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Things to Do in Sydney This Weekend

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Markets, exhibitions, theatre and harbour-city outings worth your Saturday and Sunday in Sydney — hand-picked for you.

Updated 4 November 2026 · events curated by Morning Post

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Archibald, Wynne & Sulman Prizes Exhibition at Art Gallery of New South Wales Tickets

🎨 Arts · Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Art Gallery Rd

Australia's most anticipated annual art exhibition showcasing outstanding portraiture, landscape and genre painting.

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Art Gallery of New South Wales Tickets: Nolan Origins Exhibition

🎨 Arts · Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Art Gallery Rd

First major Sidney Nolan survey in nearly twenty years, featuring 100 works from the painter who redefined Australian art.

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Australian National Maritime Museum

🎨 Arts · Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney

Board historic submarines and navy destroyers while exploring Australia's deep ocean heritage through interactive maritime exhibits.

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Avatar: Forms of Vishnu Exhibition at Art Gallery of New South Wales Tickets

🎨 Arts · Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Art Gallery Rd

Explore Vishnu's many forms through a rich cross-cultural exhibition spanning centuries of artistic tradition.

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Until 31 Jan 2027

Harry Potter™: The Exhibition

🎨 Arts · Fever Pavilion at Sydney Showground

Step into the wizarding world with immersive displays of iconic moments, characters, and magical creatures.

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Historical Guided Walking Tour of Glebe

🎨 Arts · 140 Glebe Point Rd, Sydney

Discover Glebe's colonial history, Victorian terraces and bohemian heritage on this guided neighbourhood walk.

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Madame Tussauds Sydney Tickets

🎨 Arts · Madame Tussauds Sydney, 1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney

Meet lifelike wax figures of Aussie icons, Marvel heroes and world leaders across eight interactive zones in Darling Harbour.

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Until 31 DecFree

Super Nature

🎨 Arts · Art Gallery of NSW, Domain

A contemplative journey through the Gallery's collection charting human immersion in the natural world.

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Sydney Tower Eye Tickets

🎨 Arts · Sydney Tower Eye, Westfield Sydney, Level 5/108 Market St

Fully enclosed observation deck with 360-degree harbour views through 420 glass panels, revealing the Blue Mountains on clear days.

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Every Saturday, Sunday 10am-5pmFree

The Rocks Markets

🎨 Arts · George St & Playfair St, The Rocks

Handmade jewellery, fashion and art in historic cobbled laneways with live music every weekend.

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Every Saturday, Sunday

Bondi Markets

🛒 Markets & Dining · Bondi Beach Public School, Campbell Parade

Fresh produce Saturday mornings and artisan crafts Sunday afternoons, both steps from the beach.

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Every Saturday 8am-1pmFree

Carriageworks Farmers Market

🛒 Markets & Dining · Carriageworks, Eveleigh

Over 70 stalls of sustainable NSW produce under cover at one of Sydney's most respected farmers markets.

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Merrick Watts: An Idiot's Guide to Wine: Volume 3

🛒 Markets & Dining · The Grand Electric, Sydney

Six wines paired with Merrick Watts' sharp comedy insights at The Grand Electric.

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Every Saturday 10am-4pm

Paddington Markets

🛒 Markets & Dining · 395 Oxford St, Paddington

Sydney's oldest continuously running artisan market since 1973 with over one hundred stalls of unique crafts.

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Sydney Cellar Door - Old Vine Expressions Wine Tasting

🛒 Markets & Dining · 2 Nurses Walk, Sydney

Taste premium old vine wines at this intimate cellar door tasting experience in the heart of Sydney.

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Sydney Harbour 3-Course A La Carte Lunch Cruise

🛒 Markets & Dining · King Street Wharf 1

Three-course lunch with panoramic harbour views aboard a relaxed daytime sightseeing cruise.

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Sydney Harbour High Tea Sightseeing Cruise

🛒 Markets & Dining · Circular Quay Wharf No.6, Sydney

Enjoy scones, sandwiches and stunning harbour views on an elegant afternoon cruise experience.

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Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise with Buffet Lunch

🛒 Markets & Dining · Circular Quay, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia, Sydney

Sail Sydney Harbour aboard a first-class vessel while enjoying a buffet lunch with iconic waterfront views.

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Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise

🛒 Markets & Dining · Campbells Cove, Sydney

Three-course meal aboard a historic tall ship with harbour views of the Opera House and Bridge.

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Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Brekkie/ BBQ Lunch

🛒 Markets & Dining · Oz Whale Watching, Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay

Spot migrating whales from Circular Quay while enjoying breakfast or BBQ lunch on harbour waters.

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Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

🛒 Markets & Dining · Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay, Sydney

Watch humpback whales with live commentary while enjoying a BBQ buffet aboard a harbour cruise.

