To view more events please select a date from the calendar on the left. To view all events click here. Saturday 7 March

AUDI SYDNEY HARBOUR REGATTA - FREE

A sailing spectacular on Sydney Harbour involving the participation of all Sydney Clubs. Sydney is synonymous with sailing and until now has not showcased the excitement of sailing in an event of this proportion.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8 and Monday 9 March
Time: All day
Cost: FREE
Location: Numerous vantage points around the harbour foreshore and a selection of on-water viewing craft.

Additional information:
W www.sydneyharbourregatta.com

Proudly presented by Middle Harbour Yacht Club and principal partners Audi Australia

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WOODEN BOAT RAFT UP – FREE

The Wooden Boat Association is organising a festival of classic and historic wooden boats at Cockle Bay Marina. These pleasure, and working, boats of every type have been a feature of Sydney Harbour for many decades—some are more than 120-years-old. The boats will be assembled at the marina to provide the public with the rare chance to see them at close quarters in one convenient location.

Date: Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 March
Time: 9am – 5pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Cockle Bay Marina

Additional information:
W www.wbansw.org.au

Proudly presented by Wooden Boat Association of NSW

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DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING

Take the plunge with this introduction to scuba diving in one of Sydney Harbour’s amazing Aquatic Reserves. Your first taste of breathing underwater will reveal a world of aquatic wildlife prospering in the safety of Manly Cove Reserve, with some surprising and awesome guests!

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am, 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm, 4pm
Cost: $65 per person
Location: Manly Cove, ocean netted pool, West Esplanade Manly (meet at beach between Manly Wharf and Oceanworld). A location map will be provided with your booking voucher.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/discoverscuba

Proudly presented by PRO DIVE

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FAMILY ENDEAVOUR ADVENTURE

Experience a family evening aboard Captain Cook’s ship of discovery, HMB Endeavour. Enjoy a frolicking adventure for the whole family aboard Captain Cook’s ship of discovery. Our 18th century sailor will regale you with quirky facts from the past. Sausage sizzle included.

Date: Saturday 7 March
Time: 6pm – 8pm
Cost: $25 per person, $50 families (2 adults, 2 children)
Location: Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray St, Darling Harbour

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9298 3777
W www.anmm.gov.au

Proudly presented by Australian National Maritime Museum

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FORT DENISON HERITAGE TOUR

Join a 30-minute tour of Australia’s only Martello Tower with a NSW National Parks and Wild Life Service guide. Explore 150 years of history and enjoy a magnificent 360-degree view of Sydney and its harbour. Fort Denison restaurant and cafe will offer a special for visitors during Sydney Harbour Week.

Date: Sunday 7 - Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am – 3.45pm
Cost: $27 adult, $22 concession, $17 child
Location: Fort Denison, Sydney Harbour National Park. Meet at Cadman’s Cottage, The Rocks 15 minutes prior to ferry departure.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9247 5033

Proudly presented by National Parks and Wildlife Service

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GUIDED SNORKEL TOUR AT FAIRLIGHT BEACH

Explore Fairlight Bay with a mask and fins and discover many of the fascinating marine creatures, including rays, octopuses and blue groupers, which flourish in the safety of Sydney Harbour. It’s not just a working harbour, it’s a recreational one too! If you can’t get below the surface, let us show you what’s there.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10am, 11am, 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm
Cost: $35 per person
Location: Fairlight Beach, The Esplanade Park, off Fairlight Crescent, North Harbour (Meet at Fairlight Pool, east end of beach). A location map will be provided with your booking voucher.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/snorkel

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NORTH FORT GUIDED TOUR

Discover North Fort’s World War 2, 9.2-inch gun emplacements, underground tunnels and the National Artillery Museum. View a feature display of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour; enjoy unsurpassed views of the harbour from the North Fort Cafe and stroll along Australia's Memorial Walk which honours those who have served in the defence of Australia in peace and war.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Wednesday 11, Saturday 14, and Sunday 15 March
Time: 10.30am, 11.30am, 1pm and 2pm
Cost: Tickets available from the cafe: $11 adult, $5 child, $8 concession, $25 family (2 adults, 2 children)
Location: Corner North Fort Road and North Head Scenic Drive, Manly

Additional information and group bookings:
T (02) 9976 6102
W www.northfort.org.au

Proudly presented by the Army History Unit, The Royal Australia Artillery Historical Company

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PRO DIVE SYDNEY HARBOUR PLEASURE DIVES – CERTIFIED DIVERS

Explore Sydney Harbour from a different angle—underwater! Enjoy a double dive from the most luxurious dive boat in Sydney. Come and enjoy the best water clarity in more than 100 years and discover the ever increasing diversity of marine life that the harbour sustains.

Date: Saturday 7, Sunday 8, Monday 9, Friday 13, Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March
Time: Morning departures: 7.45am Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, 8am Manly Yacht Club jetty. Afternoon departures: 12.45pm Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, 1pm Manly Yacht Club jetty.
Cost: $109 per person with own scuba equipment or $159 with PRO DIVE equipment (tank and weight supplied free of charge)

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9977 5966
W www.prodivesydneymanly.com/SealifeV/SydneyBoatDive

Proudly presented by PRO DIVE

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TRY YACHTING DAY

Learn to sail on Sydney Harbour. Experience the thrill of yachting in a safe and friendly environment. This course introduces newcomers to the wonderful sport of sailing on board one of the Flying Fish Beneteau 40.7 yachts. By the end of the course you will have experienced basic crew work, as well as helming on different points of sail.

Date: Saturday 7 March
Time: 10am – 12 noon, 1pm – 3pm
Cost: $75 per person
Location: Middle Harbour Yacht Club, Spit Bridge, Mosman. Meet at Flying Fish office on the water front.

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9976 6714
W www.flyingfishonline.com

Proudly presented by Flying Fish

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TRY ELECTRIC BOATING

Quiet. Zero emissions. Stylish. The green alternative in boating.

Eco Boats Australia offers luxury electric boats for hire on beautiful Middle Harbour. Pack a picnic and glide down the waterways in complete silence and comfort. Come and try these new eco-friendly boats for a reduced tariff during Sydney Harbour Week. Drive yourself—no license required!

Date: Saturday 7 to Sunday 15 March
Time: 9am – 6pm
Cost: $180 per boat for up to 3 hours (seating up to 8 persons)
Location: Middle Harbour: departures from Northbridge Marina, Widgiewa Road, Northbridge

Additional information and bookings (essential):
T (02) 9929 8834
W www.ecoboats.com.au

Proudly presented by Eco Boats Australia

SHIP'S AHOY - HISTORY IN ACTION – FREE

Ship’s ahoy! Come and celebrate Potex's 100th birthday, take a ride in a steam ship, inspect our 100-year-old boats. It will be loads of fun for all the family.

Date: Saturday 7 March
Time: 10am – 4pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Wharf 7, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont

Additional information:
T (02) 9298 3868
W www.shf.org.au

Proudly presented by Sydney Heritage Fleet

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Disclaimer: Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is the coordinator of the 2009 Sydney Harbour Week. Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority is not, however, responsible for organising individual events that take place under the 2009 Sydney Harbour Week banner, and it makes no representations or warranties.