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 2024/2025 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 Mudgee Wine and Food Month is an event held every September / October, running for close to a month and is one of the longest-running wine and food events in New South Wales. It is well-attended by food producers...
The Sample Food Festival is one of New South Wales’ biggest food events. It takes place every September at the Bangalow Showgrounds near Byron Bay and serves as a platform for showcasing the best local produce...
The Taste in the City Food & Wine Festival (previously known as the Taste of Coogee Food and Wine Festival) is a two-day annual weekend event that showcases food and beverages from Australia’s best...
The Festival of the Winds is Australia’s largest flying kite festival! Each year, the festival is hosted at Bondi Beach and will be held again in September. During the Festival of the Winds, the skies are filled...
The Newcrest Orange Challenge is an annual one-day cycling event that takes place on the car-free country roads in the regional city of Orange each year. But because the event takes place in a serene location...
The Real Festival is an annual event showcasing Australia’s most renowned theatre performers and creative artists at the Nepean River in Penrith. The unique outdoor setting provides a one-of-a-kind theatrical...
The Sydney Design Week is an event that aims to help visitors understand and explore various facets of design in all forms. Through exhibitions and the people behind them, visitors can learn about the future of design...
Operation Art
Sydney Olympic Park Armory Gallery, Sydney Olympic Park, NSWTBA - September/October 2024
Operation Art is an annual exhibition of over 600 artworks by New South Wales school children ranging in age from kindergarten to Year 10. The exhibition is held at the Armory Gallery at Sydney Olympic Park annually...
Sculpture in the Vineyards is a 16-day-long annual arts and culture event held at vineyards in the Wollombi Valley and the Wollombi Village. The Wollombi Valley is a buzz with 153 sculptures on display and for sale in 6...
The Cabramatta Moon Festival is a spectacular event that celebrates Vietnamese culture and attracts more than 90,000 people annually. The festival is also referred to as the Mid-Autumn Festival or the Trung Thu...
The Sydney Running Festival is a fun, family-friendly event hosted every spring. The festival consists of 4 running events, including a 42km marathon, 21km half marathon, 10km bridge run and 3.5km family fun run. Sydney...
The internationally acclaimed Manly Jazz is known worldwide for its beautiful location and the diversity of music it presents, from traditional New Orleans jazz to funk, Latin, fusion, blues, gospel, swing and roots...
The Big Design Market brings Sydney the best and most creative independent designers for three days of shopping and fun! The Big Design Market is a fantastic place for Christmas shoppers and those who love original and...
Oz Comic-Con is back in Australia for another huge event hosted at the Sydney Showground in Sydney Olympic Park. With a huge range of television and movie stars, anime and manga, gaming and comics, there is much to...
Experience the iconic Ironman 70.3 (kilometre) race in Western Sydney this November; part of the international series of Ironman events, it’s sure to thrill sports fans and spectators alike. An Ironman 70.3 is...
Orange is a well-known wine-growing area with a thriving wine industry. Its cool climate and dry autumn conditions are ideal for grape growing and enable regional producers to develop a range of high-quality, award...
The Andrew Boy Charlton Biathlon Series commenced over 20 years ago, with over 15,000 people participating in this race series. Approximately 1,500 race go-ers participate in this race each year, and the ABC Biathlon...
The Australian Beer Festival, organized by the Australian Heritage Hotel, is an annual celebration of local craft beers. Meet the brewers, savour gourmet snacks, enjoy live entertainment, and sample the creations of...
The Camden Festival is held in Camden for three weeks every September, filling the town with a diverse range of events and activities catering to all ages. The festival celebrates Camden and all the unique attractions...
Murrumbateman Moving Feast
Multiple Locations, Murrumbateman, NSW05 October 2024 to 06 October 2024
The Murrumbateman Moving Feast is a unique culinary event that features a moving degustation showcasing world-class local wines and tasting plates. It takes place every October during the Labour Day long weekend...
