What's On This Weekend in Sydney: The Sitchu Edit
No plans? Here's what's on in Sydney this weekend...
Autumn is here and Sydney is turning it up with one of the most packed event schedules we've seen to date. We're channelling long lunches, wine bars and weekend road trips. Make the most of these cool sunny days! From Sydney's incredible foodie scene to cocktails with a view, this is the best of what's on in Sydney this weekend...
Enjoy a Luxe Autumn Afternoon Tea at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney
Looking for an indulgent experience to add to your autumn bucket list? The Fullerton Hotel Sydney - a 5-star stay in the heart of Sydney’s financial and fashion district - has crafted the perfect autumn afternoon tea guaranteed to surprise and delight.
Inspired by the dazzling array of colourful tones autumn brings, the menu is made up of bold citrus flavours and seasonal berries, with sweet and savoury morsels on offer that will have you coming back for more. Think a Mont Blanc Stone made with vanilla mousse, almond cake and chestnut, a Cardonia Tart - a zesty combination of caramelised quince and mascarpone cream, or a Pâté of confit duck, freeze-dried mandarin, roasted walnuts and Davidson Plum pearls.
From $78 per person
Available daily until May 31, 2024, from 12.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Reservations are required, so click here to secure your spot.
Luc San Launches Sydney's First French-Japanese Bottomless Brunch
Think you've experienced all a bottomless brunch has to offer? Think again. Luc San has just launched its own take on the Sydney weekend favourite with a seven-course menu packed with delights. Think robata-grilled bacon skewers with gruyere cheese, smoked cured egg, nori and bearnaise and free-flowing cocktails like yuzu and chilli margaritas and French 75s. There will also be a pull-apart honey garlic glazed brioche roll, Japanese fried chicken and a DIY sundae station. Incredible.
From $95
Sundays, 11am to 5pm
Corner of Pennys Lane and Kings Cross Road, Potts Point
Celebrate Mud Crab May at Spice Temple
We love a seasonal special and this May it's all about mud crabs at Spice Temple. With mud crab being one of Spice Temple's most beloved dishes, Executive Chef Andy Evans is excited to see the special revived. The best part? It'll only set you back $99. Strictly limited to the month of May, you can choose from XO, ginger and shallot or black bean and salted chilli sauce. Group dinner plans sorted!
10 Blight Street, Sydney
Immerse Yourself in Luna Park's Sonic Neon Installation
No need to nip to Tokyo to get your next fix of breathtaking light and sound installs, friends. Sonic Neon is making its debut within Luna Park's Crystal Palace on Saturday 13th April. The accessible and all-ages experience takes visitors through eight immersive installs across 150 metres that utilise lasers, light and mirror - all pulsating to iconic tunes.
First release ticket holders will also score access to a blacklight dessert bar serving up Tokyo Lamington treats, glow in the dark soft serve and fairy floss.
From $29 per person, available here
Opens from Saturday 13th April, from 10am
1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point
Explore Vivid Sydney 2024
Running from Friday 24th May until Saturday 15th June, you can expect hundreds of amazing events embracing this year's theme: Humanity. Undoubtedly the best thing to do this winter in Sydney, Vivid is a tribute to our epic city with events themed around light, music and ideas. Check out our must-do guide here for all the highlights.
Luna Park After Dark
For the month of May, Luna Park will be opening their doors after hours in a unique after-dark experience. Over 30 000 lights will be switched off, lending complete darkness to the park. Your entrance ticket will also include admission into the brand-new Sonic Neon experience which has already proven to be a huge hit. After hitting the rides, head over to the blacklight dessert bar and enjoy some illuminated carnival treats!
$65 per person (includes unlimited rides all night), tickets are available here
Friday and Saturdays in May, 6pm to 10pm
1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point
Journey Through Italy with this Five Course Menu Paired with Venetian Wines
Consider yourself a wine enthusiast? Well, you might want to head on over to Bar Conte this month for a deep dive into the wines of the Veneto region. Enjoy a 5-course set menu brought to you by Chef and Owner Steven De Vecchi whilst you sip on perfectly paired drops by sommelier Aldo di Filipo. An education and a feast? Sign us up!
