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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.
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Mums and bubs pilates social group
Gentle pilates and stretch for mums with newborn babies and toddlers followed by coffee
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australia
Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.
Bush School (2.5 to 5 year olds)
Bush School is a unique nature play program for children aged 2.5 to 5 years
Carnival Carnage 7D Dark Ride
Play against your friends and family in this multi-sensory interactive experience.
Explore an enchanting Christmas Candyland
Discover peppermint pines, oversized lollipops, and hidden holiday sweets hiding around every corner!
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
Green Square community barbeque
Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event.
Patch & Play: Personnalisée Pop-Up
Create personalised Christmas gifts for your loved ones
Santa at the Summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Santa is coming to the Summit and you can meet him for an iconic festive photo atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Teen acting classes: New York style acting studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen in a very specific step-by-step formula
Term 4 Sunday skateboarding lessons
Learn to ride with expert instructors! Safe, fun sessions for kids, from beginners to advanced
The Mad Botanist: Family Adventure
Self-guided scavenger hunt set in the Botanic Gardens
The Rocks walking tours
Discover what makes The Rocks tick on a Sydney heritage walk
Think, Eat and Move - Healthy Lifestyle Program for Teens
Free online program for young people aged 13-17.
Together² SLES and Day Program Open Day
Come discover our School Leavers Employments Supports and Day Program!
Teddy Bears high tea in partnership with Build-A-Bear
Teddy Bears Takeover Sheraton Grand
Kids at the Con: Term 4
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes are open for Term 4 2024
Live and Famous
The famous Flying Fruit Fly Circus meets The Famous Spiegeltent!
NAISDA Torres Strait Islander Culture Workshop
Discover the richness of Torres Strait Islander culture through joyful movement, language and song
Pet Santa Photos 2024 - Waterloo
Pet Santa Photos 2024 at Bayside Animal Hospital! Capture festive memories with your pets and Santa! 📸🐾
Southeast Aboriginal Arts Market
32 Aboriginal artists will showcase traditional and contemporary ceramics, jewellery, weaving, carving, and more.
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.
The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Sydney
There are set recreations, props and costumes from the show, and even the iconic orange couch - Oh. My. Gawd!
Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: Wonder
Experience this remarkable symphony in the hands of the WSO in a concert celebrating the wonder and passion of music.
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Fairy Bread Day
Host your own Fairy Bread Day party and help raise funds to support The Pyjama Foundation
Kids kung fu class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Rusalka in Chamber
A semi-staged, costumed, affordable performance of the well-loved fairy tale opera, Rusalka by Antonín Dvořák
Sydney Dance Company: children and families classes
Dance and play for the whole family!
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Hip hop class in Redfern (8 to 14 years)
Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 9-week after-school program
Free trial class: Robotics and coding for kids
Join our 3-day Robotics & Coding program for kids (7-15). Hands-on learning, personal kit, and certificate included!
International Games Month - Monday gaming for kids
During International Games Month, kids can try library tabletop games in a fun and relaxed environment.
Ready Steady Go Kids
A physio designed multi-sport program for kids aged 1.5 - 6 years
Tweenies arts and craft afternoons (9 to 12 years)
Arts and craft program for young people after-school.
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
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.
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Rhythm n Bubs
Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Glebe community barbecue
Come and join us Wednesday weekly (excluding school holidays) for some food and fun
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.
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun 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
Youth table tennis and games in Glebe
Free after school social after school program for ages 11 to 18
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Martin Place Christmas Markets
Sydney’s most enchanting Christmas market experience in the heart of Sydney this holiday season
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Connect Sydney workshop: Responding with compassion
A 3-hour workshop supporting sector workers to provide a compassionate and supportive response to survivors of trauma
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Playgroup
Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
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.
Thanksgiving at NOLA Smokehouse & Bar
Join us for a memorable Thanksgiving celebration!
Ghostly garden tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Sydney Christmas opening weekend
Roving performers, carollers and decorations
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Children’s Christmas Concert with the Metropolitan Orchestra
The Metropolitan Orchestra Children's Cushion Concerts feature the Magic of Christmas at Petersham Town Hall
Choirs in the City: Martin Place
Street choirs singing carols perform every night leading up to Christmas.
Joykids – ultimate family rave party
90's house music classics meets weekend family fun
Surry Hills Christmas Concert
Kick off Christmas at our free, family-friendly Christmas concert
Taster printmaking: make gift cards and wrapping paper 15+
Make your own gift wrapping paper and cards using simple and fun block printing techniques
Youth check-in mentoring and coaching
For teens ages 14 to 18 who need support to reach goals in school and employment
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
BINDI BOSSES Workshops
Join BINDI BOSSES for two vibrant workshops that blend ancient tradition with modern choreography
City of Sydney's aquatic and fitness centres open day
Join us for our annual summer open day with free entry to all City of Sydney aquatic and recreation centres.
