What to do in Sydney

April 2010

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After Dark

Easter Weekend falls at the beginning of April 2010. Easter Friday April 2nd, Easter Sunday 4th and Easter Monday April 5th. The Friday and Monday are public holidays.

ANZAC Day Sunday 25th April 2010 see National Remembrance of all Australians and New Zealanders who served and died for the countries during war time. A large parade travels down George St Sydney. A dawn service is held at the Cenotaph in Martin Place.

Entertainment in Sydney April 2010

2010 Ralph Australian Swimwear Model of the Year Finals 23rd April 2010 at Star City. With 40 of the hottest swimsuit models. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.

Deepak Chopra - in a one day journey of self-transformation Deepak will give you an understanding of physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing. Saturday 24th April 2010 at the Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre. Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au

Iron Man 2 starts at cinemas all over Sydney on Thursday 29th April 2010.

Darling Harbour Hoopla Festival is held over the Easter Long Weekend, 2 - 5 April 2010. Performing are the world's best acrobats, stunt performers and circus entertainers.

Sporting Events in Sydney April 2010

The National Rugby League Premiership has games at various venues on Friday night, Saturday and Sunday all through April 2010. Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au.

Sydney City Rooster vs Brisbane Bronces Friday 2nd April 2010 at Sydney Football Stadium Moorepark. Kick off 8.35pm.
Cronulla Sharks vs Parramatta Eels Saturday 3rd April 2010 at Toyota Stadium Woolooware (close to Cronulla). Kick off 5.30pm.
Newcastle Knights vs Penrith Panthers Sunday 4th April at . Kick off 4pm.
South Sydney Rabbitohs vs Cantebury Bulldogs Monday 5th April at . Kick off 7pm.
St George Dragons vs Brisbane Broncos Friday 9th April 2010 at WIN Stadium. Kick off 7.35PM.
Canterbury Bulldogs vs NZ Warriors Saturday 10th April 2010 at ANZ Stadium Homebush. Kick off 7.30pm.
Manly Seaeagles vs Cronulla Sharks Sunday 11th April 2010 at Brookvale Oval. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.
Penrith Panthers vs Sydney City Roosters CUA Stadium Penrith 11th April 2010 kick off 3pm. Tickets available from PROticket.
Parramatta Eels vs Canberra Raiders Monday 12th April 2010 at Parramatta Stadium. Kick off 7pm.
Sydney City Roosters vs Canberra Raiders Saturday 17th April 2010 at Sydney Football Stadium Moorepark. Kick off 7.30pm.
Newcastle Knights vs North Queensland Cowboys Saturday 17th April 2010 at Newcastle Stadium. Kick off 5.30pm.
Parramatta Eels vs South Sydney Rabbitohs Sunday 18th April 2010 at ANZ Stadium Homebush. Kick off at 3pm.
Canterbury Bulldogs vs Brisbane Broncos Friday 23rd April 2010 at ANZ Stadium. Kick off at 7.35pm. Tickets available from Ticketek.
Penrith Panthers vs West Tigers Saturday 24th April 2010 at CUA Stadium Penrith. Kick off at 5.30pm. Tickets available from Proticket.
Cronulla Sharks vs Newcastle Knights Saturday 24th April 2010 at Toyota Stadium Woolooware (close to Cronulla). Kick off 7.30pm. Tickets available from Ticketek.
St George Dragons vs Sydney City Roosters Sunday 25th April 2010 at Sydney Football Stadium. Kick off at 4pm. Tickets available from Ticketek.
Manly Sea Eagles vs Gold Coast Titans Monday 26th April 2010 at Brookvale Oval. Kick off at 7pm. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.
Parramatta Eels vs Canterbury Bulldogs Friday 30th April 2010 at ANZ Stadium Homebush. Kick off at 7.30pm. Tickets available from Ticketek.
Also see the other games on 1st and 2nd May 2010

April 23-24^th 2010 Telstra Swimming Grand Prix is being held at the Sydney Olympic Aquatic Centre.

The Golden Slipper Horse Race will be held at Rosehill Racecourse, Saturday 3rd April 2010. Close to Parramatta. Buy tickets at the gate or pre-purchase from Ticketek.

Rugby Union Super 14. Tickets available from www.ticketek.com.au:

NSW Waratahs vs Cheetahs Sydney Football Stadium 3rd April 2010.
NSW Waratahs vs Bulls - Sydney Footballs Stadium 11th April 2010.
NSW Waratahs vs ACT Brumbies - ANZ Stadium 24th April 2010. 7.40pm.

AFL - Australian Football League. Tickets on sale from Ticketek

Sydney Swans vs Richmond - Sydney Cricket Ground 10th April 2010, starts 7.10pm.
Sydney Swans vs West Coast Eagles - Sydney Cricket Ground 24th April 2010, starts 2.10pm.

