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Saturday 24 Oct

4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: $★ Editor's pickThe Link up: Sydney Creative Experience ✦ SatCha & Zak's ClubhouseA massive afternoon of local culture featuring live music sets, a DJ battle hosted by Ride.ez, 1v1 dance jams, and a creative pop-up market.MarrickvilleMusicCommunity & social$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $★ Editor's pickIt's All Love Halloween Party Sydney24 King StA 90s and noughties horror-themed blowout featuring retro arcade games, pinball, N64 setups, and live hip-hop sets from local emerging…NewtownNightlifeMusic$
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Free★ Editor's pickT4t Wrestling: Smash RepairSlipway @ the Mothership CourtyardForget the footy and head straight to Marrickville Slipway, where trans wrestlers will bring two hours of athleticism, drama and…MarrickvilleNightlifeFree
Marrickville
7:45 AM7:45 AMCost: $Indoor Yoga by Yoga on EarthLittle Big HouseUnwind upstairs at the Little Big House with a class designed to build strength and shake off the week.Summer HillWellness$
Summer Hill
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: $ · Sold outAustralian Finska ChampionshipPetersham Bowling ClubPetersham Bowling Club plays host to 128 timber-tossing teams battling it out for the grand trophy, a thousand-dollar cash prize, and…PetershamWellnessSold out$
Petersham
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: Price not listed · Sold outBead It Yourself Upcycled Necklace Making Workshops555a King StUpcycled bead necklace creation workshop using secondhand materials.NewtownTalks & workshopsSold out
Newtown
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: $$$Intro to Carpentry Working with Reclaimed TimberInner West Sustainability Hub. The BowerLearn the basics of measuring, sawing, and power tool operation while building your own custom storage crate from recycled materials.Summer HillTalks & workshops$$$
Summer Hill
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $Bike Care and Maintenance CourseSydney Park Cycling CentrePick up practical mechanical skills to fix punctures and handle roadside repairs so you never get stranded on your commute again.AlexandriaTalks & workshops$
Alexandria
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeElectrify Inner West ExpoLeichhardt Town HallA second chance to catch the Leichhardt Town Hall energy expo if you missed the morning session, complete with expert stalls and Peter…LeichhardtTalks & workshopsCommunity & socialFree
Leichhardt
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeFuxico by Keila TerencioEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreEngage with a participatory artwork built from local stories and craft.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeHard Times Require Furious Dancing by Ian ThomasEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreLarge textile works inspired by nightlife and queer community spaces.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeKids Halloween Costumes - Clothes SwapSustainability Hub (the Bower)Bring down clean, wearable kids' costumes and accessories to swap for something new-to-you before October 31 rolls around.Summer HillFamilyMarketsFree
Summer Hill
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeMay Street Open Studios23-25 May StWander through private and shared artist workspaces in St Peters, meet the makers behind the craft, and snap up original works straight…St PetersArts & cultureMarketsLast dayFree
St Peters
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeOfficial Opening of the Upgraded Norton Russell PlaygroundNorton Russell PlaygroundCheck out the new nature play area, railway-themed climbing unit, and fresh mural by artist Michael Black.NewtownFamilyCommunity & socialFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeParramatta Road, Leichhardt to Marrickville Park Bike Route - Pop-Up SessionMarrickville Park PlaygroundDrop by to chat with the project team and check out the plans for the upcoming active transport upgrade.Community & socialFree
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeRipples of Connection by Bindi Bindi ArtEast Sydney Community and Arts CentrePaintings exploring human connection, storytelling, and shared spaces.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $Side Quest: Make a Plan, Find Your People, Get It Done633 Bourke StGrab a coffee outside Bourke Street Bakery, walk to a nearby park, turn your vague project idea into an actionable 1-on-1 plan, and lock in…Surry HillsTalks & workshops$
Surry Hills
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeTapestry of Love by Kasane LowEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreAdd your own message to a growing participatory community art installation.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeWe Are Equal by Joy HopwoodEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreAn installation challenging social labels and everyday assumptions.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: $$The Power of Musical PlayPlumtree Children's ServicesEarly childhood music leader Julie Wylie runs an interactive practical workshop based on her latest book.MarrickvilleTalks & workshopsFamily$$
Marrickville
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: $Wild Root Playgroup: Asian Roots (Inner West)Ewen ParkAsian food traditions playgroup exploring textures and sensory play.Hurlstone ParkFamilyCommunity & social$
Hurlstone Park
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: FreeJourney: Bird Life Australia Bird Week ExhibitionThe Corner GalleryForty-eight artists explore our connection to Australian birds through an immersive exhibition in Stanmore, with a slice of every sale…StanmoreArts & cultureFree
Stanmore
11:00 AM11:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeMargaret Olley: Australian IntimisteNational Art SchoolA focused survey exhibition celebrating an influential Australian painter.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: FreeOxi Day Wreath Laying Ceremony303 Marrickville RoadThe Inner West Council hosts its annual wreath-laying ceremony to mark Greece's historic 1940 stand.MarrickvilleCommunity & socialFree
Marrickville
11:00 AM11:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeUnbearable LightnessTiliqua TiliquaGroup art exhibition exploring safety and inner longing.EnmoreArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Enmore
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: $Unwritten: Singles Bay Walk [30 Years +]Montage Piazza CafeDitch the apps and meet other over-30s singles over a relaxed waterfront stroll from Lilyfield to the Regatta Club.LilyfieldCommunity & socialTours$
Lilyfield
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: FreeDisco Never Dies - Movement and Culture WorkshopThe Oxford HotelMaster the essential elements of waacking, styling, and expressive floor poses with the crew from Dancekool.DarlinghurstTalks & workshopsFree
Darlinghurst
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: $An Afternoon Funk Soul GrooveLow302Afternoon dance party celebrating classic funk, soul and R and B anthems.Surry HillsNightlifeMusic$
Surry Hills
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: FreeOfficial Opening of the Upgraded 36th Battalion Park PlaygroundBattalion PlaygroundCheck out the fresh multi-play units, bike loop, nature play area, and fitness station alongside a free barbecue and face painting.LeichhardtFamilyCommunity & socialFree
Leichhardt
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: FreeRagnarök & Roll | the Duke's 6th BirthdayThe Duke of EnmoreViking-inspired rock music party and pub celebration.EnmoreNightlifeFree
Enmore
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: $Arcadia BleedsStucco Housing CooperativeAll-ages hardcore punk fundraiser for a student radio station.NewtownMusic$
Newtown
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: FreeCurator’s Tour: TerraformingChau Chak Wing MuseumA curator-led walkthrough of contemporary Chinese art and sculpture.CamperdownArts & cultureToursFree
Camperdown
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: Free · Sold outHolding Space 2026 - Rituals of Reciprocity - Land and Water: Exhibition LaunchChrissie Cotter GalleryExhibition opening featuring multilingual poetry and live Persian music.CamperdownMusicArts & cultureSold outFree
Camperdown
1:30 PM1:30 PMCost: $$Beginners Japanese Tea Workshop in Newtown, SydneyNewtown Neighbourhood CentreCertified instructor Taka Kaneko leads a hands-on session covering tea history and production before you whisk your own bowl of matcha.NewtownEats & drinksTalks & workshops$$
Newtown
1:30 PM1:30 PMCost: FreeNew Sparks - a Creative Writing WorkshopBurwood LibraryUnstick your pen with a series of low-stakes prompts and memory-mining exercises designed for writers at any stage.BurwoodTalks & workshopsFree
Burwood
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: FreeAmazing Astro AnimalsGleebooksAuthor and illustrator James Foley joins astrozoologist Prof Vupshe Dazchy to uncover the real history of animals in space.GlebeTalks & workshopsFamilyFree
Glebe
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $20 Wines For $20Tappo & CoGuided wine tasting event exploring four international varieties of Chardonnay.HaberfieldEats & drinks$
Haberfield
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $Dead Horse Gap BandButchers Brew BarLive roots, blues, and rock and roll performance.Dulwich HillMusic$
Dulwich Hill
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $Jesse Redwing TrioButchers Brew BarJesse Redwing Trio live in concert.Dulwich HillMusic$
Dulwich Hill
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: FreeThe It Grrrls + Unseen (Gig + Book Launch)Gasoline PonyDouble-header gig celebrating a memoir release with reunion performances.MarrickvilleMusicArts & cultureFree
Marrickville
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: FreeThe Nicho Halloween FestivalNicholson Street Public SchoolBalmain East's long-running school festival returns with a haunted house, disco diva dance zone, phantom funfair, and a dedicated Mini…Balmain EastFamilyCommunity & socialFree
Balmain East
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: FreeUnderstanding Zoe's Birthday PartyWonderplay StudioInclusive community birthday party featuring accessible games and activities.DarlinghurstFamilyCommunity & socialFree
Darlinghurst
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: $FlorecerTom Mann TheatreLauren Majarres Flamenco Studio showcases the raw intensity of traditional forms alongside playful regional rhythms, backed by live…Surry HillsMusicArts & culture$
Surry Hills
4:00 PM4:00 PM · Last dayCost: FreeGlitter and Lashes at KryolanOxford SquareHalloween and disco looks on Oxford St: live body-painting and a $30 glitter and lash bar.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
4:30 PM4:30 PMCost: $Matriarch Circle X Womens LibraryThe Women's LibraryWomen’s circle gathering for shared conversations and community building.NewtownCommunity & social$
Newtown
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: FreeDallas FrascaDead SetClassic rock live performance before embarking on tour.DarlinghurstMusicFree
Darlinghurst
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $Devoted to DiscoUniversal SydneyDevoted to Disco takes over the Super Club with non-stop 70s and 80s gold from DJ Donna, live vocals from Clio, and drag performances by…DarlinghurstNightlifeMusic$
Darlinghurst
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: FreeFat Art 2.0 ExhibitionNewsagency GalleryBig Thick Energy presents an exhibition celebrating self-love and radical bodily autonomy, featuring a free screening of the short film…PetershamArts & cultureFree
Petersham
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $For the Girls + FriendsMarrickville Metro - Rooftop CarparkThis custom car and bike celebration moves to a fresh rooftop venue in Marrickville, bringing together local automotive culture, art, and…MarrickvilleCommunity & social$
Marrickville
5:00 PM5:00 PM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeThe Golden Mile Grotto by the Sirens CollectiveDarlinghurst Community SpaceDive into an immersive underwater sanctuary inspired by marine mythology and queer creativity, complete with drop-in workshops and…DarlinghurstFamilyArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $The Mad Plotter Workshop by Irveen KaurSappho BooksNovel-writing masterclass helping writers map out their story structure.GlebeTalks & workshopsArts & culture$
Glebe
5:15 PM5:15 PM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeArt & About Pop-Up Performances at Oxford Square1 Burton StOxford Square turns into an outdoor stage loaded with live music, physical theatre, interactive neon installations, and the one-of-a-kind…DarlinghurstMusicArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: $Umbrella Music 7th Anniversary - Fancy DressCadman CruiseFancy dress harbour cruise featuring a stellar local music lineup.PyrmontNightlifeMusic$
Pyrmont
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeBirthday Dance BallGlebe Town HallHead to the hall for an evening of social dancing accompanied by a live soundtrack.GlebeCommunity & socialFree
Glebe
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Gigged Out After DarkRed RattlerLate night electronic music event showcasing local warehouse DJs and producers.MarrickvilleNightlifeMusic$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outLesbian Film Club Sydney Trivia Night & Halloween Dress-UpNewtown Neighbourhood CentreDust off your best costume, grab some mates for a team of up to five, and settle in for a substance-free trivia night with snacks included.NewtownCommunity & socialSold out$
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Nof Ep LaunchThe Trocadero RoomA heavy underground cult night shifts into experimental electronic destruction.EnmoreMusic$
Enmore
6:25 PM6:25 PM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeBavaria by Loose Canon ArtsEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreBold theatrical performance reimagining the classic Bluebeard tale.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Crossroads: A Step Through Irish Dancing in AustraliaThe Gaelic ClubEvening presentation exploring the history and cultural practice of Irish dancing.Surry HillsArts & culture$
Surry Hills
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$EchoformRikota StudioImmersive contemporary dance theatre performance in a warehouse.MarrickvilleArts & culture$$
Marrickville
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Kierann @ Goodspace Gallery W/ Ellen Soffe & the ChordroysGoodspaceAn evening of independent indie rock and heartfelt songwriting.ChippendaleMusic$
Chippendale
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$Marcelo Costa 2026 Sydney ShowSydney Portugal Community ClubPortuguese fado performances with celebrated vocalist Marcelo Costa.MarrickvilleMusic$$
Marrickville
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: Price not listedSeven Hells SydneyAnnandale Neighbourhood CentreAll-ages independent music showcase featuring touring and local acts.AnnandaleMusic
