City centre

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

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.

MCA Australia's annual exhibition of exciting new work by Australian artists aged 35 and under.

Real conversations, one walk at a time

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

An unmissable month of art, comedy, poetry, music and more.

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

Where stories become a movement

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

Hit the court and keep fit at these drop in sessions.

Part singalong, part piano bar, all party!

Featuring iconic hits from the 1960s and inspired by the energy of the Swinging Sixties

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.

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

Keep active and maintain your fitness

Discover the joy of singing

Self-guided scavenger hunt

Join us for a 45 minute class, no experience necessary

For all fitness levels

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

Africa Film Fest Australia returns to Sydney from 3 to 6 September 2026

Art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating the many avatars of Vishnu

It's our story to be told.

BonkerZ is back with a whole new show. Catch A Rising Comic features some of the cities hottest up and comers & newbies.

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

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

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

Watch films beneath the iconic sails this September

Step above the ordinary with our limited-edition Cloud High Tea at Paradox Sydney.

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

Contemporary art from the collections of MCA Australia and Tate Modern

A living, evocative portrait of Australian contemporary dance

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

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

Strength training and aerobic exercise to improve balance and flexibility

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

Everyday life transformed into objects of wonder.

Flowers. Flavours. Sounds

A fashion-fuelled cabaret

Unwind in style with the sweet, soulful sounds of Australian jazz

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Find your creative spark in this fortnightly collage workshop and enjoy learning about this fun and accessible art form

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

An Evening Inside An Icon

Come and play table tennis

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

Back with refreshing representations on Taiwanese and Global Asia cinemas

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.

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

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.

Four choreographers. One intimate evening. Up close with the dancers in the Neilson Studio.

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

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution

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

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

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

Hear the story of a colonial mansion in Woollahra

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

Celebrating the creativity, talent and diversity of staff across the organisation.

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.

Step into an enchanting spring garden, with complimentary creative workshops and bespoke gelato

Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures

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

This is a unique opportunity to feast your senses on an evening of delectable hors d'oeuvres, light-hearted food history

Kickstart your Friday with a free HIIT running session at Barangaroo

Seduction, sophistication, and unforgettable entertainment

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

Enjoy mixed basketball competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Come work on your stitching skills in a relaxed, social environment

Monthly forum for reading and reviewing fiction or non-fiction books

Returning to Sydney after their 2023 tour, deca joins presents a newly reimagined live performance in 2026—A Brief Stop.

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

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

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

Join us for our monthly walk to different parts of our beautiful city.

Strengthen and stretch your entire body

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

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.

12-hour team spin bike challenge to raise funds for sick kids

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.

Build strength and flexibility through this mind and body practice

Non-stop DJ sets, singalongs and pure energy – let’s party through the decades

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

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

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

Weave a rug in a day using upcycled materials

Get hands-on experience with our maker kits, microscopes, marble-run, wind-tube, electronics and robotics kits

Soak in the sunshine and Harbour views

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

Late Nights | Live Music

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

Make this Father's Day Unforgettable

Exclusive $72 per person Banquet Menu (À la carte also available!)

Sunset house vibes on a Sydney Harbour cruise with 3 levels, 2 stages, open‑air rooftop & DJs all afternoon.

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

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

A dog-friendly Moon Festival lunch with "Tsukimi" themed food, tea, pup treats, live illustrations and fundraising

Every Saturday in September, step into Cloud World for Pop Star Martinis, light bites and pink fairy floss.

A special screening of the classic film 'Dead Poets Society' with an introduction by the director, Peter Weir.

Textiles, Textile art, Calligraphy and Paper arts Collaborative group exhibition

Hamed Sadeghi ‘Comfortable’ album launch + Zela Margossian Quintet

Visit Australia’s national sail training ship, STS Young Endeavour for one day only!

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

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

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

Join us for the Wesley LifeForce Suicide Memorial Service to honour lives lost and support those affected by suicide.

Sunday vibes at Ultimo: paint your own Australian landscape

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

Dad's go free!

He’s No Ordinary Dad. He Deserves an Out-of-this-World Father’s Day.

A one-off Sunday of extra special dishes, including lobster pasta and juicy porchetta.

A generous Father’s Day buffet • Live six-piece jazz • One of Sydney’s grandest heritage dining rooms

Celebrate Father’s Day with DIY hand rolls, beef ribs, dessert and a complimentary Kirin Beer for Dad.

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

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

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

Experience an unforgettable afternoon of music with Mezzotono, one of Italy's most celebrated vocal ensembles.

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

Treat dad to 3 sensational hours on Sydney Harbour, delicious surf and turf lunch and live music!

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

Make this Father’s Day unforgettable with a modern Asian feast designed for celebration.

Celebrate the Greek way

Laughter, love and delicious food!

This Father’s Day, treat dad to the freshest seafood and one of Sydney’s best harbour views.

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.

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

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

Stay active and have fun

Gym and fitness activities

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

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

Come and celebrate Women's Health Week at Pyrmont Community Centre.

Promoting flexibility, joint mobility, and a quiet mind

Join City historians for a guided walk and learn about Pyrmont’s rich history, stories, places and audio recordings.

A fun racquet sport suitable for all ages

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories

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

Interrupting the Pressure Effect: Protecting What Matters at Work and in Life

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

Learn basic crochet skills and work on a project

Richard Ovenden, Head of the Bodleian Libraries, presents the 2026 David Scott Mitchell Oration.

Free weekly class suitable for beginner and intermediate level learners

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

An introduction to laser cutting and printmaking using the City of Sydney's photographic archives

Join us for a thought-provoking talk exploring how AI could reshape the creative industries.

