Culture

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

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

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

Where stories become a movement

Free outdoor exhibition of posters by Peter Drew

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

It's our story to be told.

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

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

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

Celebrating the complex social, economic and environmental connections between local and global communities.

This event highlights Australian First Nations led design and innovation on the global stage.

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

Cultural Dance for Young People

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.

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

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

The best comedians in Australia come to The Nelson Hotel.

Where Australians and internationals meet

Connect, sing and share the joy of music!

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

Do you have an idea for an activity at Green Square? We'll help you get started.

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

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

Each performer gets a free drink!

Annual History Awards & Lecture

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

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

The sacred, the now, the in-between

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

It’s 1992. An actress and a housewife meet in a library. What secrets will you overhear?

Award-winning solo theatre exploring the neurodivergent mind through colour, movement and spoken word.

Waleed Aly is at Gleebooks presenting On speech, equality and politics: Quarterly Essay 103

Rich Haridy will be in conversation with Bianca Nogrady

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

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

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

Michael Mohammed Ahmad, Tyree Barnette, Natalia Figueroa Barroso & Sheree Joseph in conversation with Sunil Badami

Explore Princess Kaguya through a Ghibli film screening and expert talk on Japan’s oldest tale

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

Malcolm Knox will be in conversation with Paul Daley

Discover Chippendale’s changing character.

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

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

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.

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

A.J. Mackinnon in conversation with Peter Ironmonger

Sonia Orchard in conversation with Jess Hill and Grace Tame

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

The Great Age of the Shogun: Art and Culture in Edo Period Japan

Thomas Mayo in conversation with Siobhan Marin

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

Celebrate longer evenings with a fresh mix of live cabaret, cocktails and karaoke in Sydney at the Seymour.

Joshua Black in conversation with Senator Tim Ayres

Marie Conte-Helm presents: NATURE, ART, AND GARDENS IN JAPAN: From Tradition to Contemporary Life

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

Australian Native Food Festival at Carriageworks on 26 and 27 September 2026

Celebrate Chuseok at the Korean Cultural Centre Australia

There are rumours about a music venue somewhere between memory and myth. This September, the door opens.

A funny feminist anti-fairytale

The Monkey King Opera | The Concourse Chatswood | 26th & 27th September 2026

Electro acoustic psychedelic classical music at one of Sydney's best intimate wine bars

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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