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Even though there is no such thing as a bad season in Australia, September through November and March through May are considered the best times to visit New South Wales. You’ll find moderate crowds, mild sunny weather, and bright blue skies. Relaxing on the beach, participating in the Blackmores Sydney Running Marathon, or exploring numerous hiking trails are just a few options to choose from. Pack light layers and a jacket if you are planning a trip to New South Wales in winter. There are plenty of things to do from June to August, especially if you are a whale enthusiast or a movie addict. Summer in New South Wales can get intolerably hot, but luckily there is air conditioning everywhere. As a bonus, there are plenty of beaches and magnificent oceanside lap pools to help you cool off. Be sure to add the New Year's Fireworks in Sydney to your agenda, and treat yourself to this unforgettable event.

30 things to do in New South Wales

Sydney Royal Easter Show

April 11-22, 2025 Event

Watch how "city meets country" in Sydney

Flying Duck Orchid

September–January Nature

Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them

Mountain Pygmy Possum

November–February Nature

A rare kind of possum once considered an extinct species is now found in a decent population of some 2600 individuals, yet only within 10 km radius of Australia's highlands

Climbing Mount Kosciuszko

November–May Activity

Australia's top summit might be called the smallest largest mountain in the world, four times less than Everest

Macadamia

March–June Food

Taste the nut which is worth going nuts for

Scenic World Blue Mountains

all year round Activity

Have a great time in one of the most fabulous tourist attractions of New South Wales

Parkes Elvis Festival

January 8-12, 2025 Event

Experience one of the most significant tributes to Elvis in the world

Whale Watching in NSW

May–November Nature

Witness northern or southern migration of these majestic mammals from land or boat

Sydney New Year's Fireworks

December 31 Event

About one million people crowd to vantage points around the harbor for this dazzling pyrotechnics display

Sydney Rock Oyster

September–March Food

Are you ready to taste these fancy little bivalves with a glass of Champagne?

Pumpkin Season

March–August Food

Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Quince

March–July Food

One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!

Capsicum

December–May Food

This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

Boxing Day

December 26 Event

One of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ

Asparagus

September–November Food

In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)

March–May Food

These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Sydney Film Festival

June 5-16, 2024 Event

Tune yourself to be the first in Australia to see the most brilliant and inspiring premiers

Electric Gardens Festival

March 30–April 7, 2024 (March 30—Melbourne, March 31—Sydney, April 6-7—Perth) Event

Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth

Deni Ute Muster

October 4-5, 2024 Event

An Australian festival celebrating the car culture

City2Surf

August 11, 2024 Event

Join thousands of runners from central Sydney to a scenic beach

Byron Bay Bluesfest

March 28-April 1, 2024 Event

One of the leading contemporary blues and roots music festivals in Australia

Easter

March 29–April 1, 2024 Event

Easter Bilbies, shows, and festivals—there's something extraordinary about Easter celebrations in Australia

Festival of the Winds

September 10, 2024 Event

Great fun on one of Sydney's most famous beaches

Halloween in Sydney

October 26–November 2, 2024 Event

Get into the holiday spirit with magical cruises, houses of horrors, and a zombie walk

Sydney Mardi Gras

February 16–March 3, 2024 Event

Celebrate queer culture at the jaw dropping parade

Winter Magic Festival

June 21-23, 2024 Event

Celebrate winter solstice in the beautiful Blue Mountains

Chinese New Year in Sydney

February 10–25, 2024 Event

Celebrate the Year of the Ox with traditional food, fireworks, and festivities around the city

Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival

August 17–25, 2024 Event

Hanami season occurs at Auburn Botanic Gardens every August

Vivid Sydney

May 24–June 15, 2024 Event

An award-winning light festival and the best tourist event in Sydney

Manly Jazz

September 20–22, 2024 Event

Jazz on the beach and much more in northern Sydney

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