Spectacular shows

The Australian Ballet: Copland Dance Episodes

Today 7:30am to 9:10pm
Sydney Opera House

Experience a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, in Justin Peck’s Copland dance episodes.

Theatre, performances & musicals

Spectacular shows

Culture fix

David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

Today 9am to 7:30pm
Carriageworks

Step into the vibrant world of David Hockney, one of the most celebrated artists of our time.

Art & exhibitions

Immersive experiences

Spectacular shows

F3 Polo Sydney

Today 12pm to 7pm
Centennial Park

F3 Polo® makes its electrifying return to Sydney for another day of sport and entertainment.

Sports & fitness

Feeling fancy

Spectacular shows

UPROCK Block Party

Today 12pm to 5pm
Woolloomooloo

Urban arts festival

Free

Festivals & parties

Spectacular shows

Cirque du Soleil – Kooza

Today 12pm to 11pm
The Entertainment Quarter

The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production ‘Kooza’ is coming to Sydney in 2026 with tickets on sale now.

Theatre, performances & musicals

Spectacular shows

Immersive experiences

Orbit

Today 2pm to 3pm
Dawes Point

Four independent choreographers across two weeks of contemporary dance

Theatre, performances & musicals

Culture fix

Spectacular shows

Fuccbois: Live In Concert

Today 2pm to 3:05pm
Darling Quarter Theatre

A hilarious comedy-pop extravaganza packed with boyband nostalgia, original bangers and red flags.

Comedy

Have a laugh

Spectacular shows

Heaps Gay Offensive Trade 13th Birthday!

Today 3pm to 11pm
White Bay Power Station

Whitebay Powerstation. Nov 13.

Festivals & parties

Music & concerts

LGBTIQA+

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Good Food & Wine Show

Good Food & Wine Show

ICC Sydney

Free events this weekend

2 girls playing with hula hoop

Markets and shopping

The Entertainment Quarter Markets (EQ Markets)

Today 8am to 2pm
The Entertainment Quarter

Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats.

Free

Markets & shopping

Fresh air fix

Barangaroo Markets

Fri 20 Nov 10am to 4pm
Barangaroo

Wrap up your work week the right way at Barangaroo Markets. Shop artisan gifts and soak up the good vibes.

Free

Markets & shopping

For foodies

Martin Place Christmas Markets

Sat 28 Nov 11am to 9:15pm
Martin Place

Sydney's most enchanting Christmas market experience, in the heart of the city and open late until Christmas Eve.

Free

Markets & shopping

Wholesome fun

Le Marché-French market

Sun 6 Dec 9:30am to 2pm
The Entertainment Quarter

An authentic monthly French market in the heart of Sydney...without the jet lag

Free

Markets & shopping

For foodies

French Christmas Market 2026 by LCS

Sat 12 Dec 10am to 3pm
Maroubra

Come discover Sydney’s most French Christmas Market - a community celebration with a local soul

Free

Markets & shopping

For foodies

Surry Hills Christmas Fair: Santa Paws Dog Parade

Sat 12 Dec 12pm to 1pm
Surry Hills

A paw-some contest for top dogs

Free

Markets & shopping

Wholesome fun

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Explore Sydney

Beyond the icons, into the neighbourhood

Camperdown
Chippendale
Darlinghurst
Glebe
Marrickville
Millers Point
Redfern
Surry Hills
Sydney CBD
The Rocks
Ultimo
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Hands on creative

Poppet Centre craft circle

Fri 13 Nov 10am to 7am
Darlinghurst

Being a parent is a full-time gig - and sometimes you just need a moment to breathe, to connect, and to create.

Courses & workshops

Hands on creative

Chill vibes

Intro to rug weaving on a floor loom

Today 9am to 5pm
Ultimo

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

Courses & workshops

Hands on creative

Chill vibes

Haven Sydney: Free Coding Hackathon (Ages 13-18)

Today 9am to 6pm
Sydney

Free two-day game dev hackathon for high schoolers aged 13–18. No experience needed, free food and prizes for everyone!

Free

Courses & workshops

Try something new

Recycling and lids sorting volunteer session

Today 9am to 12pm
Haymarket

Let’s turn small actions into big impact — one lid at a time

Free

Community & causes

For a good cause

En Plein air

Today 9:30am to 12pm
Bondi

Learn to paint outdoors with artist Kevin McKay in Bondi Road's community garden.

