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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

  • Mindful Photography Workshop

    Wahroonga Park, Wahroonga

    The Mindful Photography Workshop is a single-day event designed to support mental health and wellbeing for those impacted by cancer through creative photography practice. Participants explore the hospital grounds outdoors, mindfully capturing moments of calm and beauty during challenging times. Facilitated by Barbara Clarke, a Registered Nurse and award-winning photographer who teaches at the local Community College, the 1.5-hour session occurs on 1 May 2026 from 11:00 to 12:00 at the Cancer Support Centre. The free workshop welcomes patients, family members, and friends, with smartphones or any cameras encouraged. It offers a reflective, supportive experience in a warm, informal environment.

    Tags: Art, Health & Wellness, Workshop

  • Meatstock Sydney - The Music and Barbecue Festival 2026

    Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

    Meatstock Sydney 2026 is a unique music and barbecue festival taking place at the Sydney Showground on May 1st and 2nd, 2026. This event promises an exciting weekend filled with world-class barbecue and a stellar lineup of musical performances, featuring artists such as L.A.B, Thundamentals, and The Dreggs. In addition to the music, attendees can enjoy thrilling competitions like the Heat Beads BBQ Wars and the World Butcher Wars Challenge, showcasing top culinary talents. The festival also includes action-packed entertainment such as bull riding and various contests, making it a vibrant celebration of barbecue culture. With a family-friendly atmosphere, Meatstock is designed to appeal to food lovers and music enthusiasts of all ages.

    Tags: Festivals

  • Mother's Day Ladies Lunch

    1 Bay Street, Glebe

    The Mother's Day Ladies Lunch is a special single-day community event organized by the Broadbeach State School P&C Association, taking place on May 1, 2026, from 12:30 to 14:30 at Broadbeach Tavern. Attendees enjoy grazing platters, tapas, a welcome drink, and entry into a lucky door prize, while connecting with other mums from the school community. This afternoon gathering celebrates motherhood in a relaxed setting at the Oasis Shopping Centre venue. Accessibility information is provided, and tickets are available for purchase at $50 per person.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Community

  • THE FINDERS KEEPERS SYDNEY DESIGN MARKET AW26

    Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh

    The Sydney Design Market, a renowned festival-style market, returns to Carriageworks from May 1 to May 3, featuring over 150 designers and makers showcasing unique, limited edition, and exclusive items. This event has been a staple for design enthusiasts for 18 years, offering a platform for emerging talent and a treasure trove for those seeking distinctive home and lifestyle products. The market is perfectly timed for Mother's Day, encouraging visitors to discover and purchase special gifts. Opening hours are Friday from 4 PM to 9 PM, Saturday and Sunday from 10 AM to 5 PM, with a special low sensory hour on Sunday morning. Tickets are priced at $7 for daily entry and $10 for a weekend pass, with free entry for children under 13, making it accessible for families and design lovers alike.

    Tags: Rock, Pop

  • Nutcote After Hours Twilight Tours and Garden Music

    5 Wallaringa Avenue, Neutral Bay

    Nutcote After Hours: Twilight Tours & Garden Music is a special evening event at the historic home of Australian author and illustrator May Gibbs, held as part of the Australian Heritage Festival on 1 May 2026 from 4:30pm to 7pm. Guests can enjoy guided twilight tours of the house, live performances by a local string trio in the garden, and watch the sunset over the harbour at 5:03pm. Gates open at 4:30pm with music from 5:00pm to 6:45pm, complemented by pre-order picnic packs, on-site food, and drinks from the tearoom. This family-oriented experience at May Gibbs' Nutcote in Kurraba Point offers a magical dusk atmosphere with limited spaces available.

    Tags: Music, Culture

  • MARLY FRIDAYS | MAY 1ST

    Marlborough Hotel, 145 King St, Newtown

    MARLY FRIDAYS is a weekly Friday night electronic and dance party held at the Marly Bar in Sydney, recognized as a favorite nightlife event. It features a two-level venue takeover by Marly Bar and Tokyo Sing Song, with resident DJs playing party anthems and club tracks across both rooms. Key attractions include $7 drinks from 9-11 PM, free entry before 11 PM ($10 after), a big sound system, packed dancefloors, and a beer garden. The event on May 1st offers birthday perks like free entry for groups of eight if registered, with weekly surprises and guest DJs. It is strictly 18+ only, requiring valid ID, and runs late into the night.

    Tags: Electronic, Dance

  • The Master of Nanima

    St Marys Village, Charles Hackett Drive, St Marys

    The Master of Nanima is a reimagined production of the 1962 ABC radio play by Paul Wenz, presented by Galari River Arts Forbes Inc. as a single-evening immersive storytelling event celebrating local history and literary legacy. Performed by a dedicated amateur ensemble at The Lachie Cafe on 1 May 2026 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the ticket price of $45 includes a meal at the fully licensed venue. Recommended for ages 12 and up, the production supports the Forbes Museum's Wenz Collection and restoration efforts. This community-driven performance evokes the nostalgic atmosphere of gathering around a vintage radio, appealing to history enthusiasts and arts supporters alike.

