Events in Sydney Australia, April

This April 2011 selection of events in Sydney Australia include art, the Easter Show, the racing carnival, a visit to Royal Botanic Gardens and the Anzac Day.

The Archibald Prize

This is a yearly event in Sydney. In 2011, the Archibald Prize is celebrating its 90th anniversary. It is the most famous yearly prize awarded to portrait artists in Australia.

The first prize was awarded in 1921, by the NSW Art Gallery and was named after a J.F. Archibald, a popular journalist at the end of 19th century.

To enter the Archibald Prize, artists must submit portraits of personalities who have become known for their work in Art, Letters, Science or Politics. The value of the prize is $ 50,000.

It is an excellent way to reward painters for their craftsmanship and to promote famous Australians for their achievements.

The exhibition also features the Wynne Prize for the best Australian scenery painted in oil or watercolours or the best figure sculpture and the Sulman prize for the best subject painting or mural.

The exhibition is on between 16 April and 26 June 2011 and is open daily, except for Good Friday.

So there is a lot to see if you want to immerse in contemporary Australian culture and while you are there you will definitely find the NSW Art Gallery a treasure to visit.

If you are interested in Australian portraits, then a visit to the National Portrait Gallery in Canberra is a must.

April Events in Sydney Australia - The Royal Easter Show

This is a family event where children can get acquainted with various animals, watch rabbits, chooks or horses and learn about life on a farm. Australian wildlife is there too with reptiles, kangaroos and spiders. There are games, shows, entertainment, face painting and goodie bags.

But you don't have to be a kid to enjoy the show. As an adult, watch cooking demonstrations, sample some food, admire vintage cars, take thrilling rides, do some shopping and watch the fireworks.

Check http://www.eastershow.com.au for tickets, visiting hours and suggestions for your day out.

It happens at the Olympic Park. Use Sydney public transport. You can get there by train, by bus or by ferry.

April Events in Sydney Australia - Racing Carnival

Feel like dressing up in style, sipping champagne and rubbing shoulders with celebrities?

Head to the 2011 Sydney Carnival at Royal Randwick every Saturday during April 9 - 23. When you have had enough of the fashion, choose your winning horses, place your bets and then cheer on and keep your fingers crossed.

You can get there by bus, limousine or helicopter. If you go just for the race, the bus may be a good option but if you strut your heels and best dress, the limousine is more comfortable.

Find out what's on and buy tickets to the hottest events in Sydney!

April Events in Sydney Australia - The Autumn of the Arts

Visit the Royal Botanic Gardens for the Autumn of the Arts events which include music, food and wine fairs, art installations, floral arrangements, exhibitions and workshops with artists.

If you are just after a walk, do it on your own or book a free guided tour. There are various volunteers who will help you understand more about the botanic garden and its plants.

Anzac Day

On 25 April, Australians celebrate the bravery of all those who participated in wars. The ceremony starts with a Dawn service and is followed by a march of veterans, their families and friends.

Here is more about Anzac, its values and how people celebrate the day.

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