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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.

On the Road to Justice: Remembering the Freedom Ride

On the Road to Justice: Remembering the Freedom Ride

Explore historic photographs of the 1965 protest bus ride exposing racism and discrimination against Aboriginal people
23 Dec 2025
Adaptive Tennis

Adaptive Tennis

Group social tennis for players of all ages and levels of ability
Today 10am to 12pm
KGV lunch futsal competitions

KGV lunch futsal competitions

Enter a social or corporate futsal team in this regular competition in The Rocks.
Today 11.30am to 2.30pm
West End Wednesdays

West End Wednesdays

The leading 'ladies' of Sydney drag!
Today 10pm to 11.55pm
Carols with The Salvos

Carols with The Salvos

Family friendly carols service
Today 6pm to 8pm
Celebrate Christmas in Surry Hills

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.
Today 9.30am to 10.30am
Chess: social play

Chess: social play

Come play chess at Ultimo Community Centre
Today 10am to 8pm
Christmas Eve Carols Service

Christmas Eve Carols Service

Celebrate Christmas - Metropolitan Community Church Sydney with Pitt St Uniting Church
Today 8pm to 9.30pm
Creative writing space

Creative writing space

Improve your writing, meet fellow writers and get inspired
Today 12.30pm to 1.30pm
Daily Service of Remembrance

Daily Service of Remembrance

At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.
Today 11am to 11.05am
iMeditate free meditation

iMeditate free meditation

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city
Tomorrow
Christmas at Deckhouse

Christmas at Deckhouse

Join Deckhouse to celebrate Christmas by the harbour with a premium long lunch set against Sydney waterfront views.
Tomorrow
Christmas in the Park – Volunteer with us

Christmas in the Park – Volunteer with us

Christmas Day volunteering at Centennial Parklands: A morning of connection, care, and growing something good
Tomorrow
Mum walk

Mum walk

Free weekly walks to meet local mums
Tomorrow
Summer at Marrinawi Cove

Summer at Marrinawi Cove

Barangaroo's urban oasis for swimming, sunning, and live music this summer!
27 Dec 2025
Zumba class - Pyrmont

Zumba class - Pyrmont

Join us for Zumba every Saturday to get fit, make friends and have fun
27 Dec 2025
Newtown Social Club

Newtown Social Club

Pop by to meet your amazing neighbours!
30 Dec 2025
Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees

Sydney City Farm volunteer working bees

Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting
2 Jan 2026
Hidden Sydney Tour for International Students

Hidden Sydney Tour for International Students

Join us for a fun and relaxed walking tour through Sydney’s hidden laneways.
3 Jan 2026
Breathe. Meditate. Connect.

Breathe. Meditate. Connect.

A complimentary one-hour monthly workshop on breathwork and meditation.
4 Jan 2026
Crochet class

Crochet class

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project
5 Jan 2026
Informal coffee and chat sessions

Informal coffee and chat sessions

Come join us if you'd like to make new friends in an easy environment
7 Jan 2026
Yoga class at the Rex

Yoga class at the Rex

Improve your strength, balance and flexibility in this weekly 1-hour class
8 Jan 2026
Recycling & Lid Sorting Session

Recycling & Lid Sorting Session

Let’s turn small actions into big impact — one lid at a time!
10 Jan 2026
Neena Mand: Primordial Pulse

Neena Mand: Primordial Pulse

A debut exhibition of artworks conceptualized and underpinned by years of research, intellectual analysis and abstract interpretations
13 Jan 2026
Move for all at Juanita Nielsen community centre

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
16 Jan 2026
Blak Powerhouse 2026

Blak Powerhouse 2026

Blak Powerhouse returns 26 January 2026, turning this day into a day of Blak power, pride and positivity.
26 Jan 2026
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Beach
27 Jan 2026
French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Rozelle
28 Jan 2026
Echoes of the Firecracker

Echoes of the Firecracker

An exploration of how sound – heard, silenced or remembered – shapes ritual, identity, and belonging across cultures.
29 Jan 2026
The Telescope That Sees Time - Drinks & JWST

