[![Ngabu is a giant interactive installation mounted on top of the overhead bridge on Hickson Rd.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5C8QDTpe4KZk4Szqy3qz8G/34812c0bd03a621d353d9afdec268f4c/8ffac5c0-e522-11ef-a72e-5dbaa4200093--Ngabu-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/ngabu)

### Climb over a giant shell art bridge 

Marvel at the colourful shell patterns of [Ngabu](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/ngabu) while also taking in the view of Sydney Harbour Bridge. This interactive installation was designed by Aunty Lola Ryan who hails from a lineage of esteemed Dharawal shell artists who call La Perouse home.  

Throughout March, until Sunday 27 April 

[![The streets of Haymarket light up for Neon Playground.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/RNwsGStVw8D2JgCUdkRoG/2a7b9301ba2fac2c52483f15e8acc515/7e80c220-e349-11ef-be3c-4fe07ffb1569--Neon-Playground-2-0-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/neon-playground)

### Step into the neon world of Chinatown 

Captivating neon light installations take over Haymarket for 3 weeks during [Neon Playground](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/neon-playground). Explore neon lights, vibrant art installations, music, food and more.  

Saturday 15 March to Sunday 6 April 

[!['Penalty Shootout' by Henry Paul, winner of the 2024 Australian Life photography competition.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/7usfRuWbxVQIjXA4ruMRlx/7990a076cc4615786a8a5415f69d1a5a/Australian_Life_2560_x_960.jpg)](https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/opportunities/enter-australian-life-photography-competition)
### Show us your slice of Australian Life 

[Our national photography competition](https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/opportunities/enter-australian-life-photography-competition) is now open. Whether you’re a professional photographer or someone with a keen eye, everyone is welcome to take part. Young photographers aged 5 to 12 are invited to enter [Little Sydney Lives](https://www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/opportunities/enter-little-sydney-lives-photography-competition). 

Entries close 2 April 

[![Find an unforgettable gig this month with Great Southern Nights.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/8mlsHVxzgSDk0GAJTMnRk/2779c8826ee7d98d0a6a0b8a31578d76/3fc35770-ddcf-11ef-9c19-c513d19f5b62--Great-Southern-Nights-2025-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/great-southern-nights)
### Take your pick from a loaded line-up of live music 

[Great Southern Nights](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/great-southern-nights) brings some of the finest pop, indie and dance acts to Sydney’s favourite music venues this month. From SAFIA at City Recital Hall to Bootleg Rascal at the Landsdowne Hotel, there’s lots to explore in the full program of free and ticketed gigs.  

Friday 21 March to Sunday 6 April 

![Survey frog habitats and listen out for their calls.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6WBH0ig2coezdKzYkz2ECi/9e6512dd65b7dcc6cd0df0f7c3eee1a5/Frog_survey_1280x480.jpg)
### Hop to it: help us track local frogs 

Scientists locate and identify frogs by listening to their calls. Join frog expert Dr Arthur White to survey frog habitats in [Sydney Park](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/community-frog-surveys-sydney-park), [Kimberley Grove](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/community-frog-survey-kimberley-grove-reserve) and [Lewis Hoad](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/community-frog-survey-lewis-hoad-reserve) reserves at dusk. Your observations can contribute to important ecological research.  

3, 12 and 19 March 

![Find over 230 events across the city during Climate Action Week](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/4MQkNAHzc73Sfhhes8BAMm/a7cced93037e2a40c901f51f3569dc8a/8f9f4db0-eff6-11ef-aaa5-3f8c65f9c2ba--Climate-Action-Week-Sydney-2025-hero.webp)

### Get inspired during Climate Action Week

Hear from leaders and changemakers at more than 230 community-led events across the city during [Climate Action Week](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/climate-action-week-sydney-2025). You'll find events on all aspects of climate action, from building resilient cities to conserving biodiversity. 

Monday 10 to Sunday 16 March

![We're stopping traffic for a day to celebrate at Sydney Streets.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/2w8nuEj3PZjdlD0K9uyfse/a8fef37cca82bc5aee3626b9305d805f/6e4f1270-6b8d-11ed-b43f-e3f0180d9441--Sydney-Streets-on-Glebe-Point-Road-hero.webp)
### Eat, shop and play at Sydney Streets 

Celebrate the neighbourhoods of [Glebe](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sydney-streets-on-glebe-point-road), [Redfern](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sydney-streets-on-redfern-street) and [Pyrmont](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sydney-streets-on-harris-street) as we take over the streets with live music, roving performers, kids activities and alfresco dining.  

Saturday 8, 15 and 29 March  

![Join this free series of cultural talks at 180 George Street.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6r5xYDplZ52g2YnkiFDY8I/176342b7bdcb1d2a150856684d80689d/9c230a30-335a-11ef-be16-930a9e0fff5a--Aboriginal-cultural-talks--Sky--Country-and-Culture-hero.webp)
### Reconnect to nature through Aboriginal cultural knowledge

Join this [free series of talks](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/aboriginal-cultural-lectures-sky-country-and-culture) with Gadigal custodian, Elder and cultural educator Uncle Jimmy Smith as he share cultural knowledge about the sky, astronomy, the land and waters.

