Australia Day
26
Jan
January 26

Australia Day

Australia Day is a time to reflect, respect and celebrate the Australian spirit and the best of this country. Learn how you can spend the day in Darling Harbour.
When
Monday,
26 Jan 2026

Australia Day is on Sunday January 26. No matter how you wish to acknowledge this day, it offers an opportunity to pause and reflect, to honour the multifaceted history of our nation and to celebrate Australia's achievements and its people. For some, it is an extra day off to relax and unwind, connecting with family and friends.

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What's On

Darling Harbour Playground

Spend a day at the Darling Harbour Playground - the ultimate wonderland for every kid no matter what age!

Reflect. Respect. Celebrate.

Migration Stories

Discover some fascinating personal stories of convicts, migrants and refugees in this digital collection.

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The Great Street Art Trail

Pop on your walking shoes and see stunning public art in Darling Harbour, including The Canopy by Jacob Nash, Harbour Veins by Yukupin and Portrait of Jenny Munro in Darling Square. 

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Grab a bite

One of the best thing's about Australia is our multicultural food scene. Here are our top picks for a meal bursting with flavour. 
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Baia THE ITALIAN
Authentic Italian food prepared by an acclaimed chef at a charming Sydney waterfront restaurant.
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Braza Churrascaria
Braza Churrasco is a Brazilian restaurant specialising in Rodizio meat skewers.
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Pancakes on The Rocks - Darling Square
Pancakes are one of the most delicious all-time foods, no question. Taste Sydney’s best stacks and a full menu of breakfast, lunch & dinner classics at Pancakes on The Rocks.
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Doodee King
Doodee King brings the authentic, punchy flavours of Thai street noodles to Sydney with authentic charm.
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Hello Auntie
Visit this Auntie to find contemporary Vietnamese fusion food, Asian-inspired cocktails, delicious sakes and a secret after-dark menu.
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Holy Basil
Starting out from humble beginnings in a tiny shop at Canley Heights, Holy Basil began their journey of retelling a story on their cultural heritages through their cuisines that is uniquely Laos & Thai.
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Blackbird Cafe
Blackbird Cafe is fast becoming a Sydney icon thanks to its buzzing atmosphere, great food and wild DJ nights.
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MuMian
Discover Sydney’s best Cantonese restaurant, and one of Darling Harbour’s best-kept secrets - MuMian.
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Grab a scoop of happiness with Darling Harbour’s best gelato
The sweetest escape this Summer.
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Embrace First Nation's Culture

Deepen your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture this Australia Day, by learning about the Boora Boora Dirra Dreamtime story, or get to know the Gadigal Language through our online tools.