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

Spring has sprung 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

Rose Bay Is Hosting the Ultimate Yacht & Supercar Weekender

Sydney Harbour is set to dial up the glamour this weekend as Rose Bay Marina transforms into a high-octane luxury playground. For three days, guests can explore an impressive lineup of cutting-edge supercars, next-generation yachts, and premium lifestyle activations, all curated by Chapman Yachting and Lamborghini Sydney. The star attraction? The global reveal of the Lamborghini 63 Yacht, an ultra-rare Italian showpiece built like a supercar for the sea. With VIP onboard experiences, fine-spirit tastings, curated wellness sessions, and waterfront transfers by superyacht tender, it’s shaping up to be one of Sydney’s most opulent events on the 2025 calendar.

594 New South Head Rd, Rose Bay NSW 2029

Cool Down with Kinder’s Latest Creation

To celebrate the launch of Kinder Chocolate Ice Cream, the brand will be taking over Wylie’s Baths in Coogee on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th, between 10am-3pm. Take the whole family, soak up some sunshine and be among the first to try the delicious new frozen treat – just in time for summer!

Wylie’s Baths Coogee

Country Road Hosts a Towel Takeover at Balmoral Beach

As the weather warms up, beach real estate has never been more precious, which is something Country Road understands all too well. With more and more people struggling to secure a spot (yes, we’re looking at you cabana owners), the brand has decided to take back with the beach with a big activation on Saturday 15th. Head down to Balmoral Beach between 8am-1pm for the chance to grab a free, branded towel (pending availability). There’s 100 to give away and entry is free, but it’s first in best dressed so don’t be too late!

The Esplanade, Mosman, NSW 2088 

Celebrate Felon’s First Birthday

It’s hard to believe it’s only been a year, but Manly’s favourite waterside outpost is turning one this weekend. Marking one year at the wharf, Felons is hosting a full day of art, music and family fun on Sunday November 16th. Guests can enjoy surfboard painting by local artists (with boards later sold to raise money for Lifeline), free kids’ face painting from 11am-3pm, DJs on the jetty from 3pm, meat tray raffles and of course, a giant Felons beer-can birthday cake. Gather the family, get down and get involved!

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

Eau-De-Vie & Angel’s Envy Present Finishing Touches: Decadent Desserts, Opulent Cocktails & Fine Port Await

Sydney’s Eau-De-Vie is in its velvet era, with Angel’s Envy taking centre stage. The port-barrel bourbon threads through a limited-run carte of cocktails, port and desserts that glow like candlelight in a crystal coupe. Open with The Velvet Finish (a souvenir coaster for the trophy drawer), then tour the icons: an Old Fashioned buffed to brilliance, a satin-smooth Manhattan, a rakish Sazerac. For the curtain call: an iced doughnut or a lacquered chocolate parfait with a hint of bourbon — theatre, but edible. Plush, playful, outrageously moreish, this month-long experience is engineered for late-night dates.

Book now and catch the collab before it bows, takes its applause, and slips into legend.

Basement Level, Enter Via Wynyard Lane, 285 George Street, 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

Back by Popular Demand: Continental Deli’s Hit Bake Sale Has Scored a Weekly Slot

If you missed the Paisano & Daughters inaugural bake sale, fear not. In a spot of glorious news, you can now pick up one of Australia’s best pastry chefs, Lauren Eldridge’s wonderful creations, every Saturday. Expect Lauren’s famous honeycomb, a swathe of sweet treats (including rhubarb jam slice, passionfruit melting moments and maratozzi buns) as well as loaves of bread and savoury delights. We smell a golden, toasty new Saturday ritual.

Every Saturday, 9am to 11am

212 Australia Street, Newtown

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.

Experience Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Right Here in Sydney

After an Australian debut in Brisbane and a tour around the globe, it is finally Sydney’s chance to experience this iconic immersive exhibition. Visitors will be able to experience 34 of Michelangelo’s ceiling frescoes with Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition. You’ll be able to view these masterfully recreated pieces at eye level, where details often missed will be revealed. You’ll also be able to glean plenty of background on the pieces via informative signage and audio guides, illuminating how these pieces have shaped art, fashion, film and design to this day.

From $24, tickets available here

Fever Pavilion, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park

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.