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Forecourt

Experience stunning harbour views and outdoor performances at Forecourt, one of Sydney Opera House’s iconic venues. The Forecourt offers the largest capacity of any Opera House venue and has hosted a number of large-scale concerts including Florence and the Machine and Crowded House as well as welcoming international icons such as Oprah.

Venue information

Seating

The Forecourt has a standing capacity for up to 6000 general admission.

Accessibility

The Forecourt is wheelchair accessible.

Commercial hirers

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Information for staging a performance

Upcoming events

Loyle Carner

4 Dec 2025

Loyle Carner has announced his brand new album hopefully !, alongside a huge global tour. Loyle will make his anticipated return to Australia with a stop in Sydney this December.

  • Contemporary Music

Parcels

6 & 7 Dec 2025

Off the back of their huge Coachella 2025 performance, Parcels have today announced a homecoming tour featuring a show at the iconic Sydney Opera House Forecourt for the On The Steps series.

  • Contemporary Music

Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.