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The world's most beautiful cinema

Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW

Experience the largest exhibition of Ron Mueck’s work ever seen in Australia.

Join Market City’s 7-week Lunar New Year Festival with free performances, workshops, giveaways & authentic Asian dining.

Celebrating prize-winning photographs from 2018 to 2023

Hit the court and keep fit

Grab your mates and come and try the fastest growing sport

Explore the art and lives of 50 trailblazing women artists in the major exhibition

Voyage back in time to the early stories of Australians in Antarctica through the journeys of SY Aurora.

Visit Australia's oldest Parliament and take a seat where laws are made in a free guided tour

Through intimate guided tours, we tell the stories of everyday families who helped shape Sydney.

Love basketball? Enter a social or corporate basketball team

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

Enter a social or corporate futsal team in this regular competition in The Rocks.

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

Discover rare and beautiful works by contemporary artists, from the Library’s little-known collection of artists’ books.

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

A 1 hour class suitable for all levels

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in an extraordinary exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners.

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

What is born at night and dies by dawn? What is hot as flame, yet gives no light? What is the ice that gives off fire?

A new video installation by acclaimed filmmaker and artist Apichatpong Weerasethakul

Journey through the MCA with this activity trail designed for kids and their families.

Discover the work of 2025 Anzac Memorial Veteran Artist in Residence, Hugh Semple.

Join Australia’s largest summer public library reading challenge for kids and young people aged up to 18 years.

A fun, engaging and hands on exhibition where children and their caregivers build the city of tomorrow!

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

‘Summer of Jazz’ at Curtains Jazz Club

Data Dreams considers AI and its impact on contemporary life through the work of 10 visionary artists.

The MCA’s 2025 Circular Quay Foyer Wall commission

Turn “I’m bored” into “Can we do that again?” with an day out where kids step into stories instead of staring at screens

Exhibiting in the 'you're okay' front window at the City of Sydney Creative Studios is Red Rey's 'Floorplay'.

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

Interval training using both conditioning and strength tools

Free weekly music production sessions for young people (15-26). Professional studio, mentorship & safe creative space.

Summer themed 2 course lunch $65 per person

Improve your basketball skills and have fun with your friends

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

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

Fire. Water. Beauty. Darkness. When love is lost, what is left behind?

A woman with a dream meets a man with a desire, but their marriage ripples into sweeping tragedy. A must-see opera.

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

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

In this public art installation, the watchers are also the watched.  

Experience beauty, drama and power

Read, rest and imagine together

An annual exhibition profiling emerging Australian artists aged 35 years and under.

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

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

These Summer holidays explore Sydney’s fascinating history through fun and unique museum experiences.

School Holiday Fun at Ultimo Community Centre

Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshop

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

Savour our Signature Afternoon Tea, inspired by Victorian elegance era

Dive into an Underworld Adventure with SpongeBob at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium!

Meet Jake Sully

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer

More Play. More Fun. One Big Summer Festival!

Take in the stunning Sydney skyline and create unforgettable memories

Explore the city on a comfortable and informative tour, traveling in a climate-controlled bus with experienced guide.

Explore Sydney Harbour’s icons & the lively new Fish Markets on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise.

Discover Sydney's history, secrets and art hiding in plain sight

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

Tim Ross casts his eye across the State Library’s archive to explore ideas of home and the Australian dream of home ownership.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

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

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

A colourful, touchable, wearable play space created by artist Hossei

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

A 3D photography exhibit detailing stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with disabilities.

A solo presentation of significant ceramic installations by Yasmin Smith.

A free nightly event celebrating First Nations culture

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

The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day.

New workouts for every day of the week

A multi-disciplinary exhibition spanning printmaking, sculpture, video and graphic design.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

Australia's first and only national yoga program for first responders, emergency services and military veterans

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

Keep active and maintain your fitness

For social and corporate teams, at lunchtime and after business hours

A new concert film that captures Yorke’s iconic performances at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt

In Case You Missed It: Your Big Screen Catch Up

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

For all fitness levels

Discover a world of wedding inspiration set right on the water in Pyrmont

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

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

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

You’re invited to the party of the summer

Sublime choral performances by Australia’s leading ensembles

Join us at the Banish Sustainability Hub for a 90-minute interactive recycling session designed for kids aged 8 and up!

A riot of theatre and roller derby – fierce and funny as

The stars align for an unforgettable Sondheim celebration

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

Learn how to make your own manga style comics in this introductory workshop

Free weekly class in Cantonese and English

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

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

Join Sydney's most unique nightlife - focusing on the best bars in Sydney's city centre.

Free films every Wednesday in The Rocks' iconic surrounds.

Mov'in Bed Returns to Barangaroo to Celebrate

Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank is brought to life!

Join us to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the classic cult movie ‘Labyrinth’ at Sydney Opera House!

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!

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

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

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

A fun and interactive morning designed to inspire creativity.

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Where Australians and internationals meet

Step into art at the MCA on Wednesday 21 January 2026 for Telstra Free Day.

Create and decorate a colourful frame for a mirror!

