Events

Hear from AI Film Directors on how and why they are using AI Tools in their productions.

Unlock your creative potential in this accessible art course designed for beginners to intermediate artists.

Free tour por Sídney en Español

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

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.

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

Everyone is welcome to join this weekly class suitable for all levels of experience.

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

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

Hit the court and keep fit

Join our curators for a tour of the Library’s 200th Anniversary Exhibitions.

Improve your fitness, flexibility and balance and have fun

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

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Get your heart rate up and arms pumping with this lunchtime boxing class

Keep active and maintain your fitness

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

Learn different styles of dance including line, square and Chinese folk in this class for older adults.

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Discover the joy of singing

jazz magick for women and gender diverse baddies

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

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

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.

Join this friendly knitting group to make wraps for people in need.

Improve your strength, balance and flexibility in this weekly 1-hour class

Join us for a 45 minute class, no experience necessary

For all fitness levels

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.

Join Yoga Movement! Strengthen, stretch & relax.

Movement to music

A vibrant menu paired with a vibrant view

Unleash your child's creativity!

Unleashing comedy, kink and chaos; a one woman quest to reignite the power and purpose of love. Award winning. Funny.

un water-based fitness for 50+, building strength, balance & core stability in a safe, supportive environment.

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

A vibrant celebration of Argentine Tango. Latin performances, passion, and culture.

This live music show invites audiences to experience Argentinian tango in its most intense and modern form.

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

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.

Join the Big Bold Walk for breast cancer

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

A night of smooth, arresting R&B from two fast-rising Australian acts, ARIA Award-winning BOY SODA and That Gurl Bella.

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

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

Build flexibility and strength from the chair. All levels welcome

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

Turn trash into Treasure every Thursday evening at the Banish Sustainability Hub at Sydney's Central Station

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

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

Design and make your own work of art!

Curator-led tour of Tony Albert: Not a Souvenir, MCA's major winter exhibition

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Beginner Dance Class in Sydney for Stress Relief, Confidence and Community

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

Debut author Roy V Marshan is launching his dark dystopian novel ‘Deprivation’

The con is on.

Thursdays just got better!

A drag comedy cabaret starring Burger Queen

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

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

Learn how to play the drums in a variety of styles

Improve your language skills in this free weekly class

Artspace presents Event Horizon by renowned Australian conceptual artist Michaela Gleave

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

Learn how to create strategic partnerships and joint ventures that drive real growth.

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

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

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

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

Join Yoga Movement! ‍Strengthen, stretch & relax.

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience

Explore all things ghostly as we visit Sydney's most haunted pubs.

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

Free social program for men aged over 18

Think book club, but theatre edition.

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

High Tides: Yuki Kihara and Morgan Hogg

Presented in collaboration with Utopia Art Centre

This one-hour taster is a no-obligation, try-before-you-buy opportunity to get a feel for what improv is.

New, fun and exciting social netball competitions in Alexandria

If you love playing games, come along.

Unlock the power of effective internal communication in this full-day course designed for Comms + PR professionals

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

Unwind in style with the sweet, soulful sounds of Australian jazz

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

Insightful, outspoken and unpretentious art critic Jerry Saltz brings his razor-sharp wit to Sydney Town Hall.

Learn the craft of Roti Making at this interactive masterclass and dinner

Abstraction, colour, and landscape weave together in this exhibition by artist Kate Paea

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

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

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

Strengthen your Spanish while enjoying the library

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

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

L’Enigme Française - experience the talent and skill of this extraordinary French pianist

Live on the Shady Pines stage every Thursday and Sunday

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

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.

Come and meet your neighbours and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong every Thursday afternoon

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

Pilates is a low impact exercise class that incorporates breath focused movements focused on cultivating core stability

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

MCA now opening late on Thursdays

Presentation on why your water remediation quotes might be so high, and what to do about it.

Discover the Chinese merchants who built Sydney’s Chinatown and shaped Haymarket’s history.

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

Enjoy volleyball competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Free weekly walks to meet local mums

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

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

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

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

The Foodie Hotspot Worth Visiting

Discover how to think of colour in ways that enables you to mix the exact colour that you want.

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.

Are you new to painting or looking to expand your practice?

A Selection of paintings from the 1980s to the present

Experience live music performed by fourth-year students from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Learn to play the piano with us!

Learn how to play the piano with our music & singing short courses in Sydney

This intense 1-hour class focusses on improving your overall strength and fitness through a range of exercises.

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

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

Focus on emotional and mental healing, Reiki symbols, and distance healing techniques.

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

Learn how to make & stretch roti, then enjoy a 5 course dinner

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.

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

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

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one

Award winning dance meets contemporary flamenco, song and storytelling.