$179 per person, book your spot here
Monday 27th May, 6:30pm
340 Riley Street, Sydney
Get Hands-On with Make it May at the Art Gallery of NSW
We love a good workshop, talk, experience and performance and the Art Gallery of NSW is offering all four this May. Each Wednesday night and weekend throughout May, you'll be able to get in on the action. Highlights include painting and sculpture workshops, participating in the Rainbow Rock Mountain installation, a botanical dyeing workshop and an artist talk by Archibald-winning artist Wendy Sharpe. And that's only the tip of the iceberg! Click here for the full program.
Wednesday 1st May to Wednesday 29th May
Art Gallery of NSW
Fresh Harvest Beer Festival
Beer lovers, pencil this one in. Frenchies will again be hosting the Fresh Harvest Beer Festival where punters will be able to sample some of the finest local breweries all in one place. 2Halfs, One Drop Brewing Co, Rocks Brewing Co, Seeker Brewing, The Social Brewers, and of course, Frenchies Brewery, will all be slinging beers and there will even be the chance to chat to brewers, join an educational panel and join in some games. Sounds like a good time, no?
From $25 per person
Saturday 25th May, 12pm to 8pm
Unit 6, 61-71 Mentmore Avenue, Roseberry
Live Out Your Wildest Roti Fantasy with this Masterclass and Five-Course Dinner
Channelling something a little different for your next date night? How about a roti bread degustation? Kafe Kooks, Sydney's resident roti connoisseurs are letting you in on some roti crafting secrets. After gathering your intel and stretching your own rotis, you'll enjoy a five-course dinner showing you how you can eat roti for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Heaven. Plus, all bevvies are included in the price!
$60 per person, book here
Thursday 6th June, 6pm to 6:30pm class followed by dinner
63 Mountain Street, Ultimo, NSW
Sydney Writers Festival
Every year the Sydney Writers Festival lineup seems to get better and better. This year over 200 events will be taking place across eight days so there are no excuses when it comes to attendance. This year's highlights include a conversation with Booker Prize shortlisted author Paul Murray on his latest release The Bee Sting, Julia Baird on her latest book Bright Shining and a conversation with Anne Patchett. Check out the full program here.
Wednesday 18th May to Sunday 26th May
Book Your Spot at Noosa Eat & Drink Festival
Noosa Eat & Drink Festival is back for another year and this is your reminder to plan a long weekend, stat. The beloved coastal town will host 75+ events over four days with a lineup that’ll grumble your tummy. Over 80 local, international and Australian foodie-focused brands will take over the festival village with events like gourmet pop-ups, chef demonstrations, beach parties (complete with tunes) and interactive masterclasses on offer.
For those keen to immerse themselves even deeper, many of Noosa’s top-tier restaurants will be holding events across the four days. There will also be a swathe of events taking place on Noosa Main Beach from sundowners to brunch. The iconic long lunch event sold out in a matter of minutes but there are plenty of other highly anticipated events available to book via the full schedule here. Just don’t sleep on it!
Tickets are on sale now here
Thursday, May 30th to Sunday 2nd June
24th Biennale of Sydney
For those not in the know, the Biennale of Sydney is a celebration of contemporary art held every two years. This year, the Biennale entitled 'Ten Thousand Suns' is exploring the best in international and domestic art.
Key to the ethos of the Biennale, the events throughout the three-month celebration will be free. White Bay Power Station, a heritage-listed space, will be opening its door for the first time in over a century to host pieces from across the globe.
The festival offers enriching experiences for the entire community with artists' talks, music, panels, performances and workshops pencilled in throughout.
Saturday 9th March to Monday 10th June
Princess Diana: Accredited Access Exhibition
Royal fans, the wait is over. The immersive Princess Diana: Accredited Access Exhibition has touched down in Sydney. The hugely popular exhibit takes you on a detailed journey through the life and legacy of England's most beloved princess. Via the lens of her official royal photographer, you'll be able to glean never-before-seen insight. With sold our sessions across LA, Chicago and Toronto, you won't want to miss this one.
From Wednesday 10th April
Level 5, 1-3 Smail Street, Ultimo
Haven't found your perfect weekend plans yet? Check out the best new restaurants openings in Sydney or our monthly guide to read about everything else that's happening this month in Sydney.
