The Best Outdoor Events to Head to in Sydney This Summer

Fresh air, sunny skies and a jam-packed calendar of outside events await.
Ben Hansen
Published on January 09, 2023
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    DOOM JUICE Frosé Function

    Sun, 19 Feb, 2023

    The House of Music & Booze, St Peters

    DOOM JUICE will be pouring icy frosé for just $10 at The House of Music and Booze, with eats from Newtown's Rolling Penny.

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    South West Beer Fest 2023

    Sat, 25 Feb, 2023

    Ambarvale Hotel, Ambarvale

    This one-day beer festival is slinging brews from 12 different breweries in Sydney's southwest.

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    Domain Dance Party

    Sun, 26 Feb, 2023

    The Domain, Sydney

    Kelly Rowland headlines this mid-fest Sydney WorldPride party alongside a lineup of DJs curated by DJ Dan Slater.

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    Live and Proud: Sydney WorldPride Opening Concert

    Fri, 24 Feb, 2023

    The Domain, Sydney

    WorldPride is coming to the Southern Hemisphere for the first time — and who else but Kylie Minogue could open it?

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    Sourfest

    Sat, 18 Feb, 2023

    Public House Petersham, Petersham

    If you like your beers tart and fruity, the Petersham Public House is the place to be on Saturday, 18 February.

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    Mardi Gras Parade 2023

    Sat, 25 Feb, 2023

    Oxford Street and surrounding areas, Darlinghurst

    Australia's biggest LGBTQIA+ celebration returns to Oxford Street for a special WorldPride edition.

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    Vital Means: One-Day Mental Wellbeing Retreat

    Sat, 25 Feb, 2023

    Ourimbah State Forest, Ourimbah

    Check your stress at the door on this communal one-day retreat in the rainforests of the Central Coast.

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    In Good Taste Festival

    Fri, 10 Feb, 2023

    MacMahon Street, Hurstville

    This free night market is returning to Hurstville with more than 40 culinary stalls and a food-based art workshop.

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    Mopoke 24-Hour Cinema

    Sat, 4 Feb - Sun, 5 Feb 2023

    Macquarie Street, Sydney

    A free 24-hour outdoor cinema playing Studio Ghibli and Wes Anderson films is popping up on Macquarie Street — but just for one day and night.

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    Disney at The Grounds

    Fri, 27 Jan - Sun, 30 Apr 2023

    The Grounds of Alexandria, Alexandria

    Be The Grounds of Alexandria's guest to celebrate 100 years of Disney and its on-screen gems.

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    The Great Club Marrickville Block Party

    Sat, 28 Jan, 2023

    The Great Club, Marrickville

    The Great Club is hosting a Hottest 100 party with its mates Baba's Place, Pepito's and Grumpy Donuts.

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    Salón del Amor

    Sun, 29 Jan, 2023

    The Norfolk Hotel, Redfern

    This monthly party brings laidback DJ sets to Norfolk Hotel's sun-soaked beer garden.

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    Yabun Festival 2023

    Thu, 26 Jan, 2023

    Victoria Park, Camperdown

    This annual celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures returns in full to Victoria Park, with Tia Gostelow and Aodhan.

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    Hello Auntie x Philter Brewing Lunar New Year Pop-Up

    Sun, 29 Jan 2023 

    Philter Brewing, Marrickville

    Hello Auntie and Philter Brewing are coming together for a Lunar New Year feast featuring exciting street food creations from Chef Cuong and his mum.

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    KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix Sydney

    Sat, 18 Feb - Sun, 19 Feb 2023

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    The world's most exciting race on the water is coming to Sydney Harbour this February.

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    For The Love

    Sun, 26 Feb, 2023

    Thomas Dalton Park, Fairy Meadow

    A star-studded lineup of Australian and international artists is taking over Thomas Dalton Park — and there's an exclusive package that'll have you stay nearby, sip refreshing summer bevs and dance under sunset skies with a VIP experience on the day.

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    Greek Summer Festival

    Sun, 12 Feb, 2023

    Carss Bush Park, Carss Park

    This massive celebration of Greek culture will take over Carss Bush Park with loukoumades, souvlaki, a huge barbecue and a fireworks display synchronised to Greek music.

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    Warner Bros. 100 Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter

    Thu, 12 Jan - Sun, 29 Jan 2023

    Darling Quarter, Sydney

    Enjoy classic films and brand-new blockbusters under the stars at this free outdoor cinema.

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    Sunset Sessions at Cockatoo Island

    Sat, 21 Jan - Sat, 1 Apr 2023

    Cockatoo Island, Sydney

    Catch great live music and gorgeous views over the harbour every Saturday as the sun goes down.

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    Retrosplash!

    Sun, 22 Jan 2023 and Sat, 28 Jan 2023 

    Ashfield Aquatic Centre, Ashfield

    Retrosweat is taking its throwback 80s aerobics classes to the pool.

