Top Summer Events in Sydney for February - Sydney Tourism News

February marks the last four weeks of the Australian summer and Sydney siders are determined to make the most of it! Check out some of the events happening in Sydney, Australia this month.

Sport:

What? Australian Open of Surfing
Where? Manly Beach
When? February 11 – 19, 2012

This event on iconic Manly Beach attracts the world’s best surfers.

Festivals:

What? South American Festival
Where? Bondi Beach
When? February 12, 2012

Bondi Beach comes alive for one day only with traditional and contemporary Latino music and dancing, food, workshops, displays and colorful costumes.

What? Tropfest 2012
Where? The Domain, Royal Botanical Gardens
When? February 19, 2012

Tropfest is the world’s largest short film festival. It’s a free, outdoor event held in Sydney’s beautiful domain and is the perfect event for a picnic!

What? Mardi Gras Harbour ‘12 Party
Where? Royal Botanical Gardens
When? February 25, 2012

Grab a ticket now to one of the hottest parties in Australia! Mardi Gras Harbour ’12 features international DJs, live performances and all-night dancing next to Sydney Harbour.

What? Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade and Party
Where? Oxford Street & Flinders Street, Darlinghurst
When? March 3, 2012

Almost scraping into February is the colorful and outrageous Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade. It’s a not-to-be-missed event if you are in Sydney and culminates in a massive after party at the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park.

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