Wednesdays, 5 to 26 March

![See 'Derek Jarman: Delphinium Days' at UNSW Galleries.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/7l9HFyfvPRWafqmezHtYUQ/95662c3db78157145fe51553cd429a69/1c667350-de9e-11ef-ad23-f393980b4576--Derek-Jarman--Delphinium-Days-hero.webp)
### See the works of British artist and activist Derek Jarman 

He was one of the most influential figures in 20th century Britain and a pioneer in queer cinema. Now UNSW Galleries presents the [first exhibition of Derek Jarman’s work in Australia](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/derek-jarman-delphinium-days), with rarely seen paintings and films by the artist, alongside photography and archival materials. Meanwhile, [a retrospective of Jarman’s films](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/film-series-or-magic-mirror-a-derek-jarman-retrospective) are screening free at the Art Gallery of NSW cinema. 

Throughout March 

[![Find an event near you this Seniors Festival.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/35hnac5ECg9bCJy4wNqO2u/315edefebeac0655869e5284e130dfaf/Seniors_Festival_2560x960.jpg)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/programs/seniors-festival)
### Celebrate getting older during Seniors Festival 

Get active, meet new friends and try something new with [events and activities](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/programs/seniors-festival) at our community centres and facilities. City of Sydney residents aged 55 and over can enjoy free entry to our pools and fitness centres.  

Monday 3 to Sunday 16 March 

[![Learn compost and worm farm basics at Sydney City Farm.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/4Xdcsb4Le0X7XFvfnD3ytV/216eaa75ddc55be274034ce7b3cc5bc5/8f3da5c0-1e49-11eb-823b-6f6fc92e1b78--Compost-and-worm-farm-basics-talk-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/compost-and-worm-farm-workshop-with-compostable-kate)
### Grow your organic gardening skills 

Join composting coach Compostable Kate at Sydney City Farm for a [free composting and worm farming workshop](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/compost-and-worm-farm-workshop-with-compostable-kate). Reduce your food waste and make great soil conditioner for super healthy plants. 

Saturday 8 March 

[![Sing with Barayagal Choir](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/6WsmSTytEy6QmTOjeNyA3B/55ef952f87d65fd2c18155052db73065/7bcc1ff0-e4ea-11ef-a50d-375b0c3623a2--Sing-with-Barayagal-Choir-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sing-with-barayagal-choir)
### Sing with Barayagal choir 

[Join Barayagal choir for a special performance.](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/sing-with-barayagal-choir) and raise your voice in a 40-minute workshop where you’ll learn to sing a song together as a group. Barayagal is a community choir open to everyone to learn about First Nations cultures, stories and songs.  

Thursday 20 March 

[![Hear from a panel of transgender people sharing their stories at Inner City Legal Centre.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/xIiFCBciRoCxChXpE6pfA/ed772e48455c77e94d4da334973ed4ea/5863c5c0-e80c-11ef-9032-51f1949b8319--Trans-Day-of-Visibility-with-Inner-City-Legal-Centre-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/transgender-day-of-visibility-with-inner-city-legal-centre)
### Mark Transgender Day of Visibility 

[Hear personal stories](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/transgender-day-of-visibility-with-inner-city-legal-centre) of living, loving and working in the local community from proud transgender people at Inner City Legal Centre. [You can make a splash at Cook+Phillip Park Pool](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/trans-and-gender-diverse-communities-together-at-twilight) for an evening of relaxation, swimming, sport and fun for trans and gender diverse communities.  

Wednesday 26 March and Sunday 30 March 

[![Uncover the life of Lilian Fowler through photographs, newspaper clippings and artefacts.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5eHpcR9IrvugWhgo4smWAL/bf7fe99190268daeba476a82651c994b/e872b210-e777-11ef-bea4-4ba7bc5fb728--International-Women-s-Day-2025---Lilian-Fowler-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/international-womens-day-lilian-fowler)
### Hear about Australia’s first female mayor  

On International Women’s Day, City historian Laila Ellmoos uncovers [the life and work of Lilian Fowler](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/international-womens-day-lilian-fowler), who was elected NSW’s first female alderman for Newtown Council in 1928 before becoming Australia’s first female mayor 10 years later.  

Wednesday 5 March 

[![Oormila Prahlad shares her words on art and life at Glebe Library.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5TvO3u8kQfdyTwdl7MwViv/197367145455bf5f15b98880810d6b73/573f8600-e1f6-11ef-950a-235ec1ed662d--Words-on-Art-and-Life-with-Oormila-Prahlad-hero.webp)](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/words-on-art-and-life-with-oormila-prahlad)
### Share the pleasure of poetry with Oormila Prahlad 

Hear from acclaimed artist and Pushcart Prize-nominated poet [Oormila Prahlad](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/words-on-art-and-life-with-oormila-prahlad). She’ll read personal pieces and join fellow poet Danny Gardner in conversation as they delve into Oormila’s creative journey.   

Tuesday 11 March 

![Join Powerhouse volunteers at our Earth Hour talks.](//images.ctfassets.net/kcmyw5u53voi/5Mnw57BL3OwducXWjFNtKH/ccffd2e3dd53f8ab62d131cf3f54b2a3/eee82eb0-e748-11ef-b5bc-059930ef7362--The-Path-to-a-Greener-Future-with-Powerhouse-hero.webp)
### Reflect on Earth Hour with Powerhouse  

Hear from the museum’s knowledgeable volunteers as they trace the [impact of the industrial revolution](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/the-industrial-revolution-and-our-planet-with-powerhouse) and  [innovations leading us to a greener future](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/events/the-path-to-a-greener-future-with-powerhouse), while highlighting objects from the Powerhouse collection.  

Thursday 13 and 27 March 

### Want more? See [everything happening this month](https://whatson.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/?dates=2024-03-01,2024-03-31). 

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