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Discover Amazing Events and Activities Near You in Sydney, NSW

  • Sydney Royal Easter Show

    Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

    The Sydney Royal Easter Show is an annual festival that celebrates Australian culture, agriculture, and community spirit. Scheduled for April 2026, this event features a variety of attractions including livestock competitions, agricultural displays, and live entertainment. Visitors can enjoy thrilling rides, food stalls showcasing local produce, and performances by renowned artists. The show also emphasizes themes of sustainability and education, making it a significant event for both locals and tourists. While it offers a vibrant atmosphere, it is important to note that the event has an age restriction of 18 and over, making it suitable for an adult audience only.

    Tags: Festivals

  • Members and Volunteers Preview The Art of Adaptation

    1a West Esplanade, Manly

    The Members’ & Volunteers’ Preview offers the first look and curatorial walk-through of the new exhibition 'The Art of Adaptation: Culture Changes Everywhere' at Manly Art Gallery & Museum. This single-day event on 10 April 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, surveys a decade of projects by the Kandos School of Cultural Adaptation, featuring works from artists including Diego Bonetto, Laura Fisher, Lucas Ihlein, and others. The exhibition explores how creative practice drives cultural change in response to climate challenges and shifting social conditions. It underscores art's role as both reflection and a tool for community adaptation. The preview is priced at $5 with free general admission options and optional donations.

    Tags: Art, Culture

  • Jarryd Goundrey The Navy Band Apology Tour

    169 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst

    Jarryd Goundrey brings his Navy Band Apology Tour to Sydney for a single-night stand-up performance on April 10, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Carousel Bar & Ballroom. The show features a brand-new hour of storytelling centered on military mayhem, an accidental roast of The Navy Band at a 2023 charity gig, and tales from his nine years of stand-up and post-uniform life. Fresh from international tours in the UK, Indonesia, New Zealand, and the Middle East, Goundrey delivers sharp, relatable humor that has garnered over 100 million online views and praise from comics like Jimeoin and Jim Jefferies. Presented by 81 Touring, Veterans First Consulting, and hosted by iD Comedy, this event showcases his cult following in Australia's live comedy scene. Tickets are priced from $35 to $40, with no refunds available.

    Tags: Comedy

  • The 7 Comedians Show

    Roseville Cinemas, 112 Pacific Highway, Roseville

    The 7 Comedians Show is a popular live stand-up comedy event featuring seven surprise performers from Sydney's comedy scene, held at Roseville Cinemas. Scheduled for Friday, April 10, 2026, from 7:30 PM to 10:15 PM, the show offers a diverse lineup that changes each time, drawing on over 10 years of sold-out performances and more than 5,500 positive reviews. Audiences can enjoy drinks and snacks from the cinema bar, with drinks permitted in the theatre. Rated M15+ for mature audiences due to coarse language and adult themes including sexual and drug references, it targets couples and groups seeking a hilarious Friday night out.

    Tags: Comedy

  • Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders Thunderstruck Routine

    85 Warners Ave, Bondi Beach

    This single-day masterclass offers participants the opportunity to learn the famous Thunderstruck routine from the Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders, inspired by the popular Netflix series. Hosted by LA Real Dance Studios at Tap Dogs HQ in Bondi Beach, the event takes place on 11 April 2026 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM. Suitable for all levels with no prior dance or cheerleading experience required, it emphasizes female empowerment, fun, and a supportive environment. Pom poms are provided, and the session includes learning, perfecting, and filming the routine, with safety measures like no jump splits to prevent injuries. Spots are limited for this engaging experience down under.

