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Discover Sydney’s stories with free exhibitions
Exhibitions

Discover Sydney’s stories with free exhibitions

Step into the past, present and future of our city

Free gig at Sydney Town Hall for NAIDOC Week
Music

Free gig at Sydney Town Hall for NAIDOC Week

The next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander hip hop, R&B and indie pop artists will play an all-ages live show on Thursday 10 July.

A new era for Haymarket unfolds with urban renewal
Food & drink

A new era for Haymarket unfolds with urban renewal

Discover the changes shaping the heart of Chinatown's future: heritage upgrades, street improvements and cultural events.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week in Sydney
Music

Celebrate NAIDOC Week in Sydney

Here are our picks of the program, which runs from 6 to 13 July.

What to do in Sydney these school holidays
Children & family

What to do in Sydney these school holidays

There's plenty to keep the kids entertained in winter.

What to do in Sydney this July
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this July

Live music, bustling markets and school holiday fun. Here are 10 events to warm up your winter.

Master the art of pottery and join the best ceramics courses in Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops

Master the art of pottery and join the best ceramics courses in Sydney

Learn, create, and connect at Pine Street Creative Arts Centre—your top destination for ceramics classes in Sydney.

Visitor's guide to Sydney: 13 things you should know
Tours & experiences

Visitor's guide to Sydney: 13 things you should know

Your on-the-ground guide while you’re in town

7 ways to have a fun day out in Pyrmont
Tours & experiences

7 ways to have a fun day out in Pyrmont

Ideas for an interesting visit to one of Sydney’s most unique suburbs.

20 unique tours for a day out in Sydney
Tours & experiences

20 unique tours for a day out in Sydney

Savour delicious food, absorb fascinating info, meet new friends and make the most of the city.

Best vantage points for Sydney New Year’s Eve
Tours & experiences

Best vantage points for Sydney New Year’s Eve

Your guide to the top viewing spots for the fireworks

What to do in Sydney this June
Theatre, dance & film

What to do in Sydney this June

The lights are on and the red carpet is out. The best art, music, performances and parties come to town this month.

8 ways to connect with First Nations cultures and communities
Community & causes

8 ways to connect with First Nations cultures and communities

Discover ways to engage with First Nations cultures this Reconciliation Week.

Hidden in plain sight: revealing the overlooked stories of Sydney’s inner suburbs
Tours & experiences

Hidden in plain sight: revealing the overlooked stories of Sydney’s inner suburbs

Shining a light on the untold stories of our local area.

What to do in Sydney this April
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this April

Fall into a month of new ideas, fresh comedy and creativity. Here are 10 events to add to your calendar.

What to do in Sydney this March
Children & family

What to do in Sydney this March

Count frog calls, climb a shell bridge and amp up your nights with live music. Try something new this month with these 15 events.

What to do in Sydney this February
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this February

The streets light up to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and more. Here are 10 events to set your sights on.

What to do in Sydney this January
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this January

Take a dip in the city centre, catch short films under the stars and experience an exhibition that’s out of this world. Here are 9 events to savour.

What to do in Sydney this December
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this December

See major art exhibitions, browse seasonal markets and celebrate at our free Christmas concerts. Here are 9 events to add to your hit list this month.

What to do in Sydney this November
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this November

Soak up spring at markets, festivals and gardens. Here are 9 events to add to your calendar this month.

What to do in Sydney this October
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this October

From neighbourhood street festivals to the international stage of SXSW Sydney, here are 11 events to celebrate this month.

What to do in Sydney this September
Theatre, dance & film

What to do in Sydney this September

Spring forward with these must-see events to ring in the new season.

What to do in Sydney this August
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney this August

Challenge yourself with dangerous ideas, boundary-pushing music and the world’s biggest fun run. Here are 10 events happening across the city this month.

What to do in Sydney this May
Shopping, markets & fairs

What to do in Sydney this May

From literary festivals and bustling markets to island adventures and meals that bring cultures together, uncover new passions and make meaningful connections.

From surviving to thriving: the business fundamentals small business owners need to know
Talks, courses & workshops

From surviving to thriving: the business fundamentals small business owners need to know

Our Reboot series returns with more invaluable advice to help you drive growth

On the road to justice: remembering the Freedom Ride
Exhibitions

On the road to justice: remembering the Freedom Ride

Four photographs from the exhibition at 119 Redfern Street.

What to do and where to eat during Sydney Lunar Festival
Community & causes

What to do and where to eat during Sydney Lunar Festival

Fabulous feasts, spectacular shows and magnificent artworks – it’s time to celebrate the Year of the Snake.

The best picnic spots in our area
Food & drink

The best picnic spots in our area

14 parks, gardens and reserves to explore during the school holidays

5 things you should know about Yabun Festival
Community & causes

5 things you should know about Yabun Festival

A look back on the evolution of Yabun Festival.

What to do in Sydney during a heatwave
Community & causes

What to do in Sydney during a heatwave

Here’s how to stay cool when temperatures get hot.

Our Sydney Festival highlights
Theatre, dance & film

Our Sydney Festival highlights

Music, dance, performance art and kid-friendly events to help you plan your festival from 4 to 26 January

Local schools open gates to the community these school holidays
Children & family

Local schools open gates to the community these school holidays

The Share Our Space program opens some school facilities to the public during the school holidays.

Rare photos shine a light on pride
Community & causes

Rare photos shine a light on pride

The people, parties and parades that made LGBTIQA+ Sydney from the disco era to the fight for marriage equality in the 21st century.

Disability-inclusive things to do in Sydney
Community & causes

Disability-inclusive things to do in Sydney

Art, museums, parks and more. See plenty of accessible activities in our city.

