Festivals

Step back in time and see Sydney as it once was

Revisit Sydney’s past at History Week through a series of free events.

From live music, dance and sports to face painting, jewellery-making, artist weaving workshops and tasting traditional food made in an earth oven.

Feel the beat at NAIDOC in the City Things to do

From soulful tones, hip hop, rap, Aboriginal and electro pop to country music, there’s a beat for everyone to enjoy at NAIDOC Week.

This year’s Refugee Week recognises that sharing refugee’s stories can help us build understanding and stronger communities.

Native bush tucker treats on NAIDOC menu Things to do

Enjoy wattle seed ice cream, kangaroo salad bowls and outback burgers at this year’s celebrations.

Amateur and professional photographers can feature in the exhibition at Paddington Reservoir Gardens.

From soul to slam, barbershops to corner pubs, cheap nights rock.

Learn the secrets of Surry Hills’ Hollywood Hotel as part of the Vivid X|Celerate program.

Watch how being part of the official program helped get more people through the door at the Omafiets bike shop in Redfern.

In pictures: Sydney Mardi Gras Parade 2019 Cultural and creative life

We've rounded up some of our favourite snaps from the 2019 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade.