Event Suggestions for August 2026
- Gig Buddies Sydney
- Jul 15
- 11 min read
Below you will find some event suggestions for August 2026.
There are some great events happening around Sydney and the Central Coast next month.
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Please remember that the events listed below (except for our Gig Buddies social events) are not facilitated Gig Buddies events.
This means Gig Buddies staff will not be attending these events or organising outings to these events.
These are just suggestions for things you and your buddy can do together.
Please chat with your Gig Buddy about these events if you are interested in attending.
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We have listed events for the following areas (you can click on a specific area):
Click on the images or the Event Name to check out more information and to register if needed.
Sydney CBD
WHEN: Saturday 15th August 2026, 3:00pm and 8:00pm WHERE: Mansions Potts Point, 24 Bayswater Road, Potts Point, NSW 2011
Get Ready to Groove at the Ultimate 80s Day Disco!
Step into a time machine and relive the magic of the 80s with a day filled with the biggest disco anthems and synth-powered hits of the decade. Whether you’re a true 80s fanatic or just here for the nostalgia, this party is all about electric vibes, funky beats, and non-stop dancing!
Tickets | from $40+BF
WHEN: Saturday 29th August 2026, 1:30pm
WHERE: Capitol Theatre, 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, NSW 2000
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. Disney’s THE LION KING, has made a triumphant return to Sydney.
This is a relaxed performance session, where audience members will be encouraged to be completely themselves during the show – to make sounds, move around, fidget or use noise cancelling headphones.
Tickets | from $60+BF (Companion Card Accepted)
WHEN: Every day, 10:00am - 4:00pm
WHERE: The Calyx, Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney NSW 2000
Alchemy of a Rainforest is more than an exhibition; it's an immersive journey that envelops you in the vibrant, living essence of one of the Earth's most valuable ecosystems.
As you enter, look up and be captivated by a shimmering, undulating canopy reimagined with recycled materials by ERTH. Walking through, you’ll feel enveloped by nature, as if you’ve been transported to the heart of the forest.
Tickets | free entry
WHEN: Saturday 8th August 2026, 10:00pm
WHERE: Indianclubx, 561 George Street, Sydney NSW 2052
Get ready for a night of Latke Jhatke & Fashion that screams ICONIC!
Serving desi moves with a high-fashion vibe, this is where Bollywood beats meet runway feels!
Tickets | From $25 +BF
Inner West
WHEN: Saturday 8th August 2026, 8:00pm
WHERE: The Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Road, Enmore, NSW 2042
The Unique, The Spectacular, The One and Only! Mexican Wrestling Show in Australia.
Señor Fantastico is throwing a BIG Fiesta in da Mexican style: with a proper Tequila Party, Live Music, the best street food in town AND this time, we are bringing a full extravagant fiesta to get very loco ese!
Tickets | $69.84+BF
WHEN: Friday 28th August 2026, 4:00pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Flour Mill Precinct, 18 Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill, NSW 2130
Soak up the electric atmosphere at the Flour Mill’s Night Food Markets.
Enjoy a vibrant evening of delicious eats, refreshing drinks, live music, and feel-good community vibes. Grab a bite, dance under the stars, and celebrate the night with friends, neighbours, and a whole lot of heart.
They are family-friendly, dog-friendly, and full of flavour. It’s the Inner West’s favourite way to spend a delicious night out.
Tickets | Free entry
WHEN: Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th August 2026, from 10:00am to 4:00pm
WHERE: Wests Ashfield Leagues Club, 115 Liverpool Road, Ashfield NSW 2131,
Atticurio Market is coming to the Inner West at Wests Ashfield Leagues Club with handmade, wild and wonderful.
The vibe: Quirky, Odd, Eclectic, Spooky, Mystical, Artistic & Wildly Creative!
Tickets | from $10
Eastern Suburbs
WHEN: Saturday 8th August 2026, 6:00pm
WHERE: Roundhouse, Building E6, International Road, Kensington, NSW 2052
The World's Biggest Bingo Rave!
