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Here's what's on in Sydney this month.
This month in Sydney (March 2026), we’re easing into crisp mornings and bright, sunlit days. From long-lunch jazz in Potts Point and harbour-front boat parties to cult taco pop-ups in Manly, sunset concerts by the fish markets and immersive nights at the Opera House, this really feels like the sweet spot of the season. Now is the time to plan a ferry ride at golden hour, lock in an early CBD dinner before curtain call or pencil in a breezy coastal detour north. Read on for tickets, dates and timings.
In This Guide
Editor’s Picks
The Gin and Jazz Event We’re Adding to the Diary
Potts Point favourite The Apollo is giving the people what they want with the return of its beloved Gin & Jazz series. Taking over the dining room on the last Sunday of every month from March to September, this long lunch pairs live sets with flowing cocktails from Four Pillars Gin and the restaurant’s signature Greek feast. Settle in for the set menu or dive into the à la carte and banquet options, depending on your appetite. As history has shown, this will be a buzzy affair that will see you ending the weekend on a high note!
Bookings made here.
Where: 44 Macleay St, Potts Point NSW 2011
When: Last Sunday of every month, March to September 2026
Cost: $95pp for the Gin & Jazz menu with welcome cocktail
Best For: Date night, Foodies, Group dining, Long lunch
Need To Know: Live jazz by Arthur Washington & Band and Soundcliff Jazz Trio, with Four Pillars Gin cocktails alongside The Apollo’s Greek feast, with à la carte and banquet options also available.
This is Your Sign to Plan Ahead for Newcastle Food Month
Sydney, consider this your excuse for a coastal detour. Across April, Newcastle transforms into a month-long celebration of eating well, drinking beautifully and backing local talent. Think $30 Plate Dates — signature dish and drink pairings across dozens of venues — alongside chef-led long lunches, seafood feasts, winemaker collaborations and one-off dinners that sell out fast.
It’s generous, flavour-forward and refreshingly unpretentious, stretching from beachside tables to inner-city wine bars. Time it with a long weekend, book the train north and make a night of it — Newcastle’s dining scene has never looked better.
April 2026
Win a Four-Day Escape to Victoria’s Heartland
NSW readers, this is the long weekend upgrade your calendar has been waiting for. Victoria’s Heartland is gifting one traveller a four-day slow-luxe immersion through its most storied corners — from lakefront mornings at Lake House Daylesford to mineral-rich soaks at Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa, creative detours through Castlemaine and cool-climate tastings near Hanging Rock. Magnesium baths, vineyard afternoons and a case of regional wine to bring home included. Entries close 16th April. Consider this your sign.
Festivals & Major Events
Don’t Miss Your Chance to See Pamela Anderson In Conversation
Pop culture icon, author and activist Pamela Anderson is heading to Australia for an exclusive live event, offering fans a rare chance to see her in conversation on stage.
Expect an intimate, wide-ranging discussion touching on fame, reinvention, activism and the stories behind her recent projects, all delivered with the candour and charisma she’s known for. If you grew up watching her or have followed her powerful new chapter, this is definitely one for the diary.
Secure tickets here.
Where: TikTok Entertainment Centre, Sydney
When: Thursday April 16th, 7pm
Cost: From $85
Best for: Live shows & talks, Celebrity events, Cultural conversations, Date night, Girls’ night
Need to know: This is a one-night-only live conversation event.
This New Festival Is a Must for Podcast Lovers
Meet DomeFest; Australia’s first-ever podcast fan festival, bringing together four of the country’s most-loved shows for one incredible live event. Expect live recordings, sing-along soundtracks, food, drinks and plenty of spicy debriefs, all hosted by Milo Hartill. Catch It’s A Lot, The Psychology Of Your 20’s, Big Small Talk and Momentum. This is one you won’t want to miss.
Purchase tickets here.
Where: Hordern Pavilion, Sydney
When: March 29th
Cost: From $141.75
Best For: Live shows, Pop culture fans, Group nights out, One-day events
Need To Know: Pre-sale opens at 9am on Thursday, January 29th, with general public tickets on sale from 9am on Friday, January 30th.
