The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Tuck into an enchanting Disney-themed degustation at NEL, catch the final days of 'West Side Story' on Sydney Harbour or hit up Nico for an Italian feast with bottomless booze.
Weekends are precious — that's why we've curated a special selection of the best things to do in Sydney for this weekend. We want to make sure no one spends their precious days off doing something dull or unnecessarily expensive.
Luckily, Sydney's got plenty happening for those looking to have a damn good time — whether that includes discovering new bars, absorbing art or feasting your way through food markets. Here are our picks for what's on in Sydney this weekend.
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Challengers
Thursday, April 18 - Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
For 'Call Me By Your Name' director Luca Guadagnino, Zendaya, Josh O’Connor and Mike Faist star in a smash of a tennis- and love triangle-fuelled drama.
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Late Night with the Devil
Thursday, April 11 - Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Led by a hypnotic David Dastmalchian as a talk-show host, this found-footage standout set in the 70s is an Aussie horror delight.
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Inner West Film Fest
Thursday, April 11 - Sunday, April 21, 2024
Various locations across Sydney's inner west
Back for its second year — and bigger — this Sydney film festival features flicks starring Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Rachel Sennott and Jacob Elordi.
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Outdoor Movie Nights — 'Lilo & Stitch'
Friday, April 12, 2024, Saturday, April 13, 2024, Friday, April 19, 2024 and Saturday, April 20, 2024
Various locations around the Central Coast
One of Disney's all-time greats is touring the parks of the Central Coast with four outdoor screenings this April.
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Central Coast Creative Spaces — Grace Agnes Art
Monday, April 1 - Friday, June 28, 2024
The Village Green, Toukley
This Central Coast native artist is setting up in a gallery space for three months of workshops and events for all kinds of creativity.
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The First Omen
Thursday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
The 70s-started horror franchise gets one of its best films yet in this prequel, which boasts a wealth of unnerving imagery and a committed lead performance.
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Monkey Man
Thursday, April 4 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Both in front of the camera and behind it, Dev Patel is a force to be reckoned with in his frenetic and thrilling feature filmmaking debut.
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All-You-Can-Eat Charcoal Chicken
Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, December 29, 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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Beau Artist Series
Friday, April 12 - Sunday, October 13, 2024
Beau, Surry Hills
Art meets cuisine at this immersive artistic experience that brings creativity to the table.
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Don Julio Fiesta
Monday, April 1 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Woollahra Hotel, Woollahra
The Woollahra Hotel is transforming into a tequila-infused paradise.
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China Diner Bottomless Bondi Brunch
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Bondi Beach, Sydney
This weekly brunch deal is perfect for a Saturday celebration.
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Cherry Bomb at Goros
Wednesday, April 3 - Saturday, May 18, 2024
Goros, Surry Hills
Get ready for a six-week Sakura Festival celebration in Surry Hills.
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Nico Bottomless Lunches
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Nico, Cammeray
Enjoy an Italian-filled feast with endless booze.
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Once Upon a Time: Chapter Five
Tuesday, April 16 - Saturday, August 10, 2024
Nel Restaurant, Sydney
NEL's 11-course Disney-themed degustation is back for 2024, this time featuring dishes inspired by 'Frozen' and 'The Jungle Book'.
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Perfect Days
Thursday, March 28 - Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Various cinemas in Sydney
Following a Tokyo toilet cleaner's daily routine, this Oscar-nominated film from acclaimed German director Wim Wenders is as blissful as cinema gets.
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Sydney Kidz Fest 2024
Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
The Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park
Bring the whole family to The Entertainment Quarter for carnival rides, games, petting zoos and more this April.
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Endless Celebrations at House Made Hospitality
Monday, March 11 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Various House Made Hospitality venues, Sydney
You can make any meal bottomless at Grana, Lana, Martinez, Promenade and Easy Tiger until the end of April.
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Fantastic Film Festival Australia
Wednesday, April 17 - Friday, May 10, 2024
Ritz Cinema, Randwick
As well as a nude screening of 'The Naked Gun', this year's festival includes a Ryan Corr-starring monster movie and a 15th-anniversary session of 'Enter the Void'.
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Ten Thousand Suns: 24th Biennale of Sydney
Saturday, March 9 - Monday, June 10, 2024
Various locations across Sydney
More than 400-plus works are on display, created by 96 artists and collectives, at Sydney's biennial citywide art celebration.
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Green Square Markets
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Green Square Library, Zetland
Fresh produce, baked goods and artisan delights are coming to Green Square every Saturday.
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A Blueprint for Ruins
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 - Sunday, May 12, 2024
White Rabbit Gallery, Chippendale
White Rabbit Gallery's latest stunning exhibition explores forgotten humanity in hyper-modern cities.
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The Art of Banksy: Without Limits
Wednesday, January 24 - Friday, April 26, 2024
Sydney Town Hall, Sydney
A huge Banksy exhibition filled with 160-plus artworks is on display in Sydney.
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'Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™' Live in Concert
Wednesday, April 17 - Saturday, April 20, 2024
Concert Hall, Sydney Opera House, Sydney
Lumos! The third instalment of the beloved franchise is returning for another live concert with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
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Marvel Universe LIVE!
Friday, April 19 - Monday, April 22, 2024
Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Olympic Park
Marvel's live arena show featuring 20-plus heroes and villains is swinging into Sydney.
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Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs
Saturday, November 18, 2023 - Sunday, May 19, 2024
Australian Museum, Darlinghurst
Explore the life of one of Egypt's longest reigning rulers at this exhibition exclusive to the Australian Museum.
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Tidal Kin: Stories from the Pacific
Saturday, October 7, 2023 - Monday, October 7, 2024
Chau Chak Wing Museum, Camperdown
The new free exhibit showcases a largely overlooked period of history through a mix of visual markers and audio recordings.
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Sydney International Art Series: Louise Bourgeois
Saturday, November 25, 2023 - Sunday, April 28, 2024
Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney
Catch Louise Bourgeois' world-famous spider sculpture alongside more than 100 other pieces as part of the largest celebration of the artist to ever hit Australia.
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West Side Story — Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour
Friday, March 22 - Sunday, April 21, 2024
Mrs Macquarie's Point, Sydney
Opera Australia's take on this star-crossed love story is heading back to Sydney Harbour's stunning floating stage.