September in Australia marks the first official days of spring — the air's a little warmer, the days a little longer, and the urge to hibernate is starting to lift. It’s a month of in-between: coats come off (sometimes), flowers start to bloom, and weekends begin to feel brighter, and better spent outdoors.
Looking for something to do? Below, we’ve rounded up the best events, exhibitions, and experiences happening around the country this September.
NSW
Martha's Bakehouse is now open in Wareemba, serving up delicious Mediterranean-inspired treats, and great coffee.
Opera Bar, one of Australia’s most iconic bars, has officially reopened under a 10-year stewardship with Applejack. Expect delicious new menus, live music seven-nights per week, and refreshed spaces.
The Ace Hotel has launched Sunday Arvos, a chef series with Isobel Whelan-Little and friends from around Sydney cooking their take on pizza on the brand-new Gozney Dome XL Gen 2 pizza oven. It will take place from 3pm - 7pm every few Sundays, beginning October 5.
Love, Tilly Devine’s next Tilly Takeover is slated for September 24th, and will showcase a selection of wines from vineyards across Lebanon, presented by Nicole Burfitt-Williams of Vins du Liban, with a special mezze plate on the menu for one night only. Bookings available here.
To celebrate OPI’s new Nature Strong Nails & Skin Collection, The Parlour Room has introduced a limited-time OPI Signature Treatment; a full sensory experience that will leave you refreshed, calm and perfectly pampered. Bookings are available here.
This Saturday September 6, Maison Essentiele is hosting 'Spring In The Showroom' at the brand's Darlinghurst concept store. From 10 until 2, you can expect fresh flowers, ice tea by Theeca, giveaways, and a $100 voucher for the first 10 customers.
On Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September, Dior Beauty will host an immersive café inspired by the new Miss Dior Essence, on 11 Bridge Street, Sydney. More details are available here, with bookings open from 4 September.
Morrow is opening the doors to its first pop-up space from 11 September - 14 September. Explore the collection in person at Shop 2 / 350 Bourke Street, Surry Hills.
On Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September Roborock will open the doors to House of Tomorrow, an immersive tech-driven pop-up at Watersedge, Campbell Stores in The Rocks. Expect a multi-zone exploration of Roborock’s best-selling robot vacuums, plus exclusive previews, interactive games, and lots of surprises. You can register here.
Ragazzi Wine + Pasta has announced the next in its quarterly Ragazzi Avventura series, a celebration of regional Italian food and wine. The lunch on Sunday 14 September, will feature classic Tuscan dishes, and wines to match. Bookings are available here.
Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf has announced the finalists for the 2025 Woollahra Small Sculpture Prize, Australia’s most prestigious award for small-scale sculpture. The finalists' works will be on display from 26 September to 16 November, with the winners announced at the official opening on 25 September. Entry to the exhibition is free.
Sydney Theatre Company will present a reimagined production of The Taming of the Shrew, from 26 September – 15 October. Tickets are available here.
Belvoir Theatre will present Virginia Woolf's beloved queer classic, Orlando, from 30 August - 21 September 2025. Tickets are available here.
The Australian Native Food Festival will take place at Carriageworks on 27 and 28 September. First Nations culture and native Australian ingredients will take centre stage across the two-day event. More details and tickets are available here.
Market City celebrates 2025 Moon Festival from 7 September until 12 October. The dining and shopping destination will host Australia’s largest mooncake sale, alongside a series of exciting events and activations. For event details visit Market City’s website.
QLD
Brisbane Festival kicks off on 5 September, for 23 days of performance, public art installations, and events across the city. This year is the biggest program yet, with 106 productions, 1,069 performances, 2,260 artists, and 21 world premieres. Plan your visit here.
Afterglow, a world-premiere fire-and-light trail, will transform Brisbane’s City Botanic Gardens as part of Brisbane Festival. The immersive experience will take place from 5 – 27 September. More information and tickets are available here.
Lime Cordiale is joining force with Queensland Symphony Orchestra for a concert at Fortitude Music Hall on September 27.
The Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers is back for its 76th year from 12 September to 6 October. Details are available here.
VIC
On Friday September 26, AFL legend and former West Coast Eagles star Nic Naitanui is making a special appearance at 7-Eleven Jolimont for a takeover with his functional soda brand, ALTR. Stop by between 10am and 12pm for free ALTR samples, and $10K worth of prizes up for grabs.
Hawker Hall is celebrating National Dumpling Day with a three-day celebration of $2 dumplings, from Monday 22nd - Wednesday 24th September. Bookings available here.
Australian furniture brand Lifely is opening the doors to a pop-up store in Fitzroy, from 6–14 September (closed 8th and 9th) at 306-308 Brunswick St Fitzroy. Expect a showcase of Lifely’s most sought-after designs, including the highly anticipated new Lifely Sofa, the Cushie Sofa Bed and the Radiant Organic Mattress, plus free shipping on all purchases, and a gift bag for the first 50 shoppers.
Arms of Eve is opening the doors to its 7th boutique, this time on High Street, Armadale. To celebrate, there'll be a launch event on 20 September from 9.30am, with 20% off store wide, tote bag giveways for the first 20 customers, and Green Cup smoothies.
The Makers and Shakers market will take place at Carlton's Royal Exhibition Building, with over 180 stalls showcasing the best of local artisans. The event will take place on 6 and 7 September.
The Melbourne Royal Show returns to the Melbourne Showgrounds from 25 September until October 5. More details are available here.
The NGV will present the Making Good Symposium in partnership with RMIT University, with a one-day program on 29 August exploring themes from the NGV's newest design exhibition Making Good: Redesigning the Everyday. Plan your visit here.
ACT
The Socceroos will play against New Zealand on 5 September. Tickets area available here.
The Moonlit Markets will take place on 5 September, with cuisine and entertainment from cultures across the globe. Plan your visit here.
WA
TMC Jewellers is hosting a pop-up in Perth for three days, from Friday 12th September, until Sunday 14th September. Make an appointment here.
Tyler, The Creator is coming to Perth on September 4 and 5, with his CHROMAKOPIA tour.
The Perth Royal Show is back in 2025 from September 27 until October 4. Plan your visit here.