School holiday family flicks at Sydney Opera House!

Debut feature film ‘Pasa Faho’ is showing at Sydney Opera House, along with a post-screening Q&A

Master coding with our Sphero Bolt robot workshop

An evening of new short films at Sydney Opera House, curated in collaboration with Music In Exile

Dynamic city orientation tour, featuring history, architecture, a delicious foodie stop & sunset harbour cruise to finish

Summer nights, cocktail buckets and a dancefloor that doesn’t slow down.

Immersive whiskey masterclass exploring how sound shapes flavour, premium drams with bites in our historic sandstone bar

Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank

Have fun and make new friends playing soccer with other women.

Build strength and flexibility through this mind and body practice

Discover an electrifying lineup of free movies, great food and buzzing summer nights from 8 to 25 January.

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Join us for a 45 minute class, no experience necessary

Join us for the magical tale of Frozen in a fun 45 minute dance and craft class

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

One dress. Four countries. An audience of billions.

Little heroes-in-training will dance, groove, and unleash their inner K-pop Demon Hunter in this high-energy workshop

MCA now opening late on Thursdays

Get ready to mix, play, and make your own colourful masterpiece in this hands-on colour mixing workshop!

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

Come and play table tennis

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

A two hour evening walking tour which looks into the darker side of The Rocks

Sydney, it’s time to change musical theatre history

Sample a range of regional Chinese snacks while discovering Chinatown's secrets

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

Make your very own computer-generated artwork using coding

Push your creativity to the next level with advanced coding techniques!

The 11th Annual SF3 SmartFone Flick Fest Gala Finals and Awards at the Sydney Opera House!

A guided, sober movement journey inspired by iconic 90s electronic music

The world's biggest smartphone film festival is back this Summer with the best short and feature films

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.

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

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

Barangaroo's urban oasis for swimming, sunning, and live music this summer!

In case you missed it: your big screen catch up

Fire up the fun with a spectacular display along the harbour's edge

A collective video game experience played by the audience

A narrative driven walking tour of Sydney's CBD for locals and tourists

A classical concert in the QVB, featuring expert & upcoming musicians in a range of instruments.

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

Former Organist of St James Church visits Sydney for special concert

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

School holiday family flicks at Sydney Opera House!

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

View Sydney's first major exhibition of works by Mary Tonkin - one of Australia's leading en plein air painters.

Multi-platinum duo Loud Luxury take over Side Bar 24 Jan. Big anthems, festival energy and a huge Saturday night til 4am

Experience the future of storytelling at the 11th Annual SF3 Kids Screening & Award at Sydney Opera House

Join us for the Saturday Film Club, pairing a contemporary classic with a discussion featuring Alexei Toliopoulos

Join us for Zumba every Saturday to get fit, make friends and have fun

In case you missed it: your big screen catch up

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

School holiday family flicks at Sydney Opera House!

In case you missed it: your big screen catch up

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

See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.

Mini-fest brings together Persian belly dancing, First Nations truth telling, artistry, music and more.

Watch the festivities from the water in style

See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge

Enjoy uninterrupted views of the harbour show with a 3-hour food & beverage package

Celebrate Australia Day with us, honouring local produce and the heritage of First Nations ingredients.

Be a part of the Ferrython on Sydney Harbour.

Spend your evening on the water and see Sydney Harbour lit up by fireworks during the January long weekend.

House music, harbour views & Aussie vibes - Yeah Buoy is back for the ultimate aussie boat party

Learn dance steps to enjoy the many top dance songs of all time

Who’s that nibbling at my house? I’ll lure them in with sweets to eat, a child is a witch’s favourite treat!

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

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

Nibble, nibble, little mouse, who’s that nibbling at my house?

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

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

How has the education of officers evolved throughout our history? Good leaders are crucial to a good defence force

Re-running through green lights: Best in Festival Fringe winner returns by popular demand

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

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

The rise and fall of The Garden Palace.

Experience some of Australia’s most compelling musicians soundtrack Sydney’s golden hour.

Inventor of the World Wide Web

Experience the soul of the Middle East with an unforgettable night of music, dance, and culture.

From sunset to twilight, gather with us to experience Nū perform an immersive 3-hour set.

From ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ to ‘Free Bird’ — an unforgettable night of strings and light.

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience!

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

The Art Gallery Society of New South Wales’ 2026 concert series starts with a bang as the Dan Barnett Big Band.

Play gongs, metallophones and drums that interlock to create mesmerising melodies and rhythms

Our concert journeys through the Baroque period to discover the power, passion and pathos of music.

Join ETTE MEDIA’s Jan Fran and Antoinette Lattouf for their debut live show ‘IT’S A NO FROM ME’

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Pyrmont

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

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

Join us as we capture Sydney – from the light of day, to the dark of a Summer's night.

Gym and fitness activities

6- week course Beginner 1 - no previous dance experience. Beg 2 - have some prior experience

Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

An Exhibition of Impressionist Urban Landscapes Depicting Sydney's Inner West

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing

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

Unleash your rhythm with the powerful art of Taiko drumming!

