What's on calendar

Sunset Sessions live music event on Cockatoo Island.

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.

Featured events

New after-hours tours (weekends)
Night at the Barracks (11 Sept to 3 Oct)
Tours & experiences

5 July

Tunnels and Gunners Tour (all-ages)

Our knowledgeable volunteer guide will lead you through 2 sets of demilitarised forts, including tunnels normally off limits to the public.

Georges Heights, Headland Park

10:30am to 12pm

School Holidays

6 to 17 July

Saltwater School’s holiday program

Saltwater School’s holiday programs are designed for kids aged 7-12 and combine fun, learning, and outdoor exploration in the beautiful surrounds of Chowder Bay.

Clifton Gardens Reserve, Mosman

8.30am to 3.30pm

Community

7 July

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

School Holidays

11 July

Harbour Paint & Sip

Get creative with a Harbour Paint & Sip class guided by our artistic facilitator. Kids session also available. Note: Only available as an add-on when booking Cockatoo Island accommodation online.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 5:30pm (kids) & 6pm to 7:30pm (adults)

Community

12 July 2026

Draft Woolwich Dock and Parklands Management Plan 2026 Exhibition

The Draft Woolwich Dock and Parklands Management Plan 2026 is currently open for public exhibition. The Harbour Trust and Hunters Hill Council is hosting drop-in sessions, where the community can speak with representatives from both organisations.

Le Marché French Markets, Woolwich Dock and Parklands

9am to 2pm

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

Community

22 July 2026

Draft Woolwich Dock and Parklands Management Plan 2026 Exhibition

The Draft Woolwich Dock and Parklands Management Plan 2026 is currently open for public exhibition. The Harbour Trust and Hunters Hill Council is hosting drop-in sessions, where the community can speak with representatives from both organisations.

Hunters Hill Council Chambers

6pm to 7:30pm

Live entertainment

17 to 19 July

Clocktower Con Australia 2026

Players from around the world will gather for an unforgettable 3-day celebration of all things BOTC– including trivia, talk panels, competitions, merchandise and all the games you could want!

Cockatoo Island

Varies

Tours & experiences

26 July

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

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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and Owners of the lands, waters and sky of Sydney Harbour, including the extraordinary places we manage and protect. Today, the homelands of the Borogegal, Birrabirragal, Cammeraygal, Gadigal, Gayamagal, Wallumedegal and Wangal peoples host destinations under our stewardship. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging.

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