Things to do
with your gig buddy
* Gig Buddies staff do not attend any of the events below.
For staff hosted group events, go to our Whats On page
Suggestions of places to go and things to do with your gig buddy
Monthly Event Suggestions
Interactive Gig Guide
Welcome to Gig Buddies Sydney's interactive Gig Guide.
Please add your ideas for great places to go and things to do with friends or a gig buddy
* Gig Buddies staff do not attend any of the events below.
For staff hosted group events, go to our Whats On page
= accepts NSW Companion Card
= venue is accessible
= "gig" is $10 or under
Activity
Strange World , Immersive Escape Rooms
Strange World Escape Rooms, where storytelling, creativity, and adventure collide to deliver immersive and interactive experiences with a scary twist! Located in the heart of Darlinghurst, Sydney,
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Hey Caddy
Hey caddy putt putt courses features brightly coloured holes, amazing art and famous landmarks from across the globe, including the streets of New York City, the Great Wall of China and even Mars!
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Sport
Casual shooting basketball
Casual shooting is a chance for you to work on your basketball skills, meet new people or play a social game.
150 Belmore Rd North Riverwood NSW 2210
Cost $7 per person. Discounted visit passes are available.
Weekly availabilities are on socials.
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Sport
Pickleball Community Event
Pickleball Community Event
Combination of badminton, tennis and table tennis all in one
Every Wednesday, 9-10.30am
Morris Iemma Indoor Sports Centre
150 Belmore Rd North Riverwood NSW 2210
Contact Sandra on 0414 227 747
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Bankstown Men's Shed
A place where men (seniors) can meet up, share and learn new skills and enjoy each other’s company
Every Monday to Wednesday, 8am-2pm
Jim Ring Reserve, 110 Rodd St Birrong NSW 2143
Call Shed on 9738 1147 for fees.
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Minds At Play
FOSTERING COMMUNICATION AND SOCIAL INTERACTION THROUGH IMAGINATION AND PLAY.
Join one or more of our programs and embark on an exciting adventure with us!
Dungeons and Dragons
Minecraft
Mini Painting
Lego Fortnite
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Sport
Strike Holey Moley Castle Towers
iv been to the strike holey moley at castle hill castle towers before and its great they have bowling mini golf escape rooms karaoke parties and all that sort of thing if ur into those things then it'll be a great place to hang out or have fun
gig suggested by:
Kirstie Lee
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Art
Splatter Place
Splatter Paint Room is where you can unleash your inner child and let your creativity run wild. They believe that everyone is an artist, and our Splatter Painting experience allows you to express yourself without any rules or boundaries.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
La di Darts
Forget the sticky carpet at the sports bar. Instead, relax in your own private booth and play augmented darts complete with chaise lounges, feather boas, curated cocktails and some friendly competition - no matter how good you are at throwing a dart.
gig suggested by:
Holly R
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Sydney Bus Museum
Sydney Bus Museum is a not-for-profit transportation museum and education centre for public benefit located in the suburb of Leichhardt, in Sydney, Australia. The museum is open to the public on the first and third Sunday of each month.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Volunteering... with your gig buddy
A great way to meet people, get to know your buddy and contribute to the community is to volunteer... with your buddy!
Here's a few ideas to get you started; Park Run (Saturday mornings), Oz Harvest, Local Festivals (VIVID, SYDFEST), Salvos/Vinnies..
gig suggested by:
TG
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Dumaresq Street Cinema - Campbelltown
$9.50 Movies... All day... Every day... How good is this?!
Cheap snacks as well.
Access: Accessible entry through side courtyard. Sloping floor inside. No steps
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Sydney Bushwalks
See this stunning city from a different perspective and roam its glorious bushwalking tracks. More than just a good ol’ walk, bushwalking offers sights, smells and sounds you can’t get walking the day-to-day footpath.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Central Coast Bush Walks
In need of some bush medicine? Take a hike in the great outdoors of the Central Coast.