    Tags: Dancing, Workshop

  • Superfood Ramen Cooking Class

    Mosman Club

    The Superfood Ramen Cooking Class is a hands-on workshop led by celebrated chef Yoshiko Takeuchi, who brings over 20 years of experience from Sydney's top kitchens, authorship of cookbooks like 'Cooking with Japanese Superfoods,' and TV appearances including The Biggest Loser. Participants learn to prepare MSG-free, traditional Japanese ramen dishes such as shoyu ramen, miso ramen, egg-free noodles, and toppings, using high-quality superfoods for health benefits like longevity and immune boosting. The plant-based menu also includes green leaf salad with miso dressing and dairy-free blancmange, served with alkaline water and matcha tea. Held on 11/04/2026 from 10:00 to 12:30 at Radio Cairo Restaurant in Mosman, the class emphasizes easy-to-replicate home recipes with no washing required, allowing focus on learning, cooking, eating, and fun.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Workshop, Culture

  • PULSE TOURS: LUNA PARK DAY TRIP

    Luna Park, 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point

    The PULSE TOURS: LUNA PARK DAY TRIP is a guided group excursion to Sydney's iconic Luna Park amusement park, organized as a social outing for students to explore, ride attractions, and connect with others. Scheduled for Saturday, 11 April 2026, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Luna Park Sydney, the event offers unlimited ride passes, a meal voucher, guided group travel combined with free time, and subsidized pricing for participants. Key attractions include thrilling rides, waterfront views, and classic carnival vibes in a daytime setting. It targets university students, particularly UOW students and Pulse Perks members, with tickets priced at $30 for UOW students and $25 for members, and limited spots available. Despite the family-oriented nature of the venue, the event carries an explicit OVER18 age restriction.

    Tags: Other

  • Sci Maa Workshop Who Am I Raise Your Voice

    163 Birrell St, Waverley

    The SCI-MAA Workshop – Who Am I? Raise Your Voice is a single-day event on 11/04/2026 from 11:00 to 14:00 at Jubilee Church in Waverley, Sydney. Participants engage in expressive activities starting with SCI-MAA Level 01 Sacred Guided Linguistic Dance, incorporating active meditation, Water Language, and Reiki, followed by sharing sessions with snacks provided. Led by SCI-MAA Guides and founded by Sabine Leila Laliya Lepoultier Touré, it explores universal body language, sacred geometry, and energy healing to boost self-awareness, reduce stress, and foster connections. Open to all, including children and those with disabilities, with accommodations available upon request. Comfortable clothing is recommended for dancing and floor sitting.

    Tags: Dancing, Workshop, Health & Wellness

  • Wine And Cheese Fest

    Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

    The inaugural Sydney Wine & Cheese Fest debuts at Carriageworks on Saturday, 11 April 2026, bringing 13 years of Melbourne success to the city with over 200 wines, dozens of artisan cheeses, and gourmet delights from boutique producers across NSW, Victoria, and beyond. Attendees enjoy unlimited tastings, free hands-on masterclasses with winemakers, cheesemakers, and sommeliers, plus live music, DJs, and roving performers across two sessions: midday from 12:00 to 15:30 and afternoon from 16:00 to 19:30. The event transforms the indoor venue into a sensory playground, encouraging discovery and purchase of unique small-batch products. Intended primarily for adults with responsible alcohol service, children under 18 may enter free if accompanied by a guardian but cannot consume alcohol. All areas are wheelchair accessible, and the festival proceeds in any weather.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Festival, Music

  • Animation Crash Course

    38 Victoria Rd, Rozelle

    ACE Parramatta, in partnership with ReanimatedAU, hosts the Animation Crash Course, a hands-on demonstration for emerging and early-career animators on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 8 Victoria Rd, Parramatta. Led by animators Wilton Lander from Flying Bark, Studio Moshi, and Half Giant, and Amira Stanbouli from Arena Media and Aracourt Studio, participants explore character animation fundamentals, translating live-action references into animated performances. The session covers the animation process from movement interpretation to final output, ideal for beginners and intermediates. It offers practical skills, production insights, and pathways to the Reanimated 2026 project. The free event requires bookings.

