What's On This Weekend in Sydney: Our Sydney Editor's Top 5 Picks

Spring is in full swing, and our stunning harbour city is buzzing with exciting things to do - perfect for whatever mood you're in.

With the weekend looking nice and sunny, we're planning on a trip to the beach, a spot of market shopping and a good old spring clean thanks to Red Cross x Uber. Find it all below with our top five picks of what to do in Sydney this weekend. 

Sydney Ceramics Market

If even the word ceramics gets your heart beating then you'll want to pencil in the Sydney Ceramics Market. With over 120 ceramicists from NSW & ACT, it's set to be the biggest and best event yet. Dream day out. 

$6 entry 

Saturday 19th to Sunday 20th October, 10am to 5pm 

245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh 

Sort Your Spring Clean with Free Pick-Up for Clothing Donation Bags Thanks to Red Cross and Uber 

There's never been a better time to spring clean! Get prepped and ready for the end of the year with free pick-up of clothing donation bags from 10am to 4pm on Saturday 19th October. The bags will be collected free of charge before being taken to a local Red Cross Shop to be sold to help fund The Red Cross' valuable work. Too easy! 

Saturday 19th October, 10am to 4pm 

Enjoy a Month of Wellness with South Eveleigh 

One of Sydney's most dynamic precincts, South Eveleigh, is kicking off a series of wellness-focused activations this month and we want in on a little bit of everything. A reflection of the precinct's commitment to community and connection, the month of festivities will include activities geared around nurturing physical, mental, nutritional and emotional health. There will be run clubs, skin checks, massages, ice baths, puppy playtime, body percussion and even some mum and bubs yoga. 

There will be a mix of free and paid activities (at a maximum of $30) per session so be sure to take a look at the full program and book into your top picks here. 

From Tuesday 8th October to Saturday 2nd November 

Locomotive Street, Eveleigh 

Score $10 Bombay & Tonics at The Clock

With an extra glorious hour of sunset every evening, Bombay Gin and The Clock have itroduced Sapphire Hour and they're slinging $10 gin and tonics for you to enjoy every Sunday in October. Each Sunday will also see The Clock host to DJs and food specials to help you make the most of it. Drop it in the group chat! 

470 Crown Street, Surry Hills 

Enjoy a Coastal Meander with Sculpture by the Sea

As the most expensive time of the year approaches, free activities are even more welcome than usual. Luckily, Syndey's Sculpture by the Sea is back and it is, as always, free. More than 100 sculptures by Australian and world-renowned artists will be gracing the 2km long stretch, perfect for perusing with a coffee in hand. Make a day of it and enjoy one of Bondi's best cafes. 

Friday 18th October to Monday 4th November 

Bondi 

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.