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Book launch: Mediterranean Collections

Book launch: Mediterranean Collections

The book’s editors and authors will introduce Mediterranean Collections in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand: Perspectives from Afar
22 May 2025
Auslan Ceramics Art Club

Auslan Ceramics Art Club

Facilitated by Deaf ceramic artist Kirsty Collins, Auslan Ceramics Art Club for the Deaf and HOH community at Kil.n.it
Today 6pm to 8pm
Bankstown Poetry Slam

Bankstown Poetry Slam

Beloved Sydney institution returns to the Sydney Writer’s Festival with international guest Plestia Alaqad
Today 8pm to 9.30pm
Chinese craft class

Chinese craft class

Suitable for crafters of all levels to come together and create projects
Today 2pm to 3.30pm
Samantha Harvey: Orbital

Samantha Harvey: Orbital

Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us 
Today 6pm to 7pm
Secondary School Days

Secondary School Days

High school students hear from Australia’s most exciting literary talents.
Today 9.30am to 2pm
Yin yoga lunchtime class

Yin yoga lunchtime class

Calm your mind and balance your body in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience
Today 12pm to 1pm
24th Dobell Drawing Prize

24th Dobell Drawing Prize

Australia’s leading prize for drawing, showcasing the work of 56 finalists from 965 entries nationwide
Today 11am to 5pm
Acting class

Acting class

Learn acting skills from an experienced tutor in this 2-hour weekly class for adults
Today 10am to 12pm
Anna Glynn: Amusement

Anna Glynn: Amusement

A tantalising glimpse into the art and mind of Anna Glynn.
Today 11am to 5pm
Basia Zielinska "Sydney Heart Beats" Art Exhibition

Basia Zielinska "Sydney Heart Beats" Art Exhibition

Artist Basia Zielinska will present her oeuvre at the Polish Club Ashfield’s newest gallery space
Today 10am to 9pm
Berlin Sydney Art Show

Berlin Sydney Art Show

A group art exhibition showcasing Berlin-based artists from around the globe
Today 6pm to 7pm
Code camp – free STEAM events for kids

Code camp – free STEAM events for kids

That's right, it’s totally free fun learning for Aussie kids
Today 6.30pm to 7.30pm
Craig Parnaby: Paintings of this summer past

Craig Parnaby: Paintings of this summer past

An exhibition paying homage to the architectural forms and easy-going lifestyle of the urban coastal landscape.
Today 9am to 5pm
Guided walks

Guided walks

Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll.
Today 10am to 11.30am
Hope by Hiromi Tango

Hope by Hiromi Tango

A dramatic new art installation by multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango on display at the Hyde Park Barracks
Today 10am to 10pm
IT troubleshooting

IT troubleshooting

Get help to use your laptop, tablet or smartphone from our English and Cantonese speaking tutor
Today 10am to 12pm
Juz Kitson: Unfolding Earth

Juz Kitson: Unfolding Earth

Sculptures blossom from the ground like ancient relics newly encountered in this solo exhibition by artist Juz Kitson.
Today 10am to 5pm
Learning Curve 2025: Emotions in 17th-century art

Learning Curve 2025: Emotions in 17th-century art

Learn how art communicates emotion in this four-part lecture series led by Dr Lisa Beaven
Today 10.30am to 12.30pm
Nudenight Life Drawing at Doodler

Nudenight Life Drawing at Doodler

Life Drawing with professional models and an amazing creative atmosphere every Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat/Sun.
Today 7pm to 8.30pm
Odyssey Women's Lunch

Odyssey Women's Lunch

An afternoon of empowerment & insight
Today 12pm to 2pm
Online: Dialogue and Character Fundamentals with Amy Lovat

Online: Dialogue and Character Fundamentals with Amy Lovat

In this 6-week course with author Amy Lovat, you’ll explore the fundamentals of dialogue and character.
Today 12am to 1pm
Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun

Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun

Paint and Sip classes offer a unique experience that blends the joy of painting with the pleasure of sipping your wine.
Today 10am to 8.30pm
Sing: Body and Soul

Sing: Body and Soul

Learn how to sing in this fun class for all levels of experience
Today 1pm to 3pm
Student Life: Max Dupain at the University of Sydney

Student Life: Max Dupain at the University of Sydney

This exhibition introduces Dupain’s modernist approach to photography in a series of candid shots.
Today 10am to 5pm
Tracey Jones Oil Painting – Cultural Baggage

