THINGS TO DO IN BYRON BAY
A local's guide from Waves Hotel, 35 Lawson Street
Festivals & Events
Bluesfest: every Easter long weekend.
Byron Writers Festival: every August.
Byron Bay Surf Festival: August. Art, surf, film & fun.
Sample Food Festival: September.
Byron Bay Film Festival: October.
New Year's Eve: free Soul Street celebrations in town.
Markets & Walks
Byron Farmers Market: Thurs AM @ Butler St
Community Market: 1st Sun @ Jonson St
Bangalow Market: Sat AM
Lighthouse Walk: 4km loop w/ epic ocean views
Unique Experiences
Sunrise Kayak: Paddle w/ dolphins
Distillery Tours: Cape Byron, Lord Byron & more
Piano Bar: Duelling pianos @ The Northern
Comma Bathouse & Spa, Industrial Estate
Eat & Move
Bar Heather: Natural wines & small plates @ Jonson Lane
Light Years: Lively Asian diner, bold flavours
Pixie: Italian coastal eats @ Jonson Lane
Raes @ Wategos: for schmanzy lunch or dinner dates
Trattoria Basillico: Cosy Italian with pizza & pasta
No Bones: Vegan eats + cocktails, live music wknds
Roca: Latin fusion + cocktails @ Aquarius
Wide Open Road: Cool café on Lawson St
The Farm: Farm-to-table dining + animals
Bende: Pilates, barre, yoga @ Porter St
Family Fun
Circus Arts: Flying trapeze & classes
Surf Lessons: Soul Surf School, all levels
Zephyr Pony Rides: Sat mornings @ North Byron Hotel