Darling Harbour's Freebie Diary

Experience the world of music with your little one at Rhythm n Bubs. Through playful tunes and rhythmic adventures, this free event in Darling Harbour explores the joy of sound, fostering a love for music in the hearts of our youngest visitors

Hit up Beat Breakdown on Thursdays to unleash your dance moves or just vibe to the raw talent lighting up the floor. It's the ultimate urban showdown for everyone from b-boys to waackers, set in a chill yet buzzing showdown. Dive into the scene, battle it out for epic prizes, or just soak in the energy. Best part? It's totally on the house. It’s perfect free entertainment for uni crowds and the CBD hustle looking to switch up the beat after hours.

Got a mini yogi? Kids Yoga at Darling Quarter offers free 30-minute sessions with a skilled instructor that blend Zen with playfulness, offering a delightful way for children aged 2 to 5 (and primary-aged kids during school holidays) to find their inner peace. It’s a bendy, stretchy adventure with mats provided and no equipment needed.

Prepare to be mesmerized! Darling Harbour transforms into a dazzling spectacle of light and sound with breathtaking fireworks displays. Join us for an unforgettable evening of entertainment for the whole family.

Splash into adventure at Darling Harbour’s Children’s Playground, where kids become captains of fun in the unique water play zone. With jets to dodge, streams to navigate, and fountains to frolic in, it’s a splash-tastic voyage of discovery. And the fun doesn’t stop there; with swings to soar on, slides to swoop down, and a treasure trove of play areas; it’s a place where imagination knows no bounds.

Darling Square Library is the ultimate no-cost hideaway for book lovers of all ages. Whether you're seeking an adventure in the pages of a novel, uncovering facts in a non-fiction work, or learning new skills, the library is your free pass to endless exploration. The library’s arresting circular architectural design, wrapped in timber ribbons, makes it worthy of a look in its own right.

Darling Harbour is a vibrant canvas for an array of impressive street and public art that transforms the area into an open-air gallery. As you meander through the bustling precinct, let your gaze be captured by the marvels of creativity suspended above, from the oversized golden stars adorning the Pier Street Underpass that is The Canopy – an installation by Aboriginal artist Jacob Nash – to a striking oversized mural that spans six stories. Follow the Darling Harbour Street Art Trail to discover all of the artworks, which have been carefully curated from both local and international talent.