Eat & Drink
Bali’s Coolest Chefs Are Hitting Double Bay
Double Bay is getting a serious flavour upgrade as Bartiga welcomes Bali favourites Yuki and Meimei for a two-night kitchen takeover on March 27th and 28th. Expect a collaborative menu by Head Chefs Kadek and Yuda, blending bold Southeast Asian flavours with refined technique, all served with that distinct sense of electric, island energy. If you’ve been craving a Bali escape, this might be the next best thing.
Purchase tickets here.
Where: Short & bay st, 43 Bay St, Double Bay NSW 2028
When: March 27th and 28th
Cost: Starting from $85pp
Best For: Date night, Foodies, Special occasions
Need To Know: Two-night only kitchen takeover featuring Yuki and Meimei from Bali in collaboration with Bartiga’s Head Chefs Kadek and Yuda.
This Rooftop Package Has Us Blushing
The Woolly Bay Hotel’s Arturo’s Rooftop is already a great place to soak up some weekend sun, but this new package has really sealed the deal. The venue has just launched Ovata Sundays which will see guests enjoy pours of Ovata by Oakridge spritzes and sparkling alongside canapés and live DJs, setting the tone for long, lazy afternoons by the harbour.
Book here.
Where: Arturo’s Rooftop, Woolly Bay Hotel
When: Every Sunday until April 19th (excluding 29 March); bookings from 12pm; live DJs 3pm–5pm
Cost: $75pp (1.5 hours of spritzes, sparkling and canapés)
Best for: Sunday sessions, Food & drink events, Harbour views, Group catch-ups, Girls’ day out
Need to know: The $75 package includes 1.5 hours of Ovata by Oakridge spritzes, sparkling and canapés
Aria Unveils a Madama Butterfly Pre-Theatre Experience
To mark the 2026 season of Madama Butterfly, Aria is unveiling a limited pre-theatre experience designed to be enjoyed before a night at the Opera House, as part of Aria’s pre-theatre menu or ordered à la carte in the bar.
The menu nods to the opera’s themes with a colour-changing Butterfly Pea Tea, served with orange blossom honey, fresh lemon and bubbles, alongside a delicate cherry blossom dessert layered with jasmine, white chocolate and vanilla. It’s a thoughtful, beautifully executed way to begin an evening of theatre, with views and atmosphere to match.
Reservations made here.
Where: Aria, Sydney
When: Until 25th March (available on performance and non-performance nights)
Cost: Pre-theatre pricing: Two courses | $130pp and Three courses | $180pp
Best for: Pre-theatre dining, Opera nights, Date night, Special occasions, Fine dining
Need to know: Available as part of Aria’s pre-theatre menu or ordered à la carte in the bar.
1 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000
The Bake Sale Worth Queuing For
Sonoma is opening the doors to its test kitchen with a brand-new monthly Bake Sale at its Alexandria flagship. Expect limited-run pastries, nostalgic favourites and one-day-only creations curated by Executive Chef Aoife Noonan. You just know these are going to be good, and we don’t know whether we’ll be reaching for the bite-sized treats or the show-stopping cakes first. Word to the wise, arrive early, because once they’re gone, they’re gone.
Where: Sonoma Alexandria, 32 Birmingham St, Alexandria NSW 2015
When: Monthly, from 7am until 3pm or sold out
Cost: Varies by item
Best For: Foodies, Weekend plans, Sweet treats
Need To Know: This is a limited-run monthly bake sale held at Sonoma’s test kitchen, with one-day-only creations — arrive early as items are available until sold out.
We’re on Board With This Luxe Boating Experience
Summer is well and truly underway in Sydney, with the launch of the Summer Series on The Jackson. Set sail on Sydney Harbour aboard a luxury superyacht and experience the city in style. The Veuve Cliquot in the Sun party is running from now until April, where guests can toast to the season and experience what might just be Sydney’s chicest boat party.
We’re talking Veuve Cliquot on arrival, a deluxe oyster bar and flowing canapes all day long. It’s the perfect recipe for a perfect summer’s day on the water if you ask us!
