Every year the Sydney Symphony Orchestra takes over Parramatta Park for a dazzling night of free classical music that marks a rare treat and a beloved fixture on the arts calendar. With the Sydney Festival 2025 programme now available, it’s confirmed the return of a number of beloved festival favourites including Sydney Symphony Under the Stars. The outdoor event sees some of the best classical musicians take to the stage for an evening of everything from symphonic classics to contemporary tunes.
Sydney Symphony Under the Stars
The outdoor music performance has to be one of our very favourite alfresco events. As always, the event is completely free and unticketed (perfect for a post-Christmas day out on the cheap). Grab your mates, a bottle or two of bubbly leftover from New Year’s, and a picnic basket and make your way to the park on January 18, 2025.
As always, the talented Sydney Symphony Orchestra remain the backbone of the live show, and for the 2025 edition they’ll be joined by oud maestro Joseph Tawadros AM, an Egyptian-Australian virtuoso who’ll perform a selection of his moving original compositions. To end the night with a literal bang, you can expect to hear one of Tchaikovsky’s most popular symphonies performed live, before the traditional firework display ends the night in style.
Find all the details at the Sydney Festival website and set a reminder so you don’t miss the spectacular evening!