Annandale
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $AlibiiBand Room @ the BurdekinEast Coast tour stop for an independent rock duo.DarlinghurstMusic$
Darlinghurst
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeAlina GraceSappho Books Cafe and BarLive indie folk performance by singer-songwriter Alina.GlebeMusicFree
Glebe
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Frock up & Rock up - Community CelebrationMarrickville District Lawn Tennis ClubCommunity celebration supporting people seeking asylum.MarrickvilleMusicCommunity & social$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Mad Racket's Saturn Return BirthdayPortugal Madeira ClubLong-running party crew celebrates a milestone anniversary with guests.MarrickvilleNightlifeMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeMotown and BeyondLazybones LoungeMotown and Beyond: Classic soul, funk and RnB covers ensemble.MarrickvilleMusicFree
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Mountain & Swamp Music: Johnny Can’t Dance Cajun Band + NarrownecksGasoline PonyOld time Cajun tunes and Appalachian fiddle and banjo music.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreePhoto Exhibition Mickey Wyrozebski Juice Australia551 King StInternational black-and-white portrait photography exhibition.NewtownArts & cultureFree
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Vampire Vampire with GuestsGifts of Mercy EmporiumAll-ages indie and heavy rock showcase featuring local bands.PetershamMusic$
Petersham
7:15 PM7:15 PMCost: $Seadeck X Country Cruise | 24.10.26Casino WharfHarbour cruise with country music and party anthems.PyrmontMusicTours$
Pyrmont
7:15 PM7:15 PMCost: $Superslam 3: Live Pro WrestlingPolish Club AshfieldHigh-flying athleticism and proper old-school entertainment return to the club for a Sunday session that is guaranteed to be louder than…AshfieldNightlife$
Ashfield
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Chris Masuak's Dog SoldierMarrickville Bowling ClubReturning guitar legend hits the stage with a band.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Five Buck KidThe Chippo HotelIndie rock gig celebrating a fresh single release.ChippendaleFamily$
Chippendale
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Rae SantosKnox St BarIntimate folk EP showcase with songwriter Rae Santos.ChippendaleMusic$
Chippendale
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's Dream @ the Barrel Room, LeichhardtThe Barrel RoomSydney's pub Shakespeare troupe serves up a fast-paced, interactive 90-minute adaptation complete with sing-alongs and a pint in hand.LeichhardtArts & culture$
Leichhardt
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $$Tigran HamasyanSeymour CentreInternational pianist and composer blending jazz, rock, and folk traditions.ChippendaleMusic$$
Chippendale
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $$Bob EvansCrowbarAnniversary tour celebrating a landmark debut album.LeichhardtTalks & workshops$$
Leichhardt
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Bukhu and NoshChurch St StudiosMongolian folk fusion musical collaboration.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Grandmaster GucciBotany View HotelRaw underground rap showcase with supporting artists.NewtownMusic$
Newtown
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Owen Salomé Tango QuartetPeach Black GalleryA live quartet performance premiering original compositions for bandoneon, guitar, viola, and double-bass.ChippendaleMusic$
Chippendale
8:30 PM8:30 PM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeDisco Never Dies by DancekoolEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreDancekool brings the style, energy, and freedom of disco back to the inner city with live vocals, waacking showcases, and heavy DJ sets.DarlinghurstMusicArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
8:30 PM8:30 PMCost: $Vertebrae Album FundraiserThe Lord Gladstone HotelFinal live music performance of the year supporting a debut album.ChippendaleMusic$
Chippendale
9:00 PM9:00 PM · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeCrazing by Escape ArtistsEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreTheatrical drama following four women across generations in a hotel room.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
9:00 PM9:00 PMCost: FreeGreen Ant Ent Presents Rewind: The ReunionStanley 2204A massive reunion club night bringing back an iconic crew of DJs.MarrickvilleNightlifeMusicFree
Marrickville
9:00 PM9:00 PMCost: $Rakata - Dark PerreoBrazilian Cultural CentreA late-night dance party celebrating reggaeton and dembow classics.MarrickvilleNightlife$
Marrickville
9:00 PM9:00 PMCost: FreeSydney AI Circle: Networking & Project PitchesSouth EveleighCasual community networking night for artificial intelligence enthusiasts.EveleighBusinessCommunity & socialFree
Eveleigh
9:00 PM9:00 PMCost: FreeVinny Lunar W/ Support From Dom DiazGolden Age Cinema & BarR&B artist live set.Surry HillsMusicFree
Surry Hills
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $★ S.A.S.H Sydney ★ Baldo ★Carousel Bar & BallroomA late-night electronic music event featuring underground house selectors.DarlinghurstNightlifeMusic$
Darlinghurst
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $A Night Uplifting TinasheThe Imperial ErskinevilleLate night dance party celebrating the music and discography of pop artist Tinashe.ErskinevilleNightlifeMusic$
Erskineville
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $Mike WhoClub 77Late-night DJ set featuring house and club tracks.DarlinghurstNightlifeMusic$
Darlinghurst
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $Playnice Confidential 020 | Secretsundaze [UK]The Abercrombie HotelUnderground house music party featuring an iconic international guest.ChippendaleNightlifeMusic$
Chippendale
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: FreeVinny LunarGolden Age Cinema & BarLive R&B and global fusion musical showcase.Surry HillsMusicFree
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious timesCost: Price not listedApapacho Para Apapachadores National Carers WeekCentro Cultural Latinoamericano Hut 47Wellness and community program offering respite for unpaid carers.MarrickvilleWellness
Marrickville
Various timesVarious timesCost: Price not listedCatch Me If You Can: The MusicalPetersham Town HallThe high-flying Broadway adaptation of Frank Abagnale Jr's incredible life story hits the stage.PetershamFamilyArts & culture
Petersham
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 25Cost: FreeLuminous Passage by Thi Nguyen with Alana FairchildTaylor Square SouthA responsive light installation that shifts with every movement.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Thu 29Cost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursRuns to Thu 29
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 25Cost: $StocktakeBelvoir Street TheatreFour team members do their best to finish tasks, wrangle customers, and collect paychecks before the regional manager arrives.Surry HillsArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sun 25Cost: FreeCherish by Mat PalOxford StView a street art installation celebrating local LGBTQIA+ history.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Tue 27Cost: $Choreography Series | Beginner Showcase RoutineSydney Pole (Camperdown)Four-week dance series teaching beginner pole routines for an optional showcase.AnnandaleArts & cultureRuns to Tue 27$
Annandale
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesStarted Sun 11 Oct - check with the host about joining lateCost: $$$Complete Package Academy with Jake StringerW H Wagener OvalElite AFL training program led by professional players.AshburyWellnessStarted Sun 11 Oct - check with the host about joining late$$$
Ashbury
Check timesRuns to Sun 25Cost: FreeLight As Air by Karim KonradOxford StDiscover large banner artworks suspended above a busy street.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sun 25Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesStarted Sun 18 Oct - check with the host about joining lateCost: $$$Summer Squad 26W H Wagener OvalOutdoor seasonal sports training session for active locals.AshburyWellnessStarted Sun 18 Oct - check with the host about joining late$$$
Ashbury
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
8:00 AM8:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeOxford Street Farmers MarketTaylor Square NorthFossicking for fresh flowers, gourmet street food, and artisan goods at Taylor Square north every Saturday morning.DarlinghurstMusicEats & drinksMarketsWeeklyFree
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $$Puppy Yoga with Yoga PawsTropical Soul Dance StudioAn hour of beginner-friendly yoga and puppy playtime, with the puppies supplied.AnnandaleWellnessRegular$$
Annandale
9:00 AM9:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeBalance Bike ClinicsSydney Park Cycling CentreAn interactive session helping kids aged 3 to 8 transition smoothly from balance bikes to pedals.AlexandriaFamilyWellnessWeeklyFree
Alexandria
9:00 AM9:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25RegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularRuns to Sun 25Free
Pyrmont
9:00 AM9:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeYoga ClassesNewtown Neighbourhood CentreA free weekly class suited to seniors, beginners, and seasoned practitioners alike.NewtownWellnessWeeklyFree
Newtown
9:00 AM9:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Zumba Class PyrmontThe StationHigh-energy Zumba fitness class set to latin rhythms.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
9:15 AM9:15 AMRegularCost: $Ballet Class: Dance with Me 1.5-3 YrsGlebe Town HallA thematic parent-and-tot dance class designed to build motor skills and let grown-ups have some fun too.GlebeTalks & workshopsFamilyArts & cultureRegular$
Glebe
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$ · Sold out2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilySold outRegular$$
Alexandria
9:50 AM9:50 AMRegularCost: $Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 YearsGlebe Town HallLittle dancers follow a rotating story told through movement, voice, and music while pretending to leap through jungles or fly to the moon.GlebeTalks & workshopsFamilyRegular$
Glebe
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeAbstract Synergies: Kevin White & Sergei ShatrovGallery LnlContemporary ceramic duo exhibition exploring abstraction.NewtownArts & cultureRegularFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeBlack MythWhite Rabbit GalleryWhite Rabbit Gallery explores the power of myth in our technological age, drawing inspiration from the viral video game.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25RegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularRuns to Sun 25Free
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sun 25RegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularRuns to Sun 25Free
Camperdown
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Dance Fit ClassPyrmont Community CentreEnergising dance fitness workout class.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesHaberfield LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.HaberfieldFamilyWeeklyFree
Haberfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesBalmain LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.BalmainFamilyWeeklyFree
Balmain
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesSt Peters/Sydenham LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.SydenhamFamilyWeeklyFree
Sydenham
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesEmanuel Tsardoulias Community LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.Dulwich HillFamilyWeeklyFree
Dulwich Hill
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesStanmore LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.StanmoreFamilyWeeklyFree
Stanmore
11:00 AM11:00 AMRegularCost: FreeChrystal Rimmer 'Upwelling'Stanley Street GalleryEcological art exhibition investigating waste, entropy, and resilience.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRegularFree
Darlinghurst
11:00 AM11:00 AMRegularCost: FreeHanako Murakami: Radiant ForceThe Japan FoundationAn experimental exhibition exploring the origins of photography.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeSaturday Social Board GamesBurwood LibraryDrop into Burwood Library for a casual afternoon of cards, strategy, and table-top competition.BurwoodCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Burwood
11:00 AM11:00 AMRegularCost: FreeSouth Eveleigh Heritage ToursLocomotive 1083 on Innovation PlazaUncover the industrial backstory of the steam era with a guided walk past original blacksmith forges, massive cranes, and heritage-listed…EveleighArts & cultureToursRegularFree
Eveleigh
11:30 AM11:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Ballet Classes: Ages 5-8 YearsGlebe Town HallFoundation classical ballet classes following the Royal Academy of Dance syllabus for young learners.GlebeFamilyWeekly$
Glebe
12:00 PM12:00 PMRegularCost: FreeThe Social Glue of Sydney Collage MeetAlexandria Town HallA casual community gathering for creative collage making and socializing.AlexandriaCommunity & socialRegularFree
Alexandria
1:30 PM1:30 PMFortnightlyCost: $The Artist's Way Creative CircleLittle Big HouseA guided creative circle inspired by a classic self-discovery text.Summer HillCommunity & socialFortnightly$
Summer Hill
2:00 PM2:00 PMRegularCost: $Dance Therapy - Beginner Friendly Group Dance Session in Sydney for Stress Relief, Confidence and ConnectionUniversal SydneyShake off the week's tension in an inclusive, high-energy group movement session designed purely for confidence and community.DarlinghurstWellnessTalks & workshopsRegular$
Darlinghurst
5:00 PM5:00 PMRegularCost: $Sydney's - Razor Gang True Crime TourFire and Rescue NSW Darlinghurst Fire StationGuided walking tour of historic gang territory.DarlinghurstToursRegular$
Darlinghurst
7:00 PM7:00 PMRegularCost: $Id Comedy Club - Fri/SatCarousel Bar & BallroomStand-up comedy night featuring a lineup of hilarious performers.DarlinghurstComedyRegular$
Darlinghurst
7:15 PM7:15 PMRegularCost: $The Laugh Inn - Comedy Club | From $20! Sydney's Coolest Comedy ClubThe Newtown HotelInternational and local comics bring solid showcases to the Newtown Hotel alongside a solid pub menu.NewtownComedyRegular$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Kookies | Comedy Show | Royal Hotel DarlingtonRoyal Hotel DarlingtonLively stand-up comedy showcase featuring a rotating lineup of comics.DarlingtonComedyWeekly$
Darlington
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $YermaGenesian TheatreYerma: Lorca's haunting tragedy of unfulfilled longing.RozelleArts & cultureRegular$
Rozelle

Sunday 25 Oct

9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: $★ Editor's pickMarrickville | Singles Walk | Cooks RiverMackey ParkDitch the dating apps and tackle a civilised five-kilometre stroll along the Cooks River instead.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & social$
Marrickville
