The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Week
This week, get your future told at Paddo Inn, fill up on bottomless dumplings in Manly and head to music trivia with the crew.
On the hunt for the best things to do in Sydney this week? 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 the beginning of the week 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 or so right now.
Recommended reads:
What's On in Sydney This Weekend
The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Month
The Best Restaurants in Sydney
The Best Bars in Sydney
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Harbour Bistro Euro Specials at Pier One Sydney Harbour
Tue, 1 Jul - Tue, 16 Sep 2025
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay
Relish European-inspired dining without leaving Sydney, as this waterfront hotel serves weekly specials and French classics until mid-September.
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Disco Yum Cha at North Bondi Fish
Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 3 Aug 2025
North Bondi Fish, North Bondi
Matcha cocktails, dim sum and disco DJs are coming to Bondi this winter.
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Ice Skating at Darling Harbour
Sat, 28 Jun - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
Palm Grove, Sydney
The romantic winter date night you've been dreaming of.
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Christmas in July at The Nag's Head Hotel
Sat, 5 Jul, 2025
Nag's Head Hotel, Glebe, Glebe
Live out your fantasy of a cold Christmas with roasts, Yorkshire puddings and mulled wine in a cosy pub.
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Margarita Month at Salty's Bondi
Tue, 1 Jul - Thu, 31 Jul 2025
Salty's Bondi, Bondi Beach
Create your own summer in July, as this surf bar keeps the sunshine going with cheap cocktails and massive giveaways for the whole month.
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Nouvelle Vague
Wed, 9 Jul - Sun, 7 Sep 2025
AGNSW, Sydney
For two months, AGNSW is taking movie lovers back to the 50s and 60s, celebrating the influential gems of the French New Wave.
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Enomatic Tasting Series at P&V Paddington
Fri, 27 Jun - Sun, 3 Aug 2025
P&V Paddington Wine + Liquor Merchants, Paddington
Slide into this bottleshop-meets-bar over the next month to sip rare and cult wines from around the globe without paying for a full bottle.
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Limited-Time Truffle Menu at Bar Infinita
Tue, 10 Jun - Mon, 18 Aug 2025
Bar Infinita, Gordon
Enjoy limited-time spins on Bar Infinita's house favourites with truffle aplenty.
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Tarot & Tannins at the Paddo Inn
Mon, 14 Jul, 2025
Paddo Inn, Paddington
Transcend your typical Monday night as tarot card readings, fine wine and Italian bites shape this ethereal experience.
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Sydney Firepit Cinema
Fri, 11 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
Cadmans Cottage, The Rocks
This new movie-watching pop-up is celebrating Christmas in July with festive films and toasted marshmallows — and marking Bastille day with French flicks and mulled wine.
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'Star Wars' Galactic Cafe
Sat, 7 Jun 2025 - Mon, 26 Jan 2026
Melbourne Museum, Carlton
The force is strong with Australia's first-ever 'Star Wars' cafe, which is serving up blue milk at Melbourne Museum.
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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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SkyCube Experience at Above 319
Fri, 13 Jun, 2025
Above 319, Sydney
Host a private igloo party above the CBD this cold season, complete with cosy furnishings, stacked grazing boards and winter-themed cocktails.
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Lounge Lunch at Tanuki
Sat, 14 Jun - Wed, 31 Dec 2025
Tanuki Restaurant Sydney, Double Bay
Inspire your weekend with Japanese share plates, fresh sashimi and inventive desserts, paired with two hours of free-flowing cocktails and wine.
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'Cerith Wyn Evans .... in light of the visible' at MCA Australia
Tue, 10 Jun - Sun, 19 Oct 2025
MCA, Sydney
This large-scale exhibition of light, sound and sculpture at MCA Australia is one of the most talked-about art events this season.
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Sunday Roast at the Woollahra Hotel
Sun, 8 Jun, 2025
Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra
Warm up your weekend with slow-roasted pork belly, braised red cabbage, glazed carrots and crispy roast potatoes.
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Sunday Roast at the Red Lion Hotel
Fri, 6 Jun - Sat, 30 Aug 2025
The Red Lion Hotel, Rozelle
End your weekend with a winter-friendly feast that won't blow your budget.
