Events

24 Mar 2023
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30 Jun 2023
Phive
PHIVE Building Tour
We invite you to join a free tour of PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square, the City’s new iconic community, cultural and civic…
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3 Feb 2023
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7 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Awakening the Artist Within
Are you looking to experience something new? Join us, as we create an Australian bird and landscape artwork in…
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17 Dec 2022
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23 Apr 2023
Phive
Brickman Cities
Discover a world of LEGO® creations and build your own adventure.
Step inside Brickman Cities, the…
Step inside Brickman Cities, the…
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16 Jan 2023
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13 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Free Exhibition – An Agenda for Change: Gough Whitlam and the 1972 election
The winds of change were blowing in 1972 as Gough Whitlam’s “It’s Time” campaign gained momentum within the Australian…
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23 Feb 2023
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22 Jun 2023
Community & Civic
IARC's Lunchtime Immigration Series - Community Legal Education
The Immigration Advice and Rights Centre (IARC) is a not-for-profit, specialist community legal centre providing free…
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1 Mar 2023
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8 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Art Exhibition "Rejuvenation"
Showcasing artworks by the talented members of The City of Parramatta Art Society.
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4 Mar 2023
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26 Nov 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
The River: Burramatta to Cockatoo Exhibition
The River: Burramatta to Cockatoo is an exciting new exhibition at Old Government House exploring stories relating to…
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30 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Tai Chi for Beginners
Tai Chi for Beginners are delivered to equip participants with basic Tai Chi movements of balance, co-ordination, body…
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30 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Painting for Fun
Express yourself through art to create something wonderful.
This program involves you working independently…
This program involves you working independently…
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30 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Advanced Art
This class is suitable for the more advanced artist.
This program involves you working independently, with the…
This program involves you working independently, with the…
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30 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning -Gentle Exercise (stretch and balance)
This program is a workout for any fitness level to improve balance, flexibility and strength.
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30 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Tai Chi
Tai Chi ‘or shadow boxing’ is a collection of movements and postures created as a specific exercise routine with…
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Gentle Exercise
This program is designed to improve joint health, flexibility and muscle strength.
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Pilates
Pilates is wonderful for every body of every age. Seniors, in particular, can really benefit from a Pilates practice.…
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Phive
Junior Engineers
Ages 5-8
Come build super-cool models that use gears, axles and pulleys.
Come build super-cool models that use gears, axles and pulleys.
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31 Jan 2023
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3 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Line Dancing
This program is a designed for "Absolute Beginners' and is a fun way to stimulate the brain an improve…
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Family & Kids
Mini Park Rangers Term 1 2023
Mini Park Rangers are invited to join the Park Rangers at Sydney Olympic Park for stories, song, games and exploration…
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Zumba Gold
Zumba Gold is perfect for older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves…
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1 Feb 2023
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5 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Over 55s Leisure & Learning - Yoga
Yoga is perfect for tired or sore muscles. This program is designed to help older adults become stronger and better…
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4 Feb 2023
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8 Apr 2023
Phive
Snapology Animation Studio
Ages 7-14
Create amazing movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks.
Create amazing movies with stop motion animation using LEGO® bricks.
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4 Feb 2023
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8 Apr 2023
Phive
Minecraft - Basic
Ages 5-8
Travel to the Nether with Snapology, but watch out for those creepers!
Travel to the Nether with Snapology, but watch out for those creepers!
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1 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Immerse yourself in a unique musical experience in Super Critical Mass Parram
Super Critical Mass is a ground-breaking immersive, site-specific sound/voice performance project that has travelled…
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4 Feb 2023
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8 Apr 2023
Phive
Combat Robots
Ages 7-14
Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot?
Do you think you can build the strongest and most agile robot?
