Returning to Sydney from 22-23 August 2026, the Festival of Dangerous Ideas (FODI) stands as a bold, audacious, and thought-provoking weekend where inquiring minds meet to explore challenging concepts.

Through an intensive programme of live talks, boundary-pushing performances, and immersive interactive art events, FODI brings together leading international thinkers and trail-blazing artists. The festival offers audiences a rare opportunity to step away from superficial debates, think deeply, and peer into the dark: so, we can better understand the complexities of the modern world and our distinct place within it.

A Refined Space to Reflect

For those attending the festival, The Porter House Hotel Sydney – MGallery provides the ultimate premium sanctuary in the heart of the CBD, allowing you to transition seamlessly from provocative panels to quiet luxury.

• Convenient Transit Connections: Take a quick 10-minute drive from our Castlereagh Street doors or walk just 3 minutes to Town Hall Station to catch a direct train to Redfern Station, placing you moments from the venue.

• Proximity to Satellite Events: For festival events hosted at Sydney Town Hall or local historic libraries, enjoy the luxury of walking just 5 to 10 minutes from our central lobby.