The Best Things to Do in Sydney This November

Here's your guide to filling this month in Sydney with all the best food, drink, films, live music, pop-ups and activations this wonderful city has to offer.
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Published on November 01, 2024
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    Enigma: Immersive Sound and Video Art

    Wed, 23 Oct 2024 - Tue, 28 Jan 2025

    Walsh Bay, Walsh Bay

    This avant-garde revue showcasing some of Australia's most innovative artists combines video installations, sound sculptures and more.

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    The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Sydney

    Sat, 5 Oct 2024 - Sun, 16 Feb 2025

    The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, Sydney

    Way better than rewatching all 236 episodes, again.

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    Cats & Dogs

    Fri, 1 Nov 2024 - Sun, 20 Jul 2025

    The Ian Potter Centre: NGV Australia, Melbourne

    Featuring 250-plus works, NGV Australia's adorable exhibition agrees that there's no such thing as too many pet pictures.

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    Laneway Cinema at The Rocks

    Wed, 6 Nov 2024 - Wed, 26 Mar 2025

    Atherden Street, The Rocks, The Rocks

    This free excuse to see movies under the stars themes its monthly lineups — including Christmas classics in December, of course.

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    Homegrown Christmas Decorations in The Rocks

    Thu, 21 Nov - Wed, 25 Dec 2024

    The Rocks

    Experience Christmas the Aussie way, featuring locally made decorations throughout The Rocks.

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    The Rocks Markets Christmas Edition

    Sat, 30 Nov - Sun, 1 Dec 2024

    The Rocks

    Find handcrafted gifts from local artisans and gourmet treats plus a festive vibe perfect for connecting with loved ones.

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    Enchanted Christmas Markets at Westfield Bondi

    Pick up a one-of-a-kind gift at this festive market.

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    A Darling Harbour Christmas

    Tue, 12 Nov 2024 - Fri, 31 Jan 2025

    Darling Harbour, Sydney

    Darling Harbour's epic lineup of free and festive activities will put even the most grinchy of mates in the holiday mood.

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    Woollahra Hotel Christmas Market

    Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

    Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra

    Celebrate the holiday season at this popular pop-up market that's sure to be a merry night to remember.

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    Double Bay Christmas Festival

    Sat, 30 Nov, 2024

    Steyne Park, Double Bay

    Bring the whole family along for 100-plus stalls, live music, carnival rides and fireworks by the water.

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    The Sydney Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Markets

    Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 24 Nov 2024

    Carriageworks, Eveleigh

    Stock up on Christmas gifts for all the foodies in your life at this massive seasonal market featuring stalls from more than 150 different local producers.

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    Siegfried & Roy: The Unauthorised Opera

    Wed, 8 Jan 2025 - Mon, 25 Nov 2024

    Wharf 1, Wharf Theatre, Sydney

    This comedic musical biopic about the infamous magical duo with a dangerous penchant for big cats is ready to cast a spell on Sydney Festival.

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    Heaps Gay 11th Birthday Party at White Bay Power Station

    Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

    White Bay Power Station, Rozelle

    Since its birth in 2013, Heaps Gay has created inclusive, safe, gloriously queer spaces for the LGBTQIA+ community. This year, the party is getting dialled up to 11.

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    Moonlight Cinema Sydney

    Fri, 22 Nov 2024 - Sun, 30 Mar 2025

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    Catch 'The Fall Guy', 'Gladiator II', 'The Substance' and a heap of Christmas movies under the stars in Centennial Park.

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    Polo in the City

    Sat, 9 Nov, 2024

    Centennial Park, Centennial Park

    This horseback sport with a storied history is entering the 21st century, bringing spectators closer to the action than ever before.

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    Julie Mehretu: 'A Transcore of the Radical Imaginatory' at MCA Australia

    Fri, 29 Nov 2024 - Sun, 27 Apr 2025

    MCA, Sydney

    The first exhibition dedicated to Julie Mehretu to be shown in the Southern Hemisphere is coming to the MCA in November.

