Upcoming events
Our picks
Domestic and family violence prevention workshop for allies
Learn to play an active role in preventing and responding to domestic and family violence in this training
George Tjungurrayi: Pulse
A focused survey of master works by this leading Australian artist.
Green Square community barbeque
Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event.
The Makers and Shakers Market
A curated market of 130+ handmade stalls including homewares, sustainable fashion + tasty food and drinks
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
Power of AI to enhance productivity and profit [webinar]
Izzy Whitelock, CEO Ma'at Collective
The Rocks Walking Tours
Discover what makes The Rocks tick on a Sydney heritage walk
Sunday 12 May
Mother's Day
Barangaroo Artisan Markets
Join us Mother's Day weekend for a fun-filled day of shopping, live music, entertainment and gourmet treats.
Audra McDonald In Concert
Broadway superstar & star of The Good Fight at the Sydney Opera House
Get messy without the clean up this Mother's Day
Have some messy fun with the family
Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea at Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Prepare to be dazzled by a delightful surprise.
Mother's Day Ceramic Market
A local makers market of ceramics, baked goods and more!
Mother’s Day Dinner at Altitude
Spoil Mum to a sumptuous dining experience overlooking Sydney Harbour.
Mother's Day Gin High Tea at Lobby Lounge
Spoil mum with our range of indulgent offerings
20 - 26 May
Sydney Writers' Festival
Sydney Writers' Festival Secondary School Days
Learn from some of the world's most exciting literary talents with Sydney Writers' Festival
The untold Australian story of Maus
Join us as Holocaust survivor Mark Spigelman shares how a graphic novel helped him better understand his family history.
Winning Histories – Sydney Writers' Festival
Join HCNSW & a panel of historians who will discuss the art of crafting award-winning histories & captivating narratives
Best Friends
Examine the power, influence and complexity of friendship at Sydney Writers' Festival 2024.
Lauren Groff: The Vaster Wilds
Can we adapt to save ourselves? A Sydney Writers' Festival 2024 event.
Literary Legends
Unearthing the lives and writing of Clift, Hazzard and Harrower at Sydney Writers' Festival 2024.
Retro Sydney Slide Night
Snaps and stories capturing our city’s changing face. A Sydney Writers' Festival 2024 event.
24 May- 15 June
Vivid Sydney
The Vivid Sydney Climb
Climb during Vivid Sydney and see Sydney sparkle from the Summit!
Clearview Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises - Early Bird Prices
Book now and to avail the best rates on this premium glass boat to enjoy 360° views of Vivid Lights on Sydney Harbour.
Exclusive Vivid cruises
Enjoy the lights and installations from a prime vantage point while sipping on your drink
Magistic Vivid Lights Spectator Cruises
Sprinkle some magic on your winter nights with a Vivid Sydney cruise aboard a luxury catamaran.
Millers Point Song Book
History comes alive in Joanna Weinberg's Millers Point Song Book. Five performances at the splendid Garrison Church.
Popular Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises 2024
Enjoy the ultimate Vivid Sydney experience with an enchanting cruise and a delightful dinner.
Showboat Vivid Sydney Lights Cruise With Dinner & Show
Watch Vivid Sydney 2024 transform our harbour into a technicolour wonderland aboard the iconic Sydney Showboat.
Until 19 May
Sydney Comedy Festival
Cameron James – Sydney Comedy Festival
A carefully curated mixtape of hilariously true stories and ridiculous original songs
Wilegitimate
Wil Anderson returns to the festival circuit with his brand-new show WILEGITIMATE.
5 Mistakes That Changed History
We all make mistakes, but rarely do they change the course of history
Drier, Drier with Matt Stewart and Suren Jayemanne
Two of Australia's driest comedians join forces for Drier, Drier, a brand-new hour of stand-up.
Karate Man – A Live-Action Video Game
Earning accolades and nominations, this show is the world’s first playable video game comedy.
Kumar (SGP) - Beats, Rhymes & Punchlines
Singapore drag superstar comedian Kumar (Kumarsutra) comes to Sydney
The Saboteur: An Interactive Game of Trust
Can five comedians unmask a traitor in their midst?
Winni Wizard and Her Magical Smells
Winni's back 12% clumsier! Comedy for kids and families.
Free small business webinars | 30 April - 25 June
Reboot
Power of AI to enhance productivity and profit [webinar]
Izzy Whitelock, CEO Ma'at Collective
Retail in the age of the empowered customer [webinar]
Nancy Georges, Retail strategist
Diversity dream: creating inclusive workplaces [webinar]
Claudia Barriga-Larriviere, People & Culture Director
Customer connection: gain loyalty and drive growth [webinar]
Merlin Luck, Regional VP Salesforce
Cybersecurity serenity: calming online threats [webinar]
Cole Cornford, CEO Galah Cyber
Alternative models for business growth [webinar]
Tom Dawkins, CEO StartSomeGood
Unbreakable business: building resilience [webinar]
James MacDonald, MD Newy Tech People
Connecting the city with the country
Sydney City Farm
Sydney City Farm new volunteer induction session
To join our volunteer team you first need to attend an induction session
Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees
Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting
Bush food discovery tour
Sample bush foods and find out what you can grow in your backyard or balcony
Growing fruit in the city workshop
Practical guidance for growing fruit trees, vines and berries in small spaces
Events and activities for all ages
Community Centres
Yin yoga at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
A mind and body practice combining physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation
Community workspaces at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Join our vibrant community work spaces at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Casual basketball in Pyrmont
Looking for a casual shootaround or game? Maybanke Courts are where it's at
Mat pilates at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
A floor-based workout that focuses on correct body alignment, core strength and stability
Mixed Monday evening futsal competition at Ultimo
Get healthy, have fun, play futsal with friends and colleagues in social competitions
9 March - 24 June
Biennale of Sydney
24th Biennale of Sydney: Ten Thousand Suns at UNSW Galleries
The 24th Biennale of Sydney, ‘Ten Thousand Suns’, presents a major international contemporary art event.
Unpacking Murder: William Yang & Ellie Buttrose
William Yang in conversation with Ellie Buttrose for the 24th Biennale of Sydney.
Art After Dark: Music – Yamila
Yamila dances between electronic and analog music, tradition and experimentation.
Family Day: Thriving Environments
A disability-led Family Day with participatory artworks and performances.
In-Conversation: Leila el Rayes & Sebastian Henry-Jones
Hear from Leila el Rayes and Sebastian Henry-Jones, as they discuss artmaking as a catalyst for social change.
Art After Dark: Music – Waakya
bringing new life to manikay, the ancestral songs of Arnhem Land, Waakya is a bold cross-cultural music collaboration
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