The summer fun rolls on

Barefoot days where all great things feel possible. Balmy nights filled with music and laughter. And all summer long, solid gold ways to make memories across New South Wales. Thankfully, even as the season approaches its spectacular final month, the action is showing no sign of slowing down.

So, this week, we’re spotlighting a few feelgood experiences that’ll level up your February.

In the Harbour City, make the most of the sunshine with a hot of summer must-do’s, like staking your claim on secret beaches and islands; clinking glasses in hidden speakeasies; and soaring over the sparkling skyline on flightseeing adventures.

Then, take your place in the centre of the action with as mid-month brings a stellar hitlist of offerings, including adrenaline-charged sports like the  KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix Sydney, UFC 312 and Men’s FIH Pro League. Meanwhile, the Laneway Sydney festival and hit musical Hadestown will level up the tempo of your summer soundtrack.

Plus, as you’ll see in this week’s Event Spotlight, autumn’s calendar is equally jam-packed, with the 2025 Australian Women’s Classic teeing off in Coffs Harbour and the multi award-winning MJ The Musical moonwalking into the Sydney Lyric Theatre. Enjoy!

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