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

Saturdays

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

1:30pm to 2:30pm

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

Saturdays & Sundays

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

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

Saturdays & Sundays

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

Tours & experiences

Saturdays

Curious Tales Family Tour (all-ages)

As you explore the lower island, you’ll laugh and gasp as we introduce you to a weird and wacky bunch of real-life characters and creatures.

Cockatoo Island

5:30pm to 6:30pm

Tours & experiences

Saturdays

Dark Past Tour (15+)

On this exciting new tour, we’ll unearth the island’s raw, unfiltered truths as you explore the former convict prison and dockyard.

Cockatoo Island

7:30pm to 8:45pm

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

Special events

25 May to 13 June

Vivid Sydney Harbour Cruise

Experience Vivid Sydney from the water aboard a spacious 3-level catamaran with licensed bars. Note: Only available as an add-on when booking Cockatoo Island accommodation online.

Cockatoo Island

4:30pm to 8:30pm

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

Tours & experiences

13 June

First Nations Walk and Weave Tour

Join Koori Kinnections for an immersive First Nations-led 90-minute walking tour and weaving session. Presented as part of Global Wellness Day Sydney.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10am to 11:30am

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