Red Cross pop-up shop
Discover an enormous treasure trove of pre-loved and new fashion finds at at Paddington Town Hall. Feel good knowing your purchase will go towards the everyday work of Australian Red Cross.
Saturday 1 June to Sunday 2 June
Strata Skills 101
Understanding how strata works is one of those #adulting things you should stop putting off. We run a series of free workshops every year to make it easy for you. Next up, find out how to keep pets in apartment buildings without upsetting your neighbours (or your pet).
Tuesday 4 June and Tuesday 18 June
Vivid Sydney
Sydney lights up with Vivid Sydney, the city’s cutting-edge festival of light, music and ideas. 2019 sees it celebrating 11 years. Don’t miss Vivid X|Celerate, an affordable program of live music.
Until Saturday 15 June
Sydney Film Festival
Celebrate the silver screen at Australia’s premier international film festival. Immerse yourself in 12 days and nights of the world’s best new films.
Wednesday 5 June to Saturday 15 June
Lawn Library at the Tramsheds
We’re bringing the best of our library programs to the Tramsheds in Harold Park. Over 10 days, enjoy a spectacular series of free talks, workshops and fun activities for the whole family.
Thursday 6 June to Saturday 15 June
Maker and creator workshops for adults
Why should kids have all the fun? Play and create with the all latest maker kits and electronic gadgets in these free sessions for anyone 18 years and over.
Wednesday 5 June and Wednesday 19 June
Cycling courses
Whether you ride a little, a lot or are looking to rediscover riding, there are a range of courses for all ages and abilities.
Various dates
Australian Improv Festival
Enjoy night-time performances of improvised fun or take part in a workshop at this inaugural event where every performance is never to be repeated. From improvised musicals and silly Shakespeare, to murder mysteries and even a show inspired by the long lost Harold Holt, there’ll be something for everyone.
Friday 7 June to Sunday 9 June
Table Read
See Hollywood’s greatest movies re-staged by a bunch of comedians (who happen to be cinephiles!).
Sunday 2 June and Sunday 16 June
E-waste drop-off day
Got some old electronics gathering dust? Don’t send them to landfill. Gather your busted or just wanted electronics and bring them to our free event at Alexandra Canal Depot. Saturday 8 June
Caught Stealing exhibition
Is stealing always bad? This exhibition at the National Art School features contemporary Australian artists whose work mobilises theft as an artistic strategy.
Friday 14 June to Saturday 10 August
The Makers’ Nest Design Market
Shop local and meet makers at winter edition of the bi-annual design market showcasing Australian design.
Sunday 16 June
Glebe Society Community Festival 2019
Engage with the vibrant community and history and heritage of Glebe at this week long festival. There are panel discussions, talks, walking tours, exhibitions and more.
Saturday 23 June to Saturday 30 June
National Indigenous Art Fair
Browse and buy artworks, textiles, sculpture and more from remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art centres at this 2-day event. There will also be a vibrant market featuring stallholders from around NSW and a program of live music, weaving circles and Aboriginal dance performances.
Saturday 29 June to Sunday 30 June
Want more?
- Attend an outdoor cinema, join a community lunch and more at the free Winter Warmer series at Green Square.
- Celebrate Sydney’s diversity at Refugee Week.