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    Light Up the Cross

    Fri, 1 Nov - Sat, 30 Nov 2024

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Throughout November, Kings Cross is bringing back its glory days with a series of special deals, late-night events and novelty cocktails.

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    Paddo Night Out

    Thu, 21 Nov, 2024

    Paddington, Paddington

    This community-focused event will save your wallet with a bunch of generous deals, specials and free events while supporting local hospitality businesses at the same time.

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    Lane Cove Food and Wine by the River

    Sun, 3 Nov, 2024

    Burns Bay Reserve, Riverview

    Taste the very best the Mudgee wine region has to offer at this annual festival of gourmet treats and top drops.

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    The Story of Christmas Menu at NEL

    Tue, 12 Nov - Sun, 22 Dec 2024

    Nel Restaurant, Sydney

    Experience a meticulously crafted Christmas feast like no other, summing the flavours of the season with an Aussie twist.

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    Woodford Reserve Old Fashioned Week

    Fri, 1 Nov - Sat, 30 Nov 2024

    Bennelong, Sydney

    Snag a sip of a cocktail classic without spending a cent this November at these participating bars nationwide.

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    Brisbane Waters Oyster Festival

    Sun, 10 Nov, 2024

    Lions Park, Woy Woy

    Let's get shucking.

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    Lakes Festival

    Fri, 8 Nov - Sun, 17 Nov 2024

    Various Central Coast Locations

    An 11-day festival that's all about celebrating and protecting the waterways we hold dear.

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    Magritte

    Sat, 26 Oct 2024 - Sun, 9 Feb 2025

    Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney

    Thanks to the 2024–25 Sydney International Art Series, you can explore a huge exhibition dedicated to Belgian surrealist René Magritte at AGNSW.

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    Cambridge Christmas Markets

    Sat, 16 Nov - Sat, 21 Dec 2024

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    Get your wishlists ready, Santa's coming to town thanks to markets all over Sydney.

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    Obsession x Tom Thum by CUPRA

    Thu, 28 Nov, 2024

    CUPRA City Garage Sydney, Sydney

    A ticketed (but free) night of cocktails, canapés and beatboxing brilliance.

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    Suntory Bar Takeover

    Wed, 13 Nov - Sun, 17 Nov 2024

    Ito Restaurant, Surry Hills

    Check out this week-long takeover at Itō Japanese Restaurant in Surry Hills to grab yourself a signature Suntory highball.

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    Pier One X East 33 Oyster Deals

    Tue, 22 Oct 2024 - Fri, 31 Jan 2025

    Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay

    Pier One and East 33 are teaming up this summer to bring the Sydney Rock Oyster to Darling Harbour in fresh and exciting ways.

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    POOL by PIER Bar

    Fri, 1 Nov 2024 - Fri, 31 Jan 2025

    Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay

    Lounge on the waters of Walsh Harbour with a summer cocktail in hand with the PIER Bar pop-up pool pontoon. 

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    Sunset Cinema Bondi Beach

    Thu, 14 Nov - Sat, 21 Dec 2024

    Bondi Pavilion, Bondi Beach

    This outdoor picture palace is returning to Bondi Beach with 'The Pool', big-name recent releases and a stack of Christmas movies.

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    Bottomless Bubbles and Oysters at The Hook

    Sat, 26 Oct, 2024

    The Hook, Potts Point

    Cost of living crisis be damned, thanks to this generous new deal delivering all the bubbles you can drink plus a hearty helping of bargain bivalves prepared to your taste.

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    Eurovision on Tour

    Sun, 17 Nov, 2024

    The Enmore, Newtown

    Everyone's favourite Europop song contest is bringing its live concerts to Australia — and Sydney — for the first time ever.