    Tags: Art, Education, Workshop

  • Seasonal Feasts Autumn Love in a Pot

    2 Balls Head Dr, Waverton

    Seasonal Feasts: Autumn Love in a Pot is a single session from a four-part cooking workshop series at The Coal Loader Centre for Sustainability, focusing on hearty autumn soups and stews using seasonal vegetables. Scheduled for 11 April 2026 from 1 PM to 3 PM, the event features live cooking demonstrations, tastings of dishes like traditional Greek Fasolakia stew, and tips on reducing food waste and enhancing gut health with microbiome-supporting ingredients. Participants will brainstorm seasonal recipes and learn sustainable kitchen practices suitable for all cooking levels from novices to experts. The free workshop, limited to those 16 years and over, takes place at the Genia McCaffery Centre within the venue and includes potential allergens such as wheat, dairy, eggs, and nuts.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Education, Workshop

  • Kids Workshop Mira Mura Galing Bila Singing Up the Rain for the River

    1a West Esplanade, Manly

    This single-day kids workshop, titled Mira-Mura Galing Bila: Singing up the Rain for the River, takes place on 11 April 2026 from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM at Manly Art Gallery & Museum. Led by Dabee Wiradjuri Elder and artist Peter Swain, the session engages youth aged 7-18 in participatory storytelling, collaborative drawing, a stone ceremony with river stones, and exploration of the artist's sand art installation. Participants learn about the cultural significance of water to Aboriginal people and the interconnected relationships between water, land, and life. Part of the Kandos School of Cultural Adaptation workshop series alongside the exhibition The Art of Adaptation: Culture Changes Everywhere, all materials are provided, and parents or guardians are welcome to stay throughout. Tickets are priced at $30 general admission or $27 for MAG&M Society members.

    Tags: Art, Education, Workshop, Culture

  • Sydney Royal Easter Show Social Meetup

    Sydney Olympic Park Hockey Centre, Shirley Strickland Avenue, Sydney Olympic Park

    The Sydney Royal Easter Show Social Meetup hosted by WanderBuddies offers a fun day at the iconic Sydney Royal Easter Show on April 11, 2026, from 2 PM to 7 PM at Sydney Olympic Park. Participants can enjoy thrilling rides, adorable farm animals, live shows, competitions, pavilions, show bags, and a variety of food stalls blending country and city vibes. This event emphasizes social connections, ideal for expats, locals, solo attendees, and adventure seekers to meet new people and share experiences. It combines classic fair attractions with a group meetup atmosphere focused on exploration and making memories.

    Tags: Community, Food & Drink, Outdoors

  • Chinatown Asia Live Experience Royal Botanical Gardens Special

    Man O'War Steps, Farm Cove Street, Sydney

    The Chinatown ASIA LIVE Experience + Royal Botanical Gardens Special is a 4km easy guided walking tour through Sydney's vibrant urban landscapes during the limited-time ASIA LIVE 2026 festival. Led by Beckie, participants start at the historic Man O'War Steps near the Sydney Opera House at 5:00 PM on April 11, 2026, departing sharply at 5:15 PM, wandering through the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and ending in the electric atmosphere of Chinatown's Haymarket with lanterns, floral installations, and buzzing food hubs. The evening from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM emphasizes cultural immersion, sensory delights, and community vibes, followed by optional social recovery with food and drinks. Fully insured with a first aid-trained guide, it's welcoming to kids and adults alike during school holidays, requiring comfortable shoes and positive energy.

    Tags: Culture, Outdoors, Food & Drink

  • Double Double Toil and Table: A Bard's Banquet

    UTS Building 5, 1 Quay Street, Haymarket

    Double Double Toil and Table: A Bard's Banquet is a single-day event featuring a screening of Justin Kurzel's 2015 Macbeth, a visually stunning and haunting adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy. Following the film, attendees enjoy themed treats that enhance the immersive experience. Hosted by the Melbourne University Shakespeare Company at Market Hall G01 in Parkville on April 11, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The student theatre group focuses on bold productions of Shakespeare's works in a welcoming environment for creatives and audiences. This event combines cinematic artistry with sensory indulgence centered on one of literature's darkest tales.

    Tags: Culture, Education