What's On

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

Get your rainbow kit ready because Melt Festival is back for 2026.

With a line-up of five-star resorts, incredible foodie experiences, and bucket list-worthy activities, this Singapore playground is the real deal. 

Some deals demand an immediate booking, and Tanuki’s $40 snack-and-sip situation is one of them.

Dust off your lederhosen or dirndl, dig out your dancing shoes and get ready for biers, biers, biers: Oktoberfest in the Gardens is back this October at The Domain.

The best deals to make your next Sydney staycation even more worthwhile.

Whether you’re a runner or cheering from the sidelines, here’s how to get amongst the race-week buzz.

Our Money Editor, Queenie Tan, is here to help you navigate those everyday money dilemmas. 

If your plans for Father’s Day weekend are still in the air, then fret not, because Sydney/Eora has a lot lined up.

From Shadow Baking's choc chip cookies to Pinco Deli's scrolls, these sweet deals are just a codeword away.

From a juicy Gigi's burger to Queens doughnuts, these electric deals are just a code word away.

The TCS Sydney Marathon 2026 is running through Sydney's most scenic sites—here's how to get there, road closure info, and public transport changes to be aware of. 

Be nice to each other, because hot new extra Olivia Dean tickets just dropped across all her Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Auckland shows this spring. 

A mini Santorini Martini, Oscietra black caviar tart and no long-haul flight required? It’s a yes from us.

As the weather cools, heat up with these fire-fuelled stays, smoky feasts and flame-led experiences designed to spark connection and ignite good times aplenty. 

Former Quay chef Matt Mirosevich is behind Sydney’s first cocktail jellies, a playful new canapé that packs a serious punch. Here’s how he built his premium catering business from the ground up.

Sydney Fringe Festival 2026 runs August to October with over 350 events across 64 venues, featuring theatre, comedy, circus, cabaret, dance and much more.

The group chat can officially stop speculating—Spilt Milk is back, and its 2026 lineup is one of the festival's biggest yet.

Dating on a Dime is an inclusive IRL singles night with DJs, playful prompts, money-compatibility games, and absolutely no awkward speed-dating energy.

Lover girls and boys, unite! Here’s your ultimate guide to Laufey’s Sydney shows. And we have double passes up for grabs, thanks to Visa. 

Enjoy all the benefits of a rejuvenating holiday, sans the jet lag. 

There's more to the city than good weather. Beyond the postcard views, you'll find buzzy dining precincts, world-class cultural attractions and neighbourhood favourites worth seeking out.

Join ECOVACS and Olympic legend Steven Bradbury at this fun-filled family day out.  

The only thing missing is the ski lift.

From festive market stalls to roast dinners with all the trimmings, here are our recommendations for how to celebrate Christmas in July in Sydney this winter. 

Every August, Sydney hosts one of the country's most thought-provoking festivals—Festival of Dangerous Ideas—and this year's lineup is set to be the biggest yet.

With the ocean at your fingertips, coastal long lunches on the cards and plenty of boutique accommodation to choose from, we know we’d scoop out some of our precious annual leave for a Noosa vacay in a heartbeat.

Matariki approaches, this year landing on Friday 10 July. Here are some of the best ways to celebrate, in Tāmaki Makaurau and beyond. 

Winter is one of the best times to explore Sydney's harbour, and few neighbourhoods pack as much into one postcode as Barangaroo.

Three years after Pleasures Playhouse closed its doors, the cult Sydney arts project is preparing for its next act.

To help you make it a trip neither of you will ever forget, we’ve rounded up some top options for a passion-fuelled Singapore escape.

Strummingbird is ramping things up for its second year of bootscooting, and will be rolling into three regional locations this October.

This magical bit of tech lets you earn rewards and access exclusive deals simply by hitting the town. 

War is coming. Are you ready for it? The highly anticipated Game of Thrones spin-off, the HBO Original series House of the Dragon, is coming back on 22 June. 

The Sydney Opera House is set for a major shake-up, with the NSW Government proposing changes that would allow larger crowds, louder concerts and extended event hours at one of Australia’s most iconic venues.

Football fans will soon have more places to watch the world’s biggest sporting event, with the state government announcing extended trading hours for licensed venues during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Ready to make those holiday plans a reality? Flight Centre’s Asia Sale has Contiki trips through Bali, India, Vietnam, Thailand and beyond, calling your name.

Here are some of Sydney's best cafes, restaurants, bars, and pubs that will be welcoming you this June long weekend. 

The intimate 38-seater ushers in winter with beef crudo, prawn pansotti and salt cod mafaldine. 

If you're in need of a little creative inspiration, or the weather is too cold, too hot or too wet—Sydney has a broad collection of brilliant art galleries to peruse.

Fill the pantry with fresh produce or your closet with locally-made goods from Sydney's best markets—this is our complete guide for 2026. 

Long celebrated as one of Sydney’s best destinations for Korean fried chicken, late-night dumplings and Asian grocery hauls, Eastwood is about to get a major nightlife upgrade.

Welcome to the most fabulous corner of the internet—Urban List's destination for the picks of the beauty crop. This month, it's about scrumptious new scents galore, and a fair few revamps of our favourites. 

Arlo Communal, Baba’s Place, Derrick Gee, Chloe Zhao and more.

From scuzzy basements to grand theatres, jazz cocktail bars, warehouse nightclubs, and more, get ready to rock out with the sickest IRL tunes Sydney/Eora has to offer. 

