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Things to do during the school holidays

22 December to 2 February 2026

Keeping children and teens entertained in the school holidays can be a tricky business, so we’ve done the hard work for you.

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School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families
Ultimo
Music

School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families

Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion
22 Feb 2026
Waterworld Central Sydney 2026
The Entertainment Quarter
Children & family

Waterworld Central Sydney 2026

Summer fun is back and bigger than ever! Waterworld Central, Australia’s largest inflatable waterpark is returning!
26 Jan 2026

Swim, slide and splash

City of Sydney pools and aquatic centres

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Pine Street Creative Arts Centre

School Holidays: construct a miniature model house
Customs House Library
Children & family

School Holidays: construct a miniature model house

Build a model house using recycled materials in this hands-on workshop
8 Apr 2026
School Holidays: Street Scenes
Customs House Library
Children & family

School Holidays: Street Scenes

Create a colourful collage of your neighbourhood using mixed media in this fun workshop.
15 Apr 2026

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Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat
Art Gallery of NSW
Children & family

Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat

Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW
3 Dec 2025
RPA Hospital Amazing Histories Treasure Hunt
Camperdown
Children & family

RPA Hospital Amazing Histories Treasure Hunt

Uncover interesting facts about RPA Hospital’s history
4 Feb 2026
Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration
The Rocks
Children & family

Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration

The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day.
3 Dec 2025
Balance bike clinics
Sydney Park Cycling Centre
Children & family

Balance bike clinics

Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years
24 Jan 2026
Make Your Own One-of-A-Kind Sock Puppet Workshop
Surry Hills
Talks, courses & workshops

Make Your Own One-of-A-Kind Sock Puppet Workshop

Make your very own quirky sock puppet in this fun, creative workshop suitable for kids and adults!
8 Dec 2025
Sashiko Workshop with Yoshi: Mindful Sewing and Repair
Marrickville
Children & family

Sashiko Workshop with Yoshi: Mindful Sewing and Repair

Learn Japanese repair and sewing techniques with local artist Yoshi Ito.
17 Jan 2026

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