City centre

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.

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

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

Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

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

Learn the basic skills needed to tackle any type of painting.

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

Self-guided scavenger hunt

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

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

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

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

Artisan Crafts: Archival Woodblock Prints Reimagined

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

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

It's our story to be told.

Ceramic Business District

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Enjoy a free outdoor community practice combining gentle exercises & meditation next to the Sydney Harbour.

Pop into the State Library's Learning Centre art studio and discover a range of activities to inspire and delight.

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

Low intensity guided movement techniques to improve your balance, strength, coordination and movement

Skip the small talk this October🚶‍♀️

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

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

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

One of contemporary jazz’s most exciting and distinctive voices

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

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

For more than three decades, Lisa Ono has been the voice of bossa nova for generations of music lovers around the world.

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.

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

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

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

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

A beautiful high tea with a meaningful impact

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.

Australia’s most prestigious art prize for portraiture by women artists.

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

Learn 5 techniques using massage balls & yoga blocks to release tight neck, shoulder, back, hips & legs.

The extraordinary work of Sydney-born Robyn Kahukiwa comes to MCA

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

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

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

A community market for pre-loved and vintage craft supplies, including fabric, yarn and haberdashery.

A week-long festival of games-related events for players and the industry, including board games, video games and more

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

Free two-day food festival on Barangaroo’s harbour foreshore. International cuisines & Native foods.

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

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934.

An evening of live opera with acclaimed tenor Diego Torre, performing highlights from Verdi’s Don Carlo & Il Trovatore.

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

Immerse yourself in the healing space of Aboriginal spirituality, in this authentic and heartfelt meditation workshop.

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

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

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

Discover incredible creatures from land and sea.

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

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.

Sydney's scariest escape room. Face your darkest memories and escape the dark, with a live actor on your trail.

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace Commission

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

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

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 night of stargazing

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 1 hour class suitable for all levels

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

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

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

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

Get back to your desk glowing.

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

Stay active and have fun

Learn how to play the ukulele, hulusi and erhu in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers

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

Comedy, music, cabaret and surprises with Nick Hardcastle at Darling Quarter Theatre.

Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Try something new, build confidence and have fun.

Promoting flexibility, joint mobility, and a quiet mind

New workouts for every day of the week

Stay active during the workweek with free weekly group fitness sessions at Hy-Rocks Fitness Club, in The Rocks.

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

For all fitness levels

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

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!

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

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.

Learn dance steps for the top dance songs of all times

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 8-bit inspired pixel art

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

Haydn fell for his pupil. Shostakovich fell for Tatyana. Satu Vänskä Trio lets their love letters be heard.

Celebrate National Bird Week: Fly in and decorate your own paper lantern

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

Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

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

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

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 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

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

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.

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

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

Where Australians and internationals meet

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)

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

Meet other local basketball players and have fun

Join us for an unforgettable evening where the finest wines of Yangarra Vineyard will be poured at Glass Brasserie

Build strength and flexibility through this mind and body practice

An exploration of the Hunter Valley through one of Australia’s great wine families.

Intimate live music experience featuring international artist Steffania Uttaro

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

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

Free entry. Rare books, maps, prints & ephemera for sale. The Glasshouse, State Library NSW. 22–24 October 2026.

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

A jazz icon returns to Sydney for the 15th annual Sydney International Women's Jazz Festival

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

Visit the City of Sydney Archives for a talk by our archivist on Council Reports 1857-1899 and Hyde Park redesign

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

An Unholy Rebirth – Resurrection and Joy

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 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

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

An evening lecture and discussion by Reverend Dr Andrew Errington in the Progress & Purpose series

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

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

Experience the magic of Steve Clisby live at Cardea for an intimate evening of Jazz, Soul, Gospel & Storytelling.

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

Much loved musical celebrates 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut

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

A seminal force in 21st century jazz, The Bad Plus make their final Australian appearance.

Join art critic John McDonald to explore the evolution of art fairs and their place in today’s global art market.

A conversation between Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche and Matthieu Ricard

Live recording of Pop Culture Parenting to celebrate Creators We Love on Apple Podcasts

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

Explore the forces shaping housing, belonging and the future of home in Australia

Who writes the rules for AI? Explore the global contest over technology, power and the future.

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Hear from the next generation of climate changemakers who are taking action in a myriad of ways. Film screening and talk

Enjoy an hour of wonderful music in the darkness of the crypt of St James Church

Kickstart your Friday with a free HIIT running session at Barangaroo

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

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

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

Explore rebels, outlaws and nonconformists who challenged convention and reshaped art, photography, fashion and film.

Make friends over mahjong!

New contemporary dance works in development from Cassidy McDermott Smith and Shyamla

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

A journey through British and American art song

An evening inside an icon

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

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

Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory with a tour designed for groups that include young children aged 6 and older.

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!

Great seafood deserves a future

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

A witty and thought-provoking stage adaptation of Jaroslav Hašek’s celebrated comic novel

Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience!

A safe space to hang out

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

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

An unforgettable night of impact, philanthropy and chocolate!

Late Nights | Live Music

Explore Indigenous art histories with Australian-based First Nations artists.

Improve your overall health and fitness through the power of movement to music in this fun one hour class.

The Sydney Harbour takeover for a high energy afternoon of house music, open air rooftop vibes and full production sound

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

Two powerhouse piano trios take flight at SIMA's Sydney International Women's Jazz Festival

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

Sydney Harbour with a delicious seafood & carvery buffet, live music and spectacular harbour views in the world!

