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Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes
Art Gallery of NSW
Exhibitions
Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes
Australia’s most engaging art event
Peter Kingston
State Library of NSW
Exhibitions
Peter Kingston
A tribute to the unique creative talent of Sydney artist Peter Kingston.
RBG: Of Many, One
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
RBG: Of Many, One
Performed by the incomparable Heather Mitchell, this sell-out portrait piece returns in 2025.
Little Sydney Lives Retrospective
Customs House
Exhibitions
Little Sydney Lives Retrospective
Celebrating prize-winning photographs from 2018 to 2023
PIX: The magazine that changed everything
State Library of NSW
Exhibitions
PIX: The magazine that changed everything
A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.
Who owns the ocean?
Australian National Maritime Museum
Talks, courses & workshops
Who owns the ocean?
Marine Protected Areas promise a healthier ocean – but who really benefits when the boundaries are drawn?
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australian
Australian National Maritime Museum
Children & family
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australian
Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.
Alchemy of a Rainforest exhibition
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Alchemy of a Rainforest exhibition
Explore a vibrant tapestry of life
And Then There Were None
Theatre Royal Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
And Then There Were None
Agatha Christie’s breathtaking masterpiece, And Then There Were None opens at Theatre Royal Sydney in May
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Children & family
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Collect character stamps, discover interesting facts about the inhabitants of SEA LIFE and meet with Isabelle!
Eora by Michael Riley
Museum of Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Eora by Michael Riley
Eora, is a 20-minute digital film that tells the story of Sydney’s First Nations people – before and after colonisation.
Evening GPO Heritage Tour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Evening GPO Heritage Tour
Discover the rich history of the former Sydney General Post Office building
Fashioning the Future
Sydney
Exhibitions
Fashioning the Future
Innovating Design Practices for a Sustainable Tomorrow
Guided walks
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Guided walks
Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll.
Hispana Expo | Edition 01
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Hispana Expo | Edition 01
Hispana Expo honours Latin & Hispanic roots through art, culture & creativity.
Hope by Hiromi Tango
Hyde Park Barracks
Talks, courses & workshops
Hope by Hiromi Tango
A dramatic new art installation by multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango on display at the Hyde Park Barracks
Jazz sessions in The Rocks
The Rocks Square
Music
Jazz sessions in The Rocks
Unwind in style with the sweet, soulful sounds of Australian jazz
Little Sydney Lives 2024: a big world through small eyes.
Customs House
Exhibitions
Little Sydney Lives 2024: a big world through small eyes.
City of Sydney’s children’s photography competition.
Objects from the City of Sydney Civic Collection
Customs House
Exhibitions
Objects from the City of Sydney Civic Collection
Art, history, and stories that define the city.
Piaf! The Show
State Theatre
Music
Piaf! The Show
Experience the mesmerising journey of the iconic French chanteuse, Edith Piaf, in PIAF! THE SHOW
Secret Strike – War on Our Shores
Australian National Maritime Museum
Exhibitions
Secret Strike – War on Our Shores
An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.
Spanish speaking City Tour - Sydney Auténtico
Town Hall House
Tours & experiences
Spanish speaking City Tour - Sydney Auténtico
Discover Sydney's history with a fun & knowledgeable guide throught the city centre, in Spanish
Sydney & The Rocks Walking Tour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney & The Rocks Walking Tour
Discover Sydney's history, secrets and art hiding in plain sight
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour
Explore the city on a comfortable and informative tour, traveling in a climate-controlled bus with experienced guide.
Sydney sightseeing bus tour with Bondi Beach
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney sightseeing bus tour with Bondi Beach
2.5-hour sightseeing guided bus tour.
The Centenary Exhibition
Anzac Memorial
Exhibitions
The Centenary Exhibition
The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.
The Country Cries for Truth: Dr Bronwyn Bancroft
State Library of NSW
Exhibitions
The Country Cries for Truth: Dr Bronwyn Bancroft
A powerful and personal exhibition exploring family, connection to Country and legacies of colonisation.
Tracey Jones Oil Painting – Cultural Baggage
CBD Gallery
Talks, courses & workshops
Tracey Jones Oil Painting – Cultural Baggage
"Cultural Baggage" art exhibition explores memory and meaning in the overlooked remnants of everyday consumer life.
Treasures of the Anzac Memorial
Anzac Memorial
Exhibitions
Treasures of the Anzac Memorial
Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934
Ultimate Depth – A Journey to the Bottom of the Sea
Australian National Maritime Museum
Exhibitions
Ultimate Depth – A Journey to the Bottom of the Sea
Dive deep, explore the five ocean zones
Wildlife photographer of the year
Australian National Maritime Museum
Talks, courses & workshops
Wildlife photographer of the year
See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Daily Service of Remembrance
Anzac Memorial
Community & causes
Daily Service of Remembrance
At 11am each day, the Anzac Memorial pauses for a Service of Remembrance.
Heritage Afternoon Tea
Sydney
Food & drink
Heritage Afternoon Tea
Delight in our Heritage Afternoon Tea, a celebration of heritage and tradition.
The Rocks & Circular Quay Secret Bar Tour with stories
Customs House
Tours & experiences
The Rocks & Circular Quay Secret Bar Tour with stories
Drink and discover on Sydney's best nightlife tour - focusing on the Rocks and Circular Quay every Thursday night.
