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

Sydney is shaking off winter and getting back into its spring rhythm, which means longer days, warmer afternoons and plenty of reasons to leave the house. From neighbourhood markets and long lunches to live music, late-night shows and a few sweet surprises, these are the things our editors have on their weekend radar.

Stuck for plans? Catch our top picks of what to do in Sydney this weekend below.

Editor’s Pick:

Lode Is Turning Five and Pastries Cost $5

LoDe Pies & Pastries is turning five, and it’s handing out the presents. On Friday 30 October, all five Sydney stores are selling five fan favourites for $5 each from 8am to 1pm, including the vanilla bombolone, the fresh berry tart and the Popeye pain suisse stuffed with spinach, feta and cheese. There’s also a limited-edition Venchi Birthday Cruffin, (which is a laminated pastry filled with hazelnut spread), and it’ll be in stores all week. The celebrations wrap up with a birthday party at the Rozelle flagship on Sunday 1 November, with $5 Venchi gelato, a BBQ, giveaways and live music.

Where: All five Lode stores — Surry Hills, Rozelle, Circular Quay, North Sydney and Chatswood Chase. Birthday party at Lode Rozelle only.
When: Venchi Birthday Cruffin: Monday 26 October – Sunday 1 November 2026 (all stores). Five Favourites for $5: Friday 30 October, 8am–1pm (all stores). Birthday Party: Sunday 1 November, 9am–2pm (Rozelle only).
Cost: $5 per selected pastry on Friday 30 October. $5 Venchi gelato at the birthday party. Birthday party entry free.
Best For: Food lovers; Community events; Locals; Weekend plans; Budget-friendly
Need to Know: Queues expected for the $5 deal — arrive early. Five items available at $5 each: Vanilla Bombolone, Chok Cookie, Fresh Berry Tart, Pain au Chocolat and Popeye Pain Suisse. Birthday party includes BBQ, live music and giveaways.

Manly Is Putting on a Huge New Surf and Music Festival

Manly, clear your spring calendar. A new festival called Surf and Sound has rolled into town, bringing live music, surf legends, big-name artists and a whole lot of beachside eating to Manly Wharf across three weekends. Artists like Skegss, The Whitlams, GANGgajang and The Beautiful Girls are all performing, while artist Jeremyville is curating a free art trail packed with sculptures, inflatables and larger-than-life installations. The grand finale? A boardrider battle at Manly Beach featuring surfing greats Layne Beachley, Mark Occhilupo and Joel Parkinson. Not a bad excuse for a trip to the Beaches.

Where: Manly Wharf (art trail and festival precinct); Manly Beach (Boardrider Battle, final weekend)
When: Friday 16 October – Sunday 1 November 2026, across three consecutive weekends (Friday–Sunday). Boardrider Battle: Saturday 31 October – Sunday 1 November.
Cost: Varies per event.
Best For: Live music fans; Outdoor enthusiasts; Festivals; Community events; Families; Locals
Need to Know: Acts include Skegss, The Whitlams, GANGgajang, The Beautiful Girls, Winston Surfshirt and Skunkhour. Free immersive art trail curated by Jeremyville runs across all three weekends. Legends Heat on 31 October features Layne Beachley, Mark Occhilupo and Joel Parkinson. Full program and ticketing here.

Trinny London Is Popping Up in Paddington

Beauty lovers, this one’s for you. Trinny London is popping up in Paddington for one week, bringing her cult beauty range to Oxford Street alongside one-on-one consultations with expert makeup artists. There’s also a chance to meet founder Trinny Woodall in person, so you can get personalised advice while discovering your next makeup-bag favourite. Sounds perfect to us!

Where: 410 Oxford Street, Paddington, Sydney
When: Saturday 17 – Thursday 22 October 2026. Saturday 12pm–4pm; Sunday–Tuesday & Thursday 9am–4pm; Wednesday 12pm–4pm.
Cost: Free entry (products available for purchase)
Best For: Free events; Locals; Weekend plans; Girls’ nights
Need to Know: Drop-in 1:1 consultations with a Trinny London MUA available throughout the week. Founder Trinny Woodall may be present in store — check Trinny London’s social channels for confirmed appearance dates.

