Annual events

An annual awareness-raising campaign calling for action on domestic and family violence against women and girls.
 

ANZAC Day (25 April) marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War.

A celebration of Portuguese pride and spirit, with fado under the stars, traditional dancing, local DJs and delicious pastel de nata.

Every year we receive thousands of fantastic entries and it's the highlight of the year for our children’s librarians.

The Built Environment Awards are two separate programs that contribute to and celebrate our understanding of the Inner West's built heritage.

Inner West Council holds regular citizenship ceremonies to welcome new Australian citizens.

Join your community for Clean Up Australia Day in the Inner West. Find local clean‑up events, register your own site, and help keep our neighbourhoods beautiful and litter‑free.
 

Discover the vibrant world of local comics and zine culture with a jam-packed program of talks, workshops, and live demos.

Learn and connect with the creative community 

Revel in the best of Balmain as Darling Street fills with rhythms, art, delicious food and summer vibes.

An annual celebration of sustainable living.

Live performances, workshops, talks, screenings, exhibitions, and art and craft market, and other exciting community events. All events are free, fully accessible, and proudly disability-led!

An action-packed afternoon of summer fun featuring performances and hands-on creative activities for the whole family.

Inner West Council marks the International day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination annually to raise awareness about racism.

International Women’s Day (IWD) is celebrated on 8 March.

A program providing funding and support for local organisations and creatives to deliver live music events across the Inner West. 
 

Celebrate the Year of the Horse in Ashfield and Marrickville.

Council’s Mardi Gras annual program celebrates the diverse and vibrant LGBTQ+ communities of the Inner West.
 

Bringing artists and community together to celebrate original live music in the Inner West for 30 years and counting. 

Mental Health Month encourages all of us to think about our mental health and wellbeing, regardless of whether we have a lived experience of a mental condition or not.
 

During National Reconciliation Week, Inner West Council is holding a range of events to celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

 Get your hands dirty, give back to the community and be part of our group effort to improve biodiversity in the Inner West!

Oxi Day is a Greek national holiday marking 28 October 1940.

Property owners are invited to find their Perfect Match by nominating their wall to be transformed by an artist. 

Discover the Inner West Council’s Seniors Festival and other major annual events that connect the community through inclusive, engaging and vibrant local programs.
 

Your neighbourhood long lunch, where good food meets local beats and community vibes.

A creative competition for young writers, artists and filmmakers aged 12–24 across the Inner West

National Youth Week is an opportunity for young people aged from 12 to 24 years to share ideas, attend live events, have their voices heard.