What’s On This Weekend In Sydney
Lizzie Scorer
Contributor | Urban List, Sydney, NSW
Eloise Luke
Contributor | Urban List
Ilaria Sanzari
Contributor | Urban List, Sydney, NSW
Looking for the best things to do in Sydney/Eora this weekend? There's never a shortage of exciting activities in Sydney to keep your calendar full.
Whether you are wanting to scratch that clothes-shopping itch, looking for a new artwork for that empty wall, or grooving to DJ beats with water views—we reckon you'll find something here to keep you occupied.
With Consideration Pop-Up
17 Oxford Street, Paddington | Friday 14 November–Sunday 16 November, 9am-5pm
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There’s a good chance you’ve seen pieces of With Consideration clothing sprinkled amongst your Instagram and Pinterest feeds. This weekend, you’ll also see these fashion pieces pop up in our Sydney streets, with a temporary store bringing the limited-time chance to actually browse these items in person. Try on different pieces and sizes before deciding on which items will best suit your wardrobe, and make a day out of it with friends by stopping into Oxford night markets on Friday or the farmers market this Saturday.
Happy Hour At Bush
55 George St, Redfern | Every Friday and Saturday, 4pm–6pm
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This local favourite in Redfern is bringing happy hour specials to their evenings, including a weekend happy hour that features drinks for under $10 alongside freshly made nibbles. With Bush boasting native food and courtyard dining on Gadigal land, pop in over the weekend to try out the newest dish while picking from the current happy hour menu – think $3 oysters and a $6 Hawkes Lager. This special menu will continue rotating drink combos and accompanying snacks, so expect something new to taste on every visit.
Sinclair Sundays Launch
Level 1/20 Memorial Ave, Penrith | Sunday 16 November, 4:30pm–9:30pm
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Soak up the golden-hour sun on Sinclair’s balcony this Sunday, overlooking the Neapean River with a glass in hand and DJ beats. This local favourite restaurant is launching their new weekly Sinclair Sunday sessions and, as Penrith’s only hatted restaurant in history, you can expect a snack menu bursting with flavour and delivered in style (as well as cheeky drink specials). Walk-ins only, this is the spot you’ll need to pop into with friends for a good weekend wrap-up.
To make a day out of it, and to fuel up before dancing the afternoon away, book in for Sinclair’s Riverside Bottomless Lunch a few hours earlier. This multi-course meal comes at $85pp and dishes up local produce for that summer taste – think Sinclair’s signature house crumpet with fennel jam, and zucchini flowers with Katoomba honey. Reserve your spot online.
Among The Brave Exhibition At Gallery Brave
342 Elizabeth St, Surry Hills | From Thursday 13 November
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Having just opened its doors to Sydneysiders last month, the launch of Gallery Brave brings a long-awaited spot for the creatives of Surry Hills. With street art abundant along this suburb’s roads, Gallery Brave has established a new space where this artwork can be formally exhibited and admired by locals and tourists alike, cultivating a space of community and colourful flair.
This month, the gallery is hosting its Among The Brave group exhibition, featuring over 30 artists whose works will bring individually fresh and vigorously alive pieces to this new Surry Hills spot. Open from Wednesday through to the weekends, schedule in an afternoon to explore the works and inspirations of this recent exhibit.
MLK Deli | The Forbidden Lamb-wich
168 Campbell St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, 4A Wyee St, Kogarah Bay NSW 2217 | Until Sunday 30 November
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MLK Deli’s sandwich has a story, and a retired smoker to prove it. The Forbidden Lamb-wich was born during a particularly busy lunch service, when the kitchen crew made use of the vacant smoker to test a new sandwich idea with a joint of lamb. While the kitchen worked away, the lamb joint proved a little too enthusiastic, pushing the smoker past its limits. The smoker was sadly retired, but from the ashes rose a lamb-based legend.
