Things to do

6 free things to do in Sydney this March

Welcome a new season with colour, art and festivals.

A large indoor venue with a crowd of people observing illuminated modern art installations and large colorful banners hanging on industrial walls. Jordan Munns. Image supplied by Biennale of Sydney

Immerse yourself in contemporary art at the 25th Biennale of Sydney
Immerse yourself in contemporary art at the 25th Biennale of Sydney

See bold new art at the Biennale of Sydney

This year’s festival brings contemporary art from over 50 Australian and international names to 5 major exhibition sites. Explore a bumper program of free and ticketed exhibition tours, artist talks, performances, workshops and more.

14 March to 14 June

Enjoy the lively festival atmosphere at Sydney Streets
Enjoy the lively festival atmosphere at Sydney Streets

Eat, shop and play at Sydney Streets

We take over the neighbourhoods of Redfern, Darlinghurst and Pyrmont with live music, roving performers, kids activities and outdoor dining.

Redfern: Saturday 7 March
Darlinghurst: Saturday 21 March
Pyrmont: Saturday 28 March

Share colour, culture and celebration at the Holi Festival
Share colour, culture and celebration at the Holi Festival

Share your true colours at a Holi celebration

India’s festival of colour comes to South Eveleigh and Tumbalong Park with joyous throwing of vibrant coloured powders. Dress in white to help show off your new hues and get ready to celebrate with plenty of food, music and cultural performances.

Various dates

Hear from Natasha Brown, author of Booker Prize longlisted novel 'Universality'
Hear from Natasha Brown, author of Booker Prize longlisted novel 'Universality'

Sharpen your mind with new ideas

UNSW’s Centre of Ideas brings some of the world’s best and brightest to share their expertise, free for everyone. This month, hear from award-winning British author Natasha Brown, actress and climate advocate Yael Stone and New York Times best-selling author Laurie Woolever.

Various dates

Celebrate World Wildlife Day with a stroll around Sydney Park's vibrant wetlands
Celebrate World Wildlife Day with a stroll around Sydney Park's vibrant wetlands

Escape into nature at Sydney Park

This inner-city oasis is full of surprises. Take a tour of the thriving urban farm to see what fresh food our volunteers are planting this month. Or join an urban ecologist for a relaxed stroll around the tranquil wetlands. Uncover the hidden stories of the plants and animals that call this unique landscape home.

Various dates

Free pickleball at KGV Recreation Centre during the Seniors Festival
Free pickleball at KGV Recreation Centre during the Seniors Festival

Celebrate getting older during Seniors Festival

Swim, socialise and stretch your creativity during the Seniors Festival with free and low-cost events at our community centres and facilities. City of Sydney residents aged 55 and over can enjoy free entry to our pools and fitness classes.

Monday 2 to Sunday 15 March

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Published 27 February 2026, updated 3 March 2026