Exhibitions

Auslan guided tour of MCA exhibition Yasmin Smith: Elemental Life

A free, outdoor display, showcasing library stories from across NSW.

From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.

Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW

Explore a vibrant tapestry of life

Voyage back in time to the early stories of Australians in Antarctica through the journeys of SY Aurora.

Discover rare and beautiful works by contemporary artists, from the Library’s little-known collection of artists’ books.

A free exhibition on show at the State Library of NSW.

Exhibition at White Rabbit Gallery

Discover the fascinating world behind one of Sydney’s most important urban planning tools.

A free festival of contemporary art, ideas and unforgettable experiences.

‘All the World’s Memories’ brings together ten artists from Australia and Aotearoa exploring image-making.

Traversing the dimensions of wearable and conceptual jewellery

Journey through the MCA with this activity trail designed for kids and their families.

Art without Boundaries

Discover the stories behind the art with our daily Rememory Art Tours.

Exhibiting now in the ‘you're okay’ window at the City of Sydney Creative Studios is ‘Chest Reveal’ by Felix Jackson.

First of its kind in a major Australian museum and is presented as part of the Sydney International Art Series 2025–26.

Author Steve Miller discusses the impact of this legendary exhibition of modern masters

Solo Exhibition

Artspace presents Event Horizon by renowned Australian conceptual artist Michaela Gleave

A series of short films taking you behind the works on display at the MCA Australia.

Artists Angélique Moseley and Helena Lillywhite explore the complexity of feminine power

An exhibition of 17 contemporary artists responding to place and climate change

A glimpse of daily life through the eyes of young Sydneysiders aged 5 to 12

The small but meaningful things that make us happy

Qtopia Sydney and the European Union Delegation to Australia presents, ‘Loving’: A Photographic History of Men in Love

Solo exhibition of paintings by Pearl Austin

A dynamic display that illuminates histories, trajectories and highlights of the MCA’s Collection.

MCA now opening late on Thursdays

Discover the Chinese merchants who built Sydney’s Chinatown and shaped Haymarket’s history.

A rare glimpse behind the lens of one of Australia’s most important photographers.

Gurrgoni sculptor

a new exhibition exploring how the Navy has grown alongside Australia, from colonial defence to a modern maritime force.

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Experience beauty, drama and power

A new installation by Patricia Piccinini exploring motion, hybridity and care through kinetic and hybrid forms.

Exhibition Impermanent Light at Art2Muse Gallery 21 April – 4 May 2026

Stunning photographs of legendary historic sailing yachts and black and white fine art portraits and abstract nudes

Blackwattle Distilling Co. X John Wren Art

Loti Smorgon Sculpture Terrace commission

Artist and wharfie Sam Wallman’s provides a fresh, first-hand take on contemporary dock life.

Using air dry clay and other materials kids will be guided in creating a Wonderful Wizard figure

Come discover the magic of sculpture with a term workshop class at TBSSS

An exhibition focused on the dramatic events of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney Harbour.

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.

An exhibition that traces humanity's evolving understanding of the cosmos, from ancient stargazers to modern astronomers

More than 300 original artworks of landscape and portrait paintings on permanent display at the State Library of NSW.

A solo exhibition by artist Christine Choi exploring colour and abstraction through emotion and memory.

Discover 90 treasures that have been donated to the Anzac Memorial from its opening in 1934.

History becomes opera in Wael Shawky’s globally acclaimed work ‘Drama 1882’.

Learn the skills to create vibrant watercolour paintings

Living Still LIfe Photographic Artworks that celebrate Australian Flora and Fauna

Join artist Iris Toren for an exhibition of paintings inspired by nature, in watercolours, acrylics and oils.

Walmajarri artist John Prince Siddon and MCA curators Rebecca Ray and Tim Riley Walsh discuss his major new work

A multi-disciplinary exhibition spanning printmaking, sculpture, video and graphic design.

We explore stories of wartime marriages in this museum exhibit

“Ambivalence Amid” is a series of works that lie in the former, the present, and the space between.

Learn how to capture the energy of street scenes and our urban environment with us

A solo presentation of significant ceramic installations by Yasmin Smith.

A service and march to commemorate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders who served our country in overseas conflicts.

Do you want to learn to draw in a way that’s responsive to the unique qualities of your subject?

Explore a variety of hands-on clay-building techniques.

Memory Lane Markets at The White Bay Power Station

Learn to draw forms and structures of the human head, facial features and body dynamics.

The complete filmography of Stanley Kubrick, screening April 2 - May 21

25th Biennale of Sydney Low Sensory Sessions – White Bay Power Station

25th Biennale of Sydney - Sensory Friendly Tactile Tours – White Bay Power Station

Explore qualities and skills of charcoal drawing.

Join us at Create and Make Workshop for our creative art and crafting workshops

Have you always wanted to paint but haven’t known where to start?

Ready to take your drawing skills to the next level?

Dive into watercolours with this compact 6 week course

Immerse yourself in the luminous world of watercolour.

