Published on: 11th August 2025
August is shaping up to be an exciting month for the Deaf community, with the biggest community event of the year coming up: Deaf Festival Sydney! But that’s not all. Read on for a quick rundown of what’s coming up for the rest of the month.
Open Deaf Community Event: New Pilot Deaf Space in Perth!
Sunday 24 August | 10:30am – 12:30pm
Deaf Connect Perth Office, 44A Kings Park Road, West Perth WA
We are starting a pilot Deaf Space project in Perth and we want to collaborate with you!
Come along to be part of the conversation and meet Richard Dougherty, a Deaf architect from Gallaudet University. It’s a great chance to learn more about DeafSpace and how we can create a Deaf Space in Perth!
Everyone is welcome! RSVP via Eventbrite: deafspaceperth.eventbrite.com.au
Deaf Ecosystem Summit 2025
Thursday 28 August – Friday 29 August
Pullman Hotel, Sydney Olympic Park
The Deaf Ecosystem Summit 2025 is bringing together Deaf professionals, businesses, and community leaders to connect, collaborate and grow. Held fully in Auslan, this two-day summit will spark ideas, forge partnerships and strengthen Deaf-led initiatives across Australia.
If you’re interested and haven’t registered yet, time is running out! Registrations for the event will close 13 August 2025. Register on their website: https://www.convo.io/au/summit
FlowTV: The Down Under Visit – Live in Sydney!
Get ready, Sydney! Florian Tirnovan, aka FlowTV, is making his Australian debut! This Deaf comedian and viral content creator is hitting the stage for a one-night-only event full of humour, storytelling and reflection on his journey as a performer and mental health advocate.
Tickets: $25 (Ages 13+) | Free (Under 13)
Get your ticket on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/flowtv-the-down-under-visit-live-in-sydney-tickets-1511499398389
Proudly supported by Deaf Connect, Convo Australia, and Deaf Festival Sydney.
Deaf Festival Sydney 2025
Saturday 30 August | All day
Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park
We’ve been banging on about Deaf Festival Sydney for a few weeks now, so hopefully it’s not the first time you’re hearing about it here. Get ready, because the biggest Deaf event in Australia is back on in just over two weeks! Expect live performances, food stalls, marketplaces, and an atmosphere buzzing with community pride. Everyone is welcome!
RSVP via Eventbrite for FREE: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/deaf-festival-sydney-2025-tickets-1375304927059
