Events

A sexed-up Vatican tragedy that's also funny... Amen!

PJ Lane brings his father’s legacy to the stage in “I Love Your Faces: The Don Lane Story”

An ever-relevant ecological horror story

A solo exhibition where layers of thought, emotion and awareness spill across canvas

Journey to the past.

Australia’s most engaging art event

Art without Boundaries

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

The world’s #1 musical is now playing at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney.

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

The biggest LEGO Fan event in NSW - raising funds in partnership with Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation

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

Train and get fit while exploring The Rocks. It's a win-win!

Tumbalong Park will come alive with 23 nights of free music during Vivid Sydney.

Open every night of Vivid Sydney the Vivid Fire Kitchen is a dining hub with open-fire cooking, food vendors + more.

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Part of Vivid Sydney 2026, a bold vision of Oceanic futurism by Sāmoan/Australian artist Angela Tiatia

Sydney's best LEGO fan event

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Through intimate guided tours, we tell the stories of everyday families who helped shape Sydney.

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

An artistic response to the Bondi Beach terror attack

Make a ring in this 2.5-hour introductory jewellery workshop

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

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

Social indoor volleyball competitions

Hands-on resin workshop in Marrickville. Create 3–4 pieces to take home. No experience needed. All materials provided.

Climb during Vivid Sydney and see Sydney sparkle from the Summit!

Our largest Vivid Sydney program to date, celebrating Indigenous artforms and storytelling.

Explore a universe of light in this immersive, awe-inspiring and interactive adventure for young children.

Start your Sunday the right way with a free stretch and flex yoga session

The Rodric White Quartet feat. Ralph Pyl perform the music of Chet Baker and Bill Evans

A free festival of contemporary art, ideas and unforgettable experiences.

A limited-time rooftop experience celebrating bold Mexican flavours, Don Julio tequila and Sydney Harbour views.

Build skill, confidence and presence with The Actors Co.

Unleash your child's creativity!

Casual sketching, painting, and creating at the water's edge.

A narrative driven walking tour of Sydney's CBD for locals and tourists

A one-night outdoor celebration of Blak music, culture and community

This weekend Barangaroo comes alive with culture, community, and celebration.

We are your Pitt-Stop. Discover dining, entertainment, sampling, and exclusive Westfield member offers.

Discover the stories behind the art with our daily Rememory Art Tours.

Explore works in the 2026 Biennale of Sydney with University of Sydney art and art history students

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

A selection of sweet and savoury favourites, fresh scones and chocolate-led creations.

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Spectacular arrives at the Entertainment Quarter in 2026

An extraordinary fusion of world-class circus and show-stopping musical performance

Patina and Season pres: Communal Āsana and Somatic Vocal Workshop with Aarti Jadu.

Women’s coolamon workshop celebrating culture, clay play, music and snacks — heartfelt space of resilience and story.

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Chase your running goals while exploring Darling Harbour, totally free!

The con is on.

Brush off the week with a fun drawing workshop hosted by The Fabulous Wonder Mama

Learn how to play the drums in a variety of styles

Inspired by tabletop roleplaying games, and informed by First Nations cultural ideology, an immersive, free adventure.

Artspace presents Event Horizon by renowned Australian conceptual artist Michaela Gleave

Biennale of Sydney: Picking Up The Pieces – First Nations History Tours, The Block

Manage stress, remove troubling thoughts and emotions, and find long-lasting happiness with heartfulness meditation

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience

This writing workshop will help you make your short stories stand out!

An afternoon of Greek feasting at live Jazz

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

Discover the personal stories, stunning Art Deco architecture and commemorative symbolism behind the Anzac Memorial.

Learn to deepen your musical skill and passions through guitar with our music and singing short courses in Sydney!

What's a woman looking for love to do in the 21st century?

High Tides: Yuki Kihara and Morgan Hogg

Matcha, Makers & Mazesoba

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

To coincide with Vivid Sydney, ART+ Gallery presents Resinate, a new exhibition by contemporary artist Jeremy Kay

The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment

Come and craft beautiful kokedama plant balls in Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse makerspace!

