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UPCOMING EVENTS IN DOWNTOWN SYDNEY

Thu, Sep 24
Lumiere Art at Night Festival
Sydney Downtown Development Assoc
Details
Sep 24, 2026, 6:59 p.m. – 11:58 p.m.
Lumière Art-at-Night is a free, accessible contemporary arts festival taking place in Unama’ki–Cape Breton on September 26, 2026. Experience public art installations, film, video and more in a unique celebration of art, culture and community.
Wed, Oct 14
Business Watch - Basic Self Defense
Sydney Downtown Development Assoc
Event Details
Oct 14, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Sat, Oct 24
Halloween in Downtown Sydney
Downtown Sydney
Event Details
Oct 24, 2026, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Halloween in Downtown Sydney is back! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Halloween activities, treats and family-friendly fun throughout downtown Sydney. 👻🕷️ A spooktacular celebration for the whole family!
Wed, Nov 18
Business Watch - Theft Prevention
Sydney Downtown Development Assoc
Event Details
Nov 18, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Wed, Dec 09
Business Watch - Winter Safety
Sydney Downtown Development Assoc
Event Details
Dec 09, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

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DOWNTOWN DOLLARS

Downtown Dollars are similar to gift certificates and are valid at many of the business throughout Downtown Sydney.

The following business Do Not accept Downtown Dollars:

Banks
Hotels and Accommodations
Legal Services
Professional Offices
Health Care and Doctor Offices

*Downtown Dollars, to the best of our knowledge, are accepted at most businesses in Downtown Sydney, especially in the retail sector. We apologize for any oversight on this list. The Sydney Downtown Development Association has made every effort possible to inform our membership of this on-going program.*

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