Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair at The Dome, Sydney Showground
June
28
to 1 July

Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair at The Dome, Sydney Showground

  • The Dome, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park (map)
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If you’re into craft or would like to be, the Sydney Craft & Quilt Fair is the place to learn, be inspired and to find the latest products for knitting, crochet, quilting, papercraft, weaving, jewellery making, sewing, cross stitch, patchwork, embroidery and many more crafts.

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Lyrebird Harps with Anney Bounpraseuth at the Sydney Opera House
June
25
10:30 am10:30

Lyrebird Harps with Anney Bounpraseuth at the Sydney Opera House

Join Anney Bounpraseuth at the Sydney Opera House’s Centre for Creativity for an epic art odyssey!

Learn how to create a lyrebird-shaped harp and a leaf crown!

Join Ms Anney B to learn about Ancient Greek rock stars known as “bards” as well as Australia’s own musical genius- the Superb Lyrebird.

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Yong at the Sydney Opera House
June
24
1:00 pm13:00

Yong at the Sydney Opera House

A timeless coming-of-age story

Set against the backdrop of the Australian Goldrush of 1857, join Yong on an epic coming-of-age journey as he travels from his small village in China to Ballarat. Faced with momentous change, his courage and inner strength are tested in this sprawling and dynamic Asian-Australian story. Ages 10+.

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Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge at the Lennox Theatre
June
24
10:30 am10:30

Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge at the Lennox Theatre

There was once a small boy called Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge and his house was next door to an old people’s home. He knew all the people who lived there, but his favourite person of all was Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper. When Wilfrid finds out that Nancy has lost her memory, he sets out to find out what a memory is…

This delightful production, based on the poignant picture book by Mem Fox and Julie Vivas, adapted and directed by Sandra Eldridge, weaves together captivating storytelling with mesmerising music in an immersive and intimate performance.

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Family Space: Story Tree at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
June
24
to 16 July

Family Space: Story Tree at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia

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Family Space: Story Tree - A free creative activity for all ages inspired by The National 4.

Unearth the storytelling potential of plants. Sit beneath gumtree branches and hear tales about plants from story tellers. Become a story teller yourself, by adding a drawing or written reflection to the budding Story Tree.

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Architecture Club at the Sydney Opera House
June
17
2:00 pm14:00

Architecture Club at the Sydney Opera House

Learn about the architectural history of the Sydney Opera House with Architecture Club by getting creative through a series of fun and playful design exercises for beginners or design lovers.  

Inspired by the unique design genius of architect Jorn Utzon, Architect and Educator Louise O’Brien’s design workshops will empower you to take your passion about buildings and architecture and pour it into a fun design project, channelled through creativity and imagination.

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The Wizardry Express and A Wizardry High Tea in Sydney
June
17
to 18 June

The Wizardry Express and A Wizardry High Tea in Sydney

All aboard The Wizardry Express! Take your seat and enjoy your enchanted steam train journey!

Board our locomotive at Sydney’s Central Station, enjoy not only a steam train ride but loads of wizard themed photo opportunities and craft activities for all ages throughout steam train experience. Everyone is encouraged to dress up in your favourite wizard wear!

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Affordable Art Fair at the Royal Randwick Racecourse
June
15
to 18 June

Affordable Art Fair at the Royal Randwick Racecourse

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Affordable Art Fair is excited to be returning to Australia’s biggest city in June to explore the latest contemporary art priced up to AUD$10,000. Whether you’re an experienced collector or looking for your first piece, you’ll definitely be inspired to grow your collection at the fair.

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Baby Music Jam Workshop with Simona Green at the Sydney Opera House
June
13
9:30 am09:30

Baby Music Jam Workshop with Simona Green at the Sydney Opera House

Music Workshop With Simona Green. Open up a musical world of wonder and fun with our new music and creativity workshop for babies and toddlers.

Join musician Simona Green for an intimate musical experience for you and your bub, including singing and playing with instruments. Designed to encourage babies and toddlers to love and engage with music from an early age, this workshop helps babies discover the world of music for themselves, developing both cognitive and emotional skills.

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Women’s State of Origin at CommBank Stadium Sydney
June
1
7:45 pm19:45

Women’s State of Origin at CommBank Stadium Sydney

Women’s State of Origin is coming to Sydney on 1 June, and kids under 15 enter for free with a paying adult!

Many of the female players they were told as kids there was no future in rugby for women and it's hard to be what you can't see, but bringing kids along to this action-packed event could inspire a new generation of players!