Where: The Jackson, Sydney Harbour
When: Now until April 11th
Cost: From $159pp
Best For: Harbour experiences, Luxury events, Food & drink events, Group celebrations, Summer parties
Need To Know: Includes Veuve Clicquot on arrival, a deluxe oyster bar and flowing canapés throughout the experience.
Taste the Barossa Valley Without Leaving Sydney
The Château Tanunda x Tayim Progressive Dinner Series has officially launched and it’s shaping up to be spectacular. Held once a month, the experience begins at the Château Tanunda Sydney Cellar Door with a hosted tasting of its wine portfolio, before guests are taken across to Middle Eastern dining destination Tayim. Here, they’ll enjoy a three-course Chef’s Table paired to the Château Tanunda wines previously tasted at the cellar door.
Bookings are available here.
Where: Château Tanunda Sydney Cellar Door and Tayim, 2 Nurses Walk, The Rocks NSW 2000
When: March 12th
Cost: $195pp
Best for: Wine lovers, Exclusive dining experiences, Date night, Special occasions, Intimate group dining
Need to know: Tickets are capped at 10 guests per session and include a hosted wine tasting followed by a three-course Chef’s Table paired with Château Tanunda wines.
Art, Culture & Performance
This Paddington Pub Is Making Mondays Magical
After a year of sell-out events and growing waitlists, Paddo Inn is turning its cult-favourite experiences into a monthly Monday night ritual. Launching next month, Paddo Nights Inn blends wine, Italian bites and expert-led sessions in an intimate format designed for a relaxed midweek night out. Upcoming sessions are centered around tarot and astrology respectively.
This sounds like a goodie! Bookings made here.
Where: Paddo Inn, 338 Oxford St, Paddington NSW 2021
When: Monday March 16th & Monday April 13th
Cost: $60pp
Best for: Unique experiences, Girls’ night, Date night, Intimate events
Need to know: This is a new monthly series and includes wine, Italian bites and an expert-led experience; bookings are essential.
Gilded Gaze
Sydney Harbour has a new star attraction. Ancient Feelings by British artist Thomas J Price is a towering, three metre high bronze sculpture of a woman’s head. Gazing out across the water, the figure stands proudly on Tallawoladah Lawn. This is the first in a year-long public art series designed to spark conversation and reflection. Be sure to pay it a visit for a moment of culture between coffee runs and harbour strolls.
Where: Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Tallawoladah Lawn, Circular Quay
When: Until April 2026
Cost: Free
Best For: Public art, Harbour walks, Cultural experiences, Outdoor activities
Need To Know: Ancient Feelings by British artist Thomas J Price is a three-metre-high bronze sculpture and the first installation in a year-long public art series on Sydney Harbour.
Vote for Your Favourites and Watch Them on the Big Screen This Summer
Moonlight Cinema is celebrating 30 summers under the stars, and this year the audience takes the reins. Enjoy a season of new releases, family favourites, Christmas classics and retro hits, all outdoors under the night sky. You can even vote for the films you want to see as part of The People’s Program, with the winning picks screening from January to March. Grab a blanket, sip on a cocktail or hot chocolate, and experience movie magic like never before, plus for the first time this summer, pups can snack on a Lyka doggie bag meal too.
Purchase tickets here.
Where: Belvedere Amphitheatre, Centennial Parklands
When: Until April 5th, 2026
Cost: From $22.50
Best For: Outdoor cinema, Date night, Family outings, Dog-friendly plans
Need To Know: Celebrating 30 summers, this season includes The People’s Program, with audience-voted films screening from January to March. Dogs are welcome, with Lyka doggie bag meals available.
Step Inside the Green Light: Gatsby Returns This Summer
The party of the season is back. GATSBY is transforming Sydney Opera House into a dazzling playground where 1920s glamour meets modern spectacle. Expect high-flying aerial performances, live music, jaw-dropping choreography and eye-catching costumes at every turn. Sip on inventive cocktails and get lost in a night of immersive entertainment. Whether you’re there to dance, watch the show, or simply soak up the energy, this is Sydney’s ultimate summer celebration, all under the city’s most coveted lights.
