Festivals and major events

Willoughby City is home to one of the most diverse and active communities in Australia. One of the benefits of belonging to such a strong community is the opportunity to celebrate together.

Our multicultural community has several significant days, festivals and celebrations that Council promotes and provides activities for which are enjoyed by residents and visitors to Willoughby.

Gai-mariagal Festival

Founded in 2001, the festival celebrates First Nations People and culture in the Northern Sydney region.

Lunar New Year Festival

The prestigious Chatswood Lunar New Year Festival is an annual festival celebrating Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.

Emerge Festival

From September to mid-October, Willoughby bursts with art and entertainment

Chatswood StreetFair

The biggest single day event in Chatswood, the StreetFair is on in early September

Seniors Festival 2025

A range of activities and programs for our seniors in Willoughby in March 2025.

Chatswood Culture Bites

Culture Bites presents a feast of theatre, music, art and children’s shows

Australia Day celebration

A day to reflect, respect and celebrate on January 26

Carols in Willoughby Park 2025

Bring your deck chairs and blankets and settle in for an evening of festive family fun!