What’s On In Sydney: Upcoming Events & Gig Guide
The Upcoming Events and Gig Guide will keep you up to date with Australia’s hottest ticket events, concerts, and What’s On In Sydney in arts and entertainment. If you’d like to submit an event for inclusion, you can upload it below. Note: New event listings go live on Fridays. If you don’t see your event after this date, please refresh the page in your browser to see the latest update.
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04/05/20XX
Star Wars Fans Encouraged To Walk A Mile For Scott Loxley
Pitt Street Mall, Sydney NSW
With International Star Wars Day upon us, Sydneysiders are encouraged to descend on Pitt Street Mall on Monday May the 4th and ‘walk a mile’ for Scott Loxley – the Melbourne man who has been ‘storming Australia’ in his full 501st Legion Sandtrooper Star Wars costume since 2013. As an avid Star Wars fan himself, Scott’s mission is to raise vital funds for the Monash Children’s Hospital, with an aim to secure $100,000 for kids in need. Throughout his 18-month journey, Scott will visit every State and Territory and cover around 15,000kms in total. Visitors to Pitt Street Mall are encouraged to donate a gold coin and hop on a treadmill to do their bit. From 12:30pm – 2:00pm, the team at Fit & Fast will be providing treadmills and fitness instructors, with Stormtrooper helmets and light sabers also on hand to provide to some ‘force’ to each mission!
For more info, visit https://www.sydneyunleashed.com.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Now until 31/12/2026
The Botanica Vaucluse
2 Laguna St, Vaucluse NSW 2030
Sydney couples are rethinking the traditional ballroom wedding in favour of intimate, candlelit garden celebrations that feel romantic, design-led and deeply personal. One venue quietly leading this shift is The Botanica Vaucluse, a lush, garden-filled space tucked away in the eastern suburbs. By night, cascading greenery, botanical murals and soft candlelight create an effortlessly cinematic setting for after-dark receptions. Rare for Sydney’s luxury wedding scene, The Botanica also offers a fully gluten-free fine dining menu, allowing every guest to share the same refined experience without compromise. It is modern romance, redefined through atmosphere, inclusivity and impeccable taste.
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DST ends, long lunches begin: Mother’s Day planning just got easier at Sydney’s 100% gluten free fine dining destination
The Botanica Vaucluse: 2 Laguna St, Vaucluse
As Daylight Saving Time ends and Sydneysiders shift back indoors, The Botanica Vaucluse is leaning into the return of the long lunch with a curated Sunday entertainment series, arriving just in time for Mother’s Day planning.
Recently Coeliac Australia audited and confirmed as a 100% gluten free restaurant, Botanica is one of the few premium dining venues in Sydney where guests can enjoy a refined long lunch without navigating dietary compromise, something still relatively rare at this level of dining.
Led by chefs Abby James (ex-Quay) and Thai Sams (ex-Bentley), the seasonal menu is designed for relaxed, extended dining, making Botanica a natural choice for celebratory occasions, group gatherings and Mother’s Day experiences that feel considered rather than crowded.
With cooler afternoons encouraging longer indoor dining occasions, Botanica’s Sunday programming introduces subtle live entertainment moments that elevate the experience while keeping the focus on food, atmosphere and connection.
Upcoming Sunday experiences
– Sunday 16 August – Magician
– Sunday 11 October – Magician
Set within a light-filled dining room designed by globally recognised designer Evette Moran and surrounded by lush gardens, Botanica offers a destination-style setting suited to milestone celebrations and leisurely weekend dining.
With the end of DST bringing earlier evenings and cooler Sundays, the venue provides a timely option for those looking to plan ahead for Mother’s Day or simply embrace the return of slower, more social dining occasions.
Botanica is open Friday to Sunday, with long lunch sittings across the weekend.
Now until 3/10/2026
Two Psychics and a Medium – Australian Tour
Tour Dates Below
• Thursday 14 May – Newcastle • Saturday 16 May – Sydney • Sunday 17 May – Penrith • Thursday 21 May – Gold Coast • Friday 22 May – Brisbane • Saturday 23 May – Melbourne • Sunday 24 May – Melbourne • Saturday 30 May – Perth • Sunday 31 May – Perth • Saturday 20 June – Kalgoorlie • Saturday 29 August – Bunbury • Wednesday 2 September – Townsville • Thursday 3 September – Townsville • Friday 4 September – Toowoomba • Saturday 5 September – Darwin • Saturday 3 October – Albany.
