Sydney

From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.

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

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Australia’s most engaging art event

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

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.

Join us as we explore the uncanny connections between democracy, the game of cricket and the NSW Parliament.

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

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

Exhibiting now in the You're Okay front window at the City of Sydney Creative Studios.

Award-winning author Anna Funder live on stage, revealing the stories behind the stories.

A sensory adventure across ice and water for ages 4+

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

It's our story to be told.

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

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!

Live Jazz at Curtains Jazz Club

Basia latest series of work ‘Sydney Through a Migrant’s Palette’ portrays the natural Sydney Harbour landscape

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

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

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

Exhibiting now in the 'you're okay' foyer at City of Sydney Creative Studios is 'Gleaning for Plastics' by Rox de Luca

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

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

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

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

Mary Benvenuto | Lei Feng | Fergus Berney-Gibson | India Jablonski | Fiona Verity | Daniel He Wang

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

The five star West End sensation

Verdi’s classic opera offers hit tunes, glamour, grit, lust and revenge, with a revolving set and a Fiat 500.

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

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

Gentle movement for strength and flexibility in Sydney CBD

Want to record your own music but not sure where to begin? The Brand X Tech Team are running a Tech Talk on recording.

Discover marine creatures, collect stamps, complete activities and meet Isabelle!

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

Step into the glamour of the 1950s with a fashion presentation, storytelling, cocktails & hors d’oeuvres.

Let’s waltz, let’s sway the night away. It’s time for a little romance.

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 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.

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

A celebration of Jewish culture and the stories that shape us

Featuring 30 artist from Korea and Australia

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

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

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

A conversation about the Library’s vital family history research, including the ethics and challenges that arise.

A father’s curse, a daughter’s fate. As innocence is shattered, revenge becomes the only prayer.

Frances Keevil presents an evocative exhibition by Anna Glynn, blending Eastern and Western artistic traditions.

Start your little one’s cinematic journey with fortnightly screenings at the Art Gallery of NSW.

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

Impact Live brings together live music, inspiring conversations and extraordinary stories from people creating changes.

Term 2 2026

Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels

A Wednesday lunchtime escape concert of delightful music at St James by young performers

A full night of pop queen anthems with DJs playing Sabrina, Billie, Chappell, Taylor, Olivia, Charli XCX and more

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.

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

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

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

Find you inner peace amidst the hustle of the city

Orange & Canberra Wine Dinner at Parliament House

Join leading economist Danielle Wood as she shares insights on leadership, the economy, and Australia’s future.

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

Celebrate tattoo art and contemporary culture with two free exhibitions in Sydney’s historic Town Hall.

Orange + Canberra Wine Dinner, with Philip Shaw + Eden Road Wines at NSW Parliament House

Acoustic Cult Classics Every Thursday

Explore the world of opera in these delightful weekly talks abundantly illustrated with audio and visual excerpts

They will say a story ended, those who cannot understand, no-one’s story ends forever, our Dreaming is forever.

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

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

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

Sydney Tattoo Convention 2026 | Australia's Premier Tattoo Expo. 250+ artists, live tattooing & entertainment. 7–9 Aug.

A new opera based on Leah Purcell’s groundbreaking adaptation of Henry Lawson’s classic short story.

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.

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

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience!

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

Cellist Nicolas Altstaedt and lutenist Thomas Dunford put the rockstar in baroque.

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

Sydney's Biggest and Hottest Bollywood Night. Join Us Every Saturday,

Late Nights | Live Music

Join us for a fun and relaxed walking tour through Sydney’s hidden laneways.

Cruise golden hour with InTooDeep - multi‑level music, sunset views & an electric Sydney Harbour crowd.

For lovers of Reggaeton and Latin Music

Revisit the early films of one of the most prolific and provocative voices in contemporary cinema.

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

Sydney 40+ singles: walk, hunt clues, connect. Real people, real fun, ending with a free drink.

Local DJs bring the vibes

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

Nedd Brockmann brings a special fundraising event to the Sydney Opera House

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

Experience the World's Largest Fun Run and join us on 9 August 2026.

Solo Bach cantatas with Miriam Allan

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

Enjoy men's futsal competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Enjoy mixed futsal competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Get back to your desk glowing.

