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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Dec
31
Dec
Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney
Vivid Sydney will illuminate Darling Harbour with art, light, creativity and exploration.
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24
May
11
Jun
Vivid Sydney: Star-Bound Drone Show
Lighting up the night skies in a show-stopping blockbuster, the popular Vivid Sydney Drone Show returns for its longest season yet as Star-Bound: 22 shows across 11 nights at in its new home in Darling Harbour.
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22
May
13
Jun
Sun - Wed
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Nights
Experience Vivid Sydney's dazzling light displays, free live music under the stars, and buzzing DJ sets at Tumbalong Park
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23
May
13
Jun
Saturdays at 5pm
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Kids
Explore Darling Harbour's Light Walk, enjoy free children's shows & live music at Tumbalong Park.
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01
Apr
27
May
Corporate Pickleball Competition
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Serve up some mid-week fun and friendly rivalry at ICC Sydney's House of Pickle's Autumn Corporate Pickleball Competition.
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01
May
27
May
Mother’s Day Specials at La Cosmetique
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Celebrate Mother’s Day with exclusive beauty deals, curated bundles, and limited-time offers.
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26
Aug
30
May
Baia's Iconic Happy Hour - 49% off all drinks
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Raise your glass to the best deal on the harbour, Baia’s Happy Hour.
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29
May
30
May
Vivid Sydney Three-Course Dessert with Janice Wong
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Bioluminescent Dreams at W Sydney A Vivid Sydney Exclusive This Vivid Sydney, W Sydney's Level 30 rooftop becomes something entirely different. A glow-lit, one-of-a-kind dessert destination curated by Janice Wong, one of the world's most celebrated pastry chefs and artists.
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30
May
SATURDAY 30 MAY 2026, 7:30pm
Nancy Ajram
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Global music icon Nancy Ajram will make her highly anticipated return to Australia, performing live at TikTok Entertainment Centre (formerly ICC Sydney Theatre) on Saturday 30 May Brought to you by UPNXT.
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01
Apr
31
May
MDC's Monthly Specials: Kangaroo Burger
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Try the new special hot off the grill at Meat District Co.
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01
May
31
May
Available all-day
May-tini
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Shake up your plans this May with May-tini at The Ternary Bar, Darling Harbour. Available all day, this special bar feature showcases three martinis, offering the perfect excuse to sip, unwind, and enjoy a stylish drink in the heart of Sydney.
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30
May
31
May
Sat 30 & Sun 31 May
La La Land in Concert
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A live-to-film celebration with full orchestra.
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12
Mar
01
Jun
BTWN New Autum Menu
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BTWN's biggest menu update since opening
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02
Jun
6pm-8pm
Sea Gathering: Myth & Modernity Family Event
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A celebration inspired by Torres Strait Sea gathering traditions, blending light, music and storytelling.
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05
Jun
Fri 5 Jun, 7pm
Battle of the Greeks: The Great Greek Comedy Roast
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To commemorate the centenary of the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney, The Battle of the Greeks is a live comedy event uniting Greece and Australia through humour, satire and cultural storytelling.
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11
Jun
Thu 11 Jun 2026, 08:00 PM
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Comedians and film buffs Zachary Ruane and Alexei Toliopoulos bring the outrageous true story of Margaret and David’s fight against the banning of Ken Park to the stage in a wild mix of comedy, documentary and verbatim theatre.
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28
Apr
13
Jun
Book your VIVID stay at ibis
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Book your VIVID stay at ibis Sydney Darling Harbour, explore all the festival has to offer, and enjoy breakfast, a downloadable Vivid map and kids activity bag, plus free unlimited WiFi.
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