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Support a worthy cause and meet like-minded people in Sydney. The best events, attractions and things to do from the City of Sydney’s official event guide.
Bike Buddies 1-on-1 guided rides and cycling skills
Get a free guided bike ride or cycling skills session with a qualified instructor
Fitness class for older adults
Weekly lower impact class including strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility
With One Voice community choir: Sydney CBD
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
Barangaroo’s Native Living Christmas Trees
Barangaroo's unique Christmas trees celebrate culture and community
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Christmas at Barangaroo
Stunning waterside views, delicious food, live music and community events
Cooking and nutrition course
Fun nutritional activities, practical good cooking lessons and a social meal
KGV Tuesday lunch mixed volleyball competition
For social and corporate teams, at lunchtime and after business hours
Social art class
If you love art and a chat, then pop down to the Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Youth boxing at Redfern
Free after school sports and fitness program for ages 11 to 18
Book Exchange
Are you a book lover and is looking for something interesting to read?
Care finder information session
Learn about support services to help older people to continue to live independently
English class for seniors (Booked out)
Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners
Free chair yoga and meditation beginner class
Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice
Inundated
Explores the harrowing impacts of the 2022 floods in Lismore told through the lens of photographer Natalie Grono.
Meditate in Chatswood
Our weekly Chatswood meditation class includes two guided meditations and a teaching
Meditate in Glebe - How to be Kind to Yourself
Discover practical methods to solve your everyday problems
Movement & Meditation Classes
Relieve stress, shift energy and find focus during your lunch break.
Pathways to possibilities report launch
Identifying barriers, solutions and strategies regarding the economic participation of people with disability
People Will Think You Don't Love Me
A haunting Sydney story, told with magic and music.
Social group for Chinese speaking seniors
Join this friendly group of older people each week for coffee and conversations
Think, Eat and Move - Healthy Lifestyle Program for Teens
Free online program for young people aged 13-17.
YCK Laneways CID Pilot Program stakeholder workshop
We want to hear from all stakeholders in the YCK Laneways District.
Daily Service of Remembrance
At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Create & Connect Art Group for Older Adults
Creative activities can free our minds to explore what's important in our lives.
Glebe community barbecue
Come and join us Wednesday weekly (excluding school holidays) for some food and fun
SCRAPS: Sew soft toys, bags, blankets for community
Sew for a cause and socialise at the same time
Seniors social group
Meet new people and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, knit or crochet, and a chat each week
Slay Wednesdays
See Sydneys hottest up and coming performers at this drag competition
Creative Connections – Art Therapy Class
Tell your story through art and meet new people
KGV Fitness – Full Body Circuit
A 45 minute, all body workout that will challenge you and leave you on a high
Meditate in Sydney - How to be Kind to Yourself
Discover practical methods to solve your everyday problems
Rotary fundraiser: Three courses for three causes
3 courses at TAFE's The Apprentice – join us for a night that makes a triple impact! Hurry – selling out!
Youth table tennis and games in Glebe
Free after school social after school program for ages 11 to 18
Informal coffee and chat sessions
Come join us if you'd like to make new friends in an easy environment
Accessible yoga class
Everyone is welcome to this yoga class, no experience necessary
Digitally guided mindfulness meditation
Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session
iMeditate free meditation, quiet space & empowering seminars
Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city every Thursday at iMeditate Sydney
KGV evening futsal competitions
Play your way to a better day, enter a social or corporate team
Living Longer Living Stronger exercise program – Alexandria
Improve your strength, balance and mobility
Living Longer Living Stronger exercise program - Potts Point
Improve your strength, balance and mobility
Movement and dance class
Learn different styles of dance including line, square and Chinese folk in this class for older adults.
Women's Reconciliation Network - Redfern Yarning Circle
Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.
Wrap with Love knitting group
Join this friendly knitting group to make wraps for people in need.
Boards & Bottles: Thursday wine & games
Join us Thursday at The Art Syndicate for wine and board games! Bring your own games or enjoy ours.