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1 Apr 2023
Family & Kids
Rydalmere Movie Night at Upjohn Park
Join us at Rydalmere Movie Night at Upjohn Park
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4 Feb 2023
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1 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Heritage Building Tours at the Female Orphan School
Explore the fascinating and layered history of Australia’s oldest three-story building, and what its subsequent…
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31 Jan 2023
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4 Apr 2023
Phive
Amusement Park Adventures Engineering
Ages 7-14
Design your own amusement park in this super fun program!
Design your own amusement park in this super fun program!
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18 Mar 2023
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1 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Super Critical Mass Parramatta - we want your voice!
Super Critical Mass is a ground-breaking immersive, site-specific sound/voice performance project that has travelled…
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11 Apr 2023
Phive
DIY Macrame Earrings Workshop
Looking for a fun and creative way to spend the school holidays? Join us for a DIY Macramé Earrings workshop!
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11 Apr 2023
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14 Apr 2023
Family & Kids
360 Allstars
BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns!
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11 Apr 2023
Phive
Easter Trail and Craft
The Easter Bunny is coming to PHIVE this April School Holidays!
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11 Apr 2023
Phive
Code and Fly Your Own Drone
Experience the thrill of drone technology with our hands-on beginner workshop!
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12 Apr 2023
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14 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Powerhouse Creative Studio: Essa
Collage and animate in this three-day Creative Studio workshop with mixed media artist, Essa, and bring your art to…
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13 Apr 2023
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14 Apr 2023
Phive
STEM- Program your Microbit to sing
Learn to code Frère Jacques, The Easter Parade and Parramatta Eels theme tune "Click Go the Shears" with…
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13 Apr 2023
Phive
Wild 'n' Woolly with Linda Brescia
Explore the versatility of wool with this fun workshop for kids and families that encourages expression
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14 Apr 2023
Phive
Wearable Magic: jewellery workshop with Celine Cheung
Talismans are magical objects or charms made to protect a wearer.
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14 Apr 2023
Phive
Big Science for Little Scientists (5 to 8 years)
Do you have a budding scientist that likes experiments and having fun?
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15 Apr 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Sydney Comedy Club in April
Every month three comedians walk into Raffertys Theatre for a whole lot of funny business!
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4 Mar 2023
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14 Oct 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Armory 1897
Join a leisurely walk as we travel back in time to when Newington Armory was the major naval depot on the east coast of…
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18 Mar 2023
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28 Oct 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Behind the Scenes: Armory Restricted
This tour builds on the Armory 1897 tour by extending the story of Newington Armory from 1921 when the site became a…
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25 Feb 2023
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22 Jul 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Behind the Scenes: Green Games and Beyond
Join the Visitor Programs Team to reminisce on the Sydney 2000 Games, see how Sydney Olympic Park has changed and…
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17 Apr 2023
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19 Apr 2023
Family & Kids
The Story of Mr B
This surprise-filled puppet show, set in a giant pop-up book, tells the story of Mr Bumblegrum.
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18 Apr 2023
Phive
Brave for Kids: Nurturing Resilience Workshop
This fun, interactive, play based workshop will incorporate education and activities for resilience building, coping…
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19 Apr 2023
Phive
Sew Your Own Library Bag (12-15 Years)
Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew?
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20 Apr 2023
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21 Apr 2023
Phive
Powerhouse Creative Studio: Ableton Note
Free Creative Studio Program devised by TAFE NSW and the Powerhouse for Western Sydney High School Students during the…
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20 Apr 2023
Phive
GALMATIC Youth Car Maintenance Workshops
Free Car Maintenance workshop program aimed at empowering knowledge among young people during the school holidays and…
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20 Apr 2023
Phive
Apollo 11 Virtual Reality Experience
Apollo 11 VR is the story of the greatest journey ever taken by humankind.
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21 Apr 2023
Phive
Hip Hop Dance Class - 5-8 years
Hip Hop Dance is a style of movement characterised by bounces and rocks executed to hip hop music.
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21 Apr 2023
Phive
Hip Hop Dance Class - 9-14 years
Hip Hop Dance is a style of movement characterised by bounces and rocks executed to hip hop music.