Indulge two course lunch at State Parliament House in Sydney

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

Ballet's event of the year returns to this August. World-class stars, limited tickets

Enjoy mixed and men's basketball competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Enjoy volleyball competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

Learn how behind-the-scenes expertise shapes how library collections are organised, discovered and understood.

Sopranista Maayan Licht makes his Australian debut - in style!

Where the future of events take shape

Professor Hans Pols explores the origins of community mental health in Australia.

10 emerging choreographers with and without disability come together to explore choreography and collaboration

Enjoy a vibrant lunchtime concert with the NSW Police Band at St James

A night where baroque fire meets rock-star glamour

The woman who inspired Vivaldi. The story history almost forgot.

Get ready for the ultimate glow-in-the-dark playground

Acclaimed McLaren Vale Grenache winery meets Mark Best's sky high cuisine

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

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

For analytical minds ready to think with greater flexibly. Solve problems creatively under pressure using applied improv

Four courses, five Karu gin cocktails and one delicious reason to spend Saturday at Birdie.

Join us for a one-day science bonanza, jam-packed with science shows and activities for kids of all ages!

Back with refreshing representations on Taiwanese and Global Asia cinemas

Afternoon of entertainment with new songs, guest artists in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia

Sydney Harbour's ultimate throw back cruise

Learn how to raise your status, handle difficult personalities, think on your feet. Shift power dynamics in real time.

Professional training for Local & International stages. 5-day / 5 week course! 50 years exp, Trained 1600+ comics

High-energy, beginner-friendly introduction to the thrilling world of stand-up comedy

Discover some of the best new works publishing this season, featuring readings from established and emerging writers.

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

A whisky dinner experience with spanish flavour

Discover Ralph Clark’s deeply personal First Fleet journal and the questions it raises.

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

Uniquely Australian artists, showcasing a diverse range of styles, mediums and creative perspectives in the Royal Botanic Gardens

Australia's finest classical musicians from home and around the world return in August

Justice Keith Mason interviews Dr Mark Fowler about his book Beauty and the Law

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

Painting and sculpture by Pollyxenia Joannou and Nuha Saad

Celebrate 40 years of Daffodil Day in Sydney

A star-studded tribute to the voice that stopped the world — celebrating the 100th birthday of Joan Sutherland.

A star-studded tribute to the voice that stopped the world — celebrating the 100th birthday of Joan Sutherland

The 17th Korean Film Festival in Australia (KOFFIA) returns to Sydney

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

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience!

Starting at Customs House, you will discover some of Sydney’s CBD architectural masterpieces with a trained AAA guide

Music. Sun. Cold drinks. Summer hits different on the water.

A morning of top gardening advice and hands-on propagating.

Sydney Harbour comes alive with Throw Back! 3 levels, rooftop views, and all your favourite throwback tunes.

Vera Blue returns to Sydney in support of her upcoming album, Modern Rituals.

Experience classical music in one of Sydney’s historical landmarks

Dine your way around Sydney Opera House

After all their lies, what happens next?

Be informed - Cybre Protection and Cybre Warfare Lecture + an Enigma Machine Demonstration

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

August Pick: The First Murderer I Ever Met by Mark Dapin

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

Hear from three members of our prestigious Artist in Residence program about their creative responses to the Library.

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

Poetry’s night of nights

In-person workshop with poet Evelyn Araluen exploring craft, form and self-expression.

What if you could look 10 years into the future of Sydney's Creative Industries with defiant optimism?

An Aussie and a Russian walk into a bar...

Step out of the cold and into the red-hot divine decadence that is: CABARET L' ROUGE!

Be transported through improvisation and sound as the Hilary Geddes Quartet play music from the album Redleaf.

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

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience

Discover the art of bonsai through expert guidance, practical techniques, and insider knowledge.

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

Throw Back returns: 3 levels, 2 stages, epic house beats, and a Sydney Harbour cruise you can’t miss

Original score of Christopher Nolan’s ‘Memento’, by Michael “CAVS” Cavanagh

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

The Way We Were - a concert experience.

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

In Conversation w Duncan McNab & Michael Duffy

Enjoy mixed basketball competitions in the heart of Sydney CBD

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

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

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

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

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

Hamed Sadeghi ‘Comfortable’ album launch + Zela Margossian Quintet

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady comes to Australia to celebrate 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut

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

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

At the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall

Distilled and delightful, tiny opera at its best.

