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What's on calendar

Looking for things to do in Sydney? Check out our what's on calendar to discover current and upcoming attractions across our network of protected places.

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Easter Encampments: Walk and Film Screening (2 May)

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Guest exploring Cockatoo Island's lower island while listening to an audio tour.

Cockatoo Island audio tours (everyday)

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Behind Closed Doors Tour (9 May)

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Visitors exploring Cockatoo Island's Convict Precinct while on our Convict Prison Tour.
Tours & experiences

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

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Visitors exploring Cockatoo Island's Docks Precinct while on our Island Highlights Tour.
Tours & experiences

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

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Visitors exploring Cockatoo Island's Docks Precinct while on our Island Highlights Tour.
Tours & experiences

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

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Inside a 200-metre-long military tunnel complex at North Head Sanctuary in Manly.
Tours & experiences

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 and 11:30am

School holidays

7 to 17 April

Saltwater School: Holiday program

Give your kids an unforgettable school holiday adventure with exciting outdoor activities including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and more!

Chowder Bay, Headland Park

8:30am to 3:30pm

Community

25 April

ANZAC Day Dawn Service

The Mosman RSL sub branch will host a Dawn Service on ANZAC Day at the Old Parade Ground, Best Avenue, Georges Heights.

Georges Heights, Headland Park

5:30am to 6:30am

Tours & experiences

26 April

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

Special events

2 May

Easter Encampments at Middle Head: Walk and Film Screening

As part of the National Trust’s Australian Heritage Festival (NSW), join us for a FREE special public screening of the films at Middle Head, followed by a guided walk with military historian, Brad Manera.

Middle Head, Headland Park

11am to 12pm

Tours & experiences

9 May

Behind Closed Doors Tour

Celebrate the 2026 National Trust Australian Heritage Festival with an exclusive tour of Cockatoo Island, including it's historic Powerhouse.

Cockatoo Island

9:30am, 10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm

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