Courses & workshops

Hands on creative

Fresh air fix

En plein air with Kevin McKay - School of the Arts

Today 9:30am to 12pm
Bondi

Take your painting outdoors and explore the unique experience of working en plein air with artist Kevin McKay.

Courses & workshops

Hands on creative

Fresh air fix

Bush food discovery tour

Today 9:30am to 11am
Sydney City Farm

Sample bush foods and find out what you can grow in your backyard or balcony

Tours & experiences

For foodies

Fresh air fix

Haus of Marigold: Spring Emergence

Today 10am to 5pm
haymarket-2000

Celebrate Asian culture with food, drinks, live music and workshops at this community pop-up.

Free

Markets & shopping

Courses & workshops

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Discover events

Explore Sydney like a local

Free events
Arts & exhibitions
Children & family
Comedy
Food & drink
Markets & shopping
Music & concerts
Theatre, performances & musicals

Fresh air fix

Camping 101

Fri 13 Nov 3pm to 10am
Centennial Park

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities

Children & family

Wholesome fun

Fresh air fix

The Entertainment Quarter Markets (EQ Markets)

Today 8am to 2pm
The Entertainment Quarter

Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats.

Free

Markets & shopping

Fresh air fix

Lights, Camera, Sydney — self guided movie walking tour

Today 8am to 6pm
Central Station

Explore Sydney’s movie locations at your own pace with audio stories, film scenes, photos and an interactive map

Tours & experiences

Fresh air fix

Urban explorer

The Vintage Edit pre-loved pop up at Oxford St market

Today 8am to 2pm
Darlinghurst

Pop-up Vintage & Pre-loved Clothes & Accessories

Free

Markets & shopping

Urban explorer

Oxford Street farmers market

Today 8am to 2pm
Taylor Square north

A weekly Saturday farmers market in the heart of the Rainbow Precinct

Free

Markets & shopping

Fresh air fix

Sydney Harbour Yoga Club. Waterfront Yoga at Vaucluse

Today 8:30am to 9:30pm
Watsons Bay Library

Enjoy waterfront yoga, stunning harbour views & a relaxing sound bath with Sydney Harbour Yoga Club. All levels welcome

Health & wellness

Get active

Chill vibes

Sydney City Farm new volunteer induction session

Today 9am to 10am
Sydney City Farm

To join our volunteer team you first need to attend an induction session

Free

Community & causes

For a good cause

Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees

Today 9am to 11am
Sydney City Farm

Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting

Free

Community & causes

Fresh air fix

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Culture fix

First Nations Fine Art Auction

Thu 12 Nov 6pm to 9pm
Woolloomooloo

First Nations artworks will be auctioned, showcasing diverse Australian Indigenous art

Free

Art & exhibitions

Culture fix

AUSSIES Peter Drew

Today, all day
Australian National Maritime Museum

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

Free

Art & exhibitions

Brain food

Common Ground - Suzy Evans & Pleasance Ingle

Today 12am to 11:59pm
Redfern

Two artists explore the landscape through individual perspectives, discovering common ground where visions intersect

Free

Art & exhibitions

Culture fix

Ai Weiwei, Mushrooms, 2026

Today, all day
Museum of Contemporary Art

One of the world’s most influential contemporary artists calls for peace with a monumental new installation.

Free

Art & exhibitions

Brain food

Dream Horse

Today, all day
City of Sydney Creative Studios

A site-specific exhibition that transforms the street-facing vitrine into an oversized toy box for everyone.

Free

Art & exhibitions

Culture fix

The Australian Ballet: Copland Dance Episodes

Today 7:30am to 9:10pm
Sydney Opera House

Experience a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, in Justin Peck’s Copland dance episodes.

Theatre, performances & musicals

Spectacular shows

Culture fix

Point & Shoot Australian Veteran Photography Exhibition

Today 9am to 4pm
Anzac Memorial

A powerful collection of career imagery and accompanying stories from Australian veterans.

Free

Art & exhibitions

Brain food

David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (not smaller & further away)

Today 9am to 7:30pm
Carriageworks

Step into the vibrant world of David Hockney, one of the most celebrated artists of our time.

Art & exhibitions

Immersive experiences

Spectacular shows

The City of Sydney acknowledges the Gadigal of the Eora nation as the Traditional Custodians of our local area

See how we’re taking action to support and recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Sydney.