It includes 3 Rounds of Wild Bingo, Comedian Presenters, The Best 90s/20s Music, Dancing the Evening Away, Rave Rounds, Lip-Sync Battles and Weird and Outrageous Prizes, Including a Holiday Getaway!
Tickets | From $51.10
WHEN: Saturday 22nd August 2026, 8:00pm - 11:00pm
WHERE: Easts Bondi Junction, Level 1 - 93-97 Spring Street, Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Get ready to jam out to all those catchy tunes you thought you forgot at our One Hit Wonders event!
All those shooting stars of the pop world that rose to instant fame with one big tune and then sank into oblivion soon afterwards are indulged with tongue-in-cheek irreverence.
The band covers musical styles to suit all tastes from Disco to Glam Rock, Pop to Current Top 40.
Tickets | free entry but you need to register on Eventbrite
City of Ryde
WHEN: Friday 28th August 2026, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
WHERE: Boronia Park Epping, 19 Carlingford Road, Epping NSW 2121
An unforgettable evening filled with incredible food trucks & delicious eats, unique stalls & local shopping and live entertainment & great vibes.
This vibrant new market will run on the last Friday of every month from 5pm–9pm, transforming Boronia Park into a buzzing hub of food, music, shopping, and connection.
Tickets | free entry
North Sydney & Northern Beaches
WHEN: Saturday 1st August 2026, 4:15pm
WHERE: North Sydney Oval, 2 Fig Tree Lane, North Sydney, NSW 2099
A huge game which will see the Australian women's AFL team take on Ireland at North Sydney Oval!
Tickets | from $25+BF
WHEN: Thursday 27th August 2026, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
WHERE: Shannons Showroom Sydney, 22 Lambs Road, Artarmon, NSW 2064
Thursday Bike Night isn’t just another parking lot meet—it’s a celebration of the machines, the makers, and the people that make Sydney’s moto-scene super fun & inclusive. All in an indoor setting.
There's all sorts of motorbikes to look at, plus there will be food and beverages for purchase.
Tickets | Free entry
WHEN: Sunday 23rd August 2026, from 11:00am
WHERE: Hotel Steyne, 75 The Corso, Manly, NSW 2095
There will be vinyl raffle prizes for those who come along for the 11am start — and if the last few fairs are anything to go by, there’ll be some very nice giveaways up for grabs.
Expect soul, blues, punk, reggae, classic rock and plenty of surprises. Great records, great sellers, great location.
This is the local record fair, right here on the Northern Beaches, so come down, dig through the crates, grab a drink, and support your local vinyl community.
Tickets | free entry
WHEN: Sunday 16th August 2026, 3:00pm
WHERE: Dee Why RSL, 932 Pittwater Road, Dee Why, NSW 2099
The Vallies deliver a spectacular celebration of the timeless music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, Motown, Soul and Rock ‘n’ Roll in a high-energy, all-singing, all-dancing, award winning live production.
Led by acclaimed vocalist Robert Jeffrey, The Vallies feature artists with credits including Jersey Boys, Wicked, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Les Misérables.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, memories and more!
Tickets | From $30+BF
South Sydney
WHEN: Sunday 30th August 2026, from 2:00pm
WHERE: Cronulla RSL, 38 Gerrale Street, Cronulla NSW 2230
’The Tay Tay Tribute Show’ will take you on an ever changing & unique journey as they pump out smash hit after smash hit across each of the eras including:
The big Tay Tay numbers like ’Shake It Off’, ’Style’, ‘Karma’ & ’The Man’.
Alternate rock anthems like ‘We Are Never Getting Back Together’, ’22’ & ’The Story Of Us’.
Country classics like ‘Our Song’, ‘Fearless’, ‘Love Story’, Mean’ & ‘You Belong With Me’.
Synth pop specials like ‘Look What You Made Me Do’, ‘Anti-Hero’, ‘Cruel Summer’ & ‘Bad Blood’ + many, many more!
