Outdoor dining fees forever waived
We’ve permanently waived all footpath and on-road outdoor dining fees across the City of Sydney
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What to do in Sydney this July
Live music, bustling markets and school holiday fun. Here are 10 events to warm up your winter.
What to do in Sydney this February
The streets light up to celebrate the Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and more. Here are 10 events to set your sights on.
What to do in Sydney this December
See major art exhibitions, browse seasonal markets and celebrate at our free Christmas concerts. Here are 9 events to add to your hit list this month.
What to do in Sydney this September
Spring forward with these must-see events to ring in the new season.
How to get involved in Sydney Streets
Make the most of our popular street events this summer - bring your trading or dining outdoors, apply for event space, host a pop-up stall and more.
Urban brews and brain waves: exploring tomorrow's innovations at inner city bars
We asked some of the speakers at our talking event Raising the Bar to share their views on what the future holds for people, cities and the planet
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
Your votes are in – the best hot chips in the City of Sydney area
We asked for your favourite hot chips in the city. Did your favourite make the cut? Did chicken salt or tomato sauce come out on top?
5 tips to cut waste and save cash when you shop
The small decisions we make can have a big impact on the planet.
Spring awakening: Eat, shop and play at Sydney Streets
7 local neighbourhoods transformed into traffic-free destinations.
In pictures: Summer Streets welcomed people to eat, shop and play
We stopped traffic in our neighbourhoods for everyone to dine, drink and celebrate outdoors.
Working together the main ingredient for food relief
Community kitchens, food pantries, restaurant donated meals and door-to-door hamper delivery – Sydney’s response to make sure no one goes hungry.
Ways to support Indigenous Business Month
A round up of brands and small businesses you can get behind.
Locals put forward their favourite takeaway places
Almost 300 people have shared where they’re getting their treats this lockdown.
What to do in Sydney this winter
It’s cold outside, but here are 13 great reasons to rug up and head out to the city.
The best places for after-work drinks in Sydney
We asked about your favourite city haunts for cocktails and catch-ups.
Create unique experiences for residents and visitors this winter
Sydney Solstice invites businesses to come up with creative celebrations in the city.
7 things you’ve probably never done before in Sydney
From underwater parties to drag queen bingo and dumpling masterclasses, expect the unexpected this autumn.
Multi-million dollar investment for a 24-hour city
The plan will see extended hours for cultural institutions and a festival of live music, outdoor dining and theatre performances over a 6 month period.
9 reasons to love Customs House
The perfect place to relax, write, reflect or mingle.
Your guide to Sydney’s markets
Take home fresh produce, vintage treasures or a one-off piece from an up-and-coming designer. There’s so much on offer at Sydney’s markets.
Pablo & Rusty’s: A different take on the coffee business
Pablo & Rusty’s is an example of a local business bringing a new approach to traditional hospitality.
Welcoming customers with disability to your business
Tips to becoming more welcoming and accessible.
9 ways to make the most of Mardi Gras
Sydney’s biggest LGBTIQ celebration comes to an all-singing, all-dancing crescendo when the Mardi Gras Parade takes over our city on 29 February.
Things to do on a rainy day in Sydney
Have buckets of fun even when it’s bucketing down in Sydney.