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    The Harbour

    Wed, 4 Jan - Fri, 3 Feb 2023

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    Enjoy fish and chips under the sails of the Sydney Opera House at this summer pop-up restaurant.

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    Cupid's Koi Garden

    Thu, 5 Jan - Sun, 29 Jan 2023

    Tumbalong Park, Sydney

    This multi-sensory family of inflatable characters will spark wonder and help you beat the heat.

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    Flickerfest International Short Film Festival Sydney 2023

    Fri, 20 Jan - Sun, 29 Jan 2023

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    Spend a balmy summer’s night watching a stellar lineup of short films right by Bondi Beach.

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    Vigil: Awaken

    Wed, 25 Jan, 2023

    Barangaroo Reserve, Barangaroo

    This annual Sydney Festival event provides a thoughtful way to collectively reflect on January 26.

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    Sydney Symphony Under the Stars 2023

    Sat, 21 Jan, 2023

    Parramatta Park, Parramatta

    Grab your picnic rug for a spectacular night of classical music in the park.

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    Sydney Festival 2023

    Thu, 5 Jan - Sun, 29 Jan 2023

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Sydney's major arts festival returns for 2023 with more than 700 performances across 50-plus venues.

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    Mopoke

    Sat, 4 Feb - Sun, 5 Feb 2023

    Macquarie Street, Sydney

    This free 24-hour arts and cultural festival is taking over Macquarie Street.

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    Summer at Bondi Pavilion

    Thu, 1 Dec 2022 - Tue, 28 Feb 2023

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    The Pav is celebrating its first summer since relaunch with a stellar line-up of events.

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    Chatswood Year of the Rabbit Festival

    Wed, 18 Jan - Sun, 12 Feb 2023

    Chatswood CBD, Chatswood

    Celebrate the year of good fortune with food stalls, fiery dancing dragons and inflatable bunny figurines floating across the streets of the lower north shore.

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    Cockle Bay Wharf Pedal Boats 2022–23

    Thu, 1 Dec 2022 - Thu, 26 Jan 2023

    Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney

    Cruise around Darling Harbour in an old-school pedal boat this summer.

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    Casa Aperol at Promenade Bondi Beach

    Wed, 14 Dec 2022 - Sun, 7 May 2023

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    Casa Aperol has popped up on the shores of Bondi Beach, bringing an Amalfi-inspired escape until the end of April.

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    Sunset Cinema North Sydney 2023

    Wed, 11 Jan - Sat, 1 Apr 2023

    North Sydney Oval, North Sydney

    Settle in for an al fresco screening of 'The Menu' or 'There's Something About Mary'.

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    Sunset Cinema St Ives 2022–23

    Fri, 9 Dec 2022 - Sat, 28 Jan 2023

    St Ives Showground, St Ives

    Cinema under the stars is returning to St Ives Showground with Christmas films, big-screen blockbusters and a three-day doggo fest.

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    The Huxleys at Oxford House

    Thu, 1 Dec 2022 - Thu, 16 Feb 2023

    Oxford House, Paddington

    Escape into the fantastical androgynous world of Will and Garrett Huxley.

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    EQ Dining Festival

    Thu, 1 Dec 2022 - Thu, 26 Jan 2023

    The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park

    This summer, Thursday night at the Entertainment Quarter is for street food, drinks to match, live music and play for all ages.

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    Westpac Openair Cinema 2023

    Sun, 8 Jan - Tue, 21 Feb 2023

    Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney

    Mrs Macquaries Point's stunning outdoor cinema is back for another summer, screening new, recent and classic flicks across 40 nights.

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    Pixar Putt Darling Harbour 2022–23

    Fri, 16 Dec 2022 - Sun, 5 Feb 2023

    Darling Harbour, Sydney

    A Pixar-themed mini golf course is popping up at the Pier St Underpass this summer.

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    Maho Magic Bar

    Fri, 6 Jan - Sun, 29 Jan 2023

    Tumbalong Park, Sydney

    This January, a neon-lit Shinjuku-inspired bar and a performance space is hitting Tumbalong Park as part of the 2023 Sydney Festival.

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    Moonlight Cinema Sydney 2022–23

    Thu, 24 Nov 2022 - Sun, 26 Mar 2023

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    Moonlight Cinema is back for another huge summer of cinema under the stars.

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    Laneway Festival 2023

    Sun, 5 Feb, 2023

    Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

    HAIM, Joji and Phoebe Bridgers headline Laneway's huge comeback lineup for 2023.

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    So Frenchy So Chic 2023

    Sat, 21 Jan, 2023

    Bicentennial Park Glebe

    Spend an afternoon in Bicentennial Park drinking champagne, eating cheese, listening to French music and frolicking on the lawn.

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    Inner West Night Market

    Fri, 2 Sep, 2022

    Fraser Park, Marrickville

    An easy-going market packed with food, drinks and produce in the heart of the inner west.

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