In Sydney, you could spend a day browsing artisan market stalls, settling in for a long riverside lunch, wandering through a contemporary art exhibition, and then checking out a theatre performance after dark. Most places specialise in just one of those experiences, but Liverpool Powerhouse brings them all together under one roof.
Sitting beside Casula Station in a striking heritage building, Liverpool Powerhouse has become a creative, cultural hub for Western Sydney. The venue’s year-round program spans theatre, comedy, live music, exhibitions, workshops, films and family-friendly events, creating a space where visitors of all ages and interests can explore, connect and experience the arts. It reflects the many cultures, stories and creative voices that make up the local community, while welcoming visitors from across Sydney to discover something new each week. The calendar shifts with the seasons, but there’s always something happening inside its historic walls and surrounding grounds!
At Liverpool Powerhouse, there’s plenty to uncover before you even step inside a gallery. Across the grounds, public artworks transform the site into an open-air cultural experience. The first thing many visitors notice is the internationally significant Koori Floor by acclaimed Waanyi artist Judy Watson, a vast artwork that stretches across the Turbine Hall and traces stories of Country, community and connection to the Georges River. Outside, legal graffiti tanks continue to evolve with new works, while sculptures, installations, the Alice Klaphake Amphitheatre and the riverside Weaving Garden add layers of history, creativity and local storytelling throughout the precinct.
The program itself changes constantly. Recent and upcoming highlights include exhibitions such as The Blake Prize, NEXT 2025 and To Wear Your Heart On Your Sleeve, alongside theatre productions, film screenings and a wonderful selection of workshops including coffee cups, resin jewellery, candles, kokedama, floristry and more. School holiday programs regularly fill the calendar with craft sessions, dinosaur-themed activities and interactive performances, giving families plenty of reasons to return throughout the year. Plus, the popular Saturday morning markets bring together growers, makers and local producers, and the Comedy Club is making a return by popular demand featuring a rotating line-up of Sydney’s best comedians.
When it’s time to eat, Bellbird Dining adds another layer to the experience. Open for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday, the restaurant serves seasonal menus overlooking the Georges River, making it just as suited to a midweek catch-up as a leisurely weekend outing. Friday and Saturday night dinners offer a reason to stay after dark, while Sunday bottomless brunch has become a favourite for groups looking to stretch out the weekend. Add Friday night drinks on the last Friday of each month, and it’s easy to see why Liverpool Powerhouse has evolved into an all-day, all-year destination.
What makes Liverpool Powerhouse particularly rewarding is that no two trips feel quite the same. An exhibition might introduce you to an artist you’ve never encountered before, a workshop could spark a new creative hobby, or a live performance could become the highlight of your weekend. With markets, dining, public art, family activities and a packed calendar of cultural events all woven into the same riverside precinct, there’s always something new around the corner. Whether you’re planning a family day out, a date night, or a weekend with friends, checking out the program at Liverpool Powerhouse has got to be the first thing on your list!
