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No plans? Here's what's on in Sydney this weekend...
It’s starting to get cooler so we are slowly but steadily moving into our Autumn activity era. Soak up the last of the warmish weather with crisp morning walks, festivals and sunny beer gardens. Stuck for plans? Catch our top eight picks of what to do in Sydney this weekend below.
Celebrate Aussie Food and Drink at Savour Sydney
A one day foodie event, Savour Sydney brings together some of Sydney and the state’s most exciting restaurants and bars for an afternoon of eating, drinking and learning. Curated by chef Matt Moran, there’ll be talks, pop-up food stalls from Aria, Chiswick, Rekōdo and North Bondi Fish, as well as drink stations from acclaimed local and regional outfits and even live music.
The event has partnered with IndigiGrow, a First Nations-owned social enterprise dedicated to preserving, growing and celebrating native Australians, with most dishes and drinks at the event (think pine mushroom & smoked cheddar tarts, strawberry gum sandos and cinnamon myrtle custard tarts) showcasing native ingredients.
Tickets start from $50 and includes four dishes from a ticketholders-only menu from the stalls, plus a welcome drink. Alternatively, guests can purchase individually from each vendor’s menu, with dishes starting from $15.
Saturday May 3rd, 12 pm – 5 pm
Opera Bar, Sydney Opera House
Get Ready to Laugh Out Loud at Sydney Comedy Festival
They say laughter is the best medicine, and what better way to get a good dose of the LOLs than with Sydney Comedy Festival.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the largest comedy event in NSW, with more than 350 artists will take part in this year’s festival, including fan favourites Arj Barker, Rhys Nicholson, Melanie Bracewell and Jimeoin.
This year, for the first time ever, the Sydney Comedy Festival Comedy Crawl will come to life, featuring a surprise line-up at surprise venues, wth attendees moving from bar to bar for each set. In another festival first, Break Out will see four emerging comedians workshop new material with the support of industry experts.
To see the full program and buy tickets, head here.
Monday 21st April to Sunday 18th May
Various venues
Celebrate 150 Years of This Iconic Heritage Building in Style
From themed room packages and heritage tours, to indulgent afternoon tea experiences, there’s no better way to mark the 150th anniversary of the renowned former General Post Office building in Sydney.
From just $78 per person, The Fullerton Hotel Sydney is offering a delightful Heritage Afternoon Tea experience that is filled with a selection of delectable bites that taste as good as they look—including our personal favourite, the Malted Milk Envelope dessert that’s (almost) too adorable to eat.
For history enthusiasts who can’t get enough, why not book a limited-time Heritage Stay Package? It’s the perfect way to take it all in. You’ll get the chance to stay in one of the most historically significant rooms in the hotel while indulging in a buffet breakfast, bespoke cocktails, limited-edition keepsakes, as well as a fascinating one-and-a-half-hour Heritage Tour. The Heritage Stay Package is available from 3rd March until 31st May 2025, with prices starting at $550 per night.
Ready to celebrate? Click here to read more about these amazing limited-time offers from The Fullerton Hotel Sydney.
3rd March to 31st May 2025
The Fullerton Hotel Sydney, Sydney CBD
Take a Spin on One of Sydney’s New Electric Picnic Boats
Soak up some autumn sun on an environmentally friendly picnic boat this April — no boat licence required! Set sail from The Spit in Mosman with up to seven friends, furry ones included, and a packed picnic. Sounds like the perfect day out to us!
Available from 9th April
From $149
D’Albora Marina, Mosman
Nocturnal Returns to the Blue Mountains
After a sold-out debut season, you can see the Blue Mountains in a whole new light with Nocturnal, an immersive nighttime experience exclusive to Scenic World. With holographic native creatures, projection mapping across ancient rock formations and an illuminated interpretation of the secret language of the forest, the rainforest is transformed with an unforgettable and mesmerising sensory experience.
See a holographic lyrebird basking the moonlight, enjoy a forest walk between illuminated ancient trees and descend into the night on the world’s steepest railway on select nights from Thursday April 3rd until Sunday May 11th. Tickets sell out fast so be sure to secure your spot quickly!
Thursday April 3rd until Sunday May 11th
Tickets from $54.90 for adults and $40.90 for kids (free for those under three).
Scenic World, Katoomba
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.
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