Don't miss in Sydney
Music
Great Opera Hits 2026
On until Mon 26 Oct
Music
HOT SAUCE ft. CARL COX, ERIC POWELL and MORE - 15 Oct
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
Art
Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi
On until Mon 2 Nov
Sport
RLWC26 - Men's: Samoa v France | Women's: Australia v Samoa
Fri 16 Oct · 5:45pm–9:45pm
Art
Carousel
5 dates · next Fri 16 Oct
Sport
Sydney Derby: 2026/27 A-League Sydney FC v Western Sydney Wanderers FC
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
Free this weekend in Sydney
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TODAY
HOT SAUCE ft. CARL COX, ERIC POWELL and MORE - 15 Oct
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
Carl Cox and Eric Powell bring their celebrated party back to Selina's, Coogee Bay Hotel for a second and final Sydney show on Thursday 15 October.
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Carl Cox and Eric Powell bring their celebrated party back to Selina's, Coogee Bay Hotel for a second and final Sydney show on Thursday 15 October.
TODAY
ivy Thursdays - 15th October
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
ivy Thursdays is your weekly escape into the Cosmic Carnival. Every Thursday, ivy transforms into a decadent circus at the edge of the universe.
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ivy Thursdays is your weekly escape into the Cosmic Carnival. Every Thursday, ivy transforms into a decadent circus at the edge of the universe.
TODAY
RLWC26 - Men's: Samoa v France | Women's: Australia v Samoa
Fri 16 Oct · 5:45pm–9:45pm
Ticketed event at CommBank Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at CommBank Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
TODAY
Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour
Fri 16 Oct · 7:00pm–10:00pm
Reb Fountains new album Water For Gasoline delivers another striking body of work from one of New Zealand's most acclaimed contemporary artists, a record that confronts the challenges of our times while searching for light, beauty and connection amongst the noise.
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Reb Fountains new album Water For Gasoline delivers another striking body of work from one of New Zealand's most acclaimed contemporary artists, a record that confronts the challenges of our times while searching for light, beauty and connection amongst the noise.
TODAY
Yomi Ship
Fri 16 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
WA based Experimental art-rock trio Yomi Ship are set to embark on their debut national headlining tour where they will be showcasing their unique and captivating approach to writing and performing instrumental music. This is an 18+ event.
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WA based Experimental art-rock trio Yomi Ship are set to embark on their debut national headlining tour where they will be showcasing their unique and captivating approach to writing and performing instrumental music. This is an 18+ event.
TODAY
Carousel
5 dates · next Fri 16 Oct
Neglected Musicals will present Rogers and Hammerstein's CAROUSEL for limited performances at Foundry Theatre from 15 October.
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Neglected Musicals will present Rogers and Hammerstein's CAROUSEL for limited performances at Foundry Theatre from 15 October.
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TODAY
THE WHITLAMS - Return to Rock Island
Fri 16 Oct · 7:00pm–10:30pm
Long sweaty nights at these pubs formed the bedrock of The Whitlams’ reputation as a memorable force in the Australian live scene. Now it’s back to the pubs where the audience is standing up close.
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Long sweaty nights at these pubs formed the bedrock of The Whitlams’ reputation as a memorable force in the Australian live scene. Now it’s back to the pubs where the audience is standing up close.
TODAY
The Lazy Eyes - Cheesy Love Songs Tour
Fri 16 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
The Lazy Eyes return this September and October for a national Australian tour celebrating their highly anticipated second album Cheesy Love Songs, out 21 August.
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The Lazy Eyes return this September and October for a national Australian tour celebrating their highly anticipated second album Cheesy Love Songs, out 21 August.
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UNTIL 26 OCT
Great Opera Hits 2026
On until Mon 26 Oct
A 90-minute summer afternoon concert of the greatest hits of opera, featuring the stars of Opera Australia. This runs from late September through October 2026.
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A 90-minute summer afternoon concert of the greatest hits of opera, featuring the stars of Opera Australia. This runs from late September through October 2026.
UNTIL 2 NOV
Free
Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi
On until Mon 2 Nov
Free outdoor sculpture exhibition along the clifftop coastal walk from Bondi to Tamarama, about 2km. No booking needed.
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Free outdoor sculpture exhibition along the clifftop coastal walk from Bondi to Tamarama, about 2km. No booking needed.
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Everest Day at Royal Randwick
Sat 17 Oct · 10:30am–11:59pm
The Everest, the world's richest turf race, at Royal Randwick. Gates 10:30am, first race 12:30pm, Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race.
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The Everest, the world's richest turf race, at Royal Randwick. Gates 10:30am, first race 12:30pm, Hot Dub Time Machine after the last race.
TOMORROW
TAB Everest Day
Sat 17 Oct · 10:30am–2:30pm
TAB Everest Day is the pinnacle of the Sydney Everest Carnival, headlined by the world's richest race on turf. Be at Royal Randwick as energy peaks during one of Sydney's standout social events. Discover The Paddock a vibrant new food and drink experience in the Winx Stand. A crowd that lifts with every moment. Once the last race is finished, the celebration continues with live music. .
