12 things to do this weekend in Sydney (July 11-13)
Looking for things to do this weekend? Welcome to your curated guide to the top events, activities and unique experience in and around Sydney.
festivals
I’ve performed at the Edinburgh Fringe – here’s how I think Sydney Fringe Festival compares
Edinburgh Fringe Festival transforms the city each August and, as a fan (and performer), I was eager to discover Sydney Fringe and how it compares to its Scottish counterpart.
Sydney Fringe Festival 2025 – everything you need to know
Sydney Fringe Festival may be a way off yet, but we’ve got our first glimpse at this year’s program. Returning for its 16th year, the festival will expand north of the bridge for the first time and Western Sydney is even more present across the program. With an estimated 490 events taking place at more … Read more
King Street Crawl will turn Newtown into a free music festival this weekend
After a two-year hiatus, Newtown’s free one-day festival is returning, bringing more than 160 artists to 26 venues for a full day and night. Read more to find out what to expect and who you can see at the festival.
Christmas in July Sydney 2025: dates, snow lane and festive fun
Sydney’s winter festivals continue with the return of Christmas in July this Friday, July 11 until Sunday, July 20. Here’s everything you need to know. A must-see free event for anyone looking for the magic of European festivities, Christmas in July is Sydney’s answer to those magical markets that France, Germany, Austria and England are … Read more
Best Indigenous experiences: our guide to NAIDOC Week 2025
The 50th anniversary of NAIDOC Week kicks off this Sunday, July 6, with celebrations taking place across the city. We’ve created a comprehensive guide to help you plan your week, including details on the most popular NAIDOC Week events and some exciting newcomers and performance debuts. From fireworks to art fairs, there are plenty of … Read more
Vivid Sydney 2026 dates announced – and why 2025 was the biggest yet
The bulbs have barely cooled on this year’s festival, but we’re already looking ahead to the next year’s Vivid celebrations. As dates for the 2026 festival have been announce, we’ve taken a look back at this year’s festival which was bigger and brighter than ever.
What’s on in Sydney this July: Festivals, ice rinks, theatre and more
Winter is in full swing but that’s not slowing anything down. Wrap up warm and embrace the chill as you explore Sydney this month, from wintry wonderlands to an endless summer in Bondi.
7 must-see winter festivals to warm up your weekends
Vivid was just the warm-up – Sydney’s winter festivals will turn up the heat through July, with events popping up across the city to take us through to spring. From ice skating, festive magic and outdoor movie nights with your family to snow cannons and thumping music, winter’s never looked so good. Get out of … Read more
Rise Manly Winter Festival 2025: Everything You Need to Know
Manly may be a summer beach day spot for many, but a new winter festival is set to cement it as an all-year destination — so that beautiful ferry journey is worthwhile year round.
