What to do in Sydney this August
Challenge yourself with dangerous ideas, boundary-pushing music and the world’s biggest fun run. Here are 10 events happening across the city this month.
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Lights, camera, action: Sydney Film Festival opens
Grab your choc tops and popcorn, and settle in for some great cinema from 5 to 16 June
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Music, movies, markets and more – Sydney’s events calendar heats up this winter.
Our picks for 7 must-see events at Vivid Sydney
From dazzling lights and live music in an old substation to big ideas with Matildas royalty, discover what's new at this year's festival, 24 May to 15 June.
Biennale stories: hear from Sydney artist Kirtika Kain
Delhi-born Australian artist, Kirtika Kain shares the inspiration and process behind her latest work.
What to do in Sydney this May
As the weather cools, markets, festivals and nightlife are just heating up.
Our 12 picks from Sydney Writers' Festival
Diverse storytellers gather 20-26 May. Here are some talks, workshops and readings to take you away.
City of Sydney employees share their colourful tales from Hindu festival of Holi
One of the most colourful, vibrant and fun-filled festivals from India.
Shape the future of Sydney Streets
Have your say on our neighbourhood community events.
What to do in Sydney this March
March into autumn with star gazing, street celebrations and intriguing ideas for enquiring minds.
By George, dragons! Experience the magic of Sydney Lunar Festival
The roarsome dragons and lanterns making George Street shine for Sydney Lunar Festival.
Meet the Sydney duo putting more queer into the comedy scene
How a City of Sydney sponsorship is helping to bring Sydney’s brightest performers to Oxford Street this Mardi Gras
What to do and where to eat during Sydney Lunar Festival 2024
Fabulous feasts, spectacular shows and magnificent artworks – it’s time to celebrate the Year of the Dragon.
Get your business involved in Vivid Sydney
Learn how you can be part of the world's largest festival of light, music, food and ideas
What to do in Sydney this January
Honour the survival of the world's oldest living cultures, immerse yourself in art & make the most of school holidays. Here are 10 things to enjoy this month.
What to do in Sydney this October
Eat, shop and play in Glebe and Darlinghurst, make your own jewellery and take an adventure in manga. Here are 9 exciting events to enjoy.
What to know about Sydney Fringe Festival
The largest independent arts festival in NSW features more than 450 events in 70 venues across Sydney from 1 to 30 September.
NAIDOC in the City returns to Hyde Park: What you need to know
Enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, food and art when Sydney’s showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures returns in July.
7 Vivid Music events under $50
From electronic to hip hop, reggaeton to rap – find music to suit your taste at some of Sydney’s coolest venues.
Bunny bounty: Discover the 36 rabbits created by Sydney’s youngest artists
A key feature of the Sydney Lunar Festival, the shortlisted artworks by children aged 6 to 12 years old were selected from more than 600 entries.
Our Sydney Festival highlights
With opera, dance, performance art, music (and giant seagulls!) plan your festival from 5 to 28 January
Hello WorldPride: Sydney prepares for global LGBTIQA+ celebration
More than 500,000 people will enjoy arts, sport, parties and First Nations programming from 17 February to 5 March 2023.
Young artists hop to it for Year of the Rabbit competition
We’re calling on Sydney’s junior creatives to help us celebrate Sydney Lunar Festival 2023.
10 ways to step back in time this Heritage Festival
Immerse yourself in a world of curiosity until 31 May.
8 reasons you'll be glad you're over 60
There’s so much happening in our local area during the 10 day Seniors Festival, it’ll have you counting down the days until you turn the big 6-0.
Power in Pride: Celebrating our LGBTIQ+ communities
Our 2022 Mardi Gras float recognised the contributions from our LGBTIQ+ communities, especially over the past 2 years.
8 events we think you’ll love this March
From cabaret to wine festivals, new theatre shows to independent dance workshops – don’t miss these events.
Vivid Sydney 2022 local business program
Get involved this winter with shop window displays, illuminate your façade, provide an exclusive offer or host a unique experience inspired by Vivid Sydney.
