What's On

To make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening in Sydney, we've wrapped up everything that you need to know right here.

This year, Vivid Sydney will run from Friday 23 May to Saturday 14 June, with the theme of "dream" running through the artworks, parties, feasts, pop-ups and more.

Every foodie knows that Singapore is a culinary epicentre—thanks to its innovative restaurants, award-winning bars, and hawker centres boasting Michelin awards. But beyond the usual food haunts, there’s a bucket list-worthy gastronomic experience you’ll want to get familiar with—supper clubs!

We’ve found a stack of elite Singapore stayover deals to kick-start your 2025. 

Embracing the essence of Euro summer, we’ve partnered with the grazing board gurus at Sandhurst to add a dose of la dolce vita to your arvo plans this month.

Hint, it involves free entry, and we're here for that to send them off.

Swisse has unveiled its very own ice cream truck, the Swisse Whip, which will be handing out free ice creams around Melbourne.

To celebrate tall things Aperol (and the la dolce vita that comes with it), Subiaco will once again transform into a Euro-inspired playground with the return of Subi Spritz, the 10-day festival bringing spritz-fuelled fun to Subi. 

As the action revs up on the track, we'll show you how to ace the off-track scene

Expect a three-course meal, inventive minty cocktails, wine and conversation cards to get to know your new mates.

It’s the most colourful event on Sydney’s cultural calendar—here's what's on for Mardi Gras 2025.

There’s a reason Jackalope on the Mornington Peninsula is on everyone’s bucket list: from its stunning grounds to unique architectural design, moody black colour palette or funky bar and restaurant, the hotel is the very definition of a luxury stay.

FISHER's Out 2 Lunch Festival with Vodafone is back, and we have the insider scoop on how to grab up presale tickets. 

As part of their epic 2025 program, the GOMA team are turning the gallery into an enourmous indoor stream. 

Summer might be coming to a close, but there’s no need to go thirsty.

Uncover over 25,000 years of history without leaving the Perth CBD at Spinifex People: Art and Stories from Pila Nguru, showing at WA Museum.

Roll up, roll up—but leave the kids at home for this adults-only cabaret in Perth. 

From saucy salsa lessons to divine degustations, here are the best things to do this Valentine's Day in Perth if you're really keen to impress someone.

It’s time to get down and dirty, because brat weekend is finally here. Okay, technically it's Laneway weekend, but really it’s Charli XCX’s world and we’re all just living it. We know Charli will be hungry for a feed after her set, so here’s all the brattiest food around Perth we’d recommend to her.

We’re calling it a touchdown. Further cementing Melbourne as Australia’s sporting capital, next year we’re going to be able to catch live NFL games. Yep, American football—the National Football League—a la Travis Kelce is coming to us live.

Many of us start the year with ambitions to do better; it's the perfect opportunity for a reset. But this year, we're moving away from resolutions to realistic, sustainable, long-term changes. 

Step into the Year of the Snake, a time for wisdom, transformation and new beginnings - the exact inspiration we need as we delve our way into 2025.

Here's what's open on the 27 January public holiday in Brisbane. 

We'll show you how to ace the off-court scene by serving up Melbourne's best during the Australian Open

In a monumental celebration of contemporary art, NGV International is hosting the largest-ever retrospective of iconic Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Featuring over 180 works, this expansive exhibition spans Kusama’s extraordinary eight-decade career, making it a global first and an unmissable event.

The world’s most beloved ballet has come back to life just in time for the silly season.

Find out how to score a trip to Italy, valued at $8K.

A four-day feast with some of the country’s best winemakers and chefs is pouring, playing, popping and cooking its way into our cals this November. 

Calling all Bluey fans—the highly-anticipated Bluey’s World has finally opened its doors in Bluey’s hometown of Brisbane.

Discover the top summer festivals in Queensland, from music and food festivals to cultural celebrations. Find out where to go, what to do, and how to experience the best of Queensland’s summer festivals.

Perth’s iconic ART BALL returns this November, and it’s safe to say—she’s glowing.

