Festivals

Lane Cove Council organises a series of annual festivals to reflect the diverse interests of the community and foster local identity.

Each festival brings together a combination of arts, cultural, social and environmental activities organised by Council and local community groups within the Lane Cove municipality.

Festivals in Lane Cove

Sunset in the Village: January - February


Sunset in the Village is an exciting program of events in Lane Cove running throughout summer.  With a range of free music and outdoor activities on offer, there is something for the whole family!

 

 

Autumn Harmony: March

Autumn Harmony is held in March each year and celebrates diversity and inclusion in Lane Cove. The 2025 program will be available in the first week of February. Save the date for Kaleidoscope of Lane Cove on Friday 14th of March at the Plaza. 

All events embrace and encourage community participation, inclusiveness, respect and a sense of belonging. 

Our major event this March is Resilience and Radiance, celebrating NSW Women's Week and International Women's Day. For event information, visit lanecove.nsw.gov.au/iwd

 

Gai-mariagal Festival: May - July

The Gai-Mariagal Festival is an annual regional initiative in the North Shore running from Sorry Day, into Reconciliation Week and through to NAIDOC Week (26 May – 13 July 2025).

The festival recognises and celebrates the original custodians of the land, the Gai-mariagal clans of the Northern Sydney Region.

The Gai-Mariagal Festival kicks off this year with Lane Cove’s 28th Children’s Voices for Reconciliation showcase. More events including art exhibitions, film screenings and bush walking are to be announced soon.

 

Lane Cove Festival: September

Lane Cove Festival is run by, and for, the community and celebrates everything that makes living in Lane Cove so special.

This month-long festival features community and Council-run initiatives including live music, talks, walks and workshops.

Festival by the River: November

Celebrate life by Lane Cove River at the Festival by the River. There’s something for all ages including the signature event of the festival: Food and Wine by the River.

Christmas: December

Celebrate the festive season in Lane Cove with free activities, events and more for the entire family!