Tickets | from $36.75
WHEN: Sunday 2nd August 2026, from 8:00am - 2:00pm
WHERE: Stadium Rockdale, Level 1/5 Tramway Arcade, Rockdale, NSW 2216
It's a Collectables & Record fair in Hurstville!
Entry $10 between 8-10am, $5 after 10am (cash only).
Tickets | from $5 entry
Hornsby Shire and Castle Hill
WHEN: Saturday 1st August 2026, from 3:30pm
WHERE: Hornsby War Memorial Hall, 2 High Street, Hornsby, NSW 2077
One of Sydney’s biggest and best events “Dance is Life Australia Zumba Party!”
Everyone is guaranteed to have an incredible time and go home with smiles, unforgettable memories, and positive energy. Come together to dance, sweat, and celebrate through the power of music and the inspiring moves of the talented instructors.
Tickets | from $35+BF
WHEN: Wednesday 12th August 2026, from 7:00pm
WHERE: Castle Hill RSL, 77 Castle Street, Castle Hill, NSW 2154
This is a team event, where teams of up to four will race against the clock to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle.
The quickest team takes home the winning prize!
Tickets | $70 for a team
WHEN: Saturday 1st August 2026, 8:00pm WHERE: Bull & Bush Hotel, 360 Windsor Road, Baulkham Hills, NSW 2153
A great band night on offer at Baulkham Hill's Bull and Bush Hotel!
An opportunity to check out up and coming bands from the area, playing lots of different music styles.
Tickets | free entry
Western Sydney
WHEN: Sunday 16th August 2026
WHERE: Penrith Valley Regional Sports Centre, 30 Herbert Street, Cambridge Park NSW 2747
Shop amazing small businesses, fashion, accessories, homewares and more, plus score incredible preloved women’s, baby & kids clothing, toys and essentials.
Enjoy delicious food and sweet treats while you browse.
Tickets | free entry
WHEN: Sunday 16th August 2026, 10:00am
WHERE: Sydney Motorsport Park, Ferrers Road, Eastern Creek, NSW 2766
Over 1800 veteran & classic vehicles from over 150 clubs on display and on parade, including cars, motorbikes, scooters and military vehicles, police vehicles, ambulances & fire engines. AND it’s on rain, hail or shine.
Double-decker bus rides around the track (gold coin donation for the Sydney Bus Museum). Trade displays and merch in pit garages all day, and many more attractions with entertainment & live music to boot!
Tickets | from $25+BF
WHEN: Friday 7th August 2026, from 4:00pm - 10:00pm
WHERE: Mawson Park, Campbelltown, NSW 2560
Get ready to experience the Festival of Flavours and Beats, a vibrant two-night celebration of culture, community and cuisine in the heart of Campbelltown.
Experience the energy and colour of a dynamic cultural celebration, where flavour, rhythm and tradition come together to showcase the diversity and spirit of our community.
Held at Mawson Park, Campbelltown, each evening will showcase a distinct cultural region through unforgettable performances, authentic food and rich traditions:
Tickets | free entry
WHEN: Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August 2026
WHERE: Club Paceway, 127-141 Station Street, Penrith, NSW 2750
Get ready for a weekend of fun, thrills and community spirit at the iconic Penrith Show — the biggest and best event in Penrith!
Each year, the Penrith Showground comes alive with everything you love about a true Aussie show — from heart-pounding arena action to adorable animals, tasty treats, school Ag displays and non-stop family entertainment.
Tickets | prices to be announced
WHEN: Saturday 22nd August 2026, from 5:00pm
WHERE: Jensen Park, Clapham Road, Regents Park, NSW 2143
This is Round 29, and will see Bankstown City Lions FC take on Prospect United FC.
Tickets | Tickets TBC
WHEN: Saturdays in August 2026, from 9:00am
WHERE: Warhammer Shop, 170 George Street, Livepool, NSW 2170
New to Warhammer? Get along to a introductory day, where you will be able to build, and paint a FREE Space Marine from Warhammer 40'000 or Stormcast Eternal miniature from Warhammer Age of Sigmar.
