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    Biennale of Sydney

    Asia-Pacific's largest contemporary art festival, held every two years, free admission

    Dates
    Dates TBAUsually held in Mar. Check the official site.
    Location
    Art Gallery of NSW, MCA, White Bay Power Station, etc.

    The Biennale of Sydney, which began in 1973, is the largest contemporary art festival in the Asia-Pacific region. Held every two years from March to June for approximately three months, it offers free viewing of installations, videos, and performances by contemporary artists from around the world at various Sydney locations, including the Art Gallery of NSW, MCA, Cockatoo Island, and White Bay Power Station. The Art After Dark evening event is also popular.

    Highlights

    • • Free admission
    • • World-class contemporary art
    • • Various exhibition venues
    • • Art After Dark evening event
    • • Guided tours available

    Visitor tips

    • • Held every two years, so check the year (even years)
    • • The large-scale installations at White Bay Power Station are particularly impressive.
    • • Art After Dark on Friday evenings also features music and food.

    Official site: www.biennaleofsydney.art

    Prices, bookings and dates can change — check the official site before you go.