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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.
Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees
Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting
Wrap with Love knitting group
Join this friendly knitting group to make wraps for people in need.
Yoga class at the Rex
Improve your strength, balance and flexibility in this weekly 1-hour class
50 years strong: the NAIDOC poster story
An exhibition of the official NAIDOC Week posters of the past 5 decades
Bingay Madonna
Expect side-splitting commentary and outrageous prizes. This is a night to Dress You Up and Express Yourself!
Come and get techie: Darling Square Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library
Deborah Kelly: The Final Ritual of C.U.L.T
Join us at The Final Ritual of C.U.L.T' a celebration of UTS Library's 2025 Creative in Resident, artist Deborah Kelly.
Fitness class for older adults
Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility
Green Square Language Exchange
Connect, share cultures, and practise languages over tea, games, and friendly conversation.
Let's talk about death
Museums are full of dead things. That is why we invite you to join us to talk about death, and about being alive.
Live and digitally guided mindfulness meditation
Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session
Living Longer Living Stronger exercise program – Potts Point
Improve your strength, balance and mobility
Mahjong in Green Square
Come and meet your neighbours and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong every Thursday afternoon
Merchants of Haymarket: Building Chinatown and Beyond
Discover the Chinese merchants who built Sydney’s Chinatown and shaped Haymarket’s history.
Toddler craft and chat
Bring your toddler to this fun session and connect with other parents
Voyage to Freedom - The story of Tự do
Step into the powerful story of Tự do (Freedom), the boat that carried Vietnamese refugees to Australia in 1977.
Youth in the city school holiday program
Join our daily activities for high school students, ages 13 to 18
Daily Service of Remembrance
At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.
Move for all at Juanita Nielsen community centre
A weekly 1-hour class combining light resistance training and aerobic moves suitable for all levels of fitness
Acting class
Learn acting skills from an experienced tutor in this 2-hour weekly class for adults
Crafting in Stitches
Come work on your stitching skills in a relaxed, social environment!
Gentle exercise at Pyrmont
Stay active and enjoy a gentle full body workout in a safe environment
Minds Collective community football program
Free weekly football program to support people in their mental health recovery
Northcott fitness workout
Free workout for social housing residents and the broader community
Recycling and lids sorting volunteer session
Let’s turn small actions into big impact — one lid at a time
Social knitting group: Glebe Library
Come join fellow knitters, from beginners to experts
KGV Fitness – Full body circuit
A 45 minute, all body workout that will challenge you and leave you on a high
Skate!
Free skateboarding workshop, skate JAM sessions, and demonstrations, all guided by a team of pro skaters
Zumba class Pyrmont
Join us for Zumba every Saturday to get fit, make friends and have fun
Free meditation class - uplift your wellbeing
Manage stress, remove troubling thoughts and emotions, and find long-lasting happiness with heartfulness meditation
Speed-Friending for Queer Men & Women
Tired of endless swiping? Want to actually connect with one other in a fun, intentional, low-pressure space?
Adult Art Classes
All levels and abilities welcome. Explore your medium. Develop your style.
Chair yoga
Yoga movements have been adapted to be performed while seated in a chair.
Come and get techie at Surry Hills Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library
Forms and case management help in Mandarin and Hokkien
This free service is provided by Chinese Australian Services Society (CASS) trained volunteers and caseworkers.
French classes for your kids and you - Paddington
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
Gentle exercise
Low intensity guided movement techniques to improve your balance, strength, coordination and movement
Lunch with friends
Order your lunch and make new friends at the Cliff Noble Community Centre
After 5 Business Networking | Where People in Business Meet
Networking and Wine Tasting at CUPRA City Garage, Pitt St
Come and get techie
Get help with a technology question about a device or website from our City of Sydney Library team
Come and get techie: Customs House Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library!
Come and get techie: Glebe Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
Come and get techie: Newtown Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
French classes for your kids and you - Artarmon
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Artarmon
Women’s social art group
Get creative at this super casual art group – just good company, creativity and a cuppa.
GROW Rainbow & Allies Group meetings
Mental health peer support for LGBTQIA+ Communities and Allies
Seniors Health & Fitness Program
Learn to stay active, strong and connected in this 10-session fitness program!
Forms and case management help in Mandarin and Cantonese
Get help from a Sydney Multicultural Community Services case worker
Seniors social group
Meet new people and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, and a chat each week
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Certificate III in Auslan
Advance your Auslan skills with more complex conversations and deeper cultural understanding
Come and get techie: Green Square Library
Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library
Creative Connections – Art Therapy Class
Tell your story through art and meet new people
Digital skills workshop and tech support
Free bilingual classes and bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone to get help to use it
French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Rozelle
Fun brain training at Kings Cross Library
A friendly session of light puzzles and challenges to keep minds sharp
Green Square Sings
Come meet your neighbours and learn to sing in a welcoming environment
Line dancing in Green Square
Sessions for women to connect and learn to line dance!