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Academy Award-winning film, ‘La La Land’, in a live-to-film concert experience.

An international cirque-cabaret from the creators of Blanc de Blanc

You're invited to take the next step into becoming a Reiki Level 2 practitioner at Curated Energies

What's better than spending your Sunday afternoon life drawing?

A glimpse of daily life through the eyes of young Sydneysiders aged 5 to 12

Live on the Shady Pines stage every Thursday and Sunday

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

Artists from diverse clan groups tell the story of Milingimbi art

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

For families, foodies and anyone who loves supporting local farmers

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

Memory Lane Markets at The White Bay Power Station

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

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

Join artist and teacher Monika Scarrabelotti for five evenings of life modelling in clay

Acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller’s classic play. Starring Bryan Cranston, directed by Ivo van Hove.

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

Free Bacon & Egg Rolls, Live Music, $12 Cocktails and more.

Step into a world of enchantment under the starry skies of Vivid Sydney with Night Picnic Under the Bridge!

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

The Foodie Hotspot Worth Visiting

Author Emma Darragh will provide feedback on your story, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.

Sarah Malik will provide feedback on your essay/non-fiction work, enabling you to hone your skills over three months

Bronwyn Lea will provide feedback on your poetry, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.

In this online course, author Anne Gracie will provide feedback on your romantic fiction.

In this lively online writing course, Maggie Hamilton will take you through the art of writing for mind, body and spirit

Nick Earls will focus on key aspects of short-fiction, and how to make choices that deliver compelling short stories.

Create a beautiful still life botanical painting using acrylics in a relaxed 2.5-hour Sunday morning workshop

A Selection of paintings from the 1980s to the present

Learn to play the piano with us!

An Australian premiere of epic emotional power.

Draw a unique artwork using Oil Pastels in this fun draw and sip workshop

Discover the fundamentals of printmaking in this 5-week introductory course

Join our infamous Rainforest Terrarium Workshop! at Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse in Glebe.

An exhibition of urban landscape paintings

Join this architecture walk which explores the transformation and changing landscape of Redfern's built environment

Advanced master course in energy healing

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

5 days of dance workshops and parties

Saving lives. Sending aid. Swiping right. Just another day at SAVIOR International.

Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy workout

Savour our Signature Afternoon Tea, inspired by Victorian elegance era

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

Legendary Sydney DJ Stephen Ferris leads a night of new and old gems of disco

Tired of endless swiping? Want to actually connect with one other in a fun, intentional, low-pressure space?

Learn the beautiful technique of star setting across four days over two weekends — our newest stone setting workshop.

Build your own miniature succulent ecosystem in an inner city jungle collab hub in Glebe.

Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches

Don’t miss the beauty of our our latest masterpiece

140+ artists, 26 concerts, 6 concert venues, in one world class location!

Sydney's most affordable large-scale music festival

Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city

Dine your way around Sydney Opera House

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.

Drop by UTS during Reconciliation Week and watch episodes from the incredible series 'The First Inventors'.

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

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

The Pirates of Penzance or The Slave of Duty. Five Actors. Every Role.

The Rocks Markets will be illuminated for Vivid Sydney, with a night picnic, drinks, music and delicious eats!

Harper Lee’s classic comes alive on stage in a story of prejudice, compassion and the fight for justice.

Tootsie makes its Australian premiere in Sydney

Transmedia Worldbuilding Residency Exhibition

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.

Festival of Light

Take in Sydney’s most iconic Vivid views with a luminous cocktail in hand, high above the harbour.

Experience Vivid Sydney from the harbour’s edge at Cruise Bar & Restaurant.

The Fullerton Hotel Sydney Vivid Inspired Dessert - The GPO

Lights, Dining & FREE Parking — Your Relaxed Vivid Sydney Experience

Join us onboard our 3-Level Cruiser Winter Wonderland series of for Vivid Light Festival in Sydney Harbour

Clearview Glass Boat Vivid Sydney cruises offer the best views of Vivid Lights paired with a premium dining experience!