Should your ideal winter escape involve avoiding anything bright, buzzy or remotely eventful, Adelaide might not be the city for you.

At Taphouse Sydney, diners now have the chance to win their entire meal for free—simply by rolling an eight.

Running May 17-24, the 2026 edition rolls out more than 200 events featuring over 250 writers, transforming Sydney into a kind of intellectual playground.

Foot Locker and On presents Fast Lane—a top-secret, invite-only run that snakes through Sydney’s long abandoned network of tunnels that lie underneath Wynyard Station on Thursday 21 May 2026.

The 73rd Sydney Film Festival (SFF) is officially locked in for 2026.

If your heart is saying Euro summer but your bank balance is firmly saying “stay at home”, consider this your sign to look closer to home

For two days only, Hendrick’s Gin is teaming up with acclaimed Australian artist Rone to transform COMA Gallery into a surreal, gin-inspired experience—and yes, it’s free.

From high teas to long lunches, set menus and beautiful brunches, we've found over 80 of the best things to do in Sydney with Mum for Mother's Day in 2026. 

We’ve rounded up a few of our favourite trivia nights across Sydney, so you can start filling out that weeknight calendar and put your niche general knowledge to the test.

We’re rounding up where to play, stay, and most importantly, eat when you’re in town for Melbourne’s RISING 2026.

Spanning 10 days in May, South Australia (and beyond) is becoming a playground for top Aussie chefs and international heavy-hitters, allying together for a 150-event program that’s well worth travelling for. 

It's the Sydney Bastille Festival's thirteenth anniversary.

Lawn bowls is basically an Australian rite of passage. And, thanks to the invention of barefoot bowls and our undying love of life's simple pleasures (cold beer and bistro food), the era of the trusty bowlo is not over yet. Here are all the best places to go barefoot bowling in Sydney.

If you’ve ever felt personally victimised by a limp bag of spinach in the bottom drawer of your fridge, or the leftovers you swore you’d eat (but didn’t), you’re not alone. 

Discover the best cafes, bakeries, restaurants, bars and pubs open in Sydney during the Easter long weekend this year.

Clear your Saturday plans because the crew at ABI Interiors are throwing open the doors to their brand-new Marrickville showroom.

The Sydney Royal Easter Show is returning to Sydney Olympic Park from Thursday 2 April to Monday 13 April 2026, bringing farm animals, carnival rides, showbags and iconic Aussie food together for one of the city’s biggest annual events.

The after-dark beauty soiree Sydney didn’t know it needed.

Your guide to the best concerts coming to Sydney in 2026. 

 Our favourite summer ritual is kicking back on a king-size bed in the sand, cocktail in hand, and watching a blockbuster flick as the sun sets over the harbour.

File this under: oddly specific perks we wish we qualified for.

Uniting sound seekers, snackers, and art stans, Art After Dark is a deliciously loud collision of local cultures and voices.

It’s never too late to do something scary. Here’s our round-up of the best events and social clubs in Australia to join this year.

The all-new show features high-flying acrobatics, stunning costumes and timeless tales.

The Tillies are taking on Asia’s top female footballers this March—here's the match schedule, how to get there and where crowds will be flocking to. 

There’s one day each year when ordering a dark stout at 9am feels entirely reasonable, strangers become instant best mates and every second person on the street is sporting something green.

The Biennale of Sydney is officially back for 2026—and it’s going to be bigger, more widespread, and more community-focused than ever.

Forget everything you thought you knew about date night. In 2026, candlelit dinners and cheesy rom-coms are out; genuine connection, friendly competition and neon lights are in.

After selling out in just minutes in 2024, this tour is your chance to see the siren once more and see why we're all swooning.

Sydney’s answer to the Euro summer beach club has officially arrived, and it’s smack bang right on Sydney Harbour.

Sydney Streets events are bringing their energy-filled pop-ups to select Saturdays in 2026.

Sydney’s nightlife is cranking things up this month with Pleasure Club, Odd Culture Newtown and The Old Fitz pouring a trio of limited-edition cocktails inspired by spectacular spots around Aus.

If your Easter countdown starts when hot cross buns hit bakery shelves, then this Aussie bakery is about to make your year. 

The hip-hop pioneers are headed to Australia for the last time this month, with three cities on the bill across three massive nights.

Celebrate the women in your life or get inspired at these empowering International Women's Day events in Sydney.

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Grand Prix weekend isn’t just about fast cars. It’s also the thrill of seeing the city come alive, the stylish people-watching and embracing how much Melburnians truly love sport. 

La Plage Longchamp lands on Sydney sand for the first time, open to the public and leaning fully into beach-club energy.

All About Women is back at the Sydney Opera House for its fourteenth year.

Dust off your skinniest jeans and your softest feelings, because Beck is heading back to Australia this May with a run of lush shows backed by Australia's best orchestras.

It’s the most colourful event on Sydney’s cultural calendar—here's what's on for Mardi Gras 2025.

Heavy metal royalty is heading our way. Iron Maiden's Run For Your Lives World Tour is locked in for Australia this November, and Megadeth are along for the ride.

Have your say in our cultural index championing the people, places, experiences and stays defining Australia right now. 

Whether you're a die hard fan, a Calvin Klein ad fanatic, or just really keen to see Kendall Jenner's ex-boyf live—the news that Bad Bunny is headed Sydney's way in 2026 will not disappoint.

Everyone has an inner queen—and these Sydney drag shows are guaranteed to bring her out.