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23 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
ANZAC Sunday Service – Epping
The City of Parramatta commemorates ANZAC Day 2023 and honours all Australian servicemen and women – past and present.
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25 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
City of Parramatta RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Dawn Service
This ANZAC Day, join us in honouring all our Australian servicemen and women, past and present. Commemorate the day…
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25 Apr 2023
Community & Civic
Epping RSL sub-Branch ANZAC Dawn Service
This ANZAC Day, join us in honouring all our Australian servicemen and women, past and present. Commemorate the day…
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7 May 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Paco Lara the Andalusian Guitar
With successes at the Sydney Opera House and the Adelaide Guitar Festival in 2021, the maestro himself and his amazing…
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10 May 2023
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13 May 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Relativity
These days Albert Einstein is as famous for his quotable quotes and his flagrant disregard for combs as he is for his…
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22 Apr 2023
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4 Nov 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
In the Days of the Abattoir
The State Abattoir at Homebush was once one of the largest and most modern in the world. This precinct originally…
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29 Apr 2023
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18 Nov 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Behind the Scenes: Brickpit and the Bellfrogs
Once the site of the former State Brickworks at Homebush Bay, this powerful and dramatic landscape now has a quieter…
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21 May 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Kings of the Blues
BB, FREDDIE and ALBERT KING represent the pinnacle of blues guitar virtuosity. They used a minimum to create the…
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26 May 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
National Sorry Day
Join us for a day of acknowledgement, reflection and healing as we gather to honour the Dharug people.
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29 May 2023
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9 Jun 2023
Family & Kids
Sharp Short Theatre 2023
Now in its eighth year, Sharp Short Theatre is a chance for young writers, directors and performers to showcase their…
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31 May 2023
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4 Jun 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Driftwood - The Musical
Umbrella Foundation is delighted to present Driftwood – The Musical. This epic story has been adapted for the stage by…
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7 Jun 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
BLACK SUN / BLOOD MOON
From Writer/Director Chris Bendall comes a fantastic new story about the power of every person to find their voice, and…
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17 Jun 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
PIRRA
PIRRA are an indie-pop/dance outfit hailing from Wollongong, NSW. Their flavour of danceable indie-pop mixes live…
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21 Jun 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Make Music Day
Once again, City of Parramatta is taking part in the Make Music Day global phenomenon and presenting free live music…
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21 Jun 2023
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24 Jun 2023
Family & Kids
Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge
This delightful production, based on the poignant picture book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas, adapted and directed by…
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24 Jun 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge
There was once a small boy called Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and his house was next door to an old people’s home…
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25 Jun 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Heartland
The great didgeridoo virtuoso William Barton and powerhouse violinist Véronique Serret blend songlines and storytelling…
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29 Jun 2023
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1 Jul 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Skyduck: A Chinese Spy Comedy
1993. China launches Operation Skyduck. Captain Yan and Agent Chang are sent to steal America’s most prized flight…
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9 Jul 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
Burramatta NAIDOC Day
Explore the rich diversity of First Nations music, food, dance, and tradition at Burramatta NAIDOC Day.
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14 Jul 2023
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15 Jul 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
The Barber of Seville
The Barber of Seville fizzes and pops with lyrical acrobatics and irrepressibly funny characters. Rossini’s most famous…
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18 Jul 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Roald Dahl's The Twits
Mr and Mrs Twit are the nastiest couple you could ever hope (not) to meet. Both are on a quest to be meaner than the…
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28 Jul 2023
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12 Aug 2023
Concerts, Theatre & Music
Les Miserables
Be transported to nineteenth-century France as the team behind hit productions of Kinky Boots, Mamma Mia!, Jesus Christ…
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28 Jul 2023
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12 Aug 2023
Arts, Culture & Heritage
LES MISÉRABLES
Be transported to nineteenth-century France as the team behind hit productions of Kinky Boots, Mamma Mia!, Jesus Christ…
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