Best Things to Do in Sydney This March | What’s On March In Sydney
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Autumn in Sydney arrives with markets, street parties, harbour festivals and long-table dinners back on the calendar. The humidity drops, the light softens, and the city feels easier to move through.
From cult chef pop-ups and vinyl fairs to waterfront takeovers and community nights, this month’s line-up covers the lot.
Here’s your guide to what’s on.
The best things to do in Sydney March
La Plage Longchamp at Nielsen Beach
Vaucluse | Tuesday 3– Thursday 12 March
Longchamp is transforming Nielsen Beach Club into La Plage Longchamp, a limited-time takeover inspired by its Summer 2026 collection. Expect breathwork by the ocean, watercolour workshops, sunset mixology and styling sessions centred around Le Pliage, all set against that harbour backdrop. It’s Parisian polish with a Sydney shoreline mood, running for ten days only.
When: Tuesday 3– Thursday 12 March (daily 10am–4pm, select late nights)
Where: Nielsen Beach Club, Fig Tree Road, Vaucluse NSW 2030
Price: Complimentary (bookings required)
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First Thursdays Art Walk
Darlinghurst | Thursday 5 March
First Thursdays returns with an early-evening art walk through the Rushcutters Bay art precinct. Drop in between 5–7pm to wander local galleries including .M Contemporary, Arthouse Gallery, Dominik Mersch Gallery and Gallery Sally Dan-Cuthbert. An easy, low-commitment way to see new work and move between spaces.
When: Thursday 5 February, 5pm–7pm
Where: Rushcutters Bay art precinct, Darlinghurst
Price: Free
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Sydney Streets on Redfern Street
Redfern | Saturday 7 March
One of Sydney’s best all-day street parties is landing on Redfern Street, with live music, dance, DJs and alfresco drinking and dining from morning through to night. Expect market stalls spotlighting First Nations businesses, a dedicated Sand Circle of performances and storytelling, plus outdoor activities for all ages. Local venues are rolling out street specials too — including tacos at Rico’s.
When: Saturday 7 March from 11am to 10pm
Where: Redfern Street, Redfern NSW 2016
Price: Free
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Maroubra Beach Markets
Maroubra | Saturday 7 March
Maroubra Beach Markets takes over Broadarrow Reserve with a laid-back morning of food, shopping and coastal energy. Expect fresh produce, street food, vintage finds, local makers and live music — an easy stop before or after the beach.
When: Saturday 7 March, 8am–2pm
Where: Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra
Price: Free
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La Lune Creative Markets
Sydney | Saturday 7 & 21 March
La Lune’s Creative Markets are back with two March dates, bringing a tight edit of local makers, homewares and small brands into the mix. Expect coffee, pastries and a rotating line-up of stalls from 9am–2pm, with $1 from every coffee donated to World’s Greatest Shave. Easy weekend browsing, good cause included.
When: Saturday 7 & 21 March, 9am–2pm (café open 8am–4pm)
Where: La Lune, Sydney
Price: Free entry
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KYIV Laneway Live Fire Series
Chippendale | Sunday 8 March
Two of Sydney’s most loved cult chefs are taking over the KYIV Social laneway for a live fire series this March — and first up is Olympic Meats’ Tim Cassimatis. From midday, he’s stepping into the Berlin doner arena with chicken donair rolls, BBQ mackerel politiko kebabs and his Aussie lunchbox-style banh mi, all cooked over flame and served with ice-cold Young Henrys until sold out.
When: Sunday 8 March, from midday
Where: KYIV Social, 202 Broadway, Chippendale
Price: Free Entry
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Clothes Swap & Sip with Maple Social Club
Redfern | Sunday 8 March
New season, new wardrobe — without buying a thing. Maple Social Club is hosting a girls-only clothes swap upstairs at The Eveleigh Hotel, where you can bring pieces you no longer love, trade for something new-to-you and sip while you browse. Anything left over will be donated to Lifeline, so it’s a clear-out with a conscience.
When: Sunday 8 March, 2pm–5pm
Where: Upstairs at The Eveleigh Hotel, 158 Abercrombie Street, Redfern NSW 2016
Price: Free (RSVP required)
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JAM Club Social Pickleball
Bondi | Sunday 8 March
JAM Club is Bondi’s weekly social pickleball meet-up, bringing players together every Sunday from 5pm for relaxed games and easy competition. This week’s +1 session lets members bring a friend along for their first hit, with $25 covering both players for 90 minutes on court. All levels are welcome.
When: Sunday 8 March, 5pm
Where: St Marys Avenue, Bondi Junction
Price: $25 for two people
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Kirribilli Markets: Art, Design & Fashion
Kirribilli | Sunday 8 March
Browse over 220 stalls of artisan goods, vintage fashion, handmade homewares and local art at this long-running harbourfront market. With live music, gourmet treats and serious treasure-hunting potential, it remains one of Sydney’s most-loved Sunday rituals.