Tender pulled lamb is slow-cooked to perfection, tangled with zesty sumac onions and slathered in a garlicky, cucumber-studded cacik that’s as cool as it is creamy. All of it lands between two slabs of rye ciabatta courtesy of Organic Bread Bar, creating an irresistible sanga that's smoky, a little spicy and incredibly hearty. Pair it with MLK’s refreshing House Lemonade and toast to trial by error this weekend.
Arms Length Bar’s Weekend Specials
7 Kellett St, Potts Point | Friday–Sunday, 12pm until late
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Arms Length has recently reopened and is bringing special after special, including their Sunday $2 Oysters and Lo Fi wines to amplify those end-of-week afternoons. Seated outdoors amongst fairy-light wrapped branches, share as many freshly shucked oysters as your heart desires while your wallet stays happy. This, with the right company and specifically curated wine served to your table, is what we consider the ideal Sunday in Sydney activity.
This bar is also hosting DJ nights every Friday and Saturday from 6pm until late, where you can sip on happy hour drinks from 4pm and get up to groove soon after. This spot gets busy, so keep an eye on their What's On page and book yourself a spot this weekend.
2 For $30 Aperol Spritz In Barangaroo
Various Locations | Saturday 1 November—Sunday 30 November
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For the entire month of November, the streets of Barangaroo are celebrating summer with live music, DJ's, and 2 for $30 Aperol Spritz. 23 venues are joining in the party, including GINA, recently reopened ZUSHI, Born by Tapavino, Barangaroo House, Crown Sydney’s Woodcut, a’Mare and Icebergs Harbour Bar.
There will also be curated Aperitivo menus at participating restaurants and bars—so you can take spritz hour to the next level with a host of exclusive small plates and antipasto offerings. We recommend bringing a mate or a date to enjoy a spritz in the sun (or just drink them both yourself—why not).
Ramen At Saké
12 Argyle Street, The Rocks | Daily
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Saké's flagship menu is getting steamy for lunch—ramen will now be available at The Rocks venue daily. House-made broths are slow-simmered with kombu and vegetables, heavy on umami flavours and depth. There'll be three bowls to test out, and we promise to turn a blind eye if you start cycling them throughout the week.
First is a rich soy tonkotsu ($29) with pork chashu, soft egg and a touch of yuzu; a spicy miso version built on house-made tare and gochujang ($30); and lastly, an aburamen—a soupless style tossed with chicken oil and topped with sukiyaki wagyu ($30).
This offer is here to stay, so there's no rush to get to down there—but between us, we've already booked in for this weekend.
Studio Try Ons At Katharina Lou
Unit 16B, Level 1, 32 Ralph Street, Alexandria, Sydney | Thursdays–Saturdays, 10am–3pm
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Katharina Lou has become a staple name in the Aussie fashion world, with its plaid patterns and clean silhouettes a recognisable look. These specially crafted, made-to-last-a-lifetime pieces are top quality and come in several shapes and designs–flowy maxi dresses, puffed-sleeve tops, summer-ready swimwear and more.
Now, to more easily find your ideal fit and look, Katharina Lou is open for studio try-on bookings where you can pick a 30-minute slot around your schedule, and come in to try all of these designs. No strings attached, you can come in for free and leave without spending any money (but you’ll be tempted). Find your next favourite outfit and schedule your try-on online.
China Heights Exhibitions
Level 3, 16/28 Foster St, Surry Hills | Wednesday–Saturdays, 12pm–5pm
Image credit: China Heights Gallery | Website
China Heights is a contemporary and independent art gallery set on bringing fresh creativity to the streets of Sydney. With a rotating exhibition program constantly in progress, you can enter for free to admire and be inspired by the newest artworks displayed.
This weekend, the gallery is featuring works from Shaun Daniel Allen, with a catalogue of artworks available for purchase to anyone wanting to bring a piece of the gallery home. Whether it's a creative interest or a search for quality home decor, this gallery should be the next stop on your list.
