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Discover concerts, gigs and live music in Sydney. The best events, attractions and things to do from the City of Sydney’s official event guide.
Pinchgut Opera presents The Fairy Queen by Purcell
A kaleidoscopic adventure of sheer musical delight.
A Friend of Dorothy
A joyous homage to resilience, fabulousness, and the enduring power of music.
Artisans in the Park 7 June Market
Meet the makers with friendly stallholders in a beautiful outdoor setting
Gamelan classes
Play gongs, metallophones and drums that interlock to create mesmerising melodies and rhythms
Hollywood Quarter Neon Trail for Vivid Sydney
A Neon Art Display around Hollywood Quarter, with the theme of DREAM, as part of Vivid Sydney 2025
Hot 'N Cool Live Jazz
Hot 'N Cool will feature the very best of local, Australian & international talent for your listening & entertainment
Music and movement: Cerith Wyn Evans
Improvised performance inspired by our major winter exhibition.
My Sis: Celebrating 10 years of Bad Apples Music
A celebration of 10 years of First Nations excellence in music
Pure Space & Butter Sessions: Andy Garvey, Sleep D + Guests
Pure Space & Butter Sessions unites two of Australia’s most vital electronic platforms for an unmissable sonic odyssey.
Tales: A Piano Recital by Michael Song
A compelling exploration of narrative in music through the works of Chaminade, Bridge and Medtner.
The International x DRNKS Presents Huge Moves 10
A wine festival across all 3 levels of The International. 40+ winemakers, 150+ wines on taste.
The Piano Man - A tribute to Billy Joel
Performed by Andrew Chara, a must see event for fans of all ages!
The Rodric White Trio play Bill Evans ft. Susan Gai Dowling
The Rodric White Trio play the music of Bill Evans featuring singer Susan Gai Dowling.
The Sydney Contemporary Fine Arts Collective Exhibition
An exhibition of artwork and musical performances.
Vivid Sydney Dream Lab at Grain Bar
Epic sensory cocktails with a vibrant Vivid Sydney twist
June Long Weekend at Side Bar
With DJs ‘til 4am, cocktail buckets flowing and guestlist available every night, there’s no excuse to stay home.
An Evening with Warren Ellis
Warren Ellis takes the stage for an intimate discussion on his life, career and commitment to animal conservation.
10 Years of NLV records
An all-out, late-night venue takeover celebrating a decade of boundary-pushing club sounds
ChorusOz: A Sea Symphony
ChorusOz gathers under the sails of the Sydney Opera House to sing Vaughan Williams’ mighty Sea Symphony.
June Long Weekend ft. Ian Asher (USA)
Ian Asher is the award-winning DJ behind the remix of “Makeba” – the viral hit that took over social media!
King’s Birthday at the House 2025
This King’s Birthday Sunday come to Government House for a free, fun and family friendly experience.
Sydney Town Hall organ recitals
Be enchanted by the magic of Sydney Town Hall's grand organ, at a free ticketed concert in the heart of the city
Planet City: Live
In a world-first, Liam Young brings his visionary speculative film to life in an immersive experience like no other.
Learn to read music and sing
No experience is needed to join this free singing and theory class
With One Voice community choir: Sydney CBD
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
Black Star
Hip-hop icons Black Star – Yasiin Bey and Talib Kweli are coming to Vivid Sydney at Carriageworks.
Secret Sauce: Modern Mixing and Recording Masterclass
Dive into the world of professional audio production
Ukulele class: Beginners to advanced
Strum your troubles away in this fun class for all ages and levels of experience
With One Voice community choir: Chatswood
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
Tangerine Dream
For the first time in over 40 years, electronic music gamechangers Tangerine Dream return to Sydney.
Power of voice with Carmella
Develop vocal technique, care and preservation of the voice both in speech and in song singer Carmella Baynie
Soccer Mommy
Live, Soccer Mommy’s shows are intimate and transportive, blending stripped-back moments with energetic performance.
