Events

Step into Nespresso’s Cloud World for immersive coffee tastings and exclusive creations by Maybe Sammy mixologists

This show features work by 23 printmakers

The biggest party to hit Mount Olympus since 500 BC is back, and the gods are ready to raise hell!

Stargazing with an astronomer, using a cutting-edge, Sydney-exclusive optical eyepiece, at Centennial Park.

A hands-on school holiday sculpture workshop for ages 5–12!

Bringing together a curated selection of local ceramic artists and makers

A site-specific exhibition that transforms the street-facing vitrine into an oversized toy box for everyone.

Picture perfect glimpses of Australian Life - take a stroll through the finalists of the $10,000 photographic prize

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

Explore behind-the-scenes film-making magic of the world of Harry Potter like never before.

The ultimate day out for a cause - walk or run to help end childhood cancer

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

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

Immerse yourself in a powerful series of exhibitions, installations and digital experiences.

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

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

A free interactive sports program that provides an opportunity to learn about Australian culture through sport

Part singalong, part piano bar, all party!

Tailored for people with lower confidence and experience

A definitive picture of great Australian photographer Max Dupain is revealed in this landmark retrospective.

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

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

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

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

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

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

Self-guided scavenger hunt

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

Works by 30 plus artists developed through Brooch Club

Playwright Eloise Snape delivers a whirlwind of laughs and truth bombs in this no-fluff office satire.

Four emerging artists celebrate life's connections through printmaking and painting

A Celebration of Global Speculative Cinema

Belvoir presents A Room with A View, written by E.M. Forster, adapted by Grace Chapple, directed by Hannah Goodwin

Unleash your child's creativity!

One of the world’s most influential contemporary artists calls for peace with a monumental new installation

If you only see one show this fringe, make sure this is the one!

Andy Ewing: Ancestor Spirits and Kirthana Selvaraj: In the Half Light

An exhibition presenting 20 culturally diverse, internationally recognised women artists based in Australia

And This Is Where We Land

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

Celebrating the best of the next generation of artists

Artisan Crafts: Archival Woodblock Prints Reimagined

An activated exhibition and retail event shaped by a curated cohort of contemporary makers working across craft and design

Experience the beauty of nature through 100 stunning images. A South Australian Museum exhibition

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

It's our story to be told.

Basketry Looping Workshop

Make stretch clothes in our six-week absolute beginners sewing course.

Embroidery workshop led by textile artist Amy Jones

A complimentary one-hour session on breathwork and meditation on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

A splurge-filled musical adventure for the whole family, bursting with laughs, music, dancing and mayhem

Market City is inviting Sydneysiders to celebrate under the glow of lanterns in the heart of Chinatown

Ceramic Business District

Fall down the rabbit hole and into a spectacular new world…

Conversations Through Jewellery: Works by the UNSW Art & Design Jewellery Community

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Fabulous affordable art for sale

Immersive Experiences For Young Explorers (and Their Grown-Up Sidekicks)

Enjoy a free outdoor community practice combining gentle exercises & meditation next to the Sydney Harbour.

2-for-1 entry to Bloodsuckers, plus workshops, family films, after-hours fun and hands-on science at AM.

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

A Festival For Curious Minds

Let it go at Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

With the theme of 'Art Moving Forward' 30 Independent local artists present a dynamic range of work

A CovreCo Conversation & Mindful Movement Workshop

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

Halloween takes over Hay St with spooky eats, cocktails, live music, kids’ fun, roaming zombies and more

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

How does your child see you?

Intertwined is an exhibition showcasing Sydney College of The Arts Alumni and Lecturers

Enjoy the best new films from Ireland this October!

An extraordinary collection of rare manuscripts, books, maps and navigational instruments

The first institutional exhibition of South Australian ceramic artist Jordan Gower.

Open studios for Sydney Craft Week

Australian contemporary classical performance

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

Learn to draw the figure

Explore five decades of extraordinary photography by one of Australia’s most important and influential photojournalists.

Discover jewellery, ceramics, and botanical installation in a leafy Darlinghurst laneway studio.

Classical piano four-hands duo recital - magic, folklore, and fairytales!

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

For families, foodies and anyone who loves supporting local farmers

A deep dive into the depths of your being as we uncover meditation, philosophy and ancient breath and seating techniques

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

A vibrant celebration of Latin American culture, bringing together music, makers, food, flavours and community

A series of workshops and casual craft social events

Workshops at Mothership Studios

Join us for a special NAIDOC Art Exhibition showcasing NAIDOC posters through the years.

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

A major survey journeying through the landscapes and stories that transformed Australian art

Oktoberfest, the Aussie way!