Tracey Jones Oil Painting – Cultural Baggage

"Cultural Baggage" art exhibition explores memory and meaning in the overlooked remnants of everyday consumer life.
Today 11am to 5pm
Wildlife photographer of the year

Wildlife photographer of the year

See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Today 10am to 4pm
Barrie Cassidy and Friends: State of the Nation

Barrie Cassidy and Friends: State of the Nation

SWF favourite State of the Nation returns bigger and better than ever for an Australian post-election wrap-up. 
Tomorrow
2-Day Standard mental health first aid course (face to face)

2-Day Standard mental health first aid course (face to face)

Equip yourself with essential skills to handle mental health crises with our accredited Mental Health First Aid course
Tomorrow
Clay & Curds

Clay & Curds

Ceramics and cheese tasting workshop, guided by Milly Dent and cheese expert Penny Lawson.
Tomorrow
Gamelan classes

Gamelan classes

Play gongs, metallophones and drums that interlock to create mesmerising melodies and rhythms
Tomorrow
In conversation: Vincent Namatjira

In conversation: Vincent Namatjira

Vincent Namatjira and MCA Curator Rebecca Ray discuss 'King Dingo' with a Q&A and viewing of the projection
Tomorrow
Life Drawing Saturday morning

Life Drawing Saturday morning

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery
Tomorrow
Paint & Play – Kids' Vivid Experience

Paint & Play – Kids' Vivid Experience

EXTENSION DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Creativity meets colour with our fun-filled Vivid kids activity.
Tomorrow
Parlingarri Amintiya Ningani Awungarra opening

Parlingarri Amintiya Ningani Awungarra opening

Celebrate the opening of ‘Parlingarri Amintiya Ningani Awungarra: Old and New at Jilamara Arts’.
Tomorrow
Personalised Trinket Bag Workshop

Personalised Trinket Bag Workshop

Upcycle a pair of old jeans into a one-of-a-kind bag decorated with your favourite things.
Tomorrow
Polymer Clay Earring and Sip Class with Pizza

Polymer Clay Earring and Sip Class with Pizza

Make up to three polymer clay earrings in this hands-on class and enjoy BYO drinks and pizza!
Tomorrow
Qigong classes - try a week free

Qigong classes - try a week free

Get an introduction to Qigong at any level of experience and fitness
Tomorrow
Silk and saffron: a journey through Cambodia and Laos

Silk and saffron: a journey through Cambodia and Laos

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.
Tomorrow
Story Fundamentals: Narrative Scene and Summary

Story Fundamentals: Narrative Scene and Summary

This course with Eleanor Limprecht looks at writing scene and summary in your narrative.
Tomorrow
Tequila tasting comedy

Tequila tasting comedy

Laugh and tickle your tastebuds as you dive into the vibrant world of smooth tequila and smoky mezcal
Tomorrow
The Notebook Club: creative workshop

The Notebook Club: creative workshop

Where members of the community come together in creative communion to journey through the mindful practice of notemaking
Tomorrow
Tote Bag Heat Press Station

Tote Bag Heat Press Station

Get creative with South Eveleigh's custom tote bag station!
Tomorrow
Weekly art classes for children

Weekly art classes for children

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Tomorrow
Kids at the Con: Term 2

Kids at the Con: Term 2

Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
Tomorrow
Beekeeping

Beekeeping

Get intimate with thousands of bees at an apiary tour and beehive inspection
25 May 2025
Creative Japanese sweets workshop – Autumn Wagashi

Creative Japanese sweets workshop – Autumn Wagashi

Craft exquisite Japanese sweets. Learn traditional techniques and take home your own creations
25 May 2025
Life Drawing with a Drag Queen Workshop

Life Drawing with a Drag Queen Workshop

Join Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, at this fun life drawing workshop!
25 May 2025
Soapbox orators in The Domain

Soapbox orators in The Domain

Sit in a chair in a beautiful park and argue with the ratbags, or get on a ladder and be one
25 May 2025
Crochet social group

Crochet social group

For advanced beginners to intermediate level enthusiasts
26 May 2025
Pilates lunchtime class

Pilates lunchtime class

Increase core strength, improve posture, and prevent injuries in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience.
26 May 2025
Cut X Paste - Erskineville

Cut X Paste - Erskineville

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.
26 May 2025
Evening Wildlife Drawing Class