Free guided highlights tour: Anzac Memorial
Anzac Memorial
Tours & experiences
Free guided highlights tour: Anzac Memorial
Discover the personal stories, stunning Art Deco architecture and commemorative symbolism behind the Anzac Memorial.
Yin yoga lunchtime class
180 George Street
Talks, courses & workshops
Yin yoga lunchtime class
Calm your mind and balance your body in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience
Cirque Du Tease
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Cirque Du Tease
Get ready for a night of sultry and seductive burlesque performances at Cardea’s “Cirque Du Tease” show!
Glitter Party Pub Crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
Glitter Party Pub Crawl
Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience
Latin Nights by the Bay
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Latin Nights by the Bay
We are bringing back the dance heat with another season of Latin Nights by the Bay
Learning Curve 2025: Emotions in 17th-century art
Art Gallery of NSW
Talks, courses & workshops
Learning Curve 2025: Emotions in 17th-century art
Learn how art communicates emotion in this four-part lecture series led by Dr Lisa Beaven
Sail on Duyfken
Australian National Maritime Museum
Tours & experiences
Sail on Duyfken
Join the captain and crew of tall ship Duyfken for a spectacular sail on Sydney Harbour
Side Bar Fridays ft. Saxbeatz
Side Bar Sydney
Music
Side Bar Fridays ft. Saxbeatz
Think pumping house tracks, live sax solos cutting through the dancefloor, and a vibe that keeps you moving!
Adult group piano class (for absolute beginners)
Sydney
Music
Adult group piano class (for absolute beginners)
It's never too late to learn
Sydney Bar Crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
Sydney Bar Crawl
Experience the best of Sydney's nightlife and meet new friends from all around the world on the Sydney Bar Crawl!
Sydney CBD Secret Bar Crawl with Stories
Queen Victoria Building
Tours & experiences
Sydney CBD Secret Bar Crawl with Stories
Join Sydney's most unique nightlife - focusing on the best bars in Sydney's city centre.
Café Nutella Pop-Up
Sydney
Children & family
Café Nutella Pop-Up
For one day only, Sydneysiders will get to enjoy an exclusive taste of the world's favourite choc-hazelnut spread.
CYL Lion & Dragon Dancing
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
CYL Lion & Dragon Dancing
Interested in learning more about Lion & Dragon dancing?
Kids K-pop and hip hop dance classes
Sydney
Children & family
Kids K-pop and hip hop dance classes
Free first time trial for all new kids
NSW Wine Cellar Door at The Rocks Markets
The Rocks Square
Food & drink
NSW Wine Cellar Door at The Rocks Markets
Discover the best of NSW’s wines at the Cellar Door experience next on 17 and 18 May.
QVB History Tours
Queen Victoria Building
Community & causes
QVB History Tours
Experience over a century of history
Rossini in Paris
Sydney Opera House
Music
Rossini in Paris
The ‘final word’ from Rossini with one last opera and a very little solemn mass.
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Castlereagh Boutique Hotel
Theatre, dance & film
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Magic at its close - the ideal way to mark special occasions or enjoy a night out with family and friends.
Travel talks: Unearthing Ancient Greece
Art Gallery of NSW
Tours & experiences
Travel talks: Unearthing Ancient Greece
Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.
Brunch de Carnaval
Sydney
Food & drink
Brunch de Carnaval
Morena welcomes you to Brunch de Carnaval, a Latin American street food feast with free-flowing drinks
Kids at the Con: Term 2
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Children & family
Kids at the Con: Term 2
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
Baby live music playground
Sydney
Children & family
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Discover Oxford Street walking tour with Wonder Mama
Hyde Park
Tours & experiences
Discover Oxford Street walking tour with Wonder Mama
Join Wonder Mama on her fabulous walking tour of Sydney's LGBTQIA+ hub
Family Sunday: Learn to draw with Jade Goodwin
State Library of NSW
Children & family
Family Sunday: Learn to draw with Jade Goodwin
Join illustrator Jade Goodwin for this hands-on Family Sunday workshop!
Family Sunday: Write and illustrate with Dan Marshall
State Library of NSW
Children & family
Family Sunday: Write and illustrate with Dan Marshall
Dan Marshall teaches participants how to write and illustrate fact-based books during Family Sunday!
Family Sunday: Writing workshop with Jacqueline Harvey
State Library of NSW
Children & family
Family Sunday: Writing workshop with Jacqueline Harvey
Join bestselling author Jacqueline Harvey for a writing workshop this Family Sunday!
Soapbox orators in The Domain
The Domain
Talks, courses & workshops
Soapbox orators in The Domain
Sit in a chair in a beautiful park and argue with the ratbags, or get on a ladder and be one
Mahjong Mondays
Chinese Garden of Friendship
Community & causes
Mahjong Mondays
Discover the ancient game of strategy and connection at The Chinese Garden of Friendship.
Pilates lunchtime class
180 George Street
Talks, courses & workshops
Pilates lunchtime class
Increase core strength, improve posture, and prevent injuries in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience.
Darling Harbour Run Club
Darling Quarter
Sport & fitness
Darling Harbour Run Club
Chase your running goals while exploring Darling Harbour, totally free!
