What to do in Sydney this December
Discover art, nature, markets, music and more this month.
Discover art, nature, markets, music and more this month.
Get involved in a free program of exciting events and cultural experiences that celebrate the opening of the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ stunning new building, the Sydney Modern Project.
Saturday 3 December to Sunday 11 December
After dazzling crowds in cities all over the world Louis Vuitton has brought SEE LV to The Rocks.
Every day until Sunday 11 December
Slow down with Nature Therapy – a guided walk to improve your wellbeing and immerse your senses in nature.
Sunday 4 December from 10am to 12pm
Sunday 18 December from 10am to 12pm
See contrasting scenes of love, destruction and cheek with this year’s Australian Life photography prize finalists at Customs House.
Weekdays, 10am to 6pm
Weekends, 10am to 4pm
Access pools across the city for free for one day only.
Saturday 3, 10 and 17 December
Get Christmassy with concerts, markets, decorations and more.
Throughout December
The Royal Botanic Garden’s brand new Christmas celebration will set festive spirits soaring across 16 nights in December. Expect enchanting markets, light installations and entertainment.
Friday 9 December to Saturday 24 December, 6pm to 11pm
Sing, dance and meet Santa. There’ll also be craft activities, liberty swing, table tennis and giant Jenga, and other games for the kids (and kids at heart).
Saturday 10 December from 6pm to 8pm
Find sparkling decorations, puppy photoshoots with Santa, craft workshops, shopping and a festive-themed outdoor cinema.
The Rocks Christmas Wonderlanes are on every day until 26 December. Check The Rocks website for timings around The Rocks Markets, Santa Paws pet photos and more.
The multi-sensory experience takes audiences into the beating heart of Australia’s vast wilderness.
Every day
Make your own Christmas cards or gift wrap at Pine Street Creative Arts Centre.
Saturday 10 and Tuesday 13 December
Borderless is a duo exhibition by Chinese and Australian artists jointly curated by the China Cultural Centre that presents 19 masterpieces of well-known contemporary artists.
Every day
Moulin Scrooge is a fun and satirical twist on the beloved Dickensian tale, by Trevor Ashley and Phil Scott.
Every day until 18 December
Exclusively at the Powerhouse Museum, this immersive, multimedia exhibition explores the seminal advertising campaigns envisioned by Gucci creative director, Alessandro Michele.
Every day
Also at the Powerhouse, you’ll find the Unpopular and Zampatti Powerhouse exhibitions.
Primavera: Young Australian Artists is the Museum of Contemporary Art’s annual exhibition showcasing the work of Australian artists aged 35 years and under.
Every day
If you want to watch the fireworks, go for dinner, party or celebrate from home – there’s many ways to bring in the new year.
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