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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On the hunt for the best things to do in Sydney this week? You've come to the right place. Every week, we round up the most exciting events, pop-ups, gigs, exhibitions and foodie happenings taking over the city — so you can skip the scroll and head straight for the good stuff.

Sydney's never short on things to do. One night you're catching a gig by the harbour or checking out an art opening; the next, you're sipping cocktails on a rooftop, finding a secret cinema, or discovering your new favourite restaurant. Whether you're after free activities, a midweek date idea or a reason to stay out late, there's something here for every kind of Sydney explorer.

This guide is updated weekly with the latest and greatest events around town — across food, culture, music, nightlife and more. So rally your crew (or fly solo), lock in a few plans, and make the most of what Sydney's got going on right now.

Need even more inspiration? Browse our Sydney event guides for future planning.

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POOL by Pier One and Business & Pleasure Co

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Pier One Sydney Harbour, Walsh Bay

Live it up by Sydney Harbour, as this pop-up pontoon and swimming pool evokes the sun-drenched beach clubs of Europe.

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Enlighten Festival 2026

Fri, 27 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar 2026
Canberra, Canberra

From Friday, February 27 until Monday, March 9, see the nation's capital light up for Enlighten Festival.

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Colour Culture Connection at South Eveleigh

Mon, 16 Feb - Fri, 6 Mar 2026
South Eveleigh Precinct, Eveleigh

This three-week-long festival celebrates Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras and Holi Hai through community programs and interactive experiences.

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Europa! Europa Film Festival 2026

Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar 2026
Various locations, Sydney

Catch 43 pictures from 22 European countries, as the continent's most captivating flicks hit big screens across Australia and New Zealand.

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Hotel Canobolas at Orange FOOD Week 2026

Fri, 20 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar 2026
Hotel Canobolas, Orange

Taking a leading role at Australia's longest-running regional food festival, this historic venue is showcasing the best of local ingredients through eight standout events.

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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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Alliance Française French Film Festival 2026

Tue, 3 Mar - Sun, 26 Apr 2026
Various cinemas across Australia

Angelina Jolie's latest performance, a dystopian AI-ruled Paris and a noir story set in 1930's Algeria lead the AFFFF 2026 program.

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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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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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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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AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™

Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 21 Mar 2026
Various Sydney venues, Sydney

For the first time in two decades, Australasia's biggest celebration of women's football returns to Australia.

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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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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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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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