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Sunday Roast at NEL
Sun, 1 Jun - Sun, 27 Jul 2025
Nel Restaurant, Sydney
Experience the mighty roast in a whole new way — as a ten-course degustation.
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Social Saturdays at JOJI
Sat, 14 Jun - Sat, 27 Dec 2025
Joji Sydney, Sydney
Saturdays just got a stylish upgrade thanks to JOJI's weekly bottomless lunch series, complete with three-course menu and live music all afternoon.
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Keys Gone Wild at Bungalow 8
Fri, 30 May, 2025
Bungalow 8, Sydney
Relish unfiltered chaos at this weekly Friday-night session, which is filled with piano-powered sing-alongs and non-stop song requests.
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Monster Jump Sydney 2025
Sat, 5 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Who doesn't love jumping on a colossal inflatable obstacle course?
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Taco Sunday Roast at Casa Esquina
Sun, 1 Jun, 2025
Casa Esquina, Balmain
This is a flame-roasted take on the tradition, served in a warm tortilla with fries and salad.
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Miji Bar & Grill Hotpot Set Menu
Fri, 23 May - Thu, 31 Jul 2025
Miji Bar & Grill, North Sydney
Warm up this winter with a brand-new set menu that brings a taste of Tokyo's laneways to North Sydney.
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Bottomless Dumplings at Little Pearl
Wed, 21 May, 2025
Little Pearl, Manly
Find out how many dumplings you can handle in 90 minutes while overlooking Manly Beach.
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The Big Yorkie at Forrester's
Tue, 20 May - Sun, 31 Aug 2025
Forrester's, Surry Hills
This is exactly what the name suggests: a giant Yorkshire pudding filled with roasted delights.
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Seaside Sunday Roast at Watson's Bay Boutique Hotel
Sun, 25 May, 2025
Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel, Watsons Bay
Swap $35 for a plate loaded with traditional delights, backdropped by harbour views.
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Sunday Roast at Bistro Moncur
Sun, 25 May, 2025
Bistro Moncur, Woollahra
First cab off the rank is Dewsbury pork belly, surrounded by a Yorkshire pudding and duck fat potatoes.
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Butter Ramen Club
Wed, 14 May - Tue, 30 Sep 2025
Butter, Surry Hills
Now in its ninth year, Butter's annual ramen club is turning up the heat in a serious way for 2025.
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Archibald High Tea
Sat, 10 May - Sun, 17 Aug 2025
Sofitel Sydney Wentworth, Sydney
Inspired by the artistry of Australia's most-prestigious portrait prize, this weekends-only high tea brings elegant savoury and sweet bites to the table with a hearty dose of creative flair.
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Bondi Festival
Fri, 4 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
Various Bondi venues, Bondi
Over 17 jam-packed July days, Bondi Festival is heating up the beachside suburb with live music, food markets, vibrant artworks and plenty more.
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Christmas in July Festival
Fri, 11 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
The Rocks
Christmas in July is returning to The Rocks this winter, bringing snowflakes, raclette, mulled wine and plenty of European festive vibes.
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Music Trivia at Baptist Street Rec Club
Tue, 13 May, 2025
Baptist Street Rec. Club, Redfern
Test your knowledge on everyone from Beethoven to Barney while feasting on $15 pad thai.
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Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Thu, 15 May - Sun, 19 Oct 2025
Australian Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour
The Australian National Maritime Museum is displaying the 60th edition of this prestigious photography contest, with 100 finalists selected from 59,228 entries.
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$18 Classic Cocktails at Stitch, Kasippu and Pocket Bar
Tue, 6 May - Wed, 31 Dec 2025
Various Sydney venues, Sydney
30 traditional concoctions are on the list — from the Hemingway daiquiri and the mint julep to the bees knees and the pina colada.
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Bastille Festival
Thu, 17 Jul - Sun, 20 Jul 2025
Circular Quay, Sydney
Warm up this winter — this four-day soirée is taking over Circular Quay and The Rocks with French food, wine and entertainment.
