Events

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.

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

MCA Australia's annual exhibition of exciting new work by Australian artists aged 35 and under.

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

This August, Sydney's most disruptive ideas festival returns for 10 days

A new line-up each week

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

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

Starting at Customs House, you will discover some of Sydney’s CBD architectural masterpieces with a trained AAA guide

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 a vibrant tapestry of life

Enjoy an hour of wonderful music in the darkness of the crypt of St James Church

Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years

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 hands on pasta making class

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

A stimulating scientific weekend for the whole family at the Chau Chak Wing Museum

Purr for joy at the Sydney Cat Lovers Festival!

Experience pure joy at the Sydney Dog Lovers Festival!

This August follow your senses into a month-long feast of flavour and discovery

A photography exhibition of Himalayan culture and Nepalese revolution

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

Unleash your child's creativity!

Presents an ambitious body of work critiquing the procedures of institutional collection

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

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

Art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating the many avatars of Vishnu

It's our story to be told.

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

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

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

International dance sensation Burn The Floor returns home with its brand-new production ‘Luminous’

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

Based on your suggestions, the LGBTQ+ icons of history come alive in an unscripted comedy show!

The Evolution of the Piano Sonata Acclaimed pianist Christian Leotta in a remarkable recital.

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

Late Nights | Live Music

Step above the ordinary with our limited-edition Cloud High Tea at Paradox Sydney.

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

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

A funny, fast-paced cross-examination of moral dilemmas, family dynamics, and the true cost of success.

Euro feast trail and live entertainment, no passport required

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.

Coming to Sydney after a sold out season in London and winning three Olivier Awards

Take your seat for an elevated martini moment, with bespoke Four Pillars serves prepared tableside at Blu Bar on 36.

GABO comprises ten works, eight of which are titled GABO i-viii. Two further works, Pulse and Hull

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

Discover bike-friendly connections to some of Sydney's favourite swimming spots, ready for spring and summer.

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

The Festival of New Work is your front row seat to the future of music theatre

A solo exhibition of works in paint, ink and charcoal

Discover the rich history of South Eveleigh with a guided walking tour

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

Are you ready to find your creative circle?

Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.

Music. Sun. Cold drinks. Summer hits different on the water.

A solo exhibition of ceramic works

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

An artist who’s been everywhere and landed somewhere beautiful.

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

A vibrant collection of paintings exploring the meeting point between coastal landscapes and botanical forms

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

Is your sense of reality and self under pressure?

A star-studded tribute to the voice that stopped the world — celebrating the 100th birthday of Joan Sutherland.

A star-studded tribute to the voice that stopped the world — celebrating the 100th birthday of Joan Sutherland

Life Drawing Sip and Sketch Workshop hosted by a fun Sydney Drag Queen

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

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

View the virtual worlds of Melody Owen and avatar Pearl Hyacinth

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

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

Playdate. Antivax. Almond Milk.

Unforgettable musicians every Saturday night at The Mitch in Alexandria

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 luminous look at one of Australia's greatest photographers and her international peers who shaped modernist vision

Hone your poetry skills with Alicia Sometimes over five months.

Saturday 22 August | Sydney Dance Company, Walsh Bay | FREE

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

Original iconic designer market in Paddington

Curated pop up showcasing local and First Nations artists

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

The dating event where your friends pitch you to strangers

Poetry in the gallery

The five star West End sensation

A morning of top gardening advice and hands-on propagating.

Become a confident, engaging and persuasive speaker through practical exercises, coaching and public speaking practice.

Discover the architecture of Pyrmont and learn about its history in a two hour walk with a trained AAA volunteer

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

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

Enjoy a taste of Europe with Frenchies one-off raclette dinner experience

Drop off household items including electronics, polystyrene, worn-out clothes, bicycles, x-rays and more

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

Six teens. One accident. A darkly hilarious musical about what makes life worth living.

Informal acoustic jam for adults who already play. No lessons, just playing together. Bring your instrument.

Science Week: Maker time for families 8-12yrs

An invitation to slow down, reconnect with the innate intelligence of your body and create space for meaningful change

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

A solo exhibition by Japanese contemporary artist Kosuke Nagata

Clothing swap and meet up

Explore science, nature and sustainability through hands-on activities for all ages

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.

An immersive event showcasing the cutting-edge science behind two of the most fascinating frontiers in physics

Sydney Harbour comes alive with Throw Back! 3 levels, rooftop views, and all your favourite throwback tunes.

The 17th Korean Film Festival in Australia (KOFFIA) returns to Sydney

Discover marine creatures, collect stamps, complete activities and meet Isabelle!

One of Belvoir's most cherished productions is back!

Is it really ever ‘just about the children’?

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

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

Three actors. Six Jane Austen novels. Countless romances, scandals and witticisms – all in under 90 minutes!

Be transported into an overgrown dreamscape where art objects become the garden’s flowers.

Five-course truffle tasting menu with gin pairings at The Fox Hole, The Rocks.