Evening Wildlife Drawing Class

Unwind after work and connect with like-minded people through the joy of drawing
26 May 2025
Introduction to life drawing

Introduction to life drawing

Join teacher Anne Kwasner for four fun evenings exploring the joys of drawing from the live model
26 May 2025
The World Of Will Workshops

The World Of Will Workshops

Introductory Shakespeare workshops for primary years 5 & 6
26 May 2025
Voice & Dialect Classes

Voice & Dialect Classes

Voice & Dialect Classes to master your voice on screen & stage.
26 May 2025
Crochet class

Crochet class

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project
27 May 2025
Morning tai chi class

Morning tai chi class

Balance your mind and body in this free 1-hour classes for all levels of experience
27 May 2025
Sewing and mending workshop

Sewing and mending workshop

Bring in new sewing projects or learn the to recycle and upcycle preloved items
27 May 2025
2025 Fiona Wain Oration

2025 Fiona Wain Oration

The 2025 Fiona Wain Oration, hosted by the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia
27 May 2025
Australia’s civil maritime capability in challenging times

Australia’s civil maritime capability in challenging times

Ms Angela Gillham, CEO, Maritime Industry Australia Limited presents this informative lecture - RUSI
27 May 2025
Ben's Book Club | 'The Community' by Christine Gregory

Ben's Book Club | 'The Community' by Christine Gregory

During this book club, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and enjoy a bookish discussion
27 May 2025
English class for seniors (Booked out)

English class for seniors (Booked out)

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners
27 May 2025
Free chair yoga and meditation beginner class

Free chair yoga and meditation beginner class

Learn to relax, meditate and live stress-free with a simple heart-based meditation practice
27 May 2025
Free Online Workshop: Time Management for Creatives

Free Online Workshop: Time Management for Creatives

Practical time management strategies specifically designed for creative practitioners and businesses.
27 May 2025
Hatha yoga lunchtime class

Hatha yoga lunchtime class

Build strength, flexibility, and connect with the breath in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience
27 May 2025
Impromptu speaking & comedy for Toastmasters & co

Impromptu speaking & comedy for Toastmasters & co

Meet new people at our public speaking & comedy event. Laugh nonstop, learn new skills, and think quickly on your feet
27 May 2025
Introduction to Classical Latin

Introduction to Classical Latin

Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course
27 May 2025
Makertime: open access 16+yrs

Makertime: open access 16+yrs

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace
27 May 2025
Social sewing sessions

Social sewing sessions

Use our sewing machines and get help with your sewing projects in these weekly group sessions.
27 May 2025
Ukulele class: Beginners to advanced

Ukulele class: Beginners to advanced

Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience
27 May 2025
Movement Classes For Acting

Movement Classes For Acting

Define your physical presence. Know how to move on stage and screen to command a character and physically tell a story
27 May 2025
In Conversation with Martha Stewart

In Conversation with Martha Stewart

The legendary Martha Stewart takes the stage at ICC Sydney for an Australian exclusive for Vivid Sydney.
28 May 2025
Power of voice with Carmella

Power of voice with Carmella

Develop vocal technique, care and preservation of the voice both in speech and in song singer Carmella Baynie
28 May 2025
Vinyasa yoga lunchtime class

Vinyasa yoga lunchtime class

Improve heart health and reduce arterial stiffness in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience
28 May 2025
Comedy class - improvisation

Comedy class - improvisation

Meet new people, gain some comedy skills and have a lot of fun
28 May 2025
Cut X Paste - Paddington

Cut X Paste - Paddington

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.
28 May 2025
Drawing Skills - 9 week course in studio

Drawing Skills - 9 week course in studio

Learn to confidently draw what you see using time tested techniques in a relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for all levels.
28 May 2025
How To Attract Coaching Clients Consistently

How To Attract Coaching Clients Consistently

Cham Tang shares the 4-step proven process to grow a coaching business (even if nobody knows you)
28 May 2025
Introduction to Ozobots, 8-11 years

Introduction to Ozobots, 8-11 years

A makerspace kits introduction workshop - Come and explore this fun and engaging session
28 May 2025
Legendary stories behind iconic art: Art Appreciation 2025

Legendary stories behind iconic art: Art Appreciation 2025

Uncover epic tales and masterworks in this year-long art lecture series. Enjoy a single lecture, or the whole year!
28 May 2025
Life Drawing on Wednesday

Life Drawing on Wednesday

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery
28 May 2025
Merchant Workshops - Financial Literacy & Digital Literacy

