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 and 11:30am

27 February to 1 March

Sydney Harbour Concours d'Elegance

Experience rare classic cars, luxury supercars and fine hospitality coming together against the stunning back dop of Sydney Harbour.

Cockatoo Island

1pm to 10:30pm

28 February

Halo Ceramics group show

Discover a range of contemporary ceramic artworks exploring the enduring connection between earth, time, hand and history, set against the striking Parade Ground at North Head Sanctuary.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

3pm to 7pm

28 February

Sunset Sessions: PEPTALK & Myki Jay

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, PEPTALK and Myki Jay.

Cockatoo Island

5pm to 8pm

1 March

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

3 March

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