Arts

A major exhibition showcasing the extraordinary artists of Yirrkala in north-east Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.

An unmissable month of art, comedy, poetry, music and more.

This free exhibition brings to life the artistry behind some of the most striking films in contemporary Korean cinema

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in an extraordinary exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners.

An enchanting interactive performance with a vital message of hope for the natural world.

Chinese history wasn't always straight.

Admire the beauty and history of Sydney Harbour through the lens of the Gadigal people

The story she never lived to write ...

Epic environments of light and sound

Katerina Teaiwa reframes the Pacific island's dance

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.

Follow the development of the NSW colony through a selection of historical maps, plans, artworks & objects

The rapturous power of Michael Tippett’s modern classic speaks to our own time.

A challenge to question not just art, but the larger psychological narratives we live within.

An exhibition featuring posters, magazines and other printed material created by Second World War prisoners of war

A heart-warming, blue-grass musical against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ‘40s.

Come on a journey with Booby and Eel through The Neighbour at the Gate, an exhibition at NAS Gallery

Christophe Domergue presents Vestige, a powerful site-responsive exhibition drawn from the former Taubmans Factory

Chromatic Shadow Tianli Zu Solo Exhibition

This exhibition explores Japanese craft from a fresh perspective, highlighting its dynamism and resilience.

Summon the goddesses of burlesque. Dakota’s Showgirls rules Sean & Dolly’s every Saturday, 11:30PM & 12:30AM.

The MCA's 2025 Circular Quay Foyer Wall Commission

Leave the city behind and step into the magical world of Dorothy in Oz, where you become part of the action!

Paintings and sculptures by the Sydney-based artist

'A Conversation with the Sun (Afterimage)'

A diverse series of queer films from mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and the broader Chinese-speaking diaspora.

Music, magic, bubbles, science and more

Join us for a wild ride at Gallop Through The Ages - celebrating the evolution of the artistic depictions of horses!

Exhibition of three Harrington Street Gallery Artists

A solo exhibition of new ceramic works

An exhibition featuring artists with a deep connection to the Australian landscape.

Learn the fundamentals of using a sewing machine whilst making a cushion cover

Come and practice life drawing in an informal setting with fellow art lovers, at Peach Black Gallery

Learn how to create your own stunning artworks at Reverse Garbage

Dance with the Brolgas of Anna-Wili Highfield

A changing display that illuminates histories, trajectories and highlights of the MCA’s collection artworks.

G Flip is hitting the stage at Madame Tussauds Sydney on 13 August 2025, and it's a full-blown rockstar moment.

A journey through landscape

Life drawing with professional models and a unique creative atmosphere

Belinda Murrell will provide feedback on your writing for children, enabling you to hone your skills over five months.

Paint and Sip classes offer a unique experience that blends the joy of painting with the pleasure of sipping your wine.

Learn the principles of perspective drawing with us

Learn to make your own riso printed zine

A boundless world of interiors and still life

Australasia’s biggest contemporary art fair

Gallery Sally Dan-Cuhbert

Zoe Carides steps on to the KXT on Broadway stage for the first time in this world premiere

The flute as you don’t usually hear it!

Unravelling the impacts of colonisation, race & ethnicity between & within First Nations and Asian Australian peoples.

Gallery LNL’s annual survey of leading contemporary woodfired ceramics

Discover the beauty of Persian calligraphy given a new form through contemporary painting and sculpture

An introduction to risograph printing

Brush off the week with a fun drawing workshop hosted by The Fabulous Wonder Mama

Get your creative juices flowing

An introduction to watercolours and botanical art for adults

Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.

Knit, crochet, paint or draw with like-minded people

Learn about personal and professional branding with specific focus on the arts and creative industries

Free weekly music production sessions for young people (15-26). Professional studio, mentorship & safe creative space.

Glebe Knitting group for older adults

Seven Artists. Seven Styles. Seven Days.

Develop your skill and technique

A hands-on portraiture course with real life models

Learn the most popular latin dance in the world! Meet new people, make new friends and learn how to dance Salsa

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

Join us for The Punctuation of Days: a book launch celebrating Stacey Cotter Manière’s debut collection.

Learn how to play the ukulele in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers

Learning the art of creative writing through our writing short courses in Sydney!

Get creative at this super casual art group – just good company, creativity and a cuppa.

Learn to develop your drawing and painting skills with our visual arts short courses.

Gallery Sally Dan-Cuhbert

UTS Gallery and the UTS Faculty of Design and Society present a multidisciplinary research symposium

over 100 works by 70 independent artists from across Sydney

Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience

Visit 2025 Veteran Artist in Residence Hugh Semple as he practices his art.

Create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns in this 4-week course

A fusion of Indian dance, music and poetry, this theatre work confronts DV with raw honesty depth and courage

Expore movement, feeling and creativity

Art Gallery Cinema presents the most comprehensive retrospectives of Brazilian film ever staged in Australia.

His first 2 books of his 4 book autobiography. Bernie Howitt will interview, Q&A and Lonnie will sing his hits

Paint a Pot, Pour a Glass, Enjoy the Moment

Multi award-winning comedian brings captivating stories of his childhood in India to Fringe. ‘Hilarious!’ Scenestr

Palette knife in one hand, wine glass in the other.