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    Funlab's Halloween Takeover

    Tue, 1 Oct - Sun, 3 Nov 2024

    Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq Alexandria, Alexandria

    Frightful fun awaits if you dare the brave the spooky shenanigans taking over Funlab's collection of venues in Alexandria.

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    MCA Artbar: Romance

    Fri, 8 Nov, 2024

    MCA, Sydney

    The late-night takeover of the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia returns in November.

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    Inner West Creative Weekend

    Sat, 2 Nov - Sun, 3 Nov 2024

    Various locations across Sydney's inner west

    Things are getting creative over in the Inner West during the first weekend in November.

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    Ghost in The Rocks

    Thu, 31 Oct - Sun, 3 Nov 2024

    The Rocks

    One of Sydney's most haunted neighbourhoods will play host to four days of frightful Halloween fun.

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    Kitchen Table at Sailmaker

    Thu, 31 Oct 2024 - Thu, 30 Jan 2025

    Sailmaker Restaurant, Sydney

    Calling all seafood lovers — this is the chef's table you shouldn't miss.

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    British Film Festival

    Thu, 7 Nov - Sun, 8 Dec 2024

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    This year's showcase of UK cinema features Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield's new romance 'We Live in Time', not one but two Saoirse Ronan movies and Barry Keoghan's latest.

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    The Future & Other Fictions

    Thu, 28 Nov 2024 - Sun, 27 Apr 2025

    ACMI, Melbourne

    From 'Blade Runner 2049' to Björk, this world-premiere exhibition at ACMI explores and celebrates futuristic storytelling.

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    Spring and Summer Events Onboard The Jackson

    Thu, 3 Oct 2024 - Sat, 5 Apr 2025

    The Jackson Sydney, Sydney

    Nothing says Sydney summer like flowing glasses of sparkling and a chef-curated menu aboard a three-storey superyacht.

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    Jack Daniel's Triple Mash Medley Whiskey Tasting

    Wed, 13 Nov, 2024

    Dean & Nancy on 22, Sydney

    Experience a world-first immersive whiskey tasting at the opulent Dean & Nancy on 22.

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    Jewish International Film Festival

    Mon, 28 Oct - Thu, 5 Dec 2024

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    2024's JIFF is opening with Jesse Eisenberg's 'A Real Pain' — and there's plenty more highlights across its 41-film program from there.

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    Rosé Bay at The Boathouse Rose Bay

    Tue, 1 Oct - Sun, 10 Nov 2024

    The Boathouse Rose Bay, Rose Bay

    The iconic waterfront venue is transforming into a Whispering Angel Beach Club for spring.

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    Messina SnackBar

    Sun, 29 Sep, 2024

    Gelato Messina Marrickville (HQ), Marrickville

    This weekly pop-up is serving up gourmet gelato, natural wines and delicious savoury snacks every Sunday.

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    Haku Vodka Limited-Edition Omakase Menu and Specials at Toko

    Tue, 8 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov 2024

    Toko Restaurant, Sydney

    This sleek subterranean spot in the heart of the CBD is serving up a range of Haku Vodka-infused dishes for a limited time.

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    SIX the Musical

    Fri, 25 Oct - Sat, 28 Dec 2024

    Theatre Royal Sydney, Sydney

    This West End hit stars Henry VIII's six spectacular wives — and it's coming back to Sydney.

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    The Fans Strike Back: A Fan Exhibition

    Sat, 23 Nov 2024 - Mon, 31 Mar 2025

    The District Docklands, Docklands

    This 'Star Wars'-worshipping showcase is bringing one of the planet's largest private collections of replica memorabilia from the franchise to Melbourne.

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    Happy Hours at Teddy

    Mon, 16 Sep - Tue, 31 Dec 2024

    Teddy, Potts Point

    This retro-inspired come-as-you-are neighbour venue in Kings Cross is helping you dine out for less with its range of discounts and happy hours.

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    Cho Cho San's Friday Ramen Bar

    Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

    Cho Cho San, Potts Point

    You can enjoy one of the best bowls of ramen in town for a bargain price, but only on Friday lunchtimes until the end of November.