Ahead of the highly anticipated drop of Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten, we spoke to Otten about her new series and the intimate dinner she's hosting to celebrate. 

Grab your camera team, because Sony Scene Festival just made a massive return to Australian shores. They've lined up over 120 events from a crew of Sony digital imaging ambassadors and industry experts, bringing the creative events platform to the masses.

Snacks begin with a refreshing hit of Sydney Rock Oysters, drenched with Roku Gin and tonic granita.

Plus, win an adventurous Aussie holiday worth up to $3.5K.

If you haven't ventured into the world of dry aged meat, you're missing out on one of the culinary world's best-kept secrets. 

Whip out the spreadsheet and make sure your passport’s valid, because Singapore Airlines is offering up flight deals to a heap of destinations for its Early Bird Fares sale. 

Brisbane and SE Queensland is set to get a serious glow-up, with a whole bunch of incredible projects in the pipeline. 

We’ve found the ultimate foodie festival for you to hit up this spring

What if we told you that you could fulfill that pipe dream of being a homeowner without cutting back on your smashed avo? 

Thought 2024 couldn’t get any more culture-infused? This month, Logan Art Gallery and Art Gallery of New South Wales have come together to fill our schedules with a Queensland-exclusive exhibition of Brett Whiteley: Inside the Studio—and entry is totally free. 

Experience Brisbane’s ultimate bottomless feasts this winter with stunning alfresco dining options. 

Thirsty Thursdays just got a whole lot tastier with a slew of freaking delicious cocktails on offer this month—even better, we’ve got the inside scoop on how you can score a tipple on the house.

As wedding season approaches, the search for the perfect venue heats up. On the Gold Coast, two venues are making waves: The Bower Estate and the newly launched Kwila Lodge.

Calling all snow homies, holiday heroes, music-mad, and just plain festy frothers—epic destination festival, Snow Machine is next week. And. You. Don’t. Want. To. Miss. Out. 

Rev up your party engines people, Singapore GP has just announced the entertainment line-up that will add to the festive vibes at the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2024.

If you decided that 2024 is the year you prioritise study or have been thinking about making a career change–it isn’t too late to turn those aspirations into a reality.

To help you get out there in the colder months, we teamed up with Kathmandu to uncover a fresh slew of outdoor activities that'll fend off the frost. 

The humble south-eastern suburb of Dingley Village will soon be home to a state-of-the-art wave park. The project, pending State Government approval, has since been given the green light after a five-year wait when it was initially pitched in 2019.

The temp might be dropping but your social calendar needn’t take a hit, with HOTA serving up some truly epic events well worth braving the cold for. 

Forget what you know about the Southern Lights. Aurora Australis? Please…we have something much more exciting for you! Come Queen’s Birthday weekend, Queenstown’s waterfront is set to transform into a magical forest wonderland, lit up with interactive light sculptures and illuminated art installations.

Get familiar with KICRUN, an eight-week, uber inclusive run club from Kic founders, Laura Henshaw and Steph Claire Smith and the legends at New Balance.

Whether you’re planning a chic retreat with your bestie or a swoon-worthy rendezvous with your someone special, The Westin Perth is your go-to destination for the ultimate staycation this season. 

Summer may have come to an end but there’s still plenty of fun, thrills and adventures to be had here in Australia’s unofficial theme park capital. 

Whether you’re the kind of couple to enjoy the finer things in life or looking to make it a double date, we’ve curated a few date ideas guaranteed to impress—with some help from The Star.

Fire up the group chat, here’s your action-packed hit list of everything you need to do at The Star.

Australian Fashion Week presented by Pandora will descend upon Carriageworks again this May. Designers on show in 2024 include P.E Nation, Romance Was Born, Anna Quan, Blanca. Here's how to get your tickets now. 

We asked our crew to share their top sun safe things to do this summer, from outdoor films to art galleries.

Nestled along the stunning Kirra Beachfront, Native State is the Gold Coast’s premier bathhouse destination offering steam and soak experiences that are guaranteed to have you feeling in a state of zen. 

