Culture

Sally Smart's AM showcases her 2026 solo exhibition

An exhibition exploring the darker side of myth in the modern world

Immerse yourself in a powerful series of exhibitions, installations and digital experiences.

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

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

A definitive picture of great Australian photographer Max Dupain is revealed in this landmark retrospective.

Belvoir presents A Room with A View, written by E.M. Forster, adapted by Grace Chapple, directed by Hannah Goodwin

Experience the beauty of nature through 100 stunning images. A South Australian Museum exhibition

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

It's our story to be told.

Market City is inviting Sydneysiders to celebrate under the glow of lanterns in the heart of Chinatown

A sun-soaked celebration of all things Chardonnay!

Explore five decades of extraordinary photography by one of Australia’s most important and influential photojournalists.

Celebrating family, gratitude, and the Autumn full moon

Join us for a special NAIDOC Art Exhibition showcasing NAIDOC posters through the years.

An exhibition that traces humanity's evolving understanding of the cosmos, from ancient stargazers to modern astronomers

Youth chamber choir performance celebrating light and time

The largest major exhibition of one of the most fearless and influential voices in Australian contemporary art.

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

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

Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion

Learn this empowering style focused on confidence, posture, strong lines and fluid movement in heels.

Join us every Monday for an inspiring Poetry Open Mic night! Read your original poetry and sell your work here

Learn the most popular latin dance in the world! Meet new people, make new friends and learn how to dance Salsa

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Bachata is a popular Latin dance focusing on smooth footwork, body movement, and strong partner connection worldwide.

Discover journeys both real and imagined through maps, manuscripts, books and artworks.

Create your own Japanese style bento in this fun, hands on workshop!

Where Australians and internationals meet

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

Enjoy the best new films from Ireland this October!

Each performer gets a free drink!

Come and meet your neighbours and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong every Thursday afternoon

An intoxicating blend of glamour, live entertainment and champagne

Indie horror & dark genre film festival

Explore McMahons Point with Ben,an experienced AAA volunteer guide. Hear about its' colourful histor

A special event celebrating 90 years of classic Italian science fiction – Australian premiere

Capture culture through your lens at an after-hours photography experience in the Chinese Garden.

Join us for our monthly series where artists, poets, and musicians share stories in conversation with Danny Gardner.

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

The best of Sydney's food scene all in one place!

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

Join us for a panel discussion on the Library's Merewether and Mitchell Fellows as we mark 200 years of the Library.

The best comedians in Australia come to The Nelson Hotel.

Connect, sing and share the joy of music!

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

See cult classic Dead End Drive-In, followed by a discussion with Brian Trenchard-Smith on Australia's drive-in culture.

Connect, share cultures, and practise languages over tea, games, and friendly conversation.

3 spaces to explore! More than a market – food and drink, art and crafts, cultural experiences for all family members

Explore Sydney’s Metro from Waterloo to Victoria Cross. Discover buried artefacts, station art, remarkable engineering

Free two-day food festival on Barangaroo’s harbour foreshore. International cuisines & Native foods.

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

Family-friendly community event celebrating German culture

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

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

A celebration of queer art

Discover the architecture of Pyrmont and learn about its history in a two hour walk with a trained AAA volunteer

Mosman Art Gallery transforms for one night with live music, interactive art, immersive theatre and a little hijinks.

Embrace the dark this Oíche Shamhna with a hauntingly immersive evening of ghost stories and whisky at The Doss House.

Through music, comedy, and karaoke, this is Halloween reimagined—equal parts theatrical, joyful and unforgettable.

an intimate and bittersweet Christmas story about generational conflict

A monthly night celebrating Sydney’s Asian creativity and community

Discover Chippendale’s changing character.

Day of the Dead Spectacular

An ambitious all-Haydn all-period instruments program

Celebrate NSW Wine Month 2026 with an exclusive lunch experience showcasing the finest food and wine from across NSW

Join some of Australia's favourite thinkers and storytellers for an unmissable evening of conversation and reflection

The funniest comedians in Sydney are coming to The Drummer every month!

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

Professional training for local and international stages. 5 week course. 50 years exp, Trained 1600+ comics

Free talks, tours, research demonstrations, music, good food and family-friendly fun

Celebrate Diwali with an introduction to the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda

Exhibition of carved, painted sculptures and framed wood engravings

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

Experience Diwali on Sydney Harbour with Bollywood beats and Indian flavours

Immerse yourself in Taikoz’s raw power, electrifying energy & deep emotion: up close and personal in our warehouse dojo

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

Urban arts festival

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

Explore Irish & Scotch whiskey traditions at The Doss House with guided tastings under candlelight in The Den.

See cult Australian action film Midnite Spares, followed by Richard Kuipers on the wild history of Ozploitation cinema.

Join Julie Lee for a fascinating look at Sydney’s Chinatown and its stories of migration, community and identity

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

Celebrate American Thanksgiving in Sydney with a two-course lunch featuring traditional favourites at The Alcoves.

The final show of the year, Sing that one last song. The perfect way to celebrate the end of the year!

Discover tea culture at the 7th Sydney Tea Expo 2026—tea makers, tastings, ceremonies & cultural exchange.

Free tour por Sídney en Español

Join Australian author Ryan Butta as he brings to light the hidden history of Australia’s blackbirding trade.

Kick off 2026 in operatic style with one of two spectacular performances at the Sydney Opera House

A circus of the imagination