4 exhilarating hours on Sydney Harbour, delicious food, dazzling entertainment, prizes, giveaways and so much more

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

Experience classical music in one of Sydney’s historical landmarks

Ready to pop the cork on something extraordinary?

Build skill, confidence and presence with The Actors Co.

Sixteen of Australia's best poets take the Opera House stage for one unforgettable night of live verse.

Experience a Sydney landmark event, the colourful Balmain Regatta aboard Sydney Heritage Fleet - Tall Ship James Craig

This is your chance to participate in the Balmain Regatta, a landmark event in Sydney's maritime calendar since 1849.

Beginners Open Mic Comedy Prep course

Unleash your creativity in our fun and social portrait drawing workshop for beginners.

Play fun contemporary favourites with fellow gamers in the city

Dine your way around Sydney Opera House

A free, one-night art exhibition exploring pleasure, craving and the rituals that bring us together.

Strengthen your Spanish while enjoying the library

You’ve heard of the 12 days of Christmas. Now get ready for the 7 days of Halloween and not a silent night among them.

Careers rarely unfold in a straight line | With the Hon. Katrina Hodgkinson | 27 Oct

Watch films beneath the iconic sails this October

A hilarious comedy-pop extravaganza packed with boyband nostalgia, original bangers and red flags.

Dr Rajagopalan, Resident Senior Fellow, ASPI, presents a lecture on Global Nuclear Security and India's Nuclear Program

Strengthen your Spanish while enjoying the library

Stories from cycling through 40+ countries — and how it led to building a cycle touring company in India.

FutureWorldExpoSydney brings together global technology, investors, innovators, researchers to explore the technologies

Delicious plant-based food, with performance, fun games and activities to celebrate love, compassion, and mindfulness

Internationally acclaimed jazz quartet, Aziza: Holland, Potter, Loueke & Harland play Sydney this October

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

Join archivists for a fascinating exploration of the rich history of Haymarket and Ultimo

A 2-day gathering of Indigenous scholars, creatives and allies sharing knowledge and practice.

Returns to the Sydney Opera House by popular demand to perform J.S. Bach's "Goldberg Variations" in October

A public lecture by Linda Jakobson to examine cross-Strait developments

A great night of original jazz from one of Sydney’s emerging trios.

Acclaimed photojournalists Lorrie Graham and Mike Bowers come together to reflect on Lorrie’s trailblazing career.

Embrace the dark this Oíche Shamhna with a hauntingly immersive evening of ghost stories and whisky at The Doss House.

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

Diwali

Ghost Festival is back in The Rocks this October for four nights of Halloween — and entry is free.

Led by curator Luna Wenxin Xu, the session shares insights into building a curatorial practice beyond university

BGF’s HalloQueen Trivia returns this October for a night of laughs, friendly competition and Halloween fun

A relaxed music/talk series at the State Library of NSW

Love basketball? Enter a social or corporate basketball team

Improve your basketball skills and have fun with your friends

A Delicious Indiscretion – Forbidden Fruits, Confessions and Naughty Acts

Raise a glass to the opening of NSW Wine Month with an exclusive wine-paired dinner at Altitude.

Fast, fun Shakespeare in your local pub

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

Get your people and processes working for you – not against you. Find out how you can fast-track your business

Electric Nation Halloween Edition at Tumbalong Park, 30 Oct. 2026. Topic, Bag Raiders, Yolanda Be Cool, KLP and Raffa FL

VOTED BEST CONCEPT PARTY IN THE WORLD! Be prepared for anything. Adults only.

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

An informal lunchtime discussion on the entangled histories and future of science and religion

This is your emergency broadcast system announcing the commencement of the annual Purge!

A Halloween-inspired feast, drinks and live entertainment night.

Take a pause and reconnect with yourself and the natural world

A Halloween night of huge 90s house, Eurodance, trance and party anthems at Cafe del Mar Sydney.

A sensational night of live blues with Muma Jane & Dan Granero Blues Band aboard the magnificent Tall Ship James Craig..

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

Day of the Dead takes over Hay St with Latin rhythms, DJs, live music, costumes, cocktails and spooky surprises.

For one night only, the City Recital Hall foyer will be transformed into a full-blown House of Horrors!

InTooDeep - Halloween Sunset Boat Party - Sydney Harbour - All Onboard Inception - Let's Get Spooky

Free snacks, fun games and great vibes!

Sunset, beats, cocktails, and panoramic Sydney Harbour views - join the Yeah Buoy Sunset Boat Party

The world's biggest smartphone film festival is back proving all you need is a phone and a great idea

Sydney's Biggest Halloween Costume Party on The Harbour + Free After Party

Flaunt your Halloween costume on Sydney Harbour's ultimate boat party!

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

DJs, themed cocktails, themed decor, rooftop vibes, Costumes and friends

Sydney Open returns Sunday 1 November, brimming with buildings and experiences that will unlock a new side to the city.

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

From washes to whispers: A 2.5hr hands-on watercolour journey

Greek long lunch at Sydney Harbour with traditional music, dancing and plate smashing

An ambitious all-Haydn all-period instruments program

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D printing, CAD and STEM skills

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

Race Day at Ho Jiak Town Hall

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Celebrate in style at Cruise Bar & Restaurant and Melba’s rooftop this Melbourne Cup.

Celebrate Melbourne Cup at Callao

Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day at Manzo

Saddle up for our annual Melbourne Cup lunch at Bottega Coco!

Celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with lunch in the elegant heritage surrounds of Cellos Grand Dining Room in Sydney CBD.

Watch the race that stops a nation against a breathtaking Sydney Harbour backdrop!

Gather your frocks, friends and fascinators to celebrate the race that stops the nation.