Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Things to do in January in Sydney

January is one of Sydney’s best months with many competing events craving your time and dollars. Follow the link below for some of the best.

Thursday, December 22, 2016

Summer Breaks from Sydney

Summer Breaks from Sydney 

We all need a change of scenery sometimes. Follow the link below for some great ideas on short trips north of Sydney on the road to Brisbane.


Sunday, December 18, 2016

New Year's Eve in Sydney

Over a billion people will watch Sydney bring in the new year. Follow the link below for some of the best places to experience it.

https://www.sydney100.com/newyearssydney/

Monday, December 12, 2016

Christmas in Sydney

Christmas is a wonderful time of year where ever you are but in Sydney it is magical.
 

Friday, December 9, 2016

Friday, December 2, 2016

Summer Schools Holidays Sydney


The Summer School Holidays will soon be here all the way till until just past Australia Day. There's much to do so perhaps best to be prepared.

https://www.sydney100.com/thingstodosydneyschoolsummerholidays

Friday, November 25, 2016

Things to do in December in Sydney

Inbetween the Christmas shopping, organising and work there will hopefully be time to enjoy the start of Summer in Sydney.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-december/

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Fantastic Planet Sydney

Fantastic Planet – Thursday, 24th November – Sunday 4th December

This is indeed a fantastic planet and Sydney is a particularly fantastic part of it yet this festival is something else, something out of this world!

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-november/

Friday, November 11, 2016

Glebe Street Fair Sydney

Glebe Street Fair – Sunday, 20th November

The Glebe Street Fair for a kilometre long expanse of food, music, rides, entertainment and other activities.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-november/

Friday, November 4, 2016

JFK to OBAMA Photographic Exhibition of US Presidents

JFK to OBAMA – Pop Up Gallery, Australian Centre for Photography, 118 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst – to 12th November

From JFK to Obama remind us that power and politicians come from a planet different to ours. They work for us but they don't always seem to act like it.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-november/

Saturday, October 29, 2016

Sydney Opera House the Eighth Wonder

The Eighth Wonder – Sydney Opera House  – from Friday, 28th October

Roll up, roll up! For the first time in history the steps leading up to the Sydney Opera House will become its stage. The building always looked at its best from the outside so this makes a lot of sense. Just imagine how this will look with performers ‘backed-up’ by the world’s most famous roof. Three thousand lucky people will be entertained by gliding stages, fast paced action, projections as the history of the house is recounted in song by some of Australia’s most talented young singers. Click below if you want to witness history in the making of the Eighth Wonder.

The Eighth Wonder

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Norton Street Italian Festa Sydney

Norton Street Italian Festa – Sunday, 30th October

The Norton Street Italian Festa is a festival for young and old, for those with an Italian heritage and those without. It always has a wonderful atmosphere and is chock full of fun things to do, see and be entertained by. A great way to spend a lazy Sunday meandering around the stalls. Enjoy.

Friday, October 14, 2016

Sydney Zombie Walk – Free – Saturday, 29th October

Sydney Zombie Walk – Free – Saturday, 29th October

Let the Zombie rise-up from within you and takeover the streets of Sydney. All for charity of course as you raise awareness for the Brain Foundation. There will be lots of other Zombies to chat to and groan at. It will be fun! There will be Zombie food, Zombie makeovers and much more.

Sydney Zombie Walk 


Friday, October 7, 2016

Sculpture by the Sea Bondi Beach Sydney

Sculpture by the Sea – Bondi Beach – Thursday, 20th October – Sunday, 6th November

Sculpture by the sea has a lot going for it, great views, wonderful enigmatic sculptures, nice vibe, an excuse to go to Bondi and it's free! 

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-october/ 

Sunday, October 2, 2016

Wildlife Photographer of the Year Sydney

Wildlife Photographer of the Year – Australian National Maritime Museum to Sunday, 16th October

With 10s of thousands of entries from around the globe you can be pretty sure that the photographs you get to see are the very best there is to see. 