This was a sold-out season last time so don’t miss out! Tickets available here.
Where: Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point, Sydney NSW 2000
When: Until March 28th
Cost: From $79.90
Best For: Date night, Group nights out, Live entertainment, Special occasions
Need To Know: This immersive 1920s-inspired production previously sold out — early booking is strongly recommended.
UNO Is Hosting The Ultimate Game Night At This Sydney Bar
Fresh off a Vegas Residency, the UNO Social Club is popping up at Bungalow 8 for a limited-time takeover, transforming the waterfront bar into an immersive game-filled playground. Naturally, guests can expect a variety of UNO games alongside themed cocktails and a rotating line-up of events from classic game nights to UNO dating nights. If you have a competitive streak or you’re keen to get out and meet some new people, this is the perfect place to do it. The residency is hitting Brisbane first, followed by Melbourne and then Sydney.
3 Lime St, Sydney NSW 2000
Where: Bungalow 8, 3 Lime St, Sydney NSW 2000
When: Until March 26th
Cost: Varies
Best For: Group nights out, Singles & dating, Waterfront bars, Games & activities
Need To Know: This is a limited-time UNO Social Club residency featuring themed cocktails and rotating events including classic game nights and UNO dating nights.
Markets & Shopping:
Kirribilli’s Chicest Treasure Hunt Is Back
Mark your calendar because Kirribilli Markets are back this March with two much-loved editions. On Sunday 8th March, the Art, Design & Fashion Market takes over with artisan-made finds in the Burton Street Tunnel and a curated mix of fashion, accessories and creative treasures across the Green and Gravel areas. Then on Saturday 28th March, the General & Fashion Market rolls in with vintage gems, pre-loved style, antiques, collectables and homewares. Be warned… this is the kind of treasure hunt that rewards an early start and an empty tote bag!
Where: Kirribilli Markets, Burton Street Tunnel, Green & Gravel areas, Kirribilli
When: Sunday March 8th (Art, Design & Fashion Market) and Saturday March 28th (General & Fashion Market)
Cost: Free entry
Best For: Markets, Fashion finds, Vintage lovers, Weekend plans
Need To Know: The Art, Design & Fashion Market focuses on artisan-made pieces and creative labels, while the General & Fashion Market features vintage, pre-loved style, antiques and homewares. Arrive early for the best finds.
Outdoor & Active
Self-Care Sessions in Balmain & Rozelle: Sydney’s Inner West Wellness Circuit to Treat Yourself to this Month
Balmain and Rozelle have self-assuredly become two of Sydney’s most compelling wellness villages: places where movement, recovery and whole-body care sit at the centre of everyday life. The mix is both diverse and beautifully complementary: high-energy studios, therapeutic spaces, grounding rituals and next-level recovery tools, all within a few leafy streets.
Start with Soul Agenda Yoga & Pilates, where community and connection shape every class. The schedule moves from breath-led meditation to Pilates, vinyasa and strength work, with teachers who hold space with warmth and depth. For deep rest, City Cave Balmain is a must-do for float therapy, an infrared sauna, and therapeutic massage in a serene environment designed for nervous system support and everyday recovery.
The Studio Rozelle brings a different energy, one formed by reformer, mat, physio, strength, prenatal movement, and Over 50s classes — all under one light-filled roof. It’s functional, thoughtful and grounded in real clinical expertise. Just up the road, CalmBar Rozelle delivers Sydney’s most intentional contrast-therapy experience. Ice baths, sauna, breathwork and coaching are woven into sessions that feel purposeful and transformative.
For those craving a full sensory reset, Nature’s Energy Balmain sets the benchmark. This award-winning bathhouse blends magnesium pools, sauna, steam, red-light therapy, spa rituals and healing therapies in a stunningly renovated space. Rounding out the circuit is Beattie Street Health Studio, a calm sanctuary led by Dr Melinda Webb, where acupuncture, naturopathy, bodywork and neuroscience-backed practices encourage long-term change from the inside out.
