Exhibitions

More than 300 original artworks of landscape and portrait paintings on permanent display at the State Library of NSW.

Australia’s most engaging art event

From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.

Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW

An exhibition exploring the darker side of myth in the modern world

Immerse yourself into the fascinating world of illusions and let our captivating rooms play tricks on your mind!

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Join our curators for a tour of the Library’s 200th Anniversary Exhibitions.

Horizon Line is the Museum’s sanctuary for slow looking.

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

Multi-international award winning modern artist Alex Nemirovsky opening his debut Sydney show!

STATION presents A Breath Before Dawn, Dean Cross’ fourth solo exhibition with the gallery.

Exhibiting now in the You're Okay front window at the City of Sydney Creative Studios.

Art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating the many avatars of Vishnu

An exhibition by one of Australia's greatest realist painters

Sally Hook and Michael Williamson ceramic busts at Traffic Jam Gallery, Darlinghurst

A four-day intensive workshop to build watercolour skills for botanical painting on paper

Emerge from everyday life and their encounters with the landscape surrounding their Blackheath studio.

Solo exhibition by international Chinese artist Wang Yigang

Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery is delighted to present an exhibition by Paris-based collective, A Constructed World.

Exhibiting now in the 'you're okay' foyer at City of Sydney Creative Studios is 'Gleaning for Plastics' by Rox de Luca

An exhibition of 28 artists from the Illawarra Association for the Visual Arts (IAVA)

Join us for Australia's biggest and most inclusive art show, where every A5 original artwork is sold for just $100.

Jack Ball’s latest solo exhibition, MYSTERY SOLVED, is now open at Passage and on view 24/7 until 17 July 2026.

solo exhibition

A luminous body of paintings shaped by repetition and the subtle interplay of colour, tone, and texture.

Qtopia Sydney and the European Union Delegation to Australia presents, ‘Loving’: A Photographic History of Men in Love

An artwork exhibition inspired by the Allied campaigns in Greece and Crete in 1941.

A dynamic display that illuminates histories, trajectories and highlights of the MCA’s Collection.

Discover the Chinese merchants who built Sydney’s Chinatown and shaped Haymarket’s history.

A rare glimpse behind the lens of one of Australia’s most important photographers.

The National Art School Gallery and Institute of Modern Art present an exhibition of work by Sydney-based painter and Archibald Prize winner Mitch Cairns

A major survey exhibition of work by Sydney-based artist and NAS alum Mitch Cairns

a new exhibition exploring how the Navy has grown alongside Australia, from colonial defence to a modern maritime force.

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Explore 200+ years of history and evolution of the Parliament of New South Wales

Torres Strait pearling history, centering the overlooked stories of Indigenous and South Sea Islander seafarers

Art2Muse Gallery presents an exhibition of oil paintings by Richard Stanley

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

An exhibition of prints from the WAC printmaking tutors.

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

Nuan Ho | Jess Miller | Lauri Smith | Sol Karmel-Shann

A solo exhibition by Japanese contemporary artist Kosuke Nagata

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

An exhibition that traces humanity's evolving understanding of the cosmos, from ancient stargazers to modern astronomers

A Willoughby City Council curated exhibition presented as part of the Gai-mariagal Festival 2026.

Exhibition of work by Sue Midgley and Petra Pattinson

Champion members exclusive tour of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2026

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934.

Travel back in time to early medieval Scotland and discover unique and mysterious Viking-age treasures.

An exploration of the intimate and domestic

Step into the powerful story of Tự do (Freedom), the boat that carried Vietnamese refugees to Australia in 1977.

An exhibition of recent works by Thom Muir

Sydney's only venue for the blockbuster, internationally touring photographic exhibition.

Learn to paint using acrylics

Featuring the new wave of Indigenous artists which reimagines traditional cultural practices in a contemporary setting.

Exhibition: A Few Kangaroos Loose in the Top Paddock

Featuring 30 artist from Korea and Australia

Artist and wharfie Sam Wallman’s provides a fresh, first-hand take on contemporary dock life.

The largest major exhibition of one of the most fearless and influential voices in Australian contemporary art.

A multi-disciplinary exhibition spanning printmaking, sculpture, video and graphic design.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Australia's largest dedicated board gaming convention, held annually in Sydney across 3 days.

