City of Parramatta Council has announced the Parramatta Nights event, originally scheduled for January, will be going ahead at the end of the month.
The event will see a number of spaces across the Parramatta CBD transformed, featuring live music, an open-air cinema, outdoor roller skating rink and carnival rides.
Residents were devastated when the event was cancelled early in the year due to the escalating COVID-19 situation at the time but City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Bob Dwyer said he is thrilled to announce it will still go ahead.
“It will be the largest in-person event we’ve held since the pandemic hit, so I am looking forward to presenting this much-anticipated, COVID-safe event to our community and visitors,” he said.
“Parramatta Nights has something for everyone, including plenty to entertain the kids while they’re on school holidays, so make sure to book your tickets now.”
The Parramatta Nights event series kicks off on Thursday, March 25 with a wide variety of performances and activities running until Sunday, April 18.
This will take place at three key locations including Prince Alfred Square, City Centre Car Park rooftop, and Parramatta Square.
All events will be COVID-safe and ticketed and range in price from free to $10.
“There’s always so much to see and do in Parramatta, but this autumn is set to be particularly busy with a wide range of shows, sports matches and events happening across the city; it’s the place to be,” Cr Dwyer said.
The Rooftop Hangout: City Centre Car Park Rooftop, Parramatta – March 25-28.
Featuring live music performances by Aussie artists including Briggs, The Chats, Ruby Fields, and more.
Attendees will be able to grab a bite to eat from local dining favourite ‘Butter’ and enjoy a selection of beverages from the rooftop bar.
Open Air Cinema: Prince Alfred Square, Thursday-Sunday – April 1-18.
The cinema will screen a variety of films from genres including anything from cult classics to family favourites and Bollywood.
Some feature films include The Greatest Showman, Bohemian Rhapsody, The Karate Kid and Street Dancer.
The movie line-up will conclude on Sunday, April 18 with a sing-along version of the 1978 musical smash, Grease.
Roller Rink and Rides: Prince Alfred Square, Parramatta – April 1-18.
Lace up your boots and go for a spin amongst the beautiful surrounds of Prince Alfred Square.
A variety of rides will also be present, if you dare!
Parramatta Square Jazz Nights: Parramatta Square – Thursday-Sunday, March 25-April 11.
Kick back and relax with smooth jazz sounds from some live music talent.
For more information and to book tickets, visit discoverparramatta.com/parramattanights.
Troy Dodds is Parra News' Managing Editor and Breaking News Reporter. He has more than 20 years experience as a journalist, working with some of Australia’s leading media organisations. In 2023, he was named Editor of the Year at the Mumbrella Publish Awards.