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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.
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australian
Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.
Ashfield Crystals, Creatives & Mystics Fair
Bringing together creatives, crystals, handcrafted jewellery and much more for a unique shopping experience.
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet including basic dance vocabulary
Experience Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Extended Dates!
Collect character stamps, discover interesting facts about the inhabitants of SEA LIFE and meet with Isabelle!
First Nations Cultural Tour
Discover the cultural traditions, stories, and knowledge that have shaped this land for thousands of years.
Kids kung fu - try a class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Paint & Play – Kids' Vivid Experience
EXTENSION DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND! Creativity meets colour with our fun-filled Vivid kids activity.
Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun
Paint and Sip classes offer a unique experience that blends the joy of painting with the pleasure of sipping your wine.
VIVID at Salt Meats Cheese
Celebrate Vivid with colourful food specials, a kids’ ice cream bonus & city views at Salt Meats Cheese Circular Quay!
Vivid Sydney at Darling Square
Darling Square will light up for Vivid Sydney with immersive light installations, free family fun & special offers.
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
After School Improv Classes
Unleash your creativity and get headstart on school drama and HSC projects, including playbuilding and devising!
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.
Free bike tune ups: Glebe Foreshore
We’re out and about on shared paths and cycleways in inner Sydney twice a week
Primary School Days
Sydney Writers’ Festival Primary School Days program is designed to inspire the next generation of readers.
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (Pyrmont)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Enchanted action drama & film classes
Make friends and join the fun in these exciting classes! Confidence building, audition preparation, games and creativity
Storytime at Darling Square, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
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 Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Introduction to Ozobots, 8-11 years
A makerspace kits introduction workshop - Come and explore this fun and engaging session
National Reconciliation Week - Story Time with Adam Goodes
In support of National Reconciliation Week, we’re pleased to invite you to Story Time with Adam Goodes.
Rhymetime at Newtown Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Storytime at Newtown Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Kids at the Con: Term 2
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Little Artists: Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
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.
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Tramsheds)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ghost Tour around the Rocks
Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law
Playgroup
Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
Sea Gathering Family Event
Experience Tunku & Ngaadi, our Vivid rooftop light projection! Enjoy a live choir and creative activities.
Ghostly garden tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe) Saturdays
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Bonjour babies - fun French classes for your kids and you!
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and their carers
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Glebe community barbecue
Come and join us Wednesday fortnightly during school terms for some food and fun
Coogee Lanterns Workshops and Parade June 2025
Celebrate the magic of the winter solstice with a lantern-making workshop
Bubble Planet
Step into a planet beyond your imagination with fantastical landscapes and the biggest ball pit you have ever seen!
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
How to Train Your Dragon: Australian Premiere
Bring the family along to the red carpet premiere of How to Train Your Dragon at Sydney Film Festival
Storytime online with Jane Godwin
Join celebrated children’s author Jane Godwin as she reads her wonderful stories and leads us in some fun craft
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Coil Basket Weaving Workshop
Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.
Family zone: Drag Queen storytime and creative fun
We are back for another day of fab fun family time!
Family Sunday: Storytime with Kate and Jol Temple
Join us for a family storytime with Kate and Jol Temple, authors of over 30 books for kids.
Homeschool makertime 8-12 yrs
A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D printing, laser cutting and STEM skills
Newington College: Early Learning Centre Open Day
Join us for a tour of Newington College's Early Learning Centre
Colourful Connections - creative beading workshop
Come join us in a fun and creative hands-on workshop for families to come together and make beaded accessories.
Take Flight at Newington: Wyvern House
Get inspired in a specialty STEM lab, explore your creativity in our art workshops, and make new friends!
Winter Solstice Festival at Pocket City Farms
Part fundraiser, part winter solstice celebration and all things farm!
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Magic at its close - the ideal way to mark special occasions or enjoy a night out with family and friends.
Colourful Connections - creative beading workshop
Come join us in a fun and creative hands-on workshop for families to come together and make beaded accessories
Monster Jump at The Entertainment Quarter
Monster Jump and Sports Jump – Return to the Entertainment Quarter for July School Holidays
Crafting with Nature: Secret Sculptures Workshop
Explore the magic of nature this winter
NAIDOC Family Fun Day
Celebrate NAIDOC Week 2025 with AbSec’s annual Family Fun Day, a free community event for all ages!
Beginner bookbinding workshop for ages 7-13
It’s easy, creative and totally addictive
Yoga for Teenagers - Strong Body, Strong Mind
An 8-Week Course to Build Calm, Resilience and Self-Awareness
Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra
Celebrate AYO's homecoming! Join the Australian Youth Orchestra, William Barton and Christian Li for a stunning evening.
Miracle Moon Walk 2025
Miracle Moon Walk is a spectacular night walk, taking in iconic sites of the city and surrounding areas
Blak Market at The Rocks
Authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, Craft & Fashion
Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop
Have fun learning about songwriting with ARIA-nominated The Vegetable Plot performers
The Pajamazon Jungle by The Vegetable Plot
Enter the Pajamazon Jungle with The Vegetable Plot's award-winning musical comedy show packed full of veggie bangers!
Christmas in Pyrmont
Live music, delicious food, Christmas shopping and children’s activities