Events calendar

2 May

Discover Macquarie Lighthouse Tour

To celebrate the Australian Heritage Festival, Macquarie Lightstation will open its doors to the public for an exclusive guided tour.

Macquarie Lightstation, Vaucluse

11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm

3 May

Coastrek Sydney 2024

Australia’s most iconic hiking challenge is returning to Sydney's spectacular Northern Beaches! Walk 50km, 30km or the Twilight 20km to support the Heart Foundation.

North Head Sanctuary

6am

4 May

Island Highlights Tour (all-ages)

Want a crash course in Cockatoo Island's history? This guided tour charts the island's transformation and different uses across time.

Cockatoo Island

11am to 12pm

4 May

Convict Prison Tour (all-ages)

During this tour, our guide will lead you through the turbulent history of the island's former penal establishment.

Cockatoo Island

1:30pm to 2:30pm

4 May

Ghost Tour (18+)

As you search for ghosts and explore historic buildings rarely open to the public, our guide will share hair-raising paranormal stories.

Cockatoo Island

9pm to 11pm

5 May

Defence of Sydney Tour (all-ages)

The Defence of Sydney Tour is an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the men and women who served at North Fort.

North Head Sanctuary, Manly

10:30am, 11:30am, 1pm and 2pm

5 May

Tunnels & Gunners Tour (all-ages)

Our knowledgeable volunteer guide will lead you through 2 sets of demilitarised forts, including tunnels normally off limits to the public.

Georges Heights, Headland Park

10:45am to 12:15pm

5 May

Historic Dockyard Tour

Journey through 134 years of maritime history at Cockatoo Island and discover key landmarks from the former dockyard.

Cockatoo Island

11am to 12pm

11 & 12 May

Mother’s Day at Gunners’ Barracks

Visit Gunner’s Barracks for high tea, this Mother’s Day. Enjoy a selection of freshly baked scones with cream and preserve, finely cut sandwiches, savoury pastries and delectable petit cakes created on site by their highly skilled team of chef’s.

Georges Heights, Mosman

8am until close