Events
Hornsby Shire Council hosts a large number of events throughout the year. From music, food and art festivals to guided bush walks to school holiday programs. There is something for everyone, young and old!
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, Hornsby LibraryPlot Perfect & Character Flawed – Creative Writing Workshop
Presented by Darcy Tindale. -
- The Cottage at BrooklynOnly One Earth - art by Beverley Ottery
Art exhibition displaying the works of Beverley Ottery. -
,Lloyd Trig and Deerubbin loop walk, Cowan
A spectacular three-hour (6.6 km), moderately challenging walk in Muogamarra Nature Reserve with a focus on rare plants and animals. -
, OnlineThe complexity of school refusal
If your child is struggling to attend school, you’re not alone. -
, Hornsby LibraryMeet the author Jacqueline Harvey
Jacqueline Harvey, author of the best-selling Alice- Miranda and Kensy and Max books, is coming to Hornsby Library to launch her brand new book “The Girl and the Ghost.” -
,Beginners Walk - Brooklyn
This one and a half hour (2 km) circuit has occasional, short, steep sections and uneven steps. Discover the lovely environment of the Hawkesbury River and the hidden gems of Parsley Bay, Flat Rock Point and McKell Park. -
, Grounds of St Therapon ParishFamily fun fete
Bring the family to the Family Fun Fete at the Parish of St Therapon in Pennant Hills. -
,Fungi iNaturalist Bushwalk, Hornsby
Join local fungi and iNaturalist enthusiasts, Liz and Sofia, to explore the fascinating world of fungi. You will also use the iNaturalist app to learn more about the fungi in your local area. This is an easy to moderately challenging (2km) bushwalk along a fire trail through majestic Blue Gum High Forest. -
- Online via Zoom and YouTubeLunch and the Law
A free webinar series as part of NSW Law Week 2025. -
, Hornsby RSLNational Volunteer Week Comedy Show and Lunch
Recognising and thanking the numerous volunteers in Hornsby Shire. -
- Wallarobba Arts and Cultural CentreHornsby Art Society 2025 Members Award Exhibition
The annual exhibition by the Members of Hornsby Art Society. -
, Pennant Hills LibraryNational Simultaneous Storytime
Come and enjoy ‘The Truck Cat by Deborah Frenkel and illustrated by Danny Snell. -
, Pennant Hills Community CentreWills, Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianships
Making a will and appointing a power of attorney or enduring guardian are important decisions. -
, Hornsby LibraryRental Laws
Residential tenancy laws are changing in NSW. -
, Hornsby LibrarySydney Writers’ Festival: Meet Inga Simpson, author of THE THINNING
Sydney Writers' Festival is coming to your neighbourhood! Join bestselling author Inga Simpson to discuss her moving environmental thriller, The Thinning. -
, Thornleigh Community CentreClothing Swap
Exchange your preloved clothes and accessories with our second-hand community. -
,Tippers Lookout Bushwalk, Cowan
This 3 hr 15 min (7.7 km) moderately challenging stroll through Muogamarra Nature Reserve showcases some of Hornsby Shire's most special bushland. -
,Bujwa Bay Bushwalk, Cowan
This three-hour (6.2 km), moderately challenging to challenging bushwalk follows a fire trail from the ridgetop of Cowan down to the tranquil waters of Bujwa Bay. -
, Hornsby LibraryReconciliation Week 2025
Fully booked. Waitlist availableJoin us for this special ‘Reconciliation Week’ event to hear the extraordinary story of local Dharug elder, Aunty Edna Watson, and to better understand the experience of growing up Aboriginal in Hornsby.
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, Online webinarGoing solar made easy. A free webinar.
A free info session presented by Hornsby Shire Council and Zero Emissions Solutions.