Events

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

Prepare for HYROX with our Focused 8-Week Training Course

Vivid Sydney Star-Bound Drone Show Cruise

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!

New Venue! Come along and experience the magic as we unite in song with Barayagal Choir

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.

Love misbehaves, the woods come alive, and suddenly, you’re not quite sure who or what you’re in love with!

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 Academy Award–winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao for her first appearance in Australia.

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

A talk with Sāmoan/Australian artist Angela Tiatia and MCA Curator Antares Wells.

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

Keep active and maintain your fitness

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years

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

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

To join our volunteer team you first need to attend an induction session

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.

Welcoming space for women from diverse backgrounds.

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.

Includes fabulous giveaways and a pop-up show

Join Yoga Movement! Strengthen, stretch & relax.

Movement to music

A vibrant menu paired with a vibrant view

Unleash your child's creativity!

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 cosy open mic for poets and writers in a brewery

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

Discover the stories behind the art with our daily Rememory Art Tours.

Explore works in the 2026 Biennale of Sydney with University of Sydney art and art history students

Palangi Gallery is delighted to introduce a new exhibition: ‘BOLD TONAL IMPRESSIONS’ by John Perkins

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

Stand up comedy at the Inner West’s coolest bar

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

Cancer is changing – but so is the way we find and fight it

Build flexibility and strength from the chair. All levels welcome

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

A selection of sweet and savoury favourites, fresh scones and chocolate-led creations.

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

Six teens. One rollercoaster. A game of life, death, and destiny. Who gets a second chance?

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!

A bold circus theatre experience in the Glimmerverse, blending pole, aerial, live music & improv into one performance

South Eveleigh invites you to stand with us this National Reconciliation Week with Cultural Walking Tours.

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

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

Kylie Minogue night. Beginner-friendly, queer-inclusive dance class in Sydney. $28 at Universal Sydney, Darlinghurst.

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

The con is on.

Thursdays just got better!

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

Art2Muse is proud to present Olivier Rasir's exhibition

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

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

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

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

Feverish Melbourne post-punk and Eastern Anmatyerre glam-rock collides in an electric night of defiant rock riffs.

What's a woman looking for love to do in the 21st century?

High Tides: Yuki Kihara and Morgan Hogg

Sydney's premier careers and education event, connecting students and jobseekers with study and career pathways.

Tin Sheds Gallery Exhibition

New, fun and exciting social netball competitions in Alexandria

If you love playing games, come along.

Want to win free Harry's Burger for a year?

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

Catch Joshua Han in a recital performing works by Mozart, Bach/Busoni, Beethoven, and Stravinsky/Agosti

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

Little Artists at Green Square Library: Playful puppets

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

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

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

Are you a renter or do you care about a renter?

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

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 exhibition explores the intersections of perception, reality and technological mediation.

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

Learn to use Ableton Live software for your music creations

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

Join Poetica’s Miriam Hechtman for a writing workshop that uses prompts to get you writing.

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.

Oliver presented by Mosman Musical Society

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

Learn to play the piano with us!

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

An Australian premiere of epic emotional power.

Improvisational theatre workshops in Bondi

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

Join our new hands-on art series and exploring the art of collage.

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

An exhibition of urban landscape paintings

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

Uncover interesting facts about RPA Hospital’s history

Sally Scales’ new exhibition brings together a body of work grounded in Country, memory, and the presence of tjukurpa.

Vivid dining and tour of the Sydney Opera House

5 days of dance workshops and parties

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

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

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

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

Start your sewing journey with with this comprehensive course for complete beginners

Enjoy a low-impact, high-energy workout

Savour our Signature Afternoon Tea, inspired by Victorian elegance era

Come and play table tennis

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

The beloved film live on stage

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

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

Find your zen with Tai Chi at Victoria Park Pool

Enjoy the ultimate Bush Tucker tour and dining experience

Meet the creator behind Peekaboo Parliament, a Vivid Sydney 2026 installation, for a behind-the-scenes look

Reimagining the poetry of Gertrud Kolmar

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.

A guided, collaborative painting experience led by a professional artist

Drop by UTS during Reconciliation Week and watch episodes from the incredible series 'The First Inventors'.

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

The Interior II brings together a group of represented artists whose practices move through the space of the interior.

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.

A solo exhibition where layers of thought, emotion and awareness spill across canvas

Sydney Young Social Entrepreneur Sprint

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

Transmedia Worldbuilding Residency Exhibition

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.

Reconciliation Week at UTS

Festival of Light

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

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

An evening at NSW Parliament House

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

Learn to build your own professional website quickly and effectively using Wordpress in this 2-day course!

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

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

Build your energy and zero-emission transport knowledge to prepare your organisation for transport electrification

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.

Three Thursday Evenings May 14, 21, 28 6:15 to 7:45pm Gadigal Hall, Newtown Neighbourhood Centre

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

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

New workouts for every day of the week

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.

Enter a sensory landscape of oil and acrylic

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

Four artists creating paintings, mosaics and ceramics

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

Self-guided scavenger hunt

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

An immersive after-dark experience of sound, light and moving image.

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Come for help to solve your digital problems

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

Improve your strength, balance and mobility

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

A compelling vision of the future of health – one that is preventative, personalised and human-centered.

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!

A special screening of Katarina Zhu’s film Bunnylovr (2025)

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

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

Seymour presents a bold new monthly event

Find out about the many supports available to carers

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

Special foodie night market packed with great bites and live music

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

Join us for this walk through Glebe with Uncle Jimmy Smith, Gadigal custodian, Elder and cultural educator.

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

A new line-up each week

Rebekka Neville Trio Featuring Matt McMahon

Learn to play bridge in 6 Fridays

A love letter to being alive in all its chaotic glory by multi-award-winning musical comedian, Gillian Cosgriff

Landmark tour celebrating Hard Core and The Notorious K.I.M..

Door draft stoppers

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

Move your body and enjoy the music!

Join Daniela and electrifying musicians for Balkan rhythm & soul, taking you on a musical voyage through the Balkans.

15 minutes of personalised boxing coaching

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

Celebrate the rise of the Dropouts in Australian Wrestling as we party toward the King of the Metro Rumble!

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

Advanced master course in energy healing

Piazzolla - Up Close and Personal

Tap into Asia’s underground post-hyperpop scene

Learn how to sing in this fun class for all levels of experience

Six-course gin discovery dinner in The Rocks, serving curiosity, theatre and some secret Wonderland twists.

This fabulous 9-piece band plays an eclectic mix of funk and soul, with some of Sydney’s finest musicians.

Fun baking with a qualified pastry chef.