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: Free★ Editor's pickNorton Street FestaNorton StreetLeichhardt’s much-loved Italian street festival turns 40 this weekend, bringing hundreds of market stalls, classic cars, roving performers…LeichhardtFamilyEats & drinksMarketsFree
Leichhardt
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: $Back to the Training Centre: Keys to the Universe: Presenting the Elements of ArtSydney Montessori Training Centre (BalmainMontessori Diploma holders can dive into classroom art elements and take home a handmade fabric envelope set with materials.BalmainTalks & workshopsFamilyArts & culture$
Balmain
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: FreeEngineering the Invisible Again: A Walking Tour of Water, Wastewater and Poo ChimneysTempe Water TowerWater engineers Sally Williamson and Gemma Keane lead a 5km walk from Tempe to Sydenham uncovering hidden wastewater infrastructure and…TempeToursFree
Tempe
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: FreeLime: First Ride AcademyPrince Alfred ParkFree introductory e-bike riding lesson for complete beginners.Surry HillsTalks & workshopsFree
Surry Hills
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $$A Day of DramatherapyGlebe RoadDr Kirsten Meyer and Dr Amanda Musicka-Williams lead this hands-on workshop using play, metaphor, sculpting and storytelling.GlebeWellnessTalks & workshops$$
Glebe
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeFree Book Launch: Grandma! There's a Pig in My Room!Marrickville Library and PavilionCelebrate Grandparents Day with a reading from siblings Gary and Karen Eck, kids' entertainment from Emily Who, and signed books for the…MarrickvilleFamilyArts & cultureFree
Marrickville
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeFuxico by Keila TerencioEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreEngage with a participatory artwork built from local stories and craft.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeHard Times Require Furious Dancing by Ian ThomasEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreLarge textile works inspired by nightlife and queer community spaces.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $$Olovo Inflow Urban Retreat for Women143 Beattie StWeave together movement, voice activation and a transformational breathwork session, finishing with brunch and community chat.BalmainWellness$$
Balmain
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeRipples of Connection by Bindi Bindi ArtEast Sydney Community and Arts CentrePaintings exploring human connection, storytelling, and shared spaces.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeTapestry of Love by Kasane LowEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreAdd your own message to a growing participatory community art installation.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeWe Are Equal by Joy HopwoodEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreAn installation challenging social labels and everyday assumptions.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $Yaralla Estate Open DayYaralla EstateExplore the historic Edwardian estate with expert-led tours of the grounds, dairy and stables, complete with homemade scones and Devonshire…Concord WestArts & cultureTours$
Concord West
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: FreeYour Story - a Women’s Writing WorkshopThe Oxford HotelAward-winning writers Karli Evans and Kerrie Simon-Lawrence lead a supportive session helping women turn real life experiences into…DarlinghurstTalks & workshopsArts & cultureFree
Darlinghurst
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: FreeCurious Grace Drop-In CentreSt Brendan's Memorial HallCommunity drop-in space for a chat and a warm cup.AnnandaleCommunity & socialFree
Annandale
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: FreeJourney: Bird Life Australia Bird Week ExhibitionThe Corner GalleryForty-eight artists explore our connection to Australian birds through an immersive exhibition in Stanmore, with a slice of every sale…StanmoreArts & cultureFree
Stanmore
11:00 AM11:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeMargaret Olley: Australian IntimisteNational Art SchoolA focused survey exhibition celebrating an influential Australian painter.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: Free · Sold outNgayomi / Shelter Workshop with Jade Dewi Tyas Tunggal and Ria SoemardjoChrissie Cotter GalleryGentle creative workshop exploring movement, rhythm, and handmade vessel crafting.CamperdownTalks & workshopsArts & cultureSold outFree
Camperdown
11:00 AM11:00 AMCost: FreeSeascapesSydney Fish MarketThis evolving program brings live art, foghorn orchestras, oyster shucking, and printmaking straight into the heart of the fish market.PyrmontMusicArts & cultureFree
Pyrmont
11:00 AM11:00 AM · Last dayCost: FreeUnbearable LightnessTiliqua TiliquaGroup art exhibition exploring safety and inner longing.EnmoreArts & cultureLast dayFree
Enmore
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: FreeDisco Never Dies - Movement and Culture WorkshopThe Oxford HotelMaster the essential elements of waacking, styling, and expressive floor poses with the crew from Dancekool.DarlinghurstTalks & workshopsFree
Darlinghurst
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: FreeHalloweenSouth EveleighSouth Eveleigh takes a weird and wonderful turn with a Mad Hatter-inspired Halloween takeover featuring tea potion-making, candle…EveleighFamilyFree
Eveleigh
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: $ · Sold outRetro Burn SocialScout Studios - St PetersCombine a 45-minute retro movement class with post-class refreshments, taking home a complimentary Pilates mat, socks and ball.St PetersWellnessSold out$
St Peters
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: Price not listedTea Meet Sound20 Merton StCenk and Carol guide a sanctuary of stillness combining a traditional tea ceremony with a resonant soundbath.RozelleWellness
Rozelle
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: $‘Hate You to Love You’ on LocationThe Marlborough HotelLiterary walking tour visiting local neighbourhood venues from a novel.NewtownCommunity & socialTours$
Newtown
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: FreeSunday Sessions Featuring Kimberly BearAnnette Kellerman Aquatic CentreAfternoon live music performance by the poolside.MarrickvilleMusicFree
Marrickville
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: $Sydney Girls Social Turns OneEnmore ParkCelebrate a full year of the social group with a mat Pilates class led by Hanna followed by a picnic in the park.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & social$
Marrickville
12:30 PM12:30 PMCost: FreeHolding Space 2026 - Rituals of Reciprocity - Land and Water: Artist TalkChrissie Cotter GalleryPanel discussion on cultural perspectives of land and water.CamperdownTalks & workshopsArts & cultureFree
Camperdown
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: $$Anats NSW Presents: Musical Theatre Spotlight: Exploring Legit, Jukebox and Contemporary Vocal StyleMarrickville Pavilion (Underneath Library)Professional development vocal workshop for musical theatre.MarrickvilleMusicTalks & workshops$$
Marrickville
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: $Stand AtlanticYoung Henrys BrewerySpecial album celebration featuring an acoustic set and artist signing.NewtownMusic$
Newtown
1:30 PM1:30 PMCost: $$Jewellery Shorts: Make a Silver Pendant with a StonePine Street Creative Arts CentreCreate a bespoke silver pendant featuring a stone or found object.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsArts & culture$$
Chippendale
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $Halloween Costume Flip!Replace Inner WestIf your kid's costume is currently half-finished and holding together entirely with prayer and hot glue, get yourself down to Summer Hill.Summer HillTalks & workshops$
Summer Hill
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $$Kokedama Moss Balls Workshop189b St Johns RdJapanese kokedama plant making.Forest LodgeTalks & workshopsArts & culture$$
Forest Lodge
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $Misha Piatigorsky Trio (USA)Church St StudiosDouble bill featuring jazz artists Noah Mejia and Leo Marland.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $$Rainforest Terrarium Workshop189b St Johns RdBuild a self-sustaining, fully enclosed rainforest ecosystem to take home during this immersive, beginner-friendly workshop in Glebe.Forest LodgeTalks & workshops$$
Forest Lodge
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: FreeSpoken Word and Poetry Open MicWe Three BarHead to the Upstairs Radish Lounge for a relaxed monthly poetry open mic, and arrive by if you want to sign up to read.MarrickvilleCommunity & socialFree
Marrickville
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $Steppin' Out Sundays - Something for the SteppersStanley 2204STEPPIN' OUT SUNDAYS - SOMETHING FOR THE STEPPERS: Soulful R&B and old-school dance grooves.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $$Succulent Terrarium Workshop Glebe189b St Johns RdSucculent terrarium workshop: Design and plant your own miniature succulent bowl.Forest LodgeTalks & workshopsArts & culture$$
Forest Lodge
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: FreeUnfurl X Sis RetreatHibernian HouseA live gig showcasing new tracks created during an inclusive weekend songwriter retreat.Surry HillsMusicFree
Surry Hills
2:45 PM2:45 PMCost: $$Energy ResetThe HallA two-hour immersive group healing session designed to help you slow down, decompress and switch off.NewtownWellness$$
Newtown
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $Footsteps Through TimeGlebe Town HallSolo recital featuring classical and romantic guitar masterpieces.GlebeMusic$
Glebe
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $High Tea with Carrie TiffanyThe Rose Read BookshopAuthor talk and literary afternoon accompanied by high tea.Summer HillArts & cultureEats & drinks$
Summer Hill
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $Kengugró 40th Anniversary CelebrationPolish Club AshfieldA lively anniversary celebration featuring traditional folk music and dance.AshfieldMusicArts & culture$
Ashfield
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $LâlkaGoodspace @ the Lord GladstoneLÂLKA: Underground dance music showcase with local acts.ChippendaleMusic$
Chippendale
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $Singer-Songwriters for 2ser RadiothonPetersham Bowling ClubSinger-songwriter showcase supporting community radio.PetershamMusic$
Petersham
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $The Cellists of the Metropolitan OrchestraBalmain Town HallClassical and pop arrangements performed by eight cellists.BalmainMusic$
Balmain
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $The Cellists of TmoBalmain Town HallEight brilliant Sydney Youth Orchestras cellists fill Balmain Town Hall with everything from classical masterworks to reimagined popular…BalmainMusic$
Balmain
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $The Eight Cellists of the Metropolitan OrchestraBalmain LibraryClassical cello ensemble performance in a historic town hall.BalmainMusic$
Balmain
3:45 PM3:45 PMCost: $Loud. Community ClassDance & Arts StudioA survivor-led dance class for community connection.RedfernWellnessCommunity & social$
Redfern
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: FreeGeoff Bull & the Finer CutsBotany View HotelTraditional jazz tunes performed live in a classic pub setting.NewtownMusicFree
Newtown
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: $Kitaab KollectiveRose OfBring your own reading list centred on the monthly theme for open book chats.ErskinevilleArts & cultureCommunity & social$
Erskineville
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: FreeMaple Social Club: Line DancingVic on the ParkSydney's newest obsession returns to the basketball court in the sun for an afternoon of lessons and dancing with the Social Dance Company.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & socialFree
Marrickville
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: $Trauma CatsMoshpit BarTrauma Cats: Raw melodic punk and post-hardcore gig.ErskinevilleMusic$
Erskineville
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $Blue Ren + Tom Harrington - Double Album ReleaseGasoline PonyCo-headline album release show featuring two distinctive voices.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outSapphoweenSappho BooksSappho Social's dedicated queer and FLINTA+ night gets a spooky seasonal spin for an easygoing Sunday evening out.GlebeEats & drinksCommunity & socialSold out$
Glebe
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $Teochew Meet up / Newtown, SydneyHong Kong RestaurantCultural gathering celebrating Teochew heritage through conversation and snacks.NewtownEats & drinksCommunity & social$
Newtown
5:00 PM5:00 PM · Last dayCost: FreeThe Golden Mile Grotto by the Sirens CollectiveDarlinghurst Community SpaceDive into an immersive underwater sanctuary inspired by marine mythology and queer creativity, complete with drop-in workshops and…DarlinghurstFamilyArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
5:15 PM5:15 PM · Last dayCost: FreeArt & About Pop-Up Performances at Oxford Square1 Burton StOxford Square turns into an outdoor stage loaded with live music, physical theatre, interactive neon installations, and the one-of-a-kind…DarlinghurstMusicArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: $Alumni Memorial Mass & DinnerChapel & Lower Common RoomAnnual memorial mass and dinner concluding the college centenary year.CamperdownCommunity & social$
Camperdown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Free · Sold outN000000000Crosstalk Recordsn000000000: 100% improvised live experimental music.LeichhardtMusicSold outFree
Leichhardt
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Shaampoo Records @ Gifts of Mercy Emporium Feat Jjune Ari Alibi JaxadGifts of Mercy EmporiumAll-ages independent music showcase with local recording artists.PetershamMusic$
Petersham
6:25 PM6:25 PM · Last dayCost: FreeBavaria by Loose Canon ArtsEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreBold theatrical performance reimagining the classic Bluebeard tale.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $ · Sold outSocial Dungeons & DragonsShakespeare HotelRoll dice and meet people over a beginner-friendly one-night adventure at the Shakespeare Hotel.Surry HillsCommunity & socialSold out$
Surry Hills
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $$Evergrey (Swe)CrowbarProgressive metal performance on national tour.LeichhardtMusic$$
Leichhardt
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Izy FayButchers Brew BarIzy Fay performing as part of a songwriter triple bill.Dulwich HillMusic$
Dulwich Hill
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Noah Mejia's AbacChurch St StudiosNoah Mejia's Abacá set on a double bill.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $$$Tantra for Lovers | Embodied LoveFlourmill SpaceA workshop exploring embodied love and conscious connection for partners.NewtownTalks & workshops$$$
