Get a fresh dose of culture at Sydney Fringe Festival
Sydney’s largest independent arts festival is back with more than 400 events over 30 days. Lose yourself in Dorothy in Oz, an immersive cocktail performance or experience the vibrant fusion of circus, dance and music of the Ghana Road Show. Explore the full program of experimental, unfiltered and vibrant performances of up-and-coming musicians, comics, dancers and theatre-makers.
1 to 30 September
Have a blast with the past at History Week
Explore public talks, heritage walks and workshops during History Week. Get to know the history and art of Hyde Park, try your hand at laser-cut printmaking using images from our archives or hear about Sydney’s hidden waterways.
6 to 14 September
Find the next big thing at the Big Design Market
You’ll be spoilt for choice at this market at Carriageworks. Browse the wares of more than 200 Australian and New Zealand designers showcasing ceramics, jewellery, homewares, clothing and lots more. There’ll be gourmet treats galore, art installations and a creative space for kids to play.
20 to 22 September
See the best new art at Sydney Contemporary
Australia’s biggest contemporary art fair is back with works from over 500 of today’s most exciting artists. Explore large-scale installations, talks, live performances and presentations from leading galleries from around the world.
11 to 14 September
Be enthralled and enchanted at Soft Forest
Come underground and immerse yourself in an interactive performance and sensory experience for children. You’ll meet Fauna, a 4-metre tall inflatable creature on a mission to entertain and educate audiences about the natural world.
Thursdays to Saturdays, 4 to 20 September
Reboot your business with new digital skills
Our free webinar series is back to help small businesses, creatives and retailers learn and innovate. From AI hacks to standing out on social media, this series will help you grow and adapt in today’s fast-changing world.
Tuesdays, 9 September to 7 October
Shop unique First Nations goods the Blak Markets
Head to The Rocks this spring to browse one-of-a-kind Aboriginal artworks, beauty products, jewellery and homewares. Meet the stall holders, experience cultural dance performances and join in on free weaving workshops.
Sunday 14 September
Discover something different on the big screen
Head to the underground cinema at the Art Gallery of NSW to see some of the best Brazilian films from the last hundred years or queer Chinese-language films.
Various dates
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Published 27 August 2025