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Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF) across Sydney
May
27
to 12 June

Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF) across Sydney

Featuring daring adventures in the Himalayas, a journey through the fascinating world of art, heartwarming friendships, and an exciting blend of live-action and animation, the Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF) returns for its fifth year, showcasing a program filled with family friendly films.

Screening in Sydney (Ritz Cinemas, Randwick) and Melbourne (Classic Cinemas, Lido Cinemas and Cameo Cinemas) from 27 May – 12 June 2023, the CHIFF program features 21 Australian premiere titles and one retrospective feature tailored to young filmgoers aged from 3 years old and up.

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Lightscape at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney for Vivid Sydney 2023
May
26
to 16 July

Lightscape at Royal Botanic Garden Sydney for Vivid Sydney 2023

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For the very first time Lightscape is coming to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney over 44 nights, and as part of Vivid Sydney 2023. This internationally acclaimed multi-sensory experience of light, colour and sound is set to wow our visitors.

Begin your journey under our glowing tree canopies filled with colour, stroll beneath larger-than-life flowers and alongside neon roots bursting from the undergrowth, where shards of light fizz through trees like fireworks. Soak in the breath-taking lightworks created by the best local and international artists. Enter an after-dark oasis of botanical brilliance.

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It’s Not Rocket Science at Westpoint Shopping Centre
May
25
to 18 June

It’s Not Rocket Science at Westpoint Shopping Centre

  • 17 Patrick Street, Blacktown, NSW, Australia, New South Wales (map)
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All ages can be space-age explorers at It’s Not Rocket Science by ENESS because you’re never too young or old to be beguiled by the universe. It’s Not Rocket Science is a voyage of discovery into the wonders of space through a collection of characters that blur the boundaries between art and science. 

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GLOW Light Festival at Sydney Zoo
May
12
to 17 June

GLOW Light Festival at Sydney Zoo

Sydney’s favourite light festival GLOW is back for another dazzling year with tickets on sale now.

Explore over 70 giant animal lanterns and installations including the enormous 27m Kaurna Skink, immerse yourself in the magical 7NEWS Underwater Wonderland, and the fun-filled Neon Playground and dreamy Sky Castle by ENESS.

Test your skills in the retro Neon Arcade and Glowy Golf by Carnival Cruise Line, check out the view from the glowing 7NEWS Ferris wheel, and experience the thrill of the KIIS Rides Zone including the NEW mind-blowing Vortex Tunnel, gigantic 8-lane Superslide, dizzying Space Jam, and Kids Dodgems.

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Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2023 at the Art Gallery of NSW
May
6
to 3 Sept

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes 2023 at the Art Gallery of NSW

The Archibald Prize for portrait painting is the country’s favourite and most significant art award. Since 1921, it has highlighted figures from all walks of life, from famous faces to local heroes, reflecting back to us the stories of our times.

The Wynne Prize is awarded to the best landscape painting of Australian scenery, or figure sculpture, while the Sulman Prize is given to the best subject painting, genre painting or mural project in oil, acrylic, watercolour or mixed media.

Each year, the trustees of the Art Gallery of New South Wales judge the Archibald and Wynne, and invite an artist to judge the Sulman.

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023 at Australian National Maritime Museum
Apr
1
to 8 Oct

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023 at Australian National Maritime Museum

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From the Natural History of Museum in London, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2023 exhibition at the Australian National Maritime Museum will feature over 100 exceptional images which capture fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. Opening 1st April 2023.

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Murmurations at Hyde Park Barracks Sydney
Mar
30
to 4 June

Murmurations at Hyde Park Barracks Sydney

Murmurations is a public response to the unique history of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Hyde Park Barracks as a site representing the forced migration of people.

Murmurations is a digital artwork by First Nations artist Tony Albert and Sāmoan–Australian artist Angela Tiatia, commissioned specifically for the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Hyde Park Barracks. The work brings together First Nations perspectives from Australia and the Pacific to explore the history of the Barracks as a site of migration.

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The National 4: Australian Art Now Exhibition and Family Program (Free)
Mar
24
to 23 July

The National 4: Australian Art Now Exhibition and Family Program (Free)

The National is a biennial survey of contemporary Australian art. The National 4: Australian Art Now brings together 48 new artists projects involving more than 80 artists across Country, generations and communities.

A partnership between four leading Sydney cultural institutions: the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Campbelltown Arts Centre (C-A-C), Carriageworks and the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA Australia).

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