Like many other sporting events, the NRL Grand Final has become essential to Australian culture. Every year, this sporting event draws footy fans nationwide to Sydney to watch live at Stadium Australia. The match is...
Spring Cycle is a huge cycling event held in Sydney each year that attracts over 10,000 participants over two different ride lengths. The Spring Cycle starts in North Sydney and takes riders across the Sydney Harbour...
Labour Day is a public holiday in NSW that will be observed on Monday, 7 October 2024, in Sydney. Labour Day is observed to reflect on the social and political movement back in the 1850s to secure an 8-hour working day...
Sydney Craft Week is a 10 day event that occurs every October around Sydney. The city’s most prominent indigenous artists, designers, furniture makers, woodworkers, jewellery makers, textile artists, metalsmiths...
The Wingham Music Festival is an annual three-day music festival held in Manning Valley on the NSW Mid Coast. Its objective is to promote the arts and create opportunities for learning while stimulating community...
Lake Macquarie Kokoda Challenge
Cooranbong Equestrian Park, Cooranbong, NSW12 October 2024 to 13 October 2024
The Kokoda Challenge returns to Lake Macquarie in 2024! Setting off in the hills of Cooranbong, teams can choose to traverse the 18, 30 or 48km course through the stunning Olney State Forest and Watagans National Park...
Everest Day at Royal Randwick is one of Sydney’s showpiece sporting and entertainment experiences, with the world’s best sprinters competing in the $20 million The TAB Everest, the world’s richest race on turf and the...
Yours and Owls will take over the University of Wollongong campus for two days, igniting the UOW’s grounds, lush green ovals and hidden laneways to the sounds and sights of some of the world’s and Australia’s best...
Liveworks is an annual experimental art festival at the Carriageworks Art Institute in Eveleigh. In 2023, Liveworks came to you with an extensive digital program seeking to create surprising, meaningful and...
MindBodySpirit Festival
International Convention Centre Sydney, Sydney, NSW17 October 2024 to 20 October 2024
The MindBodySpirit Festival is Sydney’s biggest gathering for health, well-being, and holistic treatments. It takes place over several days at the International Convention Centre (ICC). The event is open to...
Visit the wonderful Sculpture by the Sea festival and see over 100 sculptures by various artists worldwide. This is a free exhibition. With over 100 artworks by Australian and international sculptors, the world’s...
The Bowral Classic is a popular cycling race held in the Southern Highlands in New South Wales each year. Many races are scheduled throughout the event, and those who are up for the challenge are invited to register...
The Granny Smith Festival is held in October every year and has grown to be one of the largest community events in NSW, attracting over 90,000 people each year. The festival will celebrate 38 years, featuring old...
Sydney’s Oktoberfest in the Gardens is coming again and is inspired by the love of the food, drink and culture of traditional Bavarian festivities. The national Oktoberfest celebrations are held in Sydney...
Grandparents Day is a day that aims to celebrate the important role of grandparents, with fun events scheduled all over Sydney and New South Wales. Held on the last Sunday in October each year, Grandparents Day brings...
Norton Street Italian Festa is a large annual street festival in Leichhardt, with more than 180,000 people coming together each year in late October to celebrate all things Italian. This street has long been known as...
Come to the beautiful Wahroonga Park for a day of food, wine, fun and sunshine! With an array of brilliant wineries from NSW and Australia, this is your opportunity to taste and purchase hundreds of premium and award...
The Deepavali Festival is one of the biggest festivals of the Indian community in Australia. Deepavali, which means festival of lights, is an important occasion for the Hindus and is celebrated worldwide for three days...
The Gymea Village Fair is the Sutherland Shire’s only spring fair. With over 130 stalls lining Gymea Bay Road during the event, it’s easy to see why it attracts more than 50,000 visitors yearly. With stalls...
The Sydney Open is a one-day event that offers a chance to explore the city’s most historic and significant buildings, religious structures and architectural monuments. Come and be a part of this event and explore...
- New Years Eve
- Vivid Sydney
- State of Origin
- Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
- Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras