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Picture perfect glimpses of Australian Life - take a stroll through the finalists of the $10,000 photographic prize

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.

Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.

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

Immerse yourself in a powerful series of exhibitions, installations and digital experiences.

Admire the beauty and history of Sydney Harbour through the lens of the Gadigal people

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

Part singalong, part piano bar, all party!

A definitive picture of great Australian photographer Max Dupain is revealed in this landmark retrospective.

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

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

Self-guided scavenger hunt

Welcome to Chin Chin, where the champagne never stops flowing and the countdown magic never ends

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

One of the world’s most influential contemporary artists calls for peace with a monumental new installation

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

Experience the beauty of nature through 100 stunning images. A South Australian Museum 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.

Free interactive school holiday activities bringing science, technology, creativity and engineering to life

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

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

Market City is inviting Sydneysiders to celebrate under the glow of lanterns in the heart of Chinatown

Step aboard 'The Jackson' - Sydney Harbour's ultimate superyacht for Sydney’s best bottomless long lunch.

A sun-soaked celebration of all things Chardonnay!

Late Nights | Live Music

Fall down the rabbit hole and into a spectacular new world…

An absurd and very silly journey through religion and the body

Every creature needs a hero! Complete the missions and join the Creature Rescue Squad.

Every creature needs a hero! Complete the missions and join the Creature Rescue Squad at Sea Life and Wild Life Sydney

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.

Immersive Experiences For Young Explorers (and Their Grown-Up Sidekicks)

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

A special screening of True history of the Kelly Gang (2019) with director Q&A at the Art Gallery of NSW

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

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

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

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

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

L’Oréal Paris brings House of Worth to Bennelong Lawn

Salsa, bachata, live music and DJs take over two dance floors every Saturday night at Hay St Market.

Explore five decades of extraordinary photography by one of Australia’s most important and influential photojournalists.

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

Celebrating family, gratitude, and the Autumn full moon

Mr Snotbottom brings gross laughs, slimy songs and silly fun for kids 5+ and their delightfully weird parents!

Much loved musical celebrates 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut

NARUTO: The Symphonic Experience makes its Australian premiere at the Darling Harbour Theatre in Sydney!

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

A major survey journeying through the landscapes and stories that transformed Australian art

Celebrated Norwegian jazz pianist will make his Australian premiere at Sydney Opera House

Watch world-class Latin and Ballroom dancers at the ICC on Saturday 3rd October

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

Singular artist Pekka Kuusisto makes his long-awaited return to direct the ACO in music that transcends age and time.

Pink Spring High Tea is filled with rosy-hued delights in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation

A powerful collection of career imagery and accompanying stories from Australian veterans.

Step inside a living video game at Power Play Sydney

A Public Lecture by Peter Zacharatos for the Military History Society of New South Wales

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

Enjoy a game on our three German-made expert roller tables

An evening inside an icon

Discover a treasure trove of family activities this Spring

Experience your local swim school with a free 10-minute swim assessment for kids and adults.

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.

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

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

Supporting the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this afternoon tea donates $5 from every set to breast cancer research

Dance to 80s, 90s & 2000s hits on a Sydney Harbour cruise with rooftop views and full production vibes

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

Experience Sydney Harbour in luxury with champagne, gourmet canapés, and top DJs aboard a superyacht

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.

Sydney Opera House presents a new kids festival that invites young ones and grown-ups to explore, create and play.

An unique ceramics show in Sydney CBD. Zi Xin’s work draws on idiomatic language from both Eastern and Western cultures.

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

An Art Market themed around digital companionship and community

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

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

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

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

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

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

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

See what's on these Spring school holidays

Take in the stunning Sydney skyline and create unforgettable memories

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

An interactive theatre experience for children and families

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience!

Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure

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

Curious unpacks the ideas shaping headlines, sparking debate and changing the way we see the world.

Experience a harmonious blend of nature and melody in the Chinese Garden of Friendship

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

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

Halloween takes over Hay St with spooky eats, cocktails, live music, kids’ fun, roaming zombies and more

Ready for a unique experience? Join us for our drum workshop where you'll dive into the powerful world of Taiko

Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion

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

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

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

A cosy, beginner-friendly introduction to the art of brush lettering! Learn the basic strokes and find a creative flow

14 artist-led projects, from foghorn orchestras and oyster shucking to printmaking, dance and hands-on workshops

Labadee by Joiri Minaya x A Small Place by Jamaica Kincaid

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.