Hone your poetry skills with Alicia Sometimes over five months.

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

A beautiful high tea with a meaningful impact

Pink Spring High Tea is filled with rosy-hued delights in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation

A powerful collection of career imagery and accompanying stories from Australian veterans.

Australia’s most prestigious art prize for portraiture by women artists.

Go where the locals go

Join us over 2 days using experimental techniques and tools to create a unique collaborative artwork.

Celebrate with a set-menu of seven pasta favourites.

An ambitious new body of work developed through an ongoing dialogue with family histories and archival encounters.

An inspiring line up of Sydney Craft Week workshops

Savannah Jarvis explores hypervigilance, chronic pain, and how prolonged attention to the body can reshape perception.

Keep the kids active and stoked these holidays with our popular school holiday skate clinics at Sydney Park Skatepark

Discover hidden gems and untold stories of the city's train stations

The whole family is invited to dive beneath the waves for a fantastical marine adventure from Box of Birds

A book club community without the homework

Remixing five hundred years of history into an 80-minute electrifying pop-concert fit for royalty.

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

Ride the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Join Sydney's most supporting cycling community for a day of fun for the whole family.

Discover a treasure trove of family activities this Spring

Every day is your first day. Every night is Stocktake.

Go where the locals go

FREE CLASS 2nd Sunday morning 12pm-2pm 4th Friday 6-7pm Guided Outdoor Moving Meditation Indoor Sitting Meditation

Sydney Craft Week Workshops at Sew Make Create

20+ shows. 4 days. One magical festival.

Homegrown returns with another weekend of books, ideas and conversations

Mixed social outdoor tag footy competitions at Perry Park Synthetic Sportsfield

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

A no-fluff office satire filled with a whirlwind of laughs and truth bombs

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.

Supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this afternoon tea donates $5 from every set to breast cancer research

Travel through the golden eras of 1920s, 30s and 40s with live jazz music, stories and vintage glamour.

This is The Ultimate Disco Experience on Sydney Harbour — a night where nostalgia, glamour and pure joy collide.

The revue tradition returns to Sydney!

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.

Double Bill: Gilbert & Sullivan’s hilarious courtroom operetta alongside The Savoyards, where thespian life imitates art!

A hands-on jewellery workshop designed especially for young makers at SquarePeg Studios

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

Aren’t you just dying to be a Tiger?

Watch humpback whales breach in the open ocean on a Sydney whale watching cruise.

When The Dust Settled: North Sullivan’s untold photographic record the week after 9/11

Sydney Opera House presents a new kids festival that invites young ones and grown-ups to explore, create and play.

Yoto brings 4th Gen experience to Westfields these school holidays

See kiln-formed glass come to life

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

Sip, snack and create at your own pace

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

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

Discover incredible creatures from land and sea.

Every creature needs a hero! Complete the missions and join the Creature Rescue Squad at Sea Life and Wild Life Sydney

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

Experience a wonderful harbour event from the decks of the James Craig 1974

Sydney's scariest escape room. Face your darkest memories and escape the dark, with a live actor on your trail.

Newly commissioned and rarely seen works in sculpture, painting, and drawing.

A celebration of works on paper by the Bathurst Street Printmakers and students of Cilla Campbell

Fun, drawing and painting workshop for kids

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

Live Music Sundays are Back! Check out our new lineup of free live music this winter at Foys Kirribilli.

Join us every Sunday evening throughout the month for live entertainment from 5.30pm

Make what you love with Sassy Park

Slow down and get tactile: clay handbuilding, paint ceramics or linocut printmaking.

Group art exhibition

Ruth Shteinman's Treetop Studio

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

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

See what's on these Spring school holidays

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

Learn about Sydney's railways

Take in the stunning Sydney skyline and create unforgettable memories

Slow learning jewellery making workshops

An intimate live format where five original Aussie songwriters share their songs and the stories behind them

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

Come on a journey with our writer, with their thoughts and ideas coming to life on stage in this all-ages circus show..

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

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

Hit the court and keep fit at these drop in sessions.

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Social, casual drop-in, all levels welcome.

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

Pianist Paul Lewis puts Mozart under the microscope to discover infinite new wonders

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

A gentle outdoor workout for all seniors, to improve their physical fitness and mental wellbeing

All levels and abilities welcome. Explore your medium. Develop your style.

Play one of the fastest growing sports in Australia

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

A colourful tribute to Oxford Street's queer history, culture and places of belonging.

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.

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'I Fell In Love' by Felicity Schrader

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

Discover the fun and energy of salsa with our Thursday night classes in Surry Hills

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

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

Bessie's welcomes Dave Verheul of Melbourne's Embla and Saison Aperitifs

Learn how to style your own hair with confidence in this evening Curls, Waves & Straightening masterclass

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

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

Darling Square and Green Square libraries will be open after hours in the lead up to and during exams

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Expressive banner artworks celebrating movement, visibility and queer self-expression.

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

Get back to your desk glowing.

Unleash your imagination by designing your very own Muppet-style puppet

Michelle Lim in conversation with Heath Ducker

Each session gently explores mindfulness, meditation and gratitude practices, guided by Elizabeth Da Silva

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

Stay active and have fun

8-week beginner friendly blackletter classes

Part of the Transience series by Wong Ching Yee (Jenny) 黃靜儀. The assemblage has had many lives and continues to evolve.

Connect with one of the world's oldest living cultures in this interactive 10-week course!

Start communicating in Auslan and discover a rich visual language with this 8-week online course!

Gym and fitness activities

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

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

A welcoming weekly meditation group for Sydney's LGBTQIA+ community.

It's your Monday night stand-up, sketch comedy delight! Live, curated, professional, fresh, independent & weird.

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

Start communicating in Auslan and discover a rich visual language in this 8-week course

Sydney's best comedians use their best jokes and humour as they try to win your vote + free class before the show

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

Bold banner artworks celebrating Oxford Street's diversity, resilience and queer history.

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Come join this friendly community singing group facilitated by Leo Abisaab - Ongoing program

A week-long festival of games-related events for players and the industry, including board games, video games and more

Free, equipment provided

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Promoting flexibility, joint mobility, and a quiet mind

For all ages and levels of fitness

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

Learn how to create effective Facebook and Instagram advertising campaigns in this one-day workshop!

A full sensory showdown for food lovers

Curious about the Korean language? Start your journey with this 10-week online course!

Learning how to edit it is what takes your writing to the next level.

Discover new interests, build new skills, and make meaningful connections

Stay active during the workweek with free weekly group fitness sessions at Hy-Rocks Fitness Club, in The Rocks.

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

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

A Career in the Making: Pathways for a Career in Craft and Design

A gentle weekly movement group for older adults to stay active, connect and build friendships locally.

To the Owner is Alana Hunt's first institutional solo exhibition in Gadigal Nura/Sydney.

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

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

A fun, relaxed paint and sip in Surry Hills that’s all about unleashing your inner artist

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

This welcoming group explores a wide range of art forms together, from drawing and painting to mixed media and beyond.

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

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 basic crochet skills and work on a project

Stay active, connect and celebrate culture through dance!

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

Three Sydney business owners tell the story of something that went properly wrong.

Employment support for Mob

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

Learn the basics of food preservation in this 8-week course

No obligation free introductory class to tango No partner or dance experience required

We’re out and about on shared paths and cycleways in inner Sydney twice a week

Enjoy FREE Tai Chi every Tuesday at Market City. Improve balance, flexibility and wellbeing. Everyone welcome.

Learn dance steps for the top dance songs of all times

Improve physical flexibility and strength in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere

Practise connecting the mind with the body and our breath

Come along, share a memory and hear the stories of others

AI can generate content, analyse information and automate decisions.

Unleash your rhythm with the powerful art of Taiko drumming

Learn how to draw and design your jewellery pieces with us

Family, community and leadership in a crisis

Classes cover the techniques of fencing with historical weapons and provide a safe place to spar with them

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

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Monthtly Book Club at Pyrmont Community Centre

Your ultimate Tuesday night out

Learn safe and effective techniques to address muscle tightness

Natasha Walsh explores copper, alchemy, and the Southern Hemisphere night sky through seven intimate paintings.

Learn to speak Italian and start your language journey with confidence in this 10-week online course

Enhance your poetry crafting skills with our experienced author/poet Roberta Rlowing.

Carve and print your own botanical linocut design in a beginner-friendly workshop.

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

An LGBTQIA+ walking tour of Darlinghurst

Sally Smart's AM showcases her 2026 solo exhibition

Dive into the world of professional audio production.

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

Create your own sky postcard in this drop-in workshop

Join this friendly group of older people each week for coffee and conversations

Meet your neighbours and knit for a good cause

Come along to sew and chat with friends.

Join a choir and improve your singing skills with us!

Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.

Free, friendly and fun

Free weekly class in Cantonese and English

Find your zen, for all abilities and fitness levels

For all levels with Sydney's most experienced and successful teachers.

The Loud & Proud Choir is an LGBTQIA+ community choir and fundraiser! No experience required!

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

An evening of game development storytelling

Get creative at this super casual art group – just good company, creativity and a cuppa.

Join us for our monthly series where artists, poets, and musicians share stories in conversation with Danny Gardner.