If you are looking for a list of festivals in Sydney you have come to the right place. We have listed all the major festivals across the city below.
Sydney loves a festival and there are several that should be on your radar if you are visiting or living in Sydney.
The major annual Sydney festivals are:
I think the highlights for visitors are:
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Vivid Sydney, the iconic festival of light, music and ideas, where artworks turn the city into a magical wonderland, is one of our most popular events. After attending all but one Vivid Festival since they began in 2009, I have put together my tips for surviving the crowds and getting the best views of the … Read more
Each year Lunar New Year celebrations in Sydney seem to get bigger; they are now said to be one of the biggest outside Asia. Aussies love a party, and with many of our residents having Chinese, Mongolian, Korean, Thai and Vietnamese ancestry, it’s no surprise there are plenty of ways to celebrate! While Lunar New … Read more
The Sydney Mardi Gras Parade is the biggest event on the calendar for the LGBTI community in Australia. I have put together this short visitors guide to help you have a great time during this fabulous festival. My best advice is to start planning now. The city gets seriously busy during the entire festival period, so … Read more
Planning to spend New Year’s Eve in Sydney for the first time and maybe only time this year? Not sure where to begin, but feel you need to get your plans sorted so you don’t miss out? Well, consider this a beginner’s guide to New Year’s Eve in Sydney. I have celebrated NYE on Sydney … Read more
Sydney suburbs NYE Fireworks shows seem to change every year. Most are council run and determined by pesky things like budgets. We will update the details for 2023 events as they are released, but in the meantime you could start checking these locations for ideas. Don’t assume that your favourite spots will happen in 2024. … Read more
Christmas in the Blue Mountains is a fantastic idea! If you are visiting Sydney or don’t have a big family to celebrate with a Christmas getaway to the mountains is a great way to make the holiday special. We have pulled together the best places to eat, stay and play during the festive season to … Read more
We have been researching New Year’s Eve Sydney restaurant packages to help you find the best restaurants to see the Sydney fireworks or celebrate the new year. We have listed as many NYE dining packages as we can, because we think seeing them on one page will help make your choice a little faster. Last … Read more
Are you trying to decide where to eat on Christmas Day in Sydney for 2023? Whether you like to celebrate with Christmas Eve dinner, have a seafood lunch, dig into a Christmas buffet or prefer a more traditional Christmas menu look no further, we have done all the research to save you hours of searching. … Read more
The Melbourne Cup lunch is an important part of Australian culture. It is a tradition that has been celebrated for over 150 years and has become an integral part of the Australian way of life. It’s a time when people come together to celebrate and enjoy the excitement of the race. These events are an … Read more
Does your family do Father’s Day lunch? We often make a big deal of mum with flowers and fancy breakfasts and dad gets socks and a BBQ at home. This year why not plan something extra special for Dad? We have pulled together some Father’s Day lunch in Sydney options to get you started. From … Read more
If you are spending Christmas in Sydney this year we have you covered with this guide to the very best Sydney events from concerts and tree lightings to Christmas carols and Chrissy drinks on the way. It’s time to get into the Christmas mood, and to help you along we have collected all the options … Read more
Our guide to where to eat and drink at Vivid Sydney is designed to help you find the best dining options if you are heading to the city to see the Vivid lights. With food and drinks every bit as pretty as the lights themselves, you will want to try to fit in as many … Read more