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Emerge is here

Step into Sydney's North Shore's largest cultural and entertainment celebration as Chatswood transforms into a vibrant hub of creativity and connection.

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Chatswood StreetFair 2026

StreetFair 2026 program

Sponsor Emerge 2026

Events

27 Sep 2026

Grazing on the Green

27 September 2026

Northbridge Golf Club will host an afternoon of food, drinks and music along with a driving net and putting competition for all.
27 Sep 2026

Willoughby Symphony Orchestra – Hymn of Praise

27 September 2026

Celebrate the boldness and energy of youth with Associate Conductor Dr Sarah Penicka-Smith, who will lead the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra in Mendelssohn’s 'Lobgesang (Hymn of Praise)', alongside a trio of exuberant Australian works.
27 Sep 2026

The Monkey King Chinese Opera

27 September 2026

Ancient legend. Modern spectacle. One unforgettable hero.
27 Sep 2026

Especially On Birthdays

27 September 2026

Especially on Birthdays is a joyful, interactive visual theatre show for children and families that explores sibling relationships, change and the courage it takes to grow.
Designed to be inclusive and accessible, Especially on Birthdays invites children to participate, interpret and imagine, making each performance a shared celebration.
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Emerge is proudly funded by

  • Multicultural NSW

Special thanks to our sponsors

  • Chatswood Interchange
  • AC878
  • TVBAnywhere
  • Australia Chinese Entertainment

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Contact us

The Emerge Festival is coordinated by the Arts and Culture Unit of Willoughby City Council. 

Please email events@willoughby.nsw.gov.au for enquiries or call 9777 1000. 

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  • Zenith Theatre and Convention Centre
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  • Willoughby Leisure Centre
  • Willoughby Symphony Orchestra

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Acknowledgement of Country

Willoughby City Council acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we stand, the Gamaragal people. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present.

Willoughby City Councillors voted to endorse the Uluru Statement from the Heart in July 2018.

   

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