This weekend, Sydney’s market game is stronger than ever (you need to pay attention to the insane sneaker drive bearing free donuts). You’ll also want to stay tuned for a foam fest, prosecco shower and a glorious cat cinema.
Here are 13 things to do in Sydney this weekend.
All Weekend
GLUE STORE WAREHOUSE SALE
These legends are bringing us the warehouse sale of our dreams. With all their major brands like Stussy, Nike, Adidas and Ivy Park, there’s no way we’re missing this. We suggest you head in at the start to find some dope threads. Jump over here for more details.
When: Thursday 13 December, 9-9pm and Friday 14 through to Sunday 16 December, 9-5pm Where: COMMUNE, Waterloo
CHARITY SNEAKER DRIVE
Come on, we all have a closet full of old kicks that we aren’t ever going back too. So now’s the time to give them another home. Plus, for dropping off your old sneakers, you’ll get some special rewards back. On December 13, if you get rid of your shoes, you can grab a free cinnamon donut from the kings at Butter. But on Friday 14, you’ll get a free milk foam tea from Gong Cha. Head here for more.
When: Thursday 13 December and Friday 14 December, 12-3pm Where: Steam Mill Lane, Haymarket
MESSINA EATS: HOY PINOY
When our fave gelato scoopers head over to a savoury restaurant and create collabs that make our hearts stop we’re all in. This time, our buds are heading to Hoy Pinoy, a Filipino BBQ joint. Bringing us the best pork belly and chicken dishes we could only dream of. For more information, head here.
When: Friday 14 and Saturday 15 December, 12-9pm Where: Gelato Messina HQ, Rosebery Cost: Free
5K FOAM FEST
Basically, the biggest bubble bath is back. Run your way through over 20 obstacles from mud pits to foam, to get to the finish line and be sprayed soapy clean. This is the best way for team bonding to come alive, so hit up your workmates and do your part for the Make A Wish foundation. For your tickets, click here.
When: Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 December, 8-5pm Where: Sydney International Equestrian Centre, Horsley Park Cost: $67.25 - $92.80 per person
PROSECCO PICNIC
With two hours of bottomless bubbly and a grazing menu, we’re all in. with chicken parfait, pork and veal sausage rolls and a cheese plate to make you salivate, this is the place to be this weekend. To book, check this out.
When: Friday 14 December to Sunday 16 December, 12-5:30pm Where: The Winery, Surry Hills Cost: $79 per person
Thursday 13 December
CAKE DECORATING MASTERCLASS
This is the perfect opportunity for you to master those cake making skills and be the envy of all the relatives at your Christmas party. You’ll learn all the tips and tricks on how to bake the perfect, crumbly dessert. These guys do this workshop every month with a different theme, and by no surprise, you’ll be heading to a festive class. Creating a red velvet cake to die for, you better book your spots now.
When: Thursday 13 December, 6:30-8:30pm Where: The Grounds of Alexandria, Alexandria Cost: $140 per person
CHRISTMAS FARE
This one requires you to give a gold coin for entry and once you’re in, you’ll see a heap of food, booze and live entertainment. With a pop-up boutique bar and gourmet food vendors, this place has got us hooked.
When: Thursday 13 December, 4-9pm Where: Hyde Park Barracks, Sydney Cost: Gold coin donation
Friday 14 December
CAT CINEMA: COCO
Kitty lovers – if you haven’t been to this haven yet, we’re disappointed. But not to fret, our feline friends are nuzzling up against us during an epic flick this week. The Disney pick Coco, is beautiful enough to tug on any heart strings, so we suggest reserving your tickets now.
When: Friday 14 December, 6:20pm Where: Catmosphere, Surry Hills Cost: $38.50 per person
GLEBE ARTISANS CHRISTMAS MARKET
It’s crunch time now, so you’ll need to rack your brains for all the gift ideas you’ve left till the last second. This place has got you covered with tonnes of artisan produce for you to stroll through each stall and find the perfect present for that special someone.
When: Saturday 15 December, 10-3pm Where: Corner of Bridge & Glebe Point Rd
Saturday 15 December
Club Aperol
Club Aperol is hitting our beloved summer establishment - Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel. The perfect location for a summer soirée, you can bliss out in the sunlight while sipping on a crisp Aperol Spritz (or two) and watching the Australian Open on the big screen. There’ll be loads of awesome giveaways and tasty Italian morsels; expect local buffalo mozzarella and plenty of prosciutto (*drools*).
When: Until December 31 Where: Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel Cost: Free entry
SPECIAL XMAS MARKET
For all those old-school vintage lovers, this is the place to get them the best gift they could ever imagine. With fashion, antiques, books and vinyls, you’ll want to check this out immediately.
When: Saturday 15 December, 7-4pm Where: Shannon Reserve, Surry Hills
Sunday 16 December
DOGGY PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Bring down your fur-babies to Vic on the Park Hotel this Sunday for their very own Santa pic. We’re heading down for some pats and to see the cutest furry friends ever. Maggie’s Rescue will be accepting donations all day, so you know this is a good cause for some cuddles.
When: Sunday 16 December, 3-6pm Where: Vic on the Park Hotel, Marrickville Cost: Free
HIGH TEA AT HIGHLINE
To feel classy and still keep your bank account in check, The Highline in Bankstown is giving us that exact opportunity. We’re talking high tea with mini tarts, finger sandwiches and bottomless teapots. Book your spot here.
When: Sunday 16 December, 11-4pm Where: The Highline, Bankstown Cost: $39 per person
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