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-october/ 

Friday, September 30, 2016

Art and About in Sydney

Art and About – Sydney City – ends Tuesday, 11th October

Art and About spreads great works all over Sydney making it one of the most engaging and widely seen exhibitions in Australia. Follow the link below to find out more details. Art and About is also a chance to see parts of Sydney you might otherwise miss.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-october

Sunday, September 25, 2016

Friday, September 23, 2016

Things to do in the School Holidays in Sydney

School Holiday to Dos

There's no stopping the school gates closing so best to be prepared for those 'delightful words' "I'm bored!!!"

https://www.sydney100.com/thingstodosydneyschoolholidays/

Friday, September 16, 2016

Surry Hills Festival in Sydney on Saturday, 24th September 2016

Surry Hills Festival – Saturday, 24th September

You can’t really say Surry Hills comes to life when the festival is on as there is always something happen in this trendy slightly alternative suburb of Sydney. The festival just amps things up slightly with music, art, things for the kids to do, markets and food from around the globe. 

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-september/

Sunday, September 11, 2016

Spring in Sydney for Free

Spring in Sydney for Free

Make the most of spring in Sydney by treating yourself to a few of the Top 100 Things to do in Sydney. It doesn't have to cost much if anything to have a good time.

https://www.sydney100.com/free-things-to-do-in-sydney/

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

The Sydney Underground Film Festival

The Sydney Underground Film Festival – 15th September – 18th September

The Sydney Underground Film Festival or SUFF continues to promote the movies that you probably wouldn't see otherwise. Are you brave enough to go underground to see them? 
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Sunday, September 4, 2016

Festival of the Winds Sydney

Festival of the Winds, Bondi Park, Bondi Beach and Bondi Pavilion - Sunday, 11th September

As the waves roll by the skies of Bondi will be filled with strange and wonderful kites of all shapes and sizes. Expert fliers will impress you with their skills and colourful creations. The ‘high’ lights will actually include on ground entertainment to spare any sore necks from looking skywards for too long. :) Anyone can take part and you should be able to buy and/or fly your kite whilst you are there. 

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Malaysia Festival Sydney

Malaysia Festival, Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour – Sunday 4th September

Malaysia comes to Darling Harbour to delight and entertain us. The Malaysia Festival or MFest for short is the biggest Malaysian cultural event in Sydney. Amazing cuisine and wonderful performances are sure to put a smile on your face.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-september/

Sunday, August 28, 2016

Willoughby Spring Festival Sydney

Willoughby Spring Festival - Street Fair is on Saturday, 3rd September

The Willoughby Spring festival is the biggest cultural event on the North Shore. Quiet leafy Sydney gets out and about to enjoy a month long feast of art and entertainment in all its forms for young and old alike. Most come for the Street Fair which should not missed.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-september/

Friday, August 26, 2016

Festival of Dangerous Ideas Sydney

Festival of Dangerous Ideas – 3rd September – 4th September

The Festival of Dangerous Ideas can be a real challenge when the ideas seem, well, dangerous. This is not a quiet debate – prepare to be provoked. This has to be on the list of things to do in Sydney in September.


Saturday, August 20, 2016

Spring in Sydney

Spring in Sydney

Spring is on its way! Sydney is beginning to open up like the flower that it is to welcome in the warmer weather and longer days. The first 'springy' event we have for you is the Sydney Fringe Festival. Born out of Newtown the festival has grown so much as to be to be fringing on not being fringe at all. Expect the unexpected and the occasional work of brilliance.

