Sydney Archives

Australia Day, what’s on in Sydney

24/01/2023

All the much-loved Australia Day traditions are back for another year. The Australia Day in Sydney program is inclusive, reflective, respectful and packed with unmissable events. Australia Day in Sydney will champion the vibrant and diverse state of NSW and transform Sydney Harbour to a spectacular stage which provides a glorious backdrop to an uplifting and inspirational national day. The Australia Day Council of NSW and NSW Government are grateful for the guidance and insights it receives from First Nations representatives who are instrumental in creating the Sydney program. From dawn to dusk and into the night, there are…

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School holidays, What to do

AUSTRALIAN MUSEUM’S SHARKS EXHIBITION EXTENDED

17/01/2023

The Australian Museum’s blockbuster Sharks exhibition is extending its run due to a wildly popular summer season and a high demand from visitors eager to learn more about these magnificent creatures. Now open until Tuesday 25 April 2023, visitors are invited to explore the diversity of these ancient predators with eleven life-size shark models, interactive experiences, and specimens from the Australian Museum collection. In addition to discovering the cultural connections that reach back countless generations, visitors will also learn about First Nations and Pasifika Peoples knowledge of sharks and how this understanding helps us to protect them. Minister for the…

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Events

Sydney’s Lunar Festival 2023

10/01/2023

Sydney Lunar Festival is happening from 21 January to 5 February. It’s the time to celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with fabulous feasts, spectacular shows and magnificent artworks. Below is a list of events and locations. Sydney Lunar Streets Hay Street, Haymarket Saturday 21 January, 5pm to 10pm Kick off your Lunar New Year celebrations and see the laneways of Haymarket transformed into an exciting street party. Chinatown will buzz with live entertainment, roving performers, market stalls, food trucks, DJs and lion dances. Lunar Spectacular shows Sydney Town Hall Saturday 4 February from 10am Performers share their culture through…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

ELEVATE FAMILY

31/12/2022

Tickets are free, bookings essential. Four mega mornings for families to build incredible memories. Taking family events to another level, some of Australia’s most loved characters and performers will be live on stage. Watch, dance and sing along – you’ll know all the words. Mornings at ELEVATE are a massive street party just for the little ones with playful surprises at every turn! From zig zagging between performers on and off the stage, or simply taking in the view. It’s a Sydney summer experience for the whole family that is impossible to replicate. Don’t miss it. Tickets are free, bookings essential. CHECK TICKETS…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

Seaside Stroller Tour At The Australian Maritime Museum

31/12/2022

Tours and play for carers with children from 0 to 18 months. Join our carers and babies tour through new exhibitions. Enjoy delicious refreshments from Ripples café, adult-friendly conversations in the exhibition and baby play time in a sensory space. Strollers, front packs, baby-slings and breastfeeding welcome. Upcoming tours: Monday 21 and 28 November, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour: Mariw Minaral (Spiritual Patterns) Play: Under the Sea theme Monday 12 December, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour:Wildlife Photography Play:Sensory Jungle Friday 27 January, 10:30 am or 12:30 pm Tour: Summer Highlights Play: Colour and Shape theme Monday 20 and…

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School holidays, What to do

THE FABELMANS

28/12/2022

Directed by Steven Spielberg, The Fabelmans is written by Spielberg and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tony Kushner (Angels in America, Caroline, or Change), who has earned Oscar® nominations for his screenplays for Spielberg’s Lincoln and Munich. The film is produced by three-time Oscar® nominee Kristie Macosko Krieger p.g.a. (West Side Story, The Post), Steven Spielberg p.g.a. and Tony Kushner p.g.a. The film is executive produced by Carla Raij (Maestro, co-producer West Side Story) and Josh McLaglen (Free Guy, Logan). The film stars Gabriel LaBelle (The Predator, American Gigolo series) as 16-year-old aspiring filmmaker Sammy Fabelman; four-time Academy Award® nominee Michelle Williams…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays, What to do

Things to do in Sydney with kids

17/12/2022

After school activities, weekend activities, and indoor activities, Sydney has plenty of fun for kids of all ages. Parents, breathe a sigh of relief: we’ve rounded up 20 of the best year-round activities for kids of all ages. If you haven’t got time to read the full piece, here are our top 10. Find a new playground Make a splash at one of indoor our pools Wonder at the beauty of the Royal Botanic Garden Learn new skills at Centennial Park Dive under water at the Sydney Aquarium Get creative with kids activities at Museum of Contemporary Art Play, create…

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Kids, Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Cook + Phillip Park Pool Summer Free Open Day

15/12/2022

Cook + Phillip Park Pool will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 9am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Cook+Phillip Park Aquatic and Fitness Centre 4 College Street, Sydney NSW 2001 When: Saturday 17 December…

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Kids, School holidays, What to do

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre Summer Free Open Day

13/12/2022

Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre will be holding an open day on Saturday 17 December. There’ll be a range of in-centre activities, events, and prizes up for grabs throughout the day, including; Group Fitness Mega Marathon from 8am FREE entry into the pool from 10am – 3pm Giveaways, spin-to-win, and activities for kids and families Fitness challenges in the gym, including push-up, row and plank challenges. Free kids swim assessments Meet the team, including the centre manager, swim instructors and fitness experts PLUS more Where: Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre 458 Harris Street, Ultimo NSW 2007 When: Saturday 17 December from 10am…

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Events, School holidays, What to do

The best things to do this Christmas

10/12/2022

Grab your Santa hat – and your sunscreen – because it’s time to celebrate a summer Christmas. Here are some of the best ways to get festive in Sydney. Kids Christmas Cookie Decorating at The Rocks Markets Head down to The Rocks for this free cookie decorating workshop. Katherine from Sweets by Sas will teach you and the kids how to pipe decorations onto some festive cookies. You’ll get 5 to box up and take home. Sunday 13 December The Rocks Markets Santa’s Little Workshop at Tramsheds Santa’s Little Workshop at Tramsheds Get your little ones making your…

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