Henley's Rock Revival Saturdays
9 Lime St, Sydney CBD | Every Saturday
Henley's is cranking the volume all the way up every Saturday with Rock Revival—a weekly live music event that's all about band culture and loud guitars. From 9pm until late, it's a non-stop lineup of punk, rock, indie and high-volt party bands taking on the stage.
Keeping the energy (and spirits) high, you’ll find pizza by the slice loaded with combos like truffle mushroom and fior di latte, smoked chorizo and chilli, and Philly cheesesteak, alongside cold beers on tap and a crowd that knows how to party.
The Island: Summer Season
Departure: Man O'War Steps, Farm Cove Street, Sydney CBD | Every Saturday
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The Island’s Summer Season is in full swing, with a five-hour parties from 3pm until sunset every Saturday. Expect next-level DJs, cocktails and unbeatable harbour views at Sydney’s favourite floating bar. Guests can level up with VIP Banquette booths, Rooftop access or table packages, while water taxi transfers run every 20 minutes from Man O’War Steps from 2:50pm, making it the easiest way to get to the action.
Dine-Out With Uber Eats
Various Locations | Ongoing
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With eating out getting pricier by the month, plenty of Sydneysiders are rethinking their restaurant habits. But while the splurge might be shrinking, the love of a shared meal isn’t going anywhere. That’s where Dine Out with Uber Eats comes in—a new initiative helping diners stretch their budget a little further.
The first round of offers are running until 9 November, offering discounts of up to $200 off at a wide mix of Sydney restaurants. Expect fine dining favourites like nel., Chester Whites and Bottega Wine Bar, as well as mid-range gems including Island Radio, Pieno, Fabbrica and Don’t Tell Aunty. You’ll also find casual classics like Mary’s, Zeus Street Greek and Tuga Pastries joining in, making it easy to keep your local rituals alive without spending a fortune.
The best part? These offers are available any day and time the restaurant’s open (aka no happy-hour restrictions or weekday fine print) so you can plan your next dinner, date or catch-up on your own terms.
Live Music Lineup At Elliott's
79 Elliott Street, Balmain | Saturday 8–Sunday 9 November
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Since their recent opening in Balmain, Elliott's have been curating a live music program that takes full advantage of the Inner West's recently relaxed music laws—and things are getting loud this weekend. The courtyard hosts a rotating lineup of vinyl DJs and live soul, funk and blues sets every weekend, curated by Jordan McDonald (NITE-RITE Entertainment).
This Saturday from 2.30pm to 5pm, you can expect a groovy set from Boomerang—think rare grooves, funk cuts and soulful classics to get the courtyard buzzing. The vibes will be staying high afterwards, with DJ Gonz to follow once Boomerang wraps up. Finishing off the weekend is Midnight Siren, with dangerously good beats playing from 1pm to 5pm on Sunday.
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Mary's Weekend Brunch & Bottomless
Victoria Cross, Tenancy T16/155-189 Miller Street, North Sydney | Every Saturday And Sunday
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Mary's VX has launched an epic brunch and bottomless menu for an ideal weekend feed. Co-founder Jake Smyth reckons this is one "worth crossing town on the Metro for"—sky-high pancake stacks, brekkie burgers, unlimited spicy pickle margaritas (don't knock them until you've tried them) and bottomless filter coffee to keep the old man going. The bottomless menu comes in at a pretty $55 per person, or you can keep things breezy and order à la carte.
Bennelong In 45 Minutes
Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney CBD | Daily
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There's certainly no fast-track to a luxury lifestyle, but Bennelong is doing its best—this $50pp experience speed-runs sophistication in a 45-minute session, offering three refined bar snacks and a signature cocktail. Ideal for those needing a quick pre-theatre snack or just short of time, the dishes are drawn from Bennelong's pre-existing menu—Maremma duck pithivier with black garlic; Wagyu bresaola panisse, brown butter aioli; Chestnut, truffle and shiitake arancini; and much more. Head in from 5.30pm onwards, and you can experience the best seat in the harbour for a palatable price.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition
Fever Pavilion, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park | From Friday 29 August
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Explore Renaissance Rome without leaving Sydney at Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition, open from Friday 29 August at Fever Pavilion in Sydney Showground. The immersive 60-90 minute experience brings to life 34 of Michelangelo’s frescoes, including The Creation of Adam and The Last Judgment, in true-to-size, high-definition reproductions.
