Festivals and Series
2026
Utzon Music
Utzon Music 2026 celebrates the vibrant diversity of chamber music as it evolves across the centuries to the present day with a fascinating program that spans historically informed music to folk to electronica, improvisation and beyond.
On the Steps
On The Steps is one of the world’s most unique concert series, set on the stunning open-air forecourt of the globally iconic Sydney Harbour. Get ready for two weeks of shows from a range of first-class musical talent, all staged beside one of the most breathtaking views in the world. Visitor information and frequently asked questions about On The Steps events. Presented by Live Nation
Stand Up Summer
Australia’s sharpest and funniest voices take over the Opera House this summer, as a powerhouse lineup of comedians hit the stage from 3 – 15 February. The season kicks off with the riotous Stand Up Summer Gala, headlined by Celia Pacquola, before each comedian steps into the spotlight for their own stand-up show. Expect fresh perspectives, razor-sharp wit and laugh-out-loud sets from Denise Scott, Geraldine Hickey, Jenny Tian, Lizzy Hoo, Lou Wall, Mel Buttle and Zoë Coombs Marr.
Sydney Festival 2026
Sydney Festival returns with a city-wide celebration of culture, creativity, and curiosity. Dive into our 2026 program, packed with diverse storytellers, new Australian works, and the world’s best and most daring artists.
Our annual festivals
All About Women
All About Women is the Sydney Opera House’s centerpiece talks festival about gender, justice, and equality, held annually in the week of International Women’s Day.
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