Wednesdays Film club
Chill out midweek with some cool flicks and good vibes at our film hangout.
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 join this weekly class suitable for all levels of experience.
Living Longer Living Stronger exercise program
Improve your strength, balance and mobility
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Sydney City Farm new volunteer induction session
To join our volunteer team you first need to attend an induction session
Women’s Reconciliation Network – Redfern Yarning Circle
Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.
An Evening with Susannah Fullerton
A purrfect winter evening celebrating whiskers and words!
Board games night
Join us a relaxed evening of board games, friendly conversation and connection.
Rotary Darling Harbour Presents: Comedy For A Cause
A night of non-stop laughs in support of a truly worthy cause!
Community planting for National Tree Day – Harold Park
Be part of creating a vital green corridor for wildlife
Dr Bob Brown Gold Medal
Join us for an inspiring evening as the Sydney Peace Foundation awards the Gold Medal to Dr Bob Brown.
Guided Ride: Water Stories
Saddle up and join a guided bicycle ride exploring the history of the waterways and wetlands around Green Square
Community planting for National Tree Day: Prince Alfred Park
Help grow a thriving native meadow in the heart of the city
Tabletop games afternoon, 16 years +
Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city
KGV lunch futsal competitions
Enter a social or corporate futsal team in this regular competition in The Rocks.
Library open day: Open doors
City of Sydney Library open day at our 9 branches from 27 to 31 July
Social knitting group: Newtown Library
Come join fellow knitters, beginners or experts, all welcome
Building healthy family relationships workshop
Learn practical tips to build healthy family relationships, strengthen social connections and manage loneliness
Full Moon meditation for women
Join our supportive community to gather in stillness, release, reflect & reconnect. All ages welcome.
Let’s Talk: Talking So They Can Hear Us @ Darlinghurst
Let’s Talk Parent Conversation Series... Real conversations for real parenting challenges!
Storytime in the Children’s Library
Join us in our beautiful Children’s Library, full of stories, songs and rhymes.
Library open day: Darling Square Library
City of Sydney Library open day at Darling Square Library until 9pm
Library open day: Green Square Library
City of Sydney Library open day at Green Square Library
Take me to a place I haven’t been
Abstract art exhibition showing works in acrylics of Hilary Hatfield, a Sydney artist.
Brain health info session
How to improve your brain health and get it working at its best
Everything is Workable
An introduction to meditation and practical advice from some of the foremost Tibetan Buddhist teachers of our age
Petersham Bowling Club 130th anniversary ball
The Petersham Bowling Club is celebrating its 130th anniversary of being open by throwing a grand ball event
MS Readathon
Join thousands of Australians and turn every page into support for families impacted by MS
OzHarvest Waterloo Market Volunteer Training
Sign up to volunteer at our Waterloo Market - providing food to those in need
Festival of the Spoken Word
A celebration of Jewish culture and the stories that shape us
FREE Tai Chi Tuesdays at Market City
Enjoy FREE Tai Chi every Tuesday at Market City. Improve balance, flexibility and wellbeing. Everyone welcome.
Healthy Ageing Hub
Learn about and access the services and support you need to live well and independently
Fun brain training at Green Square Library
A friendly session of light puzzles and challenges to keep minds sharp
Impact Live
Impact Live brings together live music, inspiring conversations and extraordinary stories from people creating changes.
Customs House readers group
Monthly forum for reading and reviewing fiction or non-fiction books
KGV Walking Group
Join us for our monthly walk to different parts of our beautiful city.
Social monthly morning tea in Pyrmont
Join us for a casual catch up with other locals. Hear about what's on in our local area and at Pyrmont Community Centre
Hidden Sydney Tour for International Students
Join us for a fun and relaxed walking tour through Sydney’s hidden laneways.
Photography: Technical skills workshop
Learn to improve your technical photography skills with us
Cark It Café: Creativity Meets Death Chats for LGBTIQ+
Cark It Café: Queer, creative & death-positive — let’s plan our endings with flair, not fear
2026 Uniserve for Cancer Gala Luncheon
A fun-filled afternoon of fine food, drink and entertainment to help raise funds for a worthy cause
Breathe. Meditate. Connect.
A complimentary one-hour session on breathwork and meditation on the 2nd Sunday of each month.
