Sydney Events

Art & About Sydney is a program that runs all year round and which exhibits temporary art pieces in public spaces around Sydney. You will find a range of interesting artworks and installations in unexpected spaces...

The Sydney Festival is a huge event which started in 1977 and is now held over 21 days in January each year. With over 100 events in cutting-edge theatre, music, cabaret, dance and visual art, come down to this family...

Our national day might be a little different this year, with many events to be held virtually and live-streamed online. It is still, however, a day of reflection, respect, unity, gratitude and a celebration of our many...

The Yabun Festival is an annual celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture; held every year on Australia Day (January 26th) on the traditional lands of the Gadigal people at Victoria Park in Camperdown...

The Roaring 20s Festival in Sydney is a celebration of all things 1920’s through luxurious high teas, extravagant balls, music, vintage vehicles, and much more. It takes place in conjunction with the All That Jazz...

Visit the wonderful Sculpture by the Sea festival and see over 100 sculptures by various artists from all over the world. This is a free exhibition. Apart from enjoying an array of displays, sculptures and exhibits, you...

Manly LSC has taken strong measures to protect the health of the community with the recent risk of Coronavirus (COVID-19). Acting on the advice of lead NSW and Federal health authorities, and following the State Public...

The Blue Mountains Ukulele Festival is the largest ukulele event in the Southern Hemisphere. Organized by the Blue Mountains Ukulele Group, the award-winning festival takes place around February each year at the...

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, many municipalities have not given a confirmed Chinese (Lunar) New Year celebration. We will continue to add extra details to this page as new details become available As there is a large...

The Queer Screen film festival is one of the biggest LGBT film events in Australia, with the 5-day-long celebration aiming to raise awareness of sexual diversities and gender identities through queer film. Taking place...

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is an annual pride parade celebrating the LGBT community. Attended by hundreds of thousands of people annually, the Mardi Gras is one of the biggest events of the year. Sydney Gay...

The Greek Festival of Sydney is an annual event that is held in February/March each year in Darling Harbour. It’s a massive celebration of all aspects of the Greek culture and it’s organised by the Greek...

The Sydney Harbour Challenge is a man Outrigger Canoe Race and is one of Australia’s most prestigious events in this sport. Each year, the event attracts over 800 competitors and is quickly becoming one of the...

The Australian Surf Rowers League Open is a major surf boat racing event in Australia. The first open was held in 1997 in Terrigal, and today there are several divisions for both men and women of all ages to compete at...

The Sydney Harbour Regatta is hosted in the Autumn months of March each year by the Middle Harbour Yacht Club. Over 200 keelboats compete through Sydney Harbour and along the NSW coast with 26 divisions running over 10...

The All About Women event celebrates ideas and themes around feminism and empowerment for women both in Australia and internationally. The All About Women festival features a range of remarkable guests presenting on the...

The Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival is a fabulous racing event on the NSW racing calendar and includes both the ‘Golden Slipper Carnival’ and ‘The Championships’. With over $33 million in prize...

L’Etape Australia is a cycling race sponsored by le Tour de France that runs around the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales. As the largest Tour de France cycling race held outside of France, L’Etape...

The Rosehill Gardens Racecourse is a premium horse racing venue located in the Western suburbs of Sydney; best known for hosting the Golden Slipper thoroughbred horse race and making it one of the most popular...

St. Patricks Day is a cultural festival held on Sunday 21st March 2021 this year which celebrates Saint Patrick, the patron Saint of Ireland. In Sydney, St Patricks Day is often celebrated by getting together with...

The Thirlmere Festival of Steam is a fun community event held at the NSW Rail Museum in Autumn each year. Come along with your family and friends and explore this beautiful little town as you enjoy the festival...

The NSW Open Golf Championship showcases the best golfers in Australasia, with the historic event tracing its roots back to 1931 – even before the Sydney Harbour Bridge was built! Interested players may enter as...

Come down to the beautiful Wahroonga Park for a day of food, wine, fun and sunshine! With an array of brilliant wineries from NSW and all over Australia, this is your opportunity to taste and purchase hundreds of...

Taking place over the Easter school holidays, the Sydney Royal Easter Show is celebrated over 12 wonderful days and includes everything from exciting rides and family entertainment to arts, crafts and barnyard animals...

Sculpture at Scenic World is an event spread across five weekends in Katoomba in April/May each year. Local, national and international artists exhibit their work over a 2.4-kilometre rainforest walkway at Scenic World...