This course presents a unique approach to understanding and applying colour

Develop your drawing skills and unleash your creativity in structured, live online classes led by Rachel Fairfax.

Join a comprehensive, foundation course in figure drawing to develop your technical skills.

Reignite your curiosity in this engaging course designed for beginners or those returning to the sketchbook.

Contemporary paintings of the Blue Mountains by Bruce Daniel

A weekly, low commitment, community networking opportunity held after business hours

COLLIDE/PRESS is a collaborative show by Teeya Ryan and Eden Crain, exploring word, embodiment and connection

A curator led tour of Yasmin Smith: Elemental Life

A solo exhibition by Johnny K

Live demonstrations, expert talks and a Vinyl Revival Store

The National Art School Gallery and Institute of Modern Art present an exhibition of work by Sydney-based painter and Archibald Prize winner Mitch Cairns

A major survey exhibition of work by Sydney-based artist and NAS alum Mitch Cairns

25th Biennale of Sydney - Auslan Embroidery Workshop

Sculpt with plaster and natural materials

25th Biennale of Sydney Auslan Art Tours - White Bay Power Station

Life Drawing Sip and Sketch Workshop hosted by Sydney Drag Queen, Wonder Mama

Join us for the opening of the Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2026.

A new sculpture exhibition by Margaret Fitzgerald and Nicky McGinn

Melbourne Musician-Artist Chris Watts unveils his WILD CARD in Sydney

Create a fun mystery drawing of your mate or date in this oil pastel workshop!

Collage Forage combines the magical appeal of mushrooms with collage making at Double Happy @ The Empire Hotel.

Learn to work with oil paints with us

a collaborative exhibition of the vibrant paintings of Melissa Guest and the handcrafted ceramics of Claudia Gunning

Learn drawing and cartooning with us

Playtest a variety of upcoming indie games from Aotearoa New Zealand you've never seen before!

A group exhibition featuring the artists, musicians, makers and creators of Nauti Studios

Join Art Club at Empower Create Thrive for hands-on fun, creativity, and good friends!

Learning to see and draw the human figure as a three-dimensional, sculptural form.

Biennale of Sydney: Picking Up The Pieces – Jewellery Making Workshop​ with Dennis Golding

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

29 local, independent artists present work inspired by music, sound and the interplay of our senses.

A solo exhibition by renowned master of modern Korean art, Sung Kun Lee

latest artwork from Annette Kennedy, Jane Witter & Martin Watson

Works by Alice Pulvers, Sophie Pulvers and Lucy Pulvers

Join Australia’s largest event connecting future quantum talent with industry and universities.

Art2Muse is proud to present Olivier Rasir's exhibition

Experience live music performed by fourth-year students from the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

Four artists creating paintings, mosaics and ceramics

Part of Vivid Sydney 2026, a bold vision of Oceanic futurism by Sāmoan/Australian artist Angela Tiatia

Our largest Vivid Sydney program to date, celebrating Indigenous artforms and storytelling.

Explore the physics of light and what it means to observe with eyes and a brain.

It's an experiment extravaganza! Over 30 hands-on experiments on light, sound, puzzles, illusions, motion and more

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

A cut and paste session for collage artists, the collage curious, or a great idea for a relaxed, low-key date night.

A talk with Sāmoan/Australian artist Angela Tiatia and MCA Curator Antares Wells.

Learn to paint using acrylics

The biggest LEGO Fan event in NSW - raising funds in partnership with Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation

Inspired by tabletop roleplaying games, and informed by First Nations cultural ideology, an immersive, free adventure.

25th Biennale of Sydney Gestural Art Tours – White Bay Power Station

An exhibition by students, helping to create a healing environment in hospitals through the power of art.

An exhibition for perfume lovers, art lovers, and curious minds

mosaics and etchings

An acclaimed participatory lecture-performance revealing the pervasive origins of our digital tools.

Australia's first two day LGBTQIA+ focused careers expo!

A Sydney Biennale project asking (and answering) what a constitution for the 21st century might look like

Create a portrait of your beloved pet using oil pastels

Learn digital photography with us

Learn painting skills and how to use oil paints with us

Learn how to capture the glamour and charisma of a drag queen through art, guided by a queen herself

A cut and paste session for collage artists and the collage curious.

Plan ahead and embrace the future with confidence at the 2026 Sydney Ageing Well Expo.

Learn to write in modern pointed pen script

Australia's largest dedicated board gaming convention, held annually in Sydney across 3 days.

Margaret Olley: Australian Intimiste celebrates the legacy and significant achievements of Margaret Olley AC

A collection of original photographs and collages made predominately from original photographs.

Sydney’s Favourite Wedding Expo!

Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.

Australia's Favourite and Biggest Wedding Expos

Attention artists and art lovers: the annual Glebe Art Show is back in October 2025!

An exhibition of landscape paintings with glimpses of birds and animals by artist Geoffrey Adams.

An exhibition of works by our 2026 Master of Fine Art (MFA) and Doctor of Fine Art (DFA) graduate students.