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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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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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10 May

Le Marché French Market

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

Woolwich Dock & Parklands, Hunters Hill

9am to 1pm

Community

19 May

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

Tours & experiences

31 May

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

Markets

14 June

Le Marché French Market

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

Woolwich Dock & Parklands, Hunters Hill

9am to 1pm

Tours & experiences

28 June

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

Markets

12 July

Le Marché French Market

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

Woolwich Dock & Parklands, Hunters Hill

9am to 1pm

Markets

9 August

Le Marché French Market

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

Woolwich Dock & Parklands, Hunters Hill

9am to 1pm

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