Featuring exceptional pianists from all over the world, the Sydney International Piano Competition is one of the major international events of its...
Sydney Events
The stunning harbour city of Sydney sparkles with exciting events held all year round. From the world-famous New Year’s Eve celebrations to iconic theatre acts, Vivid Sydney’s festival of light, exciting sports tournaments, and everything else, Sydney’s event calendar has something to offer everyone.
When you combine all these events and factor in Sydney’s incredible weather and beautiful beaches with a dash of cosmopolitan culture, you have the perfect recipe for a magical experience.
Upcoming 2025/2026 Sydney Music Festivals & Sporting Events Calendar
It’s no secret that Sydneysiders love the outdoors, especially when there is wine and food in the picture. The Hunter Valley Wine and Food Festival is a well-loved annual event that only grows each year, showcasing the diverse food and wine culture of this part of Australia. Indulge in the best regional produce, downed with premium local wines at the Taste of Sydney festival. At the same time, the Bastille Festival adds a deliciously rich culinary experience that only the French can provide. So make sure to bring along an appetite and come thirsty.
Sydney is a hot spot for creatives from around the world, which is celebrated in the numerous art and film events held throughout the year. Scare yourself silly at A Night of Horror International Film Festival, be amazed at fascinating flicks at the Sydney Film Festival, or watch a classic film at one of the open-air cinemas. Sydney is known for being home to some of the best film experiences in the world.
Like the rest of Australia, Sydney has its fair share of diverse festivals, too. Each of them is unique and special in its own way; these festivals are worth travelling for. Thousands fly across the globe to attend the legendary Mardi Gras festivities, but don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes for the St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival.
Adrenaline, you say? There’s lots of that here, too: The Australian Open of Surfing is undoubtedly the ultimate sports festival. Surfing is the main star, while BMX comps and skating are the supporting cast. The Sydney Harbour Regatta is a breathtaking display of over 200 keelboats competing in the sparkling seas of the Sydney Harbour.
Check out what’s happening this weekend, or spontaneously join in a festival or event! Check out the calendar, as Sydney’s events are always changing.
The Sydney International Art Series showcases ground-breaking past and present artworks from all over the world each summer. The event, an initiative of the New South Wales Government, takes place over several months at...
The Greek Festival of Sydney is an annual event held around Sydney from February to June. It’s a massive celebration of Greek culture organised by the Greek Orthodox Community of New South Wales. Greek Festival of...
The St. Patrick’s Day Festival is a cultural festival held in March 2026 that celebrates Saint Patrick, the patron Saint of Ireland. In Sydney, St. Patrick’s Day is often celebrated by friends in a pub and...
Sydney Autumn Racing
Rosehill Gardens & Royal Randwick, Randwick, NSW15 March 2025 to 19 April 2025
The Sydney Autumn Racing Carnival is a fabulous racing event on the NSW racing calendar, along with the Golden Slipper Carnival and The Championships. With over $40 million in prize money each year, the Sydney Autumn...
Operation Art is an annual exhibition by New South Wales school children ranging in age from kindergarten to Year 10. The exhibition will be held at the Fairfield City Museum and Gallery annually from May to July...
The Rosehill Gardens Racecourse is a premium horse racing venue in the Western suburbs of Sydney. It is best known for hosting the Golden Slipper thoroughbred horse race, one of the most popular destinations for race...
Orange F.O.O.D Week, also known as Food of Orange District, is a food festival held in the beautiful township of Orange each year. As one of Australia’s top food festivals, Orange F.O.O.D Week has been running...
Sail Port Stephens is a popular sporting event held in April-May each year. Participants from all over Australia compete to win. Held at the renowned d’Albora Marinas, this event is among the region’s most...
First held in 2013, the annual Newcastle Writers Festival has grown bigger yearly. It now draws writers of all ages from far and wide to participate in various writing-themed activities and events. The Festival provides...
Australians celebrate The Championships, a popular horse racing event at Royal Randwick racecourse annually. Twelve races are held each year on the first and second Saturday of April, with over $25 million in prize...
The Multicultural Eid Festival and Fair in Sydney takes place on the Sunday after Eid-Ul-Fitr, the most important annual event in the Muslim calendar marking the end of Ramadan. It is attended by thousands of Sydney...
Over the Easter school holidays, the Sydney Royal Easter Show is celebrated over 12 incredible days and includes everything from exciting rides and family entertainment to arts, crafts and barnyard animals. The Royal...
Over the Easter school holidays, the Sydney Family Show is celebrated over ten wonderful days. It includes everything from exciting rides and family entertainment to arts, crafts and barnyard animals. The Sydney Family...
Annual Sydney International Bachata Festival
West HQ, Rooty Hill, NSW18 April 2025 to 20 April 2025
The Annual Sydney International Bachata Festival is Australia’s largest Bachata dance festival and concert and the first festival dedicated to this dance. Local and international dancers perform world-class shows...
