We’ve seen some serious highs and lows this week, with enough downpour to drown our souls (and totally write off our fave kicks), the occasional 'gram-worthy rainbow because the skies simply can’t make up their damn mind and a royal baby announcement on our very own home turf.
As for the glorious weekend, we have an epic line up of goodness for you. Strap in and prepare yourselves for a lively and oh-so-fashionable street festival, an eight-course pasta feast, plenty of bubbles and the beginning of our favourite exhibition along the coast.
Diaries at the ready, this is everything you should be doing this weekend in Sydney.
All Weekend
Night Noodle Markets
This weekend marks the last few days of all the scoffing and slurping that’s been happening down at Hyde Park. If you haven’t made it to this glorious food fest yet, you need to go, like, now. The grub oasis that is Good Food’s Night Noodle Markets is chockablock full of Asian inspired doughnuts, spicy noodles and delicious tipples. In terms of what you should be eating, head here.
When: Thursday 18 October – Sunday 21 October Where: Hyde Park, Sydney CBD Cost: Free
Sculpture by The Sea
Our favourite coastal exhibition is kicking off this weekend, and you’re going to want to get your finest joggers on and your grams at the ready. The opening ceremony extravaganza will be held on Friday evening with Aboriginal rock engravings of a whale shark on Bondi headland being illuminated by fire from 7pm (yep, that’s pretty lit) and the awesome artworks will be sticking around for a stunning three weeks. Jog on folks, it’s the 22nd year of this baby and we have a feeling it’s going to be a pearler. For more info, head here.
When: Thursday 18 October until Sunday 4 November Where: Bondi to Tamarama Coastal Walk Cost: Free
A Celebration of Pasta
Eight pasta dishes. One sitting. These guys don’t mess around and we’re into it. Capriccio Restaurant is serving up a heap of pasta with specialities from Italy’s North to its deep South. Think tagliatelle, squid ink spaghetti, nettle gnocchi and pumpkin ravioli. Match this deliciousness with a glass of regional Italian wine or a cocktail of your choice. You’re welcome. To see the menu or to book a table, click here.
When: Fridays to Sundays, 12pm-10pm Where: Capriccio, Leichhardt Cost: $49 per person
Dead Studios Warehouse Sale
Dead Studios are having an epic warehouse sale over four glorious days and you’re invited to get around their awesome samples and past season stock. You’ve seen these minimalist and oh-so-trendy pieces on the Iconic, at General Pants, Stylerunner and of course on Queen Kylie Jenner, and now they’ve got to make room for their Summer pieces so everything must go. For more info, head here.
When: Thursday 18 October until Sunday 21 October, 10-5:30pm Where: Rosebery
Sunrise yoga at Sydney Opera House
Salute the sun on the Sydney Opera House’s world-famous steps, now that’s a pretty cool way to kick of the weekend. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, this class caters to everyone so get stretching team. For tickets, head here.
When: Friday at 7am or Saturday at 7:30am and 9am (classes are 60 minutes) Where: Sydney Opera House Cost: $25 per person
Thursday 18 October
Champagne Dinner at the Sofitel
Who’s feeling like getting their fancy pants on with some serious bubbly this Thursday? Silly question. The Atelier at the Sofitel is hosting an indulgent four-course dinner matched with handpicked cuvees. The menu is designed by executive chef, Eric Costille to compliment the chardonnay grapes from champagne house, Perrier-Jouet. Get cheers’ing by booking here.
When: Thursday 18 October, 7 – 9pm Where: Champagne Bar at the Sofitel, Darling Harbour Cost: $275 per person
Hive Baha Comedy Night
Ersko’s Hive Bar will be bringing us all the LOL’s this Thursday with some awesome Aussie comedians whipping out their new material. Get ready to laugh yourself silly and stuff yourselves with cheeseburgers for just six buckaroos and awesome drink specials. On the down low, there may just be a drop-in act as well. For more info, or for tickets head here.
When: Thursday 11 October, 8 – 10pm Where: Hive Bar, Erskineville Cost: $5 per person
Friday 19 October
The Q Station Sleepover
The spookiest of spooky sleepovers is back and it’s more darn freaky than ever. This one isn’t for the faint-hearted, it’s called the Spirit Searching Sleepover and it’s all about investigating all the paranormal mysteries of Q Station. Huddled within Quarantine’s hospital precinct, this lonely, haunted spot seems the ultimate place for a pyjama party! For more info, head here.
When: Friday 19 October, 10pm – 8am Where: Quarantine Station Ghost Tours, Manly Cost: $155 per person
Saturday 20 October
Bottomless Brunch on Sydney Harbour
Don your finest white attire and get ready to set sail on Sydney Harbour with this ultra fab champagne brunch. There will be 2.5 hours of flowing bubbly, mega stunning views of the harbour, live entertainment and a delicious brunch on the water with old and new friends. There will be an after party on a secret rooftop Woolloomooloo venue for those wanting to keep on grooving. To book your tickets, head here.
When: Saturday 20 October, 11-2pm Where: Sydney Harbour (pick up from Woolloomooloo Wharf) Cost: $175 per person
William Street Festival
It’s a street well known for its next level boutiques, funky bars and eateries and this weekend, William Street will be closed-off for a fun-filled day of festivities. We’re talking awesome chow, shopping and live entertainment all day long and an Open-Air Cinema in the evening. For more information, click here.
When: Saturday 20 October, from 11:30-10pm Where: William Street, Paddington Cost: Free
Unlimited dumpling feast at Barangaroo
A weekend wouldn’t be complete without some sort of all-you-can-eat situation, and this just happens to be a damn good one. Thanks to the legends at Old Town Hong Kong for providing some seriously juicy morsels and some equally delicious surroundings this weekend. We’re talking alllllll the prawn dumplings and BBQ pork buns for a glorious 90-minute feast. That’s one helluva bun workout but someone’s gotta do it. Head over here for more info on this strenuous exercise regime.
When: Saturday 20 October, 12:30-2pm and 5:30-7pm Where: Old Town Hong Kong, Barangaroo Cost: $28 - $45 per person
Powerbomb Comedy Festival
This weekend boasts an epic lineup of funny guys and gals at Powerbomb after a packed out show last Saturday. With three shows boasting three hilarious award-winning comedians, you’re bound to have a good ole’ laff. To book tickets, chuckle your way over here.
When: Saturdays in October, 6-10:30pm Where: Powerbomb Comedy, Glebe Cost: Tickets from $15 per person
Sunday 21 October
Wellness Walk for Mental Health Month
More than 1,500 Sydneysiders are stepping out this weekend to help bridge the gap between stigma and understanding of mental health in this epic walk. There are two separate routes that start and finish at Government House, one fit for the Cathy Freeman’s of the world as well as one for those who aren’t total fitness fanatics, this one is all about the cause. There will be warm-up activities with former NRL player Dan Hunt, entertainment and of course, a sausage sizzle. To register, jog on over here.
When: Sunday 21 October, walk starts at 9am Where: Government House Cost: Concession $25, Adult $30
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