When the dark and cold of winter is at its deepest, there are traditions across the world to challenge the seasonal chill and bite with fire and light; a reminder that summer will soon come again.

Following on the success of 2009, Campbells Cove was again the location for a dramatic spectacle of illumination.

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For over a hundred years, The Rocks was the hub of Sydney's international trade, where produce such as coffee, tea, and spice was off-loaded to warehouses lining Campbells Cove.

The Aroma Festival is a sensory overload and indulgence with the pungency of brewing coffee, the heady explosion of spice as it hits the nose, the satin quality of chocolate as it melts on the tongue and the clean refreshing flavour of the first sip of tea.

View the making of The Rocks Aroma Festival 2010 Marilyn Monroe Coffee Cup Sculpture

View the Sydney Weekender episode of The Rocks Aroma Festival 2010

Sydney Weekender - 5.30pm Saturdays on Seven

Australia Day in The Rocks is a proud celebration of the Australian voice. This free live music festival demonstrates the depth of the Australian music scene, bringing together singers and songwriters from all corners of the country and all musical genres.

With a number of stages across The Rocks there is music to suit everyone's tastes - lounge back and chill to jazz, soul and blues, bob to your favourite funk and rocks sounds,  be transported by spine-tingling opera and inspired by haunting and sublime acapella harmonies.

Check back soon for more information on The Rocks Australia Day.

The Rocks Markets by Moonlight
Each Friday evening in summer from 5 November 2010

Chill out and relax on a Friday summer evening down at The Rocks.

Meander through the night markets, enjoy a meal at one of the many food stalls and sit back and enjoy the music, soaking in the ambiance as the sun sets over the harbour.

Pick up a new addition to your wardrobe; indulge in a special treat from one of your favourite Rocks restaurants as they join in the market atmosphere; and stay ahead of new musical trends and discover the best of Sydney's up and coming music scene.

Check back soon for more information on The Rocks Markets by Moonlight.