Experience the Vivid Lights Festival on the iconic Sydney Showboat with a 3-course dinner, live cabaret & harbour views.

Vivid Sydney cruises are back and they’re better than ever. Experience Vivid Lights in the best way – book now!

Vivid Sydney lights official on-water dining experiences

The quintessential Vivid Sydney gourmet food and wine experience on Sydney Harbour.

Experience VIVID Sydney from the Harbour

Vivid Sydney Lights & Drone Show Cruise from Manly

Quality Australian food, live entertainment and a premium, yet relaxed setting

Sunset Dining to Dazzle the Senses

History becomes opera in Wael Shawky’s globally acclaimed work ‘Drama 1882’.

See humpback whales jump off the water during their migration

The best Winter Sunday Roast in Sydney, as voted by you

An interactive adventure for young children and their families, presented by Vivid Sydney.

Our 3rd year for our yoga festival - 5 classes every hour + all-day dedicated meditation room + a wellness marketplace

Join us at Sydney’s Inner City jungle makerspace and learn how to care for your indoor plants with confidence!

Explore Sydney’s hidden laneways in a series of fun cryptic clues with Adventure Cues

Explore Australia's most historic area the fun way in a series of fun cryptic clues

Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music

At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.

Free 10-week gentle, empowering karate-based program

Learn to express yourself musically through guitar with our short music courses in Sydney

Join us for an amazing selection of talented artists and musicians every Sunday afternoon

In this online writing course, author Jemima Shafei-Ongu will provide feedback on your writing for children.

An exhibition by students, helping to create a healing environment in hospitals through the power of art.

Enter a sensory landscape of oil and acrylic

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

14 artist-led projects, from foghorn orchestras and oyster shucking to printmaking, dance and hands-on workshops

A concert of contemporary, contemplative song conducted by Georgina Andrews

Four artists creating paintings, mosaics and ceramics

Uninterrupted views of the city’s most iconic light installations and illuminated landmarks

Self-guided scavenger hunt

The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day

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

Dine above the harbour as Sydney sparkles in a kaleidoscope of colour for Vivid Sydney.

Vivid Sydney Star-Bound Drone Show Cruise

Vivid Sydney Official Vivid Light Cruises

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.

Hit the court and keep fit

Social, casual drop-in, all levels welcome.

Play for social and corporate teams, at lunchtime and after business hours

A floor-based workout that focuses on correct body alignment, core strength and stability

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

A 1 hour class suitable for all levels

Knit, crochet, paint or draw with like-minded people

Social indoor volleyball competitions at Perry Park Recreation Centre

Mondays nights at Foys Kirribilli - live music, food, drinks & Argentinian vibe

SOFT CENTRE and Brand X present Video Art & Sound Design Workshop by Passive Kneeling and *ssx.

Explore art, express yourself and connect.

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Birchgrove After School French Club on Mondays 3-5pm for lots of fun, learning and discovery

Boost your cardio fitness with beginner boxing!

A vibrant exhibition celebrating social housing residents, sharing lived stories of home, community, culture and country

Play one of the fastest growing sports in Australia

Yoga movements have been adapted to be performed while seated in a chair.

Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library

Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

Have you always wanted to paint but haven’t known where to start?

Art2Muse is proud to present Olivier Rasir's exhibition

An exhibition of paintings and drawing from the students of Yvonne East

Learn to paint expressively with an individual approach while increasing your knowledge and understanding.

This free service is provided by Chinese Australian Services Society (CASS) trained volunteers and caseworkers.

Discover the fun and energy of salsa with our Monday and Wednesday night classes in Woolloomooloo!

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington

Ready to take your drawing skills to the next level?

Join our supportive community to gather in stillness, release, reflect & reconnect. All ages welcome.

Low intensity guided movement techniques to improve your balance, strength, coordination and movement

A knowledge exchange with Uncle Jimmy Smith focusing on the connection to Land, Water and Sky.

Learn this empowering style focused on confidence, posture, strong lines and fluid movement in heels.

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

Free weekly music production sessions for young people (15-26). Professional studio, mentorship & safe creative space.

Sydney’s best, biggest & longest-running comedy battle!