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TAB Everest Day is the pinnacle of the Sydney Everest Carnival, headlined by the world's richest race on turf. Be at Royal Randwick as energy peaks during one of Sydney's standout social events. Discover The Paddock a vibrant new food and drink experience in the Winx Stand. A crowd that lifts with every moment. Once the last race is finished, the celebration continues with live music. .
TOMORROW
Glare + Septemberistheonlytimeidontthinkofyou
Sat 17 Oct · 12:00pm–4:00pm
WHEN YOU HEAR music like this the wild, loose, and woozy drags of guitar; the impossible beauty of it all-what kind of landscape presents itself in your mind? Vistas big enough to be forgotten in. This is an ALL-AGES event.
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WHEN YOU HEAR music like this the wild, loose, and woozy drags of guitar; the impossible beauty of it all-what kind of landscape presents itself in your mind? Vistas big enough to be forgotten in. This is an ALL-AGES event.
TOMORROW
The Flight Centre Series - Wallabies v All Blacks
Sat 17 Oct · 3:45pm–7:45pm
Wallabies v All Blacks, with Wallaroos v Scotland and the Australia sevens against Fiji and New Zealand on the same day. Gates open 11:45am; the Wallabies play at 3:45pm.
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Wallabies v All Blacks, with Wallaroos v Scotland and the Australia sevens against Fiji and New Zealand on the same day. Gates open 11:45am; the Wallabies play at 3:45pm.
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TOMORROW
Bledisloe Cup: Wallabies v All Blacks
Sat 17 Oct · 3:45pm–5:45pm
Rugby union test between Australia and New Zealand at Accor Stadium. Kick-off 3:45pm.
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Rugby union test between Australia and New Zealand at Accor Stadium. Kick-off 3:45pm.
TOMORROW
Anyma presents Æden
Sat 17 Oct · 5:00pm–9:00pm
Anyma's Æden electronic music show in The Domain. Strictly 18+, with photo ID.
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Anyma's Æden electronic music show in The Domain. Strictly 18+, with photo ID.
TOMORROW
Sweet Boy
Sat 17 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
Over 18's only unless advertised otherwise. No Outside food or drinks are to be brought into the venue. 18+.
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Over 18's only unless advertised otherwise. No Outside food or drinks are to be brought into the venue. 18+.
TOMORROW
RUNNING TOUCH - CRUSHED TOUR
Sat 17 Oct · 7:00pm–11:30pm
Running Touch returns with "Crushed," the opening statement of a new era. Where his earlier work traded in polished electronic euphoria, "Crushed" is heavier, live and unguarded… closer to Justin Timberlake fronting a grunge band than anything in his catalogue to date.
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Running Touch returns with "Crushed," the opening statement of a new era. Where his earlier work traded in polished electronic euphoria, "Crushed" is heavier, live and unguarded… closer to Justin Timberlake fronting a grunge band than anything in his catalogue to date.
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MON 19 OCT
BIGYUKI (US/JAP)
Mon 19 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
BIGYUKI is NYC’s musical secret weapon. The New York-based, Japanese keyboardist, composer and producer has built an international reputation for blending jazz, hip hop, rock, electronic and dance music influences into something wholly his own. This is an 18+ event.
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BIGYUKI is NYC’s musical secret weapon. The New York-based, Japanese keyboardist, composer and producer has built an international reputation for blending jazz, hip hop, rock, electronic and dance music influences into something wholly his own. This is an 18+ event.
MON 19 OCT
Don McLean American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour
Mon 19 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 6:30pm.
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Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 6:30pm.
MON 19 OCT
PARADISE LOST
Mon 19 Oct · 7:30pm–10:30pm
Paradise Lost remain the undisputed monarchs of metal’s dark frontier. Formed in Halifax in 1988, they quickly carved out their legacy as pioneers of gothic metal; a brooding fusion of crushing heaviness and shadow‑drenched melody.
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Paradise Lost remain the undisputed monarchs of metal’s dark frontier. Formed in Halifax in 1988, they quickly carved out their legacy as pioneers of gothic metal; a brooding fusion of crushing heaviness and shadow‑drenched melody.
TUE 20 OCT
Rebirth Brass Band (US) with Dink
Tue 20 Oct · 7:30pm–11:00pm
For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog.
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For almost 4 decades, the Grammy winning Rebirth Brass Band has been “stunning” fans with a fiery live show and a rich musical catalog.
TUE 20 OCT
Men At Work
Tue 20 Oct – Wed 21 Oct
Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
WED 21 OCT
Free
Parramatta Lanes
Wed 21 Oct – Sat 24 Oct · Wed–Thu 5pm–10pm, Fri–Sat 5pm–10:30pm
Free night festival across 20+ laneways in the Parramatta CBD: food, music and art. Wed and Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 5pm to 10:30pm.