The NSW Central Coast is well known for its stunning coastal scenery and gloriously green bushland. What better way to experience the natural wonders of the region
gig suggested by:
Matt
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
List of Central Coast Markets
We all like a good market.
There are several markets on the NSW Central Coast, but below you’ll find the locals’ favourites.
The markets range from bric-a-brac to hand-sourced quality products.
gig suggested by:
Matt
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Sydney Markets
List of all Sydney Markets.
Sydney is an outdoor city, so it makes sense that market shopping is one of the big attractions. Why spend the day indoors when you can soak up the sunshine at markets all over the city?
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Party Saturdays - Free & Live - Penrith RSL
The heart of your city is the place to be every Saturday night as you tear up the dance floor with some of the most amazing live bands around, playing all your favourite current dance floor hits. People before Pokies.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
Riverstone Food Markets - Monthly
Riverstone Food Markets is a vibrant food market taking place at Bambridge Lane and Market Steet, Riverstone each month.
Host to some of the best food trucks and stalls Sydney has to offer, it is a night out that the whole family will enjoy.
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Surry Hills - Vintage Market
The Markets have been an important part of the Surry Hills community since 1981. Originally set up so locals could trade in recycled, second-hand or handmade goods, and to provide an opportunity for local low-income earners to make some extra money.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Free Yoga in the Park - The Rocks SYD
Get fit and flexible every Sunday morning with free yoga in the park! in poses, the flow of the movements – it’s all an active meditation that can help clear the mind, quieten anxieties and strengthen your body. Our resident yoga instructor, will lead you through a full program of strength, mobility and flexibility to get your body moving on a Sunday morning.
gig suggested by:
Chelsea
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Side Bar - Karaoke Thursdays - FREE
Grab a mic and get ready to sing your heart out every Thursday at Sydney’s biggest karaoke party. FREE ENTRY - EPIC PRIZES UP FOR GRABS - FIRST 10 SINGERS GET A FREE DRINK - HAPPY HOUR 5 – 7PM - WALK-INS WELCOME.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Event Cinemas - Half price Tuesdays
HALF PRICE TUESDAYS ARE HERE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!
All day Tuesday, save 50%^ with Cinebuzz on all full-price adult tickets across every movie experience – Gold Class, V-Max, Boutique, 4DX and Original. Available at participating locations only.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Discounted Bowling at ZONE for people with disability and free for support
Click "go to website" below to get more info about $7 (day) or $7.50 (peak/evening) prices. Free for support/gig buddy volunteer.
gig suggested by:
TG
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
$13 Tuesdays - Dendy Newtown
Dendy does Tuesdays on a budget.
Tickets are available at $12 for standard sessions or $16 for our Dendy Lounge lounge sessions.
All Tuesday, every Tuesday. Huzzah!
gig suggested by:
TG
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
VR Kingdom - Chatswood
VR Kingdom has accessible (Chatswood only) Virtual Reality games, plus other activities like pool tables and shuffleball. They have locations in Parramatta and Chatswood.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Surly's American Tavern
Everybody’s favourite all-American Tavern, opened in 2015, offering Sydney an authentic slice of Nashville. Located in the beating heart of Surry Hills.
Trivia 7:30pm TuesdaysÂ
Live Music Wednesdays 7-9pm
Drag bingo 7:30pm ThursdaysÂ
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Sydney Tramway Museum
The Sydney Tramway Museum began life in 1950. From 1957 the Museum operated from a large corrugated iron shed alongside what is now today the Parklink tramline, on the opposite side of the Princes Highway from the current site. This location had had
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
The Australian Taiko Academy
Learn how to play the fascinating, awe-inspiring taiko! Taiko is a great creative exercise that everyone can enjoy. Have fun and meet like-minded peers. Classes available for all ages. Beginners welcome!
gig suggested by:
Ashleigh
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
New Brighton Hotel
Located on beautiful Manly Beach in Sydney’s Northern Beaches, the New Brighton Hotel has four floors of dining, bars and entertainment
Great food, live sports , Trivia Wednesdays and live music on Sundays.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Wests Campbelltown
It’s time to dust off your dancing shoes, gather a group of mates and come along to Wests on Friday & Saturday nights from 9.30pm to 12.30am.
