What's on calendar

Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat

Convict Prison Tour (all-ages)

During this tour, our guide will lead you through the turbulent history of the island's former penal establishment.

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun

Island Highlights Tour (all-ages)

Want a crash course in Cockatoo Island's history? This guided tour charts the island's transformation and different uses across time.

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Tues, Wed, Fri & Sun

Shipyard Tales Tour (all-ages)

Journey through 134 years of maritime history at Cockatoo Island and discover key landmarks from the former dockyard.

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Sundays

Defence of Sydney Tour (all-ages)

The Defence of Sydney Tour is an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the men and women who served at North Fort.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm and 2pm

21 November

North Head Discovery Tour (all-ages)

Explore a Second World War era structure off limits to general visitors on our bite-sized tour, ideal for new visitors including families.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10am & 11am

29 November

Love Reggaeton with Nicky Jam

Nicky Jam is coming to Sydney for Love Reggaeton, Australia’s first Urban and Reggaeton Festival held on Cockatoo Island.

Cockatoo Island

1pm to 10:30pm

30 November

Third Quarantine Cemetery Tour

During this volunteer-run tour, a knowledgeable guide will share stories of those who succumbed to small pox and other epidemics.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

11am to 12pm

2 December

Steam crane demonstration

See a demonstration of a one of Cockatoo Island's heritage steam cranes. Steam and spectacle – plus some toots and whistles – guaranteed!

Cockatoo Island

10:30am to 1:30pm

7 December

Le Marché French Market

Discover an impressive selection of gourmet French food and artisanal crafts.

Woolwich Dock & Parklands, Hunters Hill

9am to 1pm