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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru transports you to ancient Peru with breathtaking artefacts and immersive storytelling. With over 130 artefacts and one of the most impressive collections of gold to ever tour the globe, this is an exhibition not to be missed. Read our review here.
You’ve seen Squid Game on Netflix, now play it in real life! Squid Game: The Experience in Sydney is the ultimate test of survival, strategy, and skill as you go head to head with other contestants in a series of challenges masterminded by the infamous Front Man. Let the games begin…
Families of all ages are invited to draw inspiration from Julie Mehretu: A Transcore of the Radical Imaginatory at our free drop-in activity space this summer. Photos of the Family Space: Drawing Together and activities available here.
Outstanding artworks by Year 12 visual arts students from across New South Wales
Life Chronicles in Sydney takes you on a breathtaking journey through the Earth's history, from the origins of life 3.5 billion years ago to the rise of humans.
The Intelligence of Painting throws a spotlight on the energy of contemporary painting in Australia today through the work of 14 Australian women artists.
Step into an immersive experience inspired by Disney’s Snow White and explore a mysterious path through an enchanted forest, where every detail is crafted to bring this timeless fairytale to life.
An interactive card exchange celebrating the pleasure of birthdays and community
The first solo museum exhibition by Kamilaroi artist Warraba Weatherall.
Join Opera Australia for Sydney’s best night out. With fireworks every night, take your seats under the stars for a Broadway musical spectacular.
Between April 1 and May 18, immerse yourself in a unique universe with “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” at SEA LIFE Sydney! The renowned video game, developed by Nintendo, offers an immersive experience into a world where you can build the life you want, create an island home, and interact with colourful residents.
Museums of History NSW is delighted to announce a dramatic new art installation by renowned multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango at the Hyde Park Barracks from 11 April 2025.
We’re teaming up with our friends at Parliament House of NSW and Hyde Park Barracks to give you a full day of activities that’s guaranteed to be three times the fun!
How the cat purred and how the witch grinned. As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind… The witch and her cat are flying happily on their broomstick – until a stormy wind blows away the witch’s hat, bow and wand.
In a world full of musical instruments, delicate props, cut-out images, maps and small objects, two performers weave stories of adventures big and small, with a play space for children after the performance.
The Harbour Sunset Tribute is a special commemoration featuring more than 100 of Australia's best military, veteran and civilian artists - all coming together to honour the fallen.
Before they embark on their global tour, The Wiggles are bringing their brand new Bouncing Balls! show to the shores of Australia!
Before they embark on their global tour, The Wiggles are bringing their brand new Bouncing Balls! show to the shores of Australia!
Australia’s most popular annual arts events
Colour is transformative, magical and political.
Cerith Wyn Evans creates epic contemporary environments of light and sound in our major winter exhibition.
The Makers & Shakers Sydney features a curated lineup of 130 handmade stalls including homewares, slow fashion, food and drink.
The art of Yirrkala is inextricably intertwined with its cultural, political and social history.
A madcap musical about childish grown-up men, featuring two performers, songs, funny quarrels, a bit of bickering and eventually a happy ending.
The first state art museum retrospective of one of Australia’s great artistic visionaries
Key works from the Kaldor Collection feature in an exhibition space created by Thomas Demand
Contagiously upbeat and full of heart, the ever-innovative Mario the Maker Magician leads you through an explosion of handmade art and robot magic for all ages.
A presentation of recent and new installations by Yasmin Smith.
Make yourself at home in an underground art park
These works by Australian women artists are both a celebration and a challenge.
This exhibition is the first of its kind in a major Australian museum and is presented as part of the Sydney International Art Series 2025–26.
DreamWorks Animation, Universal Destinations and Experiences and TEG Life Like Touring are delighted to announce the World Premiere season of GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! opening Down Under in 2025. The Australian tour will play Melbourne’s Princess Theatre ahead of tour dates in Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide and Hobart from March to April 2025.
Version 2.0 will be an explosion of neon lights, art installations, music and food in Chinatown and Haymarket, kicking off from 15 March to 6 April 2025.
Join us as Disney in Concert returns to the Sydney Opera House in this new, spectacular concert experience.
Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.
The biggest dinosaurs ever are stomping into Sydney Zoo in Eastern Creek for an unforgettable adventure!
Celebrate the 2025 Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras with a free dance class for LGBTIQA+ community of all ages and all abilities!
This February, the Australian National Maritime Museum, in partnership with the China Cultural Centre, will present a full day of cultural performances and family-friendly creative workshops to celebrate Lunar New Year.
Step into a colourful wonderland at Sydney’s iconic Luna Park with Lite-Brite: Worlds of Wonder.
Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Snake with our friendly volunteer guides on a roving art-making tour of the Art Gallery of New South Wales collection.
Georges River Council is proudly hosting one of Sydney’s largest Council-led Lunar New Year celebrations, welcoming the Year of the Snake on Saturday 1 February 2025.
Experience the heart-thumping beats of Lunar New Year as dancers from Lion Dance Kids perform remarkable acrobatic stunts and storytelling through dance in front of the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ north building, Naala Badu.
The New Beginnings Festival transforms the Australian National Maritime Museum into a vibrant canvas of contemporary expression for one extraordinary day each year.
Prepared to be whisked away into Claris' world of style, sparkle, and joie de vivre.
The prestigious Chatswood Year of the Snake Festival is an annual festival celebrating Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year or Spring Festival.
Honouring a long lineage of shell artists
Join us for a celebration of Afghan culture, co-produced with artist Bibi Goul Mossavi, for Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Sensory storytimeStorytelling and art-making for all ages
Create the picnic scene of your dreams in this hands-on workshop with artist Bonnie Huang, as part of Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Join us from 9am on Sunday 19 January 2025 for a sensory-friendly early-entry visit to the Art Gallery of New South Wales as part of Hive Festival.
Meet one of our volunteer guides on the ground level of Naala Nura, our south building, for a roving art-making tour, and look up, up and away!
Join Wiradyuri artist Bria McCarthy for a shadow puppet and performance workshop, as part of Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Play, read and relax in a space for the whole family to enjoy during Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Explore the wonder and joy of flight in these workshops specifically designed for our littlest visitors and their parents and carers during Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Flights of fancy by artists Claire Healy and Sean Cordeiro is at the heart of the Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Hive Festival returns this summer – a festival for children and families.
Design and decorate your own small version of a ship’s sail in this hands-on workshop with artist Nebbi Boii, as part of Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Learn how to play ukulele and perform alongside Toy Choir at Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Sit back, relax and catch a movie on the big screen as part of Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
Hive Festival returns this summer – a festival for children and families.
Guided by artist Claudia Nicholson, create your own sticker collage in this workshop held in conjunction with the exhibition Magritte at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.