Balmain and Rozelle are now among the most exciting wellness destinations in Sydney, an Inner West haven where wellbeing can be explored through movement, heat, rest, community, and care. Make moves to get amongst it this month in Sydney.
Sunset Sessions at Q Station
With some of the best harbour views in Sydney, you won’t find a more scenic backdrop for Saturday drinks. Sunset Sessions at Q Station are back for spring and summer with a limited number of dates available from now until March 2026. Pack your picnic rug, pre-order a hamper and kickback, whilst local artists serenade you with tunes.
1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly
Where: Q Station, 1 North Head Scenic Drive, Manly
When: Selected Saturdays until March 2026, including March 7th (3:30pm–7:00pm, Tilli Kay) and March 21st (3:30pm–7:00pm, Katie Thorne)
Cost: Varies
Best For: Sunset plans, Live music, Harbour views, Weekend drinks
Need To Know: Picnic rugs are encouraged and hampers can be pre-ordered ahead of arrival. Limited dates available across the season.
A Missoni Pool Club Has Landed in Sydney. And It’s Stunning
Crown Sydney has unveiled a chic new look for its iconic infinity pool deck; reimagined as a full Missoni resort club. The Italian fashion house has brought its signature zigzags, bold colours and beach-club glamour to the harbour, marking Missoni’s first-ever collaboration with an Australian venue.
The transformation includes Missoni-patterned daybeds, cabanas and poolside décor, all set against sweeping views of the Sydney skyline. Guests can also browse the brand’s latest resort wear and swim collection from an exclusive on-site cabana. We know where we’ll be lounging this summer!
Where: Crown Sydney, 1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000
When: From now until March 30th
Cost: Varies
Best For: Luxury experiences, Summer plans, Harbour views, Poolside lounging
Need To Know: This is Missoni’s first-ever collaboration with an Australian venue, featuring branded daybeds, cabanas and an exclusive on-site resort wear and swim collection.
Take a Spin on One of Sydney’s Electric Picnic Boats
Soak up some spring sun on your very own environmentally friendly picnic boat — no boat licence needed! Set sail from The Spit in Mosman with up to seven friends (pups included), load up a picnic and take in the sparkling Sydney harbour views. Sounds like the perfect spring day out if you ask us!
Where: D’Albora Marina, Mosman (departing from The Spit)
When: Available seasonally
Cost: From $149
Best For: Harbour days, Group outings, Dog-friendly plans, Outdoor activities
Need To Know: No boat licence required. Each electric picnic boat accommodates up to seven people, with dogs welcome on board.
Free Things To Do
Free Sunset Concerts Are Coming to Sydney Fish Market
If you’re looking for a fun, weekend activity to soak up the last of summer, this is for you. Sydney Fish Market is hosting a free New Wave Concert Series across three golden Saturdays. From 5–8pm, expect live sets from emerging Aussie talent, alongside fresh seafood, cold drinks and front-row sunset views over Blackwattle Bay. With restaurants trading late and takeaway in hand, it’s your new excuse to soak up golden hour by the water.
Where: Sydney Fish Market, Blackwattle Bay
When: Saturday March 7th, 5pm–8pm (R&B, Jazz & Indie Pop)
Cost: Free
Best For: Free events, Live music, Sunset plans, Waterfront outings
Need To Know: Part of the New Wave Concert Series, with restaurants trading late and takeaway available to enjoy by the water.
Coming Soon
Michelin-Recommended Taqueria El Vilsito is Popping up in Sydney
Good news, taco lovers. One of Mexico City’s most renowned taco institutions is popping up in Sydney. Recommended by the Michelin Guide, Taqueria El Vilsito has appeared in Netflix’s Taco Chronicles and been featured in The New York Times’ 36 Hours in Mexico City guide, (so it’s safe to say it’s pretty well known).
Now, Sydneysiders have a chance to see what all the fuss is about, as the team travel to Australia to give us a taste. The takeover is part of La Mexicana and will run alongside Margarita Week which is in partnership with Patrón.
Sitchu Tip: The taqueria is arguably best-known for its tacos al pastor, which is a traditional Mexican street dish made of marinated pork cooked on a vertical spit, thinly sliced and served in corn tortillas. Be sure to try it!
