Events

Learn dance steps for the top dance songs of all times

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

Real conversations, one walk at a time

Household names, comedy cult favourites, and the best new talent

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.

An unmissable month of art, comedy, poetry, music and more.

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

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

Let out the tension in a fun and friendly environment.

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

Part singalong, part piano bar, all party!

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

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.

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

Explore our centre in Redfern, find out about our fantastic programs and services and enjoy some fun activities

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!

Discover Sydney’s rich maritime heritage beyond the walls of the museum.

A class designed to bring your mind and body together

Experience the benefits of mindful movement

Two Hong Kong artists present paintings inspired by their connections to Sydney and Hong Kong

Unleash your child's creativity!

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

Creative workshop for ages 13 to 18 years.

Celebrating the best of the next generation of artists

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

A playful way to connect with body, breath and senses to support deeper self-connection and presence

It's our story to be told.

The Brits are coming!

Best acts of the Sydney Fringe

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Taste Borgogno’s extraordinary new 2021 Barolos over an intimate Italian dinner at Osteria Luna.

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

Jewellery designer to the stars brings her trunk show back to Sydney.

Play one of the fastest growing sports in Australia

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

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

New Class at Juanita Nielson Community Centre

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

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

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

A creative intersection of two distinct artistic voices

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

Free bilingual classes and bring your laptop, tablet or smartphone to get help to use it

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

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

Celebrating the complex social, economic and environmental connections between local and global communities.

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

Get help from a Sydney Multicultural Community Services case worker

Three shifty women and their fanged sock puppets

Social indoor futsal competitions at Perry Park Recreation Centre

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

A worldly comedy show from comedians all around the world

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.

Flowers. Flavours. Sounds

Join us for this free session to help you discover your past.

Exclusive experiences at the Anzac Memorial this History Week.

Join acclaimed author Sue Whiting for an interactive online workshop exploring her novel Our History: Hill End Gold

You can achieve anything if you just set everyone's mind to it.

A stand-up comedy show about my obsession with men

Pulse-racing physical theatre

A great night of jazz with one of Sydney's best up-and-coming vocalists!

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

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

The true backstory of the struggles George Frideric Handel had to get the Messiah onto the London stage

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

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

The best comedians in Australia come to The Nelson Hotel.

Live Well returns to South Eveleigh for its third year, bringing a month-long celebration of wellbeing to the precinct

Enjoy a healthy 3-course meal

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

A refined lunchtime concert of flute and piano at St James

The Madjawa Maangi exhibition and events program features First Nations arts and cultural activities

Where Australians and internationals meet

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

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

Playdate. Antivax. Almond Milk.

An open listening party, inviting Sydney artists to submit their music and speak on music processes and release plans.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Textiles, Textile art, Calligraphy and Paper arts Collaborative group exhibition

Come along to the Ron Williams Community Centre Open Day & 60th Anniversary & hear the history of the Centre and Redfern

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

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

A solo exhibition of abstract artworks

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

Queer girlhood, Catholic school, Sappho and survival.

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

Connect, sing and share the joy of music!

Last Minute Productions / Music StudioRCC

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

Join this online session with author Jess Horn for a thoughtful exploration of inclusion.

Explore artworks and architectural projects in our new exhibitions with these talks by university students.

Go where the locals go

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

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

One of Belvoir's most cherished productions is back!

Laugh, sing and be thoroughly entertained as students embark on an investigative journey to catch the thief!

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

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

A book club that celebrates great Australian writing, lively conversation and the joy of reading together.

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

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

Waverley library welcomes you to attend this fascinating talk on the history of telling stories with thread and needle

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

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.

Join us every Wednesday at Stone Restaurant for fun Trivia nights

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

Enjoy a 2-hour walk visiting landmark Sydney city buildings with a very knowledgeable AAA volunteer tour guide

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

Come and celebrate Women's Health Week at Pyrmont Community Centre

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

Discover a unique cultural experience in the heart of Barangaroo

Four choreographers. One intimate evening. Up close with the dancers in the Neilson Studio.