The Telescope That Sees Time - Drinks & JWST

Expert breaks down the James Webb Space Telescope in a beginner-friendly brewery talk
29 Jan 2026
French classes for your kids and you - Pyrmont

French classes for your kids and you - Pyrmont

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Pyrmont
2 Feb 2026
French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
2 Feb 2026
Monthly social morning tea

Monthly social morning tea

A social gathering for gym members and locals on the first Monday of the month.
2 Feb 2026
Acting class

Acting class

Learn acting skills from an experienced tutor in this 2-hour weekly class for adults
6 Feb 2026
Through the Glass Houses: Orchid Walk

Through the Glass Houses: Orchid Walk

Behind the scenes tour of the orchid glasshouses at the Royal Botanic Gardens
7 Feb 2026
Sydney Destash Market

Sydney Destash Market

A market for secondhand fabric, yarn and other craft/sewing related items.
8 Feb 2026
The Unbound Art Show

The Unbound Art Show

Barnardos Australia’s annual fundraising art show is returning and this year, we’re making an even bigger impact!
13 Feb 2026
Fair Day

Fair Day

Fair Day returns to Victoria Park for 2026—bigger, bolder, and bursting with community pride.
15 Feb 2026
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library

Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library

Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
19 Feb 2026
Power Up Your Heart

Power Up Your Heart

An inspiring and inclusive evening of meditation, contemplation and open discussion.
20 Feb 2026
Recycle It Saturday: a free recycling drop-off event

Recycle It Saturday: a free recycling drop-off event

Drop off household items including electronics, polystyrene, worn-out clothes, bicycles, x-rays and more
21 Feb 2026
Pyrmont – Architectural Time Capsule Walk

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
21 Feb 2026
Queer Sydney: Lost spaces, living stories

Queer Sydney: Lost spaces, living stories

As part of Mardi Gras, queer voices honour lost spaces and imagine new futures for Sydney’s LGBTQI+ cultural life.
23 Feb 2026
PaddyPallin Inspire:Allie Pepper, Limitless Above the Clouds

PaddyPallin Inspire:Allie Pepper, Limitless Above the Clouds

Midlife awakening, true summit mission, and the relentless pursuit to climb all 14 of the world’s highest peaks without supplemental oxygen
24 Feb 2026
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library

Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library

Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
26 Feb 2026
Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade

This is Ecstatica — the 48th anniversary of the parade, lighting up Oxford Street, Flinders Street, and Anzac Parade.
28 Feb 2026
LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Comms

LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Comms

Build a foundational understanding of LGBTIQA+ identities, inclusion, and everyday allyship.
5 Mar 2026
Black & White Photography Workshop

Black & White Photography Workshop

Learn the art of black-and-white photography with our photography short courses in Sydney
7 Mar 2026
Yumi Olgeta; 'Crafting a more inclusive democracy'

Yumi Olgeta; 'Crafting a more inclusive democracy'

A cultural quilt making workshop whether you're a seasoned embroiderer or like weaving, or just a curious beginner.
14 Mar 2026
A Romantic Rendezvous 2026

A Romantic Rendezvous 2026

A full-day book-signing event for romance readers
22 Mar 2026
First Nations History Tours, The Block

First Nations History Tours, The Block

Biennale of Sydney: Picking Up The Pieces – First Nations History Tours, The Block
22 Mar 2026
Self Promotion and Public Speaking with Jenny Valentish

Self Promotion and Public Speaking with Jenny Valentish

Jenny Valentish will give you everything you need to know to navigate the world of self-promotion and public speaking.
21 Apr 2026
Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference

Refugee Trauma Recovery in Resettlement Conference

This conference focuses on refugee trauma recovery and resettlement practice, policy, research, and lived experience.
4 May 2026
HSC and Careers Expo 2026

HSC and Careers Expo 2026

Sydney's premier careers and education event, connecting students and jobseekers with study and career pathways.
28 May 2026
Western Sydney Careers Expo 2026

Western Sydney Careers Expo 2026

Western Sydney’s premier careers and education event, connecting students and jobseekers with study and career pathways.
25 Jun 2026
The MPN Gala Dinner

The MPN Gala Dinner

Experience an enchanting evening of networking, gourmet dining, and entertainment!
3 Jul 2026