Kung Fu classes - try a week free
Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
Kung Fu classes - try a week free
Open to all ages, experience and fitness levels
Frontline Yoga at the Anzac Memorial
Anzac Memorial
Sport & fitness
Frontline Yoga at the Anzac Memorial
Australia's first and only national yoga program for first responders, emergency services and military veterans
Morning tai chi class
180 George Street
Talks, courses & workshops
Morning tai chi class
Balance your mind and body in this free 1-hour classes for all levels of experience
With One Voice community choir: Sydney CBD
Pitt Street Uniting Church
Community & causes
With One Voice community choir: Sydney CBD
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
Hatha yoga lunchtime class
180 George Street
Talks, courses & workshops
Hatha yoga lunchtime class
Build strength, flexibility, and connect with the breath in this free 1-hour class for all levels of experience
Movement & Meditation Classes
Chinese Garden of Friendship
Community & causes
Movement & Meditation Classes
Relieve stress, shift energy and find focus during your lunch break.
Walk for Justice on Pro Bono Day (NSW)
Queen's Square
Community & causes
Walk for Justice on Pro Bono Day (NSW)
Law firms and legal professionals invited to Walk for Justice
Parliament Unpacked: Reporting Parliament
Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
Parliament Unpacked: Reporting Parliament
A panel discussion exploring the role of reporting on the NSW Parliament, including the impact of emerging technology.
Liane Moriarty and David Nicholls
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Liane Moriarty and David Nicholls
International bestselling novelists share the experience of seeing their local stories turn into TV series and films.
Marian Keyes: My Favourite Mistake
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Marian Keyes: My Favourite Mistake
Reigniting life’s spark with love, family and Irish small-town politics
Power of voice with Carmella
180 George Street
Music
Power of voice with Carmella
Develop vocal technique, care and preservation of the voice both in speech and in song singer Carmella Baynie
Vinyasa yoga lunchtime class
180 George Street
Talks, courses & workshops
Vinyasa yoga lunchtime class
Improve heart health and reduce arterial stiffness in this free weekly 1-hour class for all levels of experience
National Simultaneous Storytime 2025
City of Sydney Library
Children & family
National Simultaneous Storytime 2025
Join thousands around the country reading the same story at the same time for NSS 2025
Vivid Sydney Package
Shangri-La Hotel
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Package
With champagne in hand, be mesmerised by Vivid Sydney’s light art of Sydney Harbour.
Jeanette Winterson: 40 Years: Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Jeanette Winterson: 40 Years: Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit
Literary icon reflects on debut that became a classic
SWF Great Debate: True Friends Stab You in the Front
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
SWF Great Debate: True Friends Stab You in the Front
Hilarious Festival favourite that gets provocative, pithy and personal
Opera Australia at St James’ Church
St James Church
Music
Opera Australia at St James’ Church
Experience one of the greatest choral works ever written in a concert performance at Sydney’s historic St James’ Church.
Bankstown Poetry Slam
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Bankstown Poetry Slam
Beloved Sydney institution returns to the Sydney Writer’s Festival with international guest Plestia Alaqad
Samantha Harvey: Orbital
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Samantha Harvey: Orbital
Observing our big blue planet spinning silently beneath us
Secondary School Days
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Secondary School Days
High school students hear from Australia’s most exciting literary talents.
Odyssey Women's Lunch
Sydney
Community & causes
Odyssey Women's Lunch
An afternoon of empowerment & insight
Saltbush & Starlight Dining at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Food & drink
Saltbush & Starlight Dining at Sydney Opera House
Vivid dining and tour of the Sydney Opera House
Sydney’s Most Spectacular Vivid Sydney Lights Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Sydney’s Most Spectacular Vivid Sydney Lights Cruises
Choose one of our popular cruises to witness the magic of Vivid Sydney 2025 from the best vantage point – the water!
Unique Vivid Sydney Cruise – Lights, Cabaret & Dinner
Sydney Harbour
Food & drink
Unique Vivid Sydney Cruise – Lights, Cabaret & Dinner
Treat yourself to a spectacular Vivid Sydney cruising experience coupled with a one-of-a-kind cabaret entertainment.
Vivid Glow Party Pub Crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
Vivid Glow Party Pub Crawl
Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience!
Vivid Lights Cruises – ‘Magistic Two’ Luxury Catamaran
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Lights Cruises – ‘Magistic Two’ Luxury Catamaran
Watch Sydney Harbour burst to life during Vivid Sydney 2025 from the three expansive decks of the 'Magistic Two'.
Vivid Limited Edition Cocktail & Dumpling at Luna Lu
The Rocks Square
Food & drink
Vivid Limited Edition Cocktail & Dumpling at Luna Lu
Celebrate Vivid 2025 with limited edition food, a vibrant cocktail, and signature dumplings made for the occasion.
Vivid Sydney at Blu Bar on 36, Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel
Food & drink
Vivid Sydney at Blu Bar on 36, Shangri-La Sydney
Sip on colourful cocktails and tasty bites while casting your eyes towards vibrant Vivid views of Sydney Harbour.
Vivid Sydney Cruises On The Harbour
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Cruises On The Harbour
Experience the splendour of Sydney’s favourite winter festival from a stunning glass boat
Vivid Sydney Dinner at Altitude, Shangri-La Sydney
Shangri-La Hotel
Food & drink
Vivid Sydney Dinner at Altitude, Shangri-La Sydney
Indulge in a feast for the senses as you dine overlooking Sydney Harbour illuminated in Vivid's light spectacle.
