The Domain Sydney

Located in the city's heart and offering iconic backdrops, The Domain Sydney remains unrivalled as a major events host, a cultural landmark, and the CBD's go-to destination to walk the dog or enjoy a run with friends.

A crowd watching a concert in the Domain at sunset with harbour and harbour bridge in the background.
Location

The Domain Sydney

Price

Based on event proposal - please enquire.

Hire capacity

Up to 50,000

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Dedicated parking for event organisers and easy access for bump in/out.

Garden Accessibility
Further information

Learn more about major events at the Garden

Learn more about major events

Where Sydney celebrates, works out and plays

The Domain Sydney is one of the oldest, and most extensive public and cultural landscapes in Australia.

Nestled between Sydney’s CBD and the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, and gazing out to Sydney Harbour, no other venue in Sydney can offer major event capabilities that blend seamlessly with historic and natural charm.

Its tree-lined paths and well-manicured gardens also make it a great place to relax, exercise, or just enjoy the outdoors.

The Domain’s four precincts – the Phillip Precinct, Yurong Precinct, Tarpeian Precinct and Crescent Precinct – are available for outdoor public events including concerts, festivals, dance parties, open-air cinema, sports and lifestyle events.

The Domain holds some of the most popular and longest-running annual events in Sydney, including:

  • The nationally televised 'Carols in the Domain' at Christmas.

  • Live music and arts events like Jazz in the Domain, Opera in The Domain, Westpac OpenAir Cinema, Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour, Field Day, Oktoberfest, HarbourlifeMother’s DayClassic Sydney Writers' Festival, Sydney International Food Festival and Music by the Sea (to name a few)

  • New Year's Eve: the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and The Domain Sydney are popular venues to celebrate New Year's Eve with fireworks and entertainment for the whole family.

 

Enquire about The Domain Sydney  

A socially-distanced, seated crowd in the Domain watching a concert with Sydney city skyline in the background

The Domain is the ideal venue for your major event, with four train stations nearby.

As well as hosting a range of arts and cultural events, The Domain Sydney is a hive of sporting and fitness events for schools, businesses and individuals.

The Domain precincts

Phillip Precinct ('The Domain’)

Commonly known as The Domain, the Phillip Precinct is the largest open space in Sydney’s Central Business District (CBD). Spanning 34 hectares and with a capacity of up to 50,000 people, this historic site is suitable for large concerts, festivals, sporting events, large political gatherings and rallies.

View the Phillip Precinct Site Map (PDF 1.1 MB)

Yurong Precinct (Fleet Steps and Mrs Macquarie's Point)

The Yurong Precinct includes Fleet Steps, Mrs Macquarie's Point and Mrs Macquarie's Road. It offers unparalleled panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Farm Cove and the city’s skyline. The Yurong Precinct is ideal for outdoor public events like open-air cinema, sports and lifestyle events.

View the Yurong Precinct Site Map (PDF 952 KB)

Tarpeian Precinct

The Tarpeian Precinct is an elongated open space adjacent to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Macquarie Street. The precinct offers stunning views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour. The Tarpeian Precinct is ideal for intimate outdoor public events that don’t require amplified sound and may benefit from proximity to Sydney’s CBD.

View the Tarpeian Precinct Site Map (PDF 424 KB)

Crescent Precinct

The Crescent Precinct consists of expansive lawns from the eastern side of Art Gallery Road to the top of The Domain Car Park. The precinct is centrally located, well connected by public transport, and most suitable for sporting events.

View the Crescent Precinct's Site Map (PDF 219 KB)

 

    Aerial view of Field Day event at the Domain with the harbour and Sydney Harbour Bridge in the background

    Book your large, outdoor event at The Domain and take advantage of its easy access by train, bus or ferry.

    Get in touch

    Please contact us to discuss your event further.

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