What's On
From cocktails to culture-fests

What's On

There’s always something exciting going on at Darling Harbour. Whip out your diary and get ready to pencil in some of Sydney’s most exciting events, from art exhibitions and concerts to boat shows and film festivals.
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Sep
12
Oct
Spring School Holidays
School’s out and imagination is in full bloom.
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13
Oct
19
Oct
13 - 19 Oct
SXSW Sydney 2025
Dedicated to helping creative people achieve their goals, SXSW Sydney is for anyone with a desire for discovery.
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Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.
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14
Feb
05
Dec
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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29
Sep
10
Oct
29 Sep - 10 Oct
Koi Lantern Making Workshop
Get ready to light up your imagination and join us for a spectacular Lantern Making Workshop these school holidays!
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10
Oct
Ryan Adams: Heartbreaker ’25 World Tour
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Ryan Adams celebrates the 25th anniversary of Heartbreaker with an acoustic tour across Australia and New Zealand in October 2025, performing his iconic album and more.
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26
Sep
11
Oct
FlyMotion Bungy Trampolining
Imagine launching yourself 6 storeys high as super-powered cords transform a trampoline into a gravity-defying launchpad. Want to channel your inner acrobat? Do flips, spins, or just bounce like a maniac – it's up to you! Their comfy harnesses keep you secure so you can focus on the pure, exhilarating joy of flight.
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01
Oct
11
Oct
9:30 am—5:00 pm
Century-old fleet: A unique gathering of 13 historic vessels
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Step into Sydney Sailing history from a bygone era with the Century-old Fleet, a unique gathering of historic vessels on the museum’s Heritage Pontoon.
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27
Sep
12
Oct
27 Sep - 10 Oct
Darling Square Moon Festival
Celebrate the Moon Festival at Darling Square with a large-scale vibrant lanterns’ installation, illuminated lion dancers, free kids’ activities and delicious eats!
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28
Sep
12
Oct
Chart a course for family fun this Spring School Holidays
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Chart a course for family fun this Spring with exhibitions, vessels, hands-on workshops, themed creative activities, science circus performances and more. It’s a day of fun for the whole family!
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16
Oct
Is the deep sea a wasteland or wonderland?
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What’s really at the bottom of the ocean?Strange life, hidden treasure, or trouble?
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15
May
19
Oct
Everyday 10am - 4pm
Wildlife Photographer of the Year
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See the world through a new lens and experience the breathtaking beauty and raw power of nature in Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
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13
Oct
19
Oct
13 - 19 Oct
SXSW Sydney Unlocked
From interactive exhibitions and pop-ups to live music, talks and night-time experiences.
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19
Oct
Sun 19 Oct
Hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show
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Get ready to laugh, be amazed, and walk away inspired. Sydney’s most hilarious and uplifting night out is here!
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23
Oct
Thu 23 Oct
Tom Cashman - Encore
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Tom Cashman is flying to Sydney as we speak, with a new hour of stand up that may or may not include the secret to happiness.
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24
Oct
Al Bano (Una Vita in Canto)
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Al Bano is one of the most beloved and best-known Italian artists, a true household name in Italy and beyond since 1967.
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25
Oct
Sat 25 Oct
So What? Now What?
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Author, podcaster and keynote speaker Osher Gunsberg has collaborated with illustrator and content creator Campbell Walker (aka Struthless) to create a fierce, at times funny and wholly unique guide to getting you unstuck and back into action.
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29
Oct
Wed 29 Oct
Matthew Reilly book launch
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Dymocks Exclusive Event with Matthew Reilly in conversation with Cassie Hamer for the launch of The Detective
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