22 Things to do in Sydney this weekend (October 31-November 2)
Looking for things to do this weekend? Welcome to your curated guide to the top events, activities and unique experience in and around Sydney.
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Sydney’s Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2026 will be a joy to behold
Sydney is about to shimmer even brighter. The city’s most dazzling festival — the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras 2026 — has officially set the mood for 2026, unveiling a theme that sounds like a spell, feels like a rhythm, and invites everyone to dance in technicolour: ECSTATICA. Yes, say it out loud —
A free music festival hits Marrickville this weekend — here’s everything you need to know
The Marrickville Music Festival returns this Sunday, filling the Inner West suburb with live music, creative market stalls and mouth-watering food trucks.
Calling all boaties: We’re giving away 10 double passes to the Sydney International Boat Show
The Sydney International On-Water Boat Show returns to Darling Harbour from November 13 to 16, and you can be there free with our ticket giveaway.
It’s your last chance to catch mermaids, tigers and a seal show at Taronga After Dark
Taronga After Dark takes visiting the zoo to new levels, showing it in a striking new light by illuminating the grounds with vibrant colours and huge wildlife-themed lanterns.
22 Things to do in Sydney in October
We’ve hand-picked 20 must-see events, festivals, sports fixtures, family adventures, and more to help you fill your October calendar with unforgettable experiences.
Sydney’s award-winning Oktoberfest is selling fast – more tickets were just released
Out of all the many Oktoberfest celebrations that pop up around the world each year, Australia’s touring Oktoberfest in the Gardens is one of the best. In fact, it’s been named one of the top five Oktoberfest celebrations outside of the big one in Munich, with Australia’s springtime weather setting the perfect scene for a
Review: Scientology The Musical — see it before the lawyers move in
When a show has “see it before we get sued” in its performance description, it’s hard not to be intrigued. But this show is about Scientology, the so-called religion better known for its Hollywood A-list members… and for litigation. George Glass, actually a trio self-described as an “art rock band” from Adelaide, confronts the controversy
Wake up, Sydney! Why going clubbing is good for your health
Pubs, clubs, theatres and restaurants are being revived as the State Government considers 55 recommendations to bring the life back into Sydney nights. Better transport, dumping outdated laws that mean it costs the same to get approval for a Taylor Swift concert as it does for a music venue, and more incentives are all on
Here are 42 of the best view points for the Sydney New Years Eve Fireworks
The Sydney New Years Eve fireworks display is famous across the world, with thousands travelling to see it. Don’t leave planning to the last minute — here’s what you need to know ahead of the big day. Ask me about New Year’s Eve and I’ll probably say it’s the most anticlimactic night of the year.