A new immersive theatrical event exploring liveness, self-reckoning, and raw confession

Enjoy the University of Sydney Union's Creative Month at the Museum with student-led art talks and activities.

With Debra Mundine, a chance for Indigenous women to come together, share a yarn and be creative.

A free weekly class for beginners, led by an experienced Mandarin speaking tutor

Discover the joy of singing

Learn to paint using acrylics

Learn the mindful Japanese art of golden ceramic mending to give new life to a damaged piece.

Explore the methods used to make books as art with renowned artist and book creator Liz Jeneid!

A beginners online workshop for artists who are ready to sell their work online, and don’t know where to begin!

Catch the sound of the evening in our stylish hotel lobby on Thursdays and Friday

Join us on the third Thursday of every month, 1:30–3 pm at Gaden Community Centre. All materials included!

Join Ross Wilson as he uncovers Lloyd Rees’s journey through artworks, correspondence and archives.

Iconic whiplash curves and asymmetrical designs

Join calligraphy instructor Xueyi Bai to learn the basics of Chinese brushwork

Come watch artists and witness their creative processes as they battle live on canvas

New contemporary dance works in development from Cassidy McDermott Smith and Shyamla

A gripping coming-of-age drama, set in Stockport between 1988-2002.

Join an buggy tour around Australia's oldest botanic garden and a 30-hectare paradise adjoining Sydney Harbour.

Richard Collins' third show at The Shop Gallery

Acts of resistance and care

Join Gina Fairley to explore the vibrant world of Mexican modernists beyond Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera.

"Grab Pandy’s hand and hold on tight!" Catch Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie first at The Orpheum!

Painting, pottery, drawing and more! Join us for amazing art workshops for adults taught by professional artists!

Learn to sketch urban street scenes!

Authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, Craft & Fashion

A tour developed specifically for visitors who are blind or have low vision and their guests

Visual artist Matteo Bernasconi shares his extensive knowledge of painting

Learn to paint and use watercolours with us!

A view from the side is the first art exhibition to feature clear canvas, an Australian invention.

A special launch event for this fearless, tender memoir from the prize-winning writer of Counting and Cracking.

Celebrate the renewed energy that springs brings with fellow creatives in a place of joy, conversation, and connection.

Learn art theory and history

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years

An interactive artwork celebrating Rohingya culture and identity

New cross-disciplinary work BiPolar Express premieres at Flight Path Theatre for Sydney Fringe Festival!

Award-winning solo dance-theatre show about the intersection of motherhood and art

UK Artist Lydia Bauman examines the contribution of evolving nineteenth century gardens to art.

Looking for Georgia: My travels across New Mexico in the Footsteps of Georgia O'Keeffe, plus Edward Hopper

Come see ITS teachers join forces with Sydney’s best improvisers for a Genre Rollercoaster Harold!

Learn painting skills and how to use oil paints with us!

Join Poetica's Miriam Hechtman for a poetry workshop that uses poems as prompts. 

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

Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize returns for its 24th year!

Messy fun without the clean up!

Learn more about Rohingya culture through art, performance and storytelling

Carly will have you laughing & cringing as she opens her inbox to reveal taboo requests and stories of the sex industry.

An outstanding display of talent and dedication from Australia’s next generation of dance groups

Celebrate the rich diversity of human wisdom as we explore the great traditions of sacred and secular music.

Build skill, confidence and presence with The Actors Co.

Paint, draw or sketch on the beautiful Glebe foreshore!

Discover how windmills powered the colony, then craft your own mini windmill to spin and take home

Learn to paint and use watercolours with our painting short courses in Sydney

With skillful empathy, writer and digital creative Clare Stephens holds a mirror to online personas versus actual lives.

For creatives eager to demystify powerful digital marketing tools and learn how to shape them for their unique needs.

Beloved characters come to life in Centennial Park in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance

A documentary film presented by the Australia Global Health Film Festival

Learn to animate graphics and visual effects

Capture the character of your favourite pet friend in out pet portrait painting class

Artwork by Sarah Gibson, Rosemary King, Janet Kossy, Fran Munro, Penny Ryan and Sue Young

Create your own Sydney Ferries sculpture in clay — a full-day workshop for teens 12+

“The Citizen Kane of Bad Movies” – Entertainment Weekly

Facilitated by Rohingya craftspeople in collaboration with Creative Advocacy Partnerships

Facilitated by the Rohingya community in collaboration with Creative Advocacy Partnerships

Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.

Meditation, watercolour and poetry workshop

Get ready to glow with Derpy, the goofy, cat-like tiger from K-Pop Demon Hunters.

Belvoir in collaboration with director Kate Champion present Meow Meow’s ‘The Red Shoes’

Make 3 Projects, Eat Pizza, BYO Drinks!

The popular Sydney Made market is back again at Sydney Town Hall this October 2025 just in time for Spring!!