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

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

A safe space to hang out

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

Canadian duo Ocie Elliott return to Sydney, bringing their heartfelt harmonies and gentle acoustic sound back to Sydney.

Nordic architecture and design: Nature, form and function

Learn to share stories with friends and family in this fun workshop with writer Gary Paramanathan.

Have fun making and creating at this festive session for ages 8 to 12 years and their caregivers.

Embrace your creativity and immerse yourself in First Nations weaving practices

A series of walking tours around Tallawoladah/The Rocks.

A series of spectacular Organ Recitals on the St James Dobson Organ

With Art of the Score & the Sydney Symphony

Behind the scenes tour of the orchid glasshouses at the Royal Botanic Gardens

In this talk, Julie Ewington explores the enduring attraction of Provence.

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

Experience a hidden gem of French culture at the Brittany Down Under Festival!

Everyone’s a critic. Especially your friends.

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring laser cutting and STEAM skills

Hay Street lights up with this vibrant lantern installation

Welcoming the Lunar New Year with light, warmth and optimism in the heart of Chinatown.

Struggling with infertility and a stalled acting career, Gia wants to play Ophelia one last time.

A Stephanie Trick and Paolo Alderighi in Concert

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a whiskey cocktail, premium tastings, and bites in an intimate historic setting.

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Street flag artworks at Sydney Lunar Festival

Ensemble singing at its most profound

This three-course fine dining experience with chef Vanessa Harcourt, brings together cuisine and culture.

An hilarious ‘upside down’ take on the hit Netflix series ‘Stranger Things’ in all its campy 80s glory

Enjoy an hour of great music in an intimate and engaging listening environment

Hair-raising Orchestral Favourites

Ultra Violet is glowing, femme-charged frequency signalling the first night of Mardi Gras 2026.

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

From sunset to twilight, experience Aarti Jadu Ensemble perform an immersive 3-hour set.

Barnardos Australia’s annual fundraising art show is returning and this year, we’re making an even bigger impact!

A glowing, femme-charged frequency signalling the first night of Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2026

Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2025 in style at Luna Lu & Bar Lulu

Take your love to new heights this Valentine’s Day.

Mark your calendars for the biggest street party of the year

Be inspired by the City of Sydney Archives to create a relief print reflecting the vibrant history of Sydney Mardi Gras

A full-day workshop in crafting fine art prints and textiles, inspired by Pasifika storytelling and techniques.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Como Italian!

Enjoy an intimate four-course dining experience with stunning harbour views

Enjoy a set menu in the CBD's favourite European bistro.

Shell House Dining Room & Terrace presents a spectacular Lobster & Chablis menu to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

A range of bespoke experiences to celebrate Valentine's Day in style.

Casual and social, The Wine Bar – Good Food Guide's Drinks List of the Year Winner – is your V day Destination.

Gain insight into artworks ‘Ancient Feelings’ and ‘Bent Forms #1–#4’ at the Museum of Contemporary Art

Indie rock band PRYVT hits Australia performing their newly released album Back To Reality.

Explore the beautifully fluid medium of watercolour

Celebrate the Year of the Horse With Us!

When the audience become diners in the ‘Faulty Towers’ restaurant, pretty much anything can happen....

Develop your manga art skills in this monthly workshop and learn techniques to level up your art style.

Join Wonder Mama on her fabulous walking tour of Sydney's LGBTQIA+ hub

Kick start 2026 networking with a bang – at least 4 ways to build connection and opportunity

A panel of critics previews the year ahead in culture — from literature and film to music, ideas and emerging voices.

Would you like to be active & make friends while seeing the city at night?

World-renowned chef, restaurateur, and author Ottolenghi invites you to a night of culinary adventure and storytelling.

Celebrate family, cultural diversity and inclusiveness.

Sexy, scandalous and sweet

World premiere of The Great Gatsby: A Jazz Ballet Odyssey opens at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from 19 February.

A special lecture with Associate Professor Huw Griffiths from The University of Sydney

Fran Lebowitz returns, unleashing her chain-smoking, coffee-drinking New Yorker bite on the world

The festival’s signature rollicking debate takes to the State Library of NSW stage for a special Mardi Gras edition

Redefining possibilities for women in leadership

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

Passionate performers ring in the Lunar New year with drumming, dance, flamboyance and skill

Gain a better understanding of mind, body and spirit through the different forms of Kung Fu and Qigong

A journalist’s quest to understand his mother’s past leads him to discover a vanished China

From sunset to twilight, experience Keanu Nelson performing an immersive 3-hour set.

Opera’s greatest late-night party is back for more. More music. More glitz. More laughs.

A wonderful celebration of culture, community and friendship

Get hands-on experience at the Darling Square Library Makerspace

Steven Miller guides you through Puglia's diverse history of art and culture.

Learn how to create 3D models for engineering, prototyping, and product design using Onshape, a cloud-based CAD tool

Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience

Come celebrate Lunar New Year with Ho Jiak Town Hall

A musical celebration of the Lunar New Year