Merchant Workshops - Financial Literacy & Digital Literacy

If you would like to improve your financial and digital skills in order to grow your business, these workshops are free!
28 May 2025
Nature's Mysteries (Delicate Dance of Existence)

Nature's Mysteries (Delicate Dance of Existence)

A solo exhibition of paintings by Nasser Palangi exploring the mysterious world of plant life.
28 May 2025
Online: Novel Writing from Idea to Manuscript

Online: Novel Writing from Idea to Manuscript

Join Pamela Cook to learn critical skills involved in the entire novel writing process.
28 May 2025
Talk: Tracing the written line

Talk: Tracing the written line

Explore the evolution of the written word, trace its journey from hieroglyphs to the digital tools of today in this free talk with Powerhouse volunteers.
28 May 2025
Chinese painting for beginners to advanced

Chinese painting for beginners to advanced

A free weekly class for beginners, led by an experienced Mandarin speaking tutor
29 May 2025
English conversation class

English conversation class

Improve your language skills in this free weekly class for beginners
29 May 2025
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Little Artists: Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
29 May 2025
City of Sydney online book club: Sydney Writers' Festival

City of Sydney online book club: Sydney Writers' Festival

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
29 May 2025
HSC and Careers Expo

HSC and Careers Expo

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for students and jobseekers to access career, study, apprenticeship and employment opportunities.
29 May 2025
Miraculous Models 2: Andrew Southwood-Jones, Paul Donnelly

Miraculous Models 2: Andrew Southwood-Jones, Paul Donnelly

Join us for a series of interdisciplinary conversations that explore the miraculous world of models.
29 May 2025
Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country Curator Tours

Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country Curator Tours

Join exhibition co-Curator, Dr Penny Stannard for a special tour of the exhibition Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country.
29 May 2025
Sing with the Barayagal Choir

Sing with the Barayagal Choir

Come along and experience the magic as we unite in song with Barayagal Choir.
29 May 2025
Where Do Ideas Come From? Creativity Inside TIME's Cover

Where Do Ideas Come From? Creativity Inside TIME's Cover

TIME’s Creative Director D.W. Pine—the man behind over 1,000 covers—takes us inside his creative process.
29 May 2025
Bondi Bloomfest launch

Bondi Bloomfest launch

A celebration of James Joyce, his iconic novel 'Ulysses' and its connections to Australia and Waverley.
30 May 2025
Weaving with Wanita Lowe

Weaving with Wanita Lowe

To celebrate National Reconciliation Week 2025 we present an all ages weaving workshop.
30 May 2025
Jewellery taster: Make a silver ring

Jewellery taster: Make a silver ring

In this 3-hour jewellery taster class, you will create your own individually designed, beautiful sterling silver ring.
31 May 2025
DIY garden fertiliser workshop with Compostable Kate

DIY garden fertiliser workshop with Compostable Kate

Learn how to feed your garden with natural homemade brews using food waste and common household ingredients
31 May 2025
Artist Talk – Still Life: image and object

Artist Talk – Still Life: image and object

Artist talk with featured artists Hendrik Kolenberg, Sarah Ormonde, Evan Salmon and Natalie Velthuyzen
31 May 2025
Creative Photography Workshop: For Artists

Creative Photography Workshop: For Artists

A hands-on photo workshop for artists to professionally capture and showcase their work
31 May 2025
Curated Contemporary: Art Walk Rushcutters Bay

Curated Contemporary: Art Walk Rushcutters Bay

Join us for the exclusive 'Art Walk & Wine' event on Saturday 31 May, 2-5pm. Advance tickets are strongly recommended.
31 May 2025
Fun erotic pottery class with a drag queen

Fun erotic pottery class with a drag queen

Get hands-on with this fabulously fun erotic pottery workshop using air-dry clay
31 May 2025
Kaleidoscope – Group Photography Exhibition

Kaleidoscope – Group Photography Exhibition

Three Edge Studios group photography exhibition will explore diverse perspectives through the theme of “Kaleidoscope.”
31 May 2025
South-east China: art, nature and cultural heritage

South-east China: art, nature and cultural heritage

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.
31 May 2025
Ceramics: Pet Portraits In Clay

Ceramics: Pet Portraits In Clay

Join us in a fun, creative workshop where you can sculpt your pet in clay!
1 Jun 2025
Drawing: beginners