Whether you’ve seen the originals or not, the exhibition provides a rare chance to walk through one of history’s greatest masterpieces from a never-before-seen perspective, letting visitors admire every brushstroke up close without the busy Vatican crowds around.
Aprés On The Harbour
Pier Bar, 11 Hickson Road, Dawes Point | Daily, 12pm–9pm
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Cosy, golden-hour spring evenings have taken over Pier Bar on Sydney Harbour, complete with crackling firepits, sparkling lights, chic cocktails and outdoor cabanas overlooking the water. The winter menu continues this month to help get Sydneysiders through the last few cooler nights of the season transition, with warming favourites like a cheesy potato bake and truffle jaffle, steak frites, oven-baked camembert, and a candle-lit Biscoff fondue served with pretzels, toasted marshmallows, and fresh strawberries to dip.
A half cabana fits 4 guests with $150 minimum spend, a full cabana fits 8 with a $300 minimum spend and the entire cabana area fits up to 14 with a $600 minimum spend. Aprés On The Harbour is open daily from 12pm to 9pm.
Recovery Sundays
Baptist Street Rec. Club, Corner of Cleveland and Baptist Street, Redfern | Every Sunday
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Wanna end the weekend right? Redfern’s Baptist Street Rec. Club is slinging complimentary spring rolls all day for Recovery Sundays alongside $7 beers and $8 house wines. From 2pm, you can also grab $15 Margaritas and Palomas, plus $10 Bloody Marias and West Coast Coolers ‘til 10pm. There'll be DJs spinning groovy tunes, board games to rally around and a mouthwatering menu on the lineup, too.
Suntory Bar
Whisky Thief, Prefecture 48, 230 Sussex Street, Sydney CBD | Friday 8 August–Saturday 8 November
Image credit: Suntory Bar | Jiwon Kim
Premium Japanese beverage house Suntory is taking over Prefecture 48’s Whisky Thief for a three-month-long stint of Tokyo-level cocktails and elevated malts, alongside exclusive snacks by legendary chef Tetsuya Wakuda—marking the first chance to taste Tetsuya’s cooking since the closure of his eponymous Sydney CBD restaurant in July 2024.
Try a botanical Roku G&T, an ‘80s-style Japanese Slipper starring Suntory’s Midori melon liqueur, and the hero serve: a refreshing Hakushu Highball, made with crisp Hakushu Distiller’s Reserve whisky from the highest distillery in the world, paired with soda and fresh mint.
The Book of Mormon
Capitol Theatre, 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket | Tuesday 15 July–Sunday 30 November
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Labelled “the best musical of this century” by the New York Times, the Tony, Olivier and Grammy award-winning musical-comedy, The Book Of Mormon, has returned to Sydney at the Capitol Theatre.
If you’re not familiar with the plot of this smash-hit, it follows two young mismatched Mormon missionaries as they aim to spread the teachings of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to a remote village in Uganda, which quickly unfolds with hilarious improvisations and satirical sing-a-longs. Tickets start at $99, plus a booking fee.
RELICS: A New World Rises
Australian Museum, 1 William Street, Darlinghurst | Saturday 16 August, 2025—Tuesday 27 January, 2026
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Created by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler, RELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive exhibition at the Australian Museum showcasing 14 mini LEGO® worlds inside vintage objects. Think lively LEGO® towns inside an antique piano, and newsroom scenes in old TVs.
Running until 27 January 2026, the exhibition also has an interactive build area, custom scavenger hunts and audio guides. Tickets are $29 for adults, $25 for concessions, $19 for children aged 4-15, and free for children aged 0-3 and Australian Museum members.
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