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    Friday Feasts at a'Mare

    Fri, 20 Sep, 2024

    a'Mare, Barangaroo

    Experience one of Sydney's best Italian menus with priceless harbourfront views and pay just half the usual price.

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    Roku Gin Spring Series

    Tue, 1 Oct - Sat, 30 Nov 2024

    Various Sydney venues, Sydney

    The Japanese craft gin is launching a series of cocktail offers across Sydney to celebrate its new Roku Gin Sakura Bloom Edition.

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    Garage Sale Trail

    Multiple single dates

    Various locations across Sydney

    Save your life's clutter from landfill or land yourself some bargains — more than 14,000 sales pop up each year.

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    Alchemy of a Rainforest

    Sun, 15 Sep 2024 - Sun, 30 Nov 2025

    The Calyx, Sydney

    Learn all about the little mysteries of nature's green biomes.

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    The Kid LAROI: 'The First Time' Tour

    Sat, 16 Nov, 2024

    CommBank Stadium, Parramatta

    Catch the Aussie 'Stay' and 'Without You' talent's latest tour with Migos frontman Quavo and Sydney's own ONEFOUR in support.

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    Spilt Milk House Party

    Sun, 24 Nov, 2024

    Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Broadmeadow

    Catch Troye Sivan, Glass Animals and G Flip when Spilt Milk's new House Party series hits Newcastle this spring.

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    Titanique

    Thu, 12 Sep - Sun, 3 Nov 2024

    The Grand Electric Sydney, Surry Hills

    Set sail with Céline at the Australian debut of this outrageously funny homage to James Cameron's cinematic masterpiece and Canada's greatest musical export.

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    Shell House Chef's Table Experience

    Thu, 5 Sep - Tue, 31 Dec 2024

    Shell House, Sydney

    Don't miss this rare opportunity to see the inner workings of a professional kitchen while dining on a menu curated by two top chefs.

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    Mark Manson: 'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck' Live

    Mon, 4 Nov, 2024

    Sydney Opera House, Sydney

    'The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck' author Mark Manson is coming to Sydney to give brutally honest advice.

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    Japanese Film Festival

    Wed, 9 Oct - Sun, 10 Nov 2024

    Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations

    This year's festival includes a gorgeous animation from a Studio Ghibli alum, chaotic karaoke antics and an ode to a samurai stuntman.

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    $35 Lunch Deal at Brasserie 1930

    Thu, 22 Aug, 2024

    Brasserie 1930, Sydney

    Where else can you enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the city's fanciest fine diners and still have change from $50?

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    Five @ 5 at Franca

    Wed, 14 Aug - Tue, 31 Dec 2024

    Franca, Potts Point

    To celebrate its five years of serving fine French fare, the upmarket brasserie is throwing one of the most generous happy hours in town.

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    Always Live

    Fri, 22 Nov - Sun, 8 Dec 2024

    Various venues across Victoria

    17 days of leading live music on stages all over Victoria.

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    Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder

    Sat, 17 Aug - Tue, 31 Dec 2024

    Big Top Sydney, Luna Park, Milsons Point

    Enter a world of colour and wonder inspired by one of the most popular toys of yesteryear at this new immersive experience at Luna Park.

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    Spring Cooking Series at Sydney Seafood School

    Sun, 1 Sep - Sat, 30 Nov 2024

    Sydney Seafood School, Pyrmont

    Advance your seafood skills with a visit to this leading cookery academy.

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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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    UNICEF Dusk to Dawn

    Sat, 23 Nov, 2024

    St Leonards Park, North Sydney

    Join Sydney's newest (and biggest) night walk to raise money for a great cause.

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    Accidentally Wes Anderson: The Exhibition

    Wed, 18 Sep - Sun, 3 Nov 2024

    360 Bourke Street, Melbourne, Melbourne

    Bringing the Instagram feed to the IRL realm, this symmetry-loving exhibition is making its Australian debut in Melbourne.

