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October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

October 16th - November 1st

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Surf + Sound presents a world-class surf competition spearheaded by world champion, Joel Parkinson. Free to attend, we're bringing two days of exhilarating surfing to the Northern Beaches. Featuring Men's Open, Women's and U18 Junior divisions set against the iconic backdrop of Manly Beach.
Across three weekends, Surf + Sound will come alive with a music program powered by local and international talent. Bringing together an extensive line-up of live performances & headlining acts across Manly Wharf.
Surf + Sound transforms Manly Wharf into a vibrant outdoor gallery. Curated by Jeremyville, the trail features large-scale inflatables, sculptures, and installations, free for public viewing across the three-week festival.

The art program celebrates emerging and established talent while inspiring connection through art. Welcoming celebrated artists from across Sydney, including Elliott Routledge (Funskull), Karlee Mackie, Steve Ormandy, Daimon Downey and Ozzy Wrong.
A place for the community to kick back and relax. Surf + Sound will feature a line-up of family-friendly and inclusive programming, for all ages to enjoy! Full program to come.
Fresh, local and full of flavour, Surf + Sound welcomes a moutwatering experience worthy of the coastline it celebrates. Dine at any venue across Manly Wharf throughout Surf + Sound and enjoy of a mouth-watering line-up of flavours available across the 3 weekends. Seriously good food, salty air, sea views. What more could you want!

DEFENDER Live Art

Oct 16
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Nov 1
In a world first, five vintage Land Rover DEFENDER's will be painted live during Surf + Sound. Free for public viewing throughout the festival.
Manly Wharf
Art

Jeremyville Outdoor Art Trail

Oct 16
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Nov 1
New York–based contemporary artist and author, Jeremyville, is the proud art curator for Surf + Sound.
Manly Wharf
Art

Boardrider Battle

Oct 31
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Nov 1
Surf + Sound presents a world-class surf competition spearheaded by world champion, Joel Parkinson. Free to attend, we're bringing two days of exhilarating surfing to the Northern Beaches.
Manly Main Beach
Surf

GANGgajang

Nov 1
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Doors 7pm
GANGgajang have been a defining presence in Australian music for four decades, blending rock, pop and distinctly Australian storytelling.
Felons Barrel Room
Music

Winston Surfshirt

Nov 1
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Secret location!
One of Australia’s most recognisable modern soul and R&B acts. Celebrating 10 years of “Be About You” - a defining song of the Northern Beaches.
Manly Wharf
Music

Skunkhour

Oct 30
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Doors 7pm
Back to Basics sees the band do what they do best, playing their killer live repertoire of renowned innovative music, fused with infectious rhythm, compelling riffage, and vocal styling like no other band in the land.
Felons Barrel Room
Music

The Whitlams

Oct 16
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Doors 7pm
“Return to Rock Island” takes the band back to its favourite rock rooms, where if only the walls could talk about the joyful two, three and four night residencies over the decades.
Felons Barrel Room
Music

The Beautiful Girls

Oct 17
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Doors 7pm
The Beautiful Girls is the musical project of Australian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mat McHugh. Defined by warm melodies, honest songwriting and an enduring connection to surf and coastal culture.
Felons Barrel Room
Music

Skegss

Oct 24
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Doors 7pm
Growing from laid-back coastal beginnings into one of Australia’s most recognisable modern rock bands.
Felons Barrel Room
Music
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Dining at Manly Wharf

Oct 16
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Nov 1
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Open Daily
Manly Wharf hosts a variety of waterfront restaurants and bars, all set along the stunning Sydney harbourfront.
Manly Wharf
Dining
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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land upon which Surf + Sound sits, the Gayemagal people of the Eora Nation. We recognise their continuing connection and unique cultural and spiritual relationship to the land, water, and community. We pay our deepest respects to them and their culture, and to Elders, past, present, and emerging.