashfield

🚶Burwood Walking Group: The Burwood Walkers meet at Henley Park in Enfield on the grassed area on the northern side of the amenities block (near the play equipment) in Portland Street & they walk around the park (weather permitting). No experience is required and you can be any fitness level to start. Registration essential. 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM - Henley Park, Portland Street, Enfield (opposite King Street)

Saturday

🏊️ AKAC Family Splash Day: Head to Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre for their annual Family Splash Day with free pool entry and fun activities. 6 AM to 7 PM - Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre, Black St, Marrickville

♻️ Re Place Preloved Clothing - all under $20: Visit the Inner West Sustainability Hub to buy high quality reused clothing and divert clothes from landfill. 11 AM to 3 PM - Inner West Sustainability Hub, 7 Prospect Road, Summer Hill

🍰 Messina Eats Cake @ Marrickville: A unique bake sale meets ice cream party featuring Melbourne cake makers Alisha Henderson and Alice Bennett, who will offer gelato-inspired cake slices alongside Messina's sundaes and sandwiches. | 10 AM to 3 PM or until sold out - Messina HQ, 1 Rich Street, Marrickville

🏉 AFL Grand Final Footy Festival @ Henson Park: Enjoy a great day out at the Footy Festival to watch the 2024 AFL Grand Final. It’s live and free at Henson Park. With fun activities for the whole family including: AFL Play Zone, AFLW Player appearances, DJ Set by AFLW GIANTS player Georgia Garnett and Food & Beverage Trucks. 10 AM to 6:30 PM - Henson Park, 22 Centennial Street, Marrickville

🍵 Biodiversi-Tea @ Rozelle: Inner West Council invites you to join our Urban Ecology staff to discuss all things biodiversity over a cup of locally harvested Lemon Myrtle Tea! Hosted at Council's Native Community Nursery, they will cover topics such as local ecology initiatives. Register here. 10 AM to 12 PM - Rozelle Bay Community Native Nursery

🎾 Adaptive Tennis @ Alexandria: City Community Tennis runs an Adaptive Tennis Hub on Saturday mornings for anyone with a disability (Physical, Intellectual, Blind and Vision Impairment, Autism, and Deaf). These two hour sessions include coaching for all levels from Beginners to Elite. They include: games, match play, cardio tennis, strength and conditioning and the chance to meet people and socialise. Book here. 10 AM to 12 PM - Alexandria Park Tennis Courts, Park Road, Alexandria

🧘 Sound Meditation with channeled Voice & Crystal Bowls: Join Katrina Noela for a relaxing sound healing session using channelled voice and crystal singing bowls. | 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM - 16 Flour Ml Wy, Summer Hill

Sunday

🎉 Dulwich Hill Festival: Celebrate the best of the Inner West at Dulwich Hill Festival. With live performances from ChillCheney, Misneach, El Coyote and more! Plus, Inner West Artists Market, food delights, workshops and family fun for everyone. 12 PM to 5 PM - Marrickville Road, Dulwich Hill

🏉 AFLW: GWS Giants v West Coast Eagles: Cheer on the GWS GIANTS when they take on the Eagles. Get your tickets here. | 3:00 PM - Henson Park, 22 Centennial Street, Marrickville

🤣 Science comedy gameshow 'True or False' @ The Bank Hotel: This 90-minute show features four teams, each comprising two comedians and a scientist, battling it out as they try to guess whether scientists are lying in their hilarious talks. Infusing science, humor, and wild speculation, the event promises nonstop fun and chaos as audience members join in attempting to distinguish truth from fiction. 6 PM to 7:30 PM - The Bank Hotel, 324 King St, Newtown

🍎 Marrickville Organic Food Market: Do your weekly grocery shopping and pick up some lunch from some of Sydneys best street food vendors. Sundays, 9 AM to 3 PM - 142 Addison Road, Addison Road Centre, Marrickville

🗓️ Plan Ahead

🎨 Burwood Culture Streets: From 30 September to 13 October 2024, Burwood Road becomes an urban art and performance zone with live music, mural creation, and illuminated sculptures.