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeThe Yayako (Jpn)Enmore HotelInternational independent music performance.EnmoreMusicFree
Enmore
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: FreeJill JacksonPalomino LoungeJill Jackson: Intimate live acoustic music performance.NewtownMusicFree
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: FreeSoulful Sundays: Atman | Yoga Philosophy & Meditation, RozelleThis Is Yoga StudioYoga philosophy, journalling, and meditation centered on inner wisdom.RozelleWellnessFree
Rozelle
8:30 PM8:30 PM · Last dayCost: FreeDisco Never Dies by DancekoolEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreDancekool brings the style, energy, and freedom of disco back to the inner city with live vocals, waacking showcases, and heavy DJ sets.DarlinghurstMusicArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
9:00 PM9:00 PM · Last dayCost: FreeCrazing by Escape ArtistsEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreTheatrical drama following four women across generations in a hotel room.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $B_ManClub 77b_man: Late-night underground club and dance event.DarlinghurstNightlifeMusic$
Darlinghurst
11:00 PM11:00 PMCost: FreeTunnel SignsPleasure ClubTunnel Signs.NewtownNightlifeFree
Newtown
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Last dayCost: FreeLuminous Passage by Thi Nguyen with Alana FairchildTaylor Square SouthA responsive light installation that shifts with every movement.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Thu 29Cost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursRuns to Thu 29
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Last dayCost: $StocktakeBelvoir Street TheatreFour team members do their best to finish tasks, wrangle customers, and collect paychecks before the regional manager arrives.Surry HillsArts & cultureLast day$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesCheck timesCost: Price not listedBottomless Brunch at Ki Ki Darlinghurst58 Riley StKiKi is rolling out a weekend bottomless brunch featuring a Pan-Asian banquet alongside an hour and forty-five minutes of free-flowing wine…DarlinghurstEats & drinks
Darlinghurst
Check timesLast dayCost: FreeCherish by Mat PalOxford StView a street art installation celebrating local LGBTQIA+ history.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Tue 27Cost: $Choreography Series | Beginner Showcase RoutineSydney Pole (Camperdown)Four-week dance series teaching beginner pole routines for an optional showcase.AnnandaleArts & cultureRuns to Tue 27$
Annandale
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesLast dayCost: FreeLight As Air by Karim KonradOxford StDiscover large banner artworks suspended above a busy street.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
9:00 AM9:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeMarrickville Organic Food MarketThe Addison Road Community CentreStock up on fresh organic produce and local street eats in the Addison Road precinct.MarrickvilleMarketsWeeklyFree
Marrickville
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$ · Sold out2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilySold outRegular$$
Alexandria
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeBlack MythWhite Rabbit GalleryWhite Rabbit Gallery explores the power of myth in our technological age, drawing inspiration from the viral video game.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesMarrickville LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.MarrickvilleFamilyWeeklyFree
Marrickville
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesAshfield LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.AshfieldFamilyArts & cultureWeeklyFree
Ashfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFamily TalesLeichhardt LibraryIntroduce your little ones to books and rhythm in a weekend session across Inner West libraries.LeichhardtFamilyWeeklyFree
Leichhardt
12:00 PM12:00 PMRegularCost: $ · Sold outMetro Below: Sydney Walking Tour112 Raglan StGo behind the scenes of six new metro stations to explore the engineering, public art, and hidden history underground.AlexandriaToursSold outRegular$
Alexandria
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Dungeons & FlagonsFortress SydneyImmersive tabletop roleplaying and gaming event.ChippendaleCommunity & socialWeekly$
Chippendale
1:50 PM1:50 PMFortnightlyCost: $Dance of LifeMervyn Fletcher HallA rhythmic gathering celebrating connection and self-expression through freestyle movement for all ages.HaberfieldWellnessCommunity & socialFortnightly$
Haberfield
6:00 PM6:00 PMRegularCost: $$Spring Competitions at PCYC MarrickvillePCYC MarrickvilleTen-week junior futsal competition for teenagers.MarrickvilleFamilyRegular$$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMRegularCost: FreeSurry Hills Board Games in a BarThe Art SyndicateGrab a drink and pick from a massive library of party and strategy games with help matching tables.Surry HillsCommunity & socialRegularFree
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $YermaGenesian TheatreYerma: Lorca's haunting tragedy of unfulfilled longing.RozelleArts & cultureRegular$
Rozelle

Monday 26 Oct

10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeRally4ever Pickleball at UsydThe University of SydneyBeginner-friendly pickleball sessions for university students.CamperdownWellnessCommunity & socialFree
Camperdown
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: FreePlaygroupPolish Club AshfieldSensory play, crafts, and new toys for toddlers every week.AshfieldFamilyFree
Ashfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: $$$So, What's up with Gen Z?Redfern Community CentreProfessional learning day focused on engagement strategies for younger generations.RedfernTalks & workshops$$$
Redfern
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: $Belle Chen + UnderwardsThe Living Room TheatreContemporary classical music concert featuring innovative local artists.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Carrie Tiffany: The Lady with the DogGleebooksIntimate author discussion exploring a poetic new novella about animal companionship.GlebeArts & culture$
Glebe
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Price not listedSqs Mondays #89 - Tudor Hotel RedfernTudor Hotel RedfernA weekly social gathering for the local queer community with food and drinks.RedfernCommunity & social
Redfern
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Sums 65th Lambie-Dew OrationCharles Perkins Centre AuditoriumAnnual medical oration exploring health advocacy and clinical practice.CamperdownTalks & workshops$
Camperdown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Free · Sold outWay Finders Book ClubThe Rose Read BookshopA monthly gathering discussing memoirs, history and fiction about nature and adventure.Summer HillArts & cultureCommunity & socialSold outFree
Summer Hill
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Crystal Bowl Sound JourneyCrystal ArcanaImmersive sound healing journey with crystal singing bowls.NewtownWellness$
Newtown
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: FreeHalloween Tavern TriviaFortress SydneyPop-culture and gaming trivia night with themed prizes.ChippendaleCommunity & socialFree
Chippendale
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$$ · Sold outLearn to Draw Dogs | 6-Monday Evenings Studio CourseCamelia Grove | AlexandriaA six-week studio course focused on capturing the anatomy of dogs.AlexandriaTalks & workshopsArts & cultureSold out$$$
Alexandria
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeBreakups, Dating & Relationships Connection CircleLittle Big HouseAn intimate evening of conversation cards exploring modern relationship challenges.Summer HillCommunity & socialFree
Summer Hill
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Kg Project + Sophie MinChurch Street StudiosContemporary jazz double bill featuring adventurous composition and intimate solo piano.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Thu 29Cost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursRuns to Thu 29
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Tue 27Cost: $Choreography Series | Beginner Showcase RoutineSydney Pole (Camperdown)Four-week dance series teaching beginner pole routines for an optional showcase.AnnandaleArts & cultureRuns to Tue 27$
Annandale
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
8:30 AM8:30 AMRegularCost: FreeAshfield - Leichhardt Ses Unit - 65th AnniversaryInner West Council Ashfield Service CentreDrop by the Ashfield Service Centre to check out early 1960s photographs, vintage uniforms, and volunteer stories marking 65 years of the…AshfieldArts & cultureRegularFree
Ashfield
9:00 AM9:00 AMRegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularFree
Pyrmont
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilyRegular$$
Alexandria
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Chair YogaRon Williams Community CentreGentle chair-based yoga for improved mobility and relaxation.RedfernWellnessWeekly$
Redfern
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeExplorers Play in the Park: Free PlaygroupPlumtree Children's ServicesFree community playgroup featuring unstructured outdoor play.MarrickvilleFamilyWeeklyFree
Marrickville
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Step up StrongNewtown WellnessA community fitness session focused on building strength and movement.NewtownWellnessWeekly$
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: Price not listedActive SeniorsWard ParkGentle outdoor fitness and social movement for older adults.Surry HillsWellnessWeekly
Surry Hills
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: $Casual PickleballPerry Park Recreation CentreCasual weekly pickleball games on indoor courts.AlexandriaWellnessCommunity & socialRegular$
Alexandria
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeMums and Bubs BowlsCroydon SportsLawn bowls morning for parents, carers, and young children.CroydonFamilyWeeklyFree
Croydon
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularFree
Camperdown
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeBook BuddiesEmanuel Tsardoulias Community LibraryRhymes and rhythm session for babies and carers.Dulwich HillMusicFamilyWeeklyFree
Dulwich Hill
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesMarrickville LibraryWeekly library reading club for young book enthusiasts.MarrickvilleFamilyCommunity & socialRegularFree
Marrickville
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeLeichhardt LibraryInteractive storytelling and rhymes for young children.LeichhardtFamilyWeeklyFree
Leichhardt
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeAshfield LibraryEngaging storytime session for pre-schoolers featuring books and rhymes.AshfieldFamilyWeeklyFree
Ashfield
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeCome and Get TechieSurry Hills LibraryHands-on technology help session for the local community.Surry HillsTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Surry Hills
12:00 PM12:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeCrochet Social GroupPyrmont Community CentreCasual community gathering for craft enthusiasts.PyrmontCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Pyrmont
12:15 PM12:15 PMWeeklyCost: $Monday Lunchtime YogaThe PlaceSmall group beginner yoga session to start the week.LewishamWellnessWeekly$
Lewisham
12:45 PM12:45 PMWeeklyCost: FreeImproving Your Mental Health One Step at a TimeThe Rev. Bill Crews Foundation ChurchPersonal development and mental health recovery support group.AshfieldCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Ashfield
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Move for AllPyrmont Community CentreAn accessible fitness session designed to keep bodies moving.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeSocial Art & Craft GroupCliff Noble Community CentreA friendly local gathering for shared creative projects and conversation.AlexandriaArts & cultureCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Alexandria
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Zumba GoldSt Helen’s Community CentreA slower-paced, low-impact dance fitness class for everyone.GlebeWellnessWeekly$
Glebe
2:15 PM2:15 PMWeeklyCost: $YogaSt Helen’s Community CentreWeekly community yoga session for all skill levels.GlebeWellnessWeekly$
Glebe
4:15 PM4:15 PMWeeklyCost: FreeTech Tutoring for SeniorsAshfield Library Level 3One-on-one digital literacy support for older community members.AshfieldTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Ashfield
4:30 PM4:30 PMRegularCost: $$ · Sold out2026 Evening Santa PhotosThe Grounds of AlexandriaFestive evening photography session with Father Christmas.AlexandriaFamilySold outRegular$$
Alexandria
5:30 PM5:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Organic Buyers Group Hub: Summer HillLittle Big HouseCommunity group bulk buying organic produce directly from growers.Summer HillEats & drinksCommunity & socialWeekly$
Summer Hill
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Open Mic Poetry Mondays 6-8pm WeeklyHong Kong RestaurantWeekly local open mic night for poetry readings and spoken word.NewtownCommunity & socialWeekly$
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Pyrmont PilatesPyrmont Community CentreMidweek pilates class focusing on core strength and posture.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
6:30 PM6:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Zumba Monday Night at Marrickville PS - 4th TermMarrickville PS School HallEnergising community dance fitness session with great music.MarrickvilleWellnessWeekly$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Rat Klub Comedy - Mondays | From $10 Moshpit Bar King St.Mosh Pit BarWeekly alternative comedy showcase.ErskinevilleComedyWeekly$
Erskineville

Tuesday 27 Oct

9:30 AM9:30 AMCost: Free · Sold outIn Rehearsal: A Roundtable on Cultural Responsiveness and Anti-Racism in the Performing ArtsSeymour CentreA half-day roundtable discussing cultural responsiveness in the performing arts.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsArts & cultureSold outFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $$60+ Monday Speed Dating - Surry Hills, Ages 60-75Keg & BrewAges 60-75: Speed dating designed for silver singles with two drinks included.Surry HillsCommunity & social$$
Surry Hills
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeCommunity Conversations Darlinghurst - Palliative Care NSW X Catholic HealthcareCatholic Healthcare Vincentian Aged Care ServiceA practical information session on navigating advance care and end-of-life planning.DarlinghurstTalks & workshopsFree
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeImmunisation and Misinformation Workshop438 Illawarra RdCommunity workshop on identifying health misinformation and immunisation.MarrickvilleTalks & workshopsCommunity & socialFree
Marrickville
11:30 AM11:30 AMCost: FreeHalloweenSouth EveleighSouth Eveleigh takes a weird and wonderful turn with a Mad Hatter-inspired Halloween takeover featuring tea potion-making, candle…EveleighFamilyFree
Eveleigh