Saturday, August 13, 2016

V8 Supercars Sydney

V8 Supercars – Sydney Motorsport Park Super Sprint – Blacktown – Friday, 26th August to Sunday, 28th August


Big fast, noisy cars in furious pursuit of each other is as exciting as motor racing gets. Witness the spectacle of at least one of the two superfast 60 kilometre races of this iconic event in the world of motorsport. For families there will be a Disney Zone to keep the little ones entertained.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-august

Saturday, August 6, 2016

Cirque Du Soleil in Sydney

Cirque Du Soleil – Entertainment Quarter, Darling Harbour – 25th August to 9th October

Cirque Du Soleil's latest show is a throwback; a twist and death defying leap back to their beginnings. It's funny, it's daring, it's Cirque Du Soleil's "KOOZA" - the art of the seemingly impossible delivered with a cheeky grin.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-august/ 

Saturday, July 30, 2016

Good Food & Wine Show in Sydney

Good Food & Wine Show – Sydney Convention and Function Centre, Darling Harbour – 5th to 7th August

Celebrate some of the finest fine wine and enjoy all the yummy stuff that can go with it and a few indulgencies that maybe shouldn't. But, hey, in for a taste, in for a treat.


Tuesday, July 26, 2016

Yoga on top of the Sydney Tower Eye

Yoga – Sydney Tower Eye – City Centre – to Wednesday, 28th March 2018

Start your day in the most relaxed way above the buzz of Sydney. Yoga at the top of Sydney Tower is a unique experience allowing you to fully appreciate what a great city this really is.


Saturday, July 23, 2016

Wednesday, July 20, 2016

International Boat Show in Sydney

Sydney International Boat Show – Glebe Island and Cockle Bay at Darling Harbour – 28th July to 1st August

The Sydney International Boat Show boasts world class exhibits. Follow the link below potty around on a boat.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-july/

Saturday, July 16, 2016

Rocks Aroma Festival Sydney

The Rocks Aroma Festival – 26th July

Aroma is a celebration of the finest beans and a magnet for those magicians that magic up the finest drop. This is a must do for those of us that love it and those that simply can't live without it. The exotic flavours and aromas will rock you!

For more about the above and other top things to do Sydney in July just follow the link below:

Friday, July 15, 2016

Skiing in Australia

Gone Skiing! 

It's winter, it's cold, there is snow - make the most of it - Go Skiing!

Saturday, July 9, 2016

Winterlight, Parramatta Sydney

Winterlight – Parramatta – to Sunday, 17th July

Winterlight is mostly about skating around being cool, looking cool, skating around thinking you’re looking cool or not looking cool at all and having a load of fun. There will be free stuff for kids, lots of winter treats and a great slightly chilled atmosphere.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-july/

Winter Festival – Darling Harbour – Cool Yule

Winter Festival – Darling Harbour – Cool Yule to 17th July

Cool Yule puts Christmas in July on ice with twirling and whirling on a massive ice rink. There will also be a Snow Pit, a Frozen Forest and a winter’s tale or two. The obligatory Selfie Station ensures a very Cool Yule selfie Christmas in Sydney.

For more about the above and other top things to do Sydney in July just follow the link below:

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-july

Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Carmen at the Sydney Opera House

Carmen at the Sydney Opera House to Friday 12th August

The Opera Carman is about love, passion and loss. It is about pain and jealous rage. Carmen is dramatic, compelling and a spectacle that will embed itself in your memory for some time after the final curtain. 
For more about the above and other top things to do Sydney in July just follow the link below:


Thursday, June 23, 2016

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes Sydney

The Archibald Prize Australia


The Archibald Prize can be anyone from the sporting elite to politicians. Anyone in media. The Wynne Prize is for best landscape painting and the Sulman Prize goes to the artist with the best subject painting.

Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes

Saturday, June 18, 2016

Sydney Craft Beer and Cider Fair

Sydney Craft Beer and Cider Fair is on Saturday, 25th June

The Sydney Craft Beer & Cider Fair is a tasteful discovery of some of the finest quality brews in the land. "...the greatest invention in the history of mankind is beer. Oh, I grant you the wheel was also a fine invention, but the wheel does not go nearly as well with pizza.” :)

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-june/

Thursday, June 16, 2016

Winter Magic Festival Katoomba near Sydney

Winter Magic Festival – Katoomba – Saturday, 18th June

The Blue Mountains Magical Winter Festival brings entertainers, artists and musicians onto the streets of Katoomba. The highlight is the Grand Parade where everyone is encouraged to dress up in costume and have fun. Make it a warm one.
https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-june/

Saturday, June 11, 2016

Skiing in Sydney

The Queen's Birthday long weekend marks the official start of the snow season. Follow the link below for taste of what’s in store, it’s pretty good so don’t tell everyone, we don't want too many people crowding the slopes :) Follow the link below for more about the above and many other great things to do in Sydney in June.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-june/

Tuesday, June 7, 2016

Queen’s Birthday June Long Weekend Sydney

Queen’s Birthday June Long Weekend in Sydney

I think the Queen has the reached the age of ninety. I wonder if we get a week off if she reaches a 100? You heard it here first :) Follow the link below for a few ideas on how to celebrate the long weekend, assuming you get one.


Follow the link below for more about the above and many other great things to do in Sydney:

Wednesday, June 1, 2016

Sydney Film Festival

Sydney Film Festival – Wednesday, 8th June to Sunday, 19th June

The Sydney Film Festival is all about creative and entertaining movies. Select a few movies you want to see and pay a visit to “Festival Hub” to really get the most out of this wonderful event.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Sydney Harbour in LEGO®

How do you get people to venture inside when there is so much to see and do outside? Easy, in one word, LEGO. Build it and people will come to see it.

Follow the link below for more about the above and many other great things to do in Sydney in June.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

Vivid Festival Sydney

The Vivid Festival - 27th May to 13th June

The Vivid festival has become not only the best festival in Sydney but is also an international show piece inspiring similar festivals in major cities around the world.
https://www.sydney100.com/vivid-sydney/

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

Sydney Writers Festival - Walsh Bay - Monday 16th May to Sunday 22nd May

Talented authors, great books and knowledgeable audiences combine to make the Sydney Writers Festival one of the best of its kind in the world.

Follow the link below for more about the festivals above and many other great things to do in Sydney in May.

Friday, May 6, 2016

Pyrmont Festival in Sydney

Pyrmont Festival - Friday, 13th May to Sunday, 22nd May

There is much about the country town of Mudgee, so much in fact that it ends up in Pyrmont in Sydney. The Pyrmont Festival allows you to enjoy the best of Mudgee and Pyrmont aided by some fine wine, food and entertainment.

Saturday, April 30, 2016

Anywhere Festival Parramatta

Anywhere Festival - Parramatta - 5th May to 21st MayThe Anywhere Festival can pop up anywhere. Anywhere in Parramatta that is. If you go on an art hunt you will not only be delighted by what you find you will come to know and appreciate what fine city Parramatta really is.

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

Hunters Hill Food and Wine Festival in Sydney

Hunters Hill Food and Wine Festival – Boronia Park Oval, Hunters Hill – Sunday, 1st May

Hunters Hill Food and Wine Festival is all about healthy food, great wine and cooking with both. The festival caters for young and old with rides and entertainment. It is a great day out for all and good excuse to explore Hunters Hill and enjoy the fabulous Sydney Harbour views.

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Head On Festival Sydney

Head On Photo Festival – Across Sydney - 29th April to 22nd May

Head On is a well-established festival featuring numerous exhibitions and events. Most of the events are free. The festival culminates with the Head On Portrait Prize - portrait photography at its best.

Thursday, April 14, 2016

ANZAC Day Sydney

ANZAC Day is on the 25th April

ANZAC Day is a day of remembrance and reflection but there will also be special events to enjoy.

Thursday, April 7, 2016

20th Biennale in Sydney

20th Biennale – All over Sydney – to Sunday, 5th June

Every two years Biennale comes to Sydney and every time it does it adds to being here. This year promises to be no exception.  We can look forward to some of the best works that Biennale has ever produced. The theme for 2016 is “The future is already here — it’s just not evenly distributed”.  Investigate the numerous ‘embassies of thought’ for your passport into tomorrow.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-may/

Friday, April 1, 2016

School Holidays in Sydney

We have listed a few things to do with the kids, just hope you can get the time off to do some of them. You can just leave the kids at one or two events but you will need to book.