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises with Captain Cook
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruises with Captain Cook
Vivid Sydney lights official on-water dining experiences
Vivid Sydney Dream Lab 3-Course Set Menu
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Food & drink
Vivid Sydney Dream Lab 3-Course Set Menu
Nightly throughout Vivid Sydney at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Vivid Sydney Dream Lab at Grain Bar
Grain Bar
Food & drink
Vivid Sydney Dream Lab at Grain Bar
Epic sensory cocktails with a vibrant Vivid Sydney twist
Vivid Sydney Glow Boat 2025
Darling Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Glow Boat 2025
Hop aboard the Vivid Glow Boat and see Sydney Harbour transform into a brilliant Vivid wonderland!
Vivid Sydney Gold Dinner Cruise with Captain Cook Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Gold Dinner Cruise with Captain Cook Cruises
The quintessential Vivid Sydney gourmet food and wine experience on Sydney Harbour.
VIVID Sydney Harbour Cruises
Circular Quay
Children & family
VIVID Sydney Harbour Cruises
Experience Vivid Sydney from the Harbour!
Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruises – Lights, Sights & Dinner
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruises – Lights, Sights & Dinner
Enjoy the Vivid Lights across the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Barangaroo & harbour foreshore on a Vivid Sydney cruise.
Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruises 2025
Darling Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruises 2025
Experience the lights from the water!
Vivid Sydney Light Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Light Cruises
Vivid Sydney Official Vivid Light Cruises
Vivid Sydney Lights Sightseeing Cruises from Manly
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Lights Sightseeing Cruises from Manly
Vivid Sydney Lights Sightseeing Cruises from Manly
Vivid Sydney Starlight Dinner Cruise with Captain Cook
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Starlight Dinner Cruise with Captain Cook
Quality Australian food, live entertainment and a premium, yet relaxed setting
Vivid Sydney Sunset Dinner with Captain Cook Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Sunset Dinner with Captain Cook Cruises
Sunset Dining to Dazzle the Senses
AAA Sydney city walk
Customs House
Tours & experiences
AAA Sydney city walk
Starting at Customs House, you will discover some of Sydney's CBD architectural masterpieces with a trained AAA guide
Barrie Cassidy and Friends: State of the Nation
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Barrie Cassidy and Friends: State of the Nation
SWF favourite State of the Nation returns bigger and better than ever for an Australian post-election wrap-up.
Brew & Bites by Yulli’s Brews
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Brew & Bites by Yulli’s Brews
This is not your average lunch. It’s Brew & Bites – where every bite and sip is a conversation starter.
Love Shy Art Club Presents MODA Designer 2025
Sydney
Music
Love Shy Art Club Presents MODA Designer 2025
A collision of fashion, music, and light, platforming the next wave of emerging designers.
North Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Music
North Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Gershwin, Dvořák and Herbert
Paint & Play – Kids' Vivid Experience
Sydney
Children & family
Paint & Play – Kids' Vivid Experience
Creativity meets colour with our fun-filled Vivid kids activity.
Silk and saffron: a journey through Cambodia and Laos
Art Gallery of NSW
Tours & experiences
Silk and saffron: a journey through Cambodia and Laos
Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.
Bassically
Sydney
Music
Bassically
Bass vocal music featuring Andrew Bukenya & Jonathon Holmes
Primary School Days
Sydney Town Hall
Children & family
Primary School Days
Sydney Writers’ Festival Primary School Days program is designed to inspire the next generation of readers.
Why We Sleep, Featuring Professor Matthew Walker
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Why We Sleep, Featuring Professor Matthew Walker
How to sleep more deeply for a longer, healthier life
2025 Fiona Wain Oration
Art Gallery of NSW
Talks, courses & workshops
2025 Fiona Wain Oration
The 2025 Fiona Wain Oration, hosted by the Business Council for Sustainable Development Australia
Australia’s civil maritime capability in challenging times
Anzac Memorial
Talks, courses & workshops
Australia’s civil maritime capability in challenging times
Ms Angela Gillham, CEO, Maritime Industry Australia Limited presents this informative lecture - RUSI
Disrupt
Sydney
Nightlife
Disrupt
A dynamic exhibition at Machine Hall featuring art work by young people with lived experience of homelessness.
In Conversation with Martha Stewart
ICC Sydney Theatre
Talks, courses & workshops
In Conversation with Martha Stewart
The legendary Martha Stewart takes the stage at ICC Sydney for an Australian exclusive for Vivid Sydney.
Jazz Upstairs featuring Hannah James Quartet
Sydney
Music
Jazz Upstairs featuring Hannah James Quartet
A rising star of jazz in Australia presents her dynamic new quartet
Lunchtime Concerts at NSW Parliament
Sydney
Music
Lunchtime Concerts at NSW Parliament
Free lunchtime concerts in NSW Parliament's Fountain Court
Women in Media Oration & Dinner – featuring Kitty Flanagan
Dockside Pavilion, Darling Harbour
Food & drink
Women in Media Oration & Dinner – featuring Kitty Flanagan
Black-tie gala dinner event featuring one of Australia's most popular creatives.
Charteris Wines Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Food & drink
Charteris Wines Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
An unforgettable evening discovering vibrant Modern Australian dining & award-winning Australian wines
Dinner and Wine Tasting with Bruce Tyrrell
Sydney
Food & drink
Dinner and Wine Tasting with Bruce Tyrrell
Discover the flavours of NSW: Five-course dinner & premium wine tasting with Bruce Tyrrell at NSW Parliament.
