Events

a retrospective

Join us at Create and Make Workshop for our creative art and crafting workshops

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

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.

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

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

Australia’s most engaging art event

Let out the tension in a fun and friendly environment.

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

Free online training for local community organisations to improve your skills in writing successful grant submissions.

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.

A progressive strength and balance program designed to improve your strength, balance and mobility.

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

Meet new people and enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, and a chat each week

This fun racquet sport will improve your health and fitness while making new friends

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

Self-guided scavenger hunt

The leading 'ladies' of Sydney drag!

A class designed to bring your mind and body together

An exhibition of the official NAIDOC Week posters of the past 5 decades

Experience the benefits of mindful movement

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

Hans Christian Andersen has a very, very, very dark secret. McDonagh's twisted masterpiece.

Unleash your child's creativity!

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

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

It's our story to be told.

Stand Up Comedy is coming to The Barrel Room in Leichhardt! Every Wednesday featuring local and professional comedian

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Learn practical tips to build healthy family relationships, strengthen social connections and manage loneliness

Play one of the fastest growing sports in Australia

Discover ceramics in this 5-week course for beginner students

Advance your Auslan skills with more complex conversations and deeper cultural understanding

The MCA’s inaugural Harvey Norman Art Commission

New Class at Juanita Nielson Community Centre

Hear from our model maker Richard Braddish about the scale model of our local area.

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

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

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

Meet new people, gain some comedy skills and have a lot of fun

Tell your story through art and meet new people

Learn to experiment with words

Improve your writing, meet fellow writers and get inspired

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

a fresh perspective

Sing-a-long to the musical hits of your choice accompanied by an award-winning pianist

No prior experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm & willingness to explore your creativity!

Roslyn Oxley9 Gallery is pleased to announce ‘Un-Becoming Monuments’, an exhibition of new work by Julie Rrap. ⁠

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

Ditch the screen, rediscover your inner creativity with this creative art class

Get help from a Sydney Multicultural Community Services case worker

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

Discover the fun and energy of salsa with our Monday and Wednesday night classes in Kings Cross

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

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

Social indoor futsal competitions at Perry Park Recreation Centre

Genesis Owusu is set to return to the state, teaming up with Spotify for an intimate fan-first performance.

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

Let your body and mind unwind

Come meet your neighbours and learn to sing in a welcoming environment

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

Join this friendly 10 week course

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

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

A solo exhibition of ceramic works

Justice Fellows share bold ideas on some of the most consequential challenges facing the legal system in NSW right now.

Term 2 2026

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

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Let’s Talk Parent Conversation Series... Real conversations for real parenting challenges!

Make the most of your library membership with our super-convenient e-resources.

City of Sydney Library open day at our 9 branches from 27 to 31 July

Sessions for women to connect and learn to line dance!

Enjoy a healthy 3-course meal

A 45-minute full body workout class with George that combines cardio and resistance training.

A Wednesday lunchtime escape concert of delightful music at St James

Where Australians and internationals meet

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.

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

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

Mary Benvenuto | Lei Feng | Fergus Berney-Gibson | India Jablonski | Fiona Verity | Daniel He Wang

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

online concussion education session

Hone your poetry skills with Alicia Sometimes over five months.

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

Explore 200+ years of history and evolution of the Parliament of New South Wales

Walk for charity

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

The five star West End sensation

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Verdi’s classic opera offers hit tunes, glamour, grit, lust and revenge, with a revolving set and a Fiat 500.

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

Turn your midweek into a dance floor with Salsa Wednesdays at Hay St Market — lesson, DJ and live Latin music.

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

Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy workout

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

Connect, sing and share the joy of music!

A one-night celebration of Latin American and Latin-Australian art, featuring 18 artists.

Celebrate St James day with exquisite music and community!

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

Join us in our beautiful Children’s Library, full of stories, songs and rhymes.

A solo exhibition by Japanese contemporary artist Kosuke Nagata

Wednesday lunchtime yoga classes @180 George St Precinct (near Circular Quay)

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

Guess who’s coming to dinner?

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

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

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

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

S. Shakthidharan and Eamon Flack’s multi award-winning The Jungle and The Sea returns to Belvoir St Theatre

Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic on 70mm film in an exclusive north Sydney season

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

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

A Willoughby City Council curated exhibition presented as part of the Gai-mariagal Festival 2026.

Titanic: A Voyage Through Time invites guests to step beyond the screen and into one of history's most defining moments.

Art meets quantum science.

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.

Celebrate Christmas in winter on a Sydney Harbour lunch cruise with live jazz, carols & festive cheer

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

Celebrating 40 years of Waverley Art Prize

Chill out midweek with some cool flicks and good vibes at our film hangout.

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

A wearable exhibition

From 1 July to 2 August, Hay St will transform into Sydney's winter playground.

Meet other local basketball players and have fun

Express yourself through the power of music

This course from bestselling author Ashley Kalagian Blunt will make 2026 the year you finally write that book.

Build strength and flexibility through this mind and body practice

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

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect opportunity to treat your team with a festive feast.

We’re bringing the cheer with a festive feast all July!

