Purple Flag
Parramatta has received a Purple Flag grant, supporting our city’s efforts to strengthen and expand our night-time economy. The program aims to foster safer, more vibrant, and well-managed night-time experiences across the CBD. Discover the energy, culture, and nightlife waiting for you in Parramatta.
Purple Flag is an internationally recognised accreditation that celebrates cities with safe, vibrant and well-managed night-time economies. The Purple Flag signals to visitors and locals alike that Parramatta’s CBD offers a high standard of excellence after dark.
To achieve Purple Flag status, cities are assessed against key criteria, including:
- Safety and wellbeing: ensuring people feel comfortable and secure at night.
- Diversity of offering: providing a range of food, culture, entertainment and activities for all ages.
- Vibrancy and appeal: creating lively, welcoming spaces that encourage people to explore and enjoy.
Parramatta is one of only a few cities in Australia to achieve Purple Flag accreditation. Our re-accreditation is a proud recognition of the work being done to make Parramatta a destination where people can dine, discover and connect well into the evening.
Lighting at St John’s Cathedral
As part of our Purple Flag celebration, new lighting has been installed in front of St John’s Cathedral in Parramatta Square. A stunning tree adorned with fairy lights now illuminates the space, creating a welcoming and safe atmosphere for visitors at night.
Next time you’re in Parramatta Square, take a look and enjoy how the precinct shines after dark.
Experience Parramatta CBD After Dark
Parramatta’s nightlife is as diverse as it is exciting. From alfresco dining to live entertainment, discover the places that make our city thrive after the sun goes down.
Live Music, Events & Festivals in Parramatta
Live Music, Events & Festivals in Parramatta
The City’s engaging calendar of events, festivals and activations means there are always new experiences to discover. Parramatta Lanes, the City of Parramatta Council’s award-winning annual eats, beats, and art festival, offers workers after-work adventures all around the city’s laneways, restaurants & bars, and public spaces.
Our event program reflects our multi-cultural community, from Warami, a festival celebrating First Nations people, to Diwali/Deepavali, the Festival of Light, as well as Lunar New Year, Pride, and so much more.
Nightlife in Parramatta
This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government through the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner.
