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From Surry Hills To The World: The Accidental Empire Of Tropfest It started with a spring roll. Let's be specific. A film whimsically titled, Surry Hills: 902 Spring Roll , which its creator, John Polson, once dismissed as pretty average. That humble, almost apologetic beginning in 1993 is the wonderfully unglamorous seed from which Tropfest, now branded as the globe’s largest short film festival, accidentally sprouted. Picture the scene. Two hundred people crammed into the T

Why Tropfest 2026 Is Sydney's Free Cultural Event You Can't Afford to Miss Forget hushed theatres and polite applause. Tropfest, returning on Feb 22 to Centennial Park after six quiet years, runs on a very different wavelength. Think thousands spread across picnic rugs as the sun sets, food trucks buzzing and a giant screen glowing beneath the Moreton Bay figs. This is cinema as a shared public experience - and its return has been long awaited. On screen: 16 finalist short fi

Your guide to the best theatre, food, entertainment, and live music happening in Mosman and other nearby neighbourhoods. Eat & Drink 🍔 Burger Drop Tuesdays 📍 Minksy’s Hotel 📅 Every Tuesday Tuesdays just got juicer at Minksys with the brand new Burger Drop Tuesdays. Every single week the Chefs at Minksy’s are cooking up a brand new burger special - t hink big buns, bold flavours and creations you won’t find anywhere else. You can also grab the much-loved classic smash burg

Real Housewives meets Dick Tracy - Murder In Mosman is a corny crime thriller about vanity, greed, and the danger of badly kept secrets.

Experience Unforgettable Fireworks, Parties, Cruises and Family Fun This New Year’s Eve Sydney Sydney is world‑famous for its New Year’s Eve Sydney celebrations — a dazzling night of fireworks, music, parties, cruises and vibe‑filled events that welcome the new year in unforgettable style. Whether you’re planning a local celebration or hosting visiting friends and family, here’s the must‑read guide for making the most of New Year’s Eve Sydney this year. Iconic Sydney Harbour

Lady Gaga turns Accor Stadium into a queer wonderland. By Aaron Little Sydney didn’t just host a concert— it hosted a full-scale gay awakening as Lady Gaga stormed Accor Stadium and reminded us exactly why she remains pop’s ultimate queer icon. It was loud, theatrical, sweaty in the best possible way, and dripping in the kind of unapologetic energy that only Mother Monster can deliver. From the first note, the stadium was hers. Gaga moved effortlessly between high- camp spect

Discover the final season of Sydney Dance Company’s New Breed, showcasing four world premieres and celebrating 12 years of groundbreaking Australian choreography.

Sip, savour and save during Happy Hour at Randwick’s favourite bars, pubs and restaurants. Happy Hour In Randwick is the perfect time to head out and unwind. With plenty of pubs, bars and restaurants to choose from, there’s no shortage of great spots to sip, savour and save. Whether it’s a midweek catch-up or Friday night drinks, make the most of the unbeatable Happy Hour deals across Randwick. The Avenue 📍 2 St Marks Rd, Randwick 🌐 theavenuerandwick.com.au ⏰ Mon - Fri, 4

Your guide to the best events, culture and community happening in the Sydney CBD and its surrounds. 😂 Just For Laughs Festival 📍 Various Venues 📅 Nov 10th - 22nd Get ready to laugh out loud - Just For Laughs Festival is back and bringing world-class comedy to venues across the city. This year’s lineup features international stars like Eddie Izzard, Reggie Watts, John Bishop and Ashley Gavin, alongside some local favourites. From stand-up and improv to live podcasts and gal

One night, countless laughs - The All Star Gala is Just For Laughs at rapid fire and full strength. Each year, Sydney’s Just For Laughs Festival brings comedians from every corner of the comedy world for a jam-packed, multi-day festival of laughs. A centrepiece of the festival is the star-studded All Star Gala - an event I attended for the first time this year, and one I’m certain will become a permanent fixture on my annual calendar. This year’s event was hosted at the icon

SmartFone FlickFest (SF3) is back for its 11th year, bigger, bolder, and better than ever. The 2026 Smartfone Flickfest (SF3) attracted more than 450 entries (!) from over 60 countries, reflecting SF3's truly global reach. This year's event is extra special with the Gala being held at iconic Sydney Opera House on January 23rd, 2026. Submissions for this year's festival came from filmmakers of all ages and walks of life. There were four year old entrants, and there were seve

Your guide to the best events, culture and community happening in the Sydney CBD and its surrounds this Spring/Summer season. 🛥️ Superyacht Saturdays 📍 The Jackson, Sydney Harbour Saturday just became spectacular. Step aboard The Jackson for Superyacht Saturdays - Sydney’s best way to celebrate the weekend in style. This season, The Jackson plays host to two signature experiences: the indulgent Bottomless Chandon Harbour Long Lunch and the vibrant Veuve Clicquot in the Sun.

Intimate yet spectacular, La Ronde Is brimming with talent and charisma By Rita Bratovich Scott Maidment and the Strut & Fret team have curated a beautiful selection of theatrical sweets and presented them as delicacies on a plate that is La Ronde . This production feels more intimate and pure in the way it allows the performers to be the central focus. The La Ronde performers have enough personality to fill the spacious theatre tenfold. Expertise, sexiness, humour, and char

Comedian and musician Reggie Watts returns to Sydney for Just For Laughs 2025 with his signature mix of music, improv, and absurdist comedy.

Three masters come together for Sydney Dance Company’s stunning new triple bill, Continuum . Continuum is the perfect title for this trio of works. Rafael Bonachela’s Spell , Tra Mi Dinh’s Somewhere between ten and fourteen, and Stephen Page’s Unungkati Yantatja – one with the other , are each completely distinct pieces, yet there is a flow and feeling of connection between them. First, Spell, which opens auspiciously with a solo dancer and no music. The sole figure moves o

rtist Mark Maurangi Carrol has won the 2025 Mosman Art Prize for Blue boat (crowd on the island of Mangaia), a powerful reinterpretation of a historic Cook Islands photograph.

Over ten exciting days, Mosman will come alive with street parties, outdoor feasts, live music, cultural celebrations, and plenty of family fun. To help you plan your festival adventures, we’ve picked out some of the highlights you definitely won’t want to miss.

A powerful fusion of movement, music and storytelling, Sydney Dance Company’s Continuum unites three visionary choreographers – Stephen Page, Rafael Bonachela and Tra Mi Dinh – in a breathtaking exploration of connection, culture and creativity. Featuring two world premieres and one reimagined work, this dynamic triple bill showcases the richness of contemporary Australian dance, where contrasting styles flow together in one seamless continuum of expression.

Expect the unexpected when Reggie Watts returns to Sydney for Just For Laughs 2025. The comedian, musician and master improviser brings his genre-bending one-man show to the Sydney Opera House this November, blending stand-up, music and surreal comedy in a night of unrepeatable brilliance. Don’t miss this boundary-breaking performance from one of comedy’s most inventive minds.

Discover how Marrickville grew into Sydney’s ultimate live music hub, with buzzing venues, breweries, and a creative spirit that refuses to fade.