International Brewer's Collective gala dinner
ICC Sydney
Food & drink
International Brewer's Collective gala dinner
An unforgettable evening with the Global Brewing Community
Where Do Ideas Come From? Creativity Inside TIME's Cover
Sydney Town Hall
Talks, courses & workshops
Where Do Ideas Come From? Creativity Inside TIME's Cover
TIME’s Creative Director D.W. Pine—the man behind over 1,000 covers—takes us inside his creative process.
Ghostly garden tours
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Ghostly garden tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Open Mic! with Tom Cardy and Alex Lee
Mary's Underground
Theatre, dance & film
Open Mic! with Tom Cardy and Alex Lee
Vivid Sydney Supper Club is your late-night, cabaret escape at Mary’s Underground.
The Model Makers
Customs House
Exhibitions
The Model Makers
Discover Sydney’s city model – a unique planning tool
GABS Beer Festival
ICC Sydney
Food & drink
GABS Beer Festival
Australia's biggest beer festival is back for a whirlwind three city stop over in April and May
Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service
Anzac Memorial
Community & causes
Indigenous Veterans Commemoration Service
Annual Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander veterans commemoration service
State Library Unplugged
State Library of NSW
Tours & experiences
State Library Unplugged
Switch off, reconnect and take the time to dream at the library this Vivid Sydney.
The Class of ‘85
St James Church
Music
The Class of ‘85
A celebration of three titans of the Baroque
Vivid Party Cruise
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Vivid Party Cruise
4-hour boat party watching the Vivid lights as we dance to top tunes
VIVID Sydney: V-Pop - Mỹ Anh and Chi Xê | Tumbalong Nights
Darling Harbour
Music
VIVID Sydney: V-Pop - Mỹ Anh and Chi Xê | Tumbalong Nights
Vivid Sydney showcases the rising stars of Vietnamese pop in this free exclusive Australian performance.
South-east China: art, nature and cultural heritage
Art Gallery of NSW
Tours & experiences
South-east China: art, nature and cultural heritage
Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.
Whisky masterclass luncheon
Sydney
Food & drink
Whisky masterclass luncheon
Indulging in Glendronach whisky tasting
Cats the Musical Inspired Afternoon Tea
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Cats the Musical Inspired Afternoon Tea
Indulge in an exclusive Cats-inspired afternoon tea at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Sunday Sounds
Chinese Garden of Friendship
Theatre, dance & film
Sunday Sounds
Experience a harmonious blend of nature and melody in the Chinese Garden of Friendship.
Sydney night walks – Phone photography
Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
Sydney night walks – Phone photography
Join us for a magical night walk through Sydney's Western CBD
Astronomy at The Calyx
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Astronomy at The Calyx
Discover what the night sky teaches you
2025 Chef Series
Sydney
Food & drink
2025 Chef Series
John Rivera Collaboration Dinner- Tuesday, June 3
Native Food Experience with Dwayne Bannon-Harrison
Sydney
Food & drink
Native Food Experience with Dwayne Bannon-Harrison
Immerse yourself in a sensory journey through culture & native flavours.
SFFTV: Free Film Screenings at Martin Place
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
SFFTV: Free Film Screenings at Martin Place
Stop by SFFTV, Sydney Film Festival’s giant outdoor screen, for free screenings, film previews, and special activations!
Sydney Film Festival
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Film Festival
A celebration too big for a small screen. See the bigger picture at Sydney Film Festival, June 4-15.
Jafar Panahi: Cinema in Rebellion
Art Gallery of NSW
Theatre, dance & film
Jafar Panahi: Cinema in Rebellion
A complete retrospective from one of world's great cinema artists
Sydney Film Festival: Official Competition
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Film Festival: Official Competition
Audacious, cutting-edge and courageous films from around the world
Sydney Film Festival Opening Night – Together
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Film Festival Opening Night – Together
Big stars, big buzz, big screen – be there for the premiere of the most anticipated Australian film of the year
Sydney Film Festival: Special Presentations
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Film Festival: Special Presentations
Big premieres, big screen experiences, and big nights out
Annie & The Caldwells
City Recital Hall
Music
Annie & The Caldwells
A family from West Point, Mississippi who play a raw, disco-tinged soul gospel.
Aus Music Countdown: Vivid Sydney supper club
Mary's Underground
Music
Aus Music Countdown: Vivid Sydney supper club
Plug in to Aus Music Countdown with Aussie performer Luke Carroll’s ultimate Australian mixtape
Steve Clisby & Band
Sydney
Music
Steve Clisby & Band
Steve Clisby is an Australian singer and songwriter known for his soulful voice and dynamic stage presence.
Sounds of Afrobeats: After Dark
Metro Theatre
Music
Sounds of Afrobeats: After Dark
DJ Obi + DJames + DJ Tshegu bring the electrifying energy of Afroclub to the Metro stage for Vivid Sydney.
A Night at the Oscars: Vivid Sydney Supper Club
Mary's Underground
Theatre, dance & film
A Night at the Oscars: Vivid Sydney Supper Club
Lights, camera, music! It’s time to take your seat for a night of Hollywood’s greatest hits.
