Talks, courses & workshops

Facilitated by Deaf ceramic artist Kirsty Collins, Auslan Ceramics Art Club for the Deaf and HOH community at Kil.n.it

Australia’s leading prize for drawing, showcasing the work of 56 finalists from 965 entries nationwide

AN exhibition of contemporary ceramics

Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other.

Artist Basia Zielinska will present her oeuvre at the Polish Club Ashfield’s newest gallery space

Learn how to make a large, luscious leaf platter using clay

That's right, it’s totally free fun learning for Aussie kids

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'Grace' by Conchita Carambano, an exhibition of abstract paintings.

Code Camp is Australia’s favourite school holiday program, where kids get creative and learn new skills

This first exhibition in Australia of English artist and activist Derek Jarman.

A Tribute to the Heart of the Arts

Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll.

New paintings, video and 3D-printed sculptures by the acclaimed Australian artist.

Part of the Sydney International Art Series 2024–2025

New commission accompanying the exhibition Derek Jarman: Delphinium Days

Are you looking for feedback to improve your work? Join this course to give and receive feedback on your writing.

In this online writing course, author Simmone Howell will provide feedback on your writing for young adults.

Paint and Sip classes offer a unique experience that blends the joy of painting with the pleasure of sipping your wine.

This exhibition introduces Dupain’s modernist approach to photography in a series of candid shots.

This coming April school holidays, dive into the world of Chinese Paper Cutting

Van Cleef & Arpels, living instants, eternal forms

It's never too late to learn

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

A dramatic new art installation by multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango on display at the Hyde Park Barracks

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Get an introduction to Qigong at any level of experience and fitness

Craft your own pair of sterling silver in this hands-on Sydney workshop

Join our vibrant community work spaces at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Get intimate with thousands of bees at an apiary tour and beehive inspection

Try 4 different instruments in one go!

Learn how to make your own Jesmonite homewares at this unique Sydney workshop

Learn to draw the figure

Sit in a chair in a beautiful park and argue with the ratbags, or get on a ladder and be one

For advanced beginners to intermediate level enthusiasts

Take an adventure through the heart of Sydney's local bookshops

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Voice & Dialect Classes to master your voice on screen & stage.

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

An exclusive hands-on experience, only at Lunettes Art Lab, Surry Hills.

Join Ben Hobson as he interviews author Riley James

A fun introduction to 3D printing for young people

Come along to our women-only event to laugh nonstop, make new mates and learn comedy

Join us for a fun and creative hands-on workshop where children and families come together to make beaded accessories.

Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice

Try a 1-hour group Spanish lesson for free

Join this free stand up comedy class to have fun, meet new people and improve your comedy and public speaking skills!

Build strength, flexibility, and connect with the breath in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience

A tribute to the rugged beauty and serene vastness of the Australian outback.

Find some inner peace, happiness and practical wisdom

Explore the local waterways through an engaging sculpture process.

Dive into the world of professional audio production

8-week course to bring people together for discussion and mindful meditation.

Use our sewing machines and get help with your sewing projects in these weekly group sessions.

Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience

Define your physical presence. Know how to move on stage and screen to command a character and physically tell a story

Join this free series of talks with Gadigal custodian, Elder and cultural educator Uncle Jimmy Smith.

Discover how letters, codes and messages shaped wartime experiences in this engaging talk by Powerhouse volunteers.

Develop vocal technique, care and preservation of the voice both in speech and in song singer Carmella Baynie

Free classes facilitated by Asahi Takahasi.

Free program for young people building their own social enterprise

Improve heart health and reduce arterial stiffness in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience

Engage in hands-on activities exploring physics and motion through creative makerspace projects

Children will enjoy a day of wildlife, bush craft, outdoor challenges, games and free play, all in the great outdoors

Meet new people, gain some comedy skills and have a lot of fun

Join this friendly 10 week course

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Find some inner peace, happiness and practical wisdom

Creative family activities inspired by the MCA's major summer exhibition.

Make your very own computer-generated artwork using coding!

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Discover the joy of singing

Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.

Sacrilege: the broken Gutenberg Bible that changed a family's destiny

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!

28 women creatively explore what it means to grow older…

Join us this autumn and become an insect champion through exploration, problem-solving, and fun!

Push your creativity to the next level with advanced coding techniques!

Connect with culture through this unique weaving workshop across Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, and The Rocks!

For Youth Week, teens can try library tabletop games in a fun and relaxed environment.

Laugh and tickle your tastebuds as you dive into the vibrant world of smooth tequila and smoky mezcal

Learn the fundamentals and start creating your own characters, environments and objects in this beginner class.

