Don't miss in Sydney
Music
Great Opera Hits 2026
On until Mon 26 Oct
Music
JAZZY GOLD - WTF is WRONG with ME?
Thu 15 Oct · 7:00pm–10:00pm
Sport
RLWC26 - Men's: Australia v New Zealand
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
Sport
RLWC26 - Men's: Samoa v France | Women's: Australia v Samoa
Fri 16 Oct · 5:45pm–9:45pm
Festival
Crows Nest Fest
Sun 18 Oct · 10:00am–5:00pm
Free this weekend in Sydney
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TODAY
JAZZY GOLD - WTF is WRONG with ME?
Thu 15 Oct · 7:00pm–10:00pm
Jazzy Gold takes over the Oxford Art Factory Main Room for her biggest headline show yet — WTF is WRONG with ME?
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Jazzy Gold takes over the Oxford Art Factory Main Room for her biggest headline show yet — WTF is WRONG with ME?
TODAY
NO CIGAR
Thu 15 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
NO CIGAR are bringing their brand of ‘semi rock’ to Australia this spring, with thirteen lively shows on the cards for their biggest run in Australia to date.
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NO CIGAR are bringing their brand of ‘semi rock’ to Australia this spring, with thirteen lively shows on the cards for their biggest run in Australia to date.
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
Gipsy Kings by Diego Baliardo
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 7pm.
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Ticketed event at State Theatre, Sydney. Doors 7pm.
TODAY
RLWC26 - Men's: Australia v New Zealand
Thu 15 Oct – Fri 16 Oct
Ticketed event at Allianz Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at Allianz Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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.
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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.
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TOMORROW
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.
TOMORROW
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.
TOMORROW
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.
TOMORROW
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.
TOMORROW
GIPSY KINGS by Diego Baliardo
Fri 16 Oct · 7:30pm–11:30pm
Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages, doors 6:30pm.
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Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages, doors 6:30pm.
TOMORROW
SAFIA Internal 10 Year Anniversary Tour
Fri 16 Oct · 7:30pm–10:30pm
Ticketed event at Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
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Ticketed event at Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
TOMORROW
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.
TOMORROW
DIRECT FROM UK - THE ROD STEWART SHOW
Fri 16 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.
TOMORROW
Sydney Derby: 2026/27 A-League Sydney FC v Western Sydney Wanderers FC
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
Ticketed event at Allianz Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
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Ticketed event at Allianz Stadium. Details and tickets on the organiser's page.
TOMORROW
HOT SAUCE ft. CARL COX, ERIC POWELL and MORE
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
Global dance music icon Carl Cox and dance music heavyweight Eric Powell bring their celebrated HOT SAUCE party to Sydney for a special late-night session at Selina’s, Coogee Bay Hotel.
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Global dance music icon Carl Cox and dance music heavyweight Eric Powell bring their celebrated HOT SAUCE party to Sydney for a special late-night session at Selina’s, Coogee Bay Hotel.
TOMORROW
Suzy Sheer
Fri 16 Oct · 8:00pm–10:00pm
Suzy Sheer is a band from Vancouver, British Columbia, now split between Montreal and New York. Their music has been described as purity electronics, blisstronica, and post-tronica.
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Suzy Sheer is a band from Vancouver, British Columbia, now split between Montreal and New York. Their music has been described as purity electronics, blisstronica, and post-tronica.
TOMORROW
Tour-Maubourg. Australian Tour 2026.
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
Niche Productions Presents: Tour-Maubourg – First Australian Tour This October.
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Niche Productions Presents: Tour-Maubourg – First Australian Tour This October.
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TOMORROW
Chinese Laundry Invites BARTS [NAARM/MELB] & FRIENDS + LATIFA TEE & FRIENDS
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
‘Chinese Laundry Invites’ – A Dynamic Series Tailored to community-run events featuring local crew takeovers, record label showcases, and more exciting community-driven ideas. Rooted in a music-first ethos and shaped by the communities pushing the culture forward.
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‘Chinese Laundry Invites’ – A Dynamic Series Tailored to community-run events featuring local crew takeovers, record label showcases, and more exciting community-driven ideas. Rooted in a music-first ethos and shaped by the communities pushing the culture forward.
TOMORROW
FRI 16 OCT - WAO SUPERCLUB @ IVY
Fri 16 Oct – Sat 17 Oct
Multi-level, revamped venue with Australia’s biggest club capacity. Featuring the best current and up-and-coming DJs playing the latest and greatest RNB, Tech House, Techno & Hardstyle. 18+ Only, entry via Angel Pl.
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Multi-level, revamped venue with Australia’s biggest club capacity. Featuring the best current and up-and-coming DJs playing the latest and greatest RNB, Tech House, Techno & Hardstyle. 18+ Only, entry via Angel Pl.
SAT 17 OCT
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.
SAT 17 OCT
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. .
SAT 17 OCT
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.
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SAT 17 OCT
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.
SAT 17 OCT
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.