When: Sunday 8 March, 8:30am to 3pm
Where: Kirribilli
Price: Free entry
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NEUROTICA: Feminism, Power & Pleasure
Sydney CBD | Wednesday 11 March
Big ideas, good food and zero small talk, NEUROTICA is a dinner gathering for people who’d rather unpack feminism, power and pleasure than swap LinkedIn intros. Held at Ace Hotel, the evening pairs guided conversation with drinks and a shared meal, designed to spark sharper thinking and unexpected connections.
When: Wednesday 11 March, 5pm–8pm (dinner from 6pm)
Where: Ace Hotel, 47–53 Wentworth Avenue, Sydney NSW 2000
Price: $90
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Matcha Pop-Up with The Findery & Friends
Paddington | Friday 14 – Saturday 15 March
Matcha, Australian fashion and a two-day pop-up on Oxford Street — this one’s for the cool girls. The Findery & Friends is taking over 300 Oxford Street with a curated edit of local designers, while Let’s Go Grab Matcha pours drinks and sweet bites alongside the racks. Expect labels like St. Eze, Andau, Pray For Sun and more, plus gift bags for early shoppers.
When: Friday 14 – Saturday 15 March, 10am–3pm
Where: 300 Oxford Street, Paddington NSW 2021
Price: Free entry
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Nomicha-Dokoro: Daytime Izakaya by Club Matcha
Darlinghurst | Saturday 14 March
Club Matcha is taking over Nomidokoro Indigo for a daytime izakaya-style session, but make it tea. Think matcha instead of sake, with small plates and light bites to pair, running from morning through early afternoon. Seating is limited and first come, first served, with takeaway available as usual.
When: Saturday 14 March, 9:30am–2pm
Where: Nomidokoro Indigo, Darlinghurst
Price: Pay as you go
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Pilates Book Swap at CorePlus
Darlinghurst | Saturday 14 March
Movement, books and a soft Saturday energy — To Be Read Book Club is bringing its Pilates Book Swap to CorePlus Darlinghurst. Start with a class, then swap your latest read for something new while meeting fellow lit girls in the studio.
When: Saturday 14 March at 1:30pm
Where: CorePlus Darlinghurst, 152 Riley St, Darlinghurst
Price: Ticketed
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KYIV Laneway Live Fire Series: Toby Wilson
Chippendale | Sunday 15 March
Ghostboy Cantina is back for one day only as Toby Wilson takes over the KYIV Social laneway grill. From midday, expect Bo La Lot tacos, upright spit pork neck al pastor and charcoal-finished specials created just for the series, all cooked over live fire and served until sold out.
When: Sunday 15 March, from midday
Where: KYIV Social, 202 Broadway, Chippendale
Price: Free Entry
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Sydney St Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival
Sydney CBD | Sunday 15 March
Parades, Irish markets and dance stages are taking over the CBD for Sydney’s annual St Patrick’s Day celebrations. The parade kicks off at 11am from Pitt Street near Martin Place, winding through the city before finishing close to Loftus Street, with the festival unfolding across First Fleet Park and surrounding lawns. Expect live music, cultural performances and a full day of green by the harbour.
When: Sunday 15 March from 11am
Where: Sydney CBD & First Fleet Park
Price: Free
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Sup Club at Fabbrica
Darlinghurst | Thursday 19 March
Sup Club is bringing people together upstairs at Fabbrica for a long-table dinner designed to make new connections over handmade pasta. Guests start with a drink on arrival before settling in for a shared three-course menu with a paired wine for the main, all seated alongside soon-to-be new friends. It’s structured enough to feel comfortable, but relaxed enough to let conversation unfold naturally.
When: Thursday 19 March, 6:30pm–9:30pm
Where: Fabbrica Pasta Bar, 348 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst
Price: $126.50 per person
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Sydney Streets on Stanley Street
Darlinghurst | Saturday 21 March
One of Sydney’s best all-day street parties is taking over Stanley Street, with DJs, alfresco drinking and dining, and live entertainment from morning to night. Local spots are rolling out pop-ups, street food specials and family-friendly activations, turning Darlinghurst into an open-air festival. It’s free, it’s easy, and it runs all day.
When: Saturday 21 March from 11am to 10pm
Where: Stanley Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
Price: Free
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Second Life Sport Vintage Market
Paddington | Saturday 21 March
Vintage Nike, Adidas, Lacoste and rare ‘00s activewear are taking over Paddington Town Hall for Second Life Sport. Expect rails of archival sportswear, silk Sergio Tacchini jackets, old-school jerseys and the kind of off-duty yoga mum pieces you won’t find at the mall. It’s a curated hit of nostalgia with collectors who know their labels.
When: Saturday 21 March, 11am–4pm (VIP 10:30am)
Where: Paddington Town Hall, 249 Oxford Street, Paddington NSW 2021
Price: $6–$15 (Free entry from 3:30pm, limited tickets)
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The Yard Party at Marrickville Timberyards
Marrickville | Sunday 22 March
Food stalls, local makers and live entertainment are taking over the future Marrickville Timberyards site for The Yard Party. Expect market-style browsing, kids’ activities and a pet-friendly crowd, with free entry and food coupons for the first 1,000 who register. It’s part community day, part preview of what’s to come for the neighbourhood.