Attention all summer beach lovers, The Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle Series returns for a massive 11th season in 2024 ready to delight and inspire with stunning agility, skill and team spirit.

Whip out the calendars and mark down 20 January, limited edition Messina ice cream will be popping up in Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne.

Hanging out for a dip? This summer Brisbane City Council is discounting general entry fees to only $2 for all 22 council pools.

As we brace ourselves for a scorcher of a summer, nothing seems more enticing than a refreshing dip in the pool. 

This year we’re skipping the frenzy to complete our Christmas shopping and instead opting for a one stop shop of feasting and celebrating at Marrickville Metro. 

The Star Gold Coast have a smorgasbord of exclusive events and dinners to book for even your pickiest mates.

With Sydney’s balmy summer evenings and many a night of revelry on the horizon, it’s time to clear your calendar and line up some dancing, dining and drinking after dark at The Star. Here’s our top picks from The Star’s extensive summer line up of events guaranteed to put a smile on your dial. 

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

It's perplexing to consider the whopping 530 million containers that end up in landfill in our sunny state alone each year—fortunately the superheroes at Containers for Change are bravely fighting the fill, encouraging small local businesses to get creative and actively protect our precious planet. 

Trend-conscious shoppers, take note. Global footwear legend FitFlop is making its debut down under with two bangin’ brand new openings around the Gold Coast this month serving up textured sneakers, sleek sandals and bold colour hits to level up your summer wardrobe.

Book a chair at the exclusive pop-up event where stylists are ready to bring your Pinterest mood boards a reality.

To ensure you don’t miss even a second of bartender Christmas, this is your go-to roundup of venues to hit during Negroni Week.

From the finest Japanese sashimi to seafood feasts that will live rent-free in your mind forever, book a table at these unmissable RWS restaurants. 

You really only do live once.

You'll love these kid-friendly experiences, too. 

This year, the theme is Be Brave. Make Change — a challenge for non-Indigenous Australians to really tackle the unfinished business of reconciliation across Australia. 

Ever wondered what Australia's longest-running food festival looks like? Tasting Australia has wrapped for 2023, and this year saw a record 1.5 million guests visit the festival over ten days with more than 150 events. 

From scenic flights to night kayaking, luxe harbour cruises, haunted ghost tours, and more. 

A hub for arts and culture, Nelson isn’t short on delicious cafes, eateries and breweries either.

See Whats On In Your State This Summer

The sartorial event of the year is looming, PayPal’s Melbourne Fashion Festival 2023 is back this march with a nine-day program that'll take over Melbourne (Narrm) from Friday 3 to Saturday 11 March. 

There’s no shortage of inspo for whipping up a feast to feed your nearest and dearest during Lunar New Year. But if you’re keen on some ideas to get you started, we’ve linked up with Oriental Merchants to pull together seven easy and delicious recipes to make at home.

At the core of all good family feasts are good ingredients. Inspired by the experts in fresh and easy and authentic Asian, Asian Inspirations, we spoke to four Australian creatives about what LNY means to them and asked them what their favourite dish is to eat at home during the festivities. 

Summer in Sydney is looking the goods. After a successful traffic-stopping inaugural festival in January of this year, it's just been announced ELEVATE Sydney will be returning next month to celebrate summer and the new year. 

You asked, we delivered.

Festivals are back, and to help you make the most of the season, we've rounded up the best of the best you don't want to miss. 

From historic sporting events to WorldPride and epic festivals, these are the awesome events you need to add to your 2023 hit list. 

Whether you're a culture seeker or a thrill junkie, the city of Brisbane has it all for you. 

From way up in the canopy to underwater with the fish, there's something for everyone at RWS.

Saturday, October 15 is National Mushroom Day, reminding us to pay homage to the mighty mushrooms in our lives. Whether you’re a mushroom farmer, cafe owner, or simply a humble mushy admirer, Saturday is the day to shout your love of mushrooms to the rooftops and celebrate everything about them—from their mind-boggling health benefits to that unparalleled taste.