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Tall Ship Lunch or Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour

🛒 Markets & Dining · Sydney Harbour Tall Ships, Campbell's Cove Jetty The Rocks NSW 2000 Australia, Sydney, Trieste

Sail aboard an 1850s tall ship while enjoying a multi-course meal on Sydney Harbour.

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Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

🎵 Music · Grand Lodge at Sydney Masonic Centre

Hans Zimmer's epic film scores performed by candlelight in the historic Masonic Centre.

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Until 29 Jan 2027

Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi

🎵 Music · St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney

Beloved Studio Ghibli film themes, including Spirited Away and My Neighbour Totoro, performed by a string ensemble by candlelight.

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Until 29 Jan 2027

Candlelight: Tribute to ABBA

🎵 Music · St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney

ABBA's greatest hits performed by candlelight in the beautiful setting of St Stephen's Uniting Church.

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Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

🎵 Music · Grand Lodge at Sydney Masonic Centre

String quartet performs Fleetwood Mac classics by candlelight in the stunning Sydney Masonic Centre.

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Until 18 Dec

Candlelight: Tribute to Pink Floyd

🎵 Music · St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney

Pink Floyd's iconic music reimagined by string quartet under the glow of hundreds of candles.

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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles

🎵 Music · The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm, Sydney

Classic rock anthems performed by candlelight in an intimate hotel setting, celebrating two legendary British bands.

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Candlelight: Vivaldi's Four Seasons

🎵 Music · The William Inglis Hotel Warwick Farm, Sydney

Vivaldi's beloved baroque masterpiece performed by candlelight in the elegant William Inglis Hotel setting.

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Until 5 Feb 2027

Behind The Scenes: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) Guided Walking Tour

⚽ Sport & Active · Sydney Cricket Ground

Walk through the Members Pavilion, players' dressing rooms and onto the hallowed turf of Australia's most famous cricket ground.

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Sydney Cricket Ground Guided Tour Including SCG Museum

⚽ Sport & Active · SCG and Allianz Stadium Tour, Gate A, Sydney Cricket Ground, Driver Ave, Moore Park, Sydney

Step behind the scenes at the iconic SCG with expert guides and explore the museum's collection of cricket treasures.

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Ballet of Lights: Cinderella in a Sparkling Show

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Everest Theatre - Seymour Centre, Sydney

Classical ballet meets modern staging in this illuminated retelling of the timeless fairy tale.

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Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show

🎭 Theatre & Stage · York Theatre - Seymour Centre, Sydney

Classical ballet meets modern innovation as Sleeping Beauty comes alive with glittering lights and contemporary choreography at the Seymour Centre.

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Until 24 Dec

BonkerZ Comedy Clubs Present Catch A Rising Comic

🎭 Theatre & Stage · The Civic Hotel

Discover tomorrow's comedy stars in an intimate club setting showcasing fresh new talent.

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Great Opera Hits 2026

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Joan Sutherland Theatre, Macquarie St, Sydney

Opera's greatest arias and duets showcased in the Joan Sutherland Theatre, perfect for opera lovers.

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Guided Tour of Sydney Opera House in Multiple Languages with Meal & Drink

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point

Explore Australia's most famous building with expert guides revealing backstage secrets, then enjoy a meal with harbour views.

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Guided Tour of Sydney Opera House with Meals and Drink

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Sydney Opera House

Behind-the-scenes Opera House tour concludes with lunch or early dinner at one of three dining venues.

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La Ronde: A Lavish Cocktail of Circus, Cabaret & Comedy

🎭 Theatre & Stage · The Grand Electric, Sydney

Daring circus stunts meet cabaret glamour in this sophisticated entertainment spectacle at The Grand Electric.

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Lucky Cat Comedy

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Lucky Cat, Dumpling Bar & Lounge, Sydney

Stand-up comedy meets Darlinghurst hospitality every Thursday evening at this intimate dumpling bar and lounge.

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Until 23 Dec

Magic Mic Comedy

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Potts Point Hotel, Sydney

Top-notch stand-up comedy featuring Australia's finest and international guests in an intimate Potts Point setting.

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Rigoletto

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Joan Sutherland Theatre, Macquarie St, Sydney

Verdi's gripping opera of love, betrayal and revenge, performed in the Opera House's Joan Sutherland Theatre with soaring arias throughout.

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Sydney Opera House Guided Walking Tour

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Sydney, Sydney Opera House

Hour-long guided exploration of the Opera House's iconic theatres, halls and architecture with knowledgeable local experts.

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Until 28 Dec

Sydney's best comedy show! Wild!

🎭 Theatre & Stage · The Chippo Hotel, Sydney

Affordable laughs at the Chippo with rotating local comedians delivering fresh stand-up in a welcoming pub atmosphere.

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The Merry Widow

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Joan Sutherland Theatre, Macquarie St, Sydney

Lehár's sparkling operetta at the Opera House features romance, waltzes and glittering Belle Époque glamour.

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The Official Sydney Opera House Guided Tour

🎭 Theatre & Stage · Sydney Opera House

Explore Australia's architectural icon with expert guides revealing construction secrets and immersive behind-the-scenes experiences.

