Sydney Festival returns to Parramatta with a program of events to get your pulse racing and your feet moving.
Circolombia's URBAN arrives at Riverside Theatre for two adrenalin-fuelled weeks of mind-blowing acro-batics following seasons in London, Paris and New York, while the boys from Briefs are back with beards, burlesque and belly laughs at the Salon Perdu Spiegeltent, also home to a feast of musical talent.
Don't miss our Opening Party on January 19 as we take over the streets with free events galore, then wind up the evening with a huge free concert featuring the fabulously funky Kashmere Stage Band and Malian singing superstar Rokia Traoré.
We finish our Festival in Parramatta with a family-friendly concert on January 26 featuring Lah-Lah's Big Live Band then the remarkable Archie Roach.
Events at Parramatta CBD
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VENUE ACCESS
Parramatta Opening Party Access to the City and Prince Alfred Park
All areas of the Parra Opening Party are accessible. From Parramatta train station, we recommend travelling along Church Street to arrive at the managed access point at the corner of Church and Phillip Street. There will be marshals along the route directing you towards the Parramatta River foreshore and to Prince Alfred Park.
FAQs
TRANSPORT AND ROAD CLOSURES FOR PARRA OPENING PARTY
Can I ride my bicycle to the event?
Yes. Please do! Check out www.bicycleinfo.nsw.gov.au for great cycling maps to get to, and around, Parramatta. Remember - please obey the road rules, wear a helmet and don't drink and ride.
Can I drive to the event?
We recommend you leave the car at home as there will also be extensive road closures and parking restrictions in the CBD in Parramatta. There will be additional public transport options available on the night. For detailed public transport information visit www.131500.com.au or call 131500 closer to the event. For information on road closures, alternate traffic routes and parking restrictions visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701 closer to the event.
When do roads close for the event?
For information on road closures, alternate traffic routes and parking restrictions visit www.livetraffic.com or call 132 701 closer to the event date.
For detailed public transport information visit www.131500.com.au or call 131 500 closer to the event
Is there disabled access at train stations?
Yes. Parramatta Train Station is wheelchair accessible.
Public Transport
Train: Parramatta is linked in all directions by train. Catch the Western line direct from Wynyard, Town Hall or Central, or if travelling on Northern or Southern lines, change at Strathfield.
Ferry: it is a 50 minute ride by Rivercat Ferry from Circular Quay.
Bus: all major bus services are available in Parramatta. Take routes L20 or 520 from Circular Quay.
For quick and convenient access to timetables, trip planning and other public transport service information call the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit www.131500.com.au.