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

A culinary adventure like no other

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

Discover the work of the Anzac Memorial's 2024 Veteran Artist in Residence

Lucy Chetcuti Thought forms from the queer utopia imaginarium

Tia Ray brings her ONCE UPON A MOON WORLD TOUR to Sydney for an unforgettable live performance.

One relationship. Mutliple generations. An unscripted play about the patterns we inherit.

A Funny, Fast-paced cross-examination of moral dilemmas, family dynamics, and the true cost of success

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.

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

Vera Blue returns to Sydney in support of her upcoming album, Modern Rituals.

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

Bridges Tradition and Contemporary Expression in New Ink Tour, Hong Kong Artist Prudence Mak Unveils new art exhibition

Celebrating 40 years of Waverley Art Prize

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

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

For dancers who are also earlynighters

A series of art sessions with community members.

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

Class Action play while you chat, eat, drink & rock to all your favourite classic hits! Bring your dancing shoes

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

An exhibition of new work by Yalmakany Marawili

A celebration of Jewish culture and the stories that shape us

Shakespeare reimagined through the eyes of his women forced into a terrible bargain: “die to live”

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

Sydney’s biggest Latin night!

The adults-only circus cabaret Sydney has never dared host...until now

Experience classical music in one of Sydney’s historical landmarks

Join thousands of Australians and turn every page into support for families impacted by MS

Emily Valentine: Native Narrative August 6-29, 2026

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.

Learn about Sydney's railways

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

Sydney's Hottest Comedy Club

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

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

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

Special preview of the new documentary Tina Arena: Unravel Me + live on stage Q&A with Tina Arena and Mary Coustas

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

Create a small finished soapstone sculpture in this one day workshop.

Sunday sessions for adults building confidence through improvisation and scene work. No experience needed.

Classical lyricism meets spectral electro-acoustics

Discover ceramics in this directed 5-week course for beginner students

Discover ceramics in this directed 4-week course for beginner students

A commitment free 90-min session to Experience and Learn authentic Classical Yoga in Bondi

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

Come and celebrate the new parklands at Moore Park South

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

Immerse yourself in the wizarding world with the ENTIRE Harry Potter saga packed into only two Sundays

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

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

For families, foodies and anyone who loves supporting local farmers

Beginners Open Mic Comedy Prep course

Weekly class for adults building confidence speaking in meetings, on stages, or at events. Small group.

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

TAMPA The Turning Point – exclusive screening and panel discussion

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

Unleash your creativity! Explore clay, carving, casting, and more as you bring your ideas to life

Australia's Favourite and Biggest Wedding Expos

Join us for a special event commemorating the 25th Anniversary of the Tampa affair.

Dine your way around Sydney Opera House

Join us for a cosy afternoon of memory keeping! Learn to build beautiful road trip pages with vintage stationery.

Sound Healing, Meditation, Fireside Gathering, Glowing & Reconnection

Sip, snack and create at your own pace

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

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.

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

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

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

See science in a new light

Learn to use a sewing machine and basic hand stitching

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Celebrate the first day of Book Week with author Charlotte Barkla.

Meet award-winning children’s author Sandhya Parappukkaran for this Book Week adventure.

Boost your cardio fitness with beginner boxing in this 5-week course!

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

online concussion education session

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

This wax modelling for casting course introduces students to a variety of wax working for jewellery techniques

Basia latest series of work ‘Sydney Through a Migrant’s Palette’ portrays the natural Sydney Harbour landscape

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

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

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

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

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

After all their lies, what happens next?

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

Get back to your desk glowing.

Cultural Dance for Young People

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

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

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

In conversation with Richard Denniss and Charlie Lanchester: a Gleebooks event

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.

Come join fellow knitters, beginners or experts, all welcome

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

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

Free, equipment provided

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

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.

Explore art, express yourself and connect.

Pride Morris is Sydney's LGBT folk dancing club! Come learn some easy dances and bring some whimsy to your life!

Learn the craft of storytelling

New workouts for every day of the week

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

Learn to create custom pieces and develop your own signature style

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

For all fitness levels

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?

A programme for people over 50 who want to be more active and connect with others in their community

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

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

Catch up with friends and make new ones.

Stay active, connect and celebrate culture through dance!

Free movies, cocktails and complimentary popcorn every Tuesday at Dulcie's underground Kings Cross cocktail bar.

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

Employment support for Mob

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

Weekly trivia with Artie Gallagher

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'Forest Song' by Coco Elder

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

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

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

Improve physical flexibility and strength in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere

Practise connecting the mind with the body and our breath

A fine night of New Orleans jazz on the shores of Balmain

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

Detours on the road to Awe:Catastrophe & rehabilitation in pursuit of terror & veneration in oceans, mountains & heavens

An intimate Italian Wine Night at FAB Surry Hills: organic wines, vineyard stories and authentic bites inspired by Italy

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

Strengthen & socialise

Romeo and Juliet meets Happy Feet — the true story of Sydney’s iconic gay penguin couple.

Your ultimate Tuesday night out

Learn safe and effective techniques to address muscle tightness

Panel of crime writers including Candice Fox, Scott Westerfeld and Justine Larbalestier: a Gleebooks event