The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week

Discover the best things to do in Sydney this week, from rooftop gigs and pop-ups to art shows, foodie events and festivals happening all across the city.
Eliza Campbell
Published on February 03, 2025
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    Antenna Documentary Film Festival 2026

    Thu, 5 Feb - Sun, 15 Feb 2026

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    From Australian premieres to Werner Herzog treks into the wilderness, this long-running documentary film festival is set to screen over 50 non-fiction flicks.

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    PADDO(collective)'s Live Music & Art Week

    Wed, 28 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb 2026

    Paddington, Paddington

    From scandal-filled walking tours and gallery openings to acoustic sets and late-night disco parties, there’s something for everyone in the cultural hotspot of Paddington.

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    Sunset Variations at Sydney Observatory

    Fri, 30 Jan, 2026

    Sydney Observatory, Millers Point

    Spend the last Fridays of summer enjoying an intimate golden hour gig at Sydney's highest natural point.

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    Love Lanes Festival

    Sat, 7 Feb, 2026

    Wyong Town Centre, Wyong

    The local festival will celebrate love and enchantment in all its forms on Saturday, February 7.

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    Native Australia Menu at NEL Restaurant

    Wed, 14 Jan - Sat, 25 Apr 2026

    Nel Restaurant, Sydney

    Discover what makes Australia's native pantry so special, with a 12-course degustation crafted by one of our most creative chefs.

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    Summer Sando Sets at Motto Motto

    Tue, 6 Jan - Sat, 28 Feb 2026

    Various venues across Australia

    This much-loved Japanese chain is serving up five jam-packed sandos ready to satisfy your hunger this tennis season.

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    Candlelight®: The Lord of the Rings

    Journey back to Middle-earth via a string quartet when this candlelight concert tours Australia in early 2026.

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    Ron Mueck: Encounter

    Sat, 6 Dec 2025 - Sun, 12 Apr 2026

    Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney

    AGNSW’s larger-than-life summer blockbuster is the biggest exhibition of acclaimed sculptor Ron Mueck's work ever staged in Australia.

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    Kevin McCloud and Tim Ross: Live in Interesting Places Tour

    Multiple single dates

    Various venues across Australia

    Hear big ideas from two self-described architecture nerds, as this five-city tour delves into the world of design from multiple grand locations.

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    Mov'In Bed Barangaroo Beach Cinema

    Fri, 28 Nov 2025 - Thu, 30 Apr 2026

    Barangaroo, Barangaroo

    Catch up on classics and 2025's biggest movies on mattresses on the sand at Barangaroo.

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    Dangerously Modern: Australian Women Artists in Europe 1890–1940

    Sat, 11 Oct 2025 - Sun, 15 Feb 2026

    Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney

    AGNSW’s summer exhibition traces the bold journeys of 50 Australian women who reshaped the nation’s artistic landscape.

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    Primavera 2025: Young Australian Artists

    Fri, 5 Sep 2025 - Sun, 8 Mar 2026

    Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, The Rocks

    Five emerging Australian artists explore labour, production and the digital age at the MCA's annual survey of creatives aged 35 and under.

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    Sydney Symphony Orchestra Presents 2026

    Sat, 7 Feb 2026 and Thu, 12 Mar 2026 

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Catch pop culture soundtracks like you've never heard them before, as this renowned orchestra returns with a brand-new season of imaginative and unexpected performances.

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    Bombie's 'Nothing Set' Dinner Club

    Thu, 7 Aug, 2025

    Harbord Beach Hotel, Freshwater

    Sit back, enjoy the salty sea breeze and leave it up to the chefs at Bombie's to pair your dinner with Doom Juice's wild wines.

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    GATSBY at The Green Light

    Sat, 13 Dec 2025 - Sun, 15 Mar 2026

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    This 'The Great Gatsby'-inspired cabaret and pop-up club is returning to Sydney Opera House for a second season.

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    A Conversation with the Sun (Afterimage): Apichatpong Weerasethakul

    Sun, 14 Sep 2025 - Sun, 15 Feb 2026

    MCA, Sydney

    Palme d'Or-Winning filmmaker Apichatpong Weerasethakul has created a new cinematic installation for the MCA.

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    Westwood | Kawakubo

    Sun, 7 Dec 2025 - Sun, 19 Apr 2026

    NGV International, Melbourne

    This spectacular dashion exhibition celebrates Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo — and it's making its world premiere in Melbourne.

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    Archie Moore: kith and kin

    Sat, 27 Sep 2025 - Sun, 18 Oct 2026

    GOMA, South Brisbane

    This artwork won the 2024 Venice Biennale's Golden Lion — and Australians can see it at home in Brisbane.

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    Malibu Barbie Cafe

    Fri, 27 Jun 2025 - Sat, 28 Feb 2026

    The Social Quarter, Malvern East

    Tuck into an ice cream float served in a Barbie convertible at this two-storey hangout — or grab a cocktail from the Ken-themed bar.

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    Game Worlds

    Thu, 18 Sep 2025 - Sun, 8 Feb 2026

    ACMI, Melbourne

    From 'The Sims' to 'World of Warcraft', you can play your way through this gaming exhibition at ACMI.

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    The Griffin Theatre Company 2025 Season

    Fri, 14 Feb 2025 - Sun, 15 Nov 2026

    All around Sydney, Sydney

    We’ve officially called it, 2025 is the year of going to the theatre, non-drama kids included.

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    Westpac OpenAir 2026

    Fri, 9 Jan - Tue, 24 Feb 2026

    Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

    Sydney's most beautiful outdoor cinema is returning for 2026 with a standout program and food from top Sydney chefs.

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    Maroubra Beach Markets

    Multiple single dates

    Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra

    Head down to Maroubra Beach on the first Saturday of every month to peruse the beach markets.

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    Leave It to Luigi Bottomless Lunch at 170 Grammi

    Fri, 9 Aug, 2024

    170 Grammi, Surry Hills

    You can get your fill of Roman cuisine every Friday lunchtime, including unlimited carbonara pizza and delectable maritozzi doughnuts.

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    Marrickville Organic Food and Farmers Market

    Sun, 4 Aug, 2024

    Addison Road Community Centre, Marrickville

    This popular market has it all, from organic produce and yummy street eats to vintage fashions and pre-loved homewares.

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    Carriageworks Farmers Market

    Sat, 3 Aug, 2024

    Carriageworks, Eveleigh

    This weekly event is a Sydney institution showcasing the freshest seasonal produce from growers and producers from across NSW.

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    Stargazing Tour with an Astrophysicist

    Fri, 26 Feb, 2021

    Wentworth Falls Picnic Area, Wentworth Falls

    Explore the night sky at this astronomical tour in the Blue Mountains.

 

 

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