Following sell-out performances globally, the acclaimed live production Two Psychics and a Medium is touring Australia, bringing its powerful blend of live readings, spiritual connection and unscripted audience moments nationwide. Featuring internationally respected psychic mediums Julia Cartagena and Donna Maree, alongside Australia’s renowned “Ghost Whisperer” Anthony Grzelka, the show delivers a deeply personal and emotionally charged evening where messages, insights and unexpected moments unfold live on stage. Blending warmth, humour and raw emotional connection, audience members may receive live readings, witness powerful validations, or simply experience the collective atmosphere of connection and curiosity that has drawn thousands to the show worldwide.
Now until 11/10/2026
Fang-tastic School Holiday Fun at the Australian Museum
The Australian Museum, 1 William Street, Darlinghurst, NSW 2010
Sink your teeth into a fang-tastic day out at the Australian Museum these school holidays. Enjoy 2-for-1 entry to Bloodsuckers: Nature’s Vampires, an interactive exhibition exploring the fascinating world of nature’s real-life blood feeders through science, myths and pop culture. Alongside the exhibition, discover a packed program of family-friendly activities including ink-splatter art workshops, vampire-themed film screenings, after-hours Museum experiences and hands-on science fun. Whether you’re entertaining curious kids, budding scientists or lovers of the weird and wonderful, there’s something for every age. Don’t miss this school holiday adventure with serious bite.
Now until 19/07/2026
Westfield destinations across NSW go to infinity and beyond this school holidays
Westfield venues across NSW
These school holidays, Westfield NSW and Disney are hosting free, immersive Toy Story 5 experiences. Toy Story Tales Corner: Step into an interactive pod featuring Disney+ content. (Available at Westfield Miranda, Mt Druitt, Parramatta, Penrith, Tuggerah, and Warringah Mall). Activity Stations: Kids can enjoy crafts like making their own Forky or Slinky Dog, plus custom bucket hats and totes. (Running at 14 locations including Bondi, Burwood, and Chatswood). Grand Prize: Westfield members can enter via the app (June 25 – July 19) to win a family trip to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Visit westfield.com.au for local details.
Now until 20/07/2026
DON’T MESSI OUT! WESTFIELD DESTINATIONS ACROSS NEW SOUTH WALES KICK OFF A WINTER OF FOOTBALL CELEBRATIONS
Westfield destinations across NSW
Westfield is bringing football fever to New South Wales fans this winter with a full calendar of celebrations and unmissable customer experiences at destinations throughout June and July. From live match screenings and footballer meet-and-greets, to kids’ sports clinics and craft zones; there’s something for every football fan at Westfield this winter. Customers can visit www.westfield.com.au and select their local Westfield to see the full line-up of events and experiences on offer.
Now until 26/08/2026
Hamsi Taverna Bottomless Frites – Wednesdays
Hamsi Taverna, 1 Bridge Rd, Sydney New South Wales 2037
Hamsi Taverna has launched Bottomless Frites Wednesdays at the Sydney Fish Market. Every Wednesday from 5pm, guests can choose from a lobster roll, mussels, steak or snapper, each served with unlimited frites for $55. The midweek offering is paired with $15 Martinis and Negronis, alongside $12 house wine and $8 house beer, making it an ideal after-work dining option.
Now until 19/07/2026
Winter school holidays at Darling Square
Darling Square, 35 Tumbalong Bvd, Haymarket NSW 2000
From 16-19th July, visitors can experience the magic of winter with family-friendly activities and winter retailer offers at Darling Square. Visitors can step inside a giant inflatable snow globe, featuring falling snow for a fun, family friendly photo opportunity. Entry to the snow globe is free with proof of spend at any Darling Square retailer. Families can also enjoy free winter-themed face painting for kids and dining offers from retailers such as Dopa Donburi, Wingboy and Ume Burger
Now until 18/07/2026
Little Squirt
Bondi Pavilion, Seagull Cabaret Hall. Queen Elizabeth Dr, Bondi Beach
Darby clicks on a Facebook ad for sperm donation and sets sail across the seas of queer existential mayhem, discovering the absurdities of clinical procreation and considering his own future as a potential gay parent. Join musical comedian Darby James for his multi-award-winning cabaret about the process of sperm donation. As he navigates questionnaires, psychological evaluations and questions of parenthood, Darby finds himself stranded as a seaman in moral purgatory, facing the question: should we be having children?
