What's on calendar

Select Fri and Sat nights

Dark Past Tour (all-ages)

As you visit iconic landmarks and buildings from different eras, our guide will blend history with mystery to captivate your imagination.

Cockatoo Island

Times vary

Tues, Wed, Fri, Sat & Sun

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

Times vary

Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat

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

Times vary

29 March

Sunset Sessions with Leroy Macqueen & Magic Nic

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Leroy Macqueen and Magic Nic.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 7pm

1 April

Steam crane demonstration

Travel to the era when steam power ruled and see one of Cockatoo Island’s ‘Iron Giants’ in action!

Cockatoo Island

10:30am to 1:30pm

5 April

Sunset Sessions with Annie Hamilton & Lisa Caruso

Spend your afternoon in the heart of Sydney Harbour at Cockatoo Island listening to emerging artists, Annie Hamilton and Lisa Caruso.

Cockatoo Island

4pm to 7pm

12 April

Heritage Tours of Cockatoo Island’s Powerhouse

Usually off limits to the public, Cockatoo Island’s Powerhouse will be opening it's doors to the public for Sydney Open.

Cockatoo Island

10am to 4:15pm

16 April

Storytime Special with Jan Andrews: Pidge's Poppies

Special guest, Jan Andrews, will introduce families to her novel, Pidge's Poppies, and run an engaging workshop for the children in attendance.

Cockatoo Island

10:30am

4 May

Cockatoo Island Open Day

For one day only, Cockatoo Island will come alive as we celebrate the Australian Heritage Festival 2025 and offer a range of free and paid activities to excite families!

Cockatoo Island

10:30am to 3:30pm