Talks, courses & workshops

The book’s editors and authors will introduce Mediterranean Collections in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand: Perspectives from Afar

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

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

Suitable for crafters of all levels to come together and create projects

Come for help to solve your digital problems

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us 

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

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

Join our vibrant community work spaces at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

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

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

A tantalising glimpse into the art and mind of Anna Glynn.

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

A group art exhibition showcasing Berlin-based artists from around the globe

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

An exhibition paying homage to the architectural forms and easy-going lifestyle of the urban coastal landscape.

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

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

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

Sculptures blossom from the ground like ancient relics newly encountered in this solo exhibition by artist Juz Kitson.

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

Life Drawing with professional models and an amazing creative atmosphere every Wed/Thur/Fri/Sat/Sun.

An afternoon of empowerment & insight

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

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

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

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

"Cultural Baggage" art exhibition explores memory and meaning in the overlooked remnants of everyday consumer life.

See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year

It's never too late to learn

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

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

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

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

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

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

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

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

Dive into the secrets of pearls

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

Learn how to create your own stunning artworks at Reverse Garbage

An in-depth face-to-face conversation with artist Jian Guo.

Join a class that will delight the senses

EXTENSION DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Creativity meets colour with our fun-filled Vivid kids activity.

Celebrate the opening of ‘Parlingarri Amintiya Ningani Awungarra: Old and New at Jilamara Arts’.

Upcycle a pair of old jeans into a one-of-a-kind bag decorated with your favourite things.

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

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

Learn classical and contemporary sculpture techniques in a fully equipped studio

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.

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

Where members of the community come together in creative communion to journey through the mindful practice of notemaking

Get creative with South Eveleigh's custom tote bag station!

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages

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

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

Craft exquisite Japanese sweets. Learn traditional techniques and take home your own creations

Get the skills and confidence to ride on Sydney streets

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

Join Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, at this fun life drawing workshop!

Learn to draw the figure

Green up your life

Still life acrylic painting workshop for beginners

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

Capture Vivid Sydney from a unique and unbeatable vantage point

For advanced beginners to intermediate level enthusiasts

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

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

IT support for computer, tablets and mobile phones

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.

Unwind after work and connect with like-minded people through the joy of drawing

Reconnect to kinship and learn practical skills for positive change

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

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Introductory Shakespeare workshops for primary years 5 & 6

Dive into watercolours with this compact 5 week course

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

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

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

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

Emma Sparrow, founder and director, Sparo Studios

How to sleep more deeply for a longer, healthier life

The 2025 Fiona Wain Oration, hosted by the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia

Presented by Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM.

Ms Angela Gillham, CEO, Maritime Industry Australia Limited presents this informative lecture - RUSI

During this book club, guests will have the opportunity to ask questions and enjoy a bookish discussion

Come along to our creative art workshops specially designed for seniors.

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

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

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

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

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

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

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

Classes in Rushcutters Bay

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

Dive into the world of professional audio production

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

Explore movement, feeling and creativity

The legendary Martha Stewart takes the stage at ICC Sydney for an Australian exclusive for Vivid Sydney.

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

Free classes facilitated by Asahi Takahasi.

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

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

Learn to create with words

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.

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

Join this friendly 10 week course

Cham Tang shares the 4-step proven process to grow a coaching business (even if nobody knows you)

A makerspace kits introduction workshop - Come and explore this fun and engaging session

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

If you would like to improve your financial and digital skills in order to grow your business, these workshops are free!

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.

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.

A free weekly class for beginners, led by an experienced Mandarin speaking tutor

Learn to DJ with Nick Toth

Improve your language skills in this free weekly class for beginners

Little Artists: Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years

Discover the joy of singing

Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.

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

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.

Join us for a series of interdisciplinary conversations that explore the miraculous world of models.

A monthly book discussion group on social and political issues

Create a fun, quirky piece you will cherish for years to come!

Conducted by sculptor Richard Byrnes in a fully equipped studio.

Join exhibition co-Curator, Dr Penny Stannard for a special tour of the exhibition Seeing Sydney, Knowing Country.

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

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

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

A celebration of James Joyce, his iconic novel 'Ulysses' and its connections to Australia and Waverley.

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

In this 3-hour jewellery taster class, you will create your own individually designed, beautiful sterling silver ring.

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

Access your authentic voice in words, make great connections

Artist talk with featured artists Hendrik Kolenberg, Sarah Ormonde, Evan Salmon and Natalie Velthuyzen

Create a set of three lovely air dry clay pieces to take home

A hands-on photo workshop for artists to professionally capture and showcase their work

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

Get hands-on with this fabulously fun erotic pottery workshop using air-dry clay

Free guided ride - Ride to the cove

Three Edge Studios group photography exhibition will explore diverse perspectives through the theme of “Kaleidoscope.”

First solo exhibition of Marlene Antico OAM, now in her 80th year.

Free taster dance classes for all levels

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

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

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

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

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

Come join fellow knitters together at Newtown Library fortnightly on Mondays.

Two hours of sketching happiness in front of inspirational live models

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

Join us for a magical night walk through Sydney's Western CBD

Discover what the night sky teaches you

Discover the joy of art at our monthly creative workshop

Bree Wailes, Founder, Salesoda

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

This 4-week course equips students with everything they need to be informed and confident in their yoga practice.

Outstanding people, professional venues and innovative networking.

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

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

Informative talk about services the hub provides

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

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

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

From sandstone to steel, from language to light, we’ll explore how riding shapes our experience of the city.

