Events in Australia
The occasions Australia celebrates, and the sound each one needs.
Australia's events calendar follows the seasons: summer brings Christmas parties, New Year's Eve and beach and outdoor events, while autumn and spring suit weddings, festivals and racing carnivals. National days such as Australia Day and ANZAC Day, plus events like Vivid Sydney and the Melbourne Cup, bring large crowds. Councils and venues set noise limits, which suppliers work around.
Occasions and events in Australia
- Australia Day
January: 26 January every year
Barbecues, community events, concerts and ceremonies across the country.
- ANZAC Day
April: 25 April every year
Dawn services, marches and community ceremonies of remembrance.
- Vivid Sydney
May: Late May to June
Light, music and ideas across the city, with brand activations and private events.
- AFL and NRL finals season
September: September and October
Grand Final parties and finals watch events in pubs, clubs and homes.
- Melbourne Cup Day
November: The first Tuesday of November
Racing carnival parties in marquees, pubs, workplaces and homes.
- New Year's Eve celebrations
December: 31 December
Harbour, beach, rooftop and backyard parties on one of the world's most watched New Year's Eves.
- Christmas parties in summer
December: December
Outdoor work parties, backyard barbecues and beachside events during the southern summer.
- Wine and food festivals
Throughout the year, with many in autumn and spring
Vineyard, harbour-side and park festivals with music, talks and demonstrations.
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