Early Birds
Australian Museum
Children & family
Early Birds
Autism and sensory-friendly mornings
My Sis: Celebrating 10 years of Bad Apples Music
Metro Theatre
Music
My Sis: Celebrating 10 years of Bad Apples Music
A celebration of 10 years of First Nations excellence in music
Sound Escape
City Recital Hall
Music
Sound Escape
Sound Escape is Vivid's day-into-night party, taking over City Recital Hall in a surrealist dream of music and light.
An Evening with Warren Ellis
City Recital Hall
Music
An Evening with Warren Ellis
Warren Ellis takes the stage for an intimate discussion on his life, career and commitment to animal conservation.
Haus of Horror presents Edward Scissorhands
Sydney Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Haus of Horror presents Edward Scissorhands
Presented by Australia’s leading immersive horror brand Haus of Horror
10 Years of NLV records
Metro Theatre
Music
10 Years of NLV records
An all-out, late-night venue takeover celebrating a decade of boundary-pushing club sounds
ChorusOz: A Sea Symphony
Sydney Opera House
Music
ChorusOz: A Sea Symphony
ChorusOz gathers under the sails of the Sydney Opera House to sing Vaughan Williams’ mighty Sea Symphony.
Draw on me pub crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
Draw on me pub crawl
Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience
Ellis Park premiere with Warren Ellis
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Ellis Park premiere with Warren Ellis
A revealing and impactful doco with an in-person introduction from Warren Ellis
Haus of Horror presents Poltergeist
Sydney Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Haus of Horror presents Poltergeist
Experience the most chilling line uttered in cinematic history in a terrifying setting with this late-night screening
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Sydney Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free ticketed concert in the heart of the city
How to Train Your Dragon: Australian Premiere
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
How to Train Your Dragon: Australian Premiere
Bring the family along to the red carpet premiere of How to Train Your Dragon at Sydney Film Festival
Planet City: Live
City Recital Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Planet City: Live
In a world-first, Liam Young brings his visionary speculative film to life in an immersive experience like no other.
Tangerine Dream
City Recital Hall
Music
Tangerine Dream
For the first time in over 40 years, electronic music gamechangers Tangerine Dream return to Sydney.
Fungi in Botanical Art with Anna Voytsekhovich
The Royal Botanic Garden
Talks, courses & workshops
Fungi in Botanical Art with Anna Voytsekhovich
Learn botanical art from Anna Voytsekhovich, scientist, illustrator and botanical artist.
Live public talk: Master your perceptions, master your life
Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
Live public talk: Master your perceptions, master your life
Don’t miss this exclusive public talk presented by Dr John Demartini
Say Our Names: Documentary and panel on identity & belonging
Customs House
Talks, courses & workshops
Say Our Names: Documentary and panel on identity & belonging
This event features the screening of a mini documentary followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion
Scott Silven: The Lost Things
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Scott Silven: The Lost Things
A brand-new magical experience
Soccer Mommy
City Recital Hall
Music
Soccer Mommy
Live, Soccer Mommy’s shows are intimate and transportive, blending stripped-back moments with energetic performance.
Alphamama
Sydney
Nightlife
Alphamama
Sings the divas
Remix Summit Sydney 2025 – Culture, Tech, Entrepreneurship
Australian National Maritime Museum
Theatre, dance & film
Remix Summit Sydney 2025 – Culture, Tech, Entrepreneurship
Remix explores the future of the creative industries, creative places, and the creative economy featuring 50+ speakers
Rodeo Pub Crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
Rodeo Pub Crawl
Meet new people and experience 4 of the top bars in Sydney's CBD
The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium
Sydney
Community & causes
The Australian Women's Leadership Symposium
Be inspired and energised by real stories and practical insights from remarkable speakers
Twilight tours of the Anzac Memorial
Anzac Memorial
Tours & experiences
Twilight tours of the Anzac Memorial
Delve deeper into the history and architecture of the Anzac Memorial with our twilight tours.
In Conversation with Justin Kurzel at Sydney Film Festival
Lower Town Hall - Sydney Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
In Conversation with Justin Kurzel at Sydney Film Festival
The annual Ian McPherson memorial lecture spotlights a standout member of the filmmaking community
Sydney Calligraphy Workshop
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney Calligraphy Workshop
Discover Sydney's favourite calligraphy workshops hosted at our cute cafe + studio venue in Sydney!
Cats
Theatre Royal Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Cats
Let the memory live again
Global Sourcing Expo
International Convention Centre Sydney
Shopping, markets & fairs
Global Sourcing Expo
One of the top global fashion expos returns to Sydney!
Speed Dating Sydney | Ages 30-44 | Encounter Dating
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Speed Dating Sydney | Ages 30-44 | Encounter Dating
A series of mini-dates with around 10 singles of the opposite sex at Brooksy Bar in the heart of the CBD.
Michelle Van Eimeren – Art Exhibition
CBD Gallery
Exhibitions
Michelle Van Eimeren – Art Exhibition
Michelle Van Eimeren explores memory, trauma, and how recollection shapes our perception and sense of self.
Australian British Chamber Rugby Lunch
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Community & causes
Australian British Chamber Rugby Lunch
Join us for rugby, networking & legends' stories—plus prizes! Supporting Hearts in Rugby Union.
Fireworks at Darling Harbour
Darling Harbour
Theatre, dance & film
Fireworks at Darling Harbour
Fire up the fun with a spectacular display along the harbour's edge
Domestic and family violence prevention workshop for allies
Marconi Room, Town Hall House
Community & causes
Domestic and family violence prevention workshop for allies
Learn to play an active role in preventing and responding to domestic and family violence in this training.