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The Book of Mormon
Tue, 15 Jul - Sun, 30 Nov 2025
Capitol Theatre Sydney, Haymarket
This Tony-winning smash-hit musical from Trey Parker and Matt Stone is returning to Australia for 2025.
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'Toy Story' in Concert
Wed, 16 Jul - Sat, 19 Jul 2025
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Relive Pixar's original film and its beloved soundtrack performed live in concert by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
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The Play That Goes Wrong
Thu, 19 Jun - Sun, 3 Aug 2025
Sydney Opera House, Sydney
This comedic production about a chaotic play focuses on The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society's efforts to stage a murder-mystery.
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French Impressionism
Fri, 6 Jun - Sun, 5 Oct 2025
NGV International, Melbourne
After its 2021 season was cut short due to the pandemic, this stunning exhibition is returning to NGV International with 100-plus iconic paintings.
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First Nations Film Festival — NAIDOC Week
Sun, 6 Jul - Wed, 6 Aug 2025
Online
Warwick Thornton's 'We Don't Need a Map' is one of the highlights of this Indigenous Australian collection from FanForce TV's online fest.
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Scandinavian Film Festival
Tue, 15 Jul - Sun, 10 Aug 2025
Select cinemas in Sydney, Various locations
Straight-from-Cannes must-sees, Norwegian spy dramas, Icelandic black comedies: 2025's Scandinavian Film Festival has them all.
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First Nations Film Festival — National Reconciliation Week
Tue, 27 May - Wed, 6 Aug 2025
Online
FanForce TV is celebrating National Reconciliation Week by showcasing Indigenous Australian cinema, including horror film 'The Moogai' and AFLW-focused documentary 'Like My Brother'.
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Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes
Sat, 10 May - Sun, 17 Aug 2025
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney
Julie Fragar's portrait of fellow Brisbane artist Justene Williams took out 2025's Archibald Prize — and it's on display at the Art Gallery of NSW with its fellow contenders.
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Half-Price Curries at Island Radio
Mon, 21 Apr, 2025
Island Radio, Redfern
Feast on wagyu rendang with toasted coconut, yellow rock flathead curry with crispy shallot, or pork and prawn wonton laksa at a wallet-friendly price.
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All-Day Happy Hour at Island Radio
Sun, 20 Apr, 2025
Island Radio, Redfern
Sip on Reccy lager and glasses of house-made wine for just $7 — or $10 cocktails — all day long.
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Bottomless Lunch at 20 Chapel
Sat, 5 Apr, 2025
20 Chapel, Marrickville
Every Saturday from midday, you can book in for endless prosecco, wine and beer while working your way through an irresistible set menu.
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Free Classes at CorePlus Darlinghurst
Sat, 5 Apr - Thu, 31 Jul 2025
CorePlus Darlinghurst - Pilates Yoga Reformer, Darlinghurst
Get your sweat on with a free first class at Sydney's newest Pilates studio.
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Bottomless Bao at Easy Tiger
Wed, 26 Mar, 2025
Easy Tiger Bondi Beach, Bondi Beach
How many bao can you eat in one sitting? For just $25, you'll get as many as you can handle in 90 minutes.
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Jazz Sessions at The Rocks
Thu, 3 Apr, 2025
The Rocks Square, The Rocks
Get down to The Rocks Square on Thursday nights to catch some of Sydney's best jazz musicians while sipping on gin-infused cocktails.
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RAFI Records Bottomless Saturday Sessions
Sat, 8 Mar, 2025
RAFI North Sydney, North Sydney
Get ready to groove with bottomless beats, free-flowing drinks and delicious food in North Sydney.
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Waterfall High Tea and Edible Garden at Eternity Cafe
Get down for a bubbly catchup with your besties, featuring a secret indoor waterfall, a jam-packed high tea and an edible garden.
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The Interlude at Pelicano
Wed, 12 Feb, 2025
Pelicano Potts Point, Potts Point
Take a load off midweek with unlimited pizza slices, cocktails and old-school tunes at this weekly Potts Point event.
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Boogie Brunch at Little Pearl
Sat, 1 Feb, 2025
Little Pearl, Manly
Live soul and R&B tunes pump up this bottomless beachfront session in Manly every Saturday.
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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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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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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.