What's on Sydney Harbour this weekend, this month and all year

All the big events are on Sydney Harbour!

Sydney loves to party and the Harbour is always the first choice for events from Australia Day to New Year's Eve. Fireworks, light shows, sailing races and made-for-TV spectaculars, plus all the very best cruises on Sydney Harbour to experience them all, are featured on our What's On Sydney Harbour calendar.

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    Sydney Harbour Cruise Specials

    Every Day is Magic on Sydney Harbour!

    Our Cruise & Dine Offers are designed to help you experience the magic - with special pricing on Sydney’s most loved lunch, high tea, and dinner cruises.

    Enjoy world-class views, freshly prepared cuisine, and the relaxed luxury of life on the water - all at irresistible value.

    Limited - Time Offers On Sale Now - Save up 34%

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    Vivid Sydney 2026

    22 May - 13 June 2026

    Experience the best way to see Vivid Sydney 2026 with a spectacular line-up of dining and sightseeing experiences.

    Selected cruises include viewing of Fireworks at Main Harbour or Darling Harbour

    On sale now
    From $35 per person

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    Whale Watching

    16 May - 01 November 2026

    Sydney is the envy of Australia with a whale watching season that lasts over five months of the year. Over 20,000 Humpback whales make the 3,500km journey from sub-Antarctic waters to the Great Barrier Reef every year.

    • Approx. 2.5 hour cruise
    • Expert commentary
    • Family friendly, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating
    • No Whales? Cruise again FREE. Whale sighting guaranteed or cruise again for free*

    From $79.00 per adult

    Normally $100.00. Save $21.00.

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    Sydney New Years Eve 2026

    Thursday, 31 December 2026

    Sydney leads the world on New Year’s Eve, not only because our time zone makes us the first major fireworks and laser display, but because it’s one of the world's best. And the best vantage point is from a Sydney NYE cruise.

    On Sale Now

  • The Jackson Chandon Harbour Long Lunch

    Soak up the sunshine aboard The Jackson and spend your Saturday cruising Sydney Harbour, Chandon Garden Spritz in hand - the perfect way to celebrate the weekend!

    • Up to 3.5-hours cruising stunning Sydney Harbour
    • Free-flowing Chandon Garden Spritz and Chandon NV & Young Henrys Beers on tap
    • Canapes on arrival plus sumptuous Long Lunch Menu
    • Live music to dance the day away!

    $189.00 per person

  • Veuve Clicquot in the Sun

    Enjoy sophisticated sun-soaked moments with Veuve champagne, Clicquot-inspired canapes, and a deluxe oyster bar while dancing the afternoon away with a top Sydney DJ… all onboard luxury superyacht.

    • 3.5 hour luxury Cruise onboard luxury superyacht-The Jackson
    • Two flutes of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label
    • Abundance of Veuve Clicquot-inspired canapes, Deluxe Oyster Station, Premium Cheese and Charcuterie Station and Gelato Cart
    • Top DJ bringing the vibes!

    $179.00 per person

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