Strictly Baz Luhrmann: The Concert
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Strictly Baz Luhrmann: The Concert
An all-star musical journey through 'Strictly Ballroom', 'Romeo + Juliet', 'Moulin Rouge!' and much more...
Eternity in an Hour | Eric Whitacre Conducts
Sydney Opera House
Music
Eternity in an Hour | Eric Whitacre Conducts
Eric Whitacre returns to Sydney to conduct his latest choral work, a mystical meditation in sound.
Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Junior Piano Scholarship | Final
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Junior Piano Scholarship | Final
A unique platform for aspiring young Australian pianists
Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship | Final
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship | Final
Discovering the finest voices throughout Australia and New Zealand since 1933
Christmas in July Lunch at NSW Parliament House Sydney
Strangers' Restaurant
Tours & experiences
Christmas in July Lunch at NSW Parliament House Sydney
Enjoy a relaxed Christmas themed menu at the Strangers' restaurant overlooking the Domain Garden
Live at the Great: Richard Tognetti x Konstantin Shamray
The Great Synagogue
Music
Live at the Great: Richard Tognetti x Konstantin Shamray
Masterworks re-imagined by two luminaries of the classical realm
Fastlove
Sydney
Music
Fastlove
Direct from London’s West End, with a brand-new show for 2025, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Senior Piano Scholarship | Final
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Talks, courses & workshops
Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Senior Piano Scholarship | Final
A pivotal event in the 2025 Sydney Eisteddfod calendar
Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Doctors Orchestra Scholarship | Final
Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Doctors Orchestra Scholarship | Final
Experience a showcase of talented young instrumentalists
Folk Reimagined: East Meets Symphony
Sydney Opera House
Music
Folk Reimagined: East Meets Symphony
A bold new cross-cultural collaboration
AI Leadership in Communications
Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
AI Leadership in Communications
Learn how to lead AI implementation with confidence, clarity and impact in the modern communications landscape.
A Night in Argentina
Sydney
Music
A Night in Argentina
Step into a world of passion, rhythm, and defiance with Revenge Tango, the electrifying duo direct from Argentina.
Carmen at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Carmen at Sydney Opera House
When Carmen meets Don José, sparks fly. This ride through love and jealousy has famous music and a thrilling plot.
John Cale
City Recital Hall
Music
John Cale
Welsh-born rocker John Cale brings his trio to Sydney, performing new work and revisiting his storied solo catalogue.
Christmas in July Festival
The Rocks Square
Food & drink
Christmas in July Festival
The Rocks Transforms Once Again, with Snowflakes, Cheese & Cheer
National Art School New Voices Art Exhibition
CBD Gallery
Talks, courses & workshops
National Art School New Voices Art Exhibition
An innovative showcase of the next generation of NAS Graduates.
Echoes of Piazzolla: From the Rivers of South America
Sydney Opera House
Music
Echoes of Piazzolla: From the Rivers of South America
From the ports of Buenos Aires to the harbour of Sydney, enjoy a night of Piazzolla, tango & folkore from South America.
Rusalka at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Rusalka at Sydney Opera House
A water nymph longs to live and love as a human and will sacrifice everything to get there.
Salut! Baroque presents The Entrepreneur
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Music
Salut! Baroque presents The Entrepreneur
Celebrity culture thrived during the baroque period and Georg Philipp Telemann was one of the stars
Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala | Final (Junior and Senior)
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala | Final (Junior and Senior)
Experience the passion for dance at the Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala
10cc – The Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour
State Theatre
Music
10cc – The Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour
Legendary art-rock band 10cc bring their Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour to Australia in 2025.
The Ultimate Christmas In July Pub Crawl
World Square
Tours & experiences
The Ultimate Christmas In July Pub Crawl
Sydney's ultimate nightlife experience!
Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra
Sydney Opera House
Children & family
Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra
Celebrate AYO's homecoming! Join the Australian Youth Orchestra, William Barton and Christian Li for a stunning evening.
The Marriage of Figaro
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
The Marriage of Figaro
One of the most playful operas ever written, this classic comedy features Mozart’s famous melodies.
Sydney Tattoo Convention
Sydney Town Hall
Community & causes
Sydney Tattoo Convention
Immerse yourself in Sydney's tattoo culture at Sydney Town Hall : Top artists, live shows, and endless inspiration!
Victory in the Pacific Day Commemoration
Cenotaph
Community & causes
Victory in the Pacific Day Commemoration
80th Anniversary of the cessation of hostilities in the Second World War
Lost Birds
Sydney Opera House
Music
Lost Birds
White Bay Power Station is the new venue for a powerful concert inspired by the natural world.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day Commemoration
Cenotaph
Community & causes
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Day Commemoration
Commemoration service held in recognition of those who served in the Vietnam War
Omega Ensemble: Elevator Music
City Recital Hall
Music
Omega Ensemble: Elevator Music
Revealing, raucous and beautifully irreverent
La Bohème at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Music
La Bohème at Sydney Opera House
Glitzy sets, big emotions and stirring music fill the stage in this romantic classic opera, set in 1930s Berlin.
Abstract Art Exhibition: Inner Currants
CBD Gallery
Talks, courses & workshops
Abstract Art Exhibition: Inner Currants
A challenge to question not just art, but the larger psychological narratives we live within.