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Free night festival across 20+ laneways in the Parramatta CBD: food, music and art. Wed and Thu 5pm to 10pm, Fri and Sat 5pm to 10:30pm.
WED 21 OCT
The Butterfly Effect - Portal To Hell
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
This October, step into the Portal To Hell, your exclusive pre-party for Hellbound 2026! Alt-rock legends The Butterfly Effect are making one last mainland stop before sailing into uncharted waters this October, bringing their signature emotionally charged sound to Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
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This October, step into the Portal To Hell, your exclusive pre-party for Hellbound 2026! Alt-rock legends The Butterfly Effect are making one last mainland stop before sailing into uncharted waters this October, bringing their signature emotionally charged sound to Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
WED 21 OCT
LARA BUCHANAN + MORE
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pm–10:30pm
Hang out with Friends of Friends every Wednesday this October at Metro Social. Each week, Metro A.i.R will showcase a diverse range of free events and performances, providing a platform for both emerging and established artists to shine.
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Hang out with Friends of Friends every Wednesday this October at Metro Social. Each week, Metro A.i.R will showcase a diverse range of free events and performances, providing a platform for both emerging and established artists to shine.
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SUN 25 OCT
Free
Norton Street Italian Festa
Sun 25 Oct · 10:00am–5:00pm
Italian street festival on Norton Street, Leichhardt, with a stage at the Town Hall. Free, 10am to 5pm.
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Italian street festival on Norton Street, Leichhardt, with a stage at the Town Hall. Free, 10am to 5pm.
THU 29 OCT
Free
Ghost Festival at The Rocks
Thu 29 Oct – Sun 1 Nov · Daily 4pm–11pm; George St car-free from 7pm Fri–Sat
Halloween street festival in The Rocks, free entry, 4pm to 11pm every day. George St closes to traffic from 7pm on Friday and Saturday.
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Halloween street festival in The Rocks, free entry, 4pm to 11pm every day. George St closes to traffic from 7pm on Friday and Saturday.
FRI 30 OCT
Electric Nation Halloween Edition 2026
Fri 30 Oct – Sat 31 Oct
Open air waterfront festival at Tumbalong Park featuring international and local electronic music talent with sunset to midnight programming.
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Open air waterfront festival at Tumbalong Park featuring international and local electronic music talent with sunset to midnight programming.
SAT 7 NOV
Free
Surry Hills Vintage Market
Sat 7 Nov · 8:00am–4:00pm
The monthly vintage market at Shannon Reserve, first Saturday of the month, 8am to 4pm. Free.
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The monthly vintage market at Shannon Reserve, first Saturday of the month, 8am to 4pm. Free.
SUN 8 NOV
Rugby League World Cup semi-finals
Sun 8 Nov · 5:45pm–10:00pm
Both World Cup semi-finals at Allianz Stadium: women's at 5:45pm, men's at 8:05pm.
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Both World Cup semi-finals at Allianz Stadium: women's at 5:45pm, men's at 8:05pm.
FRI 13 NOV
Free
Sydney Cellar Door
Fri 13 Nov – Sun 15 Nov · Fri 4pm–8:30pm, Sat 12pm–7:30pm, Sun 12pm–6:30pm
Outdoor NSW wine tasting festival in First Fleet Park. Free entry, tasting packs $40 or $65. Fri 4pm to 8:30pm, Sat 12pm to 7:30pm, Sun 12pm to 6:30pm.
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Outdoor NSW wine tasting festival in First Fleet Park. Free entry, tasting packs $40 or $65. Fri 4pm to 8:30pm, Sat 12pm to 7:30pm, Sun 12pm to 6:30pm.
SUN 29 NOV
T20 International at the SCG: Australia v England
Sun 29 Nov · 7:15pm–10:30pm
Night T20 between Australia and England at the SCG. Starts 7:15pm.
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Night T20 between Australia and England at the SCG. Starts 7:15pm.
Questions
What's free in Sydney this weekend?
Free this weekend (16–18 Oct): Crows Nest Fest (Sun 18 Oct) and Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi (until 2 Nov).
- Crows Nest Fest Sun 18 Oct
- Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi until 2 Nov
What's on tonight in Sydney?
Tonight in Sydney: RLWC26 - Men's: Samoa v France | Women's: Australia v Samoa at CommBank Stadium (5:45pm), Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour at Bootleggers (7:00pm), Yomi Ship at The Vanguard (7:00pm), Carousel at Foundry Theatre (7:00pm) and THE WHITLAMS - Return to Rock Island at Felons Barrel Room (7:00pm).
What's on in Sydney this weekend?
This weekend (16–18 Oct) in Sydney: Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour (Fri 16 Oct), Yomi Ship (Fri 16 Oct) and Carousel (Fri 16 Oct). 47 events in all, listed on this page.
- Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour Fri 16 Oct
- Yomi Ship Fri 16 Oct
- Carousel Fri 16 Oct
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