    Tags: Art, Culture, Community

  • Lebanese Night

    Nareen Parade, North Narrabeen

    Lebanese Night is a single-day cultural dinner event featuring shared platters of traditional Lebanese entrées like tabouli, falafel, and grilled halloumi, followed by mains including chicken kebab, kofta lamb cutlets, prawns, oysters, calamari, and barramundi, with unlimited beer and house wines. Live entertainment includes a mesmerising belly dancer and a four-piece traditional Lebanese band, encouraging dancing until late. Held on Friday, 1 May 2026, from 6:00 PM at Fuel Espresso Bar North Narrabeen, it follows the success of a recent Greek Night by organizers John and Alison. Bookings are essential for this vibrant evening of food, music, and cultural celebration in North Narrabeen.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Culture, Dancing

  • Opening Night In Praise of Shadows Art Exhibition

    11 Stanmore Rd, Enmore

    The opening night of In Praise of Shadows art exhibition takes place on 1 May 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Tiliqua Gallery. This artist-run initiative showcases works by painters, printmakers, and ceramicists from the National Art School, including Maureen Hine, Janine Matthews, Sasha Rose, Michelle Van Eimeren, Gemma Williams, and Veronica Wiltshire. Attendees can enjoy drinks and nibbles while viewing the artworks, many of which are available for purchase. The full exhibition continues from 30 April to 11 May 2026 with regular viewing hours. Free entry requires RSVP for catering purposes, with street and nearby public parking available.

    Tags: Art

  • Change

    Tom Mann Theatre, 136 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills

    CHANGE! is a music theatre production presented by young performers at AMPA's Tom Mann Theatre, exploring theatre's role as a catalyst for social and political change. Drawing inspiration from Bertolt Brecht and Jonathan Larson, the show features songs about freedom, loss, abuse, and hope amid contemporary global conflicts. Scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026, with performances at 6 PM and 8 PM, it offers two distinct showtimes in one evening. The production invites audiences to reflect on division and unity through powerful musical storytelling. Families and friends are encouraged to attend this engaging event at 136 Chalmers Street, Surry Hills.

    Tags: Music, Culture

  • Ladies 35+ 90s & 00s Dance, Pop + R&B

    200 Sussex Street, Sydney

    The Ladies 35+ 90s & 00s Dance, Pop + R&B event is set for May 1, 2026, at Retro Nightclub in Sydney. This vibrant dance party exclusively for women aged 35 and over features a female DJ spinning beloved tracks from the 90s and 2000s. Attendees can enjoy a lively atmosphere filled with disco balls and great vibes, while a professional photographer captures the joy of the night. Tickets are priced at $69, ensuring a guaranteed fun night out for all participants.

    Tags: Music, Dance, Community

  • Contemporary Dance Workshop with Lou Poletti

    The Hive Bar, 93 Erskineville Rd, Erskineville

    This single-day Contemporary Dance Workshop with Lou Poletti introduces floorwork foundations for all levels, from beginners to experienced dancers, on 1 May 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM AEST at Anglican Hall in Erskineville. Led by Sydney-based professional dancer Lou Poletti with 15 years of stage experience across four continents, the session covers connecting with the floor, softening versus resisting, safe rolling and falling, and simple progressions, ending with a routine or jam. Participants are encouraged to bring knee pads, socks, towel, and water. The workshop emphasizes body awareness, safer movement, and spatial interaction, foundational for styles like contact improvisation. Tickets range from $10 supported to $30 general admission.

    Tags: Dancing, Workshop

  • Merge Dating Sydney Supper Club

    The Club, 33 Bayswater Road, Potts Point

    Merge Dating: Sydney Supper Club is a curated singles dinner event for ages 28-40, held on Friday, May 1, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at 33 Bayswater Road in Potts Point. Participants enjoy a three-course Italian-inspired meal including antipasti, chicken supreme, salads, fries, and tiramisu, with welcome Prosecco and a signature cocktail. The evening features table rotations for meeting like-minded singles, transitioning from supper club dining until 8:30 PM to a DJ-led bar atmosphere and complimentary club entry from 9:00 PM. This in-person social experience emphasizes natural conversations without apps or speed dating, fostering real-life connections in an upstairs venue.

    Tags: Food & Drink, Dancing

  • Bach in the Dark Martins Music for Solo Cello

    57 Denison Street, Camperdown

    Bach in the Dark presents a solo cello concert featuring the music of Australian composer Martin Wesley-Smith (1945-2019), performed by cellist Rachel. This single-day event on May 1, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM AEST at Flow Studios in Camperdown launches Rachel's new CD, including world premiere recordings of two works for solo cello, some with singing and audio-visuals like 'Welcome to the Hotel Turismo'. Assisted by sound engineer Ben Sibson, the performance draws from Wesley-Smith's influential compositions that Rachel has championed for two decades. Attendees can enjoy a glass of bubbles amid an unconventional classical music experience celebrating Bach and beyond, evoking laughter, tears, wonder, and pleasure.

    Tags: Music, Classical, Cello