Culture

An exhibition exploring the darker side of myth in the modern world

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

Explore Australia's most historic area the fun way in a series of fun cryptic clues

An exhibition of the official NAIDOC Week posters of the past 5 decades

Art and storytelling from South and Southeast Asia celebrating the many avatars of Vishnu

Bachata is a popular Latin dance focusing on smooth footwork, body movement, and strong partner connection worldwide.

Connect, share cultures, and practise languages over tea, games, and friendly conversation.

Come and meet your neighbours and enjoy a friendly game of mahjong every Thursday afternoon

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

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

Christopher Nolan's mythic action epic on 70mm film in an exclusive north Sydney season

Welcome to the Theatre of Life

Broadcaster and teacher Mary Sharp on what stories tell us about how we view our lives

Featuring 30 artist from Korea and Australia

The largest major exhibition of one of the most fearless and influential voices in Australian contemporary art.

Soprano spinto concert by local performers

Join us for an inspiring evening as the Sydney Peace Foundation awards the Gold Medal to Dr Bob Brown.

The Glendronach is bringing the Scottish Highlands to Sydney

a fresh perspective

Australia's best street dancers take centre stage and the crowd decides who wins

Discover how this very old inner Sydney suburb has changed

Enjoy a 2-hour walk with a trained guide and see how heritage and contemporary architecture co-exist in harmony

Deeply relax in this unique experience, a special Gong Bath at legendary Soul Agenda Yoga & Pilates in Balmain

Learn this empowering style focused on confidence, posture, strong lines and fluid movement in heels.

City of Sydney Library open day at our 9 branches from 27 to 31 July

Cultural Dance for Young People

Join us every Monday for an inspiring Poetry Open Mic night! Read your original poetry and sell your work here

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

Italian cuisine with local Sydney live music

You’ve got the words. Now you want to refine your poetry, for your own reading pleasure or for public events.

Where Australians and internationals meet

Connect, sing and share the joy of music!

Haydn, Richter, Mysliveček & Beethoven

A conversation about the Library’s vital family history research, including the ethics and challenges that arise.

A book club that celebrates great Australian writing, lively conversation and the joy of reading together.

Orange & Canberra Wine Dinner at Parliament House

Music to make you come alive

The funniest comedians in Sydney are coming to The Drummer every month!

Sydney Tattoo Convention 2026 | Australia's Premier Tattoo Expo. 250+ artists, live tattooing & entertainment. 7–9 Aug.

Ready for an unique experience? Join us for our drum workshop where you'll dive into the powerful world of Taiko

Scent & sound experience

Learn how behind-the-scenes expertise shapes how library collections are organised, discovered and understood.

The best comedians in Australia come to The Nelson Hotel.

Each performer gets a free drink!

Unlock Your Next Adventure!

The inaugural Inner West Choral festival celebrates the voices of the Inner West and beyond

Professional training for Local & International stages. 5-day / 5 week course! 50 years exp, Trained 1600+ comics

Discover some of the best new works publishing this season, featuring readings from established and emerging writers.

Discover the character, craftsmanship, and stories behind Irish whiskeys by candlelight in The Doss House.

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

Discover the architecture of Pyrmont and learn about its history in a two hour walk with a trained AAA volunteer

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

Hear from three members of our prestigious Artist in Residence program about their creative responses to the Library.

The Cult of Gloriana: Art, Music and Politics at the Court of the Virgin Queen

Get ready for a monthly night where the energy is high, the stories are louder, and the karaoke is for all!

Enjoy a leisurely two hour walk around the gentrified Potts Point area with a trained AAA volunteer tour guide

Hear how the Library is meeting the new challenges and opportunities of safeguarding the born-digital archival record.

Opera in a pub? You heard right! Opera Bites brings best-loved opera hits to the relaxed atmosphere of your local pub.

Deeply relax in this unique experience in serious comfort, a special gong bath in the movie room recliners!

Enjoy a 2-hour walk visiting landmark Sydney city buildings with a very knowledgeable AAA volunteer tour guide

Discover and learn about Ultimo's colourful history and why it becomes known as Ultimo with AAA's volunteer tour guide.

Award-winning solo theatre exploring the neurodivergent mind through colour, movement and spoken word.

Journey through the world of whiskey with a guided tasting of international drams, in the cosy den of The Doss House.

The Great Age of the Shogun: Art and Culture in Edo Period Japan

Celebrate longer evenings with a fresh mix of live cabaret, cocktails and karaoke in Sydney at the Seymour.

Marie Conte-Helm presents: NATURE, ART, AND GARDENS IN JAPAN: From Tradition to Contemporary Life

Curious unpacks the ideas shaping headlines, sparking debate and changing the way we see the world.

Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion

A critical exploration of First Nations engagement with archives, and the work of re-reading and reframing collections.

Alexander Gavrylyuk and Richard Tognetti perform an electrifying evening of Szymanowski, Prokofiev and Brahms.

Immerse yourself in the healing space of Aboriginal spirituality, in this authentic and heartfelt meditation workshop.

Free entry. Rare books, maps, prints & ephemera for sale. The Glasshouse, State Library NSW. 22–24 October 2026.

Embrace the dark this Oíche Shamhna with a hauntingly immersive evening of ghost stories and whisky at The Doss House.

Through music, comedy, and karaoke, this is Halloween reimagined—equal parts theatrical, joyful and unforgettable.

Day of the Dead Spectacular

An ambitious all-Haydn all-period instruments program

Discover why public libraries matter more than ever as AI and digital technologies reshape their role.

The final show of the year, Sing that one last song. The perfect way to celebrate the end of the year!

Free tour por Sídney en Español