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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.
Superluminal
Step into the wondrous wild with Patch Theatre’s new immersive installation, Superluminal.
School holiday performances and workshops Darling Harbour
Get ready to grin and giggle at Darling Harbour with family-friendly performances.
Summer school holidays at the Art Gallery of NSW
Get creative at the Art Gallery these school holidays
Warner Bros. Discovery Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter
Darling Quarter transforms into Sydney’s premier outdoor movie destination for a third sensational season.
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Summit
Connect with loved ones as you ring in the Year of the Snake atop the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge
Polish Rhyme & Story Time
A fun interactive session of singing and rhymes for children aged 0-6 years
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australian
Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.
BOOKED OUT: Creative coding 2 - Imagination Lab 8-12yrs
Make your very own computer-generated artwork using coding.
Free Rattle Drum Workshop at The Rocks Discovery Museum
Make your own rattle drum to take home in this school holiday workshop
Game On this Summer School Holidays at BridgeClimb
School Holidays are sorted with incredible savings + adventure-filled 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.
School holidays: manga comic book workshop, 13-17 yrs
Learn how to make your own manga style comics in this introductory workshop
Telly Tuita: The Tā and Vā of Tongpop
Time and space explored in a Thirsty Mile artist takeover
The Rocks walking tours
Discover what makes The Rocks tick on a Sydney heritage walk
Westpac OpenAir
Westpac OpenAir cinema is an unforgettable moment in each Sydney summer.
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!
Australia Day in Sydney
The Australia Day in Sydney program is packed with free activities and entertainment for all.
Harbourfest
Sydney Harbour is the place to be on 26 January with plenty of free events and fun activities on the sea, shore and sky.
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise
See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
AustraliaDay@theHouse 2025
This Australia Day come to Government House - the perfect location for a free, fun and family friendly experience.
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise
See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
Australia Day Live
Unforgettable musical performances by top Aussie talent choreographed with a spectacular fireworks display
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
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
Little Bakers' Festive Cookies Kids Workshop
Add a sprinkle of creativity to this Lunar New Year with our Little Bakers' Festive Cookies Kids Workshop!
Lunar New Year Balloon Art Kids Workshop
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with creativity and fun!
WugulOra Morning Ceremony
WugulOra (meaning ‘One Mob’) is a time for inclusion, understanding and reconciliation.
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!
School Holiday Program: The Year of the Snake
28-30 January: Wind your way through the Museum in this workshop filled with activities relating to all things serpents
AFL School Holiday Programs
Play NAB AFL Auskick and Superkick these school holidays, with programs all across Greater Sydney.
Free bike tune ups: Surry Hills
We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Lunar New Year Hand-Painted Nightlights Kids Workshops
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with creativity and light!
Mini Sprouts: Make a cardboard garden with Jeff McCann
Participants will use cardboard and simple craft techniques to create mini floral inspired free standing artworks
Park Science – Marvellous Machines
Inspire your inner engineer on our zany Marvellous Machines day in the park!
12 Lunar Lanterns by Erika Zhu
Catch a glimpse of our 12 beautiful lanterns as they lead you down George Street and into Haymarket
Rhythm n Bubs
Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Bushrangers – water world
Keep cool this summer – join our educators for a whole day of water fun away from the beach.
Snake installation on Dixon Street
A family of friendly snakes welcome you to Chinatown
Music with Jules
Music with Jules is a music program that is taught through play: singing, moving and playing instruments
Storytime with Josh – School Holidays
Stories for kids at Maybanke Community Centre, Pyrmont
Playgroup
Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
Park Arts – Wild Wonders
Join our full-day art adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature!
Sydney Lunar Streets – Haymarket street festival
Mark your calendars for the biggest street party of the year
JWK Lunar New Year High Pole Lion Dance
Amazing high pole lion dance performances by Sydney's premier team: JWK
Free Dance Classes with Nikki Webster, open week 2025
Visit the studios, try free dance classes, meet the teachers, and make new friends
Lunar New Year Kids Workshop
Explore connection and creativity in this inspiring hands-on session!
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
Lunar New Year Street Festival 2025 - Year of the Snake
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Kensington Street!
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.
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
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
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
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
How to play Mahjong at THE ARTISTRY FESTIVAL 2025
Learn how to play Mahjong only in 45 min at THE ARTISTRY 2025
Lunar New Year at The Artistry
A celebration of Asian culture at this three day festival
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Weekend makertime for families: Lunar New Year
Gain practical creative skills in this festive session for ages 8 to 15 years and their caregivers.
Lunar Sea and Happy Chinese New Year Celebration 2025
Let's join the China Chic Fun Party and experience the Guangxi Cultural Fair!
Family Sunday: Celebrate Lunar New Year
Visit the Library for a free family event to welcome the Year of the Snake!
Term 1 2025 Sunday skateboarding lessons
Learn to ride with expert instructors! Safe, fun sessions for kids, from beginners to advanced
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.
Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
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.
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.
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
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.
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
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.
Tweenies arts and board games (9 to 12 years)
Arts and craft program for 9 - 12 year olds after-school
Alexandria Park Community BBQ
Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event
Kids at the Con: Term 1
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes are open for Term 4 2024
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Diver City 'Weekend Baby' EP Launch Show
Diver City – the children's project of comedian Matt Okine and musician KLP – are back and ready to party!
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets at Kings Cross
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets at Newtown
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets at Customs House
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
Ocean Lovers Festival Darling Harbour
A festival of ideas, art + music and actions for the ocean.
Sydney Streets on Crown Street
We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
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.
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!