We’re a tiny bit (read: a lot) obsessed with the work of Tom Gould. Born in Aotearoa and based in New York, the director-slash-photographer has won the world over with his emotive visual storytelling. 

We share tips on how to implement achievable goals, ahead of Reason Season with Rob and Lachlan from Funny Business. 

Join us for Reason Season to craft healthy daily habits and routines.

Join us for a four-week course to help you establish healthy habits and improve your overall wellness. 

Enter the SBS Emerging Writers' Competition and you could win $5,000.

With a program loaded with free and ticketed events to appeal to folks young and old, art-savvy culture vultures and first-timers alike will find something here to light up their life. There are local, national and international artists involved, and the cosy Base Camp, Illuminate’s winter village, where you can eat, drink, chill and skate to your heart’s content. While the bustling line-up promises to intrigue and dazzle, we’ve picked a few shining stars out of the bunch to get you pumped. 

Never wait for a 'tini again. 

Win One Of Four Epic Snow PartiesThanks To Canadian Club

adidas is inviting runners of all levels to crush the kilometres to help end plastic waste in our oceans. 

Run, don't walk to ASICS' massive, mid-year sale.

A multi-sensory labyrinth of unique holes inspired by a slew of 80s and 90s throwbacks and nostalgic, beloved childhood memories, Holey Moley is essentially the wildest mini golf you’ve ever played.

Whether you’re feeling a bit cash-strapped in the lead up to payday or just love a freebie, Wellington has oodles of fun-tastic things to do that are absolutely, positively free.

The connoisseurs of bowling entertainment Strike, have partnered with Furphy and legendary artist Steen Jones to bring you the ‘High Roller’ experience for those who like to roll in style.

If your ideal night out involves a margarita in hand, we’ve got news for you.

The award-winning musical has captivated Australian audiences but now the production will be drawing the curtains closed on Sunday, 27 February 2022—which means there's still plenty of time to nab your tickets. 

Nothing spreads festive cheer quite like free beer. 

It’s time to splurge on popcorn buckets as big as your head, frozen cokes and choc-tops because 20th Century Studios' newest historical drama, The Last Duel is the big-screen experience of your dreams

Around this time each year, the non-for-profit Polished Man campaigns for a world where no child experiences violence, and if you’ve ever thought about getting involved, 2021 is the year to do so. It starts by painting a nail.

Nine of Hobart's best bars will be playing host to nine exceptional Tasmanian winemakers as they bring their cellar doors to the city for the Urban Wine Walk.

Isol-Aid Homegrown is a collaboration providing creative and financial support to emerging acts across Australia and New Zealand.

Nine of Adelaide's best bars are picking up their shakers to whip up a signature cocktail for you to sip through on a self-guided cocktail trail.

Amazing news: The Festival Of The Stone is back in Byron Bay on 5 June 2021 and heads up, tickets will sell out real quick.

With winter fast approaching, isn't it time you treated yourself to a frosty getaway? If you're nodding your head, you'll want to make a beeline for Sydney stat, with boujee-but-awesome private igloo bars hitting the city. 

It’s time to take a big ol’ geeze into the evening sky, because this evening, a pink supermoon will be the star of the show.

Yotam Ottolenghi, author, chef, restaurateur and the friendly father of the global culinary scene, has announced new dates for his live Australian tour.

If recent events have taught us anything, it’s that the art of entertaining at home is not to be underestimated. And now that epic nights in are the new norm, there’s no better time to get your house in order to ensure your next shindig is your best one yet. 

There are more than 100 to choose from. 

Featuring a tonne of Perth’s favourite food trucks. 

“I wish I didn’t get organised with my Christmas shopping!” said no one, ever.

If there’s one thing synonymous with summer in Australia, it’s festivals. And boy, is there an absolute cracker going down on Saturday 19 December. To celebrate its arrival onto Australian shores, Smirnoff Seltzer is now calling all festival lovers to join in for the hottest afternoon of the summer with the Smirnoff Seltzer Party Yard.

Pull out your finest plasticware and throw down a rug, these are Australia’s best picnic spots.