Miracle Moon Walk 2025
St Mary’s Cathedral Square
Children & family
Miracle Moon Walk 2025
Miracle Moon Walk is a spectacular night walk, taking in iconic sites of the city and surrounding areas
Air Supply - 50th Anniversary Celebration
State Theatre
Music
Air Supply - 50th Anniversary Celebration
Due to unprecedented demand, Air Supply have added a 2nd Sydney show to their highly anticipated 50th Anniversary Tour!
Here You Come Again
Theatre Royal Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Here You Come Again
Full to the brim with Dolly Parton’s hits, telling the story of a fan’s journey, guided by Dolly teaching life lessons.
Ray Chen in Recital
Sydney Opera House
Music
Ray Chen in Recital
Join Ray Chen as he makes his highly anticipated return to Sydney Opera House.
A Child of Our Time
Sydney Opera House
Music
A Child of Our Time
The rapturous power of Michael Tippett’s modern classic speaks to our own time.
Matt Gresham “The Voice Australia"
Sydney Opera House
Music
Matt Gresham “The Voice Australia"
Immerse yourself in a deeply moving acoustic performance by Matt Gresham at the Sydney Opera House.
Back to the Future: The Musical
Sydney Lyric Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Back to the Future: The Musical
Sydney, it’s time to change musical theatre history.
Rent
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Rent
The musical that rocked Broadway is back!
The Shiralee
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
The Shiralee
This sensational outback classic is transformed into a charming and epic theatrical adventure.
Shirley Valentine
Theatre Royal Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Shirley Valentine
Natalie Bassingthwaighte stars in the West End and Broadway award-winning Shirley Valentine!
Hiromi: The Piano Quintet Feat. PUBLIQuartet
City Recital Hall
Music
Hiromi: The Piano Quintet Feat. PUBLIQuartet
Trailblazing pianist Hiromi presents a breathtaking suite alongside acclaimed string quartet, PUBLIQuartet.
Japan Expo and International Kimono Competition 2025
Sydney Town Hall
Food & drink
Japan Expo and International Kimono Competition 2025
Japan's leading exhibition showcasing tourism, products, food, culture, and so much more!
Brahms: A German Requiem
Sydney Opera House
Music
Brahms: A German Requiem
A ‘human requiem’ to comfort and console.
Salut! Baroque presents Voice, Rejoice
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Music
Salut! Baroque presents Voice, Rejoice
The versatility of the voice has fascinated composers through the ages, from its purest form to its most virtuosic.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert
Sydney Town Hall
Music
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert
an extraordinary live music celebration of the captivating world of Demon Slayer.
Sydney International EV AutoShow
ICC Sydney
Shopping, markets & fairs
Sydney International EV AutoShow
Australia's largest consumer EV event - explore and engage with the latest & greatest EV technology
A Chandon Christmas on Sydney Harbour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
A Chandon Christmas on Sydney Harbour
Gather your besties and cruise aboard The Jackson
The Jackson Melbourne Cup
Sydney
Tours & experiences
The Jackson Melbourne Cup
Celebrate the Melbourne Cup in unmatched style on Sydney Harbour
The Business Show Australia
ICC Sydney
Talks, courses & workshops
The Business Show Australia
Start or Grow Your Dream Business
Romeo & Juliet
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Romeo & Juliet
Bell Shakespeare presents Shakespeare's greatest love story portrayed with elegance and clarity.
Thanksgiving at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Food & drink
Thanksgiving at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Join the team at Mode Kitchen & Bar for a traditional Thanksgiving Dinner feast
Juan Diego Flórez in Recital
Sydney Opera House
Music
Juan Diego Flórez in Recital
An evening of operatic masterpieces. Meet 'The new king of the high Cs', Juan Diego Flórez
Carols at the House
Sydney Opera House
Music
Carols at the House
Celebrate Christmas with uplifting music – a treat for the ears, heart and voice.
Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Sydney Opera House
Music
Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Binge-watch Bach with Sydney Philharmonia Choirs in the ‘season finale’ of the Christmas Oratorio.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Christmas Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a sumptious feast at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Come together with loved ones to celebrate with a decadent three-course dinner
Christmas Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Christmas Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Celebrate Christmas Day with an unforgettable festive dinner
Christmas Day Lunch at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Christmas Day Lunch at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Celebrate Christmas Day with a festive buffet delight.
Boxing Day cruise: Sydney to Hobart yacht race tickets
Darling Harbour
Tours & experiences
Boxing Day cruise: Sydney to Hobart yacht race tickets
Enjoy Silver Spirit Sydney, our luxury motor yacht
New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Dinner Cruise: Sydney 2000
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
New Year’s Eve Fireworks and Dinner Cruise: Sydney 2000
Cruise aboard Sydney’s most prestigious ship for the harbour spectacular
New Year's Eve Opera Gala Concert at Sydney Opera House
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
New Year's Eve Opera Gala Concert at Sydney Opera House
Dress up to the nines, kick up your heels and leave the crowds behind. Make this your most glamorous New Year ever.
New Years Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Food & drink
New Years Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Ring in 2025 with a classic New Years Eve Dinner feast
NYE cruise on luxury motor yacht
Darling Harbour
Tours & experiences
NYE cruise on luxury motor yacht
Enjoy luxury on Sydney Harbour, free flowing champagne, fine wine, onboard chef and the best views
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