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.

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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.

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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.

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14 March

Sunset Sessions: Clay Western & Cooee [SOLD OUT]

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Clay Western and Cooee.

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5pm to 8pm

21 March

Sunset Sessions: Merpire & Luke Saunders

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Merpire and Luke Saunders.

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4pm to 7pm

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

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

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!

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10:30am to 1:30pm

NYE 2026 period

New Year's Eve accommodation

Book New Year’s Eve accommodation at Cockatoo Island and spend the biggest night of the year in the heart of Sydney Harbour!

Cockatoo Island

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