Art & About Oxford Street
Disco. Drag. DJs. Sashay into the street party in Darlinghurst on Friday night as we turn the Progress Pride crossing into Sydney’s ultimate outdoor dancefloor. And that’s just the warm-up. Revel in a weekend of free dance, music, drag, visual art, workshops, markets and light installations on Oxford Street and surrounds. Dance right this way.
Friday 23 to Sunday 25 October
Sydney Craft Week
For the creatives, crafters and the curious. Discover an event packed with markets, workshops, exhibitions, talks and open studios. Need help choosing? You can’t go past City of Sydney creative studios where you can explore ceramics installations, browse markets and try a clay handbuilding workshop. See everything in store.
Friday 9 to Sunday 18 October
UNHOLY/DIVINE
Don’t forget you can always stay up late with the MCA on Thursday nights, with 2-for-1 entry. This month, more than 50 artists and performers come together for 2 naughty nights of celebration, creativity and expression. Rise with joy for Bliss! Devotion! Adoration! before some indulgence in the darkness the following week in Pleasure! Vice! Desire!
Thursday 22 and Thursday 29 October
Australian Life
See the striking images that capture the heart of the nation, selected as finalists in one of the country’s biggest photo competitions. These moments, lensed by professional and amateur photographers, are on display in an outdoor exhibition in Sydney Square, between Sydney Town Hall and St Andrew’s Cathedral. Sydney’s young photographers aged 5 to 12 share their unique perspective in an exhibition on level 2 at Customs House.
Friday 25 September to Sunday 11 October
Mi Casa, Tu Casa Latin Heritage Festival
Absorb all the richness of Latin American cultures and communities at the waterfront Overseas Passenger Terminal. Latin American makers showcase their culture, craftsmanship and creations with plenty of music, dancing and delicious food.
Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 October
Nights at the library
Lock in at the library for night-time study sessions ahead of the HSC exams. Darling Square and Green Square libraries stay open until 9pm on Monday to Thursday until the end of the month to support your success.
Ready for a study break? Catch some cult Australian cinema, delve into our archives or play some tabletop games for some fun at the library.
Various dates in October
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Published 1 October 2026