Taking place over the Easter school holidays, the Sydney Family show is celebrated over 18 wonderful days and includes everything from exciting rides and family entertainment to arts, crafts and barnyard animals. The...

Good Friday kicks off the Australian Easter celebrations and will next be observed on Friday the 2nd of April 2021. Good Friday is a public holiday which is observed with almost all shops and stores closing and people...

Easter Saturday is part of the Easter celebrations and will next be observed on Saturday the 3rd of April 2021. Easter Saturday follows Good Friday and occurs as part of a Christian festival which, according to...

Every year, Australians come together to celebrate The Championships, a popular horse racing event held at Royal Randwick racecourse. Held on the first and second Saturday of April each year, 12 races are held with over...

Easter Sunday is part of the Easter celebrations and will next be observed on Sunday the 4th of April 2021. Easter Sunday is the biggest day of this four-holiday weekend as it is a public holiday and the day when...

Easter Monday is a public holiday in Australia and will next be observed on Monday the 5th of April 2021. Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday which is a Christian festival which, according to tradition, celebrates the...

Orange F.O.O.D Week, also known as Food of Orange District, is a food festival held in the beautiful township of Orange each year. As one of Australia’s top food festivals, Orange F.O.O.D Week has been running...

The Wollongong Triathlon Festival is a celebration of health, fitness, and family which usually takes place in April. Races are available for all abilities and ages, and individuals, as well as groups, are welcome to...

The Gum Ball is an annual music festival held in secluded bushland at Bedford in the middle of the Hunter Valley each year. It’s is a family-friendly weekend event filled with music, arts, food, beers, markets...

The Yours and Owls Festival, also known as the Wollongong Festival, is a music festival held in Stuart Park in Wollongong every year. Featuring a number of local and international artists, Yours and Owls Festival is a...

The Australian Heritage Festival is the biggest, longest-running event honouring the indigenous, natural, multicultural, and historic heritage of Australia. The first event was held in 1980, and today it’s...

Sail Port Stephens is a popular sporting event held in April each year where participants from all over Australia compete to win. Held at the renowned d’Albora Marinas, this event is one of the most esteemed and...

If you love stand-up comedy or just like to laugh, come to the Sydney Comedy Festival to witness one of the largest comedy festivals in Australia. Sydney has hosted the event since 2005 and it runs for 3 weeks each year...

The Annual Sydney International Bachata Festival is the largest Bachata dance festival and concert in Australia, and the first festival dedicated to this dance. Local and international dancers perform world-class shows...

The Spanish Film Festival is a yearly event that usually runs between April and May each year at various cinemas in Sydney; including Palace Norton Street, Palace Verona and Palace Central Sydney. Each year, dozens of...

The Canowindra International Balloon Challenge is a spectacular event that turns the sky into a fiesta of colour with vibrant hot air balloons reaching up into the sky. Each year, the sky bursts to life when all of the...

Anzac Day is an important special community event celebrated all over Australia on April 25. On this date, millions of Australians commemorate the anniversary of the first significant military pairing of Australian and...

The Sydney Writers Festival is a cultural event catering for writers and readers, which includes a diverse schedule of educational programs, workshops, interactive sessions and entertainment for all participants...

Olympic Park will once again host the supercharged Australian Badminton Open. The tournament is a six-day intense competition that will invite players from around the world to compete for the ultimate prize or glory and...

The Pyrmont Festival is an annual event showcasing the best wines from the Orange wine region, alongside a variety of creative and artistic pieces. The 2-day food & wine festival features wine tasting, degustation...

The Sydney Morning Herald Sun Run was first started in 1983, with just 101 participants and today raises hundreds of thousands of dollars for charity. The event takes place at the Manly Life Saving Club and there are a...

The Classic and Wooden Boat Festival is a biennial event that pays tribute to Australia’s maritime heritage. Showcasing vessels from Sydney and around the country, the free event takes place at the Australian...

The Hunters Hill Food and Wine Festival has been a famous culinary event since 2000; known for serving world-class food and wine for a crowd who enjoys the finer things in life. The family-friendly event is open to all...

The Gabs Beer, Cider and Food Festival brings together the best brewers and cider makers from Australia and New Zealand for a one-day extravaganza. You can sample unique beers from across the region that are brewed...

Vanfest is an annual regional music and arts festival, established to promote community tourism and youth culture. Up and coming artists and international acts alike perform during the event, located in the heart of New...