Drawing: beginners

Unlock the secrets of drawing, through a series of short drawing exercises
1 Jun 2025
Manual Mode Made Easy workshop

Manual Mode Made Easy workshop

Learn an easy method to go from auto mode to manual mode on your camera.
1 Jun 2025
Designer Maker Meet-Ups

Designer Maker Meet-Ups

Join fellow designer makers for a lunchtime discussion and exhibition preview at ADC.
2 Jun 2025
Knitting Group at Newtown Library

Knitting Group at Newtown Library

Come join fellow knitters together at Newtown Library fortnightly on Mondays.
2 Jun 2025
Life Drawing In the Gallery

Life Drawing In the Gallery

Two hours of sketching happiness in front of inspirational live models
2 Jun 2025
Online: Writing Trauma

Online: Writing Trauma

Join Meera Atkinson for a two-week masterclass in writing trauma using creative strategies.
2 Jun 2025
Beginner Yoga Course - 4 weeks

Beginner Yoga Course - 4 weeks

This 4-week course equips students with everything they need to be informed and confident in their yoga practice.
3 Jun 2025
Business Connections Breakfast

Business Connections Breakfast

Outstanding people, professional venues and innovative networking.
3 Jun 2025
Fierce, Funny, True: Writing for Children

Fierce, Funny, True: Writing for Children

Join Lisa Shanahan learn the art of writing for children, from picture books to junior novels to middle-grade fiction.
3 Jun 2025
Free stand-up comedy class by the Sydney Comedy School

Free stand-up comedy class by the Sydney Comedy School

Join this free stand up comedy class to have fun, meet new people and improve your comedy and public speaking skills!
3 Jun 2025
Queer comedy class (improvisation)

Queer comedy class (improvisation)

Join our queer event to laugh nonstop, learn comedy, and be quicker at thinking on your feet
3 Jun 2025
Awareness Through the Body

Awareness Through the Body

A playful way to connect with body, breath and senses to support deeper self-connection.
4 Jun 2025
Deep Time

Deep Time

A conversation with scholar, filmmaker and activist Bronte Gosper, facilitated by Rachael Hocking.
4 Jun 2025
Guided ride: Central to Barangaroo - Vivid Twilight

Guided ride: Central to Barangaroo - Vivid Twilight

From sandstone to steel, from language to light, we’ll explore how riding shapes our experience of the city.
4 Jun 2025
The Garden of Time

The Garden of Time

Contemporary art exhibition by artists from Australia and the Netherlands at Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf
4 Jun 2025
An evening at the World Press Photo Exhibition with Fujifilm

An evening at the World Press Photo Exhibition with Fujifilm

Featuring a keynote talk from esteemed photojournalist Michael Coyne and immersive Fujifilm ‘Light and Lens’ Photowalk
5 Jun 2025
Climate Warriors

Climate Warriors

Time is running out, but collective climate action can still change the future.
5 Jun 2025
Law and Life: Transgender Stories

Law and Life: Transgender Stories

Law & Life: Transgender Stories hands the mic and spotlight back to trans voices
5 Jun 2025
Toshiko Oiyama: Flow

Toshiko Oiyama: Flow

For Toshiko Oiyama, drawing is a way of asking questions that cannot be answered in words.
5 Jun 2025
Coogee Lanterns Workshops and Parade June 2025

Coogee Lanterns Workshops and Parade June 2025

Celebrate the magic of the winter solstice with a lantern-making workshop
6 Jun 2025
Neon glow in the dark draw with a Drag Queen workshop

Neon glow in the dark draw with a Drag Queen workshop

Join iconic Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, for her fabulous neon drawing class
6 Jun 2025
2/4th Australian Battalion - Final Campaigns New Guinea 1945

2/4th Australian Battalion - Final Campaigns New Guinea 1945

A Public Lecture by The Hon Paul Brereton AM RFD SC for the Military History Society of New South Wales
7 Jun 2025
Explore the Glebe to Ultimo cycleway

Explore the Glebe to Ultimo cycleway

Experience a key connection making it easier for people to ride around the city.
7 Jun 2025
Improv skills for career success

Improv skills for career success

Meet new people, have fun, get better at public speaking + improve your confidence
7 Jun 2025
In conversation: Cerith Wyn Evans

In conversation: Cerith Wyn Evans

Join a discussion between the artist and the MCA's Director of Curatorial and Digital, Lara Strongman.
7 Jun 2025
POSTPONED: Grammar Essentials