The Australian Heritage Festival is the biggest and longest-running event honouring Australia’s indigenous, natural, multicultural, and historical heritage. The first event was held in 1980, and today, it’s...
Good Friday kicks off the Australian Easter celebrations and will next be observed on Friday, April 18th, 2025. Good Friday is a public holiday. Almost all shops and stores close, and people spend the day at home with...
The Chand Raat Eid Festival is one of the biggest multicultural celebrations in Australia. It follows the Islamic calendar, marking the culmination of Ramadan and the eve of Eid-Al-Fitr. The term ‘Chand...
Easter Saturday is part of the Easter celebrations and will be observed on Saturday, April 19th, 2025. Easter Saturday follows Good Friday and is a Christian festival that, according to tradition, celebrates the...
Easter Sunday is part of the Easter celebrations and will be observed on Sunday, April 20th, 2025. Easter Sunday is the biggest day of this four-holiday weekend. It is a public holiday on which families and friends...
Easter Monday is a public holiday in Australia and will be observed on Monday, April 21st, 2025. Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday, a Christian festival that, according to tradition, celebrates the resurrection of...
If you love stand-up comedy or just like to laugh, come to the Sydney Comedy Festival to witness one of the largest comedy festivals in Australia. Sydney has hosted the event since 2005, and it runs for four weeks each...
Anzac Day is an important special community event celebrated in Australia on April 25. Millions of Australians commemorate the anniversary of the first significant military pairing of Australian and New Zealand forces...
The St Albans Folk Festival is a three-day event held over a weekend close to Anzac Day in April every year. Here, you’ll hear all types of Traditional and contemporary Folk Music, Australian Bush Music, Music...
The Gum Ball is an annual music festival held in secluded bushland at Bedford in the middle of the Hunter Valley each year. It is a family-friendly weekend event filled with music, arts, food, beers, markets, yoga, and...
Canowindra International Balloon Challenge
Canowindra Showground, Canowindra, NSW26 April 2025 to 04 May 2025
The Canowindra International Balloon Challenge is a spectacular event that turns the sky into a fiesta of colour with vibrant hot air balloons reaching up into the sky. Each year, the sky bursts to life when all of the...
The Peoplecare Triathlon Wollongong is a celebration of health, fitness, and family, usually in April. Races are available for all abilities and ages, and individuals and groups are welcome to participate. Peoplecare...
Meat lovers worldwide will gather at the Sydney Showgrounds in April for the Meatstock Festival, a three-day event held every year. This beloved meat-filled event will feature bands, beer, barbecues, and more! Meatstock...
The Mother’s Day Classic is a walk/run fun run held in Sydney in May. It is an important fundraising initiative raising millions of dollars yearly for breast cancer research. This year, the Mother’s Day...
Fashion Week Australia is the nation’s premier fashion event. Presented by Pandora, this prestigious event draws international crowds. During Fashion Week, editors, buyers, designers, influencers and models all...
Ultra-Trail Australia is a challenging 100km running event held in the magnificent Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Local and international runners come to NSW yearly to participate in this endurance event, with...
Get ready for an exciting month of events in and around Blacktown City. All of your favourite events are returning for another year, and they have added some exciting new events to this year’s program. Get ready...
The Pyrmont Festival is an annual event that showcases the best wines from the NSW wine regions alongside various creative and artistic works. The two-day food and wine festival features wine tasting, degustation...
The Thirlmere Festival of Steam is a fun community event held annually at the NSW Rail Museum in Autumn. Come with your family and friends and explore this beautiful little town as you enjoy the festival atmosphere with...
The Sydney Writers Festival is a cultural event catering to writers and readers. It includes a diverse schedule of educational programs, workshops, interactive sessions, and entertainment for all participants. Writers...
Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour
Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace, Cremorne, NSW21 May 2025 to 25 May 2025
The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour is an annual international film competition showcasing documentaries and short films about mountain culture, the environment, and sports. The event was launched in 1976 by the...
Vivid Sydney is an annual celebration of creativity, innovation, and technology that transforms Sydney for 23 days and nights. In 2025, for its 15th year, Vivid Sydney will fuse art, innovation, and technology in...
The Culinary Carnival is the Fairfield City Council’s annual Latin American and Spanish street party at Spencer Street in Fairfield in May/June. Food has always been a major attraction of the event. Culinary...
Blacktown City Medieval Fayre is an annual family festival held at the Nurragingy Reserve over a weekend in May. It is part of the massive Blacktown City Festival. Once a year, attendees can step back in time to...
NCHA Futurity
Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre, Tamworth, NSW25 May 2025 to 08 June 2025
The National Cutting Horse Association’s NCHA Futurity is one of Australia’s biggest indoor sporting horse events, attracting over 700 competitors. It features the country’s best cutting horse...
The State of Origin is one of the biggest events on the Australian sporting calendar. The event is a series of three rugby league matches between the Queensland Maroons and the New South Wales Blues. Each year, the best...
- New Years Eve
- Vivid Sydney
- State of Origin
- Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
- Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras