Bastille Festival returns to Circular Quay and The Rocks from 16–19 July 2026, bringing four vibrant winter days of French food, wine, music and culture to the harbour’s edge and it’s completely free to attend.

The free, fun-filled Hive festival for kids and families returns to the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026.

In 2026 the Australian National Maritime Museum is proud to announce its largest Vivid Sydney program to date, celebrating Indigenous artforms and storytelling.

Drawing on her own stories, Venezuelan cultural archives, and the diasporic conditions that shape her sense of belonging, her works often take the form of textiles, paintings and multidisciplinary installations.

The 25th Biennale of Sydney will take place 14th March to 14th June 2026 - more info coming soon.

There’s magic in store! The DisneyStore.com.au Pop-Up Experience is now open for the very first time at Westfield Chatswood.

Our much-loved annual exhibition highlights outstanding artworks by Year 12 visual arts students from across New South Wales.

SEARCHERS: Graffiti and Contemporary Art is a major exhibition that brings together more than 30 of Australia's most dynamic artists – from underground graffiti writers to celebrated contemporary painters – united by a single electrifying medium: spray paint. 

Our free, fun-filled festival for kids and families returns to the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 January 2026.

Blacktown Garage Party invites the public to our backyard! Taking over the Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre for two days, artists Sione Monu and Salote Tawale create an installation inspired by the aesthetics of the garage and adorned by community. Think corrugated iron, lavalava, tarpaulins, Christmas decorations from 2003.  

In Sydney today, conversations across difference can feel fraught and polarised. It’s never been harder to sit across a table and truly listen. In this moment, Conflictorium offers a space to dignify contradictions, recognising conflict not as failure but as a vital part of life. 

This free workshop gives you the chance to build official Bandai model kits, learn tips from fellow builders and enjoy a relaxed hands-on experience.

Sculptor Julia Phillips creates work that examines relationships between individuals and the public, between people and institutions. Her participatory public artwork Observer, Observed invites you to think about public surveillance and what it really means to “look”.  

Held is a series of sculptural works designed by Yuwaalaraay Wirringgaa and Designer Lucy Simpson. Four forms designed to honour land, sky and sea Country from across each of the four pillars, in a grounded moment of convergence. 

A colourful, touchable, wearable play space created by artist HOSSEI

Ready to discover Australia's wild side? The new and reimagined Surviving Australia exhibition is now open - bigger, bolder, and more thrilling than ever!

The whole family is invited to step into Creature by Box of Birds/Stalker Theatre – a free, interactive experience that brings the Australian bush to life.

Dig It! will deliver a rich, multisensory, family-friendly experience that invites you to experience the excitement and challenges of archaeological excavation for yourself.

Opening in December 2025, Unearthed will display a fascinating selection of objects excavated from the site.

Enjoy choirs singing carols under the Martin Place Christmas tree.