28 Jul 2025

What's on in August

From theatre to music, cosy feasting to dance battles: there's so much to do this August in Darling Harbour.
Get ready for an unforgettable August at Darling Harbour, where there's excitement for everyone. See Sydney's best dancers battle it out at Beat Breakdown, embrace the last month of winter in your own cosy private igloo, and get ready to laugh out loud with a wholesome lineup of comedy. 

Feast in your own private igloo

Get ready... Frost & Feast is landing at Darling Quarter this August! These private wintry havens are available for groups between 4 – 8, where you can indulge in a specially crafted 3-course feast, or a special weekend high-tea

Watch Sydney's best dancers at Beat Breakdown

Sydney's most energetic dance battle is back this August. Witness incredible hip-hop, locking, voguing and more. Experience a different style of dance every Thursday night, a vibrant atmosphere with renowned DJs, MCs, and hosts.

Laugh out loud with Celeste Barber

Get ready to laugh out loud with Celeste Barber's hilarious live show, offering a night of entertainment for comedy lovers. With sellout shows across the globe, you'll want to grab your tickets quick, before they go. 

See a visceral and immersive adaptation of Macbeth

Don't miss this unforgettable 90-minute production of Macbeth—a bold, fast-paced adaptation showing at the new Darling Quarter Theatre. Told through five key characters—Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Banquo, Macduff, and The Witches—this powerful retelling explores the human spirit, the pull of darkness, and the redemptive power of love.

Warm up with One Dining's lunch deal

Embrace the cozy season with a delicious and cultural experience at the Chinese Garden of Friendship. Check out One Dining's $25 winter lunch deal, offering a comforting meal and complimentary entry to the Garden.

Learn something new at the Australian National Maritime Museum

This month there are 3 new exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum, allowing you to dig deeper into war topics like the atomic bomb that was detonated over Hiroshima, the powerful world of WWII propaganda posters and what happened when Japanese art met western steamships. 

Catch a gig at the ICC

From internationally-acclaimed rapper Jay Park to one of the most versatile and accomplished divas in the Mandarin music scene LaLa HSU, the ICC will host an exciting array of musicians, comedians and speakers this month.
Looking for more?
The fun doesn't stop here! There is so much more happening this month in Darling Harbour - and plenty of time to check it all out!
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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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Mondays at 7am
The Run Club
Chase your running goals while exploring Darling Harbour, totally free!
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Tuesdays at 12pm
Movement & Meditation Classes
Relieve stress, shift energy and find focus during your lunch break.
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