17/07/2026
The Strangeways Cabaret
BMEC Showroom Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre, 105 William St, Bathurst NSW 2795
The Strangeways Cabaret takes audiences on an antics-fuelled ride that packs a surprising emotional punch. Original songs about online dating, loneliness and broken promises, share the stage with duelling eyebrows, glamorous drag queens, and stories of killer spiders and lovelorn vampires to create a joyful celebration of life and love in all its forms. With a live cabaret band and whole lot of heart, The Strangeways Cabaret promises unique takes on one of the most explored human emotions – love.
17/07/2026
Soul Fidelity @ Dulwich Hill
Butchers Brew Bar, Dulwich Hill
We’re thrilled to announce Sydney’s newest soul outfit, Soul Fidelity. This powerhouse four-piece features Michael Quigley and Michael Galliazzi on rhythm section duties, Eddie Chedra on vocals and sax, and Simon Morel on guitar. Expect classic soul grooves inspired by Otis, Marvin and Curtis, plus soulful reimaginings of unexpected pop favourites. You might hear Duran Duran or Britney Spears like never before. Join us for our at Butchers Brew Bar, Dulwich Hill on Friday July 17 from 7:30pm.
18/07/2026
Jane Austen Trivia – Jane Austen Society of Australia
Roseville Uniting Church Hall
After last year’s success, we’re holding another Jane Austen Trivia Event on Saturday 18 July at the Roseville Church Hall, from 4.00pm to 6.00pm. Gather your team or come by yourself and join us for a delightful afternoon of trivia! The cost is $25, or book a table of 8 for $180. Welcome bubbles and winter nibbles included.
24/07/2026 – 26/07/2026
The Glendronach: An Ode to The Highlands
ACE Hotel Sydney
This winter, The Glendronach is inviting you to experience a new immersive whisky foraging trail. Part hidden whisky bar, part sensory foraging trail, the experience invites guests to journey through four immersive chapters inspired by The Glendronach’s Masters Anthology Collection, exploring the whisky through flavour, aroma, sound and texture while discovering the story behind the distillery’s 200-year history. Tickets available at: https://theglendronach_odetothehighlands.eventbrite.com.au/
24/07/2026 – 25/07/2026
The Village Milk Bar takes over The Neighbourhood Cafe
The Neighbourhood Cafe at September Studios, Darlinghurst
For two days, The Neighbourhood Cafe at September Studios in Darlinghurst will transform into The Village Milk Bar, a free community space created especially for new mums and their village. Visitors can drop in for free coffee and Tokyo Lamington treats, along with fresh flowers, write a note to the mum in their life at the Village Post Box, and connect with other parents in a welcoming, feeding-friendly and pram-friendly space. A complimentary lactation consultant will also be available on 24 July 10am – 12pm for anyone seeking support.
28/07/2026
Free Taco Tuesday at Manly’s Best Taco Joint Tuesday 28th of July
Chica Bonita, Manly
Lime is giving away free tacos (limited to two per person) with the taco selection including a their infamous fish taco, iconic KFC cauliflower and all tacos will be served with a big wedge of LIME. You can opt for take-away or enjoy the two tacos at one of the tables at the restaurant. On site there will also be Lime staff introducing the locals to Lime. This community moment is to celebrate the recent launch of Lime into Manly, marking its move into in to Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Location: Chica Bonita, 9 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095 Time: From 1pm till 3pm, or till stock lasts!
29/07/2026
Genesis Owusu’s exclusive “Fans First” gig
Bat & Ball Hotel, Redfern
Genesis Owusu is set to return to the state. teaming up with Spotify for an intimate fan-first performance. Genesis has just completed his REDSTAR WU & THE WORLDWIDE SCOURGE tour, in celebration of his third studio album. Known for pushing creative boundaries across rap, punk, soul, and experimental music, the artist will be treating his top fans to an exclusive performance in the heart of Sydney as part of Spotify’s Turn Up Aus initiative.