SAT 17 OCT
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.
SAT 17 OCT
The Beautiful Girls
Sat 17 Oct · 7:00pm–10:30pm
The Beautiful Girls is the musical project of Australian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mat McHugh.
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The Beautiful Girls is the musical project of Australian singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Mat McHugh.
SAT 17 OCT
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+.
SAT 17 OCT
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.
SAT 17 OCT
Nancy and the Jam Fancys with Twelve Point Buck and Finnoguns Wake
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct
Nancy and the jam fancys are a guitar band based in regional NSW, building a reputation around tension repetition and release. Their 2025 debut Lp 'Swan Songs' has built them a loyal fan base around Australia, Usa, UK and Europe.
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Nancy and the jam fancys are a guitar band based in regional NSW, building a reputation around tension repetition and release. Their 2025 debut Lp 'Swan Songs' has built them a loyal fan base around Australia, Usa, UK and Europe.
SAT 17 OCT
Yama
Sat 17 Oct · 7:30pm–10:30pm
Ticketed event at Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
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Ticketed event at Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
SAT 17 OCT
SOEN
Sat 17 Oct · 8:00pm–11:30pm
In the world of prog metal, few bands are spoken of in such hushed tones and reverence as SOEN. Renowned for their cinematic soundscapes, intricate musicianship, and emotionally charged and intense performances; they have carved out a distinctive space in the music world.
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In the world of prog metal, few bands are spoken of in such hushed tones and reverence as SOEN. Renowned for their cinematic soundscapes, intricate musicianship, and emotionally charged and intense performances; they have carved out a distinctive space in the music world.
SAT 17 OCT
SINN6R + Victory Lap Radio
Sat 17 Oct · 8:00pm–10:30pm
SINN6R is one of the most exciting voices emerging from the UK's new underground rap movement.
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SINN6R is one of the most exciting voices emerging from the UK's new underground rap movement.
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SAT 17 OCT
Chinese Laundry Invites FORGE B2B ELIJAH SOMETHING [ALL NIGHT LONG] + LUSTII & FRIENDS FT SHUKO [NAARM/MELB]
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct
‘Chinese Laundry Invites’ – A Dynamic Series Tailored to community-run events featuring local crew takeovers, record label showcases, and more exciting community-driven ideas. Rooted in a music-first ethos and shaped by the communities pushing the culture forward.
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‘Chinese Laundry Invites’ – A Dynamic Series Tailored to community-run events featuring local crew takeovers, record label showcases, and more exciting community-driven ideas. Rooted in a music-first ethos and shaped by the communities pushing the culture forward.
SAT 17 OCT
Terminal V Sydney
Sat 17 Oct – Sun 18 Oct
Terminal V lands in Sydney for its first-ever Australian edition, taking over Ivy for one night only. Terminal V arrives in Sydney for one night only, marking its first-ever edition in Australia. Strictly 18+.
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Terminal V lands in Sydney for its first-ever Australian edition, taking over Ivy for one night only. Terminal V arrives in Sydney for one night only, marking its first-ever edition in Australia. Strictly 18+.
SUN 18 OCT
Free
Crows Nest Fest
Sun 18 Oct · 10:00am–5:00pm
Street festival on Willoughby Road and the side streets, with the roads closed to cars. 10am to 5pm, gold coin donation.
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Street festival on Willoughby Road and the side streets, with the roads closed to cars. 10am to 5pm, gold coin donation.
SUN 18 OCT
GWS Giants v Hawthorn - 2026 NAB AFLW Season 11
Sun 18 Oct · 2:35pm–6:35pm
Ticketed event at Henson Park. All ages.
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Ticketed event at Henson Park. All ages.
SUN 18 OCT
THE WHITLAMS - Return to Rock Island
Sun 18 Oct · 4:00pm–8:30pm
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.
SUN 18 OCT
Glare with Special Guests
Sun 18 Oct · 4:00pm–8:00pm
Glare is an alternative rock/shoegaze five-piece from the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. Since their debut in 2017, the band has wasted no time making a name for themselves at home and abroad with shimmering singles like “Blank” and “Void in Blue”.
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Glare is an alternative rock/shoegaze five-piece from the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas. Since their debut in 2017, the band has wasted no time making a name for themselves at home and abroad with shimmering singles like “Blank” and “Void in Blue”.
SUN 18 OCT
KATE CEBERANO - AUSTRALIAN MADE TOUR 2026
Sun 18 Oct · 4:30pm–8:30pm
Kate Ceberano returns for encore performances across the nation after last year's sell-out tour and hit live album. She leads audiences on a thrilling journey through Australian music, mixing her own platinum hits with reimagined Oz classics. All Ages event - Under 18 years to be accompanied by an Adult.
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Kate Ceberano returns for encore performances across the nation after last year's sell-out tour and hit live album. She leads audiences on a thrilling journey through Australian music, mixing her own platinum hits with reimagined Oz classics. All Ages event - Under 18 years to be accompanied by an Adult.