Live writing circle w/ reflection & connection

French fun, food and stalls

Two hours of sketching happiness in front of inspirational live models

Get the kids out of the house this spring with a fun day of painting, drawing and creative expression

Discover ceramics in this 5-week course for beginner students

A story of Queer love, Pasifika identity and the struggle for family acceptance.

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

Household names, comedy cult favourites, and the best new talent

Harness your creativity in this fun, family - friendly workshop.

Hoor Al Qasimi and Maud Page on the 25th Biennale of Sydney

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!

Rosie O’Donnell performing COMMON KNOWLEDGE in Sydney!

A group show on various contenporary and emerging artists exploring the content of the natural landscape.

A look at the rich lives and experiences of working-class people in so-called Sydney.

Spend two hours learning and crafting your very own candle in a Japanese ceramic

A spectacular, Vegas-style production, recreating the biggest hits of the ’60s and ’70s

Sydney's largest antiques and collectables fair

Wake with Warrane/Sydney Harbour.

Sink your teeth into the entire Twilight Saga back on the big screen in an epic all day movie marathon!

Cark It Café: Queer, creative & death-positive — let’s plan our endings with flair, not fear

Explore art, express yourself and connect.

Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free ticketed concert in the heart of the city

Thriving in the Juggle: Wellbeing for Artists & Creative Business Owners

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

An evening to celebrate Sydney's most culturally impactful games and creators

Studio access for experienced printmakers

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an expert ceramicist in this 6-week course

A new international cirque-cabaret from the creators of Blanc de Blanc and LIMBO.

$30,000 Annual National Acquisitive Prize for paintings inspired by the Australian Landscape, now in its 22nd year

For beginners and people with some painting experience

Learn to draw florals and foliage with us

Glenn Shorrock, star of the Little River Band sings a collection of hits you know and love

Make a study of the nude in a single extended pose.

Experienced students can further develop their own projects with support from an experienced tutor in this 6 week course

Learn the basics of working with clay in this 6-week course

Discover ceramics in this 4-week course for young people

A solo exhibition of abstract paintings by Gaia Starace

Learn to work with oil paints with us

Learn to put pencil to paper with our drawing courses in a relaxed and casual atmosphere

Sydney's favourite pub Shakespeare company brings a riotous, 90-minute adaptation of Twelfth Night to your lobal pub.

The official opening of the much-anticipated exhibition, Artisans in the Gardens.

Cut, shape and polish in this hands-on class

Intimate Deception

Fast, fun, award-winning, singalong Shakespeare in your local pub.

A series of evocative short films.

Renowned TV presenter & artist, Richard Morecroft in conversation with selected 2025 winners

An exciting and diverse range of artworks inspired by nature in all its forms

A ‘human requiem’ to comfort and console.

Expand your art practice under the expert guidance of artist Katika Schultz

Create your very own individualised semainier ring - like stacker rings, only better!

Sew your own shorts or pants!

Create a small finished soapstone sculpture in this one day workshop.

Fast, fun, award-winning, singalong Shakespeare in your local pub.

Discover ceramics in this 8-week courses for beginner students

A new queer musical based on real female pirates of the 1700s.

For artists, art lovers, or history enthusiasts

Share a drink, find fresh ideas, and connect with others who get the joys (and challenges) of creative life.

Renowned artist’s book creator Avril Makula leads this interactive, hands-on workshop!

Fast, fun, award-winning, singalong Shakespeare in your local pub.

Learn linocut printmaking with us!

Learn how to make striking natural artwork

Make you own handcrafted textured bangle or cuff in our Sunday afternoon beginner workshop

Still life acrylic painting workshop for beginners

Fast, fun, award-winning, singalong Shakespeare in your local pub.

Unleash your inner artist with our painting short courses in Sydney!

A special Q&A screening of British sci-fi cult classic Attack the Block, with John Boyega Q&A live on stage!

A group exhibition of drawing, painting and sculpture

Explore the mindful craft and learn best practices

Australia’s premier Antique & Art Fair

The legendary Ghostbuster, Ernie Hudson will be joining us for a LIVE on stage Q&A with a screening of GHOSTBUSTERS.

Photographic exhibition by Edmond Thommen

Unleash your creativity in our fun and social beginner portrait drawing workshop

Castrati avoid puberty. Kit, a trans man, has been through two. Explore the resonance between the two disparate voices.

A romantic (un)comedy about finding yourself falling in love, falling apart, and falling back together again.

Learn how to paint flowers using acrylics in this 2.5-hour Sunday morning workshop

Bell Shakespeare presents Shakespeare's greatest love story portrayed with elegance and clarity.

Discover the joy of acrylic painting in our fun Sunday class for beginners

Learn linocut printmaking as part of our Visual Arts and Handcrafts courses

Sentimental moods and sweet musical delights

Join our fun 2.5-hour Sunday morning new mixed media workshop at Ultimo Community Centre.

An evening of operatic masterpieces. Meet 'The new king of the high Cs', Juan Diego Flórez

A group exhibition celebrating 40 years of AKAVA

A love story about resilience, community, queerness and how choosing to love and love freely, can be the most important.

An introduction to watercolours and botanical art for adults

Celebrate Christmas with uplifting music – a treat for the ears, heart and voice.

You’re invited to the party of the summer