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

Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy workout

Savour our Signature Afternoon Tea, inspired by Victorian elegance era

Come and play table tennis

Beginners class at Glebe

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

Boost your strength & balance with Woollahra Life! Improve mobility & endurance

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

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

Don’t miss the beauty of our our latest masterpiece

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.

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

Sydney Pride Festival 2026, 1 - 30 June

TAFE NSW is shining a spotlight on more than 135 years of vocational education with an exhibition at the Muse Gallery

Find your zen with Tai Chi at Victoria Park Pool

Enjoy the ultimate Bush Tucker tour and dining experience

A revolutionary fusion of spirituality and sexuality

An ever-relevant ecological horror story

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

The Cleftomaniacs are an all woman a capella singing group, known affectionately as ‘The Cleffies’.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

The funniest comedians in Sydney are coming to The Drummer every month!

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

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

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.

One woman, one soccer ball, one extraordinary story! The world's first one-woman soccer drama-comedy show.

Sydney Young Social Entrepreneur Sprint

Terry Garcia explores the threats, solutions, and the pathways to protecting our greatest lifeline, the ocean.

A gentle moving meditation for all levels of fitness

Tap into this ancient movement for better health

Bring your toddler to this fun session and connect with other parents

Tootsie makes its Australian premiere in Sydney

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

Tragic Thespians: Live at Qtopia Sydney! A live unscripted podcast recording for PrideFest.

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.

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

Learn the fundamentals of UX design with this introductory, intensive one-day course!

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

Witness the iconic lights of Vivid & an exclusive fireworks display on Sydney Harbour

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

An electrifying, world-class celebration of the King of Pop.

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

A space to write, meet other writers, and share your work

free social gardening and cooking at St Helens community centre

Get fit, make friends and have fun

Learn to paint using acrylics

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

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

Pay tribute to the undisputed worldwide emperor of glam pop

Free 10-week gentle, empowering karate-based program

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

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

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

This musical takes a deep and relatable look at relationships, success, and the art of keeping it together.

Build your confidence in everyday English in this online course!

Develop a clear understanding of how English works and improve your writing in this online course!

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

Explore the world of opera in these delightful weekly talks abundantly illustrated with audio and visual excerpts

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

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

Learn to create custom pieces and develop your own signature style

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

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.

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

Lifeline Bondi is excited to host our 2nd annual golf day at the Bondi Golf & Diggers Club on Friday, 5th June 2026

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Come for help to solve your digital problems

An open-air extravaganza of aerial acrobatics, dance and unbelievable circus feats at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt.

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

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

Learn how to bring full awareness to the present moment while being immersed in a natural garden setting.

A weekly 1-hour class combining light resistance training and aerobic moves suitable for all levels of fitness

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

A heartwarming true story of friendship

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

Master drawing hands, feet, arms and butts. The tricky bits!

25th Biennale of Sydney and Vivid Sydney presents anaiis

Join us for the book launch of Sinophone Australia at the Museum of Chinese In Australia.

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

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

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

Chapel Row Jazz brings Sydney’s next-gen jazz musicians to Reagh Bar every Friday night. Free entry, Sydney CBD.

Learn to dance authentic Argentine tango

Come work on your stitching skills in a relaxed, social environment!

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

Experience an unforgettable night with Grammy Award-winning R&B powerhouse Ella Mai at Carriageworks for Vivid Sydney.

Learn how to compose and create expressive landscapes using painting, drawing or assemblage!

Learn the basics of food preserving

Stay active and enjoy a gentle full body workout in a safe environment

Deeply relax in this unique experience in serious comfort, a special gong bath in the movie room recliners!

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

A new line-up each week

Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park Launches ‘High Cheese’

Prepare for HYROX with our Focused 8-Week Training Course

A guided 1.5-hour Indian grocery tour with tastings, led by Anu Indapurkar of Indian Veg Bites.

Enjoy basketball competitions in the Sydney CBD, with mixed and men’s divisions.

Based on your suggestions, your fears come to life in this improvised comedy!

Rebekka Neville Trio Featuring Matt McMahon

Join us for our monthly walk to different parts of our beautiful city.

Learn to play bridge in 6 Fridays

Free weekly football program to support people in their mental health recovery

A social gathering for gym members and locals

Moonlight Opera brings show-stopping arias and duets to Tumbalong Nights.

Move your body and enjoy the music!

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

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

15 minutes of personalised boxing coaching

Join Poetica's Miriam Hechtman for a poetry workshop that uses poems as prompts. 

Join a buggy tour around Australia's oldest botanic garden and a 30-hectare paradise adjoining Sydney Harbour

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

Let the velvet drapes draw you into a world of smoky allure and sultry surprise

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

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