Everybody loves a fair, and Lane Cove residents love the Lane Cove Rotary Fair and Sustainability Lane.
This year, the Lane Cove Rotary Fair will be HUGE!! The Fair will take place in Lane Cove Plaza, The Canopy, Longueville Road and Burns Bay Road. The rides will be back on Burns Bay Road.
Thousands of people attend the event, and you will surely bump into many people you know. In fact, last year, over 17,000 people enjoyed the fair and sustainability lane.
What is at the Fair?
The Lane Cove Village Fair is organised by Lane Cove Rotary and is loved by both young and old. It features entertainment, live music, food, market stalls, and displays by community organisations, emergency services and an AFL Play zone. Find out more at the Lane Cove Fair website.
Lane Cove Rotary will have their BBQ fired up and ready to go, and let’s face it, who does not enjoy a snag at a fair (or any time really)! There will be egg and bacon rolls in the morning.
ITC will have a stall at the Fair, and we would love to meet you there. Please come along and say hi!! We will have giveaways, competitions, and some surprises, in addition to our world-famous Lane Cove Tea Towels.
Petting Zoo
A mobile petting zoo will be located at The Canopy, near the Live Music Zone, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Children can enjoy feeding and playing with popular farm animals inside a safe and secure enclosure, accompanied by friendly, trained staff.
Face Painting
There will be two face-painting stations: one in the Lane Cove Plaza and one near The Lane Cove Toy Library.
Rides
There will be five different rides from Planet Entertainment and, of course, Fairy Floss.
You can buy your tickets on that day.
Rides will be on Burns Bay Road (outside the Lane Cove Toy Library and Harris Farm Markets).
Market Stalls
There will be 135 stalls. The market stalls are on Longueville Road and throughout the Lane Cove Plaza and at the entrance to The Canopy.
Lane Cove Rotary Fair – Entertainment Schedule
Plaza Stage
| Time | Performance |
|---|---|
| 9:00 – 9:30 am | Go Seek – Children’s show |
| 9:30 – 10:00 am | Eddie Val |
| 10:00 – 11.00 am | Benjamin’s Big Band & the Jitterbug Club |
| 11.00 – 11.10 am | Mayor’s Welcome |
| 11.10 – 11.45 am | Go Seek – Children’s Show Part 2 |
| 11.55 – 12.55 pm | Burns Bay Big Band |
| 1.00 – 1.55 pm | Stringybark Jazz Band |
| 2.00 – 2.55 pm | Horns Plus Big Band |
| 3.00 – 3.30pm | Taikoz |
| 3.30 – 4.00 pm | Raffle Prize Draw |
Canopy Stage
| Time | Performance |
|---|---|
| 9:10 – 9:25am | Dancique |
| 9:30 – 10:00am | Imagination Dance School |
| 10:00 – 10:45am | Wildlife show (off stage – Sustainability Lane) |
| 10:45 – 11:15am | Eddie Val |
| 11:15am – 12:00pm | Wildlife show (off stage – Sustainability Lane) |
| 12:00 – 1:00pm | OzHarvest Cooking Demonstration |
| 1:00 – 1:45pm | Wildlife show (off stage – Sustainability Lane) |
| 1:45 – 2:30pm | Break |
| 2:30 – 3:00pm | Isingonthecake Choir |
Other Activities
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9.30 am to 12 .30 pm – near Sunset Diner | Petting Zoo |
| In the Plaza and near The Lane Cove Toy Library | Face Painting |
Lane Cove Shops
You can also take some time to shop in the Lane Cove Shops – many of them will be open.
Sustainability Lane
Sustainability Lane is a fun, family-friendly event that promotes sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle ideas for the whole community to enjoy.
Visit The Canopy to see the electric vehicles on display, join a sustainability-themed workshop, learn basic bike repairs, win prizes, hear from community organisations, take home a free native plant and more. The event is run in conjunction with the Lane Cove Rotary Fair.
Workshops will be running throughout the day. Pop by the ‘Talks Tent’ near the electric vehicle display at The Canopy to hear from the experts.
Road Closures and Bus Diversions
Road closures are proposed to take place from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm on the event day.
- Longueville Road between Birdwood Avenue and Central Avenue will be closed for vehicular traffic.
- Burns Bay Road between Tambourine Bay Road and Finlayson Street.
- The Birdwood/Rosenthal Lanes (known as Birdwood Lane) Shared Zone will be closed to vehicular traffic, but business owners and residents will be allowed in or out
- Birdwood Avenue/Longueville Road intersection will operate as flashing amber with No Right Turn to Longueville Road from Birdwood Avenue.
- Birdwood Lane – Traffic Controllers to walk private resident vehicles down Birdwood Lane whenever possible.
- Little Street/Longueville Road intersection will operate as normal
Changes to Bus Routes
Bus Route 254
- Outbound service will be diverted from Epping Road via Phoenix Street, Dorritt Street to Longueville Road.
- Inbound service will be diverted via Tambourine Bay Road, Coxs Lane, Birdwood Avenue and Longueville Road.
The Map
A Map will be updated in this article as soon as possible.
Emergency Services
Kids love the flashing lights and NSW Fire and Rescue and SES will be there.
Raffle
Make sure you look for the Lane Cove Rotary Tent and buy a raffle ticket – the prizes are amazing. More details here.
Food
Everyone loves a snag and Lane Cove Rotary will be selling snags up near the top of the Plaza. They will be cooking up a storm all day. There will also be bacon and egg rolls in the morning.
What happens if it rains?
Lane Cove Rotary Fair is an outdoor all weather event. Rather than bringing an umbrella with you, we suggest bringing a disposable poncho in your bag.
What do I do if I need any assistance on the day?
If you need medical or security assistance for any reason during the Lane Cove Rotary Fair, please approach the Lane Cove Rotary Fair Tent. The tent will be in the middle of the Lane Cove Plaza.
What do I do if I’ve lost something?
Lost (and found) property will be taken to the Lane Cove Rotary Fair Tent. Any uncollected items will be taken to the Lane Cove Council offices and will be available for collection up to four weeks after Lane Cove Rotary Fair, at which point it will be passed on to a charity.
Where Can I Park?
Parking is available at the Lane Cove Market Square Car Park, Harris Farm Car Park and the Canopy Car Park. Displayed parking rates apply. But it is best to walk!!
Is it suitable for a person with mobility issues or a parent?
Yes! The Lane Cove Rotary fair location is at street level and easily navigable with accessible toilet facilities and facilities at The Canopy.
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