Alphamama Sings The Divas
Prepare for a powerful and soulful evening celebrating the legacies of Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey and more.
Chris Cody Mountain To Sea jazz quartet
Superb swinging jazz and sublime pieces at this streaming launch featuring some of Australia's finest jazz musicians.
Celebrating Eurovision: Vivid Sydney Supper Club
Man the glitter cannons and roll out the bunting—it’s time to celebrate the camp and spectacle of Eurovision
Guy Strazz StratoFibre
Contemporary world jazz with powerful melodies, interactive improvisations, and beautiful grooves
State Library Unplugged
Switch off, reconnect and take the time to dream at the library this Vivid Sydney.
Aretha Franklin & Friends
Juliane Di Sisto & The Family Jewelz bring you an unforgettable night of music inspired by the legendary voices of soul and jazz.
Leonie Cohen & Nicky Crayson Quartet
A night of incredible talent as these women hit the Foundry stage!
Organ recital
Samuel Giddy plays works by J S Bach, John Stanley, Louis Vierne and Flor Peeters
Unscripted & Unfiltered with Nick Offerman & Megan Mullally
Vivid Sydney is thrilled to welcome Emmy Award-winning actors and real-life partners Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally
Triple Bill: A Night of Ballet Brilliance
A celebration of vibrant and inspiring ballet works, performed by esteemed Principal Artists and emerging young talent.
Ukulele class
Learn how to play the ukulele in this fun class for Mandarin and Cantonese speakers
With One Voice community choir: Redfern/Waterloo
Come join our community choir! No prior experience required.
Timeless Grooves + Lujza + Special Guests
This incredible one-night-only act will be performing classics from every decade. You won't want to miss it!
Anthony Scott Quartet
From one sophisticated giant to another, Anthony Scott pays tribute to Dextor Gordon.
SIMA Presents: Hinano Fujisaki + Runa Cara
Witness the debut of the Judy Bailey Emerging Composers Scholarship Commission
A Wander Through Baroque Italy
A showcase of 17th-century Italian music, brought to life by an exceptional ensemble!
BASSically Ft. Andrew Bukenya & Zela Margossian
The mellifluous bass vocal chords of Andrew Bukenya & the poetic keyboard artistry of ARIA Zela Margossian
Damian Wright & Metin Yilmaz
A special performance of flamenco guitar and Kurdish flute, two distinct strongly rooted cultural and musical traditions.
Aphrodite
Sydney Chamber Opera presents a world premiere by Nico Muhly in association with Omega Ensemble.
Chasing the Moon Live at Leichhardt Bowling Club
A feast of hot club swing, upbeat Latin and European jazz.
Dale Barlow + Andrew Dickeson Quartet
Two of Australia’s finest musicians unite to lead a night of swinging quartet jazz!
Judith Owen Down Under featuring James Morrison
Powerhouse performer Judith Owen in concert, featuring jazz virtuoso James Morrison
Teatro Flamenco with Diana Reyes Flamenco Dance Co
Flamenco dance and music performance with live music
¡Fascinating Gibbons!
The Hymnes and Songs of the Church – remembering the 400th anniversary of the death of Orlando Gibbons.
ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO with live music
Screening of the acclaimed new documentary ONE TO ONE: JOHN & YOKO, featuring a special pre-show acoustic performance
Gregg Arthur
Step into a world of pure class as the incomparable Gregg Arthur takes to the stage at Thunderbolt Club
Jazz:NOW - CHORUS
Heaps Grass and the Ben Hauptmann Band bring an improvisatory sympathy to song structures and music that leads with the lyric.
Sydney Eisteddfod Choral Championships | Final
Supported by The Federated Music Clubs of Australia, The John Lamble Foundation, The Sydney Symposium Choral Foundation
Eternity in an Hour | Eric Whitacre Conducts
Eric Whitacre returns to Sydney to conduct his latest choral work, a mystical meditation in sound.
