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

19 October

Sunday Sessions at Marina Cafe & Bar

Enjoy free live music by Cate Guirguis at Marina Cafe & Bar. Online bookings recommended.

Cockatoo Island

12pm to 3pm

4 November

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

15 & 16 November

Cycle Messenger World Championships

Riders from around the world will test their speed, skill and strategy on a challenging closed-course weaving through the island’s historic laneways.

Cockatoo Island

10am to 6pm

16 November

Sunday Sessions at Marina Cafe & Bar

Enjoy free live music by Maryann at Marina Cafe & Bar. Online bookings recommended.

Cockatoo Island

12pm to 3pm

29 November

Love Reggaeton with Nicky Jam

Nicky Jam is coming to Sydney for Love Reggaeton, Australia’s first Urban and Reggaeton Festival held on Cockatoo Island.

Cockatoo Island

1pm to 10:30pm

2 December

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