Toggle menu
Search
Log in
Log in
List your event for free
List your event for free
Filter by
Things to do
When
Where
More
Search
Search
Family
Messina Eats: Frankie’s Tortas & Tacos
Messina HQ
Food & drink
Messina Eats: Frankie’s Tortas & Tacos
We’re turning our Marrickville carpark into a Mexican street food fiesta.
Choirs in the City: Martin Place
Martin Place
Children & family
Choirs in the City: Martin Place
Street choirs singing carols perform every night leading up to Christmas.
Le Marché French Markets at The Entertainment Quarter
The Entertainment Quarter
Food & drink
Le Marché French Markets at The Entertainment Quarter
French fun, food and stalls
Martin Place Christmas tree
Martin Place
Children & family
Martin Place Christmas tree
Experience the magic of Christmas.
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert
Reg Bartley Oval
Children & family
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert
It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears and put on your party shoes
Summer at Marrinawi Cove
Barangaroo Reserve
Tours & experiences
Summer at Marrinawi Cove
Barangaroo's urban oasis for swimming, sunning, and live music this summer!
Santa in the City - Santa Photos
Martin Place
Children & family
Santa in the City - Santa Photos
Santa photos in Martin Place
RELICS: A New World Rises
Australian Museum
Exhibitions
RELICS: A New World Rises
Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in an extraordinary exhibition by LEGO® Masters winners.
Baby live music playground
Sydney
Children & family
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet including basic dance vocabulary
Bernstein & Busoni
Eternity Playhouse
Children & family
Bernstein & Busoni
Two one-act operas with orchestra in the beautiful intimacy of the historic Eternity Playhouse.
Canopy of Light
Pitt Street Mall
Children & family
Canopy of Light
Transforming Pitt Street Mall
Carols in the Park
Hunters Hill
Tours & experiences
Carols in the Park
Come and spread the Christmas cheer at Hunter’s Hill Council’s Carols in the Park event.
European Christmas Market
Ashfield
Food & drink
European Christmas Market
The Polish Club Ashfield European Christmas Market is a community-based market
Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration
The Rocks
Children & family
Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration
The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day.
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Bondi Junction
Children & family
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience
Guided walks
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Guided walks
Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll
Introduction to Japanese tea ceremony workshop
Surry Hills
Tours & experiences
Introduction to Japanese tea ceremony workshop
Experience the elegance of Chado in our Japanese tea ceremony workshop, where tradition and mindfulness meet
Naughty or Nice? Come Find Out at Market City!
Haymarket
Children & family
Naughty or Nice? Come Find Out at Market City!
Follow the festive trail and discover your place on Santa’s list—plus FREE Santa photos. Open daily, even Christmas Day.
Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal
Art Gallery of NSW
Children & family
Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal
A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW
School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families
Ultimo
Music
School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families
Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion
Stories under the fig tree
Museum of Contemporary Art
Children & family
Stories under the fig tree
Books celebrating First Nations languages, and cultures.
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour
Explore the city on a comfortable and informative tour, traveling in a climate-controlled bus with experienced guide.
Sydney Harbour & Fish Markets Sightseeing Cruise
Darling Harbour
Tours & experiences
Sydney Harbour & Fish Markets Sightseeing Cruise
Explore Sydney Harbour’s icons & the lively new Fish Markets on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise.
Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney Walking Tour including The Rocks
Discover Sydney's history, secrets and art hiding in plain sight
The Curious World of Pamela Allen
State Library of NSW
Children & family
The Curious World of Pamela Allen
Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.
Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
BridgeClimb Sydney
Children & family
Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Santa is coming to the Summit and you can meet him for an iconic festive photo atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge
The mad botanist: family adventure
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
The mad botanist: family adventure
Self-guided scavenger hunt
MCA Art Play
Museum of Contemporary Art
Children & family
MCA Art Play
Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.
123 Magic Parenting Program - Emotional Coaching
Mascot
Children & family
123 Magic Parenting Program - Emotional Coaching
Free emotional coaching program for parents
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Pyrmont Community Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Pyrmont Community Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV
King George V (KGV) Recreation Centre
Children & family
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
The Entertainment Quarter markets (EQ Markets)
The Entertainment Quarter
Food & drink
The Entertainment Quarter markets (EQ Markets)
Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats.
A Chinese Christmas
KXT on Broadway
Theatre, dance & film
A Chinese Christmas
FooFrame Productions in association with bAKEHOUSE Theatre Co is thrilled to present Trent Foo’s A Chinese Christmas
Makertime for families: Festive edition 8+yrs
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Makertime for families: Festive edition 8+yrs
A fun family session of craft, creativity, and tech this festive season!
Songs & Play
Haymarket
Community & causes
Songs & Play
FREE music & play group for families with infants and pre-school-aged children
Storytime online with Jane Godwin
Online
Children & family
Storytime online with Jane Godwin
Join celebrated children’s author Jane Godwin as she reads her wonderful stories and leads us in some fun craft.