POSTPONED: Grammar Essentials

Learn from Susan McKerihan how a knowledge of grammar can improve your writing.
7 Jun 2025
Silversmithing Class for Beginners: Earrings

Silversmithing Class for Beginners: Earrings

Craft your own pair of sterling silver in this hands-on Sydney workshop
7 Jun 2025
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste

Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste

Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
7 Jun 2025
An Evening with Warren Ellis

An Evening with Warren Ellis

Warren Ellis takes the stage for an intimate discussion on his life, career and commitment to animal conservation.
8 Jun 2025
Ellis Park premiere with Warren Ellis

Ellis Park premiere with Warren Ellis

A revealing and impactful doco with an in-person introduction from Warren Ellis
8 Jun 2025
Inspired:Matt Rogerson, Voyage to Heard Is. to Climb Big Ben

Inspired:Matt Rogerson, Voyage to Heard Is. to Climb Big Ben

Deadliest Catch meets Touching the Void. A Southern Ocean adventure to make the ascent of Ben Big, volcano of Heard Is.
10 Jun 2025
Awaken & Align: Energy Healing

Awaken & Align: Energy Healing

Step into a serene and transformative space designed to reconnect you with your inner wisdom and energetic flow.
10 Jun 2025
Cut X Paste - Enmore

Cut X Paste - Enmore

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.
10 Jun 2025
Words on Art and Life with Hani Abdile

Words on Art and Life with Hani Abdile

The poet reflects on fleeing civil war in Somalia to surviving life in Australian detention.
10 Jun 2025
Fungi in Botanical Art with Anna Voytsekhovich

Fungi in Botanical Art with Anna Voytsekhovich

Learn botanical art from Anna Voytsekhovich, scientist, illustrator and botanical artist.
11 Jun 2025
Guided Ride: Vivid Twilight to Firetalk

Guided Ride: Vivid Twilight to Firetalk

A twilight ride from Central Station to Barangaroo Reserve, celebrating the opening of the new Hickson Road Cycleway.
11 Jun 2025
Kintsugi for Clothing: High Tea with Mrs Woo

Kintsugi for Clothing: High Tea with Mrs Woo

Kintsugi for clothing practice to cherish and extend the life of treasured clothing by visible mending with gold thread.
11 Jun 2025
Say Our Names: Documentary and panel on identity & belonging

Say Our Names: Documentary and panel on identity & belonging

This event features the screening of a mini documentary followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion
11 Jun 2025
Echoes of Light: Our Connection Through Waterways

Echoes of Light: Our Connection Through Waterways

A First Nations exhibition focusing on the deep connections between culture, Country and water.
12 Jun 2025
Free online workshop: Pricing for creatives

Free online workshop: Pricing for creatives

A practical online workshop that covers the basics of figuring out the price point for creative work
12 Jun 2025
Remix Summit Sydney 2025 – Culture, Tech, Entrepreneurship

Remix Summit Sydney 2025 – Culture, Tech, Entrepreneurship

Remix explores the future of the creative industries, creative places, and the creative economy featuring 50+ speakers
12 Jun 2025
Stand-up comedy course

Stand-up comedy course

Master the art of storytelling, joke-writing and presenting on stage
12 Jun 2025
Beyond the Summit with Jimmy Chin

Beyond the Summit with Jimmy Chin

His first appearance in Australia, this one-night-only event will be hosted by award-winning journalist Kumi Taguchi
13 Jun 2025
The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium

The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium

Be inspired and energised by real stories and practical insights from remarkable speakers
13 Jun 2025
Hideo Kojima and George Miller in Conversation

Hideo Kojima and George Miller in Conversation

An unmissable, world exclusive in-conversation between Hideo Kojima and George Miller at Sydney Film Festival
14 Jun 2025
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
14 Jun 2025
Coil Basket Weaving Workshop

Coil Basket Weaving Workshop

Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.
14 Jun 2025
Japanese art kintsugi ceramic repair workshop

Japanese art kintsugi ceramic repair workshop

Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece
14 Jun 2025
Native Australian Skincare Workshop

Native Australian Skincare Workshop

Learn to make beautiful natural skincare featuring impressive native Australian ingredients
14 Jun 2025
Sydney Calligraphy Workshop

Sydney Calligraphy Workshop

Discover Sydney's favourite calligraphy workshops hosted at our cute cafe + studio venue in Sydney!
14 Jun 2025
Terrarium workshop

