Interesting Things To Do On Australia Day In Sydney

Every year, on January 26th, Sydney turns on a big show to celebrate the national day. The day commemorates the arrival of the First Fleet in Sydney and the beginning of colonisation in the country. If it’s your first Australia Day in Sydney, here are some interesting things you can do and places you may visit to embrace Aussie life.

Australia Day Cruises On Sydney Harbour

Sydney Harbour is a world-class destination that is also a frequent venue for many popular events every year. And Australia Day is one such event that transforms the harbour into a festive ground. If you’re planning to attend the festivities this year, witness it in style by hopping on board an Australia Day Cruise on Sydney Harbour. An Australia Day Cruise lets you be in the midst of all action in a grand fashion. Catch the iconic Australia Day fireworks show from on board one of our special dinner cruises on the said day. They also offer a delicious meal that is freshly prepared by experienced chefs. Enjoy your dishes with premium drinks and beverages served from a fully licensed bar on board the cruises. There are luxury catamarans, premium glass boats and authentic paddlewheelers on Sydney Harbour that provide beautiful venues to celebrate the day in style. So, if you’re a fan of cruising, book your Australia Day cruise tickets today!

WugulOra Morning Ceremony

The WugulORa Morning Ceremony, held at Barangaroo Reserve is a special ceremony that commemorates the ancestral connection of the native Aboriginals to their land. The word ‘WugulOra’ means ‘One Mob’ which signifies the unity among the native people on the land. During the ceremony, the Aboriginal dancers and singers including the Sydney Festival’s Bayara Choir and the Koomurri Aboriginal Dance Troupe perform before the audience. The national anthem is sung in both English and Aboriginal language Dharawal before the Australian flags are raised on the Harbour Bridge.

Suburban Events

In Sydney, Australia Day is celebrated across the city including the local suburban areas. Some of these places also host prominent suburban events which are worth attending. Visit Cronulla to enjoy live performances by local bands and choirs and also fireworks. You may also visit Enmore Park to catch some exciting live performances or have a wonderful picnic. Have a BBQ Australia Day Breakfast at the Dee Why Beach to start the day on a fun note. The Parramatta Park is a great place for families with kids as it hosts a number of exciting events such as the hot air balloon display, a vintage car show, the Parravision talent quest and the Big BBQ. So if you’re planning to stay outside the city centre on Australia Day, visit any of these suburban events to make it count!

Yabun Festival

While the majority of the population welcomes the day in great eagerness, the native Aboriginals observe the day as Invasion Day or Survival Day. It is a highly anticipated festival that provides a space for the Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders to showcase their cultural and artistic values. Head over to the Corroboree ground to enjoy live music and get your hands on some fine arts and handicraft by the indigenous communities. You will also find a number of stalls and programs for youngsters and the elderly. Till day, the Yabun Festival is the biggest one-day celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Islander cultures in the country.

Australia Day is always a wonderful spectacle to behold in Sydney. If you’re planning to attend the event this year, then do remember this list of interesting things you should try on this day!

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