The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
This week, hit up an epic beer crawl in Sydney’s Inner West, head to Hey Chû for $10 happy hour eats, or catch Blondie and Alice Cooper live at Sydney Olympic Park.
On the hunt for the best things to do in Sydney this week, now that the bright and shiny weekend is behind you? Luckily, Sydney's a 'keep the ball rolling' kind of city and has heaps of events, exhibitions, theatre, film festivals and live music for you to inject a little awesomeness into your week.
Sure, use Monday for Netflix binges. Then get out there and sink your teeth into the city. We've got you covered with the best things to do in Sydney this week, no matter the weather, your budget or how many mates you're hanging out with (or if you're riding solo). So, read on and start planning your next few days right now.
Recommended reads:
What's On in Sydney This Weekend
The Best Films and TV Shows to Stream This Month
The Best Sydney Date Ideas For This Week
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ANZAC Day at The Fiddler
Thursday, April 25, 2024
The Fiddler Hotel, Rouse Hill
Whether you're keen for a lively two-up game or to party late into the night, this Rouse Hill pub has you covered.
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Challengers
Thursday, April 18 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
For 'Call Me By Your Name' director Luca Guadagnino, Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist star in a smash of a tennis- and love triangle-fuelled drama.
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Inner West Hop Harvest Fest
Wednesday, April 24 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
Various locations across Sydney's inner west
Look no further for an excuse to hop on a beer crawl as ten local breweries whip up limited-edition brews for this five-day festival.
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Happy Endings Hour at Hey Chú
Wednesday, April 24, 2024 - Thursday, January 1, 1970
Hey Chu, Sydney
Drop in for a pre-payday meal with dishes and cocktails under $10 at the late-night Southeast Asian joint.
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Late Night with the Devil
Thursday, April 11 - Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Led by a hypnotic David Dastmalchian as a talk-show host, this found-footage standout set in the 70s is an Aussie horror delight.
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Bottomless Bao at TIVA
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Tiva, Sydney
This underground lounge in Sydney's CBD is hosting a weekly night of bottomless bao and prawn crackers every Wednesday.
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Central Coast Creative Spaces — Grace Agnes Art
Monday, April 1 - Friday, June 28, 2024
The Village Green, Toukley
This Central Coast native artist is setting up in a gallery space for three months of workshops and events for all kinds of creativity.
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The First Omen
Thursday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
The 70s-started horror franchise gets one of its best films yet in this prequel, which boasts a wealth of unnerving imagery and a committed lead performance.
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Monkey Man
Thursday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Both in front of the camera and behind it, Dev Patel is a force to be reckoned with in his frenetic and thrilling feature filmmaking debut.
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All-You-Can-Eat Charcoal Chicken
Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, December 29, 2024
Henrietta Charcoal Chicken, Surry Hills
Featuring hot chicks, crispy chips, creamy toum, fattoush salad, Henrietta’s signature hummus, and pickles.
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Beau Artist Series
Friday, April 12 - Sunday, October 13, 2024
Beau, Surry Hills
Art meets cuisine at this immersive artistic experience that brings creativity to the table.
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Don Julio Fiesta
Monday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra
The Woollahra Hotel is transforming into a tequila-infused paradise.
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Now & Then x Grey Goose 80s Nights
Tuesday, April 2 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Now & Then, Sydney
Catch the series of 80s-themed nights every Tuesday in April.
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Cherry Bomb at Goros
Wednesday, April 3 - Saturday, May 18, 2024
Goros, Surry Hills
Get ready for a six-week Sakura Festival celebration in Surry Hills.
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Nico Bottomless Lunches
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Nico, Cammeray
Enjoy an Italian-filled feast with endless booze.
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Once Upon a Time: Chapter Five
Tuesday, April 16 - Saturday, August 10, 2024
Nel Restaurant, Sydney
NEL's 11-course Disney-themed degustation is back for 2024, this time featuring dishes inspired by 'Frozen' and 'The Jungle Book'.
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Perfect Days
Thursday, March 28 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Following a Tokyo toilet cleaner's daily routine, this Oscar-nominated film from acclaimed German director Wim Wenders is as blissful as cinema gets.
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Sydney Kidz Fest 2024
Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Bring the whole family to The Entertainment Quarter for carnival rides, games, petting zoos and more this April.
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Pandemonium Rocks
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park
This eclectic new music festival is hitting Sydney with Blondie and Alice Cooper headlining.
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Endless Celebrations at House Made Hospitality
Monday, March 11 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Various House Made Hospitality venues, Sydney
You can make any meal bottomless at Grana, Lana, Martinez, Promenade and Easy Tiger until the end of April.
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Fantastic Film Festival Australia
Wednesday, April 17 - Friday, May 10, 2024
Ritz Cinema, Randwick
As well as a nude screening of 'The Naked Gun', this year's festival includes a Ryan Corr-starring monster movie and a 15th-anniversary session of 'Enter the Void'.
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Ten Thousand Suns: 24th Biennale of Sydney
Saturday, March 9 - Monday, June 10, 2024
Various locations across Sydney
More than 400-plus works are on display, created by 96 artists and collectives, at Sydney's biennial citywide art celebration.
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Green Square Markets
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Green Square Library, Zetland
Fresh produce, baked goods and artisan delights are coming to Green Square every Saturday.
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Kubrick: A Complete Retrospective
Thursday, April 25, 2024, Thursday, May 2, 2024 and Thursday, May 9, 2024
Ritz Cinema, Randwick
This cinematic celebration of a movie master is screening all 13 of the filmmaker's features, starting with 'Fear and Desire' and ending with 'Eyes Wide Shut'.
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A Blueprint for Ruins
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 - Sunday, May 12, 2024
White Rabbit Gallery, Chippendale
White Rabbit Gallery's latest stunning exhibition explores forgotten humanity in hyper-modern cities.
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The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
Wednesday, January 24 - Friday, April 26, 2024
Sydney Town Hall, Sydney
A huge Banksy exhibition filled with 160-plus artworks is on display in Sydney.
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Sydney International Art Series: Louise Bourgeois
Saturday, November 25, 2023 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney
Catch Louise Bourgeois' world-famous spider sculpture alongside more than 100 other pieces as part of the largest celebration of the artist to ever hit Australia.
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Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs
Saturday, November 18, 2023 - Sunday, May 19, 2024
Australian Museum, Darlinghurst
Explore the life of one of Egypt's longest reigning rulers at this exhibition exclusive to the Australian Museum.
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Tidal Kin: Stories from the Pacific
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - Monday, October 7, 2024
Chau Chak Wing Museum, Camperdown
The new free exhibit showcases a largely overlooked period of history through a mix of visual markers and audio recordings.
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Stargazing Tour with an Astrophysicist
Friday, February 26, 2021
Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, Wentworth Falls
Explore the night sky at this astronomical tour in the Blue Mountains.