Resident DJs will be featured on Fridays for a late night boogie + Local musicians on Saturday nights.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
DOOLEYS Lidcombe BINGO
Join DOOLEYS Lidcombe at the all new Upper Quarter every Monday and Thursday from 11.30am - 1.30pm.
You could WIN:
-$25 Food & Beverage vouchers
-Grocery hampers
-$5 drink vouchers
-Lucky draw prize
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Bankstown Poetry Slam
Get set for the largest poetry slam in Australia!
Bankstown Poetry Slam is a community platform which empowers people to express themselves through spoken word poetry. BPS has featured renowned local and international artists.
gig suggested by:
Aylin
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
YUMIAO cat cafe
Similar to Catmosphere Cat Cafe (in the list), only difference is that they're based in Waterloo. They also have different owners and younger cats compared to Catmosphere. The cats are willing to play with you and sit in your lap. Great atmosphere.
gig suggested by:
Kiara
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
South Eveleigh Precinct
Industrial warehouses between Redfern Station and the train tracks that has transformed into Sydneys newest dining/arts/culture precinct. Restaurants, Cafes, public art, gardens, fitness, wellbeing, shops, events and more!
gig suggested by:
Chelsea
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Miss Celie's
Miss Celie’s is a local community Bar & Kitchen featuring Live Music up to 5 nights a week. Specialising in the Jazz & the Blues (other genres may be accepted sometimes too) 😂 its a broad church after all…
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
The Ambravale Hotel
Live acoustic soloist in the Brewery every Friday night!🎵🎵
Playing all your fav genres from pop, classics, R’n’B, soul, and everything else in between to help you groove into the weekend.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Opera Bar, Sydney
Every day at Opera Bar, Sydney's finest musicians take to the stage to provide the soundtrack to your Spring days and nights.
Find out who is performing harbourside at the link here...
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Quizzame
If you’re looking for an exciting trivia night in Sydney, then look no further than QuizzaMe. With a number of well-established events, we can offer you an exciting night out at your favourite venue. You can share a few laughs with your friends .
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Catmosphere
Catmosphere is Sydney’s original cat cafe and 100% dedicated to supporting rescue cats and kittens. We partner with rescue groups to provide a safe space for displaced cats; providing everything for them while they stay with us, and helping adopt.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
Catmosphere Cat Cafe
Catmosphere is Sydney’s original cat cafe and 100% dedicated to supporting rescue cats and kittens. We partner with rescue groups to provide a safe space for displaced cats; providing everything for them while they stay with us, and helping many adop
gig suggested by:
Lucy
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Sport
Sydney Trapeze School
This is heaps of fun... and I'm not a fan of heights, so that's saying something. The team make it safe and not scary at all... well maybe a little bit. Soar like eagles buddies.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Sport
X-Golf Shire
X-Golf Sutherland Shire is Sydney’s best indoor golf simulator entertainment venue. Situated in Caringbah, its just a few minutes off Taren Point Road.
Fully licensed bar
Great selection of food
Pool table
Games Room
gig suggested by:
Chelsea
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
7th Day Brewery
7th Day Brewery operates with a combined importance of creating excellent beer and a whole hearted involvement within our local community. We rose from the dust by the help of the community through crowd funding.
gig suggested by:
Emma
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Scary Canary
In the last few years Scary Canary has been the most popular destination for anyone looking for a fun night out, and it usually doesn’t matter which day of the week it is. Located just behind Town Hall.