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1-hour Blue Mountains Sightseeing Tour

🌲 Weekends Out · Blue Mountains Explorer Bus, Sydney

Explore iconic Blue Mountains lookouts and scenery on a comfortable one-hour guided bus tour.

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90-min Guided Sightseeing Harbour Cruise

🌲 Weekends Out · Captain Cook Cruises, Wharf 6, Sydney

Glide past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge on a relaxing ninety-minute sightseeing cruise.

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Until 7 Dec

Discover Bondi Beach: Walking Tour

🌲 Weekends Out · Let's Go Surfing Bondi Beach, Sydney

Walk Bondi's iconic coastline with a local lifesaver sharing surf lifesaving history and headland highlights.

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Every Saturday 8amFree

parkrun Sydney

🌲 Weekends Out · Centennial Park (and 30+ other Sydney locations)

Free timed 5km walk or jog every Saturday morning with a welcoming all-ages community.

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Until 20 Nov

Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

🌲 Weekends Out · Man O'War Steps, Sydney

Glide past the Opera House and under the Harbour Bridge on a relaxed one-hour cruise.

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Sydney Harbour Sunset Cruise With Drinks and Grazing Platter

🌲 Weekends Out · Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour, Sydney

Watch the harbour transform from daylight to evening lights aboard a modern catamaran with drinks and grazing platter.

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Sydney Harbour Whale Watching Cruise by Captain Cook

🌲 Weekends Out · Wharf 6 circular quay, Sydney, Trieste

Spot migrating whales from a spacious catamaran with expert commentary and stunning harbour views.

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Sydney Whale Watching Cruise with Marine Biologist Commentary

🌲 Weekends Out · Eastern Pontoon Circular Quay, 7 Macquarie Street, Sydney

Spot migrating whales on a Pacific cruise with expert marine biologist commentary departing Circular Quay.

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Sydney Zoo: Entry Ticket

🌲 Weekends Out · Sydney Zoo

Discover Australian and exotic wildlife with the grandkids at Western Sydney's modern zoo.

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Taronga Zoo Sydney: Entry Ticket + Return Ferry

🌲 Weekends Out · Taronga Zoo Sydney

Scenic ferry ride to Taronga Zoo with stunning harbour views and wildlife encounters for all ages.

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WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Tickets

🌲 Weekends Out · Wild life Sydney Zoo, 1-5 Wheat Rd, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

Meet Australian animals up close in Darling Harbour — koalas, kangaroos and more in a family-friendly indoor zoo.

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7 Nov · 6pm until late

The Jacinda Royale

🤝 Community & Learning · The Pillars, 11 Barrack Street, Sydney CBD

A charity night in memory of Jacinda Manettas: her signature cocktail, prize-free charity poker, live and silent auctions and dancing across four levels. Every dollar goes to Peter Mac's research into mucinous ovarian cancer.

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7 Nov 2026

Surry Hills Vintage Market

🛒 Markets & Dining

A Saturday browse through racks and tables of vintage clothing, homewares and collectables, ideal for treasure hunters who love a bargain.

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Sat 7 Nov, 11:15

Five Diamonds Ladies Day

⚽ Sport & Active · Rosehill Gardens Racecourse

The Everest Carnival wraps up with a colourful Saturday of racing, fashion and lawns to enjoy with friends.

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7 Nov

CELEBRATING DAVID BOWIE | The Metro Theatre, Sydney

🎭 Theatre & Stage · 624 George Street, Sydney

A tribute evening honouring the legendary icon's greatest hits, from Ziggy Stardust to Let's Dance.

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Sat 7 Nov, 20:00

Greg Davies: Full Fat Legend

🎭 Theatre & Stage · State Theatre, Sydney

The towering British comedian brings his big, bold stand-up to the grand State Theatre for a single Saturday evening performance.

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7 Nov

Birds in Focus with Angela Robertson Buchanan & Georgina Steytler

🌲 Weekends Out · WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

A Saturday morning among the birdlife at the zoo, with two well-regarded bird photographers and plenty to see and learn.

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Sun 8 Nov, 13:05

2026 NAB AFLW Finals Series - Sydney Swans v Western Bulldogs

⚽ Sport & Active · Henson Park, Marrickville

Catch a finals-series clash at the intimate Henson Park, with the Swans taking on the Bulldogs on a Sunday afternoon.

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Sun 8 Nov, 17:55

RLWC26 - Men's & Women's SEMI FINAL 2

⚽ Sport & Active · Allianz Stadium, Sydney

Double-header semi-finals determine who advances to the Rugby League World Cup finals in both codes.

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Sun 8 Nov, 17:45

RLWC26 - Men's: Australia v Samoa | Women's: Australia v Fiji

⚽ Sport & Active · Allianz Stadium, Sydney

A Rugby League World Cup double-header with Australia's men and women in action, with child tickets available for grandkids.

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