What’s on Sydney - events, entertainment and things to do

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Culture Alive Festivals

Darling Harbour proudly celebrates Sydney’s diverse multi-cultural community with a host of vibrant cultural festivals that will take you on a trip around the globe throughout the year.

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31

Dec

Fireworks

Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.

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Floating Christmas Tree

The perfect backdrop for your festive photos and magical moments this Christmas.

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Latin Nights By The Bay

Join Sydney’s favourite outdoor Latin dance event, bringing together the city’s best Latin dance schools, top DJs, live music, and an incredible community!

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09

Sep

Run the Harbour

Start your day with a scenic 5km social run around Darling Harbour, then refuel with complimentary wellness treats, connect with the community and go in the draw to win a $50 Darling Quarter gift voucher.

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Open 10am - 5pm

Treat your Dad for $1 this Father's Day at SEA LIFE Sydney

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Treat your dad to an incredible day out for only $1 when purchasing with another full priced ticket.

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Treat your Dad for $1 this Father's Day at Madame Tussauds Sydney

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Treat your dad to an incredible day out for only $1 when purchasing with another full priced ticket.

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Treat your Dad for $1 this Father's Day at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

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Treat your dad to an incredible day out for only $1 when purchasing with another full priced ticket.

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11

Sep

Working Harbour Cruise

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Step aboard a heritage vessel and cruise Sydney Harbour during History Week, discovering the people, industries and waterways that shaped the city's maritime past.

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11

Sep

Fri 11 Sep, 7.30pm

Mohamed Ramadan

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Experience one of the Arab world’s biggest entertainment superstars live as Mohamed Ramadan makes his highly anticipated Australian debut.

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12

Sep

Labyrinth in Concert

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The magic dance continues. On the heels of a successful global tour to nearly 100 cities, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert is coming to Darling Harbour Theatre.

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12

Sep

Amulets and Adornment

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Create your own custom metalwork adornments inspired by Viking Age treasure in a workshop with SquarePeg Studios. Take inspiration from the extraordinary objects of the Galloway Hoard!

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11-13 September

AusFitness Expo Sydney

Join thousands of fitness fans at Australia's biggest fitness expo in Darling Harbour, featuring live sport, fitness challenges, athlete appearances, exclusive discounts and 150+ health and nutrition brands.

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Fri 18 Sep, 5.30pm

An Exclusive Evening with Brendan Pang

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Join celebrity chef Brendan Pang and Novotel Sydney Darling Square's Praveen Rodrigo for a one-night-only four-course dinner paired with premium wines, live chef insights and two tickets to the Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Edition.

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Thu 17 Sep - Sat 19 Sep

Sydney Premiere of Hello, Insanity!

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Experience the Sydney premiere of Hello, Insanity!, a gripping Mandarin-language theatre production exploring trust, survival and human connection.

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19

Sep

The Big Busk 2026

Catch the next generation of musicians in action at the Sydney Youth Orchestra Big Busk! Enjoy free live performances as talented young musicians transform Darling Harbour into an outdoor concert hall, all while raising funds to support music education across NSW.

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20

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Sat 19 - Sun 20 Sep

Thai Grand Festival

The Thai Grand Festival returns to Sydney, with a weekend filled with traditional thai music, dancing, and tasty treats.

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Sep

Sun 20 Sep