Lyrical Masterpieces: Brieley Cutting and Kristian Winther
Intertwining dialogues of violin and piano lyrical works of Debussy, Boulanger, Messiaen, Holland and Brahms.
Regional Youth Orchestra NSW Farewell Concert
The Regional Youth Orchestra NSW will present a special farewell concert before departing on their 2025 European tour.
Anime 'n' Chill – A Piano Concert
Experience iconic anime soundtracks come to life in this nostalgic, one-night-only solo piano concert!
Concert: Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier
Enjoy an intimate evening of live music at the Art Gallery
Elvis to the Extreme: The Iconic Career
A thrilling tribute that captures Elvis Presley’s legendary career.
Gatsby Swing!
Step back in time and join the swinging sensation that is Queenie and The Cavaliers.
Sydney Eisteddfod Kawai Junior Piano Scholarship | Final
A unique platform for aspiring young Australian pianists
Sydney Eisteddfod Opera Scholarship | Final
Discovering the finest voices throughout Australia and New Zealand since 1933
The Magic Flute
Pacific Opera Studio's young artists present Mozart's timeless tales
Video Games 'n' Chill – A Piano Concert
Experience iconic video game soundtracks come to life in this epic, one-night-only solo piano concert!
Mirage
A hallucinatory experience where the natural world's desecration unfolds through spectral sound and symbolist verse.
Opera in the Pub at The Harold – Opera Getaway
Opera... in a pub? You heard right. Opera Bites brings favourite opera hits to a great local pub.
Live at the Great: Richard Tognetti x Konstantin Shamray
Masterworks re-imagined by two luminaries of the classical realm
Legally Blonde The Musical
A fabulously fun, award-winning musical based on the adored movie, featuring several big song-and-dance numbers.
Choirboys - Run to Paradise
"Run to Paradise" spills wild, hilarious stories of Australian rock n roll, as told by Pub-rock icons, Choirboys'
Sydney Chamber Choir 50th Anniversary Gala
Our 50th birthday concert featuring 5 new Australian works
Sydney Eisteddfod NSW Doctors Orchestra Scholarship | Final
Experience a showcase of talented young instrumentalists
The Sounds of Simon & Garfunkel
A captivating acoustic performance of the majestic hits of Paul Simon & Art Garfunkel.
Garrima: The Country Cries for Truth live
A night of performances from Bundjalung artists across art forms, in celebration of Dr Bronwyn Bancroft’s exhibition.
A Night in Argentina
Step into a world of passion, rhythm, and defiance with Revenge Tango, the electrifying duo direct from Argentina.
A Night in Argentina Ft. Revenge Tango
Step into a world of passion, rhythm, and defiance as Revenge Tango, the electrifying duo direct from Argentina
Soul dance with Taline - 2nd Birthday celebration!
Join us for a transformative dance experience that will inspire you to let go, move with freedom and express your soul!
Amy Winehouse: Resurrected
Amy Winehouse comes back to life on stage in this original one-woman show.
ACO Families: The Princess, The Pea (and The Brave Escapee)
Join us for this beloved fairytale with live classical music performed by an ACO string quartet.
Bastille Day at Kalyx
Dreaming of Paris? Need to get away? Don't despair – enjoy a taste of France at Kalyx for Bastille Day
Echoes of Piazzolla: From the Rivers of South America
From the ports of Buenos Aires to the harbour of Sydney, enjoy a night of Piazzolla, tango & folkore from South America.
Soul Divas
Featuring the hits of Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Amy Winehouse and more.
Guy Strazz and Casey Golden: 2@1 Jazz
Guy Strazz (guitar) and Casey Golden (piano) live jazz at Margaretta Cottage Glebe
Salut! Baroque presents The Entrepreneur
Celebrity culture thrived during the baroque period and Georg Philipp Telemann was one of the stars
Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala | Final (Junior and Senior)
Experience the passion for dance at the Sydney Eisteddfod Ballet Gala
Music Skills Essentials Course: Learn to Read Music
Learn how to read music notation and be confident in your singing with us!