12:30 PM12:30 PMCost: FreeInaugural Sydney Biomedical Accelerator Lecture: Sir Robert LechlerCharles Perkins Centre AuditoriumAn inaugural academic lecture exploring translational science and immunology.CamperdownTalks & workshopsFree
Camperdown
1:00 PM1:00 PMCost: FreeSchool Holidays: Songwriting Workshop with Malaika MfalmeEmanuel Tsardoulias Community LibrarySongwriting workshop for school holidays.Dulwich HillTalks & workshopsFamilyFree
Dulwich Hill
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: FreeZumba GoldDebbie & Abbey Borgia Recreation Centre - Marrickville PCYCLow-intensity Zumba dancing tailored for older adults or beginners.MarrickvilleWellnessFree
Marrickville
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: $$Headlands Distillery Whisky Tasting ExperienceThe Whisky Gallery & BarMasterclass tasting session exploring Australian whisky.LeichhardtEats & drinksTalks & workshops$$
Leichhardt
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: FreeLibrary Sewing StationAshfield Library Level 3Book a self-guided machine session for simple clothing fixes.AshfieldTalks & workshopsFree
Ashfield
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: Free2026 Tom Austen Brown LectureNew Law Building FoyerAnnual archaeological lecture exploring serendipity and discovery.CamperdownTalks & workshopsFree
Camperdown
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: FreeSpring SoireeSt Helen’s Community CentreWelcome the warmer months with an outdoor evening gathering.GlebeMusicCommunity & socialFree
Glebe
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $$$Champagne and Cheese Night425 Bourke StGuided tasting of artisan cheeses and sparkling wines.Surry HillsEats & drinks$$$
Surry Hills
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Ignite Talks SydneyOxford Art FactoryHear quick-fire presentations from engaging speakers on diverse topics.DarlinghurstTalks & workshops$
Darlinghurst
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Subtitles Film Club Presents: Jennifer's Body (2009)The Reservoir Cinema (Level 3 in Rydges Sydney Central)Cult-classic horror comedy screening with costume prizes and discussion.Surry HillsComedyArts & culture$
Surry Hills
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$$Alabc Latin American Mining Dinner 2026 (Imarc)Doltone House Darling Islandannual Latin American mining dinner during IMARC.PyrmontBusiness$$$
Pyrmont
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Olivia Chindamo + Emily Rose and the WildThe Living Room TheatreAn intimate double bill of jazz and folk fusion.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Tori Darke Ep LaunchSurly's American TavernAn intimate artist showcase featuring live tracks and stories behind the record.Surry HillsMusic$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Thu 29Cost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursRuns to Thu 29
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesLast dayCost: $Choreography Series | Beginner Showcase RoutineSydney Pole (Camperdown)Four-week dance series teaching beginner pole routines for an optional showcase.AnnandaleArts & cultureLast day$
Annandale
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
7:00 AM7:00 AMRegularCost: Free · Sold outSouth Eveleigh Run ClubInnovation PlazaA weekly community run starting from a public plaza.EveleighWellnessCommunity & socialSold outRegularFree
Eveleigh
8:30 AM8:30 AMRegularCost: FreeAshfield - Leichhardt Ses Unit - 65th AnniversaryInner West Council Ashfield Service CentreDrop by the Ashfield Service Centre to check out early 1960s photographs, vintage uniforms, and volunteer stories marking 65 years of the…AshfieldArts & cultureRegularFree
Ashfield
9:00 AM9:00 AMMonthlyCost: $$$Digital Health Innovation: 1 Day Future-Ready ProgramRegus BalmainFull-day professional program in digital healthcare.BalmainTalks & workshopsMonthly$$$
Balmain
9:00 AM9:00 AMRegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularFree
Pyrmont
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeActive NeighboursNewtown Neighbourhood CentreA gentle movement and social group for older adults.NewtownWellnessWeeklyFree
Newtown
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeExplorers Play: Free PlaygroupPlumtree Children's ServicesInformal play session for toddlers to explore and socialise.MarrickvilleFamilyWeeklyFree
Marrickville
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeScrabbleMarrickville Library and PavilionCasual community board game meetup for word enthusiasts.MarrickvilleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Marrickville
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Yoga ClassRon Williams Community CentreWeekly community yoga class focusing on gentle movement.RedfernWellnessWeekly$
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeAbstract Synergies: Kevin White & Sergei ShatrovGallery LnlContemporary ceramic duo exhibition exploring abstraction.NewtownArts & cultureRegularFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeFirst Nations Employment SupportRedfern Community CentreDedicated employment support for First Nations jobseekers.RedfernBusinessWeeklyFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeTeatro VoicesTeatro at the Italian ForumEnjoy an inspiring evening showcasing local vocal talents in an intimate setting.LeichhardtMusicRegularFree
Leichhardt
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularFree
Camperdown
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesLeichhardt LibraryEngaging story session designed to foster a love of reading in young children.LeichhardtFamilyRegularFree
Leichhardt
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesBalmain LibraryRhyme and rhythm sessions for babies and their carers.BalmainMusicFamilyRegularFree
Balmain
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesSt Peters/Sydenham LibraryIntroduce babies and carers to the fun of rhythm and nursery rhymes.SydenhamFamilyRegularFree
Sydenham
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeHaberfield LibraryEngaging storytime session for preschool aged children.HaberfieldFamilyWeeklyFree
Haberfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeEmanuel Tsardoulias Community LibraryPreschool storytime session with engaging books and rhymes.Dulwich HillFamilyWeeklyFree
Dulwich Hill
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeCome and Get Techie: Glebe LibraryGlebe LibraryOne-on-one technology assistance sessions at the library.GlebeTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Glebe
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Gentle Exercise for Older AdultsCliff Noble Community CentreGentle mobility and strength exercises for seniors.AlexandriaWellnessWeekly$
Alexandria
12:00 PM12:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Lunch with FriendsCliff Noble Community CentreCommunity lunch outing supporting local neighbourhood eateries.AlexandriaCommunity & socialWeekly$
Alexandria
12:30 PM12:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Crochet ClassPyrmont Community CentreSupportive community crochet class for all skill levels.PyrmontTalks & workshopsCommunity & socialWeekly$
Pyrmont
12:30 PM12:30 PMWeeklyCost: $YogaPyrmont Community CentreOne-hour yoga class focused on strength and mindfulness.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeDancing Group for Chinese SpeakersRon Williams Community CentreCommunity-led Chinese dance group for active locals.RedfernWellnessCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Redfern
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeTable TennisSt Helen’s Community CentreCasual social table tennis sessions for community members.GlebeCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Glebe
2:30 PM2:30 PMFortnightlyCost: FreeCome and Get TechieRedfern Community CentreFree one-on-one technology assistance sessions with experienced library staff.RedfernTalks & workshopsFortnightlyFree
Redfern
3:00 PM3:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeBoard Games and Snacks for Ages 13 To 18Erskineville Town HallAfternoon board games and snacks for teenagers.ErskinevilleFamilyCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Erskineville
3:00 PM3:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeCome and Get Techie: Newtown LibraryNewtown LibraryIndividual tech support sessions with library staff.NewtownTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Newtown
3:00 PM3:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Gentle Yoga with GeorginaOlder Women's Network - Newtown Wellness CentreMindful gentle yoga practice for mature women.NewtownWellnessWeekly$
Newtown
3:00 PM3:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeUkulele Class: Beginners to AdvancedPyrmont Community CentreGroup ukulele sessions welcoming players of all skill levels.PyrmontMusicTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Pyrmont
4:30 PM4:30 PMRegularCost: $$2026 Evening Santa PhotosThe Grounds of AlexandriaFestive evening photography session with Father Christmas.AlexandriaFamilyRegular$$
Alexandria
4:30 PM4:30 PMWeeklyCost: $The Side Quest SocietyLittle Big HouseStandard session: Cooperative board gaming and roleplaying campaign evening.Summer HillCommunity & socialWeekly$
Summer Hill
5:00 PM5:00 PMWeeklyCost: Price not listedJuniors (14-17) Historical Swordplay ClassAlexandria Town HallHistorical swordplay and fencing classes for teenagers.AlexandriaFamilyWeekly
Alexandria
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Kundalini Yoga From the HimalayasOwn Newtown Wellness CentreTraditional Kundalini yoga practices for inner balance and vitality.NewtownWellnessWeekly$
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $$Sewing for Beginners - Private LessonReplace Inner WestOne-on-one sewing machine lesson for beginners.Summer HillTalks & workshopsWeekly$$
Summer Hill
6:30 PM6:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Poetry Crafting WorkshopHong Kong RestaurantMulti week poetry writing course exploring form, rhythm, and verse.NewtownTalks & workshopsWeekly$
Newtown
6:30 PM6:30 PMWeeklyCost: FreeTeam up Tuesdays FreeFortress SydneyCasual mid-week social gaming night.ChippendaleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Chippendale
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Learn to Partner Dance: Lindy Hop (Swing)The Wiggle RoomLearn foundational swing dancing steps in a fun, beginner-friendly partner class.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & socialTalks & workshopsWeekly$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMFortnightlyCost: $The Joke Shop - Live ComedyThe Eveleigh HotelAn intimate stand-up showcase featuring a rotating line-up of professional comedians.RedfernComedyFortnightly$
Redfern
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills

Wednesday 28 Oct

9:30 AM9:30 AM · One booking, runs to Wed 18 NovCost: FreeTogether2 Intergenerational ProgramTogether2An inclusive intergenerational program building connections between teenagers and older adults.RozelleCommunity & socialOne booking, runs to Wed 18 NovFree
Rozelle
9:30 AM9:30 AMCost: Free · Sold outZumba GoldInner West Council - Ashfield Service Centre - Ashfield Town HallA lively and accessible dance fitness workout for all abilities.AshfieldWellnessSold outFree
Ashfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: FreeGet CraftyMarrickville MetroEco-friendly craft workshop using repurposed materials.MarrickvilleTalks & workshopsFamilyFree
Marrickville
2:00 PM2:00 PMCost: $Stories Worth Exploring: A Creative Workshop Exploring Stories From Everyday Life, Relationships and Work.Impact Story Lab Sydney - Digital StorytellersA playful creative workshop exploring everyday stories through drama and conversation.DarlinghurstTalks & workshops$
Darlinghurst
2:30 PM2:30 PMCost: $Low Flow Tricks WorkshopCommon RoomA floorwork dance workshop focused on low flow movement.CamperdownTalks & workshopsArts & culture$
Camperdown
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: FreeWednesday Sunset Cinema (Week 12)Cadigal GreenAn outdoor student film night on the green complete with complimentary blankets.DarlingtonArts & cultureFree
Darlington
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: FreeBusiness in the Peninsula (Pyrmont+Ultimo+Darling Harbour) Networking EventThe Terminus HotelA local networking evening for businesses operating across the peninsula.PyrmontBusinessFree
Pyrmont
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: Free · Sold outPride in Pride X Qtopia: Queer History TourQtopia SydneyAfter-hours guided museum tour exploring queer heritage.DarlinghurstArts & cultureToursSold outFree
Darlinghurst
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $$$Introduction to Making Jewellery with Metal (5 Weeks)Pine Street Creative Arts CentreFive-week introductory course in metal jewellery fabrication techniques.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsArts & culture$$$
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outProcess Sydney 004 | Process Events ApacSoultrap BarAn interactive gathering for creative professionals and digital practitioners.Surry HillsTalks & workshopsBusinessSold out$
Surry Hills
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $South Eveleigh October Book ClubBrewdog South EveleighIntimate monthly book club gathering.EveleighCommunity & social$
Eveleigh
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Price not listedThe Writer's Pond: October Open Mic & Critique CircleThe Drummer (Formerly the Different Drummer)Halloween Special open mic for gothic and horror stories, with wine and food.GlebeArts & cultureCommunity & social
Glebe
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: Price not listed · Sold outBurgundy French Wine Dinner at Bistro St Jacques96 Pitt StFive-course French meal featuring regional cuisine paired with imported wines.RedfernEats & drinksSold out
Redfern
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$Inspiring a Revolution in Your Heart and Mind158 Australia StA guided study session exploring Tibetan Buddhist compassion and loving-kindness practices.NewtownWellnessTalks & workshops$$
Newtown
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Let's Make It Personal - Engaging Your Community WorkshopThe Living Room TheatreCreative workshop on building genuine community engagement.MarrickvilleTalks & workshops$
Marrickville
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: FreeOpen GroundLittle Big HouseA welcoming community space inviting locals to drop in and connect.Summer HillCommunity & socialFree
Summer Hill
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeCreepers and Crawlers in Camperdown CemeteryCamperdown CemeteryHalloween evening in Camperdown Cemetery, meeting its real creepy crawlies.NewtownFamilyCommunity & socialFree
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Dancing Freedom with Caitlin - Conscious Dance WednesdaysGlebe Town Hall (Upstairs in Main Hall)Conscious dance session for free movement and personal expression.GlebeWellnessCommunity & social$
Glebe
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Rotary Club of Strathfield "Mind Your Health"Strathfield Golf ClubCommunity health and wellbeing information event.StrathfieldCommunity & social$
Strathfield