Come along and join this reading group twice a month

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

Featuring a keynote talk from esteemed photojournalist Michael Coyne and immersive Fujifilm ‘Light and Lens’ Photowalk

Time is running out, but collective climate action can still change the future.

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

Law & Life: Transgender Stories hands the mic and spotlight back to trans voices

Beginners class at Glebe

For Toshiko Oiyama, drawing is a way of asking questions that cannot be answered in words.

Epic contemporary environments of light and sound

Celebrate the magic of the winter solstice with a lantern-making workshop

Join iconic Sydney drag queen, The Fabulous Wonder Mama, for her fabulous neon drawing class

A Public Lecture by The Hon Paul Brereton AM RFD SC for the Military History Society of New South Wales

Join our Trauma-Informed Yoga Training

Experience a key connection making it easier for people to ride around the city.

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

Join a discussion between the artist and the MCA's Director of Curatorial and Digital, Lara Strongman.

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

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

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

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

Create Your Own Nuno-Felted Artwork!

Learn how to paint flowers using acrylics in this 2.5-hour Sunday morning workshop

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.

Step into a serene and transformative space designed to reconnect you with your inner wisdom and energetic flow.

A casual collage meet up for collage artists and the collage curious.

The poet reflects on fleeing civil war in Somalia to surviving life in Australian detention.

Learn botanical art from Anna Voytsekhovich, scientist, illustrator and botanical artist.

A twilight ride from Central Station to Barangaroo Reserve, celebrating the opening of the new Hickson Road Cycleway.

Kintsugi for clothing practice to cherish and extend the life of treasured clothing by visible mending with gold thread.

Don’t miss this exclusive public talk presented by Dr John Demartini

This event features the screening of a mini documentary followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion

A landmark exhibition spotlighting Chinese-Australian artists and the Archibald Prize.

A Connect Sydney workshop

A First Nations exhibition focusing on the deep connections between culture, Country and water.

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

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

Join Powerhouse Museum volunteers as we unravel the rich and surprising world of fabrics.

A HSC Symposium Series event

His first appearance in Australia, this one-night-only event will be hosted by award-winning journalist Kumi Taguchi

Spend a day filled with blooms

Normalising death literacy and end of life planning.

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

Grow your own produce on a balcony, courtyard or small space.

An unmissable, world exclusive in-conversation between Hideo Kojima and George Miller at Sydney Film Festival

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

Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.

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

Learn practical mending skills while embracing creativity and sustainability.

Learn to make beautiful natural skincare featuring impressive native Australian ingredients

Guided City Retreat

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

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

Jonathan Biggins and Joyce Morgan have a lively conversation about the enduring appeal of New York’s theatre district

Master the art of a flower arrangement with gorgeous seasonal blooms

A fun, hands-on craft session

Take a guided bush tucker tour around Centennial Park

Design, carve, and print your own custom stamp in this hands-on block printing workshop for beginners.

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

Visit real crime scenes from the past and hear the stories behind the crimes

Create your own laser cut rubber stamp in this 3-hour interactive workshop for ages 16 and over

Learn to play bridge in 6 weeks

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

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

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

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

For the joy of socialising, self-improvement and/or continuous learning. 

Join us for a hands-on workshop to transform metal, laser cut acrylic, leather and plywood into jewellery

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

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

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

Celebrate Matariki, the beginning of the new year in the Māori lunar calendar at Sydney Observatory

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.

In this lecture series, explore new ways of seeing and appreciating Japanese art, design and culture.

Join student council representatives from local high schools for pancakes

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

In this one-day taster class you will be introduced to lost wax casting techniques.

Advanced energy healing course

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

Learn to create bold, layered prints using gel plates, image resist, and cut-out images from magazines.

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

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

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

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

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

The monthly book club of The Politically Incorrect Book Club

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

Join us at Australia’s premier craft event the Craft & Quilt Fair!

Get started on the basics of researching the house you live in, or a house from your family's history.

Deep dive into how you can present more effectively

Fenestration presents abstract drawings from The Drawing Collective, a global cohort of 35+ artist-drawers.

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

What if the world you know is only the mind’s mirage – never the thing itself?

Advanced master course in energy healing

Learn how to turn your organic waste into something special for your garden or pot plants

Experiment with some accessible printmaking techniques using items from your home!

A transformative two-day event bringing together experts in the fields of spirituality, holistic medicine, and personal growth.

Inner West Council presents Creative Toolbox – a three-day symposium for artists and creative professionals.

Join artist Vita Cochran for an embroidery workshop that celebrates a beautiful nocturnal insect. The moth.

Design your own tiny house!

A brush in one hand, a tarot card in the other, and a whole lot of magic in the middle.

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

Join Christof Bogacs to learn how to communicate complex visuals ideas through comic script.

Transform the sound of your choir

An introduction to watercolours and botanical art for adults

NAIDOC Week: Connect with Country with Uncle Jimmy Smith

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

From the original dream to the harsh realities and impressions left along the way.

A pivotal event in the 2025 Sydney Eisteddfod calendar

Make a one of a kind brooch or hair piece

An experimental collaborative workshop printing with found materials to produce a personalised artbook!

Develop your creative Smartphone photography skills while exploring Balmain

Join Amy Hutton to learn how to be your own publicist, marketer and social media manager as an author.

Carve a ring to include a bezel setting for faceted and cabochon stones.

Tailored for people with lower confidence and experience

Discover the joy of portrait painting in our 4-hour Sunday workshop

Learn how to lead AI implementation with confidence, clarity and impact in the modern communications landscape.

Join us for a transformative dance experience that will inspire you to let go, move with freedom and express your soul!

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