30/07/2026 – 15/08/2026
lacuna
Downstairs Theatre, Belvoir – 25 Belvoir St, Surry Hills NSW 2010
Claudia is jobless, cashless and flailing. Doomscrolling in the dark, ignoring emails from Centrelink, she wallows in the aftermath of an earth-shattering fight with her Mum. Why can’t Claudia just get a job like a good Chinese daughter? So, Claudia is delighted when a plum job opportunity falls right into her lap. Location: The underworld. Employer: Meng Po, the Goddess of Oblivion. Job Description: Erasing memories from the living. Salary: Negotiable. Playwright Eric Jiang and director Nicole Pingon join forces for an epic underworld dive into family, forgetting and the dire consequences of commodifying the divine.
31/07/2026 – 12/09/2026
Top Silk
Ensemble Theatre, 78 McDougall Street, Kirribilli 2061
Ensemble Theatre presents the revival of David Williamson’s ‘Top Silk’, a razor-sharp exploration of the cut-throat world of the legal elite, from 31 July to 12 September 2026. Jane risks everything to help an old flame, and her world quickly unravels – both in the courtroom and at home. Her husband Trevor, a prominent barrister, faces his own ethical conundrum: defend a powerful media mogul to advance his career or protect his integrity.
14/08/2026
New Now 2026
ACO On the Pier: Suite 3/13A Hickson Rd, Dawes Point NSW 2000
A showcase of boundless creativity and bold new directions, New Now celebrates the next wave of Australian musical voices. Developed through the CoLAB: Composer Accelerator Program, New Now 2026 unveils four world premiere works from rising stars — Jessie Leov (NZ), Robert McIntyre (VIC), Thomas Misson (TAS) and Beth Roche (NSW) — each offering a distinct and fearless vision of the future. Now in its sixth year, and with previous showcases selling out, New Now has quickly become an annual meeting ground where artists, industry and audiences alike come together to experience and celebrate the music and voices shaping tomorrow.
15/08/2026
Sydney Male Choir – The Power of Song
Sydney Town Hall, George Street Sydney CBD
Our annual fund-raising concert in the magnificent Sydney Town Hall with the Grand Organ. Ticket Prices: Adult $59.00; Concession $54.00, Child under 16 FREE. Group of 10 or more $49.00. Don’t forget if you have a promotion code USE it to get a $10.00 discount off the Full Adult price. BUY NOW Follow this link to book tickets https://www.trybooking.com/DLVOB This year’s concert recognises the importance of men’s health and is proudly supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia.
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Deadly Dozen Fitness Race and Australia’s Strongest Man Join the Lineup for the AusFitness Expo
The AusFitness Expo is back in Sydney this September, and the 2026 edition is shaping up to be the biggest yet.
Running across three days at the International Convention Centre, September 11, 12 and 13, the event sits alongside the AusFitness Industry Trade Show & Summit and brings together hundreds of athletes competing across a surprisingly broad range of disciplines: Fitness Racing, CrossFit, Strongman, Powerlifting, ICN, Street Workout, Street Lifting, and more.
New to the lineup this year is the Deadly Dozen Fitness Race, which is a must-do for anyone who enjoys the challenge of a fitness race, or watching one. Additionally, bodybuilding legends and athletes are also set to appear for exclusive workouts and Q&As throughout the weekend.
Beyond the competition floor, over 150 top-tier brands will be set up across nutrition, supplements, apparel and training gear, most running expo-only deals and handing out samples, so it’s worth coming with a bag.
Whether you’re there to compete, watch, or just wander and try new things, you’ll be surrounded by a high-energy crowd that lives and breathes fitness culture. Tickets and the full schedule are available at ausfitnessexpo.com.au/sydney.
When: Friday September 11th, Saturday September 12th, Sunday September 13th, 2026
Where: The International Convention Centre, Sydney
Cost: From $20
11/10/2026
Step Out for Cancer
Walkers arrive at Allianz Stadium, Moore Park – Runners arrive at Royal Randwick Racecourse, Randwick
Step Out for Cancer is an all-ages community event operated by Tour de Cure and raising funds for the new Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre in Randwick. It’s the ultimate day out for a cause – walk or run to help end childhood cancer!