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Discover events for children and families in Sydney. The best events, attractions and things to do from the City of Sydney’s official event guide.
Australian Heritage Festival 2024 NSW
The Australian Heritage Festival returns to NSW for its 44th year of celebrating heritage. 18 April - 19 May 2024
Incredibilia – Magical Theatre!
Inspired by author Libby Hathorn, this theatre experience brings to life extraordinary objects using music and puppetry!
"The Rocks Tour" Audio+Puzzle Convict Tour of The Rocks
Convict and colonial history and puzzle tour
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Carnival Carnage 7D Dark Ride
Play against your friends and family in this multi-sensory interactive experience.
Duality – an artistic exploration of quantum science
Showcasing the entries to the 2023 EQUS Quantum Art Competition
Global Gambits and Playful Revisions
Exploring how artists use play and satire to highlight global issues.
Kids Kpop & Hip Hop Dance Classes - Free 1st time trial!
Kid's Weekend dance classes for ages 7 to 15 in Haymarket, Sydney. Teaching Kpop, Hip Hop and Popping Dance.
Kids kung fu class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Make it May at the Art Gallery of New South Wales
Come together for a month of creativity and collaboration at the Art Gallery of NSW
Maroubra Crystals, Creatives & Mystics Fair
Bringing together creatives, crystals, handcrafted jewellery and much more for a unique shopping experience.
Pregnancy, babies & children's expo
Visit Australia's Largest baby expo! Great deals on baby essentials, expert talks, and more
Think, Eat and Move - Healthy Lifestyle Program for Teens
Free online program for young people aged 13-17.
Writing Children’s Books with Jacqueline Harvey
If you’re keen to write stories that will keep children reading under covers after lights out this course is for you.
Year of the Snake children's drawing call-out
Budding illustrators aged 5 to 12 years old can have their best creations showcased during Sydney Lunar Festival 2025
Young Maestros Community Concert by Concerts for All
A classical music concert perfect for families. Featuring outstanding young musicians and their engaging performances.
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Hip hop class in Redfern (8 to 14 years)
Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 8-week after-school program
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Kate Clarkson: A Thousand Situations
Art2Muse Gallery presents 'A Thousand Situations' by Kate Clarkson
Tailored With Love: Children's Kimono Throughout Generations
Showcasing the diversity of textiles from the Edo to early Showa period
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting online via Zoom
A unique opportunity for teenagers to learn the craft of acting for stage and screen.
Ultimo childhood education free playsession
Free play session for kids aged 0-5 years
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
English conversation, cultural exchange and friendship club
Meet new people and and practise everyday language skills
Free heritage tour of former Sydney General Post Office
Discover the rich history of the former Sydney General Post Office building with Fullerton Hotel's resident guide
Storytime at Darling Square, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Retro gaming and Dungeons & Dragons
Old-school gaming and new-school multiplayer collide in this set of gaming days for young people aged 14 to 21.
Afternoon 8 week art course - for kids
No skills required, just enthusiasm and a love for creativity
Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
National Simultaneous Storytime with ALIA and Scholastic
Join us, and author Aura Parker, for the 24th annual National Simultaneous Storytime held at Green Square Library
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Weekly art classes for children
Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Mums and bubs pilates social group
Gentle pilates and stretch for mums with newborn babies and toddlers followed by coffee
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen in a very specific step-by-step formula
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise - Harbourside Cruises
See the major event that is recognised as the largest of its kind in the world
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Family Day: Thriving Environments
A disability-led Family Day with participatory artworks and performances.
Songs from the Winter Palace
A concert of songs and operatic excerpts from some of Russia's great composers presented for your enjoyment.
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Despicable Me 4: Australian Premiere
Bring your family to see Gru's latest adventure
Refugee Week storytime 3-5 yrs - Darling Square Library
Join us for a special children's storytime for Refugee Week
Refugee Week storytime 3-5 yrs - Surry Hills Library
Join us for a special children's storytime for Refugee Week
Refugee Week storytime 3-5 yrs - Glebe Library
Join us for a special children's storytime for Refugee Week
Deaf life: Let’s talk about it!
Chat and connect with a member of the Deaf community to hear their experiences.
Readers – Books and Conversations with Cadance Bell
This is a monthly series of conversations with authors about their work and the ideas that inspire them.
School holidays: wheel throwing for kids, 9-12yrs
Explore the wonderful medium of clay in this half-day workshop for kids
School holidays: wheel throwing basics, 12-17yrs
Explore the wonderful medium of clay in this half-day workshop for teens
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste - School hols
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
School holidays: manga comic book workshop, 9-12 yrs
Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshop
Jewellery workshop for teens (11-15 years)
Learn how to upcycle reuse materials into stylish jewellery and accessories!
City of Sydney National Tree Day event
Get your hands dirty creating native understory in Sydney Park.
Japan's oldest traditional performing arts [NOH] is coming
Welcome to the Japan's oldest traditional performing arts [NOH]
Japanese Kimono Competition
Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate in and enjoy!