Your guide to Sydney’s best Christmas lights and decorations
Discover Sydney's top festive displays to spark your holiday spirit.
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Highlights of living, working and visiting Sydney
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Breathe easy: tips for navigating poor air quality
Here's what you need to know to safeguard yourself, your family, and your pets when air quality gets low.
What to do in Sydney this January
Take a dip in the city centre, catch short films under the stars and experience an exhibition that’s out of this world. Here are 9 events to savour.
From diagnosis to advocacy in raising breast cancer awareness
Why the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s community ambassador Tarryn is sharing her story of resilience and survival for New Year’s Eve.
Everyone can celebrate at our Christmas concerts
Festive shows designed with your accessibility in mind.
Best vantage points for Sydney New Year’s Eve
Your guide to the top viewing spots for the fireworks
Share your views on volunteering
Complete our survey and help make it an even better experience for you.
Enjoy a sweet treat, groove at a silent disco and help sick kids
There are so many ways to support the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation on Tuesday 3 December.
What to do in Sydney this December
See major art exhibitions, browse seasonal markets and celebrate at our free Christmas concerts. Here are 9 events to add to your hit list this month.
Honouring lives and inspiring change on Trans Day of Remembrance
Stand with us in memory and unity.
Improving safety on our streets by reducing speed limits
Stay alert to your surroundings when driving, riding or walking.
What to do in Sydney this November
Soak up spring at markets, festivals and gardens. Here are 9 events to add to your calendar this month.
Be asbestos ready: 1 in 3 homes contains asbestos
Homes built before 1990 could contain asbestos. Asbestos is dangerous when damaged, disturbed or deteriorating so you shouldn’t remove it yourself.
Our Young Professionals Network shares their 8 tips for good mental health
City of Sydney employees share the importance of prioritising your mental health and supporting each other.
Free movie screening: Who I Am Not
Mark your calendar for Intersex Awareness Day.
Heart dogs: Our companion animals officer shares her great love and loss of rescue animals
Lisa Wray opens up about the love and loss of pet adoption
The best seats in town to watch the Swans bring home the win
Get ready to cheer, cheer the red and the white as the Sydney Swans face the Brisbane Lions
What to do in Sydney this October
From neighbourhood street festivals to the international stage of SXSW Sydney, here are 11 events to celebrate this month.
Sydney Streets brings food, shopping and fun outdoors
Your favourite neighbourhoods come to life with alfresco dining, entertainment and live music.
What to do in Sydney this September
Spring forward with these must-see events to ring in the new season.
Help shape our new inclusion (disability) action plan
People with lived experience of disability, family, carers, service providers and organisations are encouraged to provide feedback and share their experiences.
Become a better supervisor of your learner driver
Their life could depend on it. Join our free online road safety workshop.
Master the art of pottery and join the best ceramics courses in Sydney
Learn, create, and connect at Pine Street Creative Arts Centre—your top destination for ceramics classes in Sydney.
Promote your events on What’s On
Be part of Sydney’s best event listings and get free marketing support.
All are welcome to a community day at Victoria Park
Welcome back to Victoria Park!
What to do in Sydney this August
Challenge yourself with dangerous ideas, boundary-pushing music and the world’s biggest fun run. Here are 10 events happening across the city this month.
Sydney's top spots for a winter swim
Don't let the chilly months stop you from getting in the water
Oxford Street west cycleway one step closer
The pink mile is still very much open for business while we create better connections for our busiest bike route.
Expect the unexpected: things to do for kids in our libraries
Our libraries are full of activities and collections to stimulate young minds. From preschool, tweens to teens – there's something for all ages
Things to do in Sydney with kids
After school, during the weekend and indoor, Sydney has plenty of fun for all ages.
