Find and filter events
Browse the full Festival line up and use filters to quickly narrow things down by date, genre category, location or accessibility.
Plan Your Festival
Tips to juice the very best from your Festival experience – handy for the traveller and local alike.
Explore the program
Find what you're looking for; discover something you weren't. Here are three handy ways to discover the program.
Choose your vibe
Need inspiration? Choose event groupings which match your mood. Want to take a date? Have a dance? Have a good time without splashing cash? We'll point you in the right direction.
Dig deeper with Festival Stories
Unpack the stories behind the shows through artist interviews, event explainers and genre guides.
Make a day (or night) of it
How to turn one event ticket into a whole experience.
Events nearby or up next
Keep the Festival energy flowing. Check the daily schedule to find out what else is happening nearby or on the day of your event and kick on to another free or ticketed event.
Where to eat
Browse Festival Feasts for restaurants nearby with special Sydney Festival menus in January. Ideal for a quick pit-stop, after show dinner or leisurely long lunch. Plus more delicious delicacies available at The Yard.
Where to gather
Where to find your people and keep the vibe going. Check out The Yard, for Festival garden meets watering hole meets gourmet street food frenzy.
Booking tickets
Simple, secure and official.
Our website
Book directly through our website for the best and most secure experience. Just hit the BOOK NOW button on any event page.
Waitlists
Sold-out events may offer a waitlist. If tickets become available, we'll contact you.
Discounts
Discounted tickets are available for students, seniors and other community members. See what's on offer.
Accessible
Find accessible venues and sessions that suit your needs. Filter events by accessibility at the explore page, or visit the access page for listings.
Tix for next to nix
Between 9 and 10am each morning during the Festival (8–25 January) grab limited $26 tickets to selected shows, released daily on our website.
Check Daily tix for next to nixGetting around
Information to help you get to the fun part, faster.
Public Transport
We encourage using public transport whenever possible – it's the most sustainable, and often easiest way to get around Sydney.
The closest public transport options for each location are listed on the venue info pages.
Sydney Metro
Sydney Metro makes it easier than ever to reach Festival venues, with Barangaroo Station just a short walk from events at Barangaroo Reserve, Roslyn Packer Theatre, and the many venues and free activations of Walsh Bay Arts Precinct. Metro stations also connect swiftly to other Festival locations across the CBD.
Train, Ferry, Bus, Lightrail
All Festival venues are easily accessible via sydney's integrated transport network. Plan your trip via the NSW Trip Planner.
Driving
Prefer to drive? Get 10% off night and weekend parking when you prepay online using the promo code SYDFEST27 (during the Festival season from 8–25 January). Terms and conditions apply.
Festival venues
Explore our venues page for more detailed information on every location across the Festival – from addresses and contact details to maps and accessibility guidance to help plan your visit.
Travel alert
Please note: rail replacement services will be running across the city on selected January weekends. Allow extra time for travel and check transport updates before you depart.
Where to stay
Stay close to the action.
Mantra on Kent
Mantra on Kent Immerse yourself in the exhilarating magic of Sydney Festival 2027 without breaking the bank. At Mantra on Kent we offer the perfect balance of affordability, comfort and a superb central location that keeps you connected to all the action. Location: Enjoy easy access to key venues and transport links, explore nearby shopping and dining on foot, and reach all festival precincts via Wynyard and Town Hall stations. Room flexibility: Studio Apartments perfect for those who appreciate a little more space and the convenience of a kitchenette. Or One & Two-Bedroom Apartments ideal for families or groups, featuring separate living areas and fully equipped kitchens. On-site breakfast: Enjoy a delicious full hot buffet breakfast without leaving the hotel at our vibrant restaurant. Make your Sydney Festival 2027 experience unforgettable and affordable.
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Mantra Sydney Central
Mantra Sydney Central Dive into Sydney Festival 2027 from the heart of the city. The Festival is calling, and Mantra Sydney Central is your ideal launchpad for an incredible, budget-conscious experience. Located in the bustling heart of Sydney, we put you moments away from major transport hubs, eclectic dining, and easy access to every dazzling festival event. Location: With Central Station offering direct access to trains, light rail and buses. Chinatown, Darling Harbour and the Moore Park Entertainment Quarter all just moments away, getting to any festival venue, from Circular Quay to Parramatta is effortless.Room flexibility: Enjoy extra space and the convenience of a kitchenette for light meals in Studio Apartments, plus One & Two-Bedroom Apartments, ideal for longer stays, families or groups, featuring separate living and dining areas, plus fully equipped kitchens for a home-away-from-home feel.Amenities: Benefit from on-site facilities designed to enhance your stay, including a fitness centre for a quick workout.Maximize your Sydney Festival 2027 experience without compromising on comfort or location.
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Veriu Broadway
Make yourself at home in Sydney at Veriu Broadway, a neighbourhood hotel in Ultimo that puts you within easy reach of the city and all the excitement of Sydney Festival. Set within a character-filled heritage building, Veriu Broadway offers modern, loft-inspired, self-contained accommodation designed to give you more space to settle in. Choose from spacious studios and suites, with selected rooms offering kitchen and laundry facilities, making it easy to feel at home whether you’re in Sydney for a night, a weekend or a little longer. Step outside and you’re close to Central Station, Broadway Shopping Centre, UTS and Darling Harbour, with Sydney’s dining, entertainment and cultural experiences all within easy reach. After a full day of Festival experiences, come back, slow down and enjoy your own space in the city.
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Novotel Sydney Parramatta
Make the most of Sydney Festival 2027 with a stay at Novotel Sydney Parramatta. Set beside the Parramatta River in the heart of Western Sydney’s vibrant dining precinct, the hotel brings together comfort, convenience and plenty to explore between festival experiences. Step outside to discover Church Street’s restaurants, cafés and riverside walks. With Parramatta’s transport connections nearby, you can explore local attractions and travel to festival events across Sydney. From contemporary rooms to spacious suites, enjoy accommodation suited to couples, friends and families. Relax, recharge and make yourself at home after a day of arts, culture and discovery. Start your day with breakfast at 350 Restaurant & Lounge, enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or keep up your routine in the gym. Turn your festival plans into a summer getaway and discover the energy of Parramatta with Novotel as your welcoming base.
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