Access your authentic voice in words, make great connections

Fluid art workshop

Come along and learn more about how to maintain and fix your bike

Learn the Skills to Sculpt a Head and Torso in Clay . Instruction provided in Proportion and Form

A one-hour stand up comedy show, part of the Sydney Comedy Festival.

For the record, we are ditching the canvas!

Make up to three polymer clay earrings in this hands-on class and enjoy BYO drinks and pizza!

Get the skills and confidence to ride on Sydney streets

Be among the first to experience the new Glebe to Ultimo cycleway, a key connection making it easier for people to ride

Master the art of storytelling, joke-writing and presenting on stage

Learn techniques in watercolour, pen and pencil to capture the sights and experiences of your adventures

Beginner and intermediate Spanish classes in the heart of Sydney

Increase core strength, improve posture, and prevent injuries in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience.

Explore Australia’s urgent climate, housing and energy challenges, and solutions.

IT support for computer, tablets and mobile phones

Reconnect to kinship and learn practical skills for positive change

Step into the captivating world of botanical art.

Join teacher Anne Kwasner for four fun evenings exploring the joys of drawing from the live model

AI's impact on building designers, architects and other built environment professionals

Healthy and Happy: A Guide to Self Confidence

Healthy and Happy: A Guide to Self Confidence

In this 6-week course with author Amy Lovat, you’ll explore the fundamentals of dialogue and character.

An in-depth course in stand-up comedy course where you will build you stage presence and then perform in a comedy show!

Balance your mind and body in this free 1-hour classes for all levels of experience

A series of photographs taken during a road trip across Zimbabwe in late 2024 by Paul Pinga Matareke

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

This seminar will give you the tools to navigate the publishing waters with confidence and a sense of direction.

Learn a simple six-step marketing approach designed by creatives for creatives to take the pain out of promotion.

Walk around Sydney's "The Rocks" area while taking photos

Practical strategies and insights for artists and arts workers navigating the shifting fundraising landscape

Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

Healthy and Happy: A Guide to Self Confidence

Exploring the Galipoli landings on 25 April , the Anzac Spirit and addressingAutralians' never ending curiosity

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages

Join us for two hours investigating these interesting nocturnal animals, the bats!

Michelle will be in conversation with BAD Sydney’s Catherine du Peloux Menagé

Knit your own microbes and gut bacteria while learning from health experts

Learn to create with words

Learn to confidently draw what you see using time tested techniques in a relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for all levels.

Healthy and Happy: A Guide to Self Confidence

Sunrise is a festival of creativity, technology and ambition. Where unexpected ideas collide.

Learn to DJ with Nick Toth

Improve your language skills in this free weekly class for beginners

Join number one internationally bestselling crime writer Dervla McTiernan in conversation with Suzanne Leal.

Outstanding people, professional venues and innovative networking.

Global experts unite to address missing link in care of chronic illnesses

Celebrate Mother's Day sipping on organic wine! Join our intimate, hands-on and fun workshop with fizz.

A space to write, meet other writers, and share your work

Advanced energy healing course

Conducted by sculptor Richard Byrnes in a fully equipped studio.

Beginners class at Glebe

Join us for a special preview screening of Stay Online + live Q&A with the filmmakers from Ukraine

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Come for help to solve your digital problems

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

Calm your mind and balance your body in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience

Learn acting skills from an experienced tutor in this 2-hour weekly class for adults

Get help to use your laptop, tablet or smartphone from our English and Cantonese speaking tutor

Learn how to sing in this fun class for all levels of experience

Informative session about how to build confidence with money presented by a financial educator from the Good Shepherd.

Create art from nature with plants on the farm

Play gongs, metallophones and drums that interlock to create mesmerising melodies and rhythms

Meet new people, have fun, get better at public speaking + improve your confidence

Develop your creative Smartphone photography skills while exploring Balmain

Learn classical and contemporary sculpture techniques in a fully equipped studio

Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.

Blend your own premium tea guided by a holistic approach to your wellness

Learn Reiki Energy Healing to release stress, support the immune system and promote self-healing. No experience needed

Lift Yourself Out of the Mundane: The Four Noble Truths

Free classes designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to perform CPR and use an AED

Join fellow designer makers for a lunchtime discussion and exhibition preview at ADC.

Discover the joy of art at our monthly creative workshop

Jacob Fahmy, Client Director, Latitude Accountants

Bring in new sewing projects or learn the to recycle and upcycle preloved items

Join us for a fantastic artistic adventure on the first Tuesday of each month

In an era of digital disarray, can fiction highlight the ways to mend the severed connections of our society?