Where: Manly Wharf (as part of La Mexicana)
When: March 19th–22nd and March 26th–29th
Cost: Dependent on purchasing
Best For: Foodies, Limited-time pop-ups, Group dining, Mexican cuisine
Need To Know: This Michelin Guide–recommended Mexico City taqueria is appearing as part of La Mexicana, running alongside Margarita Week (March 19th–29th) across participating Manly Wharf venues.
What’s On This Month: FAQs
Some of the top events in Sydney this month include Pamela Anderson live in conversation at the ICC Sydney Theatre, Twilight at Taronga 2026 with five weekends of live music overlooking the harbour, and DomeFest — Australia’s first podcast fan festival — at the Hordern Pavilion. Food lovers can plan ahead for Newcastle Food Month, while art enthusiasts can explore Unfinished Business at the Australian Museum or visit Thomas J Price’s Ancient Feelings sculpture at Tallawoladah Lawn. For summer energy, Veuve Clicquot in the Sun aboard The Jackson and GATSBY’s immersive 1920s spectacle are also drawing crowds.
Sydney’s dining calendar is full. Arturo’s Rooftop at The Woolly Bay Hotel is hosting Ovata Sundays with spritzes, sparkling, canapés and live DJs, while Aria has unveiled a Madama Butterfly pre-theatre experience featuring a Butterfly Pea Tea and cherry blossom dessert. Sonoma has launched a monthly Bake Sale at its Alexandria flagship, and Continental Deli’s Paisano & Daughters bake sale is now a weekly Saturday ritual. For something immersive, the Château Tanunda x Tayim Progressive Dinner Series pairs Barossa wines with a three-course Chef’s Table in The Rocks.
Head to the Australian Museum to see Unfinished Business, a powerful First Nations photographic exhibition sharing lived experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people with disabilities. At Circular Quay, Thomas J Price’s three-metre bronze sculpture Ancient Feelings is now on display at Tallawoladah Lawn as part of a year-long public art series. Moonlight Cinema is also celebrating 30 summers under the stars in Centennial Parklands, with a crowd-voted People’s Program screening across the season.
Twilight at Taronga returns from February 6th with five weekends of live music, featuring artists including The Paper Kites, Xavier Rudd and The Rubens. DomeFest brings live podcast recordings to the Hordern Pavilion on March 29th, while GATSBY delivers immersive 1920s-inspired performances through summer. The UNO Social Club pop-up at Bungalow 8 runs from February 26th to March 26th, and Sunset Sessions at Q Station offer live music with harbour views across select dates through to March 2026.
Families can pack a picnic and head to Moonlight Cinema in Centennial Parklands for outdoor film nights, with a mix of family favourites screening across the season. Twilight at Taronga is another standout, pairing live music with wildlife conservation in a harbourside setting. For something hands-on outdoors, hire an electric picnic boat from The Spit in Mosman with no boat licence required, or explore the free waterfront activations across The Rocks, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour, including outdoor cinema and weekly fireworks.
There’s plenty to do without spending a cent. The Once-in-a-Decade Planet Parade on February 28th offers a rare six-planet alignment visible just after sunset. Sydney Fish Market is hosting free New Wave Concert Series evenings across selected Saturdays, with live music from 5–8pm. You can also visit Unfinished Business at the Australian Museum with free entry, explore Thomas J Price’s Ancient Feelings sculpture at Tallawoladah Lawn, or take advantage of free summer activations across The Rocks, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour.
Michelin-recommended Taqueria El Vilsito is popping up in Sydney across March 19th–22nd and March 26th–29th as part of La Mexicana, running alongside Margarita Week on Manly Wharf. It’s a rare chance to try the Mexico City institution’s famed tacos al pastor without leaving Sydney.
Looking for more fun things to do in Sydney? We have plenty to keep you entertained. From Sydney’s best new degustation menus and best bottomless brunches to the best Mexican restaurants in town and where to go for a dreamy Sydney staycation, here’s all you need for a weekend in the city.
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