Go treasure hunting on the Garage Sale Trail
Find something special at a garage sale in your local neighbourhood. Have some things that are ready to go to a new home? Host your own garage sale or join a group sale near you. Over 2 big weekends, more than 400,000 Australians will host a garage sale or shop the trail.
Saturday 9 to Sunday 10 November and Saturday 16 to Sunday 17 November
Celebrate the recipients of this year’s Sydney Peace Prize
Looking for something soul nourishing to do? Hear from Kate Forbes, president of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, and a panel of experts. Hear them discuss their work to save lives and address global humanitarian crises.
Monday 18 November
Enter the enchanting world of May Gibbs
Have a delightful day at Gumnut Fair in the former home-turned-museum of the beloved children’s author and illustrator. Relax in the beautiful gardens while you enjoy a sausage sizzle and homemade treats. The kids will love the dress-ups and face painting.
Sunday 17 November
Eat, shop and play at Sydney Streets
Sydney Streets comes to Surry Hills, Pyrmont and Redfern with live music, entertainers, kids’ activities and outdoor dining. Soak up the festival vibes and enjoy a day of fun for the whole family.
Surry Hills: Saturday 2 November
Pyrmont: Saturday 9 November
Redfern: Saturday 16 November
Green thumbs get together
Swap locally grown seeds, share growing tips and check out the fresh seasonal produce during a community gardeners afternoon at Sydney City Farm.
Saturday 2 November
Check out the cultural festivals at Darling Harbour
Celebrate your love of Korean pop culture and food at the Sydney Korean Festival in Tumbalong Park. The fun continues the following weekend with a celebration of Philippine Christmas (Pasko) with plenty of food, entertainment and cultural performances. And finally, the Nepal Festival celebrates the country's rich heritage with a spectacular cultural parade, live music and delicious Nepalese cuisine. If you’re going on a Saturday, stay after dark to for a dazzling fireworks display over Darling Harbour.
Korean Festival: 9 and 10 November
Philippines Christmas Festival: 16 and 17 November
Nepal Festival: Saturday 23 November
Get fit free at the KGV Recreation Centre open day
Explore our sports and recreation centre in The Rocks on its open day. Try the gym and fitness classes free, sign up for a sports challenge, and enjoy live DJs and food trucks. Kids and teens can try out a soccer clinic or skate workshop.
Friday 22 November
Meet the makers at the market
Shop direct from more than 75 local artists, designers and makers at the Sydney Made art and design market in Sydney Town Hall. Browse unique homewares, art, jewellery, fashion and lifestyle products and connect face-to-face with the people who made them.
Saturday 23 November
Sing with Barayagal choir
People of all backgrounds are invited to learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, stories and songs with Barayagal. Join the community choir for a special performance and a 40-minute workshop at Green Square library, where you'll learn to sing a song together as a group.
Thursday 28 November