Things to do

Super Bowl Monday has quietly become one of Sydney’s biggest sporting mornings, with pubs, rooftops and waterfront venues going LIVE & LOUD  from early hours to final whistle. Super Bowl LX kicks off on Monday 9 February 2026 , and venues across Sydney are rolling out big screens, American-style menus, drinks packages and all-morning energy for fans who want to watch the game properly — surrounded by other die-hard supporters. From harbourfront pubs to rooftop parties and inn

Following the international success of Peter Pan , Ballet of Lights  returns with a luminous new production of Cinderella , bringing this timeless fairytale to life through classical ballet and glowing, contemporary stagecraft. This visually striking performance blends elegant choreography with illuminated costumes that shimmer and glow as the story unfolds. With just four dancers on stage, the production feels intimate yet theatrical, focusing on movement, music, and atmosph

Deb Carr at Sydney Tower Skywalk If you’ve ever looked up at Sydney Tower Skywalk  and wondered what it’s like to step outside — this is that moment. Sydney Tower Skywalk takes you 268 metres above the city , where you walk around the outside of Sydney Tower on a glass-floored platform, with nothing but air between you and the streets below. It’s a guided, open-air experience that delivers some of the most spectacular views in Sydney — without needing to jump, dive or leap fr

Deb Carr about to take off If you’ve ever been curious about skydiving but not keen on jumping out of a plane, iFLY Downunder  offers a safe, exhilarating alternative right here in Sydney. Located in Penrith, iFLY is a state-of-the-art indoor skydiving facility where you float on a powerful vertical wind tunnel, guided at all times by a professional instructor. The experience is fully enclosed, highly controlled, and suitable for beginners of all ages — no prior experience re

Sydney has a new immersive experience that’s already captivated audiences overseas, and it’s unlike anything else currently showing in the city. Balloon Story  has officially opened in Sydney, transforming the Fever Pavilion into a vivid world of colour, creativity and imagination. Having attracted more than 70,000 visitors internationally and earning outstanding reviews in New York, Balloon Story is fast becoming one of Sydney’s most talked-about family-friendly events. What

Sydney is one of those cities where the outdoors does most of the heavy lifting. You don’t need to plan much to enjoy it — you just step outside and get on with it.

If you’re looking for something playful, immersive, and a little bit delightfully unhinged, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party brings a dose of Wonderland magic to Sydney with a high-energy circus cabaret experience that invites the audience right into the madness.

Disney’s Frozen arrives on stage in Sydney  in a spectacular PACA production that brings this much-loved story to life in a whole new way. Following the journey of sisters Anna and Elsa, the musical explores love, courage, and self-discovery against the backdrop of an icy kingdom on the edge of change. Rich in humour, heart, and unforgettable moments, this stage adaptation is designed to delight audiences of all ages. Tickets are now on sale . Disney's Frozen - The Experience

Updated January 2026 If you’re looking for things to do in Sydney and love food, culture and exploring different neighbourhoods, a visit to Cabramatta is well worth it. I’ve lived in Sydney since 1979, yet this was my first time visiting Cabramatta — a place once known for all the wrong reasons, but now a thriving, vibrant hub of Asian culture, markets and incredible food. What Makes Cabramatta Worth Visiting So today, being a Saturday, I decided I'd go and visit Cabramatta

If you are visiting Sydney, or even a local, there is so much going on in the Chinatown Sydney.

Photos: Tim Pascoe Sydneysiders, it’s time to dust off your picnic rugs and grab your mates— Pyrmont Festival is back for 2025! Mark your calendars for 17-18 May as Pirrama Park transforms into a buzzing hub of gourmet delights, award-winning wines, craft beers, gin, cocktails and live entertainment, all set against the stunning backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Now in its 13th year, the Pyrmont Festival has become a much-loved fixture on the city’s cultural calendar, showcasing

Sydney’s vibrant food scene is about to get even better with a new twilight market coming this month at Paddy’s Markets.  This is more...

Photo supplied ZAHALKAWORLD – an artist’s archive brings together key bodies of work from Zahalka’s renowned photographic practice. Spanning more than 40 years, the exhibition at NAS Gallery sees over 100 works from 15 different photographic series, alongside collected ephemera from her studio and archive.  First exhibited at the Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh) in 2023, Anne Zahalka worked closely with the National Art School to include six artworks from their col

In a recent study, Sydney earned recognition as one of the top 10 best cities globally for street art, and Penrith’s Manufactor precinct...

If you think Sydney is just about beaches and cityscapes, think again. Hidden on the city's northern edges lies St Ives – a leafy suburb...

Sydney is a city that effortlessly combines vibrant energy with breathtaking natural beauty. When creating unforgettable memories with...

Unfortunately, due to the unpredictable freak weather systems and significant wet weather forecast this week in Sydney, the very difficult decision to reschedule the Hot Jazz Picnic to Saturday, February 10th 2024 has been made. A new one-day festival extravaganza fusing hot jazz beats, local musicians, gourmet delights and a vibrant dress code is set to ring in the summer against the sparkling backdrop of Sydney’s iconic harbour. Introducing HOT JAZZ PICNIC , an exciting ne

Sydney Fringe Festival will present a vibrant lineup of shows across three spaces for Fringe Kids this September, including two weeks of school holiday programming at ARA Darling Quarter Theatre , in partnership with the Monkey Baa Theatre . Plus, the brand new Spiegeltent Festival Gardens at the Entertainment Quarter and the Hello Darling Tent at Darling Quarter are bringing high-energy entertainment in the daytime tailored for families and kids. Tickets are on sale for

Are you ready to immerse yourself in a celebration of architectural marvel and artistic brilliance? The Sydney Opera House, a global icon and a testament to human creativity, is preparing to mark its momentous 50th anniversary. As the world eagerly awaits this milestone, it's time to start planning your unforgettable journey to experience the magic of this architectural gem. From breathtaking performances to behind-the-scenes tours, there are countless ways to celebrate this

Sydney — it's like a non-stop party with a seemingly endless list of cool stuff to do. From its stunning harbour to the fantastic coastal...

Powerhouse has announced the program for Sydney Design Week 2023 featuring more than 60 events including tours, workshops and public architecture presented across the city from 15-24 September 2023 . Titled Amodern , in response to the work of prolific sociologist Bruno Latour (1947–2022), the program enlists six fields of enquiry to explore the complex and interconnected social and natural ecologies in which contemporary design operates. These fields of enquiry are Eco Sys