Things To Do
This Weekend
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Your guide to the best of the Inner West from 8 to 10 May
From zine workshops and netball clashes to mini farms, markets and Mother's Day plans, we've rounded up the best of the Inner West this weekend.
Three picks to get your weekend started. Read the full edition for everything on this weekend →
Featured
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Art
The Social Glue of Sydney — Opening NightThe first group show from The Social Glue of Sydney, featuring collages by 11 artists from the collective. Free to attend.
Chrissie Cotter Gallery, Camperdown · Fri 8 May · 6pm
Ticketed
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Theatre
Jagged Little Pill: The MusicalInner West Theatre Company brings the Alanis Morissette musical to Petersham Town Hall. Opens tonight, runs through 16 May.
Petersham Town Hall · Fri 8 May · 7:30pm
Ticketed
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Community
Trans and Gender Diverse Swim NightExclusive pool and spa access at Ashfield Aquatic Centre with DJs, aqua aerobics, a BBQ and a sensory quiet space.
Ashfield Aquatic Centre · Fri 8 May · 7pm – 10pm
That's just a taste. The full edition has everything on across the Inner West this weekend, events, gigs, kids activities, markets, food and community news.
Read this week's full edition →Three picks for Saturday. See the full Saturday guide in this week's edition →
Free
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Market
Mother's Day Makers MarketLocal artisans and bakers at Market Studio in Annandale, timed for Mother's Day gift shopping. Free to browse.
Market Studio, Annandale · Sat 9 May · 9am – 2pm
Ticketed
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Family
Animal Adventures with The Metropolitan OrchestraCushion Concerts return to Leichhardt Town Hall with animal-themed music from Tchaikovsky, Saint-Saens and Rimsky-Korsakov. Three sessions available.
Leichhardt Town Hall · Sat 9 May · 9:45am, 11:30am & 1:30pm
Free entry
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Community
Ferncourt Family Fair 2026The annual community fair at Ferncourt Public School with rides, live music, food stalls and handmade goods.
Ferncourt Public School, Marrickville · Sat 9 May · 10am – 4pm
Three picks for Sunday. See everything in this week's edition →
Ticketed
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Workshop
Media Journal: The Devil Wears Prada EditionCreate collaged journal spreads inspired by The Devil Wears Prada in a cosy crafting session with themed stationery and prompts.
Not-So Secret Society HQ, Glebe · Sun 10 May · 10:30am – 1pm
Ticketed
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Sport
Super Netball: Giants v MavericksGiants Netball host the Adelaide Mavericks in a home Super Netball game at Ken Rosewall Arena.
Ken Rosewall Arena, Olympic Park · Sun 10 May · 2pm
Free entry
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Family
The Sheep Detectives at The GroundsMeet a real flock of sheep at The Grounds' weekend mini farm, tied to the new Hugh Jackman film. Van Gogh-inspired laneway display runs through 21 June.
The Grounds of Alexandria · Sat 9 & Sun 10 May · 10am – 2pm
A selection of live music across the Inner West this weekend. The complete gig guide is in this week's edition →
This is a selection. The complete gig guide is in this week's edition →
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