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Sueua/Red-Bull Wings for Life PartyBurdekin HotelPost-run celebration party for runners and supporters.DarlinghurstNightlife$
Darlinghurst
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Zombie Zumba - Zumba with Pawel Halloween SpecialEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreHalloween-themed fitness dance party in fancy dress.DarlinghurstWellness$
Darlinghurst
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Botany View Hotel Boot Scootin'Botany View HotelSocial line dancing night featuring beginner-friendly steps and country favourites.NewtownWellnessCommunity & social$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Pink Flamingo Cinema: Face MeltersMothership StudiosA screening program of four intense horror films alongside short works.MarrickvilleArts & culture$
Marrickville
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Siwjf - Sumn Conduit Plus Bonnie Stewart SoloNewtown Mission ChurchInnovative contemporary jazz and electroacoustic improvisation.NewtownMusic$
Newtown
9:00 PM9:00 PMCost: $End of Sem College Block PartyAlfred HotelCollege end of semester party.CamperdownNightlifeMusic$
Camperdown
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Thu 29Cost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursRuns to Thu 29
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
8:30 AM8:30 AMRegularCost: FreeAshfield - Leichhardt Ses Unit - 65th AnniversaryInner West Council Ashfield Service CentreDrop by the Ashfield Service Centre to check out early 1960s photographs, vintage uniforms, and volunteer stories marking 65 years of the…AshfieldArts & cultureRegularFree
Ashfield
9:00 AM9:00 AMRegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularFree
Pyrmont
9:20 AM9:20 AMWeeklyCost: $$$French Classes for Your Kids and You608 Darling StInteractive French language learning sessions for young children and carers.RozelleFamilyTalks & workshopsWeekly$$$
Rozelle
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilyRegular$$
Alexandria
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeForms and Case Management Help in Mandarin and CantoneseRon Williams Community CentrePractical support with official forms and applications in Mandarin and Cantonese.RedfernCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Redfern
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeTogether2 Intergenerational ProgramCommunity Organisedtogether2 Intergenerational Program: Connecting older adults and teenagers through shared activities.RozelleWellnessCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Rozelle
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: Free8 Brocades Qigong & Tai ChiRon Williams Community CentreRejuvenate body and mind with gentle flowing movements and traditional forms.RedfernWellnessWeeklyFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeAbstract Synergies: Kevin White & Sergei ShatrovGallery LnlContemporary ceramic duo exhibition exploring abstraction.NewtownArts & cultureRegularFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeBlack MythWhite Rabbit GalleryWhite Rabbit Gallery explores the power of myth in our technological age, drawing inspiration from the viral video game.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: $Casual PickleballPerry Park Recreation CentreCasual weekly pickleball games on indoor courts.AlexandriaWellnessCommunity & socialRegular$
Alexandria
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeMusic Together: Free PlaygroupPlumtree Children's ServicesWeekly music playgroup for children with developmental needs.MarrickvilleMusicFamilyWeeklyFree
Marrickville
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Ukulele with LindyOlder Women's Network - Newtown Wellness CentreA community ukulele jam session for all skill levels.NewtownMusicCommunity & socialWeekly$
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularFree
Camperdown
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Women's Singing Circle (Mums & Bubs Welcome)The Little Big House (Upstairs)A welcoming morning of vocal harmony for mothers and babies.Summer HillMusicFamilyWeekly$
Summer Hill
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeBook BuddiesStanmore LibraryEarly childhood rhythm and rhyme sessions for babies.StanmoreFamilyCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Stanmore
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeBook BuddiesHaberfield LibraryEarly childhood music and rhythm sessions for babies.HaberfieldMusicFamilyWeeklyFree
Haberfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesAshfield LibraryIntroduce babies and carers to rhythm and rhyme.AshfieldFamilyRegularFree
Ashfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Creative Writing ClassCliff Noble Community CentreWeekly writing group for all skill levels with constructive feedback.AlexandriaTalks & workshopsArts & cultureCommunity & socialWeekly$
Alexandria
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeMahjongSt Peters/Sydenham LibrarySpend your morning on a round of tile-based strategy, sharp thinking, and friendly competition.SydenhamCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Sydenham
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeRhymetime at Newtown Library, 0 to 2 YearsNewtown LibraryInteractive songs and rhymes for infants and toddlers.NewtownFamilyWeeklyFree
Newtown
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeRhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 YearsSurry Hills Neighbourhood CentreInteractive singing and rhyming for babies and toddlers.Surry HillsFamilyWeeklyFree
Surry Hills
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeMarrickville LibraryInteractive story session designed to inspire young children through books and songs.MarrickvilleFamilyCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Marrickville
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeBalmain LibraryEngaging library session featuring stories and rhymes for young children.BalmainFamilyWeeklyFree
Balmain
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeTech Savvy Seniors Presented in VietnameseEmanuel Tsardoulias Community Library Dulwich HillBuild digital confidence with introductory computer classes.Dulwich HillTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Dulwich Hill
11:30 AM11:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytime at Newtown Library, 3 to 5 YearsNewtown LibraryEngaging group storytelling and songs for pre-schoolers.NewtownFamilyWeeklyFree
Newtown
11:30 AM11:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 YearsSurry Hills LibraryInteractive storytelling and songs for young children to build early literacy.Surry HillsFamilyWeeklyFree
Surry Hills
12:00 PM12:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Gongbath - Sound HealingOwn Newtown Wellness CentreA soothing sound healing session featuring resonant gongs.NewtownWellnessWeekly$
Newtown
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Lunchtime Body BlastPyrmont Community CentreA high-energy midday fitness class combining cardio and resistance.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeSinging Group for Chinese SpeakersRon Williams Community CentreA volunteer-led community singing group for mandarin speakers.RedfernMusicCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Redfern
1:15 PM1:15 PMFortnightlyCost: FreeCome Along to Sing-AlongCliff Noble Community CentreA relaxed fortnightly social gathering for casual singers.AlexandriaMusicCommunity & socialFortnightlyFree
Alexandria
1:30 PM1:30 PMWeeklyCost: FreeCanastaStanmore LibraryFriendly community card game session for all skill levels.StanmoreCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Stanmore
1:30 PM1:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Creative Connections - Art Therapy ClassOlder Women's Network - Newtown Wellness CentreA creative art therapy class designed for self expression.NewtownTalks & workshopsArts & cultureWeekly$
Newtown
2:00 PM2:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Living Longer Living Stronger Exercise ProgramSt Helen’s Community CentreA tailored progressive strength and balance fitness program.GlebeWellnessWeekly$
Glebe
2:00 PM2:00 PMFortnightlyCost: FreeNewtown Art ClubNewtown Neighbourhood CentreA relaxed fortnightly creative gathering open to artists of all backgrounds.NewtownArts & cultureCommunity & socialFortnightlyFree
Newtown
4:30 PM4:30 PMRegularCost: $$ · Sold out2026 Evening Santa PhotosThe Grounds of AlexandriaFestive evening photography session with Father Christmas.AlexandriaFamilySold outRegular$$
Alexandria
5:00 PM5:00 PMFortnightlyCost: FreePins N' NeedlesLeichhardt LibraryCommunity craft session for local needleworkers.LeichhardtCommunity & socialFortnightlyFree
Leichhardt
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Boxing ClassPyrmont Community CentreCardio boxing workout for all levels in a friendly setting.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeFree Board Game WednesdaysFortress SydneyMidweek social gathering featuring open table gaming and drinks.ChippendaleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Sounds Good Choir84/86 Cardigan StCommunity choir welcoming singers of all abilities for harmony and fun.CamperdownMusicCommunity & socialWeekly$
Camperdown
6:30 PM6:30 PMWeeklyCost: $$$Futsal Competitions: Wednesday Men’s and MixedPerry Park Recreation CentreA competitive social sports league held on indoor courts.AlexandriaWellnessCommunity & socialWeekly$$$
Alexandria
7:00 PM7:00 PMFortnightlyCost: FreeFree Entry // Comedy ArcadeAstro's Arcade BarEnjoy free arcade games paired with live comedy acts.NewtownComedyFortnightlyFree
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Learn to Partner Dance: BalboaThe Wiggle RoomWeekly beginner-friendly dance classes focused on 1940s Balboa.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & socialWeekly$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMRegularCost: $The Laugh Inn - Comedy Club | From $20! Sydney's Coolest Comedy ClubThe Newtown HotelInternational and local comics bring solid showcases to the Newtown Hotel alongside a solid pub menu.NewtownComedyRegular$
Newtown
7:15 PM7:15 PMWeeklyCost: $Wednesday ComedyStand Out Comedy ClubWeekly comedy show featuring professional stand up headliners.ChippendaleComedyWeekly$
Chippendale
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills

Thursday 29 Oct

7:30 AM7:30 AMCost: $October 2026 Brekkie and BizTeras BalmainMonthly networking breakfast for local business owners and professionals.BalmainBusiness$
Balmain
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: $$Executive Presence: A Creative Toolkit for Dynamic LeadersFlour Mill WyTransform your leadership presence with performance and embodiment techniques.Summer HillTalks & workshopsBusiness$$
Summer Hill
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: FreeFirst Nations Leadership in Addressing Racism SymposiumChau Chak Wing MuseumSymposium addressing racism and university research initiatives.CamperdownTalks & workshopsFree
Camperdown
9:00 AM9:00 AMCost: FreeSydney City Farm New Volunteer Induction SessionSydney City FarmJump into hands-on urban agriculture and help grow fresh produce for local charities by joining the monthly farm induction in St Peters.St PetersCommunity & socialFree
St Peters
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $$Arts on Tour Tour LabEast Sydney Community and Arts Centre (Escac) by Brand XEssential practical guidance for independent artists and small companies touring shows.DarlinghurstTalks & workshopsBusiness$$
Darlinghurst
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sat 31Cost: FreeSydney City Farm Volunteer Working BeesSydney City FarmRoll up your sleeves for a hands-on morning getting stuck into garden beds and meeting local growers.St PetersCommunity & socialRuns to Sat 31Free
St Peters
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: FreeAI and Education Policy: An Urgent Debate for Our Shared FutureThe University of SydneyDiscussion on artificial intelligence in education.CamperdownTalks & workshopsFree
Camperdown
12:15 PM12:15 PMCost: FreeHalloween Trivia South EveleighBrewdog - South EveleighHalloween-themed lunchtime trivia showdown.EveleighCommunity & socialFree
Eveleigh
2:30 PM2:30 PMCost: FreeCurator’s Tour: Fibre OpticsChau Chak Wing MuseumExamine contemporary and historic First Nations weaving and textile art on tour.CamperdownArts & cultureToursFree
Camperdown
3:00 PM3:00 PMCost: FreePrototype Your PhdUTS Startups (Events SpaceInformation session introducing a commercialisation support program for research students.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsBusinessFree
Chippendale
4:00 PM4:00 PMCost: Price not listedAps Sydney MeetupCamperdown Memorial Rest ParkInformal afternoon gathering for the local psychedelic community.NewtownCommunity & social
Newtown
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: $Rum Raisin Presents 'Lazy Days' - Sydney - Hibernian House (Kr Studios)Hibernian HouseA spring celebration blending electronic grooves, soul, and coastal hip-hop.Surry HillsNightlifeMusic$
Surry Hills
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $$$Ceramics: Hand Building for All Levels (Thursday Pm) 6 WeeksPine Street Creative Arts CentreSix-week ceramics course covering hand-building vessels and sculptural forms.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsArts & culture$$$
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeLet's Talk About Conservation Burial and Sustainable DeathcareGreen Living CentreA community discussion on sustainable funeral choices and conservation burials.Summer HillTalks & workshopsCommunity & socialFree
Summer Hill
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Linda Jaivin & John Zubrzycki: Shortest HistoriesGleebooksDouble author historical talk covering the past of Madrid and Delhi.GlebeTalks & workshops$
Glebe
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeMarketing Your Practice: How to Attract More of the Right ClientsHurlstone Memorial Reserve Community CentrePractical marketing strategy workshop for health and wellbeing practitioners.Hurlstone ParkTalks & workshopsBusinessFree
Hurlstone Park
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $$ · Sold outMessinaville Tour with DinnerErin Restaurant & BarBehind-the-scenes factory tour followed by a curated set menu.MarrickvilleEats & drinksToursSold out$$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Smash the 'Piggy' Bank | Film FundraiserGoodspace Gallery at the Lord Gladstone HotelFundraiser party supporting independent short film production.ChippendaleArts & culture$
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeStephen King Trivia at the MarlyMarlborough HotelStephen King trivia as the pub becomes the Marly Mausoleum.NewtownCommunity & socialFree
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeStorytelling NightsDarlington Activity CentreCommunity evening dedicated to the art of oral storytelling.DarlingtonCommunity & socialFree
Darlington
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: Free · Sold outTurning the Tide on the Cooks River Sydney - Citizen CopHp BowloCommunity forum exploring river restoration and local waterway health.Hurlstone ParkCommunity & socialSold outFree