Informative talk about services the hub provides

A playful way to connect with body, breath and senses to support deeper self-connection.

Use images from the City of Sydney archives to create heritage inspired laser-cut jewellery pieces

Louise Park provides you with the knowledge and tools you need to write for the education market.

Poetica is thrilled to host Pádraig Ó Tuama in Sydney for a night of poetry and music to launch his two latest books.

Unlock the magic of crystals! Calling all crystal lovers, energy healers, and sacred energy enthusiasts!

A talk on the first edition of Frankenstein

A Connect Sydney workshop

An introduction to laser cutting and printmaking using the City of Sydney's photographic archives

Explore how global events drive innovation and expression in art jewellery, with insights from Profile 2025 artists.

Speak to a long-time industry professional face to face, and ask all those questions that are waiting to be answered.

The Honourable Justice Nye Perram will consider Private Property and Public Rights: a new phenomenon?

Explore the joy, tenderness and triumphs of queer storytelling.

Relaxed monthly night to make, mingle, & master new skills – for laughs, good vibes & hands-on fun. No experience needed!

Special screening of the biggest Australian film of all time Crocodile Dundee: The Encore Cut, featuring a live Q&A

Learn how art communicates emotion in this four-part lecture series led by Dr Lisa Beaven

Make a one of a kind brooch or hair piece

Special edition Mothers Day drawing workshop!

Learn to paint on upcycled vintage plates in this fun, hands-on intergenerational workshop at Ultimo Community Centre

Handmade gifts for Mums and caregivers you're celebrating this year

Guided City Retreat

An Artist-2-Artist workshop that guides participants through a creative exploration of cardboard.

Discover Sydney's favourite calligraphy workshops hosted at our cute cafe + studio venue in Sydney!

Thinking of starting a family? Join Wish for a Baby Australia for expert support on your fertility journey.

In this course with Melina Marchetta, writers will explore the fundamentals of writing fiction.

Tailored for people with lower confidence and experience

Learn about painting fundamentals in a fun 2.5-hour Sunday afternoon workshop

Discover Reiki: Heal Yourself, Loved Ones & Furbabies. Empowerment with Samantha Avery. Nurture Your Mind, Body & Soul!

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D printing, laser cutting and STEM skills

Van Le, Business Expert and Consultant

Discover the stories of bravery, courage and resilience that have been unearthed within the Anzac Memorial’s collection.

Surviving and thriving financially as a creative practitioner usually means doing more than one thing to make a living.

A vertical integration of exploring the greater Blue Mts, the Darran in NZ, and settling scores with the Scoresby Sound

An engaging conversation guided by a guest facilitator based on a short text of their choosing

Join us for at our monthly series where artists share their stories in conversation with host Danny Gardner

City Historian Laila Ellmoos shares the life story of Lilian Fowler, who was elected Australia’s first female mayor

Get help with a technology question about a device or website from our City of Sydney Library team

Come along and join this reading group twice a month

Come join a free afterschool cooking class for young people ages 12 to 18.

Presented by the Waverley Action Group

Curious about turning your creative practice into a fully-fledged small business?

Free Masterclass – Music Industry Access and Inclusion

Deep dive into how you can present more effectively

Access Ideas and Insights: a thought-provoking conversation about how neurodivergent perspectives are reshaping theatre practices, processes and storytelling.

Find out about potential risks and how to reduce them

Learn how to bring some lush greenery indoors at this workshop for beginners

Sample bush foods and find out what you can grow in your backyard or balcony

Spend a day filled with blooms

Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

Master the art of a flower arrangement with gorgeous seasonal blooms

Dr Sian Prior will introduce you to some of the essential skills required to write creative non-fiction.

Join us in a fun, creative workshop where you can sculpt your pet in clay!

Join illustrator Jade Goodwin for this hands-on Family Sunday workshop!

Dan Marshall teaches participants how to write and illustrate fact-based books during Family Sunday!

Join bestselling author Jacqueline Harvey for a writing workshop this Family Sunday!

Create a fun sculpture of your fur baby with air dry clay!

Make a hardcover book

Create a laser-cut wood block to make a unique print.

Learn the basics of stitching and lacing with reuse materials

Explore the beautifully fluid medium of watercolour

Therese Ravell, Director, Impact HR

Bell Shakespeare's exclusive subscriber event with Professor Liam E. Semler

A support group for people 65 years and under living with Parkinson's Disease

Learn the basics of how to write, manage and maintain creative grants.

Why are nations around the world racing to secure critical minerals? What’s at stake, and what does it mean for you?

