There's still time to discover our underwater world with these Summerama activities

Summerama is a Council-run annual event showcase, featuring free and fun activities for the whole family to celebrate our fabulous coast and learn about the wonderful creatures who call it home.

Kelp Forest Photo Awards Exhibition

When: 24 January – 19 February 
Where: Waverley Library Gallery 
Time: 10 am – 5 pm daily

Underwater forests of seaweed, known as kelp, cover more than half of Australia’s waters, and over one third of the world’s coastlines.

As part of Summerama, Waverley Library will be exhibiting 28 finalists and winners from the Kelp Forest Alliance’s photo competition, hand selected from 350 entries across seventeen countries. Come along and ponder the world of these ‘forgotten forests’ at this exploratory exhibition.

Love the Coast photography exhibition opening

When: 14 February  
Where: Bondi Pavilion Gallery  
Time: 6 – 8 pm

This Valentine’s Day, we’re loving the coast by revealing the winners of our 2025 Love the Coast competition and officially opening the exhibition of their entries.

Focusing on marine diversity, this year’s exhibition was an open invitation to photographers with a particular specialty in underwater perspective.

Drawing Our Coast Workshop

When: 16 February 
Where: Bondi Pavilion High Tide Room

Time: 10 am – 12 pm

Let our coastline “draw” you in, as you learn the basics of drawing with local artist Cameron Stead. Be inspired to put your new skills into practice by drawing what connects you to the coast. All materials supplied.

Rockpool Discovery Tour

When: 15 February 
Where: meet at the North Bondi Surf Club  
Time: 3 – 5 pm

Uncover some of the amazing creatures living in Bondi’s rock pool with the help of our expert marine biologist. A family friendly activity that is sure to bring awe for these amazing ecosystems, perfect for any ocean lover. Get a sneak peak of what to expect from our rockpool tours here.

Please note, all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Karla Dickens: Rise & Fall

Until 2 February, the community can enjoy the brilliant works of Wiradjuri artist Karla Dickens, who explores climate catastrophe from a First Nations perspective, in response to the devasting floods in Lismore in 2022.

Gain a provocative insight into the struggles faced by the planet due to climate change, and the implications this poses for our community.