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What's On This Weekend In Sydney | Best Things To Do This Weekend

Aug 27
3 min read

Updated: Sep 10

Looking for what’s on this weekend in Sydney? This is your curated guide to Sydney.

Each week, we select some of the city’s best events, from markets and pop-ups to parties, launches and late-night sessions. Check back weekly to stay in the loop.


PiNCH Vol. 3

Surry Hills | Saturday 12 September


PiNCH returns to Ace Hotel Sydney for its third independent fashion pop-up, bringing together a curated line-up of emerging Australian designers. Part shop, part exhibition, the afternoon combines fashion with sound, spatial design and conversation.


When: Saturday 12 September, 3–9pm

Where: Good Chemistry, Ace Hotel Sydney

Price: Free

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The Art of Ikebana

Woolloomooloo | Saturday 12 September


Learn the centuries-old Japanese art of Ikebana in an intimate floral workshop at Art Department Studio. Choose seasonal stems from the flower bar before learning the fundamentals of line, movement, balance and space to create your own arrangement. You will also leave with a ceramic vessel, floral tools and everything needed to keep practising at home.


When: Saturday 12 September, 10am–12pm or 1–3pm

Where: Art Department Studio, Woolloomooloo

Price: $230pp

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IRL Club Pop-Up

Paddington | 11–13 September


ROC Eyewear, Ten Tones and Aesthetic Culture Club are bringing their online stores IRL for a three-day Oxford Street pop-up. Shop sunglasses, clothing, bags and accessories, including exclusive releases, with something different happening each day. Friday brings DJs, food and drinks, followed by flowers and matcha on Saturday and a Polaroid studio on Sunday.


When: Friday 11 – Sunday 13 September

Where: 300 Oxford Street, Paddington

Price: Free entry, Friday Community Night $30

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Sydney’s Biggest Hot Take Social

Alexandria | Sunday 13 September


Think PowerPoint night with strangers and much more questionable opinions. Presenters get three minutes to defend their hottest takes on everything from dating and pop culture to food, before the crowd votes for the best argument. Stick around afterwards for live music, drinks and a social hour to meet new people.


When: Sunday 13 September, 4–10pm

Where: Blackwattle Bar + Brewery, Alexandria

Price: Check booking page

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Festival of the Winds

Bondi | Sunday 13 September


Bondi Beach is set to fill with colour as Festival of the Winds returns for another huge day by the sea. Watch giant kites take to the sky alongside live music, cultural performances, creative workshops and plenty for the kids. Food stalls, roaming performers and activities will run throughout the day.


When: Sunday 13 September, 10:30am–4pm

Where: Bondi Beach and surrounds

Price: Free

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Sakura House x Suntory House

Sydney CBD | Until 3 October


Sakura House has teamed up with Suntory to turn its basement into Suntory House for two months. Head downstairs for matcha and melon float-inspired cocktails, izakaya share plates and a vending machine packed with konbini snacks, merch and prizes.


When: Until 3 October

Where: Sakura House, 82–88 Elizabeth Street, Sydney CBD

Price: Free entry, walk-ins only

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Second Life Markets Sydney

Eveleigh | Sunday 13 September


Second Life Markets is taking over Carriageworks with more than 120 curated vintage, preloved and archival fashion stalls. Shop everything from designer pieces to one-off thrift finds, with Sydney DJs, food trucks and drink pop-ups running throughout the day.


When: Sunday 13 September, 9:30am–4pm

Where: Blacksmiths Workshop, Carriageworks, Eveleigh

Price: $6–$15, depending on entry time

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Hand-Tied Floral Bouquet Workshop

Marrickville | Saturday 12 September

Learn the foundations of floristry at this hands-on workshop from Fa Yun Floral Studios, held at Jeong Community in Marrickville. You’ll work with seasonal flowers while learning how to condition stems, reflex roses, balance a composition and build your own hand-tied bouquet. All flowers, materials and tools are provided, along with refreshments during the afternoon.


When: Saturday 12 September, 3pm–5:30pm

Where: Jeong Community, First Floor, 37 Sydenham Road, Marrickville

Price: $200

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Maple Social Club Sunday Jazz at Buddy’s

Newtown | Sunday 13 September

Maple Social Club is bringing Sunday Jazz to Buddy’s, with live music taking over the Newtown bar from 4pm. Spend the afternoon catching a live set, grabbing a drink and making the most of the final hours of the weekend. Entry is free, with RSVPs available in advance.


When: Sunday 13 September, 4pm–6pm

Where: Buddy’s Bar, Newtown

Price: Free

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