From the Cole Classic Ocean Swim to the Beachley Classic Surf Carnival there is a range of major sporting events that are a permanent fixture in Manly. In addition to these sporting endevours, Manly is fast becoming famous for its annual Food and Wine Festival (which usually takes place in June/July) and the Manly Jazz Festival (October).
There is nearly always something happening in Manly. If you are planning a trip here, be sure to visit Manly's community website before you get here so that you can be across all that is happening.