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  • Airline EP Launch

    Oxford Art Factory, 46 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst

    On March 26th, Airline will celebrate the release of their second EP at the Oxford Art Factory, a renowned venue in Sydney's rock scene. Known for their contributions to the shoegaze and grunge genres, Airline will perform a mix of new tracks and classic favorites. The event will also feature performances from notable acts such as Twelve Point Buck, Gush from Melbourne, Creeping Jenny, and Juno Eclipse, promising a diverse night of rock music that spans shoegaze, heavy grunge, alternative, hard fuzz, and emo. This gathering not only highlights the local music scene but also pays homage to the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, acknowledging the land on which the event takes place. With a lineup of impressive talent, this EP launch is set to be a memorable night for fans of the genre.

    Tags: Indie

  • May Q And A Craft Club

    Addison Road, Marrickville

    The May Q&A Craft Club is a new social group hosted by Project Home Unity for queer autistic adults, funded by the Australian Government through the National Disability Insurance Agency. Held on Wednesday, 6 May 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM AEST at 42a/142 Addison Rd, Marrickville NSW, the event offers a safe and affirming space for socializing and optional craft activities including fibre arts, collage, painting, and jewellery making. Materials are supplied, along with vegan and gluten-free food and drinks, board games, and reading materials; participants can bring their own projects and take home their creations. Facilitated by Eddie (he/him) and Ari (she/they) with a maximum of 20 attendees, engagement is flexible with no mandatory participation.

    Tags: Art, Community, Workshop

  • Annamese x Brendan Pang

    Barangaroo Avenue, Barangaroo

    Annamese x Brendan Pang is a one-night-only collaborative dinner on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Annamese in Barangaroo, Sydney. The event features a seven-course meal blending modern Vietnamese cuisine from Annamese with Brendan Pang's bold Asian flavors, influenced by his Mauritian-Chinese heritage and MasterChef fame as the 'king of dumplings'. Guests experience the evening together across two seatings at 6:00 PM (indoor) and 6:30 PM (covered outdoor), with a welcome beverage, vegetarian options, and allocated seating. Strictly for those 18+, it offers an elevated exploration of traditional flavors through a contemporary lens, highlighting precision, nostalgia, and culinary innovation.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Culture

  • Artist To Artist Tax For Artists And Creatives

    Level 8, 11 York Street, Sydney

    The Artist-2-Artist: Tax for Artists and Creatives is a practical two-hour workshop held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM AEST at the City of Sydney Creative Studios. Led by Red Rey, a Chartered Accountant and multi-disciplinary artist with 15 years of tax experience specializing in the arts sector, the session covers essential topics including ABNs, grants, deductions, GST, and record-keeping for creative freelancers. Participants will gain tools to manage income from gigs and grants, understand compliance obligations, and approach tax season confidently. Aimed at artists, creatives, and freelancers with no prior tax knowledge required, the event offers community tickets for those in financial hardship and emphasizes accessibility with support for access requirements.

    Tags: Education, Workshop, Business

  • Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

    Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach

    The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase on May 6, 2026, promises a night filled with laughter at the Bondi Pavilion Theatre. Featuring a lineup of top comics from the 2026 Festival, this event showcases both well-known and emerging comedians. With a runtime from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, attendees can expect a massive night of entertainment that has sold out year after year. Suitable for ages 15 and up, the event contains adult themes and coarse language, so parental discretion is advised.

    Tags: Comedy, Entertainment, Live Event

  • Refettorio Pay It Forward Dinner

    410 Crown Street, Surry Hills

    Refettorio Pay It Forward Dinner is a single-day charity event on 6 May 2026, from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at Refettorio OzHarvest Sydney in Surry Hills. Guests enjoy a three-course vegetarian meal made from sustainably sourced, zero-waste local produce, accompanied by non-alcoholic drinks. This Australian-first collaboration between OzHarvest and chef Massimo Bottura's Food for Soul supports free daytime meals for those experiencing food insecurity. The not-for-profit community hub emphasizes dignity, respect, and planetary health through its global Refettorio model.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Charity

  • Conversation and Connection

    Campbelltown Arts Centre, 1 Art Gallery Road, Campbelltown

    The Conversation and Connection chamber music concert features refined strings and elegant melodies performed by the internationally acclaimed Pipa π Chamber Ensemble from the China Conservatory of Music, in collaboration with the China Cultural Centre in Sydney. The program explores the richness of Chinese music through iconic classics like Ambush from Ten Sides and A Moonlit Night on the Spring River, alongside contemporary works such as Summer by Jing Sun and Morning Fog by Zhongshan Wang, highlighting the pipa and blending Chinese and Western traditions. Held on 6 May 2026 from 19:00 to 20:00 in the intimate Meers Hall at the Naala Badu Building, Art Gallery of New South Wales, the event showcases virtuosic performances by artists including pipa virtuoso Yong Ge and guzheng performer Xiaoling Yang. Seating is limited, emphasizing the exclusive nature of this cultural dialogue in Sydney.