Sydney’s ultimate nightlife experience

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

The Australia Institute

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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)

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

Discover the stories hidden in photographic collections.

An immersive new multimedia work created by Skye McIntosh, Artistic Director of the Australian Haydn Ensemble

Sydney's iconic adults-only museum party is back for a night of devilish fun!

A murder mystery dinner experience

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

Build skill, confidence and presence with The Actors Co.

For 14-17 year olds who love music

Immerse yourself in the world of still life painting over two inspiring days.

Missy Higgins plays her only Sydney show for 2026 on the harbour, at Fleet Steps, Mrs Macquaries Point.

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

Join us as The Teskey Brothers celebrate 10 years of Half Mile Harvest with a one-off Sydney show on the harbour.

The voice of an era returns to Sydney

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A critical exploration of First Nations engagement with archives, and the work of re-reading and reframing collections.

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

Ryan Holiday on stoicism for the modern world

Brett Weymark leads the Festival Chorus and three fantastic soloists in Benjamin Britten’s powerful denunciation of war.

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

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

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

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

Scene Theatre Sydney presents a witty and thought-provoking stage adaptation of Jaroslav Hašek’s celebrated comic novel

Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sir Stephen Hough returns to Australia with a captivating piano recital.

Experience Melbourne Cup in style aboard a 3.5-hour lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour!

Experience a stunning explosion of colour, fun and music, in Justin Peck’s Copland dance episodes.

Introduction to the traditional Japanese bamboo flute

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

Learn practical techniques for healthy, efficient and enduring vocal use

Experience an unforgettable evening with legendary cellist Mischa Maisky, joined by his daughter, pianist Lily Maisky.

An evening with Richard Dawkins on the legacy of ‘The Selfish Gene’

Discover why public libraries matter more than ever as AI and digital technologies reshape their role.

Sydney Peace Award Ceremony and Lecture to honour our 2026 recipient, Jennifer Robinson

Experience Diwali on Sydney Harbour with Bollywood beats and Indian flavours

Showcasing the magnificence of the voice

The Latvian Radio Choir spreads its wings and soars with recorder queen Genevieve Lacey

Shakespeare’s most haunting thriller follows the story of Macbeth, a Scottish general, famed for his exploits.

Hot Dub on the Harbour is back again, and this time celebrating 5 magical years

Summer starts with us.

An Agatha Christie inspired theatre experience

Seduction, ambition and divine consequence

Free tour por Sídney en Español

Messiah is back for 2026. Join us for all the seasonal grandeur and joy of Handel’s best-loved oratorio. Hallelujah!

Experience the comfort and tradition of Lessons and Carols: familiar carols, philosophical readings and singalong carols

Gather your besties and cruise aboard The Jackson

’Tis the season to indulge in a magical Christmas dining experience.

This Christmas Day, take lunch to new heights above Sydney Harbour.

Enjoy Silver Spirit Sydney, our luxury motor yacht

Don't miss some of Australia’s most beloved comedians at the 2026 Sydney Comedy Revue at the iconic State Theatre

Eclipse boasts luxurious comfort, stability and superb dining.

Celebrate NYE on Karisma 2 with all-inclusive dining, drinks, DJ entertainment and spectacular fireworks views.

Ring in 2027 at Altitude with elevated dining, panoramic views and a front row seat to Sydney’s iconic fireworks.

Ring in the New Year in luxurious style!

Cruise aboard Sydney’s most prestigious ship for the harbour spectacular

Celebrate NYE on Aussie Magic with canapés, standing buffet, all-inclusive drinks and fireworks views on Sydney Harbour.

Welcome 2027 with uninterrupted views of Sydney’s iconic fireworks!

Enjoy luxury on Sydney Harbour, free flowing champagne, fine wine, onboard chef and the best views

Celebrate your most unforgettable New Year’s Eve aboard The Jackson, with Sydney Harbour as your backdrop.

Exclusion Zone Access - Best view of the fireworks!

NYE Sydney Harbour Cruise 2026 | All inclusive | Open air deck

Incredible view of the fireworks and all night live DJ.

3 Level Party Boat Prime Position in Fireworks Exclusion Zone

Seventh Wonder performs Fleetwood Mac return to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Rumours.