Play your way to a better day, enter a social or corporate team

Discover and meet the creatures who call the gardens home!

This free service is provided by Chinese Australian Services Society (CASS) trained volunteers and caseworkers.

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Get back to your desk glowing.

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

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

Gym and fitness activities

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Nights are Magical in the heart of the City. Join us as we photographically explore Sydney with Cameras and Smartphones

Hands-on activities in coding, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, animation, crafting and more for fun learning these holidays

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

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

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

For all fitness levels

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

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

Looking for a fun, low-impact way to stay active and meet new people?

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

We are serving up food-themed art and craft activities for kids. A recipe for fun

Presentation of the Italian special events at the Sydney Science Fiction Film Festival with festival director Simon Foster

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.

Darling Square and Green Square libraries will be open after hours in the lead up to and during exams

Get ready for fun-filled postcard making workshops where kids can unleash their creativity.

Build confidence, improve technique and accelerate your child's swimming skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Build confidence, improve technique and accelerate their swimming skills in a fun and supportive environment.

Build, code and play with robots at the Makerspace!

Design your own pixel art inspired keyring and animation

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

Free weekly class in Cantonese and English

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

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

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place

Create a take-home 3D Chinese Garden featuring pavilions, dragons, koi carp and bamboo.

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

Bring your little ones along for an engaging storytelling session in Spanish

Let out the tension in a fun and friendly environment.

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

Explore the garden by twilight and meet our nocturnal residents.

Join our daily activities for high school students, ages 13 to 18

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

Discover journeys both real and imagined through maps, manuscripts, books and artworks.

Discover Hoori Handmade: Afghan embroidery celebrating women artisans, traditional skills and cultural storytelling.

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

A Wednesday lunchtime escape concert of delightful piano music at St James

Where Australians and internationals meet

Keep kids active with fun, coach-led sports and activity sessions these school holidays!

Come and join us for a fun hands-on workshop where you learn to make your own moving art.

A live music series bringing the library’s leafy Macquarie Street forecourt to life.

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

Celebrate 25 years of The Fellowship of the Ring with Howard Shore’s score performed live to the film.

Ashley Kingston will speak about the little-known history of the Olympia Motor Speedway at Maroubra in the 1920s.

Weekly Wednesday night volleyball at UTS. Register a team or sign up solo for 11 weeks of competition.

Meet other local basketball players and have fun

Build strength and flexibility through this mind and body practice

Step into art at the MCA on Wednesday 7 October 2026 for Telstra Free Day

A celebration of works on paper by the Bathurst Street Printmakers and students of Cilla Campbell

Intimate live music experience featuring international artist Steffania Uttaro

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

Free Activities for all little monsters!

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

Free-to-enter pub quiz in the city

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

Discover the joy of singing

Join us for a 45 minute class, no experience necessary

Artisan Crafts: Archival Woodblock Prints Reimagined

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.

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

School Holiday program exploring dance, performance and creative direction.

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

New six-part talk series featuring First Nations trailblazers

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

Meet leading employers, explore career opportunities and build your future in Australia and beyond

Boots on, Sydney. Free line dancing, country DJs, food and drinks every Thursday night at Hay St.

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

A one-off event in the MCA’s iconic Foundation Hall, designed to lay to rest memories of Divine Playhouse.

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

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

Come and play table tennis

Join Sydney Eye Hospital Foundation and partners to celebrate World Sight Day at Sydney Eye Hospital

A delicious sweet & savoury toppings on a pancake experience with spectacular Sydney Harbour views!

Hit the court Thursday nights in our 11-week Men's Basketball League. Team and solo entries welcome.

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

An accessible concert featuring Nordic classical and folk music, presented in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

A Celebration of Global Speculative Cinema

An exhibition presenting 20 culturally diverse, internationally recognised women artists based in Australia

Kickstart your Friday with a free HIIT running session at Barangaroo

Join us for this relaxing session during Mental Health Month.

Ceramic Business District

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

Join us for a day of educational fun at Australia's oldest Parliament

Live R&B, soul, funk and old-school favourites with Suite AZ band and DJ every Friday at Hay St.

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

Get ready to transport back to the roaring 20s at our “It’s Gatsby Darling” Cabaret Show

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

interactive recycling session for kids aged 8 plus

Join us on a paranormal tour hunting for ghosts, poltergeists and strange encounters of the supernatural kind.

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

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

Remixing five hundred years of history into an 80-minute electrifying pop-concert fit for royalty.

Join us for a casual catch up with other locals. Hear about what's on in our local area and at Pyrmont Community Centre.

School Holiday workshop for young people. Create street style with designer Gary Bigeni

Get dressed in your best 80's or 90's outfit and join Sydney's hottest retro party cruise!

See a world class magic show intertwined with intriguing stories about early Sydney town.

Indulge in an afternoon of elegance and history at the Parliament of NSW.

No partner or prior experience is required, just your enthusiasm!

Meet new people and experience 4 of the top bars in Sydney’s city centre

A safe space to hang out

From Hyde Park to the Opera House, uncovering Sydney’s hidden past

An introductory workshop inviting participants to discover the unique properties of clay as a material.

An activated exhibition and retail event shaped by a curated cohort of contemporary makers working across craft and design

Capture The Flag and free swag!

A vibrant celebration of Latin American culture, bringing together music, makers, food, flavours and community

A special event celebrating 90 years of classic Italian science fiction – Australian premiere

Expect a packed dance floor, viral edits, unexpected mashups and JXL’s signature sound from start to finish.

Relive your favourite 80s, 90s & 2000s hits on a high-energy Sydney Harbour cruise.

Capture culture through your lens at an after-hours photography experience in the Chinese Garden.

Bringing together a curated selection of local ceramic artists and makers

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience!

A free interactive sports program that provides an opportunity to learn about Australian culture through sport

Classical piano four-hands duo recital - magic, folklore, and fairytales!

Celebrate with a set-menu of seven pasta favourites.

A book club community without the homework

FREE CLASS 2nd Sunday morning 12pm-2pm 4th Friday 6-7pm Guided Outdoor Moving Meditation Indoor Sitting Meditation

Travel through the golden eras of 1920s, 30s and 40s with live jazz music, stories and vintage glamour.

This is The Ultimate Disco Experience on Sydney Harbour — a night where nostalgia, glamour and pure joy collide.

Pianist Paul Lewis puts Mozart under the microscope to discover infinite new wonders

A 1 hour class suitable for all levels

Stay active and have fun

Bold banner artworks celebrating Oxford Street's diversity, resilience and queer history.

Discover new interests, build new skills, and make meaningful connections

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

Learn dance steps for the top dance songs of all times

AI can generate content, analyse information and automate decisions.

Unleash your rhythm with the powerful art of Taiko drumming

Family, community and leadership in a crisis

No experience is needed to join this free singing and theory class

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Monthtly Book Club at Pyrmont Community Centre

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

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

An evening of game development storytelling

Enjoy a 2-hour walk with a trained guide and see how heritage and contemporary architecture co-exist in harmony

Alexander Gavrylyuk and Richard Tognetti perform an electrifying evening of Szymanowski, Prokofiev and Brahms.

On the magic behind the love story of our age

Join us for a panel discussion on the Library's Merewether and Mitchell Fellows as we mark 200 years of the Library.

Cervantitos Creadores is a creative workshop for children that combines art, imagination and self-expression in Spanish

We’re presenting Art Tours at the Art Gallery of NSW led by two hilarious comedians with disability.

We’re presenting Disability Justice & Joy: Zine Making Workshops at the Art Gallery of NSW.

Fold, Stitch, Bind: The Book We Make Together

Tony Gilmour will discuss the connection between hotels and growth in regional communities, using Kiama as an example.

A live music series bringing the library’s leafy Macquarie Street forecourt to life.

Celebrating 40 Years of Accessible Arts

See cult classic Dead End Drive-In, followed by a discussion with Brian Trenchard-Smith on Australia's drive-in culture.

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

Celebrate Frank Hurley’s birthday with a Sydney film screening, director Q&A, Antarctic displays, drinks and auctions.

Material Knowledge and Cultural Transmission: Fashion, Costume, Hats and Specialist Making

Drew Anthony Creative brings one of Broadway's classic musicals to Sydney in a hilarious all-new reimagined production

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

Exceptional seafood, award-winning wines and one of Sydney’s most iconic waterfront settings

An unforgettable live performance of timeless classics in the heart of Barangaroo.

Wrap up your work week the right way at Barangaroo Markets. Shop artisan gifts and soak up the good vibes.

Ryan Holiday on stoicism for the modern world

NSW’s top poets go head to head live, judged by the crowd, in one night of raw spoken word.