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

Summer has arrived and it’s all ocean swims and bare feet from here on out!

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

What’s On This Weekend

This Might Be Sydney’s Most Delicious Collaboration

This Saturday, Alex and Trahanas have teamed up with MAPO Gelato for a limited-edition treat. The brands have joined forces to create ‘Mandorla e Ciliegia’ which bursts to life in a gelato and almond granita with cherry jam. Swing by from 11am for complimentary scoops, but only while stocks last.

The highly-limited edition flavour will also be available to try at MAPO Bondi and Darlinghurst too, but only until sold out. We don’t imagine it’ll last long so be quick!

257 Oxford Street Paddington 2021 

Cockatoo Island’s Iconic Sunset Sessions Return

Looking for a place that blends live music, delicious food and wine and one of Sydney’s most iconic backdrops? Cockatoo Island’s Sunset Sessions returns this Saturday and runs until April 4th 2026. Throw down a rug and enjoy a picnic on the lawn, while listening to a curated program of live music across jazz, RnB, pop and rock. It’s the perfect way to spend a sunny afternoon and its first installation is set to be a scorcher!

Cockatoo Island NSW 2110

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.

E Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095

Med Beats & Mezze Brings Summer Vibes to Woolloomooloo’s Finger Wharf

Akti is turning up the heat at Baraki Bar with the launch of Med Beats & Mezze. Running every Friday through Sunday this summer-long series is all about Mediterranean-inspired DJ sets and share-style plates. Expect sunshine sessions by the water, mezze plates of moussaka croquettes, kingfish crudo and saganaki with smoked lemon, plus free-flowing happy hour specials. With walk-ins only and prime harbourside views, Baraki Bar is set to be Sydney’s go-to summer spot.

6 Cowper Street Wharf, Woolloomooloo

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

Brooklyn Boy Bagels Brings a New York–Style Brunch to Bondi

Brooklyn Boy Bagels is returning to its Bondi roots with a New York deli–inspired brunch takeover at The Corner House. Running every Friday to Sunday from 7am–12pm, the menu goes far beyond bagels, serving up wood-fired challah French toast, shakshuka pizza, New Orleans–style cornbread and sausage, plus stacked bagel boards and BBB’s signature Reubens and lox creations. It’s an authentic taste of NYC brunch culture, reimagined with Bondi flair, and the perfect way to kickstart a sun-soaked weekend.

281 Bondi Road, Bondi NSW 2026

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.

Writer

Lucy Cocoran

27 January 2026

Lucy Cocoran is the Sydney Editor for Sitchu. When she’s not following the scent of pastries, she enjoys reading fantasy books, finding zen at Pilates and smiling at dogs.