Photos with Black Santa - Christmas 2024
Join us at Santa's Workshop Kingsford for the first ever Black Santa photos in Sydney!
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert
It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears and put on your party shoes
Willoughby Symphony Orchestra: The Magic of Christmas 2024
Celebrate the magic of Christmas at this delightfully jubilant concert performance for the whole family.
Clubs Academy Summer Holiday Program
Not your average child-minding service, there is a club for everyone!
Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Sunset spotlight tour
Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
Christmas crafternoon
Join us for an afternoon of mini wreath making and card colouring
Grug and the Rainbow
From the top of a burrawang tree to the end of a rainbow, follow Grug on his adventure!
Christmas at the Cathedral
The Cathedral's famous light show celebrates 'A Christmas Carol'
Noël! Noël! | Australian Brandenburg Orchestra
Feel the spirit of the summer and celebrate
Experience the Way of Samurai in Sydney
Witness the mesmerizing show of 5 professional Samurai dancers and singers from Japan, showcasing the art of Samurai.
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
French Christmas Market by LCS
70 stalls offering the best French & international inspired products | Xmas shopping for unique gifts, foods & homewares
Japanese Kimono Competition
Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate in and enjoy!
Kaleidoscope Prints Workshop
Create a series of colourful monoprints by exploring colour, layering of shapes, patterns, and stencils.
Masaya Kamei in Piano Recital
Don't miss the Sydney debut of young brilliant career pianist Masaya Kamei.
Christmas at Sydney Town Hall
Christmas spectacular with the grand organ, bands and choirs
Christmas Spectacular – a Magical Wonderland
Starring Michael Boyd and special guest Prinnie Stevens
Green Square Christmas Market
Christmas special of Cambridge Market's loved weekly market
Christmas Day Dinner at Sailmaker
This festive season, come together with family and friends at Sailmaker Restaurant’s coveted Christmas events.
Christmas Day Lunch at Noi
Dine at your favourite neighbourhood Italian in Petersham this Christmas!
Christmas Day lunch at Sailmaker
Indulge in a Christmas feast and experience the magic of the festive season at Sailmaker restaurant.
Christmas Day Lunch at Sails
Dine on the Sydney waterfront and let us do all the work this Christmas!
New Year’s Eve 2024 At Blackbird Cafe
$135pp New Year’s Eve four-course menu at Blackbird
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.
New Year's Eve at Sydney Tower Eye
Elevate Your New Year! Celebrate NYE above the city with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, 250m high!
New Year's Eve by the Harbour at Eastbank Cafe
Enjoy dinner under the Sydney Harbour fireworks
New Year's Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill
Step into New Year’s Eve at Searock Grill, in the heart of Circular Quay, and experience an unforgettable celebration
Josephine Wants To Dance
Jump into the tutu-tastic adventure of self-discovery, ballet and... kangaroos
Telly Tuita: The Tā and Vā of Tongpop
Time and space explored in a Thirsty Mile artist takeover
Future Vet Kids Camp
Future Vet Kids Camp is an exciting veterinary-inspired face-to-face and virtual school holiday program.
School Holiday E-Waste Tinker and Robot Build Workshop
Using reclaimed materials and disassembled electronics, make vintage science fiction-inspired robot costumes.
Westpac OpenAir
Westpac OpenAir cinema is an unforgettable moment in each Sydney summer.
School holidays: manga comic book workshop, 9-12 yrs
Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshop
School holidays: wheel throwing basics, 12-17yrs
Explore the wonderful medium of clay in this half-day workshop for teens
Operation Ouch! Live: Quest for the Jurassic Fart
TV’s favourite doctors return to Australia this January with a gigantic brand-new show
School holidays: Laser cut keyrings from nature 10-15yrs
Create your own laser cut key-ring from nature in this 2-hour interactive workshop
School holidays: Explore robotics with m-Bot 9-12yrs
Master coding in this beginner workshop
School holidays: wheel throwing for kids, 9-12yrs (morning)
Explore the wonderful medium of clay in this half-day workshop for kids
School holidays: Creative coding 1 - Code & create 8-12 yrs
Make your very own computer-generated artwork using coding.
School Holidays: Introduction to Printmaking, 13-17 yrs
Explore mono printing by creating unique prints with stencils and mark-making techniques in this fun, hands-on workshop.
School holidays: Ozobot maze 8-12yrs
A fun introduction to robotics and coding for kids
School holidays: Creative coding 2 - Imagination Lab 8-12yrs
Make your very own computer-generated artwork using coding.
School holidays: manga comic book workshop, 13-17 yrs
Learn how to make your own manga style comics in this introductory workshop
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
Ghostly Garden for kids
Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!
World Premiere of Gabby's Dollhouse Live! to open in Australia in March 2025 ahead of global tour.