Martin Place Christmas Markets
Martin Place
Children & family
Martin Place Christmas Markets
Sydney’s most enchanting Christmas market experience in the heart of Sydney this holiday season
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)
Harold Park Community Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Tramsheds)
Harold Park Community Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Tramsheds)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library
Green Square Library
Children & family
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library
Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
Hope Illuminated – Christmas Lights at Mary MacKillop Place
North Sydney
Community & causes
Hope Illuminated – Christmas Lights at Mary MacKillop Place
A joyful, free event for families, friends, and visitors of all ages
Mum walk
Sydney Park
Community & causes
Mum walk
Free weekly walks to meet local mums
Seedlings nature school
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Seedlings nature school
Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe) Saturdays
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe) Saturdays
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
K-Bop
Glebe
Children & family
K-Bop
A parent child singing circle with Angie Who
Surry Hills Christmas Fair
Surry Hills
Children & family
Surry Hills Christmas Fair
Live music, stalls and delicious food and drink
Balance bike clinics
Sydney Park Cycling Centre
Children & family
Balance bike clinics
Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Chippendale
Children & family
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Decorate your home this year with a handmade, Christmas wreath! Learn the method of wreath making with fresh flowers.
Creature 2025
Carriageworks
Children & family
Creature 2025
An adventure into the Australian bush through 360-degree interactive play space
Dharawal Cultural Day at the Museum
Chau Chak Wing Museum
Community & causes
Dharawal Cultural Day at the Museum
Celebrate culture and community with the Gujaga Foundation
Gingerbread House Workshop for Kids
Sydney
Children & family
Gingerbread House Workshop for Kids
Spark Holiday Creativity This Festive Season | Birdie Bar and Brasserie in partnership with Novotel Sydney City Centre
Alexandria Christmas Concert
Alexandria Park
Children & family
Alexandria Christmas Concert
Let's get together for some festive cheer
Brolga Yugal Yulu-gi
Carriageworks
Theatre, dance & film
Brolga Yugal Yulu-gi
A vibrant and inspiring cultural showcase presented by the talented young people of Brolga Dance Academy.
Community Christmas Party & Elf Show
Randwick Sustainability Hub
Children & family
Community Christmas Party & Elf Show
Magic and merriment awaits in Sydney's east - all welcome.
Kids' Proms: It's Christmas!
Harold Park Community Hall
Children & family
Kids' Proms: It's Christmas!
Meet the instruments of the concert band at these fun, festive and interactive concerts!
Sunset spotlight tour
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Sunset spotlight tour
Experience the Royal Botanic Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
Choirs in the City: Customs House Square
Customs House Square
Children & family
Choirs in the City: Customs House Square
Christmas carols to get into the festive mood
Christmas at the Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral
Children & family
Christmas at the Cathedral
The Cathedral's famous light show brings the beloved song 'The Little Drummer Boy' to life.
Christmas at the Sixers | Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers
Sydney Cricket Ground
Children & family
Christmas at the Sixers | Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers
Celebrate Christmas at the Sixers - Fun, Cricket & Festive Cheer at the SCG
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Children & family
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
SpongeBob Underworld Adventure at SEA LIFE Sydney
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Children & family
SpongeBob Underworld Adventure at SEA LIFE Sydney
Dive into an Underworld Adventure with SpongeBob at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium!
Christmas Spectacular – a Magical Wonderland
State Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Christmas Spectacular – a Magical Wonderland
Starring Michael Boyd and special guest Prinnie Stevens
Dec/Jan Summer Holiday Gymnastics Camp
Waterloo
Children & family
Dec/Jan Summer Holiday Gymnastics Camp
Skill challenges, games, creative crafts and more
Rydges Plane Spotter Open Day
Mascot
Children & family
Rydges Plane Spotter Open Day
Exclusive front-row experience overlooking Sydney Airport’s international runway at Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel!
The 13-Storey Treehouse – Live on Stage
Seymour Centre
Theatre, dance & film
The 13-Storey Treehouse – Live on Stage
Following a smash-hit UK tour, the first show in the award-winning 'Treehouse' series returns to Sydney!
Heffron Park markets
Maroubra
Children & family
Heffron Park markets
New Heffron Park markets launching this October
Dreaming of a green Christmas
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Dreaming of a green Christmas
Get ready for a hilarious Christmas story this December!
Santa's studio
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Santa's studio
Your little elves can create beautiful Christmas crafts and presants
Park Theatre: Mr Bower Bird Scrooge
Centennial Park
Theatre, dance & film
Park Theatre: Mr Bower Bird Scrooge
Come on a Christmas Carol adventure with an Aussie twist.
Christmas Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Christmas Eve Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Celebrate Christmas Eve with a sumptious feast at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Boxing Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Come together with loved ones to celebrate with a decadent three-course dinner
Christmas at Deckhouse
Woolwich
Community & causes
Christmas at Deckhouse
Join Deckhouse to celebrate Christmas by the harbour with a premium long lunch set against Sydney waterfront views.
