As the sun begins to shine for longer and the coats slowly make their way to the back of the wardrobe, the end of winter and the dawn of spring sees a new host of exciting activities to fill your weekend calendar. Take a look at what’s happening this August/September near you:
National:
What: Drawtism for Autism
Where: Everywhere
When: 1 August – 31 August, 2015
Source: Autism Spectrum Australia
Feeling like a night in this month? Round up some friends and dust off your Pictionary board to raise money for Autism. If you’ve ever played Pictionary, you know how frustrating it can be when you can’t get your message across to your team. That can be how it feels for someone living with Autism. This month, Autism Spectrum Australia wants you to host a game of Pictionary to raise money for Autism. Set up your fundraising page here, and have fun whilst supporting a worthwhile cause.
WA:
Source: CineFestOZ
What: CinéfestOZ
Where: Various locations, WA
When: 26 August – 30 August, 2015
Set in the seaside centres of Busselton, Bunbury, Dunsborough and the Margaret River wine region, CinéfestOZ will be showcasing feature film premieres and events throughout the regions cinemas, wineries, small bars and galleries. Featuring an impressive lineup of high calibre special guests and new Australian and French films, this year’s CinéfestOZ will also include a special China Australia Film Collaboration Event and IndigifestOz, a new component of the Festival presenting Aboriginal film content and activities. Tickets available here.
SA:
Source: Australian Geographic ANZANG Nature Photographer of the Year (By Johnny Gaskell)
What: 2015 Australian Geographic ANZANG Nature Photographer of the Year Awards
When: 1 August – 30 August 2015
Where: South Australian Museum, Adelaide
The Australian Geographic ANZANG Nature Photographer of the Year competition celebrates the natural heritage of Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica and New Guinea each year. Don’t miss your chance to experience this amazing photographic showcase of the unique flora, fauna and landscapes of this stunning part of the world. More information at the ANZANG website.
NSW:
What: Festival Of Dangerous Ideas
When: 5 September – 6 September, 2015
Where: Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Source: Sydney Opera House
The annual Festival of Dangerous Ideas (FODI) is back, and as dangerous as ever. The two day festival held at the Sydney Opera House brings thought leaders and culture creators together from around the world to present fresh and exciting ideas that seek to address and challenge local and international issues. Feel inspired and excited by talks and panel discussions from an extensive lineup of experts and personalities. Tickets available through the Sydney Opera House.
VIC:
Source: MSFW
What: Melbourne Spring Fashion Week
When: 28 August – 4 September, 2015
Where: Around Melbourne
Welcome Spring in the most fashionable way possible and get amongst Melbourne Spring Fashion Week. Presented by City of Melbourne, the twenty-first annual festival will showcase established and emerging local designers, brands and retailers with their dazzling and inspiring new season styles. The week long festival comprises a host of fashion events, including an opening gala, Contemporary, Spring Carnival, Mr and Resort runway shows, industry workshops, markets, and exclusive events. Information and tickets here.
ACT:
Source: The Canberra Times
What: Canberra Times Fun Run
When: 6 Septmeber 2015
Where: Across Canberra
Canberrans know how to do outdoor fitness right, and The Canberra Times Fun Run is no exception. Run past Canberra’s idylic scenery and streets for a 14km, 10km or 5km, each catered for various running abilities and featuring enough on course entertainment to keep you flying.
The proceeds from The Canberra Times Fun Run go to more than 250 charities, so you can feel good from more than just those endorphins. Set up a fundraising page for your business, or register as a solo runner at The Canberra Times Fun Run website.
TAS:
Source: Discover Tasmania
What: Junction Arts Festival
When: 2 Sep – 6 Sep, 2015
Where: Across Launceston
Junction Arts Festival is back for it’s fifth year as one of Tasmania’s growing number of niche festivals and events across the state. Junction brings you a spread of live arts and participatory and site-specific performances that place the audience at the centre of the experience, using non-traditional venues in a range of public and private spaces. More information, here.
NT:
Source: Pozible
What: Crowdfunding Darwin
When: September 1, 2015
Where: Charles Darwin University, Darwin
Australia’s favourite crowdfunding platform, Pozible, is coming to Darwin for a free crowdfunding workshop. If you have an idea that needs funding, Crowdfunding Darwin gives you the opportunity to hear from the experts how crowdfunding can work for your project. Break down territorial barriers and get the cash you need to help make your passion project become a reality. Tickets through Eventbrite.
International:
What: Apple Music Festival
When: 19 September – 28 September, 2015
Where: Everywhere
Apple have just announced that Pharrell Williams, One Direction, Florence + The Machine and Disclosure are among the headliners at the 2015 Apple Music Festival at London’s Roundhouse this September. For those of you who can’t quite justify a plane ticket to London for the ten-day event, Apple will broadcast performances to music fans around the world for free, which can be viewed live and on-demand on Apple Music.
The Apple Music Festival takes place over ten nights from 19 September to 28 September. Grab all the info here.