Terrarium workshop

Learn how to bring some lush greenery indoors at this workshop for beginners
14 Jun 2025
Travel talk: The magic of New York’s theatre scene

Travel talk: The magic of New York’s theatre scene

Jonathan Biggins and Joyce Morgan have a lively conversation about the enduring appeal of New York’s theatre district
14 Jun 2025
Vase arrangment workshop for everyone

Vase arrangment workshop for everyone

Master the art of a flower arrangement with gorgeous seasonal blooms
14 Jun 2025
Bush Tucker Bash

Bush Tucker Bash

Take a guided bush tucker tour around Centennial Park
15 Jun 2025
Introduction to Block Printing 16+

Introduction to Block Printing 16+

Design, carve, and print your own custom stamp in this hands-on block printing workshop for beginners.
15 Jun 2025
Sin City: Sydney Crime Stories

Sin City: Sydney Crime Stories

Visit real crime scenes from the past and hear the stories behind the crimes
15 Jun 2025
Laser cut basics: make your own rubber stamp 16+ years

Laser cut basics: make your own rubber stamp 16+ years

Create your own laser cut rubber stamp in this 3-hour interactive workshop for ages 16 and over
16 Jun 2025
Online: Edit Your Manuscript for Success

Online: Edit Your Manuscript for Success

Pamela Hewitt will walk you through the next stage of your writing journey.
16 Jun 2025
Homeschool makertime 8-12 yrs

Homeschool makertime 8-12 yrs

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D printing, laser cutting and STEM skills
17 Jun 2025
Free Online Workshop: Creatives Guide to Pitching Your Work

Free Online Workshop: Creatives Guide to Pitching Your Work

A workshop for creatives covering how to prepare and legal challenges associated with professional creative pitching.
17 Jun 2025
Material mash up: Mixed media jewellery 16+yrs

Material mash up: Mixed media jewellery 16+yrs

Join us for a hands-on workshop to transform metal, laser cut acrylic, leather and plywood into jewellery
18 Jun 2025
Come and get techie at Reginald Murphy Community Centre

Come and get techie at Reginald Murphy Community Centre

Get help with a technology question about a device or website from our City of Sydney Library team
18 Jun 2025
The State of the Free World

The State of the Free World

Dr. Michael Fullilove discusses the ‘State of the Free World,’ sharing insights on global leadership and foreign policy.
18 Jun 2025
Colourful Connections - creative beading workshop

Colourful Connections - creative beading workshop

Come join us in a fun and creative hands-on workshop for families to come together and make beaded accessories.
19 Jun 2025
Matariki

Matariki

Celebrate Matariki, the beginning of the new year in the Māori lunar calendar at Sydney Observatory
19 Jun 2025
Melinda Ham on The Lucky Ones

Melinda Ham on The Lucky Ones

Join us for an engaging talk with award-winning journalist and former foreign correspondent Melinda Ham.
19 Jun 2025
Readers - Books and Conversation with Gina Chick

Readers - Books and Conversation with Gina Chick

A monthly series with authors about their latest work, their body of work, writing process and ideas that inspire them.
19 Jun 2025
Japanese art: finding beauty in the everyday

Japanese art: finding beauty in the everyday

In this lecture series, explore new ways of seeing and appreciating Japanese art, design and culture.
20 Jun 2025
Reiki Level 1 Beginners Certification & Attunement

Reiki Level 1 Beginners Certification & Attunement

Discover Reiki: Heal Yourself, Loved Ones & Furbabies. Empowerment with Samantha Avery. Nurture Your Mind, Body & Soul!
20 Jun 2025
Jewellery Taster - Lost Wax Casting

Jewellery Taster - Lost Wax Casting

In this one-day taster class you will be introduced to lost wax casting techniques.
21 Jun 2025
Voice in Contemporary Playwriting

Voice in Contemporary Playwriting

Join Michelle Law to learn how to develop your own unique voice as a playwright.
21 Jun 2025
Introduction to Gel Plate Printing 16+yrs

Introduction to Gel Plate Printing 16+yrs

Learn to create bold, layered prints using gel plates, image resist, and cut-out images from magazines.
22 Jun 2025
Yoga Day - Sydney

Yoga Day - Sydney

A yoga festival - 5 classes every hour + 2 all-day dedicated meditation rooms + a wellness marketplace
22 Jun 2025
Stand-Up Comedy Course + Perform (4 weeks)