Sunday, March 27, 2016

Things to do in April in Sydney

April is here with some enticing weather to enjoy Sydney with along with some great things to do. These include Heritage week and the Hoopla Festival. 
https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-april

Thursday, March 24, 2016

What to do at Easter

Your Easter maybe filled with the mystery of the missing Easter Egg. You know how it goes; the number of eggs hidden is more than the number of eggs found. It could be worse; the number found is greater than the number hidden. “Ok, who found last year’s missing egg!?” [Yuk!!] :) . There is much more to do at Easter than look for rotten eggs:

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Stops from Sydney to Brisbane

Sydney to Brisbane

It is possible to drive to Brisbane on Friday and drive back to Sydney on Monday. Alternatively just drive some of the way, “see and do stuff” and then drive back.

Sunday, March 13, 2016

FREE Symphonic Jazz in Sydney

Symphonic Jazz – Parramatta Park [FREE] – Parramatta – Saturday, 19th March

If Party in Park is not quite to your taste how about Symphonic Jazz? Bring a picnic and treat your ears to the great sounds of Mr James Morrison and the Sydney Symphonic Orchestra.


Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Party in the Park Sydney

Party in the Park – Warriewood, Northern Beaches – Saturday, 19th March

Warriewood is a lesser known Northern Beach yet it has much going for it. It is certainly a real party suburb on the 19th March with the Jungle Giants, Dune Rats and many more great bands and performers.

Sunday, March 6, 2016

Art Month – Sydney’s Top Galleries

Art Month – Sydney’s Top Galleries

I don't think I need to draw you a picture (phew! Relief :) ) when I tell you that Sydney’s creative and talented visual artists will ensure March in Sydney is even more visually stunning than usual.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-march/

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Mardi Gras Parade – Oxford Street – Saturday, 7th March

Mardi Gras! You don't have to be gay to enjoy this brilliantly irreverent, entertaining and comical street procession. If you can, get there early pick yourself out a good spot and party along with the rest of crowd. For more on the Sydney Mardi Gras and the Mardi Gras Parade just follow the link below.


Sunday, February 28, 2016

Twilight Concerts at Taronga Zoo – end Saturday, 21st March

Twilight Concerts at Taronga Zoo – end Saturday, 21st March

The giraffes sway to the soothing tones and wild cats roar with the tapping of toes. Well that's what I imagine happens any way as I believe the animals aren't allowed in audience (although watch out for those cheeky monkeys :)) The Twilight series has had some big names this year. See if you can't catch one of them before it ends. For more information follow this link:

Friday, February 26, 2016

End of summer in Sydney

What to do its the end of Summer!

Summer isn't over till there's snow on the ground! Well, maybe not but Autumn in Sydney is like summer in most other places so you are still allowed to enjoy it. For best things to do in 'summer' visit.

Saturday, February 20, 2016

Sydney Skinny Dipping

Sydney Skinny Dipping – Saturday, 28th February

Sydney Skinny Dip
It's time to throw in the towel and then pick it up again because you're gonna need it. The rest doesn't really matter unless you intend travelling on public transport. I know people say "but everyone will stare" fact is most of the people that might stare will be naked themselves so stare right back! Funny how having no clothes on seems to bring out the best in people so I doubt it will be problem unless you have lots of very interesting body art. For the bare essentials please follow the link below.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Mardi Gras Sydney

Mardi Gras kicks off on Friday, 19th February with its world-famous parade on Saturday, 5th March.


