Don't miss in Sydney
Music
Great Opera Hits 2026
On until Mon 26 Oct
Market
Manning Night Market
Wed 14 Oct – Thu 15 Oct · 5pm–10pm daily
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
Free this weekend in Sydney
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Free
Manning Night Market
Wed 14 Oct – Thu 15 Oct · 5pm–10pm daily
The University of Sydney Union's night market at Manning Bar, two evenings, 5pm to 10pm. Free entry.
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The University of Sydney Union's night market at Manning Bar, two evenings, 5pm to 10pm. Free entry.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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