Body positive, inclusive and utterly uncompetitive, Gladdy Drawing Club combines life drawing and performance.

Life Drawing Sip and Sketch Workshop hosted by a fun Sydney Drag Queen

Celebrating 40 years of Waverley Art Prize

Whimsical, relax and cosy makers and artists run market

For one special evening, Dulcie's is transforming into an art gallery, bringing together contemporary art + cocktails

Join us at Create and Make Workshop for our creative art and crafting workshops

Create a fun mystery drawing of your mate or date in this oil pastel workshop!

Playful, surprising and a little bit weird! A family evening adventure into the wonderful world of nature after dark.

Learn digital photography with us

Celebrate the power of Aboriginal art as a tool for healing, cultural connection and storytelling

Join curator Lucy Latella in conversation with Mitch Cairns, Agatha Gothe-Snape and NAS Head of Painting Elizabeth Pulie

an exhibition exploring the history, lore and legend of Sydney's most vibrant suburb

Explore the physics of sound and what it means to observe with ears and a brain.

It's an experiment extravaganza! Over 30 hands-on experiments on light, sound, puzzles, illusions, motion and more

Step into the strange and beautiful world of fungi featuring vibrant paintings and ceramic sculptures

Celebrate 30 years of 4A with the opening of this landmark anniversary exhibition.

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

Join Art Club at Empower Create Thrive for hands-on fun, creativity, and good friends!

Poetry Sydney and the Catalyst Literary Arts Journal launch the Australian launch of Catalyst Volume 23: Devine Embrace.

Legacy, leadership and the future of First Nations art

Other Worlds Zine Fair returns on Saturday 11 July with 100+ zine makers, artists and independent publishers.

Explore portrait painting techniques from the Old Masters in this one day intensive workshop!

8 women artists present diverse contemporary work

A rare opportunity to view precious objects collected over 200 years.

Explore the bloodsuckers in our backyard, with live music, food, drinks and immersive after-dark experiences.

Step into art at the MCA on Wednesday 15 July 2026 as part of Telstra Free Day.

Immerse yourself in the intricate botanical artworks of artist Anna Voytsekhovich

A curator-led exhibition tour of Primavera 2026: Young Australian Artists

Kids Painting & Fabric Workshop

6 contemporary Sydney artists

Sink your teeth into this cinematic celebration of vampires - from family favourites to cult classics.

A miniature and scale modelling weekend event

Create a portrait of your beloved pet using oil pastels

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm & willingness to explore your creativity!

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Mary Benvenuto | Lei Feng | Fergus Berney-Gibson | India Jablonski | Fiona Verity | Daniel He Wang

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

a retrospective

Join artist Hany Armanious and MCA Senior Curator Jane Devery for an in-gallery discussion about the exhibition.

Unleash your creativity! Explore clay, carving, casting, and more as you bring your ideas to life

Dive into watercolours with this compact 6 week course

Emily's process-based practice explores stain as both material and metaphor.

Abstract art exhibition showing works in acrylics of Hilary Hatfield, a Sydney artist.

Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste celebrates the legacy and significant achievements of Margaret Olley AC

Learn how to capture the energy of street scenes and our urban environment with us

A collection of original photographs and collages made predominately from original photographs.

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

Get ready for something different and delightfully bizarre!

Sydney’s Favourite Wedding Expo!

See science in a new light

A vibrant collection of paintings exploring the meeting point between coastal landscapes and botanical forms

This classical drawing technique produces dramatic results.

Pollyxenia Joannou | Nahu Saad

Purr for joy at the Sydney Cat Lovers Festival!

Experience pure joy at the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival!

Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.

Australia's Favourite and Biggest Wedding Expos

Celebrating the best of the next generation of artists

Australasia's premier art fair

Immerse yourself in the world of still life painting over two inspiring days.

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2025!

Free entry. Rare books, maps, prints & ephemera for sale. The Glasshouse, State Library NSW. 22–24 October 2026.

An exhibition of landscape paintings with glimpses of birds and animals by artist Geoffrey Adams.

An exhibition of works by our 2026 Master of Fine Art (MFA) and Doctor of Fine Art (DFA) graduate students.

An exhibition of ink painting by Biao Zhu