Meet our Political Leaders – Penny Sharpe MLC
Meet Our Political Leaders bespoke dinner
Playgroup
Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
The Dream Collective
Networking and mentoring series for culturally diverse women in the arts and entertainment
Yoga class at the Rex
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility in this weekly 1-hour class
KGV Netball Monday evening & Friday lunch competitions
Play for social and corporate teams, at lunchtime and after business hours
Move for all fitness class
A weekly 1-hour class combining light resistance training and aerobic moves suitable for all levels of fitness
Mums and bubs pilates social group
Gentle pilates and stretch for mums with newborn babies and toddlers followed by coffee
Stitching Circle
A social group that gets together to knit, crochet and long stitch
Sydney City Farm new volunteer induction session
To join our volunteer team you first need to attend an induction session
Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees
Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting
Tai chi class
Increase your balance, strength, flexibility and mobility and become calmer in this 1-hour class.
Disability awareness talk
Guest speakers and a Q&A with NDIS local area coordinator.
Focus on Ability short films, talk and lunch - Glebe
Celebrate International Day of People with Disability with us
Latin Nights By The Bay
We are bringing back the dance heat with another season of Latin Nights By the Bay.
Together2's all abilities Christmas carols
Join us for an evening filled with festive joy and inclusive celebration
Bobby Goldsmith Foundation World AIDS Day Trivia
Join us on Saturday 30 November for World AIDS Day Trivia!
Free bike repairs with the Bower
Whether it's a flat tyre, wobbly wheel, or squeaky brakes, we'll check your bike for safety & comfort. Book in.
Golden era reunion gala event
What began as a reunion of friends celebrating the golden era of ‘70s and ‘80s has evolved into a fundraising event
Introduction to furniture building
This woodwork course will leave you ready to tackle furniture-making projects of your very own
Show Ponies: Queer Youth Art Festival Exhibition
See the amazing artwork that young people have created and celebrate their talent
Xmas Market with Welcome Merchant & Paddington Markets
Support amazing refugee and migrant merchants
Matsuri Japan Festival 2024
Bringing the vibrant spirit of Japanese festivals to our community
Surry Hills Christmas Concert
Kick off Christmas at our free, family-friendly Christmas concert
Elevate the Stage
International Day of People with Disability free celebration concert, featuring top artists of all abilities
Free yoga meditation beginner class at Sydney CBD
Manage stress, remove troubling thoughts and emotions, and find long-lasting happiness with heartfulness meditation
Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink
Female only triathlon. Men can enter the fun run distances.
Reflect, renew & re-inspire – the end-of-the-year retreat
Bring out the best in your self and reconnect to what’s important to you
Sunday Sounds
Experience a harmonious blend of nature and melody in the Chinese Garden of Friendship.
Christmas printmaking workshop series
Explore pathways to TAFE NSW qualifications in cultural arts
Monthly social morning tea in Woolloomooloo
A social gathering for gym members and locals on the first Monday of the month.
Youth check-in mentoring and coaching
For teens ages 14 to 18 who need support to reach goals in school and employment
Zumba Gold
Get fit, make friends and have fun in this weekly class suitable for beginners and older adults.
Chair yoga
Yoga movements have been adapted to be performed while seated in a chair
Computer, tablet and mobile phone tech support
IT support for computer, tablets and mobile phones
Forms and case management help in Mandarin and Hokkien
This free service is provided by Chinese Australian Services Society (CASS) trained volunteers and caseworkers.
Gamarada - Community Healing & Life Training
Reconnect to kinship and learn practical skills for positive change
Gentle exercise
Low intensity guided movement techniques to improve your balance, strength, coordination and movement
Meditate in Neutral Bay - How to be Kind to Yourself
Discover practical methods to solve your everyday problems
Ready Steady Go Kids
A physio designed multi-sport program for kids aged 1.5 - 6 years
Ukulele class
Learn how to play the ukulele in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers
With One Voice community choir: Redfern
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
International Day of People with Disability: exhibition tour
Audio described tour of ‘More than Meets the Eye’ – a fascinating display of items documenting our civic history
Focus on Ability short films and afternoon tea
International Day of People with Disability afternoon tea and short films event
Healthy Ageing Hub
Learn about and access the services and support you need to live well and independently
Service NSW information session for older adults
Come an join us an informative session conducted by Service NSW
With One Voice community choir: Chatswood
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
After dinner walking group for older people
Would you like to be active and make friends while seeing the city and its cultural events in the evening?
Doing Business in Woollahra: Networking Night
Join us for an evening of networking as part of our Doing Business in Woollahra series.