    Tags: Music, Culture, Chamber Music

  • Dancing Freedom with Caitlin

    Glebe Town Hall, 160 St Johns Rd, Glebe

    Dancing Freedom with Caitlin is a conscious dance session offering free-form movement through elemental waves of Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether to foster resilience, awareness, and compassion. Led by experienced teacher Caitlin Wood at Glebe Town Hall on May 6, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, the event welcomes all bodies with no dance experience required. Participants engage in a drug- and alcohol-free space emphasizing mindfulness, community, and personal healing. Guidelines promote respect, scent-free attendance, and phone-free immersion for a supportive environment.

    Tags: Dancing, Health & Wellness

  • Wednesday Comedy

    The Chippendale Hotel, 87-91 Abercrombie Street, Chippendale

    The Wednesday Comedy show on May 6, 2026, at Stand OUT Comedy Club promises a joyful and high-energy experience featuring professional comedians. Hosted by MC Reece Boyall, this event is designed to create a welcoming atmosphere filled with laughter and community spirit. With a vibrant sunflower theme, it caters to various occasions, making it an ideal choice for work drinks, date nights, or simply a fun night out with friends. Tickets are available for general admission, group discounts, and student rates.

    Tags: Comedy, Entertainment, Live Event

  • Dorian Blue A Gsn Event

    St Pauls Street, Randwick

    Dorian Blue, a dynamic 6-piece Latin Funk Jazz band led by saxophonist Peter MacDonough, performs at Kalyx Lounge Bar & Club as a special event sponsored by the Great Southern Nights Festival 2026. The single-day concert on 6 May 2026 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM features a fusion of Latin rhythms, funky grooves, and jazz improvisation, drawing from their debut album A Portrait of Dorian Blue. The lineup includes Alister Spence on piano, Scott Leishman on guitar, Simon Kong on bass, Glenn Wilson on drums, and Juan Andres on percussion. This high-energy lounge bar performance offers a groove-driven and musically sophisticated experience in Randwick, NSW.

    Tags: Music, Latin Funk Jazz

  • Sheaf Wednesdays | May 6 'w' SEBA

    The Golden Sheaf, 429 New South Head Road, Double Bay

    Sheaf Wednesdays is a longstanding mid-week electronic and dance party held weekly at The Golden Sheaf Hotel in Double Bay, Sydney, celebrating over 10 years as the city's iconic Wednesday night event. It features performances by Sydney's top DJs, creating a high-energy atmosphere with great vibes. Drink specials include $7.50 drinks from 9pm to 11pm, alongside free entry all night. Early bird ticket holders arriving before 9:30pm receive a complimentary drink, and birthday groups of 8+ get a $100 bar tab, with smaller groups still eligible for a free drink. The event takes place at 429 New South Head Road, starting around 9pm. It is strictly an 18+ event with an explicit over-18 age restriction.

    Tags: Electronic, Dance

  • Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase

    Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach

    The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase on May 6, 2026, promises a night filled with laughter at the Bondi Pavilion Theatre. Featuring a lineup of top comics from the festival, this event showcases both well-known and emerging comedians, ensuring a memorable evening of entertainment. With a duration of 1 hour and 30 minutes, the show is suitable for ages 15 and up, and is known for its adult themes and coarse language. Tickets are priced at $45 and are expected to sell out quickly, so securing a seat in advance is recommended.

    Tags: Comedy, Entertainment, Live Event

  • GCH Coffee Flight

    7a/2 Huntley St, Alexandria

    The GCH Coffee Flight is a single-day sensory tasting class at Genovese Coffee House, scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Coffee professionals guide participants through coffees from around the world, exploring brew methods, processing techniques, and varietals to reveal unique flavors in each cup. Attendees discover how brewing changes the taste of the same bean and engage their senses in a relaxed, educational environment with no right or wrong answers. The one-hour session costs $75 per person and emphasizes learning and enjoyment, with a light-hearted caution about varying caffeine levels.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Education, Workshop

  • Make Your Own Spice Mix Indian Spices In 1800s Liverpool

    Yellamundie Library, 52 Scott Street, Liverpool

    This single-day workshop explores the historical use of Indian spices like turmeric, cumin, and cardamom in Australia's colonial era during the early 1800s, focusing on how migration shaped culinary traditions. Participants will create their own garam masala blend under the guidance of Museums of History NSW Curator Dr. Jacqui Newling and spice expert Bhavna Kalra Shivalkar of The Modern Desi. All materials are provided, and no prior experience is required. The event takes place on 7 May 2026 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at Liverpool City Library. Aimed at adults 18 and older, it combines hands-on activity with storytelling about spice origins and Indian cooking techniques.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Education, Workshop, Culture

  • Women Controlling Crime

    Sydney Mechanics' School of Arts, 280 Pitt Street, Sydney

    Women Controlling Crime is a single-day author talk featuring three acclaimed Australian crime fiction writers: Georgia Harper, Mercedes Mercier, and Jane Caro, discussing the power of women's voices in the genre and how they reshape narratives of violence and legal failure. The event takes place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Henry Carmichael Theatre in Sydney Mechanics’ School of Arts, with arrivals from 5:30 PM, the talk from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, followed by drinks and nibbles until 8:00 PM. Works highlighted include Harper’s Dove, Mercier’s The Couples Retreat, and Caro’s Lyrebird, each exploring unique perspectives on crime and society. Part of the BAD Sydney Crime Writers Festival, it offers an opportunity for literary discussion and networking with the authors. Tickets for the talk and drinks are sold separately.

    Tags: Education, Culture