When: Sunday 22 March, 10am–2pm
Where: 183 Victoria Road, Marrickville NSW 2204
Price: Free
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TAXXI Takeover at Disco Pantera
Sydney | Saturday 28 March
Party Thieves is bringing TAXXI back to Sydney, taking over Disco Pantera for a one-night-only dance floor moment. Expect DJs, a tight 120-person cap and free pizza for those who RSVP early. Doors open at 9pm and it runs late, bring your USB if you’re feeling bold.
When: Saturday 28 March, 9pm–late
Where: Disco Pantera, Sydney
Price: Free entry with RSVP (limited capacity)
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Lana Workshop: Filipinx Medicinal Oil Making
Redfern | Saturday 28 March
Herbal medicine, ancestral ritual and coconut oil come together in this intimate Lana-making workshop at Magenta House. Facilitated by Bangka Healing Arts, the half-day session explores Filipinx healing systems, animism and Hilot, guiding participants through the traditional process of preparing sacred medicinal oil from scratch. Expect plant teachings, hands-on preparation, a shared meal and a jar of Lana to take home.
When: Saturday 28 March, 10am–3pm
Where: Magenta House, Redfern (address provided to registered attendees)
Price: $120 general / $150 solidarity / $100 unwaged (by request) / First Nations free
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Tarot & ’Tinis
Sydney | First & Third Tuesday of Every Month
Find out what’s next, martini in hand. Tarot & ’Tinis pairs one-on-one readings with $12 miniature Martinis — Gin, Espresso or French — poured cold while the cards are laid on the table. It runs from 7–9pm on the first and third Tuesday of each month, with bookings essential and no walk-ins.
When: First & Third Tuesday of every month, 7pm–9pm
Where: Sydney (see booking link for details)
Price: $12 mini Martinis
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UNO Social Club at Bungalow 8
Darling Harbour | Thursday 26 February – Tuesday 26 March
UNO Social Club has landed at Bungalow 8, turning the waterfront into a month-long run of cards and cocktails. Wednesday nights are dedicated to tournament-style play, with 15-minute rounds, spot prizes and teams of three to four (or join solo and get matched up). There’s also themed parties and UNO slushies in rotation throughout the takeover.
When: Wednesdays 4, 11 & 18 March (arrive 6:30pm for 7pm start)
Where: Bungalow 8, Darling Harbour
Price: Check ticketing
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Grocery Store
Marrickville | Saturday 21 February – Sunday 15 March
Grocery Store is a curated pop-up that reimagines the corner shop as a playful ceramics and art market. Eighteen Australian artists transform everyday food staples into collectible works, from ceramic milk cartons to sculptural produce and pasta-inspired pieces. Visit daily from 10am–4pm, with an opening night on Friday 20 February from 5–9pm.
When: Saturday 21 February – Sunday 15 March (10am–4pm daily); Opening Night Friday 20 February (5–9pm)
Where: 124 Chapel St, Marrickville, Sydney
Price: Free
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Carriageworks Farmers Market
Eveleigh | Every Saturday
Carriageworks Farmers Markets are one of the most iconic markets in Sydney. In addition to seasonal fruits and vegetables, you'll find fresh flowers, artisanal coffee, amazing makers as well as delicious eats for you to enjoy there from AP Bakery or Broomfields.
When: Every Saturday, 8am - 1pm
Where: 245 Wilson St, Eveleigh
Price: Free
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Sydney Ring-Making Workshop
Darlinghurst | Throughout March
A hands-on jewellery workshop where you make your own sterling silver or solid gold rings from scratch. You’ll learn the basics of metalwork, from shaping and soldering to polishing, and leave with two finished pieces that are completely yours. A great option for date nights, solo sessions, or doing something genuinely creative with friends.
When: Ongoing, various session times
Where: 136A Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst
Price: From $199 per person
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Jazz Nights at Ester Spirits
Marrickville | Fridays
A weekly jazz night built around good music, strong martinis, and an easy dinner deal. The Squares play live while the bar runs $20 martinis and a $25 burger and martini combo, with classic and veggie options. There’s also a self-serve fridge stocked with charcuterie and snacks for grazing between sets.
When: Every Friday from 6:30pm
Where: Ester Spirits, 31 Chalder St, Marrickville
Price: $20 martinis, $25 burger + martini combo
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Glebe Markets
Glebe | Every Saturday
Glebe Markets is a Sydney institution, known for its mix of vintage fashion, independent designers and handmade finds. You will find everything from jewellery and local labels to one-off pieces worth digging for. Enjoy food from a range of food trucks through to local baked goods, with space to picnic on the lawn alongside other market-goers.
When: Every Saturday 10 10am - 4pm
Where: Derby Place, Glebe Point Rd, Glebe
Price: Free entry
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