Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Sydney It’s Friday, October 3rd, 2025, and Sydney is absolutely buzzing right now. The sun is up, the spring air is warm but not boiling, and there’s a whiff of jacaranda blossoms floating on the breeze—truly a perfect intro to the long weekend.

Let’s get straight into the action If you’re in Sydney today, you’ve stumbled into a day jam-packed with energy. For music lovers, tonight the Northern Beaches will be jumping as indie darlings Silky Roads bring their high-voltage groove to Bombies in Freshwater, joined by dance-friendly trio Maver and alt-pop producer Miramar. Expect Daft Punk vibes, infectious hooks, and a sea of toe-tapping fans—this could be your last chance to see them in an intimate room before they go global, according to Bombies event buzz.

Over at Barangaroo, the brand-new Stargazer Cinema series continues. Pack your snacks and settle into the harborside grass for a free outdoor screening of Australian films curated by Winda Film Festival, amplified by live director intros and that unbeatable city skyline. The movie magic launches at 7pm, and yes, you can BYO but maybe leave the popcorn catapults at home, folks, we don’t want any seagull stampedes. According to Man of Many’s event lowdown, this is a not-to-miss storytelling treat.

Theatre lovers, get your gothic on—the Tony-nominated Addams Family Musical claws its way into TEATRO, delivering macabre laughs and toe-tapping numbers with a Sydney twist. Tickets are being snapped up faster than Uncle Fester at a lightbulb sale.

Looking for something to stir up your inner adventurer? Sydney Olympic Park is running their diving clinic and archery sessions—perfect if you fancy yourself the next Matildas striker or a modern-day Robin Hood. For littlies and families, inflatable fun is back in the Aquatic Centre, and the famous Brickpit Ring Walk guides you around a pond teeming with frog calls and big city history, as shared by the official Olympic Park guide.

Now, for the foodies and culture vultures The Mid-Autumn Moon Festival is starting to light up World Square, featuring lion dances, live cooking demos by celebrity chefs Vincent Lim and Brendan Pang, and enough mooncakes to power a small rocket to Mars. AGFG promises the festivities will be packed with colour, music, and tasty heritage fun—and best yet, it’s totally free.

In city news, Sydney is waving goodbye to the International Astronautical Congress today. Delegates from around the world have been swapping space stories all week, setting a sciencey tone you could cut with a telescopic lens. Public transport will be ramped up, especially with crowds heading to and from the conference venues, so trains and buses are moving like clockwork this Friday.

And listen up for a taste bud alert Surry Hills just welcomed a new late-night Japanese bakery that’s already trending among food bloggers for its matcha croissants and yuzu doughnuts. Meanwhile, rumor has it a classic Greek taverna is reopening near Darling Harbour, with a reimagined menu built around local seafood—watch this space for opening details.

If you want the ultimate Sydney day, here’s the Oly Bennet gold-medal lineup: kick things off with an Aboriginal Harbour Heritage Tour for a deeper dive into Gadigal culture and gorgeous views, swing by the Northside Produce Market for sourdough still warm from the oven, stroll across the iconic Harbour Bridge in the splendor of spring, get your adrenaline fix at Sydney Olympic Park with archery or Brickpit views, then wind down in the evening with funky tunes by Silky Roads or a free flick at Stargazer Cinema.

Local tip—Australians might call it “spring,” but right now is Sydney’s sweet spot for outdoor action: the UV isn’t yet nuclear, the beaches are sparkling, and the evenings are cool enough for a jacket but warm enough for rooftop cocktails with a view. Pro move: If...