Saturday, February 6, 2016

Valentine's Day in Sydney

Need I remind you that it’s Valentine’s Day on Sunday. Tickets to see Romeo and Juliet could be a nice romantic gift for some. Romeo and Juliet is not, however for those with a love of happy endings. This a love story for sure but also of anger and great tragedy. A journey from first joyous touch to a final poisonous end. Bring tissues. For more on Romeo and Juliet and other potential ideas follow the link below:

https://www.sydney100.com/valentinesdaysydney/

Wednesday, February 3, 2016

Chinese New Year in Sydney

Chinese New Year - ends 21st Feb

The Sydney Chinese New Year celebrations are here and all are welcome to enjoy the colour and spectacle one of the biggest celebrations of its kind outside of China.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-february/

Saturday, January 30, 2016

Life’s a Beach at the Bondi Pavilion Gallery in Sydney

Life’s a Beach – Bondi Pavilion Gallery – Sunday, 31st January to Sunday 27th March

Life’s a Beach commences today at Bondi. This is a special exhibition allowing us a look at the seaside rituals and quirks of many countries that reside around world's oceans. The images allow us to compare how different cultures treat time by the sea. When you've had your fill take a few steps outside and, if you're lucky, you'll get to observe some of Bondi's quirks. 

Sunday, January 24, 2016

Open Air Cinema in Sydney

Open Air Cinema – Royal Botanic Gardens

The beautiful creation that is the Open Air Cinema flowers briefly during the second half of summer to bow its screen for the last time on the 19th February. The Open Air Cinema is listed No. 7 on the top 100 list.

 Ben and Jerry’s Openair Cinemas’ – Bondi – Thursday, 21st January to Sunday, 28th February

 As one Open Air cinema departs so another commences, except when they are both open… :) Watch the film and other fun stuff as the waves roll onto one of the world’s most famous of beaches. 

Follow the link below for more the above and more things to do in January and February:

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-january/

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Australia Day Long Weekend in Sydney

Australia Day – Tuesday, 26th January

The Australia Day long weekend (if you take the Monday off that is) provides us with many ways to celebrate. Most people will head towards the harbour but you don't have to follow that crowd, there will be many more crowds heading in many directions. Follow the link below for more details.

 The Sydney Festival – the last days

The Sydney Festival ends on Australia Day. Some say Sydney doesn't really need it anymore - that it has had its time. Prove them wrong and enjoy the delights in store.

 Things to do over the School Holidays

Australia Day also marks the end, or close to the end of the School Holidays. But there's still much to done.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-january/

Saturday, January 16, 2016

Open Air Cinema in Sydney

Open Air Cinema – Royal Botanic Gardens

The beautiful creation that is the Open Air Cinema flowers briefly during the second half of summer to bow its screen for the last time on the 19th February. The Open Air Cinema is listed No. 7 on the top 100 list.



Wednesday, January 13, 2016

Movies by the Boulevard at Sydney Olympic Park

Movies by the Boulevard at Sydney Olympic Park end of Sunday (17th January). Head for Cathy Freeman Park for all many manner of film including short, sweet and the extra-large Jurassic World.
Follow the link below for more movies and other top things to do in Sydney in January:
https://www.sydney100.com/sydney-in-january/


 

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Sydney Ferries

Catch a Sydney Ferry

A ride aboard a Sydney ferry is pleasure no matter where you go but which are the best ones? We have added an extra link along side the Manly Ferry. Let us know which you think is the best.

https://www.sydney100.com/sydney5/

Saturday, January 2, 2016

Short and Sweet in Sydney

Short and Sweet – Wednesday, 6th January to Sunday, 13th March


Have you ever been stuck in a theatre wondering when you’ll get out, perhaps thinking about getting home or what to do the next day but not much about what’s going on in front of you? Well that’s unlikely to happen at Short and Sweet unless your attention span can be measured in seconds in which case you probably stopped reading already. Ten minute plays, YES just 10 minutes. Like mini choc bars these mini theatrical masterpieces will leave you wanting more. You might even say “bite-sized dramatic treats!” but I wouldn’t. :)