Sydney in May 2025 brings a mix of cultural festivals, live performances, art exhibitions, and community activities to enjoy as autumn settles in. Here’s your detailed guide to what’s happening:

Pop Culture, Markets and Community Events:
Concerts and Music:
Art and Exhibitions:
Festivals and Special Events:
Theatre, Performance and Musicals:
Sporting Events:
Food, Drink and Fun:
Conferences and Expos:

Pop Culture and Community Events:

1. Biennale of Sydney – Rivus (Final Weeks)
   • Dates: Until May 5, 2025
   • Where: Multiple venues including the Art Gallery of NSW and the MCA
   • Details: Major contemporary art exhibition featuring installations, talks, and performances across Sydney.
2. The Finders Keepers Autumn Market
   • Dates: May 10–12, 2025
   • Where: The Cutaway, Barangaroo
   • Details: A curated design market showcasing independent art, craft, and fashion.

Concerts and Music:

1. Pink – Summer Carnival Tour
   • Dates: May 3–4, 2025
   • Where: Accor Stadium
   • Details: International superstar Pink brings her high-energy tour to Sydney with acrobatics and hits.
2. OneRepublic – Live in Concert
   • Dates: May 13, 2025
   • Where: Qudos Bank Arena
   • Details: Chart-topping band performs songs from “Human” and their latest hits.

Art and Exhibitions:

1. Archibald Prize 2025
   • Dates: Opens May 11, 2025
   • Where: Art Gallery of New South Wales
   • Details: Australia’s most prestigious portrait prize returns with compelling new works by contemporary artists.

Festivals and Special Events:

1. Australian Fashion Week
   • Dates: May 12–16, 2025
   • Where: Carriageworks and other venues
   • Details: Runway shows and presentations from top Australian designers.
2. Vivid Sydney (Opening Weekend)
   • Dates: Begins May 23, 2025
   • Where: Circular Quay, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour, and more
   • Details: Sydney’s iconic festival of light, music, and ideas kicks off with spectacular illuminations and performances.

Theatre, Performance and Musicals:

1. Moulin Rouge! The Musical
   • Dates: May 2025 (ongoing)
   • Where: Capitol Theatre
   • Details: Lavish stage adaptation of the hit film with dazzling sets, costumes, and hit songs.

Sporting Events:

1. Super Rugby – NSW Waratahs Home Games
   • Dates: Throughout May 2025
   • Where: Allianz Stadium
   • Details: Watch the Waratahs take on top Super Rugby teams in Sydney.

Food, Drink and Fun:

1. Carriageworks Farmers Market
   • Dates: Saturdays in May
   • Where: Carriageworks
   • Details: Weekly artisan food market with local produce, baked goods, and ready-to-eat options.

Conferences and Expos:

1. Sydney Writers’ Festival
   • Dates: May 20–26, 2025
   • Where: Carriageworks and other venues
   • Details: Hear from leading authors, journalists, and thinkers in panels and conversations throughout the city.

These events provide a well-rounded look at Sydney’s offerings in May and capture the cultural diversity and vibrancy of Sydney throughout 2025, with a blend of concerts, art, community events, and festivals.
For more events and details, you can explore the sites below.

Want more What’s On details?

1. • Sydney Expert for a variety of cultural events, concerts, and performances.
   • Songkick for detailed listings of concerts and music performances.
   • Time Out for information on art exhibitions, markets, and festivals.
   • New Idea for events such as candlelight concerts and other entertainment options.
   • All Events for a wide range of events including expos, workshops, and parties.
   • Sydney.com for a comprehensive overview of activities and attractions in Sydney.
   • Sydney Point for information on the Sydney Science Festival and other educational events.
   • Ellaslist for upcoming musicals and theatre productions.
   • Headout for a summary of major events and festivals.
   • Humantix for Eclectic, Community and Cultural events.
   • Sydney Symphony Orchestra for Information about their performances.
   • Dance Life for movement inspired cultural events.

These sources provide a comprehensive view of what to expect in Sydney throughout May 2025. The eclectic mix of events ensures there is something for everyone in Sydney in 2025.

Whether you’re into music, fashion, food, or art, the city’s vibrant scene has you covered.