Events

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

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

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

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

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

Get the skills and confidence to ride on Sydney streets

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.

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

Self-guided scavenger hunt

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

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

piling it on for Tiliqua Tiliqua's annual celebration of all thinks inky!

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

Unleash your child's creativity!

Step into the rhythm of All In, a high-energy celebration of dance

4A's 30th Anniversary Exhibition

Celebrating the best of the next generation of artists

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.

Get ready to groove with soulful fusion bhajans at Australia’s biggest live bhajan clubbing!

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

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

Double bill - two works seeking a language for the earth,

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

A creative intersection of two distinct artistic voices

An exhibition of new and archival works by Claire Engkaninan Low

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

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

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.

A gallery tour led by members of the ground-breaking Human Remains Research Project team

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

Badminton take over at Market City — pro players, para-athletes, and a record attempt

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

An afternoon of Greek feasting at live Jazz

ALL AGES pop-up event is an exploration of rice porridge as a symbol of community care across cultures.

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

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

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

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

Jacksons on George joins the Sydney Marathon as an official partner venue & host of the official race day afterparty!

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

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

The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment

Create beautiful Kokedama Plant Balls in Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse makerspace

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

Learn to draw the figure

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

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

Every serve, volley, and dink helps fund vital crisis support and suicide prevention services in our local community.

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

For families, foodies and anyone who loves supporting local farmers

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

Playdate. Antivax. Almond Milk.

Join us for a special NAIDOC Art Exhibition showcasing NAIDOC posters through the years.

BTS fan club event

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

The five star West End sensation

Discover the fundamentals of printmaking in this 5-week introductory course

A circus and cabaret show celebrating the songs that have filled the airwaves (and our hearts) over the years.

Join our infamous Rainforest Terrarium Workshop! at Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse in Glebe.

Join our Reiki Share: healing swaps, connection, community. All levels welcome for renewal and heartfelt connections!

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

Discover hidden gems and untold stories of the city's train stations

Join us for this informative heritage walk

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

A unique sensory experience for babies and parents

A unique sensory experience for parents and babies alike

Build your own miniature succulent ecosystem in an inner city jungle collab hub in Glebe.

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

Why Oxford Street Rainbow Precinct will be the most colourful place to experience Sydney Marathon 2026

Rise above the crowd and experience the marathon like never before

Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city

Interactive murder mystery where every clue matters, everyone has something to hide, and you help solve the crime

Explore your voice on the page in this fortnightly creative writing workshop. No experience required.

One of Belvoir's most cherished productions is back!

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

The Way We Were - a concert experience.

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

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.

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

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

A maniacal cabaret fantasia of blood-soaked vengeance and glittering stardom.

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

Sip, snack and create at your own pace

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

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.

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”

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.

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

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Afternoon of French art-song to welcome spring!

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

Learn about Sydney's railways

Join Cenk& Carol for a cosy Tea meet Sound ceremony to step into a sanctuary of stillness through these sacred practices

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

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Fitz of Laughter brings free live comedy back to our famed upstairs bistro at The Old Fitzroy.

Art2Muse Gallery presents 'Forest Song' by Coco Elder

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

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

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

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

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Learn to DJ with us

Unwind and enjoy weekly free mindfulness meditation session

Get back to your desk glowing.

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

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

The cast party everyone’s invited to, celebrating the artists who make Sydney theatre sing.

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

Develop your skill and technique

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

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.

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

For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations

Free, equipment provided

Evoking Country: towards a land-based performing arts praxis

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

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Find out about NSW Government rebates and vouchers for older people and how to access them.

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

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

Learn to create custom pieces and develop your own signature style

We’re out and about on shared paths and cycleways in inner Sydney twice a week

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

For all fitness levels

Connections to Build On

Explore the origins of Ancient Egypt in this fascinating 4-week online course

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

The sessions are led by our dedicated team who will provide you with step-by-step guidance on each project.

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

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

Hear how the Library is meeting the new challenges and opportunities of safeguarding the born-digital archival record.

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

Get help with a technology question about a device or website from our City of Sydney Library team

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

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

Nine Georgian wines. Three flights. Food by Firepop.

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

Learn about and access the services and support you need to live well and independently

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

Love basketball? Enter a social or corporate basketball team

Strengthen & socialise

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Your ultimate Tuesday night out

Learn safe and effective techniques to address muscle tightness

Opera in a pub? You heard right! Opera Bites brings best-loved opera hits to the relaxed atmosphere of your local pub.

Learn to play the piano with us!

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

An LGBTQIA+ walking tour of Darlinghurst

A solo exhibition of abstract artworks

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

Dive into the world of professional audio production.

In this engaging two-hour seminar, Sunil Badami will share insider tips on how you can plan a successful launch.

Get creative with developing and critiquing sketches, pulling them apart and writing your own!

Join this friendly group of older people each week for coffee and conversations

Come along to sew and chat with friends.

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

Join a choir and improve your singing skills with us!

Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.

Walk around Sydney's "The Rocks" area while taking photos

Free, friendly and fun

Free weekly class in Cantonese and English

Find your zen, for all abilities and fitness levels

Join this free wellbeing program

For all levels with Sydney's most experienced and successful teachers.

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

A ukulele musical comedy. Winner Sydney Fringe Guest Spot Award.

Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience

Get creative at this super casual art group – just good company, creativity and a cuppa.

A 1-hour accessible class suitable for all fitness levels, with a focus on mindfulness and stress release

How to win more work with less hustle

Join this fun, relaxed yoga workshop for young people ages 15 to 18.

A solo exhibition of new work by Pedro Wonaeamirri.

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

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

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

Mental health peer support for LGBTQIA+ Communities and Allies

Join this award-winning stand-up comedian as he works on his 2027 stand-up show

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

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

Presented by the Older Women's Network

Build confidence and have fun.

Order your lunch and make new friends at the Cliff Noble Community Centre

Meaningful conversations, valuable connections and practical insights

Contemporary flute recital weaving together stories and music

Physio-led exercise to keep you moving

Celebrating the local businesses and stories that make Willoughby a vibrant place to live, work, visit and do business.

Come along and meet some new, like-minded friends.

Celebrate queer cinema at the 13th Queer Screen Film Fest, 2–8 Sept!

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

Let out the tension in a fun and friendly environment.

Part singalong, part piano bar, all party!

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

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

The leading 'ladies' of Sydney drag!

A class designed to bring your mind and body together

Experience the benefits of mindful movement

Abang Anada Othow in conversation with Jacinta Tynan

Creative workshop for ages 13 to 18 years.

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Watch films beneath the iconic sails this September

New Class at Juanita Nielson Community Centre

Join us for some fun group singing

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

A must-attend event for leaders, marketers & decision-makers

Tell your story through art and meet new people

Learn to experiment with words

Improve your writing, meet fellow writers and get inspired

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