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

Monthtly Book Club at Pyrmont Community Centre

Celebrate the launch of ‘Palimpsest’, a new collection of student poetry, with Story Factory and the State Library of NSW.

Come behind the scenes to see the Conservation Laboratory and the work undertaken by the Collection Care Branch.

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

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 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

Discover Sydney’s rich maritime heritage beyond the walls of the museum.

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

Taste Borgogno’s extraordinary new 2021 Barolos over an intimate Italian dinner at Osteria Luna.

Jewellery designer to the stars brings her trunk show back to Sydney.

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

Join us for this free session to help you discover your past.

Exclusive experiences at the Anzac Memorial this History Week.

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

A refined lunchtime concert of flute and piano at St James

Where Australians and internationals meet

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

A book club that celebrates great Australian writing, lively conversation and the joy of reading together.

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

Meet other local basketball players and have fun

Discover a unique cultural experience in the heart of Barangaroo

Bruce Scates and Rae Frances will speak about Dr Mary Booth, the woman who shaped the Anzac Legend

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

Discover, Learn and Grow in the Garden!

Join us a relaxed evening of board games, friendly conversation and connection.

Join our friendly women-only session to learn practical tips for staying safe, informed and confident online

Sketch in the galleries after hours.

You are invited to celebrate the opening of To the Owner on Thursday 10 September, 6–7.30pm.

New six-part talk series featuring First Nations trailblazers

Much loved musical celebrates 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut

Register a team for pickleball or dodgeball for this fun one off round robin tournament

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

Join us for a free collage workshop and celebrate City of Sydney Archives 50th Anniversary during History Week 2026

Stories exploring the value of archives and archivists, celebrating the City Archives and the many ways it is used.

Dance fitness with The Jungle Body Sydney

Exploring environmental issues through contemporary art

How My Light is Spent by Alan Harris at KXT on Broadway

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

Stephen Page AO's ‘Reclaim’ celebrates the resistance and resilience of NSW’s First Nations peoples.

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

Three massive days of health, strength, and high-energy inspiration

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

Create your own custom metalwork adornments inspired by Viking Age treasure in a workshop with SquarePeg Studios.

HYROX-Style Bootcamp at Barangaroo You Wellness Month

Night of community, music and celebration

At the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Learn, Taste, Appreciate

Distilled and delightful, tiny opera at its best.

Celebrate Matariki and learn about Māori history in Sydney on a guided walk in The Rocks

Discover and learn about Ultimo's colourful history and why it becomes known as Ultimo with AAA's volunteer tour guide.

Calling All Dancing Queens!

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience

Saturday September 12th - Remembering the famine in Ireland, ancestors, and Irish influence in Australian development

$100 to join creative tech workshop

The sacred, the now, the in-between

Find your calm before the week begins, ease into your Sunday with free sessions to move, breathe and reconnect

Elevate your art: explore advanced watercolour techniques in this hands-on Sunday morning workshop

Two culinary worlds. Two waterfront destinations. A unique collaboration.

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

A full sensory showdown for food lovers

The Australia Institute

Play and create with the latest makerspace kits and electronic gadgets

Bell Shakespeare’s lively script reading series celebrating rarely read classics continues in 2026.

A series of mini-dates with around 10 singles of the opposite sex at Brooksy Bar in the heart of the CBD.

Have a fun night out and meet new people

The challenges of life as an adventure medic, expedition guide and international community development leader.

The Australian Human Rights Institute's Provocation Series debates the future of human rights in the age of AI

A vinous tour of Italy

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

Sublime voices, orchestra, soloists and The Choir of St James with Van Diemen’s Band in beautiful old and new works.

Journey through the world of whiskey with a guided tasting of international drams, in the cosy den of The Doss House.

Join Margo and Rosa on the How We Cook Tour, for a live cooking demonstration followed by an intimate Q+A.

Curator-led tour of Tony Albert: Not a Souvenir, MCA's major winter exhibition

World-class guitar virtuoso and composer, Julian Lage, celebrates the 10th anniversary of debut album, World’s Fair.

The hottest night of jazz and Sinatra like no other

William Barton presents ‘Earth Flow’, a work honouring the living systems of memory and interconnected knowledge.

Experience the ACO as its joyous and inspirational best, performing Mozart’s final trilogy, including the epic ‘Jupiter’

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

Take a trip around the globe with free festivals celebrating food, music and culture from around the world.

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

Beginners Open Mic Comedy Prep course

A fusion of classical, jazz and popular song

SYO joins forces with youth orchestras across the country for the biggest Big Busk yet!

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

Learn how to create a 3D model in virtual reality using Meta Quest headsets and Gravity Sketch

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

Bell Shakespeare’s ‘A Night at the Library’, written by Joanna Erskine, takes audiences on an epic quest.

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

Raising vital funds for Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA)

Experience the art of botanical painting through watercolour

Live music, a lock and key twist, and your first drink included — for singles over 40.

Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free ticketed concert in the heart of the city.

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

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

Celebrate the launch of What the Flora?, a fascinating new book written by Vanessa Fuchs for Botanic Gardens of Sydney.

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

Suzanne Vega performs a career-spanning show with favorites like “Tom’s Diner”, “Luka”, “Marlene On The Wall”, and more

Shakespeare re-told with relish (marmalade, dish soap and other bits and bobs)

An absurd and very silly journey through religion and the body

A conversation about the research, discoveries and curatorial decisions behind the definitive Max Dupain exhibition.

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

For one special night at the Hall, Ben and Georgia join forces to bring the best of their discographies and talent!

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

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