Stand-Up Comedy Course + Perform (4 weeks)

An in-depth course in stand-up comedy course where you will build you stage presence and then perform in a comedy show!
23 Jun 2025
Comedy class for women (improvisation)

Comedy class for women (improvisation)

Come along to our women-only event to laugh nonstop, make new mates and learn comedy
24 Jun 2025
Free in-person workshop: Creative's guide to Social Media

Free in-person workshop: Creative's guide to Social Media

A beginner’s guide for creatives who want to engage an audience and master the social platforms they choose
24 Jun 2025
Free Online Workshop: Creative's Guide to Branding

Free Online Workshop: Creative's Guide to Branding

Learn about personal and professional branding with specific focus on the arts and creative industries
24 Jun 2025
City of Sydney Online Book Club: Pride

City of Sydney Online Book Club: Pride

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.
26 Jun 2025
Craft & Quilt Fair Sydney

Craft & Quilt Fair Sydney

Join us at Australia’s premier craft event the Craft & Quilt Fair!
26 Jun 2025
Finding the history of a house

Finding the history of a house

Get started on the basics of researching the house you live in, or a house from your family's history.
26 Jun 2025
Public speaking course

Public speaking course

Deep dive into how you can present more effectively
26 Jun 2025
The Drawing Collective: Fenestration

The Drawing Collective: Fenestration

Fenestration presents abstract drawings from The Drawing Collective, a global cohort of 35+ artist-drawers.
26 Jun 2025
Western Sydney Careers Expo

Western Sydney Careers Expo

A ‘one-stop-shop’ for students and jobseekers to access career, study, apprenticeship and employment opportunities.
26 Jun 2025
The Great Deception

The Great Deception

What if the world you know is only the mind’s mirage – never the thing itself?
26 Jun 2025
Compost and worm farm basics

Compost and worm farm basics

Learn how to turn your organic waste into something special for your garden or pot plants
28 Jun 2025
ArtExploreCreate

ArtExploreCreate

Experiment with some accessible printmaking techniques using items from your home!
28 Jun 2025
Awakin

Awakin

A transformative two-day event bringing together experts in the fields of spirituality, holistic medicine, and personal growth.
28 Jun 2025
Creative Toolbox Symposium

Creative Toolbox Symposium

Inner West Council presents Creative Toolbox – a three-day symposium for artists and creative professionals.
28 Jun 2025
Embroidery Moth Sampler

Embroidery Moth Sampler

Join artist Vita Cochran for an embroidery workshop that celebrates a beautiful nocturnal insect. The moth.
28 Jun 2025
Paint & Sip Paint Your Own Tarot Card

Paint & Sip Paint Your Own Tarot Card

A brush in one hand, a tarot card in the other, and a whole lot of magic in the middle.
28 Jun 2025
Travel talk: Sicilian odyssey

Travel talk: Sicilian odyssey

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history
28 Jun 2025
Writing Visually for Comics and Graphic Novels

Writing Visually for Comics and Graphic Novels

Join Christof Bogacs to learn how to communicate complex visuals ideas through comic script.
28 Jun 2025
Complete Reiki Training; Levels 1, 2 and Master

Complete Reiki Training; Levels 1, 2 and Master

Learn Reiki Energy Healing to release stress, support the immune system and promote self-healing. No experience needed
1 Jul 2025
Lets Print It!

Lets Print It!

An experimental collaborative workshop printing with found materials to produce a personalised artbook!
5 Jul 2025
Preparing for Publication: Tools for the Debut Author

Preparing for Publication: Tools for the Debut Author

Join Amy Hutton to learn how to be your own publicist, marketer and social media manager as an author.
5 Jul 2025
Wax Carving for Gemstones

Wax Carving for Gemstones

Carve a ring to include a bezel setting for faceted and cabochon stones.
5 Jul 2025
AI Leadership in Communications

AI Leadership in Communications

Learn how to lead AI implementation with confidence, clarity and impact in the modern communications landscape.
9 Jul 2025
Soul dance with Taline - 2nd Birthday celebration!

Soul dance with Taline - 2nd Birthday celebration!

Join us for a transformative dance experience that will inspire you to let go, move with freedom and express your soul!
11 Jul 2025
Sand Casting for Jewellery

Sand Casting for Jewellery

This class offers a detailed approach to learning the fundamentals of sand casting for jewellery & small-scale sculpture
12 Jul 2025