PARRAMATTA'S CBD REIGNITES WITH BIGGEST LOCAL EVENT SERIES SINCE THE PANDEMIC BEGAN

Everything from classic rock to symphonic classics. Roller skating to jazz-jiving. 

Live music, performances, and art in the heart of Parramatta.

Outdoor spaces across the Parramatta CBD will be transformed into buzzing entertainment venues as part of the City of Parramatta’s mammoth outdoor autumn event series, which includes the return of the award-winning Parramatta Nights and family-friendly Skate and Play events.

Running from 17 March to 23 April, the jam-packed program is set to be the biggest event series in Parramatta since the pandemic began.

Boasting a smorgasbord of free activities for audiences of all ages, this year’s event program includes the inaugural Parramatta Nights Street Festival, two epic concerts in Parramatta Park, jazz in Parramatta Square, performances by some of Australia’s most renowned First Nations artists, as well as art installations, roving performers and food and beverage offerings. For younger audiences, there will also be a family-friendly Skate and Play event during the school holidays.

Street Festival
Fridays 5pm - 10pm, Saturdays 2pm - 11pm, and Sundays Sun 2pm - 8pm
18 March – 27 March
Brought to you by City of Parramatta
Presented in partnership with Festival of Place
FREE FESTIVAL

Explore your way through a mix of live music, performances, and art in the heart of the CBD as Parramatta Nights takes over the streets with five outdoor stages.
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Jazz After Dark

• Thursday - Sunday, 17 – 27 March
• 6pm - 8pm
• Parramatta Square (between Smith St, Macquarie St and the Railway Station)
• Free to attend, no tickets or registrations required
• Presented by Parramatta Square, SIMA, City of Parramatta and the Festival of Place

Take a stroll to leafy Parramatta Square, pull up a beanbag or grab a table café-style as the sun sets and take in the atmosphere accompanied by live jazz during Parramatta Nights.
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Sydney Festival presents Sydney Symphony Under the Stars

• Saturday 26 March, 7pm
• Doors open from 5pm
• The Crescent, Parramatta Park
• Free to attend, no tickets or registrations required
• Presented by Sydney Festival in partnership with Sydney Symphony Orchestra and Greater Sydney Parklands

One of Sydney Festival’s most popular and widely anticipated events. Bring a picnic hamper, unfurl a rug and enjoy an epic free concert with friends and family.
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Rock in the Park

• Sunday 27 March, 4pm - 9pm
• The Crescent, Parramatta Park
• Free to attend, no tickets or registrations required

Jon Stevens, Baby Animals, Kingswood and ARC (Australian Rock Collective). Get loud in the crowd to your favourite classics along with true Oz music legends at Rock in the Park.
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Ngana Birrung

• First Nations Hip Hop
• Sunday 3 April
• 4pm - 9pm
• Erby Place stage
• Free to attend, no tickets or registrations required

Ngana Birrung (pronounced Nin-Gahna Bir-Rung, Dharug for Black Stars) will shine bright in Burramatta on the 3rd of April. As First Nations people we have always looked to the skies and stars to guide us, today we look to our young Ngana Birrung who continue to connect us through hip hop, dance and music.
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Skate and Play

• Friday 8 April – Saturday 23 April
• 11am – 10pm
• Prince Alfred Square
• Free entry

Let the good times roll for the whole family at Prince Alfred Square. Feeling adventurous? The action will be jam-packed. Strap on some skates and glide along the roller-rink to some of your favourite tunes or get an adrenaline rush with the amusement rides on offer.
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Parramatta Nights festival map
Find your way around Parramatta Nights with our downloadable festival map.
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PARRAMATTA NIGHTS

Website: https://atparramatta.com/parramatta-nights