What’s On In The Sutherland Shire This October
Get into the swing of spring with food, fundraisers and fun happenings
We’re well into the swing of spring and the Shire is buzzing with activity. October is set to be a month for the ages, with a big focus on food, fundraisers and fantastic events to get you by. And once you’ve run through them all, don’t forget that there are a huge number of nature walks, swimming spots and shopping spots to explore. Here’s what’s on in the Sutherland Shire this October.
Salty Sundays At Summer Salt
We all love a good Sunday sesh - and so do the team at waterfront hotspot Summer Salt. Every Sunday from October 1st, you can saunter on down for $12 Happy Hour margs and a specially-crafted menu while you enjoy the summer-y sounds of live music. We’re expecting this to get pretty hot, so bookings are essential.
Book your Sunday arvo tipple via summersaltrestaurant.com
Snag Up To 60% Off At Hutwoods Caringbah Warehouse Sale
Hutwoods, everyone's beloved local candle business, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary and doing so in style. Join them for the ultimate warehouse sale, offering up to 60% off storewide, and immerse yourself in delicious fragrances and chic bath & body products. It's the perfect chance to enhance your home or stock up on Christmas gifts! The sale takes place on Saturday, 28th, and Sunday, 29th October, from 10:00am to 3:00pm at 3/91 Parraweena Road, Caringbah. You can expect bubbles and good vibes all around.
Click here for more information and to RVSP
Get Baked At FLOUR
Sounds cheeky, but what we’re actually referring to is the Shire’s newest bakery, FLOUR. Not only are they slinging some of the best, warmest, flakiest and crumbliest pastries and treats around, you can get up close and personal and watch the action via their Doughroom, where the talented chefs are hard at work. The coffee is impressive here too!
Keep an eye on their Instagram @weareflour_ for more info
Get Some Pasta On Your Fork At Albi’s
Ready your stomach for a carb overload, because Albi’s Taverna has just launched all you can eat pasta on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Yes. ALL you can eat. For $39 per person, you’ll be treated to Focaccia with Truffle Butter before you move onto the main act: any pasta, gnocchi or risotto that tickles your fancy. Once you finish one, it’s onto the next.
Book a table and check out the menu at albistaverna.com.au
Have A Very Happy Hour At Hurricanes
You’ve seen the delicious interiors splashed across your Insta feeds, but if you haven’t yet visited the brand new Hurricanes in Cronulla, there’s never been a better time. The Shire’s hottest new venue has introduced Happy Hour between 5:30pm and 6:30pm on Monday through to Thursday. So settle in for a post-work snack and enjoy beers and wine from $6, or a caipiroska or lychee martini for $12.
See more at hurricanesbarandgrill.com.au
Book In For A Seaside Beer Night
We challenge you to name a better duo than Next Door and Newtown-based craft brewery Young Henrys. Create a calendar event, mark it down in your diary, set an alarm; just make sure you’re there to experience this collab on Thursday 26th October, which will see you indulging in a five course meal while you sip paired Young Henry’s and tune into some live music. Epic vibes are also promised.
Secure your spot by calling their team on 9544 2267
The Family Co. Gala Dinner
A leading provider of support for vulnerable families and children in the Shire since 1987, The Family Co. has a longstanding history of hosting events that do a world of good. Following the success of last year’s inaugural spring event, at 6:30pm on Friday 13th October The Family Co. are hosting a Gala Dinner that will raise funds to aid its cause. It’s a three-course affair with drinks, entertainment and a silent auction held at The Founders Room, and tickets are $220 per person.
Secure your tickets via thefamilyco.org.au
Visit The Freshly-Opened Cronulla Sailing Club
Don your best spring attire and head down to what has been called Cronulla’s best sunset venue. Yes, the Cronulla Sailing Club is finally reopening its doors for the season. Every Friday night from 4:00pm, the Club will be inviting guests to drink, dine (on dishes by Giovenco catering) and kick back to live music while laying eyes on a next-to-none view over the ocean. And if a twilight sail tickles your fancy (and how could it not?) be on the dock at 5:30pm sharp.
Find out more at cronullasc.com
Get The Scoop At Anita Gelato
La Mama del Gelato herself is gracing the Shire with creamy, sweet treats unlike anywhere else in the world (except maybe the motherland, Italy). This famous establishment serves boutique, 100% handmade ice cream, frozen yoghurt and sorbet (over 150 varieties, in fact) that have caused quite a worldwide stir since its humble beginnings almost 20 years ago. Don’t believe us? Try for yourself - and trust the ‘Un simbolo di qualità’.
Check them out at anita-gelato.com
KNIP Breast Cancer In The Butt
Helmed by the fabulous team behind Jensens, KNIP is a month-long fundraising event that is set to raise both awareness and funds for The National Breast Cancer Foundation. This year, the goal is a whopping $250,000, which will be aided by activations throughout Jensens Group restaurants including special food and drink, and a huge raffle (with some fabulous prizes - tickets on sale soon!) and a gala dinner. Extra brownie points can be earned if you get kitted out in pink attire for your visit!
Find out more at knip.com.au
Experience A Foodie Haven At Menai Foodie Markets
In finger-licking good news, Menai Foodie Markets are returning on Friday, October 13th from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. Held at Parc Menai, the event will feature over 40 stalls with cuisines from all over Sydney. A foodie paradise, arrive hungry and enjoy the live music or kids' rides with the family whilst you’re there.
Parc Menai, Menai
Shop For Handmade Goodies At This Hazelhurst Market
Hazelhurst’s annual Art & Design Market is back on Sunday, October 8th from 10:00am to 3:00pm! Taking place across the beautiful grounds of Hazelhurst, the market will feature a curated lineup of established and emerging artists, designers and makers from southern Sydney and beyond. Explore over 80 stallholders showcasing a range of artisan ceramics, jewellery, fashion, textiles, candles, homewares, paintings, photography, stationary and more, all lovingly made by hand. Adding to the good vibes, there will be live music by 'The Shy Guys' and delicious food trucks!
782 Kingsway, Gymea
Bar Hop Around Cronulla With Urban Cocktail Trail
OK, so we’re all for a walking trail, but what if it had cocktails along the way? Sign. Us. Up. Rolling with a concept like no other, Urban Cocktail Trails invites you to ‘shake, rattle and stroll’ around your local area, and this month they’re heading to Cronulla on Saturday, October 7th. The trail will start off with a bite to eat before taking you to some of the best bars and venues in town to taste a lineup of signature cocktails for every taste. As a self-guided experience, where you decide to stop and sip is completely up to you! Rally the girls, the boys, your siblings, whoever - just be sure to reserve your spot by booking a ticket!
Book your place in Cronulla’s Urban Cocktail Trail via urbancocktailtrail.com
Posted: 1st October 2023