Motor Racing in Sydney in April 2010

The Barry Sheene Festival of Speed 3rd - 4th April 2010 at Eastern Creek Raceway.

WRX Car Club Supersprint 18th April 2010 at Eastern Creek Raceway.

Australian 4x4 Masters Series 25th April 2010 at Eastern Creek Raceway.

Last updated 25th April 2010

Musicals and Theatre in Sydney April 2010

Wicked the Musical is playing at the Capitol Theatre 13 Campbell St Haymarket Sydney, running all through April 2010.

Merchants of Bollywood playing at the State Theatre, 49 Market St Sydney, all throughout April 2010.

The Walworth Farce is on at the Sydney Theatre Company until 24th April 2010.

Pajama Men, theatre comedy performing at Sydney Opera House, 21st April to 1st May 2010.

Codgers, theatre comedy performing at the Seymour Centre, Everest Theatre Chippendale, Sydney on Wednesday 28th April 2010. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.

Music Concerts in Sydney April 2010

Natalie Sin Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th April performing at the Lyric Theater Star City - a tribute to Teresa Teng. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.

Carol King & James Taylor Troubadour Reunion. Playing at the Sydney Entertainment Centre Monday 5th April 2010. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.

Rogue Traders Saturday 10th April 2010 for one show only at Lyric Theatre Star City. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.

Kelly Clarkson Saturday 17th April 2010 performing at the Acer Arena Homebush. Tickets available from Ticketek.

Spandau Ballet have reformed after 20 years and are returning to Australia since their last visit here in 1985. The will be performing at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on April 23rd 2010. Tickets are now on sale from www.ticketmaster.com.au.

Deep Purple with be performing in concert at the Sydney Entertainment Centre 28th April 2010. Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au

SUPAFEST 2010 Thursday 15th April and Friday 16th April 2010 at Acer Arena Olympic Park Homebush. Tickets available from www.ticketmaster.com.au. Featuring Akon, Kelly Rowland, Pitbull, Sean Paul and Jay Sean.

Short Stack Saturday 24th April 2010 at the Concert Hall Sydney Opera House. Tickets available from Ticketek.

Xavier Rudd Thursday 29th April 2010 at the Enmore Theatre. Tickets available from Ticketek.

Sydney Festivals and Events April 2010

Sydney Royal Easter Show held at Olympic Park Homebush 1st - 14th April 2010.

Sydney Family Show. 1st April - 14th April Entertainment Quarter Moore Park. Free entry. Plenty of rides, entertainment, animals and food.

iD Under 18's Festival Tuesday 6th April 2010 at Big Top Theatre Luna Park. The largest under 18's festival in Australia. Featuring Timmy Trumpet, Sam La More, Zannon, Jay2p and Bio Weapon.

Sydney Bridal Expo is being held at the Sydney Exhibition Centre Darling Harbour Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th April 2010.

International Capoeira Festival 10th and 11th April 2010 at Darling Harbour. Showcasing Brazilian culture of Capoeira with dance, aerobatics and drumming.

Stitches & Craft Show 2010. Wednesday 14th to Sunday 18th April 2010 at Australian Technology Park Redfern.

NSW Caravan, Camping, RV and Holiday Supershow is being held at Rosehill Racecourse on the 17th - 25th April 2010.

The Burbs Western Sydney Youth Festival Saturday 17th April 2010 at Blacktown Showground. Music, entertainment, rides and more.

Sydney Comedy Festival 19th April - 9th May 2010. 300 comedy performances at 15 venues across Sydney including at The Comedy Store, Enmore Theatre, Parade Theatre Kensington and The State Theatre. Performers include Julian Clary, Henry Rollins, Tom Green and Pauly Shore.

Sydney International Bachata Festival 23rd - 25th April 2010. Bachata and Latin Dancers will join this festival at the Manning Bar Sydney University. Lessons available during the festival.

Star Gazing @ Parramatta Park. Saturday 24th April 2010. Join in with amateur astronomers who will share their knowledge of the night skies. Free event.

The Great Comedy Debate Wednesday 28th April 2010 at the Enmore Theatre.

Australian Business and IT Expo. Wednesday 28th - Thursday 29th April 2010 at Darling Harbour, Sydney Exhibition Centre.

Australian Fitness & Health Expo 30th April - 2nd May 2010 at Sydney Exhibition Centre Darling Harbour.

Entertainment for the kids/children

Wiggles Wiggly Circus performing at the Lyric Theatre Star City 21st - 28th April 2010. Tickets from Ticketmaster.

Museum Exhibitions in Sydney in April 2010

From Earth to the Universe running all throughout April 2010 at the Powerhouse Museum in Pyrmont.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition through until April 26th 2010 at the Australian Museum College St Sydney, just opposite Hyde Park.

Palaenontology through Puppetry. Starts on Tuesdays at 11am from April 20th 2010 until 21st September 2010 at Australian Museum. Bookings essential.

What to do in Sydney

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