Culture

A powerful and personal exhibition exploring family, connection to Country and legacies of colonisation.

Join Darling Square for a celebration filled with tradition, gratitude and a feast of delicious food

Discover the delicious flavours of Sydney’s Little Italy in an immersive food tour

Explore Australia's most historic area the fun way in a series of fun cryptic clues

An ever-changing display of remarkable items from the State Library’s collection.

The Western Sydney equivalent of Neighbours crammed into an hour comedy show.

Follow comedian and bachelor Matt Bell through Sydney’s storied streets encountering terrifying tales of single life.

Tour Sydney while learning its history in Spanish

Celebrate with us at World Square

A free exhibition examining representations of the body in art and popular culture over time.

The most popular latin dance style! Haven't dance before? not a problem! Let us teach you

Four-part lecture series led by Claudia Chan Shaw, exploring the intriguing origins and influences of art nouveau

400 photographs, 200 photographers, 3 centuries.

A spring celebration – eternal flowers – joy for the soul.

An intimate look at key events and moments captured through the lens of Sydney Morning Herald photographers.

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

The Mummy Room and Pharaonic Obsessions exhibitions

Melanie Tait's Royal Play

Discover all there is to know about Sydney on only 4 hours

5 Australian artists from Chinese diasporic communities embrace their histories to celebrate the process of becoming.

Stories from the Pacific

Discover the story of Sydney on this expert-led walking tour, while hitting all of the city’s main attractions

Explore the intricate intersection of Buddhism and Cambodian modern life through Than Sok's solo exhibition

Make new friends and learn how to dance in a friendly environment

Get off the beaten track to see a different side of Sydney!

Create delicate Japanese sweets inspired by cherry blossoms in our hands-on spring workshop – no experience needed

We're bringing together the best of Chinese and Irish cuisine at Darlinghurst's favourite pub!

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

Develop your music skills and have fun in this weekly session for all ages

For food lovers - all culinary questions & challenges + free entry

Free Bollywood dancing class hosted by Wesley School for Seniors

Reconnect with the present and learn how to drink tea mindfully

How do you clean up when the thing that's messy is... you?

Discover the language that shaped the foundation of Western civilisation with our Introduction to Classical Latin course

Triple Grammy Award winning global gospel superstars spreading joy and lifting spirits since 2002.

Directed by Nardi Simpson - Gamilaraay

Learn the world most widely spoken language online, Spanish.

Discover Sydney's Hidden Art Secret!

A special event by Contemporary Asian Australian Performance presented alongside Sydney Theatre Company's Golden Blood

Share delicious memories with free cooking workshops for older women

Learn to dance authentic Argentine tango

Come and enjoy the Ceroc party vibe

Unravel clues and missions in Sydney’s Chinatown Haymarket

Come and explore the globe with us in this travel talks lecture!

Come and explore the globe with us in this series of travel talks presented by experts in art, culture and history.

“Opportunities for Australian audiences to experience the rich tradition of Chinese opera are rare." – The Age

A free fortnightly class, led by an experienced tutor, al levels are welcome

The world’s oldest poem meets opera’s most cutting-edge artists in this spectacular new work, directed by Kip Williams.

Explore and enjoy the charm of the classical Chinese poetry together

Join us for a night of mesmerising jazz music with the Zela Margossian Quintet!

Largest African Festival in Australia

An inspiring evening of music, theater, and stories celebrating loving-kindness and compassion

Join a First Nations’ guide for a unique morning tea experience with on-Country bush foods.

Join a First Nations’ guide for a unique lunch experience with on-Country bush foods

Free tickets to discover ASEAN investment opportunities with Tan Teng Boo. Lunch and networking included

Palestinian cooking classes! Come and learn how to make mansaf with lamb (& vego) Knafeh. The recipes are gluten-free

Take part in a free First Nations weaving workshop and create your very own piece of art.

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

Folk for Life is a social Polish folkloric dance class initiative

Audible presents 'Intimacy, Served' dining experience curated and hosted by sex therapist Chantelle Otten

Unlock the ancient art of Chinese Calligraphy in our immersive 2-hour workshop designed for beginners!

Michael Boyd’s spectacular magic and illusion show

Join the celebration of the century as La Clique marks its 20th spectacular anniversary this October.

Three brilliant chamber pieces directed by Concertmaster Andrew Haveron, alongside mezzo-soprano Anna Dowsley.

Join Tony Maniaty to explore the shock impact of photography on the 19th-century French art world and beyond.

Clouding our binary ideas of gender

Exclusive seasonal seafood - Driven Japanese Peruvian Wine Dinner

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2024!

We are bringing back the dance heat with another season of Latin Nights By the Bay.

The 10th anniversary of BİRDMAN or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) with Antonio Sánchez performing a live score.

Come and explore Portugal with us in this travel talks lecture

Come and explore Scandanavia with us in this travel talks lecture

Celebrate the race that stops the nation aboard Sydney's Harbour Spirit

Embark on a local culinary journey with Elana Benjamin as she shares recipes and stories from the backstreets of Bondi.

Come and explore Bulgaria and Romania with us in this travel talks lecture

Annual Remembrance Day lunch with a commemorative service to follow

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

Soprano Ayako Ohtake shares beautiful and well-known art songs from Japan

If you love books, this is a great opportunity to connect with other readers online and find literary inspiration.

Enjoy a leisurely two hour walk around the gentrified Potts Point area with a trained AAA volunteer tour guide

A trans woman and a neo-Nazi get stuck in an elevator…

Simon Tedeschi and friends

Grab your friends and kick off the end-of-year celebrations with a night of art, food and entertainment.

Witness the mesmerizing show of 5 professional Samurai dancers and singers from Japan, showcasing the art of Samurai.

Japan's leading exhibition showcasing tourism, products, food, culture, and so much more!

Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate in and enjoy!

Watch the spectacular Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Enjoy a sumptuous lunch and see a Ferrython race, aerial displays, tall ships and a sailing regatta