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

28 March

Sunset Sessions: Joel Leggett & William Alexander

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Joel Leggett and William Alexander.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 7pm

1 April

Manly Chambers discovery and networking event

Join the Manly Chambers for a unique business networking experience at North Head Sanctuary.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

5:30pm to 8pm

4 April

Sunset Sessions: Dave Graney & Joe Mungovan

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Dave Graney and Joe Mungovan.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 7pm

5 April

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

7 April

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