WHAT'S ON IN SYDNEY THIS WEEKEND 🎃👻

Sydney, your weekend plans just got a little spookier! 👀 From Halloween street festivals and candlelit concerts to silent disco adventures and cultural celebrations, there's plenty happening around the city this weekend. The best part? There's something for every budget and every kind of weekend mood.

1. The Great Sydney Highland Fair 🥁🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

📍 Hawkesbury, Western Sydney
🗓 Saturday, 31 October
⏰ 12:00 pm- 9:00 pm
💰 $25 for adults 18+, $15 for under-18s/concessions

Fancy swapping the Sydney CBD for a little Scottish spirit?

The Great Sydney Highland Fair brings traditional Scottish culture to the Hawkesbury for a day packed with music, dancing, competitions and food. Expect powerful pipe bands, traditional Highland dancing, high-energy Highland games and the NSW State Quintet Championships.

It's a chance to experience a different side of Sydney's events scene while enjoying a lively day out beyond the city centre.

Whether you're a fan of Scottish culture or simply looking for something different to do this weekend, there's plenty to discover.

Our tip: Make a day trip of it! Check the travel options and event schedule beforehand so you can plan your visit around the performances and competitions you most want to see.

2. Viva Mexico: Day of the Dead Spectacular 💀🌺

📍 York Theatre, Seymour Centre
🗓 Saturday, 31 October
⏰ Market from 5 pm; show at 7:30 pm
💰 Check event listings for ticket prices

Forget the usual Halloween party. This celebration brings colour, music and Mexican culture to the forefront!

Viva Mexico celebrates Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, with an evening of traditional Mexican folkloric ballet, live mariachi music and an outdoor artisan market featuring food and handmade crafts.

Expect vibrant colours, lively performances and a festive atmosphere celebrating Mexican traditions and cultural heritage. It's a great opportunity to experience something beyond the usual Halloween festivities while discovering new food, music and art.

Our tip: Arrive early to explore the market, grab something delicious and soak up the atmosphere before the main performance begins. 🌮🎺

3. DISCO LOCO – Silent Disco Tour! 🪩🎧

📍 Customs House, Circular Quay
🗓 Saturday, 31 October
⏰ 6:30 pm
💰 Tickets from $30

Who says you need a nightclub to hit the dance floor?

DISCO LOCO is turning Sydney's streets into a roaming silent disco, where you'll put on wireless headphones and dance your way around the city. Expect upbeat tracks, interactive games, music trivia and flash-mob-style moves that'll have you embracing your inner dancing queen.

Whether you're planning a different kind of Halloween night out or just want an excuse to be silly with your mates, this experience promises plenty of laughs and unforgettable moments.

Our tip: Bring your most outgoing friend. You're going to need someone who isn't afraid to bust a move in public! 🕺

4. Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele 🕯️🎶

📍 St Stephen's Uniting Church, Sydney CBD
🗓 Saturday, 31 October
⏰ 8:30 pm
💰 Tickets from $51

Hello from the other side… of your usual Saturday night plans. 🎶

If you're after something a little more intimate, Candlelight's tribute to Adele offers a beautiful way to experience some of the singer's biggest hits. Performed by the Phoenix Collective string quartet, familiar favourites like Hello, Someone Like You and Rolling in the Deep are reimagined through live classical music.

Inside St Stephen's Uniting Church, thousands of glowing candles create a warm, atmospheric setting for a 65-minute performance that feels worlds away from the usual Sydney nightlife.

It's an ideal date-night idea, a special evening with friends or simply a chance to slow down and enjoy something different.

Our tip: Book ahead if you're planning to go, and arrive ready to switch off from the outside world for a little while. ✨

5. Ghost Festival at The Rocks 👻🎃

📍 The Rocks, Sydney CBD
🗓 Until Sunday, 1 November

⏰ 4:00pm-11:00pm
💰 Free entry

Sydney is getting spooky, and this is your last chance to experience the frightful fun!

The Ghost Festival is taking over the historic streets of The Rocks with giant Halloween installations, creepy characters and plenty of eerie surprises. Expect towering decorations, zombie street performers, themed outdoor bars and live entertainment around First Fleet Park.

With Halloween falling on Saturday, it's the perfect excuse to dress up, grab your friends and explore one of Sydney's most atmospheric precincts after dark. Keep your camera ready, because the spooky photo opportunities are everywhere!

Our tip: Make the most of the festival's final weekend before the Halloween decorations disappear for another year. 🎃

6. Sydney Open 2026 🏛️🔑

📍 Various locations across Sydney
🗓 Sunday, 1 November

⏰ 10am-5pm
💰 Ticket prices and building access vary

Ever wondered what Sydney's most fascinating buildings look like from the inside? Now's your chance to find out.

Sydney Open returns for one day, inviting visitors to explore more than 40 architectural spaces, from historic landmarks and heritage buildings to contemporary designs and impressive city towers.

Discover the stories behind Sydney's built environment, admire architectural details you might usually walk straight past and get a glimpse inside places that aren't normally open to the public.

Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a photography lover or simply curious about the city around you, Sydney Open offers a fresh perspective on familiar streets and hidden spaces.

Our tip: Check the official program before heading out, as individual buildings may have different opening times, access requirements and booking arrangements.

YOUR WEEKEND PLANS, SORTED. 💛

From spooky street celebrations to candlelit concerts and cultural festivals, Sydney has plenty of ways to make this weekend memorable.

Whether you're heading out with friends, planning a date or looking for a new experience, there's no reason to spend another weekend stuck at home scrolling for ideas.

Save this guide, send it to your weekend crew and start making plans!