Hurlstone Park
6:15 PM6:15 PMCost: $Authentic Connections: Where Playfulness Meets Depth (Flourmill Space)Flourmill SpaceInteractive workshop exploring playful and meaningful interpersonal connections.NewtownTalks & workshops$
Newtown
6:15 PM6:15 PMCost: FreeGoodstart Ashfield - Twilight TourGoodstart Early Learning AshfieldExplore early learning spaces and meet experienced local educators.AshfieldFamilyFree
Ashfield
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: FreeComic Con-Versation: What It Takes to Make Comics in AustraliaHaberfield LibraryPanel discussion on making comics in Australia.HaberfieldTalks & workshopsFree
Haberfield
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Insecure Dad - a Comedy Show by Jack Schirnack (Life of Jack)Knox Street BarDebut solo stand-up comedy hour exploring modern fatherhood and identity.ChippendaleComedy$
Chippendale
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $$Refettorio Pay It Forward DinnerRefettorio Ozharvest SydneyDine on zero-waste vegetarian dishes while supporting community food relief programs.Surry HillsEats & drinks$$
Surry Hills
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Young Co-Operators ConnectStucco Housing Co-OperativeCasual networking gathering for young people involved in housing co-operatives.NewtownBusinessCommunity & social$
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeAsphalt Words and Ocean Dreams198 Enmore RdOpen mic poetry and collaborative creative writing circle.EnmoreArts & cultureFree
Enmore
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Fuschia + Trappist Afterland + Geoff TownerGasoline PonyLive music night featuring progressive folk and acid folk acts.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Misaki Umei & Cracked Suzies + DorkaHeaps Normal Health ClubCollaborative contemporary music performance blending jazz and electronic rhythms.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeThe Politically Incorrect Book Club200 Devonshire StEvening book discussion exploring conservative perspectives on Western history.Surry HillsArts & cultureCommunity & socialFree
Surry Hills
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Tim O'Dwyer Trio Reunion ConcertTangoVirtuoso contemporary jazz performance featuring saxophone, bass, and drums.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Andrew Hamilton at the Grifter Comedy ClubThe RedfernA stand-up comedy showcase featuring an acclaimed headliner and supporting acts.RedfernComedy$
Redfern
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Buddy's ComedyBuddy's Bar NewtownMonthly stand-up comedy showcase featuring professional acts.NewtownComedy$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Buddy's Comedy Newtown | Stand up Comedy NightBuddy's Bar NewtownNight: Stand-up comedy showcase featuring hand-picked local stand-up talent.NewtownComedy$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Rozelle Comedy ClubThe Native Rose HotelA monthly stand-up showcase featuring professional comedians on stage.RozelleComedy$
Rozelle
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Event Name: Kill the DJ: Halloween Dance Party and Film FundraiserLord Gladstone HotelA spooky courtyard dance party raising funds for an upcoming queer short film.ChippendaleNightlifeMusic$
Chippendale
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: Price not listedKilled by Karaoke: Halloween EditionThe Duke of EnmoreLive band karaoke.EnmoreMusic
Enmore
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Readers - Books and Conversation with Dr Norman SwanPetersham Bowling ClubEngaging conversation evening exploring books with a special guest.PetershamArts & culture$
Petersham
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Steph RussellChurch Street StudiosA live music showcase featuring original contemporary compositions from an upcoming album.CamperdownMusic$
Camperdown
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Last dayCost: Price not listedQueer Sydney: Hidden HistoriesQtopia SydneyWalking tour exploring the rich queer heritage of the local area.DarlinghurstToursLast day
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Fri 30Cost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Fri 30Free
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
8:00 AM8:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Fitter and Stronger Exercise Class for Older PeopleSt Helen’s Community CentreGuided exercise class tailored to support older adults.GlebeWellnessWeekly$
Glebe
8:30 AM8:30 AMRegularCost: FreeAshfield - Leichhardt Ses Unit - 65th AnniversaryInner West Council Ashfield Service CentreDrop by the Ashfield Service Centre to check out early 1960s photographs, vintage uniforms, and volunteer stories marking 65 years of the…AshfieldArts & cultureRegularFree
Ashfield
9:00 AM9:00 AMRegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularFree
Pyrmont
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilyRegular$$
Alexandria
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Bush School at Callan ParkThe SummerhouseNature based outdoor learning adventure for young children.LilyfieldFamilyWeekly$
Lilyfield
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Callan Park Bush School Thursdays 2026 (2.5 - 5 Year-Olds)SummerhouseBush School: For children aged 2.5 to 5, the standard nature play sessions follow seasonal harbour rhythms.LilyfieldFamilyWeekly$
Lilyfield
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Writing Studio405 Crown StDedicated writing time and supportive peer feedback session.Surry HillsCommunity & socialWeekly$
Surry Hills
9:30 AM9:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Zumba GoldRon Williams Community CentreA low-impact dance fitness workout set to lively international music.RedfernWellnessWeekly$
Redfern
9:45 AM9:45 AMRegularCost: FreeWomen’s Reconciliation Network - Redfern Yarning CircleRedfern Community CentreYarning circle fostering dialogue between First Nations and non-Indigenous women.RedfernCommunity & socialRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeAbstract Synergies: Kevin White & Sergei ShatrovGallery LnlContemporary ceramic duo exhibition exploring abstraction.NewtownArts & cultureRegularFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeBack to Your Body: Fascial Maneuvers & Nervous System ResetEveolutionGuided wellness class focused on nervous system regulation.BalmainWellnessWeeklyFree
Balmain
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeBlack MythWhite Rabbit GalleryWhite Rabbit Gallery explores the power of myth in our technological age, drawing inspiration from the viral video game.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $$$Corporate Social Impact ExperienceGift of Bread Community WorkshopHands-on corporate volunteering workshop focused on community baking and social impact.TempeTalks & workshopsCommunity & socialWeekly$$$
Tempe
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Living Longer Living Stronger Exercise ProgramCliff Noble Community CentreStay active, mobile, and strong with a targeted fitness class.AlexandriaWellnessWeekly$
Alexandria
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeMy Time Việt: Peer GroupPlumtree Children's ServicesA supportive peer network connecting Vietnamese-speaking families.MarrickvilleCommunity & socialRegularFree
Marrickville
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Social Table TennisPyrmont Community CentreCasual social table tennis games for all skill levels.PyrmontWellnessCommunity & socialWeekly$
Pyrmont
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularFree
Camperdown
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeWrap with Love Knitting GroupCliff Noble Community CentreCommunity knitting circle creating blankets for those in need.AlexandriaCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Alexandria
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesLeichhardt LibraryEngaging story session designed to foster a love of reading in young children.LeichhardtFamilyRegularFree
Leichhardt
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesMarrickville LibraryWeekly library reading club for young book enthusiasts.MarrickvilleFamilyCommunity & socialRegularFree
Marrickville
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeMen's Connection ProgramSt Helen’s Community CentreA welcoming connection program providing a supportive space for men.GlebeCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Glebe
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeRhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 YearsGlebe LibraryEarly childhood music and rhyme session for babies.GlebeFamilyCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Glebe
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeAnnandale Craft GroupAnnandale Neighbourhood CentreCommunity craft group meeting for local makers.AnnandaleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Annandale
11:00 AM11:00 AMRegularCost: FreeChrystal Rimmer 'Upwelling'Stanley Street GalleryEcological art exhibition investigating waste, entropy, and resilience.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRegularFree
Darlinghurst
11:30 AM11:30 AMWeeklyCost: $Accessible Yoga ClassCliff Noble Community CentreAccessible yoga class focused on strength, flexibility, and stress relief.AlexandriaWellnessWeekly$
Alexandria
11:30 AM11:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 YearsGlebe LibraryInteractive storytime session for preschoolers and toddlers.GlebeFamilyWeeklyFree
Glebe
12:00 PM12:00 PMRegularCost: FreeSouth Eveleigh Heritage ToursLocomotive 1083 on Innovation PlazaUncover the industrial backstory of the steam era with a guided walk past original blacksmith forges, massive cranes, and heritage-listed…EveleighArts & cultureToursRegularFree
Eveleigh
12:00 PM12:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeTech Savvy Seniors Presented in EnglishLeichhardt LibraryBuild digital skills and confidence with computers.LeichhardtTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Leichhardt
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Singing Class for BeginnersPyrmont Community CentreA welcoming vocal workshop designed specifically for absolute beginners.PyrmontMusicTalks & workshopsWeekly$
Pyrmont
1:40 PM1:40 PMWeeklyCost: FreeIntergenerational Games HourCliff Noble Community CentreA friendly hour of tabletop and card games for all ages.AlexandriaCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Alexandria
2:00 PM2:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeShut up and Write!Little Big HouseWeekly silent writing session for local authors and scribes.Summer HillCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Summer Hill
4:00 PM4:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeFree Kids Boxing ClassLittle Eveleigh StFree kids boxing class to build fitness and coordination skills.RedfernFamilyWellnessWeeklyFree
Redfern
4:15 PM4:15 PMWeeklyCost: FreeTech Tutoring for SeniorsMarrickville Library and PavilionOne-on-one digital device guidance for older adults.MarrickvilleTalks & workshopsWeeklyFree
Marrickville
5:00 PM5:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Organic Buyers Group Hub: RozelleRozelle Public SchoolCommunity gathering for collecting locally ordered organic produce.RozelleEats & drinksCommunity & socialWeekly$
Rozelle
5:15 PM5:15 PMWeeklyCost: $Organic Buyers Group Hub: CamperdownPocket City FarmsCommunity pickup hub for locally sourced organic produce.CamperdownEats & drinksCommunity & socialWeekly$
Camperdown
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeCard Knights - Free at @FortresssydFortress SydneyWeekly competitive trading card game tournament with booster pack prizes.ChippendaleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Power Hour Full Body WorkoutPyrmont Community CentreA high energy full body workout designed to build strength and endurance.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$
Pyrmont
6:15 PM6:15 PMWeeklyCost: $Thursday Night Dance Fitness Class Open to All | Surry HillsAlma Studios - Studio 7 Upstairs First Door on RightAn energetic 45-minute dance workout set to pop, R&B, and house tracks.Surry HillsWellnessWeekly$
Surry Hills
6:30 PM6:30 PMRegularCost: $Dance Therapy - Beginner Friendly Group Dance Session in Sydney for Stress Relief, Confidence and ConnectionUniversal SydneyShake off the week's tension in an inclusive, high-energy group movement session designed purely for confidence and community.DarlinghurstWellnessTalks & workshopsRegular$
Darlinghurst
6:30 PM6:30 PMRegularCost: FreeSurry Hills Board Games in a BarThe Art SyndicateGrab a drink and pick from a massive library of party and strategy games with help matching tables.Surry HillsCommunity & socialRegularFree
Surry Hills
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Battle of the BandsThe LansdowneWeekly local battle of the bands showcasing rising independent talent.ChippendaleMusicWeekly$
Chippendale
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Learn to Partner Dance: Collegiate ShagThe Wiggle RoomEnergetic partner dance classes focusing on Collegiate Shag.MarrickvilleWellnessCommunity & socialWeekly$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMRegularCost: $Men's Circle + BreathworkEast Sydney Community and Arts CentreMen's circle and guided breathwork for holistic wellbeing.DarlinghurstWellnessCommunity & socialRegular$
Darlinghurst
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $The Cleftomanics - a Cappella ChoirAlexandria Town HallCommunity a cappella choir performance celebrating vocal harmony.AlexandriaMusicWeekly$
Alexandria
7:00 PM7:00 PMRegularCost: $The Laugh Inn - Comedy Club | From $20! Sydney's Coolest Comedy ClubThe Newtown HotelInternational and local comics bring solid showcases to the Newtown Hotel alongside a solid pub menu.NewtownComedyRegular$
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: $Zero HourGallery 13Late-night gathering celebrating alternative music subcultures.Surry HillsNightlifeMusicWeekly$
Surry Hills
7:30 PM7:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Lucky Cat ComedyLucky CatA weekly evening of live stand-up comedy followed by late-night music.DarlinghurstComedyMusicNightlifeWeekly$
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills

Friday 30 Oct

8:30 AM8:30 AM · 3 days, to Sun 1 NovCost: $$$Activate & Amplify (3-Day Immersion: Sydney)SantelmostudioA three-day professional development immersion designed for visionary leaders and coaches.ChippendaleTalks & workshopsBusiness3 days, to Sun 1 Nov$$$
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AM · Runs to Sat 31Cost: FreeSydney City Farm Volunteer Working BeesSydney City FarmRoll up your sleeves for a hands-on morning getting stuck into garden beds and meeting local growers.St PetersCommunity & socialRuns to Sat 31Free
St Peters
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: FreeTech Savvy Seniors in EnglishBurwood LibraryTech Savvy Seniors in English: Practical digital skills classes for older adults.BurwoodTalks & workshopsFree
Burwood
10:00 AM10:00 AMCost: $$$Unmissable: Workshop for Sydney Women in BusinessEventure CollectiveProfessional development workshop for women in business.St PetersTalks & workshops$$$