Christmas at Flying Fish
The Star
Food & drink
Christmas at Flying Fish
A seafood lovers dream Christmas
Christmas at Sala Dining
Pyrmont
Food & drink
Christmas at Sala Dining
Celebrate Christmas with an Italian inspired seafood lunch overlooking Sydney Harbour.
Christmas Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Four Seasons Hotel Sydney
Tours & experiences
Christmas Day Dinner at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Celebrate Christmas Day with an unforgettable festive dinner
Christmas Day lunch
Castlereagh Boutique Hotel
Children & family
Christmas Day lunch
Spend a magical Christmas Day in the heart of Sydney
Christmas Seafood Buffet Lunch at Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
Sydney
Food & drink
Christmas Seafood Buffet Lunch at Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney
Dive into a magical Christmas seafood feast and celebrate this special day
Eat Drink Nights Green Square
Green Square plaza
Food & drink
Eat Drink Nights Green Square
Eat, shop and enjoy the community vibe
New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye
Sydney Tower
Children & family
New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye
Elevate your New Year! Celebrate NYE above the city with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, 250m high!
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise
Darling Harbour
Children & family
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Dawes Point
Children & family
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.
New Year’s Eve at Bennie’s Cafe & Bistro Circular Quay
Sydney
Tours & experiences
New Year’s Eve at Bennie’s Cafe & Bistro Circular Quay
If you’re looking for an exclusive New Year’s Eve celebration with a view this year, head to Bennie’s Cafe Circular Quay.
New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Eastbank Cafe
Sydney
Children & family
New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Eastbank Cafe
Enjoy dinner under the Sydney Harbour fireworks
New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill
Sydney
Children & family
New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill
Step into New Year’s Eve at Searock Grill, in the heart of Circular Quay, and experience an unforgettable celebration
New Year's Eve by the Harbour at Wahlburgers Opera Quays
Sydney
Tours & experiences
New Year's Eve by the Harbour at Wahlburgers Opera Quays
Enjoy unmatched views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge as we celebrate 2025 in style
New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
New Year's Eve Midnight Fireworks Cruise
Watch the spectacular midnight fireworks in a prime position on Sydney Harbour
New Years Eve Cruise on Bundeena
Drummoyne
Tours & experiences
New Years Eve Cruise on Bundeena
A Sydney Classic Ferry Family Friendly
NYE at SkyFeast at Sydney Tower
Sydney Tower
Food & drink
NYE at SkyFeast at Sydney Tower
Take it to the skies and ring in 2026 from the city's highest vantage point
South Passage New Year's Eve: Sydney Harbour
Sydney
Tours & experiences
South Passage New Year's Eve: Sydney Harbour
New Year's Eve - Sydney Harbour of Lights Sail and Fireworks
The Wind in the Willows
The Royal Botanic Garden
Theatre, dance & film
The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank is brought to life!
Waterworld Central Sydney 2026
The Entertainment Quarter
Children & family
Waterworld Central Sydney 2026
Summer fun is back and bigger than ever! Waterworld Central, Australia’s largest inflatable waterpark is returning!
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Castlereagh Boutique Hotel
Theatre, dance & film
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Magic at its close - the ideal way to mark special occasions or enjoy a night out with family and friends.
Shadow Puppet Workshops with Green Beetle
Chau Chak Wing Museum
Talks, courses & workshops
Shadow Puppet Workshops with Green Beetle
A January School Holiday program
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!
ICC Sydney
Theatre, dance & film
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play! brings Mickey, Minnie, the SuperKitties and Team Spidey to Australia!
Play with Clay
Chau Chak Wing Museum
Talks, courses & workshops
Play with Clay
A January School Holiday program
Sawdust
Leichhardt
Theatre, dance & film
Sawdust
Circus adventure puppet show – fun for the whole family!
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise
Sydney Harbour
Children & family
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise
See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
Explore Egypt! A Day of Egyptology
Chau Chak Wing Museum
Tours & experiences
Explore Egypt! A Day of Egyptology
Learn about Ancient Egyptian figures and handle real-life artefacts in this day-long school holiday program.
Ho Jiak Haymarket: Lion Dance
Haymarket
Food & drink
Ho Jiak Haymarket: Lion Dance
Celebrate with friends and family at Ho Jiak Haymarket
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library
Glebe Library
Children & family
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library
Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
Sydney Streets on Redfern Street
Redfern
Food & drink
Sydney Streets on Redfern Street
Celebrate Redfern with a day of community celebrations
Sydney Streets on Stanley Street
Darlinghurst
Food & drink
Sydney Streets on Stanley Street
Celebrate Darlinghurst with a day of outdoor fun
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Pyrmont
Children & family
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of community celebrations
Anastasia
Sydney Lyric Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Anastasia
Journey to the past.
Discover the best events that Sydney has to offer
Subscribe to our newsletter