Australia Day
26
Jan
January 26

Australia Day

Australia Day is a time to reflect, respect and celebrate the Australian spirit and the best of this country. Learn how you can spend the day in Darling Harbour.
When
Sunday,
26 Jan 2025

Australia Day is on Sunday January 26. No matter how you wish to acknowledge this day, it offers an opportunity to pause and reflect, to honour the multifaceted history of our nation and to celebrate Australia's achievements and its people. For some, it is an extra day off to relax and unwind, connecting with family and friends.

Please note there are no fireworks on Australia Day. See the fireworks schedule here.

What's On

AO25 Live finals with Channel 9 and Stan Sport

Celebrate the summer of tennis and watch the AO25 Live finals with Channel 9 and Stan Sport.

Warner Bros. Discovery Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter

The free Warner Bros. Discovery Open Air Cinema is back for an encore. Step into the wonderland of Darling Quarter to kick the year off with jaw-dropping blockbusters and fabulous food.

Pedal Boats

Are you up for an adventure out on the water this summer? Hire a pedal boat for up to two adults and two children and to take in the beauty of our harbour city directly from the water. 

Free kids performances

Get ready to grin and giggle! Pier St Underpass is where the magic happens this summer - expect singing, dancing and silly performances that'll have the whole family in stiches.

Watch Australia Day Live on screen at Convention Jetty

Watch the spectacular Australia Day Live concert on screen in the heart of Darling Harbour. Don't miss musical performances from top Aussie acts and dazzling fireworks displays live from the Sydney Opera House Forecourt. Showing from 7:30pm – 9:30pm.

Darling Harbour Playground

Spend a day at the Darling Harbour Playground - the ultimate wonderland for every kid no matter what age!

Yabun Festival 2025

Join Australia's biggest one-day festival of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 10am – 7pm, Sun 26 Jan in Victoria Park.

Reflect. Respect. Celebrate.

Migration Stories

Discover some fascinating personal stories of convicts, migrants and refugees in this digital collection.

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The Great Street Art Trail

Pop on your walking shoes and see stunning public art in Darling Harbour, including The Canopy by Jacob Nash, Harbour Veins by Yukupin and Portrait of Jenny Munro in Darling Square. 

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Grab a bite

One of the best thing's about Australia is our multicultural food scene. Here are our top picks for a meal bursting with flavour. 
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Baia THE ITALIAN
Authentic Italian food prepared by an acclaimed chef at a charming Sydney waterfront restaurant.
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Braza Churrascaria
Braza Churrasco is a Brazilian restaurant specialising in Rodizio meat skewers.
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Pancakes on The Rocks - Darling Square
Pancakes are one of the most delicious all-time foods, no question. Taste Sydney’s best stacks and a full menu of breakfast, lunch & dinner classics at Pancakes on The Rocks.
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Doodee King
Doodee King brings the authentic, punchy flavours of Thai street noodles to Sydney with authentic charm.
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Hello Auntie
Visit this Auntie to find contemporary Vietnamese fusion food, Asian-inspired cocktails, delicious sakes and a secret after-dark menu.
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Holy Basil
Starting out from humble beginnings in a tiny shop at Canley Heights, Holy Basil began their journey of retelling a story on their cultural heritages through their cuisines that is uniquely Laos & Thai.
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Blackbird Cafe
Blackbird Cafe is fast becoming a Sydney icon thanks to its buzzing atmosphere, great food and wild DJ nights.
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MuMian
Discover Sydney’s best Cantonese restaurant, and one of Darling Harbour’s best-kept secrets - MuMian.
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Grab a scoop of happiness with Darling Harbour’s best gelato
The sweetest escape this Summer.
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Embrace First Nation's Culture

Deepen your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture this Australia Day, by learning about the Boora Boora Dirra Dreamtime story, or get to know the Gadigal Language through our online tools.