ART and About Sydney
A free public art festival that transforms Sydney city into a giant outdoor gallery
- Dates
- 23 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026
- Location
- Oxford Street & Taylor Square, Darlinghurst
Art & About Sydney is a free public art festival held annually in October in Sydney CBD and major parks. Streets, buildings, and parks become giant canvases, showcasing installations, projection art, and interactive artworks. Unexpected art encounters on your commute add a special touch to everyday life.
Highlights
- • Completely free
- • Outdoor installation art
- • Projection art
- • Interactive artworks
- • Found throughout the city
Visitor tips
- • Many artworks are around Martin Place and Hyde Park.
- • It's recommended to see the projection artworks in the evening.
- • There's joy in discovering art unexpectedly while walking around the city.
Official site: www.cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au/art-and-about
This edition has ended. Next dates are TBA until officially announced.
Date source: www.sydneytimes.net.au/sydney-life/new-chapter-for-oxford-street-begins-with-a-weekend-of-culture-and-creativity/
Dates last verified: 2026-10-10
Prices, bookings and dates can change — check the official site before you go.