gig suggested by:
Emma
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Vic On The Park
Located in the heart of Marrickville, The Vic is a home away from home for locals and their pups alike. The iconic inner west local will put classic pub food on your plate. Save a table on the deck for beers and something sizzling from the kitchen.
gig suggested by:
Emma
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Barefoot Bowls or Live Music at The FC Social Club Rydalmere
It's a great place to meet up for a meal, have a game of lawn bowls or listen to live music. Very close to Victoria Road at Rydalmere so easily accessible by public transport (bus) or even Rivercat.
gig suggested by:
Nalyn Sirivivatnanon
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Other
Golden Age Cinema and Bar
A hidden gem in Surry Hills. This tiny little cinema shows movies old and new. Cult classics, cocktails and more.
It was originally constructed in 1940 and utilised as the home of Paramount Pictures in Sydney until the 1970s. Now with live music and DJs!!
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
Gami Chicken & Beer Castle Towers
It's safe to say Gami Chicken & Beer has secured its status as one of Melbourne's go-to fried chicken joints, slinging its signature, Korean-style chook from 12 locations across the city.
gig suggested by:
Emma
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Food and Drink
Gram Cafe & Pancakes
Soufflé? Good. Pancakes? Good. Soufflé pancakes? A match we're very keen to get behind — and one Sydneysiders can experience for themselves at Gram Cafe's first store on Australian soil.
gig suggested by:
Emma
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Art
Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA)
Amazing art gallery in an iconic setting... Circular Quay. Always free stuff to see and do. Great cafe and bar overlooking the harblour and the Sydney Opera House. Sometimes they even have small gigs on the balcony. How good is that?
Check it out!
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Australian Museum
From dinosaurs to rooftop dining, the transformed Australian Museum has something for everyone. Plan and book your visit to the Australian Museum, and discover the extraordinary exhibitions on display.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Maniax
MANIAX was the first Urban Axe Throwing company in Australia, established in 2014 in Sydney NSW. We are also the largest in Australia, with venues in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and soon Adelaide. We’ve had close to 300,000 people through our
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Pixar Putt Putt
The immersive pop-up open-air mini-golf experience is inspired by the stories, characters and icons from some of Pixar’s most adored films and takes guests to infinity…and beyond!
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Brass Monkey
Here at the Brass Monkey you can enjoy an intimate atmosphere with some of the big name in Australian and International music, including jazz, blues, roots, funk, pop and world music.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Indoor Climbing
The Southern Hemisphere’s biggest climbing gym, with 3700m2 of climbing walls.
Climbs range in difficulty from very easy for beginners, to hard routes for elite and competition climbers.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
The Vanguard
The Vanguard is a purpose built live music venue in Newtown, Sydney. Offering late night eats, classy drinks and live entertainment across many different music genres. Check out their upcoming gigs via the website!
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
Lazy Bones
Lazybones Lounge Restaurant & Bar features live music seven nights a week, with fantastic food and a wide range of beverages served by friendly helpful staff. There is a small cover charge that goes towards live music.
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Wendy's Secret Garden
A place of nooks and crannies where a panoply of shrubs – both natives and exotics, herbs and towering trees run along winding gully paths, all attracting an odd collection of birdlife – colourful parrots, noisy gulls, watchful kookaburras and cheeky
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Music
The Lansdowne
The Lansdowne Hotel has been equal parts neighbourhood hangout & no frills Sydney Live Music Institution! Great gigs, good pizza and great vibe right next to Broadway Shopping Centre
gig suggested by:
Chelsea
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Activity
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq
Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq is a cocktail bar that gives arcades and tricky ticket games a new life. We've got things for young and old from the old and fun!
gig suggested by:
Bec
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
Art
The Art Gallery of NSW
Great place to see the NSW Galleries permanent collection as well as touring exhibitions such as the Archibald Portrait prize. Open late (and sometimes 2 for 1 offers) on Wednesday nights.
gig suggested by:
Tony
*This is not a Gig Buddies group event. It is only a suggested activity. No staff attending.
