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 Sydney EventsSydney events range from spectacular public fireworks displays on the harbour to ring in the new year to the annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras. As well there sports events including world-class cricket and football matches. SPECIAL EVENTS75th Anniversary Celebrations 18 March A variety of celebrations will be going on all day. See Autumn Highlights for more information. Newington Armory, Sydney Olympic Park www.sydneyolympicpark.com.au 18 March At this free, family-friendly event visitors can listen to some great Australian music while enjoying a picnic. It features some of Australia’s best singer-songwriters including Wendy Matthews and Felicity Urquhart. Centennial Park www.vfestival.com.au 31 March The V Festival sets up its stages for the first time in Australia, with a star-studded list of acts, including Pixies, Pet Shop Boys and Groove Armada. Birkenhead Point Marina, Roseby Street, Drummonye; www.birkenheadpoint.com.au 31 March–1 April, 11am–5pm daily Enjoy award winning wines with an award winning view at this annual event. Sample delicious wines from the prestigious Mudgee region while soaking up stunning harbour views. Enjoy great food, giveaways and free entertainment for the whole family. Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park 9704 1000 www.eastershow.com.au 5–18 April Ogle at the rodeo, gasp at the spectacular human cannonball and get up close and personal with all forms of Australian life. Darling Harbour www.darlingharbour.com 6–9 April This free circus and acrobatic street festival is set to take over Darling Harbour during Easter weekend, complete with knife jugglers, stilt walkers and life-size puppets. Sydney Olympic Park www.thegreatescape.net.au 6-8 April Artists at this popular music festival include Wolfmother, The Roots, The Lemonheads, Hilltop Hoods, Missy Higgins, John Butler Trio, Lee Scratch Perry and many more. Forbes Street Reserve 21 April 11am–5pm Entertainment for all the family — market and food stalls, live music, dog show, kids’ entertainment and amusement rides. 25 April Commemorating Australian and New Zealand soldiers who died in the World Wars, the day begins with the dawn service just after 4am at the Cenotaph in Martin Place. The Anzac march commences from the same location, continuing along George St Bathurst St and Elizabeth St. The day closes with a sunset service at 5pm back at the Cenotaph. SPORTFollow the AFL team Sydney Swans as they play against West Coast, Brisbane Lions, Melbourne and Port Adelaide on selected weekends through March to May. Alternatively check out an NRL game every weekend at various stadiums around town. Check fixtures for details.
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