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.
Mudgee Wine and Food Month is held every September / October and lasts close to a month. It is one of the longest-running wine and food events in New South Wales. It is well-attended by food producers and wineries in...
The Cabramatta Moon Festival is a spectacular event that celebrates Vietnamese culture and attracts more than 90,000 people annually. The festival is also known in Vietnam as the Mid-Autumn Festival or the Trung Thu...
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 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...
In 2024, Penrith won a record-extending fourth straight premiership with a 14-6 victory over Melbourne in a pulsating and dramatic NRL grand final. Like many other sporting events, the NRL Grand Final has become...
Labour Day is a public holiday in NSW that will be observed on Monday, 6 October 2025, 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...
The Japanese Film Festival in Sydney is a yearly event that usually runs in November/December every year at different Palace Cinemas around Sydney. Each year, dozens of films are screened during the festival, which...
ABC Biathlon Spring Series
Prince Alfred Swimming Pool, Surry Hills, NSW09 October 2025 to 11 December 2025
The Andrew Boy Charlton Biathlon Series commenced over 20 years ago, with over 15,000 people participating in this race series. Approximately 1,500 racegoers participate in this race each year, and the ABC Biathlon...
Sydney Craft Week is a 10 day event every October around Sydney. The city’s most prominent indigenous artists, designers, furniture makers, woodworkers, jewellery makers, textile artists, metalsmiths, ceramicists...
The Kokoda Challenge returns to Lake Macquarie in 2025! 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...
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...
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...
Sculpture by the Sea will return to the Bondi to Tamarama Beach coastal walk as the world’s largest free-to-the-public sculpture exhibition in 2025. The spectacular coastal walk was once again transformed into a 2km...
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...
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 40 years, featuring old...
The Sydney Everest Carnival is the pinnacle of Sydney’s style, sophistication, and glamour – it’s more than a race; it’s the social event of the season! The jewel in the crown of Sydney racing, it is a day not to be...
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 up for the challenge are invited to register early, as...
Liveworks Festival is Performance Space’s flagship festival of live art and performance, spanning dance, music, theatre, installation, experimentation and celebration. This year’s program will again take over...
Parramatta Lanes is a massive festival held in the CBD of Parramatta. Streets are shut down and filled with food stalls, live music, and art installations! Choose your own adventure as you explore our city and discover...
Hunters Hill Art Exhibition is a famous art event in Sydney. It attracts thousands of visitors annually and showcases some of the best work from established and emerging Australian artists. The exhibitions, which are...
Sydney’s Oktoberfest in the Gardens is coming again and is inspired by the love of traditional Bavarian festivities, including food, drink, and culture. 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...
The Gymea Village Festival 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. Boasting...
Norton Street Italian Festa is a large annual street festival in Leichhardt. More than 180,000 people come 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 Festival of Fisher’s Ghost takes place every November in Campbelltown to commemorate Frederick Fisher, one of Australia’s most famous ghosts. The historic event dates back to 1956, and today is an...
The Sydney Open is an event that offers a chance to explore the city’s most historic and significant buildings, religious structures and architectural monuments. Come and participate in this event and explore some...
Every year, Australians come together to celebrate Melbourne Cup Day, the most popular horse race on the calendar. The Melbourne Cup is the premier event of the Spring Racing Carnival, held on the first Tuesday in...
The SmartFone Flick Fest, or SF3, is a film festival for those who create short films on their smartphone or tablet. The festival is open to filmmakers of all ages and aims to get people involved in filmmaking at a...
The NSW Open Golf Championship showcases the best golfers in Australasia. The historic event dates back to 1931—even before the Sydney Harbour Bridge was built! Interested players may enter as many tournaments as...
The Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Market is coming to Sydney! The Good Food & Wine Show Christmas Market will take place at Carriageworks, Sydney, and will serve an array of tasty festive treats and foodie...
The Bondi to Bronte Ocean Swim is a popular competition that starts at Bondi Beach, circles around Mackenzie’s Point, and ends at Bronte Beach. The distance covered is between 2.1 and 2.4km (depending on...
Welcome to our Sydney event at Sydney Olympic Park and the third event in the Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink 2025/2026 season. The pool swim and closed road course make this the perfect event to challenge yourself to...
Carols by the Sea is an annual community event inviting everyone to celebrate the festive season. It offers a unique way to share Christmas cheer through songs in seaside locations in and around Sydney. In the past, the...
The World’s #1 Fun Run! #GetFilthyClean The 5K Foam Fest is a one-of-a-kind Obstacle course-based Fun Run. Join in for over 22 obstacles, including the world’s largest inflatable waterslide, mud pits and 2.5...
The Biennale of Sydney is a visual arts festival that provides a platform for commissioned pieces of art to be displayed to the public. Aimed at presenting thought-provoking art pieces, the Biennale of Sydney first...
Airshows Downunder Shellharbour (previously known as Wings Over Illawarra) is held in Illawarra on the NSW south coast, just over an hour south of Sydney. Situated in a picturesque location with an amazing backdrop of...
Featuring exceptional pianists from all over the world, the Sydney International Piano Competition is one of the major international events of its kind. It’s where you can see pianists competing at the...
What are the most popular annual events in Sydney?
The most popular annual events in Sydney are:
- New Years Eve
- Vivid Sydney
- State of Origin
- Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
- Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
Where are the most popular annual events in Sydney held?
The most popular annual events in Sydney are held at:Check out the whole list of annual events in Sydney.
What areas are the most popular annual events in Sydney located?
The most popular areas for annual events in Sydney are located in:Check out the whole list of annual events in Sydney.
