Events

Feel inspired with six raw and personal stories on the topic of DISCOVERY, in all its shapes and forms

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

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

Join the Big Bold Walk for breast cancer

An immersive pop-up transforming The Nespresso Lab at Pitt Street into a New York-inspired apartment

Travel back in time to early medieval Scotland and discover unique and mysterious Viking-age treasures.

Experience the world’s oldest living culture through an in depth tour

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

American genre-defying, electronic visionary Porter Robinson makes his Carriageworks debut

Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats.

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.

A vibrant celebration of Latin American culture with food, art, fashion, accessories, beauty & handmade creations.

A curated market of 140+ handmade stalls including homewares, sustainable fashion + tasty food and drinks

Admire the beauty and history of Sydney Harbour through the lens of the Gadigal people

Group social tennis for players of all ages and levels of ability

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

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

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

Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years

Refresh your wardrobe, swap preloved items and leave with something new to wear without spending a cent.

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

Get inspired to create your own natural scrub, cleanser, toner, moisturising cream and hydrating lotion

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

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

Help out with farm activities, from watering and weeding to planting and harvesting

Self-guided scavenger hunt

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.

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

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

A heartwarming true story of friendship

Exhibiting now in the You're Okay front window at the City of Sydney Creative Studios.

Get ready to unlock your inner wizard at the Academy of Magic!

Unleash your child's creativity!

ARIA Award-winning singer-songwriter Alex Lloyd lights up the Pav with his greatest and latest hits

Join Art Club at Empower Create Thrive for hands-on fun, creativity, and good friends!

Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children

25th Biennale of Sydney Auslan Art Tours - White Bay Power Station

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

Rekindle your love for ballet or try something new in a safe, relaxed, inclusive class.

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.

Bollytech Sounds with AARYAN GALA

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

Sydney's Biggest and Hottest Bollywood Night. Join Us Every Saturday,

Learn inside out about Bordeaux in Prince Wine Store Zetland

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

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

Tongue-in-cheek burlesque, phenomenal singing and dancing, outrageous comedy,show-stopping acrobatics, magic and more...

Spend two hours learning and crafting your very own candle in a Japanese ceramic

A festival of music, workshops, performances and more in Sydenham!

Australia’s cutest festival, featuring 30 new kids' films from around the world, returns to Sydney this June

Saturday Bottomless Lunch

Late Nights | Live Music

An epic performance, fusing dance, sound and design in a powerful vision of machine mysticism.

Learn the timeless art of basketry in this one-day workshop, using sustainable materials!

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

Join Deborah Pikes to bring characters to life.

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Daniel Muggleton continues to be one of Australia’s most in-demand comedians despite no media attention of any kind.

Improve your overall health and fitness through the power of movement to music in this fun one hour class.

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

Solo exhibition by international Chinese artist Wang Yigang

The con is on.

Do you want to learn to draw in a way that’s responsive to the unique qualities of your subject?

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

An immersive audio-visual experience of Astor Piazzolla's music and life at the Sydney Opera House.

Explore the echoes of childhood in this debut show by artist Eleanor Hall

The Hub at Lower Town Hall is where Sydney Film Festival steps off the screen.

Explore a variety of hands-on clay-building techniques.

The hottest ticket of the festival! ★★★★★ "Mind Blowing" - The List

Less Screen time, more creative time

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

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience

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!

HAIR celebrates the sixties counterculture in all its barefoot, long-haired, bell-bottomed, beaded and fringed glory.

Learn how to make fresh handmade pasta from scratch in this 3-hour workshop!

A new line-up each week

Bold, camp and unfiltered — a series of short plays about queer identity, love, family, and living out loud.

Go get ready and grab best-dressed prizes at the ICONS fancy-dress dance party.

High Tides: Yuki Kihara and Morgan Hogg

A series of vignettes that sweep across time and space, tethered to each other by the bond of soulmates.

Presented in collaboration with Utopia Art Centre

Reconnect with your creativity, boost confidence and make your life more spontaneous

Into the Wild: A bold photography exhibition in Surry Hills exploring raw moments, emotion, and the unexpected.

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

Get moving with this high-energy JFH class - a fun fusion of Jazz, Funk and Hip Hop often seen in commercial dance.

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

Augmented Intervals brings Kenneth Lambert’s practice into direct engagement with material, time, and environment.

A 45 minute, all body workout that will challenge you and leave you on a high

Fantastical landscapes and floating forms in this exhibition of new works from Kirsteen Pieterse.

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

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.

Juju, the new solo art show from Colombian artist Maria Pia Mosquera at Rogue Pop-Up Gallery, Redfern.

Two-time ARIA Award-winner and national treasure Matt Corby supported by Australian indie-pop star Gretta Ray.

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.

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

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

Unforgettable musicians every Saturday night at The MiTCH in Alexandria

This 2.5-hour workshop is for aspiring students in the Musical Theatre discipline

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

NIDA’s Winter Production Season runs from 4-13 June 2026

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

An exhibition for perfume lovers, art lovers, and curious minds

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.

Learn about the personal essay form, and how to leverage its many benefits to tell compelling stories.

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

A weekly Saturday farmers market in the heart of the Rainbow Precinct

Unlock your creative potential in this dynamic and personalised painting and drawing course!

A Selection of paintings from the 1980s to the present

Learn how to shoot, edit, organise and print your work

Learn to play the piano with us!

Learn to draw forms and structures of the human head, facial features and body dynamics.

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

Arrive through gentle Qi Gong, then surrender into a deep, immersive gong bath

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

Australia's first two day LGBTQIA+ focused careers expo!

Join a free portrait project with your friends, exploring queer friendship, connection, care and chosen family.

Join us for an exhibition where stories are reshaped and retold through abstract works and upcycled forms.

A Sydney Biennale project asking (and answering) what a constitution for the 21st century might look like

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

A one-day celebration of all things vinyl.

An exhibition of prints from the WAC printmaking tutors.

Vivid dining and tour of the Sydney Opera House

Sydney Film Festival’s ‘Sartorial: Fashion on Film’ showcases premieres and classics that explore fashion and cinema.

Learn Japanese repair and sewing techniques with local artist Yoshi Ito.

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

Which 5 of Sydney's funniest comedians have we invited? Come and find out.

You’ll See at SFFTV, our giant outdoor screen in Martin Place.

Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy workout

Resonance is an exhibition by emerging artists exploring the interaction of light on colour and form.

This daring production invites you to look closer. Nothing is what it seems

Savour our Signature Afternoon Tea, inspired by Victorian elegance era

Learn to make silver jewellery with us

Award-winning cabaret sensation Skank Sinatra returns with a brand new glittering cabaret spectacle.

Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law

No experience necessary! Discover the secrets to transform yourself to be the funniest you can be.

Stargazing with an astronomer, with telescopes viewing with an exclusive colourful eye piece at Centennial Park.

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

A solo exhibition by Japanese contemporary artist Kosuke Nagata

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

Don’t miss the beauty of our our latest masterpiece

Saturday nights at the Comedy Store are where it all comes together!

You’ll see audacious, cutting-edge, and courageous films in the 2026 Official Competition.

You’ll see the hottest new films at the spectacular State Theatre – the beating heart of Sydney Film Festival.

Sydney Harbour with a delicious seafood & carvery buffet, live music and spectacular harbour views in the world!

Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory with a tour designed for groups that include young children aged 6 and older.

Experience an intimate guided tour of the iconic heritage-listed Sydney Observatory.

Sydney Pride Festival 2026, 1 - 30 June

Try Taoist Tai Chi at Alexandria Town Hall

Enjoy the ultimate Bush Tucker tour and dining experience

Flamenco dance and music performance with live music

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.

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

Kick off Refugee Week with us and make someone's first job possible.

Lecture exploring the archetypal theme that is the Dioscuri, Castor and Pollux, the inseparable twins of Greek myth.

Close Vivid Sydney on the water with 80s, 90s & 2000s hits and neon harbour views.

Exhibition of work by Sue Midgley and Petra Pattinson

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

Do you believe in a psychic Sixth Sense or is it a matter of perspective?

Tootsie makes its Australian premiere in Sydney

Champion members exclusive tour of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2026

Transmedia Worldbuilding Residency Exhibition

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934.

Tubular Bells in Concert heads to Australia in June 2026 as part of the 50th Anniversary World Tour celebration.

Brings together all artists represented by N.Smith Gallery in a collective gesture that marks the gallery’s fifth year.

4 exhilarating hours on Sydney Harbour, delicious food, dazzling entertainment, prizes, giveaways and so much more

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.

Vivid Starts at Paddy's with FREE Neon Face Painting and FREE 360° Video

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

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

Enjoy the full Kid Kyoto experience in under 60 minutes pre or post your VIVID experience

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

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

Mardi Gras favourite Ultra Violet is heating up the Hall this June with a special Winter Violet edition

Wonder Mama returns to Pride Fest with a bold new cabaret where music, stories, and live audience art collide.

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

Two hours of movement, themed music, surprises and prizes

Celebrate Vivid Closing Night on Sydney Harbour with sunset beats, rooftop views & city lights.

A mind and body practice combining physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation

Join us for Zumba every Saturday to get fit, make friends and have fun

Enhance your throwing skills to create larger, more intricate forms on the potter’s wheel.

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

Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place

An evening of expression, storytelling, and connection to inspire personal and community growth.

A wonderful opportunity to buy hand made ceramics

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

Sydney will become the first city in the world to celebrate Global Wellness Day 2026

Free 10-week gentle, empowering karate-based program

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

Screening every match live on the jumbo rooftop screen

Jakey Pedro Exhibition The second last dance at Art2Muse Gallery 2 – 15 June 2026

A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing

Sydney’s biggest Latin night!

We're lightening up your winter through a vibrant sensory experience.

Featuring 30 artist from Korea and Australia

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.

Local DJs bring the vibes

Salsa Night Party in Woolloomooloo – eat, drink and dance

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

Experience the best of Sydney’s nightlife and meet new friends from all around the world on the Sydney Bar Crawl.

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

Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach.

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

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

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.

The best views paired with a premium dining experience!

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

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

Cheer on your favourite teams and watch the FIFA World Cup at Tumbalong Park.

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Build your confidence as you start road cycling and learn the skills of riding in a group.

Social indoor volleyball competitions

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

Get your kids dribbling and shooting with fun basketball drills and tips for ages 5 to 12!

Bring the whole family to ACO On The Pier to experience a vibrant 30-minute classical music concert on Sydney Harbour.

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

25th Biennale of Sydney - Sensory Friendly Tactile Tours – White Bay Power Station

In this fun, fast paced one day class, we will help you to get the most out of your butane micro torch

Bid farewell to the Sydney Film Festival at the Closing Night Ceremony at the State Theatre.

Tiny Stories - enormous impact! Fall in love with Fiction in a Flash!

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

Let it go at Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace

Learn to draw with neon oil pastels and create a fabulous UV artwork

Take in views of the new fish markets and Anzac Bridge and experience colourful Darling Harbour

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

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

Professional training for Local & International stages. 5-day / 5 week course! 50 years exp, Trained 1600+ comics

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

Live on the Shady Pines stage every Thursday and Sunday

For families, foodies and anyone who loves supporting local farmers

Beginners Open Mic Comedy Prep course

Let’s turn small actions into big impact — one lid at a time

Join us and explore an exceptionally musically cultured society where creativity flourished.

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

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

Badminton game with South Asian Queer Community at Alexandria

Elevate your art: explore advanced watercolour techniques in this hands-on Sunday morning workshop

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

Japanese rapper Yuki Chiba is pulling up to Australia for the first time

Unwind, reset, & feel supported in floating hammocks.

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

Welcome to the dazzling world of Burlesque with 'Burlyflexx', led by the mesmerising Lou P Scarlett

Be inspired, challenged and motivated to bring your voice to the page.

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

Explore drawing techniques and develop your own style

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

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

One storyteller. Three stories. An eruption of music, spoken word, and hope.