International bestselling novelists share the experience of seeing their local stories turn into TV series and films.

Reigniting life’s spark with love, family and Irish small-town politics

2 hours of immersion into the creative challenge of collage!

Be unlimited in your Reiki Healing powers!

Melanie Saward, we will discuss the rules of writing romance: the structure, tropes, and different subgenres.

A quarterly series of meaningful meetups combining networking with skills development for creative practitioners.

Join a fun workshop to create zero-waste laser-cut accessories

Literary icon reflects on debut that became a classic

Stepping On is a free falls prevention program for seniors

Hilarious Festival favourite that gets provocative, pithy and personal    

Explore how writing has transformed across centuries and if it can survive in an age where communication is fleeting.

Beloved Sydney institution returns to the Sydney Writer’s Festival with international guest Plestia Alaqad

Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us 

High school students hear from Australia’s most exciting literary talents.

An afternoon of empowerment & insight

SWF favourite State of the Nation returns bigger and better than ever for an Australian post-election wrap-up. 

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session

Dive into the secrets of pearls

Learn how to create your own stunning artworks at Reverse Garbage

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

This course with Eleanor Limprecht looks at writing scene and summary in your narrative.

Still life acrylic painting workshop for beginners

Introductory Shakespeare workshops for primary years 5 & 6

Emma Sparrow, founder and director, Sparo Studios

How to sleep more deeply for a longer, healthier life

Practical time management strategies specifically designed for creative practitioners and businesses.

Meet new people at our public speaking & comedy event. Laugh nonstop, learn new skills, and think quickly on your feet

A solo exhibition of paintings by Nasser Palangi exploring the mysterious world of plant life.

Join Pamela Cook to learn critical skills involved in the entire novel writing process.

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for students and jobseekers to access career, study, apprenticeship and employment opportunities.

Come along and experience the magic as we unite in song with Barayagal Choir.

To celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 we present an all ages weaving workshop.

Learn how to feed your garden with natural homemade brews using food waste and common household ingredients

Join us for the exclusive 'Art Walk & Wine' event on Saturday 31 May, 2-5pm. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

Unlock the secrets of drawing, through a series of short drawing exercises

Expand your watercolour experience with a variety of guided exercises.

Half Day Course

Learn an easy method to go from auto mode to manual mode on your camera.

Join Meera Atkinson for a two-week masterclass in writing trauma using creative strategies.

Discover what the night sky teaches you

Bree Wailes, Founder, Salesoda

Join Lisa Shanahan learn the art of writing for children, from picture books to junior novels to middle-grade fiction.

Join our queer event to laugh nonstop, learn comedy, and be quicker at thinking on your feet

A conversation with scholar, filmmaker and activist Bronte Gosper, facilitated by Rachael Hocking.

Contemporary art exhibition by artists from Australia and the Netherlands at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf

Learn from Susan McKerihan how a knowledge of grammar can improve your writing.

Warren Ellis takes the stage for an intimate discussion on his life, career and commitment to animal conservation.

A revealing and impactful doco with an in-person introduction from Warren Ellis

Love and Emptiness

Learn time-based photo/video techniques at Coogee Beach

Deadliest Catch meets Touching the Void. A Southern Ocean adventure to make the ascent of Ben Big, volcano of Heard Is.

A beginner’s guide for creatives who want to engage an audience and master the social platforms they choose.

A Connect Sydney workshop

A practical online workshop that covers the basics of figuring out the price point for creative work

Remix explores the future of the creative industries, creative places, and the creative economy featuring 50+ speakers

A HSC Symposium Series event

Be inspired and energised by real stories and practical insights from remarkable speakers

Take a guided bush tucker tour around Centennial Park

Discover the joy of acrylic painting in our fun Sunday class for beginners

Pamela Hewitt will walk you through the next stage of your writing journey.

A workshop for creatives covering how to prepare and legal challenges associated with professional creative pitching.

Dr. Michael Fullilove discusses the ‘State of the Free World,’ sharing insights on global leadership and foreign policy.

Join us for an engaging talk with award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham.

A monthly series with authors about their latest work, their body of work, writing process and ideas that inspire them.

Join Michelle Law to learn how to develop your own unique voice as a playwright.

Unleash your creativity in our fun and social beginner portrait drawing workshop

A yoga festival - 5 classes every hour + 2 all-day dedicated meditation rooms + a wellness marketplace

Learn about personal and professional branding with specific focus on the arts and creative industries

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for students and jobseekers to access career, study, apprenticeship and employment opportunities.

Advanced master course in energy healing