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

Unwind, get creative and rediscover the joy of art

A solo exhibition of new work by Pedro Wonaeamirri.

Walk or run as a team and help create safer, more respectful communities across Australia

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

Go where the locals go

An exhibition of new work by Yalmakany Marawili

A world premiere of Sophie Davis' play about love, memory and how trauma reshapes human connection.

Get ready for the ultimate glow-in-the-dark playground

Facilitated by ceramic artist Ellen Bagge, for anyone who is keen on clay.

Do you have an idea for an activity at Green Square? We'll help you get started.

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

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

New workouts for every day of the week

Fun and active program for children

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Go where the locals go

Bruce Scates and Rae Frances will speak about Dr Mary Booth, the woman who shaped the Anzac Legend

Turn your midweek into a dance floor – lesson, DJ and live Latin music.

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

Learn about Sydney's railways

Mingle, connect and find a special someone

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.

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.

Step into an enchanting spring garden, with complimentary creative workshops and bespoke gelato

Just bring your enthusiasm & willingness to explore your creativity!

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

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously

Discover, Learn and Grow in the Garden!

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

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

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

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

Exploring the rhythms of the natural world through painting, sculpture and works on paper

For all fitness levels

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

Art exhibition

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

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

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

Social get together for R U OK? Day

Join us a relaxed evening of board games, friendly conversation and connection.

BonkerZ is back with a whole new show. Catch A Rising Comic features some of the cities hottest up and comers & newbies.

A curated evening of free comedy with some of Sydney's best and emerging comedians

Join our friendly women-only session to learn practical tips for staying safe, informed and confident online

A feast of gypsy jazz, upbeat Latin and toe-tapping swing, great songs and instrumentals.

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

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

The best Asian comedy showcase is back.

A living, evocative portrait of Australian contemporary dance

Thursdays just got better!

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

Learn how to play the drums in a variety of styles

This is your one chance to learn authentic Cantonese cuisine from master chefs before they fly home

Born in Kenya, recycled in Japan

You are invited to celebrate the opening of To the Owner on Thursday 10 September, 6–7.30pm.

New six-part talk series featuring First Nations trailblazers

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.

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

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

If you love playing games, come along.

3 comedians from the land of the rising sun

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

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

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

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

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

Join us for a night celebrating Mary Oliver and her poems with special musical guest Chloe Chung

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

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

Free weekly walks to meet local mums

Much loved musical celebrates 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut

Each performer gets a free drink!

an exhibition of work by Annie Treacy and Jane Noel

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

An LGBTQIA+ walking tour of Darlinghurst

Cup cakes and a friendly chat about navigating mental health at home and in our everyday lives

Register a team for pickleball or dodgeball for this fun one off round robin tournament

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

An Evening Inside An Icon

Come and play table tennis

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

Join us for a free collage workshop and celebrate City of Sydney Archives 50th Anniversary during History Week 2026

Stories exploring the value of archives and archivists, celebrating the City Archives and the many ways it is used.

Find your zen with Tai Chi

Try the healing moves of tai chi at a free Open House event on Thursday 10 September from 7–8pm

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!

Saddle up for a night of unapologetic glitz, glamour and gasp-worthy cabaret. This isn't your average pony ride

A gentle moving meditation for all levels of fitness

Tap into this ancient movement for better health

Dance fitness with The Jungle Body Sydney

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

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

Naughty comedy for naughty people!

Get fit, make friends and have fun

Speed, teamwork and skill.

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

See what’s happening in your community! Enjoy a morning of interactive activities, helpful services, local support

‍Strengthen, stretch & relax.

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

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

Classes for young people

Are you over swiping left and right on dating apps?

Join a fitness class or do your own thing

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

Join us for a free morning tea, meet new people and learn about the activities and events at our centre

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

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

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

Kickstart your Friday with a free HIIT running session at Barangaroo

This is your chance to learn authentic Cantonese cooking from master chefs before they fly home

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

The unlikely romance between a local woman and an Italian officer during World War II

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

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