Sydney Australia Calendar of Events 2011

Sydney Australia Calendar of Events 2011January

Medibank International Sydney (Tennis) Jan 09-Jan 15 2011: One of the oldest tennis tournaments in the world takes place at the Sydney Olympic Park Tennis Centre. World grand slam champions Kim Clijsters and Juan Martin del Potro are due to appear. The ground pass, which was popular last year, will continue this year and costs the same at €9.90. Kids' Day will be held on Monday 10 January, where all children under the age of 16 will be given free access to the grounds and on-site activities

February

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 19 Feb-5 Mar: Running for three weeks the Sydney Mardi Gras comprises of fun filled events including art, literature, parties and exhibitions, all culminating in the flamboyant parade on March 5. The parade is always a huge attraction with colourful floats, exotic dancers and a host of drag queens, meandering through the city centre.

March

St Patricks Day Parade Taking place close to March 17, which is officially St Patricks Day, The Sydney Parade is scheduled for Sunday March 20th in 2011. Floats, dancing girls, and Irish bands feature in the parade which usually starts at noon

April

Sydney Royal Easter Show: 14-27 April: Attracting around 900,000 visitors each year, the Sydney Royal Easter Show is an experience for all the family. Almost 15,000 competitors display various breeds and livestock as they strive to achieve the prestigious Sydney Royal Blue Ribbon. Also features demonstrations of rural life to visitors from sheep shearing to working dog displays.

May

Mercedes Australian Fashion Week; DatesTBA Showcasing Spring/Summer collections, this is an industry only event, available to media, industry experts, buyers and sellers.

June

Sydney Film Festival: Held over 14 days in June, the 2011 dates have yet to be announced. The festival is a showcase for an increasing amount of Austrlian short films as well as new films from around the world. This festival also hosts a number of awards including the Dendy Awards.

August

City2Surf Run, August 14 2011: The Sun-Herald City2Surf is recognised as Australia's premier road race attracting top athletes from all over Australia and indeed the world. The popularity of this event has ballooned in recent years and now attracts over 60,000 participants.

September

Festival of The Winds, 11 Sept 2011: Local and international kite-makers will transform the skies over Bondi Beach for this festival, with kites of all shape, size and colour. This family event also features music, art, face-painting puppeteers and lots more.

October

Manly Jazz International Festival Early October (TBA) Takes place in the Sydney suburb of Manly each year. The festival feaures live performances from Australian, international and student jazz bands.

November

Sculpture by The Sea: Dates have yet to be announced for the 15th annual Sculpture by The Sea festival. This artistic spectacle sees the Bondi to Tamarama walk transformed into a sculpture park, with over 100 magnificent displays from Australian and international artists.

December

Sydney Harbour New Years Eve Fireworks, Dec 31 2011: The most watched fireworks display in the world takes place over Sydney Harbour, centering on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. There are two shows which make up this spectacular event: the 9pm Family Fireworks and the Midnight Fireworks show.

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