The Best Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend
Explore a huge three-day Christmas food and wine market, tuck into a festive-themed degustation and take a virtual time-hop back to ancient Egypt.
Weekends are precious — which is 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru
Travel back in time with this exhibit at the Australian Museum in Sydney.
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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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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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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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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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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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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 - Thu, 31 Oct 2024
The District Docklands, Docklands
This 'Star Wars'-worshipping showcase is making its Australian debut, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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CandyFest High Tea at Shangri-La Sydney
Multiple single dates
Shangri-La, Sydney, Sydney
Satisfy your sweet tooth at this lolly-filled high tea.
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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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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.