A Renaissance Escape for the Whole Family: Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel Comes to Sydney

Let your family walk through history—no scaffolding required. The Exhibition opens 29 August 2025 at Fever Pavilion, Sydney Showgrounds. To sign up for the waitlist, visit the Fever app or website.

Pack your curiosity and leave your passport behind—Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition is making its long-awaited return to Australia, and this time, it’s Sydney’s turn to step into the world of Renaissance brilliance. Launching 29 August 2025 at the Fever Pavilion in Sydney Olympic Park, this family-friendly exhibition is set to be an unforgettable day out, blending awe-inspiring art with hands-on discovery.

After wowing audiences around the globe—from Paris to San Francisco, and closer to home in Adelaide—the exhibition brings 34 of Michelangelo’s iconic frescoes from the Sistine Chapel ceiling to eye level. That’s right: no neck craning, no crowded tours, and definitely no international flights required. Whether it’s The Creation of Adam or The Last Judgment, each work has been recreated in jaw-dropping, true-to-size detail using cutting-edge printing techniques that honour every brushstroke.

But this isn’t just for art buffs. With informative signage and optional audio guides, even the youngest visitors (ages 8 and up) can marvel at the beauty while learning the stories and secrets behind the art. Think of it as a living history lesson—one that just might spark your child’s inner Michelangelo.

Phil Mallet of Fever Originals puts it perfectly: “Australians love experiences that entertain and educate, and this exhibition does both in spectacular fashion.” From family outings to curious teens, it’s a rare chance to see Renaissance genius up close in an immersive, relaxed environment.

So if you’re looking for something inspiring, educational, and completely out of the ordinary this spring, don’t miss your chance to step into one of the greatest masterpieces of all time—right here in Sydney.

Details at a Glance:

Location: Fever Pavilion, Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park
Opening Date:29 August 2025
Duration: 60–90 minutes
Recommended Age:8+
The waitlist for Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition is now open HERE