What's On
From cocktails to culture-fests

What's On

There’s always something exciting going on at Darling Harbour. Whip out your diary and get ready to pencil in some of Sydney’s most exciting events, from art exhibitions and concerts to boat shows and film festivals.
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Apr
Autumn School Holidays
Break free from the usual these school holidays with a free school holiday disco, Sydney Comedy Festival, $15 and under family-friendly eats and more.
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11
Apr
Sat 11 Apr, 2pm - 11.30pm
Sydney Salsa Festival with Grupo Niche
Get ready for the 2nd International Australian Salsa Festival — a night of rhythm, passion, and world-class Salsa!
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18
Apr
19
Apr
Sydney Comedy Festival
Sydney Comedy Festival presents a jam-packed weekend of laughter, fun and incredible performances
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10
May
Mother's Day
What better way to show our Mums just how much we love them than a day in Darling Harbour!
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01
Mar
03
May
Culture Alive Festivals
Darling Harbour proudly celebrates Sydney’s diverse multi-cultural community with a host of vibrant cultural festivals that will take you on a trip around the globe throughout the year.
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31
Dec
31
Dec
Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular fireworks display in Cockle Bay.
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22
May
13
Jun
Vivid Sydney
Vivid Sydney will illuminate Darling Harbour with art, light, creativity and exploration.
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24
May
11
Jun
Vivid Sydney: Star-Bound Drone Show
Lighting up the night skies in a show-stopping blockbuster, the popular Vivid Sydney Drone Show returns for its longest season yet as Star-Bound: 22 shows across 11 nights at in its new home in Darling Harbour.
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22
May
13
Jun
Sun - Wed
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Nights
Experience Vivid Sydney's dazzling light displays, free live music under the stars, and buzzing DJ sets at Tumbalong Park
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23
May
13
Jun
Saturdays at 5pm
Vivid Music: Tumbalong Kids
Explore Darling Harbour's Light Walk, enjoy free children's shows & live music at Tumbalong Park.
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06
Mar
15
May
Latin Nights By The Bay
Join Sydney’s favourite outdoor Latin dance event, bringing together the city’s best Latin dance schools, top DJs, live music, and an incredible community!
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09
Apr
09
Apr
Happy Hour at Ibis Darling Harbour
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Treat yourself to your favourite drinks at unbeatable Happy Hour prices.
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16
Apr
Thu 16 Apr
In Conversation with Pamela Anderson
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Presented by Wanderlust the TikTok Entertainment Centre is hosting In Conversation with Pamela Anderson on Thursday the 16th of April.
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07
Apr
17
Apr
Frame the Garden
Let your child explore the Chinese Garden of Friendship like a mini artist, finding inspiration in twisty bridges, colourful pavilions, rustling bamboo tunnels and sparkly koi ponds.
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07
Apr
17
Apr
School Holiday Fun - Kids Learn & Play Pickleball
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Keep the kids active these school holidays with House of Pickle's fun pickleball sessions!
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17
Apr
Guo DeGang & YuQian Cross Talk Show 2026
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Deyunshe, one of the most popular and famous Cross Talk groups in China, is participating in its 30th Anniversary World Tour.
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18
Apr
4pm - 8.30pm, Sat 18 Apr
Sydney Comedy Festival: Gala on the Green
Sydney Comedy Festival presents a jam-packed day of laughter, fun and incredible performances
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18
Apr
Sat 18 Apr, 11.30am
Red Bull Dance Your Style Qualifier Australia
Red Bull Dance Your Style is a global all-style a 1v1 Street Dance battle competition series with a unique format.
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