They can even run you through your first battle!
Battle Brothers (and sisters!) - Bring along a friend or family member who is keen to try it with you, they will hook them up a model also!
Tickets | free entry
Central Coast
WHEN: Sunday 9th August 2026, 6:15pm
WHERE: Polytec Stadium, 14 Dane Drive, Gosford, NSW 2250
NRLW action returns to the Central Coast as the Sydney Roosters take on the Parramatta Eels in an Indigenous Round thriller!
Bring the whole family along and secure your seat from just $10 today!
Tickets | tickets from $10+BF
WHEN: Saturday 8th Augsut 2026, from 5:30pm
WHERE: Tuggerah Sports Complex, 20 Lake Road, Tuggerah NSW 2259
Show and shine for bikes, cars, Utes and trucks.
This is a family friendly events, there will be food vendors, live music, trophies awarded and much more.
Tickets | tbc
WHEN: Sunday 23rd August 2026, 1:00pm to 5:00pm
WHERE: Link and Pin, 18 Railway Street, Woy Woy NSW 2256
Poco Loco live in the beer garden!
Immerse yourself in the magic of South American and Latin influenced music, from tango to salsa, bossa nova to samba, played and sung live.
Kitchen open all day, great food and drinks.
Tickets | free entry
WHEN: Saturday 29th August 2026, 10:00am
WHERE: Guzman Y Gomez Stadium, 324-334 Terrigal Drive, Terrigal, NSW 2260
Over 100 curated stalls of vintage, preloved, designer and local small businesses.
There will be thousands of unique pieces to shop that have been carefully curated, a mix of second-hand treasures and new products from independent brands
You can also get food from local and international food truck favourites and listen to music from local DJ talent keeping the energy high.
Tickets | from $7+BF
Music Events & Festivals
You can find a current list of upcoming music gigs around Sydney here:
You can find a current list of upcoming Music Festivals here: https://musicfestivalsaustralia.com/tour-dates
Musicals & Theatre 2026
You can find a list of upcoming Theatre shows here:
You can find a list of upcoming musicals here:
Gig Buddies Events
Check out our upcoming Gig Buddies socials here:
More ideas
Other websites to check for more ideas:
- Secret Sydney - a list of things to do around Sydney
- Whats On Sydney - events around City of Sydney area
- Eventbrite - events around Sydney & Central Coast
- Companion Card - here's a list of place that accept the companion card
- Facebook Events - lots of events that you can search for in your area
Don't forget we have more things to do on our Gig Buddies Gig Guide and you can suggest ideas. Click the image below:
(or the link is here: https://www.gigbuddiessydney.org/gig-guide-1)
Please remember to reach out to the Gig Buddies team if you have any questions or need any support.
We hope to see you at a social soon.
Shared third party information in this post is offered as suggestions for your monthly catch up with your Gig Buddy. Suggesting these events holds no economic benefit to ACL Disability Services or Gig Buddies.
Unless stated as a Gig Buddies facilitated social, the events suggested are main stream events that are happening within the community. No Gig Buddies staff will be present.
All information is correct at time of posting.
Get in touch:
Matthew: Central Coast Coordinator (inc. Hornsby Shire and Ku-ring-gai): 0402 708 814
Carol: CEO: 02 9419 6951
Chelsea: NDIS Coordinator: 0412 145 819
Tony: Inner West Coordinator / Funding and Sponsorship Coordinator: 02 9419 6951
Bec: Project Officer, Sydney & South Sydney: 0411 252 228
Aylin: Western Sydney Coordinator: 0466 389 961 (on maternity leave until 2027)
Lara: Western Sydney & Greater Western Sydney Coordinator: 0478 045 121
Charlotte: Northern Beaches Coordinator (inc. Willoughby, Mosman, North Sydney and Lane Cove): 0403 184 404
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