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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.

After School Improv Classes

After School Improv Classes

Unleash your creativity and get headstart on school drama and HSC projects, including playbuilding and devising!
Tomorrow
Bubble Planet

Bubble Planet

Step into a planet beyond your imagination with fantastical landscapes and the biggest ball pit you have ever seen!
Tomorrow
French classes for your kids and you - Paddington

French classes for your kids and you - Paddington

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
Tomorrow
French classes for your kids and you - Pyrmont

French classes for your kids and you - Pyrmont

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Pyrmont
Tomorrow
Full day birdwatching & Sydney culture

Full day birdwatching & Sydney culture

Discover Sydney's diverse ecosystems, from 6:15am to 7:30pm, in search of extraordinary birdlife!
Tomorrow
Whale Watching Cruises

Whale Watching Cruises

Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures
Tomorrow
Bush school: Connect children to nature

Bush school: Connect children to nature

Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
22 Jul 2025
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (Pyrmont)

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
22 Jul 2025
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Beach
22 Jul 2025
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV

Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV

Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
22 Jul 2025
Weekly art classes for children

Weekly art classes for children

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
22 Jul 2025
French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Rozelle
23 Jul 2025
The Loco Markets

The Loco Markets

South Eveleigh comes alive with artisan stalls, handcrafted gems, free live music, and family-friendly workshops.
24 Jul 2025
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
24 Jul 2025
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years

Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
24 Jul 2025
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)

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
24 Jul 2025
Ghost Tour around the Rocks

Ghost Tour around the Rocks

Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law
24 Jul 2025
Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun

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.
24 Jul 2025
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Junction

French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Junction

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Junction
25 Jul 2025
K-Bop

K-Bop

A parent child singing circle with Angie Who
25 Jul 2025
Lullaby Club

Lullaby Club

A singing circle for new mamas with tea and cake.
25 Jul 2025
Private buggy tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Private buggy tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Join an buggy tour around Australia's oldest botanic garden and a 30-hectare paradise adjoining Sydney Harbour.
25 Jul 2025
Short day birdwatching & Sydney culture

Short day birdwatching & Sydney culture

Discover Sydney’s diverse ecosystems, from sunrise to 3/3:30pm, in search of extraordinary birdlife
25 Jul 2025
Adopt a Greyhound at BrewDog

Adopt a Greyhound at BrewDog

Meet 30+ beautiful greyhounds looking for loving homes
26 Jul 2025
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library

Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library

Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
26 Jul 2025
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)

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
26 Jul 2025
Short & tweet bird watching tour Sydney

Short & tweet bird watching tour Sydney

Urban birdwatching at its best – Discover Sydney’s iconic birdlife
26 Jul 2025
Toy Choir

Toy Choir

The happiest choir on earth!
26 Jul 2025
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
27 Jul 2025
Family Sunday: The power of storytelling with Maryam Master

Family Sunday: The power of storytelling with Maryam Master

Meet award-winning author Maryam Master and learn about the power of storytelling in this interactive session.
27 Jul 2025
Join Sydney children's choir (ages 5-17)

Join Sydney children's choir (ages 5-17)

Sydney Children's Choir offers top quality music education, life-changing opportunities and a supportive community
27 Jul 2025
Kids kung fu - try a class

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
27 Jul 2025
Sunday skateboarding lessons

Sunday skateboarding lessons

Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches!
27 Jul 2025
Glebe community barbecue

Glebe community barbecue

Come and join us Wednesday fortnightly during school terms for some food and fun
30 Jul 2025
Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra

Colour, Sound, Lore – Australian Youth Orchestra

Celebrate AYO's homecoming! Join the Australian Youth Orchestra, William Barton and Christian Li for a stunning evening.
31 Jul 2025
Imagine Live

Imagine Live

by Jolyon James, based on the book ‘Imagine’ by Alison Lester
31 Jul 2025
Open Day: Holdsworth Rose Bay Cottage Playgroup

Open Day: Holdsworth Rose Bay Cottage Playgroup

Come and explore the magic of Holdsworth Rose Bay Cottage Playgroup at our special Open Day!
31 Jul 2025
Seedlings nature school

Seedlings nature school

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
31 Jul 2025
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio

Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio

Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach.
1 Aug 2025
Kids at the Con: term 3

Kids at the Con: term 3

Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
2 Aug 2025
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs

Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs

Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
5 Aug 2025
Free bike tune ups: Haymarket

Free bike tune ups: Haymarket

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
5 Aug 2025
Sydney Science Trail: Community Day

Sydney Science Trail: Community Day

A free one-day science bonanza jam-packed with shows and activities for kids of all ages
9 Aug 2025
Full Bloom: Art, light, music

Full Bloom: Art, light, music

Light up your weekend with an evening at the MCA Australia.
9 Aug 2025
National Science Week: 3D print a planet 12–16yrs

National Science Week: 3D print a planet 12–16yrs

Design and 3D print your own unique planet in this creative makerspace workshop for teens.
9 Aug 2025
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste

Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste

Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
9 Aug 2025
Home-school makertime: 3D print a planet 8-12yrs

Home-school makertime: 3D print a planet 8-12yrs

A fun introduction to 3D printing for home-school kids during National Science Week
12 Aug 2025
Storytime online with Dinalie Dabarera

Storytime online with Dinalie Dabarera

The award-winning author and illustrator reads from her picture book Quiet Time with my Seeya
13 Aug 2025
Sydney Boat Show​

Sydney Boat Show​

New-format showcase featuring the best in boating
14 Aug 2025
National Science Week in the parklands

National Science Week in the parklands

Looking for a fun, free family day out? Join Greater Sydney Parklands for two exciting events this National Science Week
17 Aug 2025
Miracle Moon Walk 2025

Miracle Moon Walk 2025

Miracle Moon Walk is a spectacular night walk, taking in iconic sites of the city and surrounding areas
6 Sep 2025
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show

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.
6 Sep 2025
Blak Market at The Rocks

Blak Market at The Rocks

Authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, Craft & Fashion
14 Sep 2025
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
19 Sep 2025
Tinkerbell and the dream fairies

Tinkerbell and the dream fairies

Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure in Royal Botanic Garden
27 Sep 2025
Coil Basket Weaving Workshop

Coil Basket Weaving Workshop

Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.
4 Oct 2025
Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Have fun learning about songwriting with ARIA-nominated The Vegetable Plot performers
10 Oct 2025
The Pajamazon Jungle by The Vegetable Plot

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!
10 Oct 2025
International Japanese Kimono Competition

International Japanese Kimono Competition

Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate and enjoy!
25 Oct 2025
Cancer Council NSW's 7 Bridges Walk

Cancer Council NSW's 7 Bridges Walk

28km, 7 bridges, one spectacular harbour. Take on the greatest walk of all this October 26, to help tackle cancer.
26 Oct 2025
Christmas in Pyrmont

Christmas in Pyrmont

Live music, delicious food, Christmas shopping and children’s activities
23 Nov 2025
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
31 Dec 2025
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
26 Jan 2026
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
26 Jan 2026