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

EDM classics, festival drops and late-night dance tracks from Avicii, Swedish House Mafia, Calvin Harris and more.

What if you could attract your ideal clients, simplify your business and charge what you're truly worth?

For two exclusive nights only (July 29–30), Ibushi welcomes 40Res for a special collaboration.

Come join us if you'd like to make new friends in an easy environment

New workouts for every day of the week

An exclusive multi-course dining experience with expertly paired new release wines

Featuring 30 artist from Korea and Australia

Australian Women Artists Group Exhibition

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Build your confidence using English in professional settings in this 8-week online course

Start speaking Indonesian and connect with one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant cultures in this 10-week online course

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

Get a head start in the competitive world of screen acting.

Learn about Sydney's railways

Savour The Balvenie single malts paired with Koko Black chocolates, set against spectacular Sydney Harbour views.

Sydney's Hottest Comedy Club

Meet new friends, play social games, get 4 free drinks, free food, karaoke, plus a free afterparty!

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

Free-to-enter pub quiz in the city

Strum your heart out – for beginners and intermediate

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

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

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

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

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.

Improve your fitness, flexibility and balance and have fun

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

A father’s curse, a daughter’s fate. As innocence is shattered, revenge becomes the only prayer.

Discover the joy of singing

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

Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.

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 fun, group exercise session that focuses on improving fitness, energy, and overall health through movement to music.

An exclusive evening of fine wine and dining, 36 levels above Sydney Harbour

Learn about animal cognition in this 4-week online philosophy course!

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

Bring a friend to the MCA and learn the art of portraiture with artist Cherine Fahd.

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

A journey through Chile’s wild frontiers. An exploration of its most remote landscapes.

Why Social Impact Is the New Competitive Advantage

Broadsheet Dine Out - Manu Feildel x Junda Khoo x DimSimLim x Nipcooks

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

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an expert ceramicist in this 6-week course

Build flexibility and strength from the chair. All levels welcome

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration

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

Sydney’s best-value night of stand-up

Join our weekly crochet & knitting circle. Stitch, sip coffee, connect.

Thursdays just got better!

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

Improve your language skills in this free weekly class

Emily's process-based practice explores stain as both material and metaphor

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

Free Kids Boxing Classes in the Heart of Redfern

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

Sessions are led by David, an experienced nursery owner, and cover a range of gardening activities

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

Connect, share cultures, and practise languages over tea, games, and friendly conversation.

If you love playing games, come along.

Jaclyn Moriarty in conversation with Michaela Kalowski: a Gleebooks event

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

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

Sacred. Kaleidoscopic. Redemption.

Learn to play bridge in 6 Thursday mornings from 23rd July

City of Sydney Library open day at Darling Square Library until 9pm

City of Sydney Library open day at Green Square Library

Explore the award-winning branch’s design, spaces, services and collections.

Discover the new Green Square Library 3D printer

Join Woollahra Life!’s Line Dancing classes and enjoy a fun, social, and active way to stay fit!

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

Step beneath Darlinghurst Road every Thursday and discover one of Sydney's most atmospheric live jazz nights at Dulcie's

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

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

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Come along to Ask a Maker, a relaxed drop-in information session about our library makerspace

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

2-for-1 tickets at the MCA every Thursday night

Social activities for men

Free weekly walks to meet local mums

Learn to use Ableton Live software for your music creations

Explore Stoicism and the art of living well in this 8-week online introductory course!

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

Experience classic literature on screen.

Celebrate International Friendship Day by heading to the Chinese Garden for the Paint a Friendship Bookmark workshop

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

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

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

Celebrate the legacy of beloved actor Sam Neill with some of his most iconic works in cinema

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

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

An Evening Inside An Icon

Come and play table tennis

Stand up comedy at the Inner West’s coolest bar

We are partnering with the Stroke Foundation to offer an information session on how to stay stroke aware

A relaxed evening where people share life stories. Expect laughter, reflection, and connection as voices take the stage

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Find your zen with Tai Chi at Victoria Park Pool

Abstract art exhibition showing works in acrylics of Hilary Hatfield, a Sydney artist.

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

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

Liza Lim’s first opera performed by Sydney Chamber Opera with ELISION Ensemble

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

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

Slip into an evening of live saxophone as rich melodies glide through the room.

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

Get fit, make friends and have fun

Discover the elegance, strength, and joy of ballet in this 8-week Adult Ballet course

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

‍Strengthen, stretch & relax.

Heather Groves, Patricia Agus and Tom Simmo explore the built environment through printmaking

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

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

We're teaming up with ON Running for a special community run night, and you're invited.

Build your confidence speaking English in this 8-week online Communication Skills course

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

Come for help to solve your digital problems

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

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

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

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

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.

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

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

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

A lineage of rhythm, labour, and resilience.

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

Warm space to practice real, everyday Spanish together.

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

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

A new line-up each week

In the charged atmosphere of the Justice & Police Museum, this performance unfolds in a space shaped by layered stories.

A tribute to the experience of being human

An mprovising duo blending accordion, piano, electronics, and sound objects into a fluid, evolving sonic dialogue

Join calligraphy instructor Xueyi Bai to progress your skills through these on going workshops.