St Peters
10:30 AM10:30 AMCost: FreeHealth for Life ProgramCliff Noble Community CentreCommunity health program combining nutrition education with live cooking demonstrations.AlexandriaEats & drinksCommunity & socialFree
Alexandria
11:00 AM11:00 AM · Runs to Tue 3 NovCost: FreeNourish & Flourish112 Glebe Point RdA collaborative exhibition celebrating the everyday objects that nourish us.GlebeArts & cultureRuns to Tue 3 NovFree
Glebe
12:00 PM12:00 PMCost: FreeHeaps MadMarrickville LibraryOpen mic night celebrating Mental Health Month.MarrickvilleMusicCommunity & socialFree
Marrickville
5:00 PM5:00 PMCost: FreeSpooky Ball - Haunted CastleInner West Pride CentreHalloween themed costume dance party exclusively for LGBTQIA+ youth and allies.NewtownNightlifeMusicFamilyFree
Newtown
5:30 PM5:30 PMCost: $Together2'S Ndis Halloween Disco PartyTogether2A magical and spooky accessible disco celebrating imaginative costumes.RozelleNightlife$
Rozelle
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeAboriginal Traditional Sound HealingChris O’Brien LifehouseTraditional Aboriginal sound healing session for restorative wellness.CamperdownWellnessFree
Camperdown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Bestie Fest HalloweenKiss My BrassCelebrate spooky feminine joy and community connection.MarrickvilleMusicMarkets$
Marrickville
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $Club Hallow ZinePosy Ceramic StudioA creative evening combining zine-making, music and drinks.NewtownTalks & workshopsArts & culture$
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outDenise HanlonGinger's - Upstairs at the Oxford HotelCabaret with powerhouse vocals.DarlinghurstComedyArts & cultureSold out$
Darlinghurst
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: FreeFriday Fright Night at the MarlyMarlborough HotelHalloween DJs at the Marly Mausoleum.NewtownNightlifeMusicFree
Newtown
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $The Balmain Boot ScootThe Balmain HotelA beginner-friendly country line dancing session with drinks.BalmainWellnessCommunity & social$
Balmain
6:00 PM6:00 PMCost: $The Sir Charles Nicholson Annual LectureChau Chak Wing MuseumHistorical lecture exploring the nineteenth-century antiquities trade.CamperdownTalks & workshops$
Camperdown
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $A Britpop Collective: Stone the Roses, Long Way South and the F Reds Do the BridgeThe Bridge HotelUK indie and Britpop tribute night.RozelleMusic$
Rozelle
6:30 PM6:30 PMCost: $Good Witch LaunchThe Rose Read Bookshopbook launch and discussion on Good Witch.Summer HillArts & culture$
Summer Hill
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outCupid's Court: Live Dating Show 30th October - Halloween ShowHeaps Normal Health ClubInteractive live comedy dating show.MarrickvilleComedySold out$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $ · Sold outEn Trance 5 Rhythms Monthly Dance with Gigi MarchPetersham Town HallMove freely and release tension through a guided conscious dance journey.PetershamWellnessSold out$
Petersham
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeFridays @ Ford Lane - Friday on Our Minds: A Young Music Tribute NightFord LaneA tribute night celebrating the legendary songwriting legacy of the Young family.BurwoodMusicFree
Burwood
7:00 PM7:00 PM · 3 days, to Sun 1 NovCost: $$$Gateways ~ a 5 Rhythms Workshop Wth Lucia HoranLeichhardt Town HallAn immersive movement workshop exploring the five rhythms of dance.LeichhardtWellnessTalks & workshops3 days, to Sun 1 Nov$$$
Leichhardt
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Halloween Eve with Grapee & Blue MoonGifts of Mercy EmporiumSpooky themed celebration featuring live music and costumes.PetershamMusic$
Petersham
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Hyp3dd HalloweenRed Rattler TheatreHalloween queer mutual aid party showcasing trans creatives.MarrickvilleNightlifeMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Nicholas Stillone LiveMothership StudiosImmersive evening of neoclassical ambient compositions and live instrumentation.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: $Pj Orr + Dusken Lights + DavidsonGasoline PonyA live gig exploring cosmic Americana, alt-folk, and indie rock textures.MarrickvilleMusic$
Marrickville
7:00 PM7:00 PMCost: FreeWuthering Waves Fan-Organized Halloween PartyFortress SydneyFan-organised Halloween gathering celebrating a popular gaming world.ChippendaleMusicCommunity & socialFree
Chippendale
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: $Cabaret, Cocktails & Karaoke in OctoberSeymour CentreAsian creative showcase with cabaret and audience karaoke.ChippendaleMusicArts & culture$
Chippendale
7:30 PM7:30 PMCost: FreeIl Prigioniero / Der Kaiser Von AtlantisGlebe Town HallA double bill of powerful twentieth-century resistance operas.GlebeMusicArts & cultureFree
Glebe
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Munroe LiveThe Eveleigh HotelAn energetic alt-rock gig featuring jangly guitars and reflective ballads.RedfernMusic$
Redfern
8:00 PM8:00 PMCost: $Yokai Beatz - Monster MashThe Imperial ErskinevilleA spooky Halloween party filled with monsters, music, and mayhem.ErskinevilleNightlife$
Erskineville
8:30 PM8:30 PMCost: FreeRock Lily's Karaoke CompetitionRock Lily PyrmontRock Lily's Karaoke Competition 2026: Live stage karaoke singing competition.PyrmontMusicFree
Pyrmont
10:00 PM10:00 PMCost: $Sydney Massive #005The Abercrombie HotelHalloween weekend jungle and drum and bass takeover at The Abercrombie.ChippendaleNightlifeMusic$
Chippendale
Various timesVarious times · Runs to Sun 24 JanCost: $David Hockney: Bigger & Closer (Not Smaller & Further Away)CarriageworksStep inside a massive thirty-six-degree digital art production.EveleighArts & cultureRuns to Sun 24 Jan$
Eveleigh
Various timesVarious times · Last dayCost: FreeSub-Urban at the SubstationQtopia SydneyCelebrate community art and local queer culture through an exhibition.DarlinghurstArts & cultureLast dayFree
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: FreeCommunity Pumpkin TrailMarrickville Metro (Kids Events)Three giant Halloween pumpkins decorated by local schools.MarrickvilleFamilyRuns to Sat 31Free
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 7 NovCost: $Next Fall by Geoffrey NaufftsEternity PlayhouseThis touching drama at Eternity Playhouse examines faith, family, and a five-year relationship tested by an unexpected accident.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRuns to Sat 7 Nov$
Darlinghurst
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: Price not listedOh My God: A Comedy of Biblical Proportions!Flight Path TheatrePopular Playhouse returns with another irreverent and hilarious Bible spoof.MarrickvilleComedyRuns to Sat 31
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Sat 31Cost: $Sydney International Women’s Jazz FestivalVarious Music VenuesThe festival rolls out heavy-hitting international voices and local innovators for ten days of contemporary improvised music across…MarrickvilleMusicRuns to Sat 31$
Marrickville
Check timesRuns to Thu 5 NovCost: $The Shakesbeer Sessions: A Midsummer Night's DreamDick's Hotel BalmainA fast-paced, interactive pub theatre adaptation of Shakespeare.BalmainComedyArts & cultureRuns to Thu 5 Nov$
Balmain
8:30 AM8:30 AMRegularCost: FreeAshfield - Leichhardt Ses Unit - 65th AnniversaryInner West Council Ashfield Service CentreDrop by the Ashfield Service Centre to check out early 1960s photographs, vintage uniforms, and volunteer stories marking 65 years of the…AshfieldArts & cultureRegularFree
Ashfield
9:00 AM9:00 AMRegularCost: FreeDiscover Our Community Book ExchangePyrmont Community CentreClear out your overloaded shelves or score your next read at this weekend-long community book swap in Pyrmont.PyrmontCommunity & socialRegularFree
Pyrmont
9:15 AM9:15 AMRegularCost: $Ballet Class: Dance with Me 1.5-3 YrsGlebe Town HallA thematic parent-and-tot dance class designed to build motor skills and let grown-ups have some fun too.GlebeTalks & workshopsFamilyArts & cultureRegular$
Glebe
9:30 AM9:30 AMRegularCost: $$ · Sold out2026 Daytime Santa PhotosThe Grounds of Alexandria GardenSanta gets a mint-green suit and a festive hideaway in the garden, with five-minute sessions that include printed snaps and digital copies.AlexandriaFamilySold outRegular$$
Alexandria
9:50 AM9:50 AMRegularCost: $Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 YearsGlebe Town HallLittle dancers follow a rotating story told through movement, voice, and music while pretending to leap through jungles or fly to the moon.GlebeTalks & workshopsFamilyRegular$
Glebe
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeAbstract Synergies: Kevin White & Sergei ShatrovGallery LnlContemporary ceramic duo exhibition exploring abstraction.NewtownArts & cultureRegularFree
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeBlack MythWhite Rabbit GalleryWhite Rabbit Gallery explores the power of myth in our technological age, drawing inspiration from the viral video game.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $$Gentle ExercisePyrmont Community CentreLow-impact gentle exercise class to improve mobility and balance.PyrmontWellnessWeekly$$
Pyrmont
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeHanako Murakami: Radiant ForceThe Japan FoundationAn experimental exhibition exploring the origins of photography.ChippendaleArts & cultureRegularFree
Chippendale
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Living Longer Living Stronger ExerciseRon Williams Community CentreSupervised fitness and strength class for older adults.RedfernWellnessWeekly$
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeNAIDOC Poster Exhibition - 50 Years of DeadlyRedfern Community CentreHeritage poster exhibition celebrating decades of Indigenous cultural activism.RedfernArts & cultureRegularFree
Redfern
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeNorthcott Fitness WorkoutWard ParkEnergising outdoor community workout session in the park.Surry HillsWellnessCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Surry Hills
10:00 AM10:00 AMWeeklyCost: $Tai ChiOlder Women's Network - Newtown Wellness CentreGentle wellness class focused on balance, posture, and mindful movement.NewtownWellnessWeekly$
Newtown
10:00 AM10:00 AMRegularCost: FreeUndoing the City, Making HomeChau Chak Wing MuseumReflect on migration, displacement, and belonging through contemporary sculptural works.CamperdownArts & cultureRegularFree
Camperdown
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesBalmain LibraryRhyme and rhythm sessions for babies and their carers.BalmainMusicFamilyRegularFree
Balmain
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesAshfield LibraryIntroduce babies and carers to rhythm and rhyme.AshfieldFamilyRegularFree
Ashfield
10:30 AM10:30 AMRegularCost: FreeBook BuddiesSt Peters/Sydenham LibraryIntroduce babies and carers to the fun of rhythm and nursery rhymes.SydenhamFamilyRegularFree
Sydenham
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeStanmore LibrarySongs and stories designed to build pre-schoolers' listening skills and love of reading across Inner West branches.StanmoreFamilyWeeklyFree
Stanmore
10:30 AM10:30 AMWeeklyCost: FreeStorytimeSt Peters/Sydenham LibrarySongs and stories designed to build pre-schoolers' listening skills and love of reading across Inner West branches.SydenhamFamilyWeeklyFree
Sydenham
11:00 AM11:00 AMRegularCost: FreeChrystal Rimmer 'Upwelling'Stanley Street GalleryEcological art exhibition investigating waste, entropy, and resilience.DarlinghurstArts & cultureRegularFree
Darlinghurst
11:00 AM11:00 AMWeeklyCost: FreeCrafting in Stitches Social GroupPyrmont Community CentreWeekly community craft gathering for local textile and needlework enthusiasts.PyrmontCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Pyrmont
12:15 PM12:15 PMWeeklyCost: $Friday Midday Yin YogaThe PlaceMidday yin yoga practice focusing on breath and gentle postures.LewishamWellnessWeekly$
Lewisham
1:00 PM1:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeMusic and MovementSt Helen’s Community CentreGentle music and movement session for community wellbeing.GlebeWellnessCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Glebe
1:15 PM1:15 PMWeeklyCost: FreeComputer and Mobile Phone HelpRon Williams Community CentreFree drop-in computer and mobile phone assistance.RedfernCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Redfern
1:30 PM1:30 PMWeeklyCost: FreeCass Care Finder: Aged Care ConnectBurwood LibraryDrop in for one-on-one guidance through the My Aged Care system, with support offered in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and English.BurwoodCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Burwood
1:30 PM1:30 PMWeeklyCost: $$$Learn to Play Bridge: Beginners Course (Fridays)162 Goulburn StStructured beginner course teaching the fundamentals of card playing.Surry HillsTalks & workshopsWeekly$$$
Surry Hills
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeMana on Tap (MTG)Fortress SydneyA weekly drop-in meetup for players of Magic: The Gathering.ChippendaleCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Chippendale
6:00 PM6:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeSafe Space Summer Hill - a Free Drop-In Sanctuary in the Inner WestLittle Big HouseA welcoming neighborhood sanctuary offering a calm space to unwind.Summer HillCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Summer Hill
6:30 PM6:30 PMWeeklyCost: FreeFriday Night Dinner, Bible Talk and Games6 Darghan StA casual Friday gathering with dinner, conversation and games.GlebeEats & drinksCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Glebe
7:00 PM7:00 PMWeeklyCost: FreeGreat Day ChoirOlder Women's Network Inc.Inclusive morning choir session designed for people living with dementia and friends.NewtownMusicCommunity & socialWeeklyFree
Newtown
7:00 PM7:00 PMRegularCost: $Id Comedy Club - Fri/SatCarousel Bar & BallroomStand-up comedy night featuring a lineup of hilarious performers.DarlinghurstComedyRegular$
Darlinghurst
7:15 PM7:15 PMRegularCost: $The Laugh Inn - Comedy Club | From $20! Sydney's Coolest Comedy ClubThe Newtown HotelInternational and local comics bring solid showcases to the Newtown Hotel alongside a solid pub menu.NewtownComedyRegular$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMWeeklyCost: $Ecstatic Dance Sydney Newtown ~ Friday Night Sober Dance FloorTemple on the ParkFriday night sober freestyle community dance journey.NewtownWellnessCommunity & socialWeekly$
Newtown
7:30 PM7:30 PMRegularCost: $Sydney's - Razor Gang True Crime TourFire and Rescue NSW Darlinghurst Fire StationGuided walking tour of historic gang territory.DarlinghurstToursRegular$
Darlinghurst
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $A Room with a ViewBelvoir Street TheatreNathalie Morris stars in Grace Chapple's sharp new adaptation of E.M. Forster's classic novel about love and discovery in Florence.Surry HillsArts & cultureRegular$
Surry Hills
Various timesVarious timesRegularCost: $YermaGenesian TheatreYerma: Lorca's haunting tragedy of unfulfilled longing.RozelleArts & cultureRegular$
Rozelle

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