🖼️ The Other Art Fair @ White Bay Cruise Terminal: Think unforgettable experiences, think game changing artists, think art reframed. Over a hundred independent artists, thousands of artworks, eclectic and interactive experiences, food and drinks. They’re an art fair like no other. Book before 2 October for a discount. Thursday 3 October to Sunday 6 September - White Bay Cruise Terminal, 2041 James Craig Rd, Rozelle

Fancy Some Theatre? 🎭️ Or Comedy? 🤣

A comedy of financial error$ | Erskineville Town Hall | Info
Gilgamesh | Carriageworks | Info
The Laugh Inn Comedy Club | The Newtown Hotel | Info
Memoir of a Snail | Dendy Newtown | Info
Seventeen | Seymour Centre | Info
Titanique | The Grand Electric Redfern | Info
This is not a Hollywood Romance | Erskineville Town Hall | Info
What every girl should know | Flight Path Theatre | Info

Art Exhibitions 🖼️

A Private View: Curated Exhibition | Artsite Contemporary | Info
Beauty From Ashes - A Journey | Concord Library | Info
Bulgul Collective, The | Kate Owen Gallery | Info
Helen Eager: Vortex | Waterloo | Info
Interactions with Abstract Projections | Concord Library | Info
The River, Our Mother | Embroiderers' Guild NSW | Info
Sirens: Iconic women in music and culture | Waterloo | Info
Spring Flower Show Sydney 2024 | Artsite Contemporary | Info
Threads | Five Dock Library | Info
Tim Disher & Julie Johnstone | Glebe | Info
What solace can be struck from rock | Glebe | Info

Weekend Eats 🥘

Friday

Camperdown Commons: Wine Makers Banquet - $99 Four Course Shared Banquet, Four Wine Pairings + Canapes & Sparkling wine on arrival + Live Music | Friday 27 September | 6:30 PM. Book here.

The Fenwick Balmain: 50% off special - last chance ends 30 September. Enjoy 3 courses for $59pp for the month of September. Dinner Monday to Friday, & Sunday. Book your table and view T&Cs.

Saturday

🍽️ The Harold: Chef’s 2 for 1 menu and $12.50 Margaritas | Saturdays | 2 for 1 second item must be of equal or lesser value, see venue for terms — 70A Ross Street, Forest Lodge

🍾 Bottomless Brunch at Garcon: Bottomless Brunch from $69pp & $99pp with bottomless cocktails, 2 hours. See menu on website. Monday to Sunday. Bookings essential. Tramsheds, 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge

Sunday

🥕 The Barrel Room by Akasha: Sunday Long Lunch Menu | 12 PM to 6 PM | Set menu for $40 per person, with kids meals available for $20. Spring menu features mouth watering dishes like a Slow Braised Lamb Leg, served with Spring Pea Purée, Roasted Root Vegetables, and Greens with House Jus. See venue for details and bookings - 54 Norton St, Leichhardt

Celebrate Oktoberfest 🍻 🍺

Happy Hour Heroes 🍻 🍸️

Gig Guide 🎸

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Inner West Council News

Seasonal Pools Open 1 October

🏊‍♀️ Dawn Fraser Baths, Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre, and Steel Park Waterplay will reopen to the public on Tuesday 1 October, with the following operating hours:

Dawn Fraser Baths - 7.15am to 6.30pm (hours change on 1 December, please visit our opening hours page for details)
Fanny Durack Aquatic Centre - 7am to 6.30pm (hours change on 1 December, please visit our opening hours page for details)
Steel Park Waterplay - 9am to 6pm

Next Steps for new Richard Murden Reserve Playground

🛝 Between April and June 2024, IWC consulted residents and community groups to develop a new inclusive playspace for the reserve, using this feedback along with the NSW Everyone Can Play guidelines to create a draft plan. Now, IWC is presenting the design that reflects this input and seeking confirmation from the community on whether they've accurately captured their needs and desires. View the draft plan here and have your say. Feedback closes 3 October 2024.

Steel Park, Marrickville - dog off-leash proposal

IWC is proposing a new dog off-leash area at Steel Park in Marrickville, specifically on field number 2 adjacent to the PCYC (see map here). The proposal allows dogs off-leash at all times except during organised sporting activities, games, or events on any field. If implemented, this change would prompt further consultation regarding dog off-leash arrangements at Mahoney Reserve, emphasizing additional education for dog owners using the park.

IWC is proposing a new dog off-leash area at Steel Park in response to a 109-signature petition and a Council resolution on 25 June 2024 to conduct community consultation on the matter. Complete the online survey here by 27 October 2024.

City of Sydney Council News

Sydney Streets - Street Festival Season is here

🎉Your favourite neighbourhoods come to life with alfresco dining, entertainment and live music. Sydney Streets event series returns for spring and summer, turning 7 inner-city high streets into car-free festival zones on weekends.

Your New Year’s Eve plans made easier

🎆As the end of 2024 inches closer, it’s time to start thinking about how you’ll spend the biggest night on the calendar. Whether it’s looking for a front row seat along the foreshore, a dinner cruise around the harbour, a family-friendly spot to watch the fireworks or a private function to party with friends, the official Sydney New Year’s Eve website makes planning the big night a little easier. Visit Sydney New Year’s Eve and start planning your celebration.

Thank You!

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