Petersham Bowling Club community feast - 130th anniversary
Join us at the bowlo as we celebrate 130 years of Petersham Bowling Club and 20 years of community ownership
Voltaren City2Surf
Experience the World's Largest Fun Run and join us on 9 August 2026.
KGV evening futsal competitions
Play your way to a better day, enter a social or corporate team
Riding the Silver Wave
The silver wave is coming. It doesn't care if you're 25 or 85. What does it mean for you?
Open Mic Night Newtown: Musicians, comedians and poets
Each performer gets a free drink!
8 Ways to Survive the Corporate Circus
Because in the corporate circus, everyone is performing something.
Poppet Centre Craft Circle @ Darlinghurst
Being a parent is a full-time gig - and sometimes you just need a moment to breathe, to connect, and to create.
Sydney Gluten-Free Expo
Coeliac Australia is proud to bring you the Gluten-Free Expo Sydney on 15 - 16 August 2026
Come and get techie: Reg Murphy Community Centre
Get help with a technology question about a device or website
Sydney Dog Lovers Festival 2026
Experience pure joy at the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival!
Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern Community Open Day
Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.
Pyrmont – Architectural Time Capsule Walk
Discover the architecture of Pyrmont and learn about its history in a two hour walk with a trained AAA volunteer
Recycle It Saturday: a free recycling drop-off event
Drop off household items including electronics, polystyrene, worn-out clothes, bicycles, x-rays and more
Workshop for supervisors of learner drivers
Give your learner driver the best possible introduction to driving: their life could depend on it
Lifeline Pickleball Classic Mosman Edition
Every serve, volley, and dink helps fund vital crisis support and suicide prevention services in our local community.
Reiki Group Practice
Join our Reiki Share: healing swaps, connection, community. All levels welcome for renewal and heartfelt connections!
Tea meet Sound
Join Cenk& Carol for a cosy Tea meet Sound ceremony to step into a sanctuary of stillness through these sacred practices
Hearing loss management information session
Come along to this free talk by Hearing Matters Australia
The Big Spin at Fleet Steps!
12-hour team spin bike challenge to raise funds for sick kids
Lighten Your Mood: Overcoming depression
Simple practical techniques that can lift your mood quickly and reliably
Wesley LifeForce suicide memorial service
Join us for the Wesley LifeForce Suicide Memorial Service to honour lives lost and support those affected by suicide.
Great Irish Famine Commemoration 2026
Saturday September 12th - Remembering the famine in Ireland, ancestors, and Irish influence in Australian development
Might and Power Race Day Event
Experience a premium day at the races and help create brighter futures for children with cerebral palsy.
Reiki Master Practitioner Certification & Attunement
Advanced master course in energy healing
KGV Tuesday lunch mixed volleyball competition
For social and corporate teams, at lunchtime and after business hours
The LBW Trust 20th Anniversary DInner
20 Years of Impact, A Future of Possibilities
School Holiday Table Tennis
Enjoy a game on our three German-made expert roller tables
Accentuate the Positive: How to work with negative emotions
Through meditation and reflection on some simple questions, we can ground ourselves in the face of negative emotions
The Search for a Sense of Personal Identity: a Buddhist View
Nurture a deeper understanding of who we really are to find the confidence to weather life’s ups and downs
Understand Your Mind
insights into how we can work with our mind to reveal our own capacity for inner peace
Honour Awards 2026
Shining a light on inspiring people and organisations making a positive impact on rainbow communities in NSW.
Step Out for Cancer
The ultimate day out for a cause - walk or run to help end childhood cancer
Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink
Triathlon Pink is designed to be fun, inclusive, and empowering.
Experience the magic of the Chalice Well Gardens
A one-day workshop of sacred water, intuition and guidance
Melbourne Cup on the rooftop
Celebrate Melbourne Cup in style at Sweethearts Terraza, Sydney’s vibrant Mexican Restaurant and rooftop bar
Declutter your home, reclaim your life information session
Come along to this free talk from Inside Out Recovery
Beating burnout and stress
Simple ways to bring meditation and the compassionate Buddhist view into our daily life to help ease stress and worry
2026 Sydney Peace Prize Lecture and Award Ceremony
Sydney Peace Award Ceremony and Lecture to honour our 2026 recipient, Jennifer Robinson
Lindesay Christmas Gift Fair
Discover one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and gourmet foods in a unique heritage setting overlooking Sydney Harbour.
How to remain unshaken by life’s ups and downs
Advice on how by setting aside worry we all can find strength to face the ups and downs of modern living.
Black & white photography workshop
Learn the art of black-and-white photography with our photography short courses in Sydney