SUN 18 OCT
26/27 Ninja A-League - Sydney FC vs Adelaide United
Sun 18 Oct · 4:30pm–6:30pm
Sydney FC's Women kick off their 2026–27 campaign in Homebush as they host Adelaide United in a high-stakes season opener.
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Sydney FC's Women kick off their 2026–27 campaign in Homebush as they host Adelaide United in a high-stakes season opener.
SUN 18 OCT
Cinema Show - The Australian Genesis Show
Sun 18 Oct · 4:30pm–8:00pm
Cinema Show is a Sydney band playing the music of Genesis. The show includes tracks from the Prog Rock era of Genesis in the 70s through to the 80s , 90s and including also the Solo works of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins.
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Cinema Show is a Sydney band playing the music of Genesis. The show includes tracks from the Prog Rock era of Genesis in the 70s through to the 80s , 90s and including also the Solo works of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins.
SUN 18 OCT
SUKHBIR, THE ULTIMATE BHANGRA PARTY
Sun 18 Oct · 5:00pm–10:00pm
The Prince of Bhangra, The Sukhbir Singh spreading the most energetic & lively vibes. He is on a Asia Pacific tour for the first time. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
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The Prince of Bhangra, The Sukhbir Singh spreading the most energetic & lively vibes. He is on a Asia Pacific tour for the first time. Liberty Hall is primarily a standing venue.
SUN 18 OCT
Charm Of Finches + Special Guest Mark Lang
Sun 18 Oct · 7:00pm–10:30pm
Melbourne sister duo Charm of Finches delivers intricate indie-folk that is simultaneously graceful and darkly bewitching. Their seamless blood harmonies traverse melancholy and wonder in equal measure. This is an 18+ event.
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Melbourne sister duo Charm of Finches delivers intricate indie-folk that is simultaneously graceful and darkly bewitching. Their seamless blood harmonies traverse melancholy and wonder in equal measure. This is an 18+ event.
SUN 18 OCT
Don McLean - American Pie 55th Anniversary Tour 2026
Sun 18 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages.
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Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages.
SUN 18 OCT
Oddly Satisfying: Ky Newman & Atlgrandma
Sun 18 Oct · 8:00pm–10:00pm
Ky Newman is a content creator and producer on the podcast Emergency Intercom. atlgrandma is the artist Liam Hall, a key figure in Los Angeles’s leftfield pop community: pensive, digitally curdled music that blends rock, rap, pop, and dance music in new absurdist ways.
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Ky Newman is a content creator and producer on the podcast Emergency Intercom. atlgrandma is the artist Liam Hall, a key figure in Los Angeles’s leftfield pop community: pensive, digitally curdled music that blends rock, rap, pop, and dance music in new absurdist ways.
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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
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.
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.
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
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.
WED 21 OCT
Theon Cross + Summer Pearl
Wed 21 Oct · 7:00pm–11:00pm
The label at the forefront of the UK’s jazz scene, Jazz re:freshed, brings you an epic double bill featuring Theon Cross and Summer Pearl, alongside a line-up of their best DJs.
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The label at the forefront of the UK’s jazz scene, Jazz re:freshed, brings you an epic double bill featuring Theon Cross and Summer Pearl, alongside a line-up of their best DJs.
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
The High Kings - Rocky Road To Dublin
Wed 21 Oct – Thu 22 Oct
Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages, doors 7pm.
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Ticketed event at Anita's Theatre. All ages, doors 7pm.
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THU 29 OCT
Free
Ghost Festival at The Rocks
Thu 29 Oct – Sun 1 Nov · 4pm–11pm daily
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.
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.
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 (from 16 Oct).
- Crows Nest Fest Sun 18 Oct
- Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi from 16 Oct
What's on tonight in Sydney?
Tonight in Sydney: Monty Python's Spamalot at Sydney Event Centre (1:00pm), Disney Presents The Lion King (Australia) at Capitol Theatre, Sydney (7:00pm), JAZZY GOLD - WTF is WRONG with ME? at Oxford Art Factory (7:00pm), Carousel at Foundry Theatre (7:00pm) and My Fair Lady (Australia) at Sydney Opera House- Joan Sutherland Theatre (7:30pm).
- Monty Python's Spamalot 1:00pm
- Disney Presents The Lion King (Australia) 7:00pm
- JAZZY GOLD - WTF is WRONG with ME? 7:00pm
- Carousel 7:00pm
- My Fair Lady (Australia) 7:30pm
What's on in Sydney this weekend?
This weekend (16–18 Oct) in Sydney: Carousel (Fri 16 Oct), Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour (Fri 16 Oct) and THE WHITLAMS - Return to Rock Island (Fri 16 Oct). 47 events in all, listed on this page.
- Carousel Fri 16 Oct
- Reb Fountain – Water for Gasoline Album Tour Fri 16 Oct
- THE WHITLAMS - Return to Rock Island Fri 16 Oct
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