Eat & Drink:

Visit The Bondi Bake Sale Everyone’s Talking About

Bondi just got a little sweeter, with Coco & Bean launching weekend bake sales that are already drawing a crowd. The star of the show? Soft, oversized cinnamon scrolls that are baked fresh in-store and absolutely loaded with flavour, think classic, pistachio, Biscoff and a standout blueberry that’s worth the trip alone. Alongside the scrolls, expect fresh cookies, matcha and cold brew, making this the perfect excuse for a laid-back weekend sugar hit by the beach. Catch it from Friday to Sunday while it’s running.

Where: The Hub, LG01A, 75/79 Hall St, Bondi Beach
When: Friday to Sunday (ongoing while running
Cost: Varies depending on scroll
Best For: Food & drink lovers, Weekend plans, Locals, Visitors
Need To Know: Arrive early — fresh-baked cinnamon scrolls and pastries sell out fast. Flavours include classic, pistachio, Biscoff and blueberry.

Arts & Culture:

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.

Live Music & Shows:

Felons Barrel Room Has Officially Opened

Felons Brewing Co. has unveiled its brand-new Barrel Room and on-site microbrewery at Manly Wharf and there’s a full weekly program already. Wednesday night is trivia, Thursday is jazz club from 7pm, Fridays and Saturdays have live music and Sundays are all about families. On the F&B side, guests can enjoy a range of Felons’ barrel-aged beers alongside vibrant Vietnamese dishes by chef Bao La.

This 700-person venue built for music, culture and fresh-from-the-tank pours feels like an exciting new chapter for food and entertainment on the Northern Beaches.

Where: E Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095
When: Weekly program: Wednesdays (trivia), Thursdays (jazz club from 7pm), Fridays & Saturdays (live music), Sundays (family-friendly)
Cost: Varies depending on activity
Best For: ive music fans, Food & drink lovers, Families, Group catch-ups, Nightlife
Need To Know: On-site microbrewery with barrel-aged beers and Vietnamese dishes by chef Bao La. Capacity of 700 across the venue.

Come One, Come All: The Greatest Show Is Here

If you’ve ever watched The Greatest Showman and thought “I wish this was real”, we’ve got good news. Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular has pitched up at the Big Top in Moore Park’s Entertainment Quarter, and it’s every bit as extra as you’d hope. Inspired by the 2017 film, this original live production brings together world-class aerialists, fire acts and jaw-dropping acrobatics, all set to those Grammy-winning anthems you definitely still have saved in a playlist (be honest).

This Is Me, Rewrite the Stars, A Million Dreams, all reimagined for a live circus setting that puts you right in the middle of the action. Tickets start from $60, so honestly, what are you waiting for?

Tickets here.

Where: 122 Lang Road, Moore Park, NSW 2021
When: May 19 to July 26, 2026
Cost: From $60
Best For: Families, Kids, Couples, Theatre lovers, Weekend plans
Need To Know: An original live production inspired by the 2017 film, featuring aerialists, fire acts and acrobatics set to the film’s soundtrack.

Shopping & Markets:

Kirribilli’s Chicest Treasure Hunt Is Back

Mark your calendar because Kirribilli Markets are back this March with two much-loved editions. Explore artisan-made finds in the Burton Street Tunnel and a curated mix of fashion, accessories and creative treasures across the Green and Gravel areas, with everything from vintage gems and pre-loved pieces to antiques, collectables and homewares. Be warned… this is the kind of treasure hunt that rewards an early start and an empty bag!

Where: Kirribilli Markets, Burton Street Tunnel, Green & Gravel areas, Kirribilli
When: Sunday June 27th (Art, Design & 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:

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.

Haven’t found your perfect weekend plans yet? Check out the best new restaurant openings in Sydney, or our monthly guide to read about everything else that’s happening this month in Sydney.