Free Form Weaving Workshop at Reg Murphy
Celebrate International Day of People with Disability
Intersectionality in access and inclusion training
Customised training for youth and community sector workers
Polish High Tea
Indulge in a selection of European inspired savoury and sweet canapés
We Need To Talk
Connect with your community & work together toward gender equality through meaningful conversations.
Benjamin Stevenson on Everyone this Christmas has a Secret
Benjamin Stevenson returns with a Christmas addition to his bestselling Ernest Cunningham mysteries.
The Theory of Everything- Lets explore who you are
Truth will always be the truth, so, will you choose to hear it or go on living without it.
Green Square community barbeque
Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event.
Intergenerational pancake morning tea
Join student council representatives from local high schools for pancakes and entertainment
Mikołajki – Family photos with St. Nick
St Nick is coming to the Polish Club Ashfield! He will be dressed in his finest robes and spreading festive cheer
Erskineville Radical Walking Tour
Find out about Erskineville's radical history on a guided walk through the suburb
Healthy Mind, Healthy Life International Student Forum
A Health & Wellness Event for International Students
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert
It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears and put on your party shoes
A call for seekers of truth
An introduction into the ideas and teachings of GI Gurdjieff
Bondi Community Garden Bee
(Re)connnect with nature, improve your well-being and make new like-minded friends at Bondi Community Garden
Celebrating Olga
Celebrating the late Olga Horak OAM, an exuberant force of life and founding member of the Sydney Jewish Museum.
Syrenka Christmas Concert
Celebrating traditional Polish culture with festive dance and music
Green Square Knitters meet up
Come and knit blankets for Wrap with Love or a teddy bear for a meaningful cause.
Sound Meditation with channeled Voice & Crystal Bowls
Be bathed in sound waves to soothe your mind, body and spirit and come back into more peaceful alignment with yourself.
Christmas crafternoon
Join us for an afternoon of mini wreath making and card colouring
Redfern community barbecue
Meet your neighbours and get to know your local services
Abilities unleashed: Adults
A free, fun and inclusive day of activities for adults with physical, sensory and intellectual disabilities
Pasta and movie night 13-18 year olds
A fun, free, supervised event for young people once a month
Seniors Christmas reception
Celebrate the festive season with canapes, live music and dancing.
Growing Food for Wildlife Project
Help us to grow food for sick, injured and orphaned native animals in the care of local wildlife rescue groups
Reconnect Project
Bring your mobile phones/tablets of any age or condition and laptops to be repaired and used by someone in need.
Saturday PermaBee – Community Gardening
Community garden volunteering at the Randwick Sustainability Hub
Meet The Author – Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki
Dr. Karl will be discussing his long-awaited memoir A Periodic Tale.
Social games at the Tote - over 55s club
Come and meet your neighbours and have a chat over a cup of tea and board games.
"Koliada"– Ukrainian Christmas carols in Sydney!
Celebrate Christmas with caroling and traditions, spreading warmth and the feeling of home this holiday season
Celebrate Christmas in Surry Hills
You’re invited! Bring your friends and celebrate Christmas with carols, a hope-filled message, and the joy of community.
Noir NYE 2024/25
Celebrate NYE in style at NOIR. Offering an all inclusive drinks and deluxe canapés package for the evening.
NYE at the Hunters Hill Hotel!
Celebrate New Year's Eve at the Hunters Hill Hotel as we count down until 2025!
NYE Pier Party
Ring in the new year with friends and family at the Pier Party with DJ entertainment from Havana Brown!
The Wisdom of Compassion
Presenting the powerful Buddhist logic of compassion and methods for developing a kinder relationship with ourselves
Free to be loved
An interfaith evening of open discussion, stories, poetry and music.
Sundaylicious Mardi Gras Colombian Hotel
Join us on March 2nd for a Sunday session like no other at the heart of Mardi Gras – the iconic Colombian Hotel!
Annual networking forum
Join us for The MPN Annual Networking Forum. Don’t miss the chance to engage with a diverse community
Lifeline Bondi Golf Day
We invite you to join us for the inaugural Lifeline Bondi Golf event.
Sydney Tattoo Convention
Immerse yourself in Sydney's tattoo culture at Sydney Town Hall : Top artists, live shows, and endless inspiration!