SXSW Sydney is doubling down on its promise to deepen the city’s sense of energy in October, unveiling a wide-reaching public program that’ll turn Tumbalong Park in Darling Harbour into a smorgasbord of free fun. Because “free” really is that magical word that’s going to get people out and about these days, and the festival’s
From iconic fun runs to hilarious musicals, foodie experiences and community street festivals, Sydney is buzzing with activities this August. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline, craving some family fun, or simply looking for exciting ways to fill your weekends, there’s no shortage of things to do. Culture lovers can catch internationally-acclaimed artists and French-inspired markets, while
Wednesday Island will transform the heritage Harbour site into a shadowy Nevermore playground to celebrate the upcoming Netflix release. Tim Burton and Jenna Ortega will be there, and so could you! Find out how to apply to enter Nevermore.
Swap your winter blues for bleu, blanc et rouge this weekend, as Bastille Festival returns for its 12th year. Taking over Circular Quay and The Rocks, there will be heaps of free entertainment, French food and wine and cinema too. Read on to find the full program.
Edinburgh Fringe Festival transforms the city each August and, as a fan (and performer), I was eager to discover Sydney Fringe and how it compares to its Scottish counterpart.
After a two-year hiatus, Newtown’s free one-day festival is returning, bringing more than 160 artists to 26 venues for a full day and night. Read more to find out what to expect and who you can see at the festival.
Sydney’s winter festivals continue with the return of Christmas in July this Friday, July 11 until Sunday, July 20. Here’s everything you need to know. A must-see free event for anyone looking for the magic of European festivities, Christmas in July is Sydney’s answer to those magical markets that France, Germany, Austria and England are
The 50th anniversary of NAIDOC Week kicks off this Sunday, July 6, with celebrations taking place across the city. We’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you plan your week, including details on the most popular NAIDOC Week events and some exciting newcomers and performance debuts. From fireworks to art fairs, there are plenty of
The bulbs have barely cooled on this year’s festival, but we’re already looking ahead to the next year’s Vivid celebrations. As dates for the 2026 festival have been announce, we’ve taken a look back at this year’s festival which was bigger and brighter than ever.
Winter is in full swing but that’s not slowing anything down. Wrap up warm and embrace the chill as you explore Sydney this month, from wintry wonderlands to an endless summer in Bondi.
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