10 Upcoming Events In Sydney For October 2016

Book Minibus Hire in Sydney to Attend These October Events!

Sydney keeps buzzing with activities throughout the year, and October is no exception to this fact. With hordes of festivals, music shows and entertainment on offer, here are a few tops events lined up for the month. You can book minibus hire in Sydney for convenient travelling to these destinations.

Australian Bus and Coach Show

The Sydney Olympic Park will host the Australian Bus and Coach Show with state of the art facilities, and a number of booths and buses on display at the showground, over a period of two days from 5th to 6th of October in the indoor arena. Latest products and technology will be the order of the day as the exhibition guarantees to raise the standard of bus shows in Australia. You have a great opportunity to witness and evaluate some of the technologically advanced services and products at one spot. This social event promises to be an interactive session of exhibitors and visitors from all across the nation.

Kidtopia Festival 2016

Offering a wide range of games, shows, live entertainment, delectable food and fun activities for all ages, the Kidtopia Festival is back this year on the 7th of October. Some of the key highlights of the event include roving performances, circus activities, yoga for kids, face painting, open air cinema, silent disco and musical shows of numerous genres. At the petting zoo, you can get close and personal with the farm animals, while the circus school will be overflowing with magical tricks, acrobats, juggling, balancing and much more. The roving performers will the catch the attention with some crazy characters and audacious acrobatics.

Colour Ya World

Scheduled to be held on 8th of October at the Canterbury Park Racecourse, this event will witness people from all across the city take part in a 5km course. However, the main excitement lies at each section, when the volunteers will toss colourful gels and powder on your face and body. After crossing the finishing line, you’ll find yourself in the main event that promises to be a crazy colour party with a healthy dose of dancing. Sing to the tunes as you pound a few colour packets to almost anyone you can spot.

William Street Festival

Paddington is arguably one of the city’s most sophisticated fashion retail and dining spot. Its home to some of the top designer brands from across the globe, in addition to jewellery boutiques, hair salons, cafes and pubs. The William Street Festival combines the two for a day-long event on Saturday 15th of October, with an open invitation to people from all background to experience the iconic shopping strip of this neighbourhood. There will be numerous stalls, food counters and lively DJ performances, along with some great deals up for grabs.

Crows Nest Festival

In its 27thyear, this historic festival taking place on the 16 th of October is expected to attract more than 50,000 people from all across the city. Aimed at celebrating the spirit of local community, the festival will have a wide array of cultural shows, craft display, street entertainment, inflatable rides, musical performances and more than 200 stalls. You’ll be amazed to witness a friendly atmosphere as you take a stroll through the village streets and the markets. Ranging from local wine tastings to homeware goods, and craftwork to chic fashion, there’s something for everyone!

Amber Affair 2016

Amber Affair is a social initiative that offers a boutique-style tasting event inviting a number of guests to taste a wide selection of boutique wine, beer, spirits and cider, along with delectable cuisine from the Argyle Kitchen. It’s a fundraising event scheduled by Sydney Children’s Hospital Foundation on the 20th of October, to raise money for a noble cause. Apart from giving your taste buds a savoury dose of liquor, you can make a real difference towards a great objective.

Rave of Thrones

The opening night of the 5-day dance celebration will take centre-stage on the 22nd of October at the Enmore theatre. The Rave of Thrones promises to be an exhilarating mix of dance and music with DJ Kristian Hairn spinning his magical web.  Carry the party vibes long into the night and don’t forget to pull up your most favourite Games of Thrones character.  The line-up of events will include club nights, secret warehouse parties, live streams and many more!

The Nutcracker – The Imperial Russian Ballet Company

Undeniably one of the finest ballet performers across the world, the show will witness 40 talented ballet performers put forward a stage show with a captivating stage performance. Christmas eve is the onset of the story, when dolls are replaced with wooden ones in the face of a nutcracker.  A young girl, Clara is captivated, and as the night gets younger, the dolls perform curiously till the time the nutcrackers turns into a prince who accompanies the girl.

Grafton Jacaranda Festival

Known to be the oldest flower festival in Australia, Grafton Jacaranda will take place in Grafton for the 81st time, starting on 29th of October this year. This world-renowned festival will showcase some of the finest business and private gardens, along with a vintage celebration at the Market Square. Enjoy petite sandwiches, freshly baked scones and the popular Jacaranda afternoon tea, as you take splendid views of the open gardens. Witness the annual exhibition of local talent and fresh produce, and let your children take part in the jumping castle.

Norton Street Italian Festa

Underpinning Leichhardt’s local heritage, this Italian culture festival is one of the largest cultural events in Australia. Experience all things Italian on the 30th of October with an extensive assortment of more than 240 market stalls that will feature some of the finest Italian cuisines, coffee and gelato. Top Italian chefs will display their exceptional cooking abilities in public, while the visitors have an opportunity to experience the sensory extravaganza on-spot. There will be heaps of fun activities for kids, which include jumping castles, carnival rides, puppet shows and face paintings. In addition to that, live concerts and dancing shows will form the order of the day.