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    Horizon of Khufu: Journey in Ancient Egypt

    Thu, 5 Sep - Sun, 29 Dec 2024

    Fever Exhibition and Experience Centre Sydney, Sydney Olympic Park

    This Australian-premiere VR experience will get you wandering around ancient Egypt like it's 4500 years back.

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    Honk! Untitled Goose Exhibition

    Tue, 17 Sep 2024 - Sun, 16 Feb 2025

    ACMI, Melbourne

    Start honking: this free world-premiere 'Untitled Goose Game' celebration at ACMI showcases everyone's favourite horrible goose.

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    Immersive Dining at Bar Lulu

    Thu, 27 Jun - Sun, 29 Dec 2024

    Luna Lu, The Rocks

    At this harbourfront diner in Campbells Cove, you can experience a blend of gourmet Asian-fusion cuisine, magical projections and iconic views.

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    Bottomless Bao at TIVA

    Wed, 10 Apr, 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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    All-You-Can-Eat Charcoal Chicken

    Sat, 13 Apr - Sun, 29 Dec 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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    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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    China Diner Bottomless Bondi Brunch

    Sat, 6 Apr, 2024

    Bondi Beach, Sydney

    This weekly brunch deal is perfect for a Saturday celebration.

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    Nico Bottomless Lunches

    Sat, 6 Apr, 2024

    Nico, Cammeray

    Enjoy an Italian-filled feast with endless booze.

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    Beers and Bangers Laneway Party

    Sun, 2 Jun, 2024

    Grafton Lane, Chippendale

    The Kyiv Social crew is partnering with LP's Quality Meats and Young Henrys to host monthly, community-minded, laneway parties that give back.

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    LUZIA — Cirque du Soleil

    Sun, 24 Nov 2024 - Sun, 12 Jan 2025

    Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park

    This spectacular Mexican-inspired production is also Cirque du Soleil's first touring performance to feature rain in its acrobatic and artistic scenes.

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    Round the Twist The Musical — Queensland Theatre and Queensland Performing Arts Centre

    Tue, 12 Nov - Sun, 8 Dec 2024

    QPAC Playhouse, South Brisbane

    Have you ever, ever felt like seeing this Australian childhood favourite as a musical? In Brisbane, you can.

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    Hamilton

    Tue, 30 Jul 2024 - Sat, 25 Jan 2025

    Sydney Lyric Theatre, The Star, Sydney

    Sydney, don't miss your last chance to see the the epic global musical blockbuster on Australian shores.

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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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    Butter's Bottomless Bubbles and Fried Chicken Feast

    Thu, 4 Feb, 2021

    Butter, Surry Hills

    Enjoy endless pours of bubbles or alcoholic ice teas and a heap of fried chicken — all day, every day.

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    $2 Tacos

    Tue, 18 Dec, 2018

    El Camino Cantina The Rocks and Manly, Manly

    Sydney's Tex-Mex bars are slinging cheap tacos one night a week.

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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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    Wine Island

    Fri, 29 Nov - Sun, 1 Dec 2024

    Sydney Harbour National Park Gap Bluff, Watsons Bay

    Sydney's "Holiday on the Harbour" has a new landlubbing home for its annual celebration of top drops, delicious eats and good times in the summer sun.

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    Mov'In Bed Barangaroo Beach Cinema

    Fri, 29 Nov 2024 - Sun, 23 Mar 2025

    Barangaroo, Barangaroo

    Watch movies on mattresses on the sand and by the water at Barangaroo — 'Gladiator II', 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice', 'Joker: Folie à Deux' and 'Love Actually' are on the lineup.

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    EQ Market

    Sat, 22 Oct, 2022

    The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park

    Head to The Entertainment Quarter every Wednesday and Saturday to shop, eat and meet a variety of makers.

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