What’s On in Balmain, Rozelle & Birchgrove
- neighbourhoodmedia
- Sep 5
- 4 min read
Whale Watching, Comedy Nights, Markets & More Local Events This Season
Whether you're a long-time local or new to the neighbourhood, there’s plenty to see, do and enjoy right on your doorstep. Here are our picks for what’s happening around Balmain, Birchgrove and Rozelle.
Whale Watching
📍 Captain Cook Cruises
📅 May - November 2025
Each year, over 20,000 humpback whales make the 3,500km journey from the icy waters of Antarctica to the warm tropics of the Great Barrier Reef - and Sydney is considered one of the best places in Australia to see them. From Circular Quay, passengers can set sail aboard a purpose-built cruise, passing the Opera House and Harbour Bridge before venturing into the open ocean for an unforgettable encounter. With a Whale Sighting Guarantee, guests are assured they will either spot whales or enjoy another cruise free of charge.
Tickets: captaincook.com.au
Rozelle Comedy Club
📍The Native Rose Hotel
📅 Last Thursday Of The Month
It’s hard to find a good comedy night in Sydney but we’ve discovered this hidden gem in Rozelle that packs the punchlines on the last Thursday of each month.
For the small price of $25 a ticket you’ll enjoy 5 brilliant professional comedians, with the night being topped off with a special headliner who’s guaranteed to have you giggling!
The tasty pub food and candlelit New York-style seating creates a buzzing atmosphere that’s so right for comedy. This is the perfect night to spend with mates or a cheeky date.
Tickets: eventbrite.com.au
Mort Bay Park Bushcare
📍McKell Street, Birchgrove (Mort Bay Community Garden)
📅 Aug 28, Sept 11, Sept 29, Oct 9
On the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month, volunteers meet at Mort Bay Community Gardens to work on the surrounding corridor of native bushland. New Bushcare volunteers have the opportunity to learn about native plants and wildlife, while working in pockets of coastal rainforest and vibrant sandstone heath. Training, tools and morning tea are provided.
Contact urbanecology@innerwest.nsw.gov.au to find out more.
Superyacht Saturdays on The Jackson
📍Sydney Harbour
📅 Saturdays
Are you celebrating a special something this Spring or Summer? Good timing, because Sydney’s most stylish Saturdays are back. From milestone birthdays to fabulous long lunches with friends, The Jackson is where Sydney’s most glamorous Saturdays unfold.
Chandon Harbour Long Lunch – Sip free-flowing Chandon, savour a chef-curated menu, and enjoy acoustic live music as you linger with friends against a backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Perfect for a fabulous forty, milestone birthday, or simply a long-overdue catch-up.
Veuve Clicquot in the Sun – Champagne, canapés, and Sydney’s hottest DJs — the ultimate daytime party to toast life, friendship, and sunshine on the Harbour.Because life’s special moments deserve the city’s most spectacular stage.
Reserve your Saturday escape now: thejackson.com.au
Storytime at Balmain Library
📍370 Darling St, Balmain
📅 Wednesday, 10:30am
A delightful session of stories, songs and rhymes designed to spark a lifelong love of books and reading. Perfect for children aged 3–5, these fun and engaging gatherings help develop early literacy, listening and language skills, while also building confidence in being part of a group.
More details & programs online: innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Social Knitting at Balmain Library
📍370 Darling St, Balmain
📅 Sept 5, Sept 19, Oct 3, Oct 17
Join a warm, welcoming group of knitters of all skill levels. Bring your own project or start something new while sharing tips, patterns, and friendly conversation. Runs during school term - no bookings required, just drop in and enjoy the creativity.
Balmain Village Markets
📍214 Darling St, Balmain (St Andrew’s Church Grounds)
⏱️ Second Saturday of the Month
📅 Upcoming: Sept 13, Oct 11
A beloved local favourite, the Balmain Markets bring together over 50 stalls offering everything from handmade jewellery and vintage fashion to plants, books, and artisan produce. Set within the historic grounds of St Andrew’s Church, it’s the perfect Saturday outing - browse, eat, meet the makers, and soak up the vibrant community vibe. Friendly pups welcome!
Details: balmainvillagemarkets.com.au
Singers Holiday Bootcamp
📍Balmain Scout Hall (103 Mort St)
📅 Sat, Sept 29 - Wed, Oct 1
The award-winning Singers Bootcamp is hitting Balmain these Spring School Holidays. This incredible three-day workshop (sold-out for the past six years) gives kids aged 7 to 12 the chance to sing, dance, and act like a real professional performer. Designed for all abilities, it’s the perfect confidence-building experience for both shy and outgoing young singers. Book in before the 12th of September and receive $40 off.
Details: emmadeanssings.com.au
Festival of Balmain 2025
📍Darling St (between Montague & Booth St), Balmain
📅 Sun, 30 Nov | 11am - 5pm
Balmain’s getting its very own street party! The inaugural Festival of Balmain will transform Darling Street into a vibrant hub of live music, pop-up bars, food trucks, market stalls, and creative workshops. With something for all ages - including family-friendly fun and local maker markets - it’s a celebration of everything we love about life on the peninsula.
Details: innerwest.nsw.gov.au
Balmain Jacobean Singers: Sounds of the Solstice
📍St John the Evangelist Church, Birchgrove
📅 3pm, Sat, Dec 6th
Celebrate the season with the Balmain Jacobean Singers festive concert, Sounds of the Solstice. With over 25 years of local performances, this vibrant community choir brings warmth, harmony, and joy to every event. Whether you’re a long-time music lover or new to choral singing, join the audience for an afternoon of uplifting melodies. The group is also welcoming new choristers of all abilities- no formal training needed, just a love of singing!
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