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the city
Children & family

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the city

Here are some of the highlights of Sydney’s festivities, from Christmas markets to light displays and concerts

The past comes alive at History Week
Talks, courses & workshops

The past comes alive at History Week

Learn about life as a prisoner of war, explore the civic collection of memorabilia and make your own laser-cut design inspired by our archives.

Your guide to Sydney’s markets
Shopping, markets & fairs

Your guide to Sydney’s markets

Take home fresh produce, vintage treasures or a one-off piece from an up-and-coming designer. There’s so much on offer at Sydney’s markets.

Things to do in Sydney with kids
Children & family

Things to do in Sydney with kids

After school, during the weekend and indoor, Sydney has plenty of fun for all ages.

7 things you’ve probably never done before in Sydney
Community & causes

7 things you’ve probably never done before in Sydney

From underwater parties to drag queen bingo and dumpling masterclasses, expect the unexpected this autumn.

Biennale stories: hear from Sydney artist Kirtika Kain
Exhibitions

Biennale stories: hear from Sydney artist Kirtika Kain

Delhi-born Australian artist, Kirtika Kain shares the inspiration and process behind her latest work.

Sydney sparkles for Pride
Community & causes

Sydney sparkles for Pride

Join the celebrations with events, nights out and performances from LGBTIQA+ communities 

9 reasons to love Customs House
Tours & experiences

9 reasons to love Customs House

The perfect place to relax, write, reflect or mingle.

Support available for Sydney’s after dark businesses
Nightlife

Support available for Sydney’s after dark businesses

A grant could help your business offer new night-time activities, put on gigs, or collaborate with artists.

Multi-million dollar investment for a 24-hour city
Food & drink

Multi-million dollar investment for a 24-hour city

The plan will see extended hours for cultural institutions and a festival of live music, outdoor dining and theatre performances over a 6 month period.

Riding from Green Square to the city
Sport & fitness

Riding from Green Square to the city

With excellent riding connections, it’s no wonder local residents ride more than anywhere else in Sydney.

Some ways to spend this Valentine's Day in Sydney
Nightlife

Some ways to spend this Valentine's Day in Sydney

A run-down of romantic things to do on February 14

Things to do on a rainy day in Sydney
Community & causes

Things to do on a rainy day in Sydney

Have buckets of fun even when it’s bucketing down in Sydney.

We asked 5 people with disability some difficult questions in the lead up to International Day of People with Disability
Community & causes

We asked 5 people with disability some difficult questions in the lead up to International Day of People with Disability

Hear their answers about what it’s like to live with disability and what the day means to them.

Sydney’s best Christmas lights and decorations
Tours & experiences

Sydney’s best Christmas lights and decorations

Get into the spirit of the season with a tour of your sparkling city

Sneak peek: Get ready to make a splash at our new aquatic centre
Sport & fitness

Sneak peek: Get ready to make a splash at our new aquatic centre

Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre opens soon.

What to do in Sydney this summer
Tours & experiences

What to do in Sydney this summer

Warm nights and fun events call for celebration - see our picks for summer in Sydney.

Access our libraries anywhere on our new app
Talks, courses & workshops

Access our libraries anywhere on our new app

Enjoy contactless checkout and never lose your card again.

Ways to support Indigenous Business Month
Shopping, markets & fairs

Ways to support Indigenous Business Month

A round up of brands and small businesses you can get behind.

It’s spring! Enjoy the sunshine and dive into one of our city pools
Sport & fitness

It’s spring! Enjoy the sunshine and dive into one of our city pools

Sydneysiders and visitors who love the water can visit any of our 6 outstanding aquatics centres.

Voices from the past come to life during History Week
Talks, courses & workshops

Voices from the past come to life during History Week

Explore the fascinating interviews from the City of Sydney’s oral histories collection

5 fun-filled activities to shake up your night out
Nightlife

5 fun-filled activities to shake up your night out

Switch up your routine with something other than your same old Saturday night.

The best places for after-work drinks in Sydney
Food & drink

The best places for after-work drinks in Sydney

We asked about your favourite city haunts for cocktails and catch-ups.

8 reasons to love Darling Square Library
Community & causes

8 reasons to love Darling Square Library

An exciting hub for learning, innovation and creativity in a beautifully designed building.

7 Vivid Music events under $50
Music

7 Vivid Music events under $50

From electronic to hip hop, reggaeton to rap – find music to suit your taste at some of Sydney’s coolest venues.

Fitness in the city: Sydney’s best workout spots
Sport & fitness

Fitness in the city: Sydney’s best workout spots

You've got a park? You've got a gym.

9 ways to make the most of Mardi Gras
Community & causes

9 ways to make the most of Mardi Gras

Sydney’s biggest LGBTIQ celebration comes to an all-singing, all-dancing crescendo when the Mardi Gras Parade takes over our city on 29 February.

9 Instagram-worthy places in Sydney
Tours & experiences

9 Instagram-worthy places in Sydney

Choose your own adventure with our pick of spots that will look great on social media.

What to do on your lunch break in Sydney
Tours & experiences

What to do on your lunch break in Sydney

Return to the office refreshed and refocused with these activities that will make you feel like you’ve had a proper break.

10 things you can do free with a library card
Community & causes

10 things you can do free with a library card

Membership is great value

Let’s dance: Sydney locals share top places to boogie
Nightlife

Let’s dance: Sydney locals share top places to boogie

With Covid restrictions easing, we asked you to name the nightclubs, bars and pubs perfect to bust a move.

Sydney on foot: best ways to walk our city
Sport & fitness

Sydney on foot: best ways to walk our city

From the harbourside to hidden laneway gems, Sydney is a city for walking.