10cc – The Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour
Legendary art-rock band 10cc bring their Ultimate Ultimate Greatest Hits Tour to Australia in 2025.
Alex Richo EP Launch – Life Times
Alex is joined by all-star band: ARIA-winner Jonathan Zwartz, Cat Empire’s Ollie McGill & Pete Skelton (James Morrison)
Liam Cooper's KING OF THE KEYS
Australia’s piano-man Liam Cooper plays thrilling live concert to celebrate music legends, backed by a killer live band
Marcus Holden Trio
A well-earned reputation as purveyors of the finest gypsy swing trio in town!
Michael Atherton: Exploring Music and Life
Don’t miss the chance to hear from esteemed Emeritus Professor Michael Atherton AM
Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra
Celebrate AYO's homecoming! Join the Australian Youth Orchestra, William Barton and Christian Li for a stunning evening.
Music Production with Ableton: Beginners Course
Learn to use Ableton Live software for your music creations!
Sydney Eisteddfod Actor of the Year (Junior)
A showcase of emerging young actors
Sydney Eisteddfod Actor of the Year (Senior)
A showcase of emerging young actors
The Specialties
With their unique spin on classic blues, jazz, rockabilly, and soul, the band features some of Sydney’s finest musicians
Lost Birds
White Bay Power Station is the new venue for a powerful concert inspired by the natural world.
Sydney Eisteddfod Singer of the Year | Final
This event is kindly supported by Petersham RSL and the Sydney Eisteddfod Jubilee Fund
La Bohème at Sydney Opera House
Glitzy sets, big emotions and stirring music fill the stage in this romantic classic opera, set in 1930s Berlin.
Charlie Chech presents Las Vegas Nights
Join award-winning vocalist Charlie Chech for a dazzling evening of cocktails and crooning
Sound Healing Foundations: A Weekend Intensive
Explore tools and techniques to support deep rest, intuition and wellbeing.
Air Supply - 50th Anniversary Celebration
Due to unprecedented demand, Air Supply have added a 2nd Sydney show to their highly anticipated 50th Anniversary Tour!
Here You Come Again
Full to the brim with Dolly Parton’s hits, telling the story of a fan’s journey, guided by Dolly teaching life lessons.
Ray Chen in Recital
Join Ray Chen as he makes his highly anticipated return to Sydney Opera House.
A Child of Our Time
The rapturous power of Michael Tippett’s modern classic speaks to our own time.
Matt Gresham “The Voice Australia"
Immerse yourself in a deeply moving acoustic performance by Matt Gresham at the Sydney Opera House.
Back to the Future: The Musical
Sydney, it’s time to change musical theatre history.
Sydney Eisteddfod Dance of Champions
An outstanding display of talent and dedication from Australia’s next generation of dance groups
Radhika Das
Globally acclaimed Kirtan artist Radhika Das brings Sydney his soul stirring concert, Manta That'll Move Soul.
Convergence
A concert that ignites the imagination and brings the stunning voices of three legendary composers into focus.
Hiromi: The Piano Quintet Feat. PUBLIQuartet
Trailblazing pianist Hiromi presents a breathtaking suite alongside acclaimed string quartet, PUBLIQuartet.
Salut! Baroque presents Voice, Rejoice
The versatility of the voice has fascinated composers through the ages, from its purest form to its most virtuosic.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba In Concert
an extraordinary live music celebration of the captivating world of Demon Slayer.
Juan Diego Flórez in Recital
An evening of operatic masterpieces. Meet 'The new king of the high Cs', Juan Diego Flórez
Carols at the House
Celebrate Christmas with uplifting music – a treat for the ears, heart and voice.
Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Binge-watch Bach with Sydney Philharmonia Choirs in the ‘season finale’ of the Christmas Oratorio.