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Vaucluse

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Take your first steps into Spanish reading with short, simple texts.

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

Learn the fundamentals of music production using Logic Pro X

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

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

Stay active and have fun

Learn how to play the ukulele, hulusi and erhu in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers

Make 2026 the year you finally write that book in this course from author Amy Lovat.

Gym and fitness activities

Join us every Monday for an inspiring Poetry Open Mic night! Read your original poetry and sell your work here

Sydney’s Queer Arts & Culture Festival is ready to PAINT THE PRECINCT PURPLE for Pride Fest

Six filmmakers race across 10 countries in 100 days, crafting bold films – only one will rise above the rest.

Learn the most popular latin dance in the world! Meet new people, make new friends and learn how to dance Salsa

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

Start your sewing journey with with this comprehensive course for complete beginners

Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Get creative with developing and critiquing sketches, pulling them apart and writing your own!

Come join fellow knitters together at Newtown Library fortnightly on Mondays

The Older Women’s Network presents a strength and balance program, which supports mobility for older people.

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Nights are Magical in the heart of the City. Join us as we photographically explore Sydney with Cameras and Smartphones

Sydney Pride Festival 2026, 1 - 30 June

Free, equipment provided

A free and active vibrant community for runners of all skill levels.

The class to get you on track for a life of song

Learn to use the potter’s wheel to create simple, elegant ceramic forms in this hands-on eight-week course.

Immerse yourself in the luminous world of watercolour.

A solo presentation of significant ceramic installations by Yasmin Smith.

For all ages and levels of fitness

Join our activities for high school students, ages 13 to 18

Get fit, make friends and have fun in this weekly class suitable for beginners and older adults.

Bringing together researchers, health professionals, policy makers and people living with dementia

This course presents a unique approach to understanding and applying colour

Make your very own quirky sock puppet in this fun, creative workshop suitable for kids and adults!

Develop your drawing skills and unleash your creativity in structured, live online classes led by Rachel Fairfax.

A unique opportunity for teenagers to learn the craft of acting for stage and screen.

Singing classes for adults

Australia's first and only national yoga program for first responders, emergency services and military veterans

Learn dance steps to enjoy the many top dance songs of all time

Mental health peer support for LGBTQIA+ Communities and Allies

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

No experience is needed to join this free singing and theory class

Order your lunch and make new friends at the Cliff Noble Community Centre

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

The museum will transform into a vibrant harbour-side meeting place for one luminous night during Vivid Sydney.

Empower . Yarn . Connect

Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.

Weekly yoga class for mind, body & spirit - all welcome

Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on

For all fitness levels

When’s the last time you listened to a whole album from start to finish?

A fun, water‑based workout at Gunyama Park Aquatic & Recreation Centre

Discover the joy of art at our monthly creative workshop

Bachata is a popular Latin dance focusing on smooth footwork, body movement, and strong partner connection worldwide.

25th Biennale of Sydney Low Sensory Sessions – White Bay Power Station

Learn from Cate Kemp, small business accounting expert

Looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay active and meet new people?

Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the Library!

Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library

Got a burning tech question? Get 1:1 tech help at the library

Learn to create with words

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

Catch up with friends and make new ones.

Stay active, connect and celebrate culture through dance!

Activate your senses at Dream Feast, a dining experience where food, music, moving image and history come together

Join a comprehensive, foundation course in figure drawing to develop your technical skills.

Employment support for Mob

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

Weekly trivia with Artie Gallagher

We’re talking to pedestrians and riders about respecting each other’s journey

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Beach

Improve physical flexibility and strength in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere

Build flexibility and strength. All levels welcome

Practise connecting the mind with the body and our breath

In her gripping novel Over to You, Georgie Tunny rips back the glossy curtain on television news

Crossing Lake Baikal on foot, Gina Johansen shares stories from solo ski expeditions and adventures in the wild Arctic

Learn about and access the services and support you need to live well and independently

Leadership in an AI-shaped workforce – a panel discussion

This experience shares stories of language, culture, and belonging.

Learn how to draw and design your jewellery pieces with us