Hey, there – hope you're having a great week so far. Looking for fun? You're in the right place.
Sydney’s Taronga Zoo has transformed into a glowing wonderland with magical illuminated experiences, entertainment, keeper talks, sunset cocktails and more. Taronga After Dark is on now until Sunday, October 12, from 5.30-9pm each night. Round up your little (and big) cubs. And if you need more school holiday inspo, we’ve got you covered with the best things to do here.
Surry Hills stalwart Chin Chin is hosting a disco brunch each weekend this October. Expect delicious yum cha delights, free-flowing cocktails and retro tunes – all for $89 per person. How good? It’s on Saturday and Sunday from 12-3pm.
Plate it Forward has kicked off the Third I Festival this spring, a month-long celebration of food, culture and community across its gamechanging (and delicious) Sydney venues Colombo Social, Kolkata Social and Kyiv Social. From bottomless brunches with South Asian flair to hopper dinners and one big laneway party, there’s lots of fun in store. Check out the full program here.
It’s a big month for musical theatre in Sydney, with two high-octane shows, Rent and Back to the Future: The Musical, now playing. Keen for more razzle dazzle? You can check out our full guide to all the shows on in Sydney here.
Hungry? Work your way through our guide to the best affordable eats. Got a special occasion coming up? Here’s our guide to Sydney’s best restaurants (or check out the top new restaurants here). Thirsty? Don’t miss our guide to Sydney’s best bars here.
Plus, take a dip at one of Sydney’s best beaches, get your sweat on with a pretty bushwalk, or pack drinks and snacks and throw out a rug at one of our fave picnic spots.
Scroll on for our full list of the best things to do in Sydney this week.
Mapping out your weekend? These are the best things to do in Sydney this weekend.