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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.

Choirs in the City: Martin Place

Choirs in the City: Martin Place

Street choirs singing carols perform every night leading up to Christmas.
Today 6pm to 8pm
Clubs Academy Summer Holiday Program

Clubs Academy Summer Holiday Program

Not your average child-minding service, there is a club for everyone!
Today 8am to 6pm
Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
Today 8pm to 9.30pm
Santa in the City

Santa in the City

Santa photos in Martin Place
Today 9am to 10pm
Youth table tennis and games in Glebe

Youth table tennis and games in Glebe

Free after school social after school program for ages 11 to 18
Today 3.30pm to 5pm
Book exchange

Book exchange

Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Today 12pm to 9pm
Canopy of Light

Canopy of Light

Transforming Pitt Street Mall
Today 8pm to 1am
Darling Harbour Floating Christmas Tree

Darling Harbour Floating Christmas Tree

Come and see the first floating Christmas tree to hit Sydney, in Darling Harbour!
Today 12am to 1pm
Glebe community barbecue

Glebe community barbecue

Come and join us Wednesday weekly (excluding school holidays) for some food and fun
Today 3.30pm to 5.30pm
Retro gaming and Dungeons & Dragons

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.
Today 3pm to 5.30pm
Rhythm n Bubs

Rhythm n Bubs

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Today 10.30am to 11.15am
Table tennis

Table tennis

Drop in and play on our free outdoor tables
Today 10am to 8pm
Carnival Carnage 7D Dark Ride

Carnival Carnage 7D Dark Ride

Play against your friends and family in this multi-sensory interactive experience.
Today 10am to 4pm
Christmas crafternoon

Christmas crafternoon

Join us for an afternoon of mini wreath making and card colouring
Today 4pm to 5pm
Explore an enchanting Christmas Candyland

Explore an enchanting Christmas Candyland

Discover peppermint pines, oversized lollipops, and hidden holiday sweets hiding around every corner!
Today 9am to 9pm
Free heritage tour of former Sydney General Post Office

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
Today 11.45am to 1.15pm
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience
Today 9.30am to 5.30pm
Grug and the Rainbow

Grug and the Rainbow

From the top of a burrawang tree to the end of a rainbow, follow Grug on his adventure!
Today 10.30am to 3pm
Rising Artists Exhibition

Rising Artists Exhibition

Explore beautiful artwork by children & young people in foster care, inspired by the theme ‘Where I feel I belong'
Today 8.30am to 6pm
Santa at the Summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

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
Today 8am to 11am
The Rocks walking tours

The Rocks walking tours

Discover what makes The Rocks tick on a Sydney heritage walk
Today 9.30am to 4pm
Wundrful World of Christmas

Wundrful World of Christmas

An Immersive Animated Adventure to the North Pole
Today 9.30am to 6pm
Martin Place Christmas Markets

Martin Place Christmas Markets

Sydney’s most enchanting Christmas market experience in the heart of Sydney this holiday season
Tomorrow
Christmas at the Cathedral

Christmas at the Cathedral

The Cathedral's famous light show celebrates 'A Christmas Carol'
Tomorrow
Free trial class: Robotics and coding for kids

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!
Tomorrow
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.
Tomorrow
Playgroup

Playgroup

Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
Tomorrow
Seedlings nature school

Seedlings nature school

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
Tomorrow
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.
Tomorrow
Mums and bubs pilates social group

Mums and bubs pilates social group

Gentle pilates and stretch for mums with newborn babies and toddlers followed by coffee
13 Dec 2024
Experience the Way of Samurai in Sydney

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.
13 Dec 2024
NCIE Community Christmas Party

NCIE Community Christmas Party

Join us at our Community Christmas Party, Entertainment, activities, food & a family Christmas movie under the stars.
13 Dec 2024
Teen acting classes: New York style acting studio

Teen acting classes: New York style acting studio

Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen in a very specific step-by-step formula
13 Dec 2024
Darling Harbour Christmas Festival

Darling Harbour Christmas Festival

Two nights of free entertainment featuring performances from Samantha Jade, Anthony Callea and more!
14 Dec 2024
Glebe Christmas Concert

Glebe Christmas Concert

Sing, dance and be merry in the spirit of Sydney Christmas
14 Dec 2024
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
14 Dec 2024
Darlington Activity Centre information day

Darlington Activity Centre information day

Explore our newly refurbished venue for hire and enjoy free family activities and a sausage sizzle.
14 Dec 2024
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
14 Dec 2024
Christmas at Darling Square

Christmas at Darling Square

Join us this holiday season for a dazzling light installation, free entertainment and a delicious feast!
14 Dec 2024
French Christmas Market by LCS

French Christmas Market by LCS

70 stalls offering the best French & international inspired products | Xmas shopping for unique gifts, foods & homewares
14 Dec 2024
Japanese Kimono Competition

Japanese Kimono Competition

Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate in and enjoy!
14 Dec 2024
Kaleidoscope Prints Workshop

Kaleidoscope Prints Workshop

Create a series of colourful monoprints by exploring colour, layering of shapes, patterns, and stencils.
14 Dec 2024
Masaya Kamei in Piano Recital

Masaya Kamei in Piano Recital

Don't miss the Sydney debut of young brilliant career pianist Masaya Kamei.
14 Dec 2024
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting online via Zoom

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.
14 Dec 2024
The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Sydney

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!
14 Dec 2024
Today at Apple: The Power of Storytelling

Today at Apple: The Power of Storytelling

Join Brooke Blurton and Matty Mills at Apple Sydney as they share personal insights through a First Nations lens.
15 Dec 2024
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
15 Dec 2024
Horse Riding Camp

Horse Riding Camp

Horse Riding Camp in the heart of Sydney
15 Dec 2024
Kids kung fu class

Kids kung fu class

The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
15 Dec 2024
Youth check-in mentoring and coaching

Youth check-in mentoring and coaching

For teens ages 14 to 18 who need support to reach goals in school and employment
16 Dec 2024
Ready Steady Go Kids

Ready Steady Go Kids

A physio designed multi-sport program for kids aged 1.5 - 6 years
16 Dec 2024
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
17 Dec 2024
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.
17 Dec 2024
Santa's studio

Santa's studio

Your little elves can create beautiful Christmas crafts and presants
19 Dec 2024
The Christmas Spectacular

The Christmas Spectacular

Witness the most magical holiday event of the season!
20 Dec 2024
Green Square Christmas Market

Green Square Christmas Market

Christmas special of Cambridge Market's loved weekly market
21 Dec 2024
Harbour Village at Darling Harbour

Harbour Village at Darling Harbour

Two days of free craft workshops, sing-a-longs, lawn games, dance parties and a whole lot of family fun!
21 Dec 2024
Santa's Studio

Santa's Studio

Santa has landed in Centennial Parklands! Join us for hours of creative gift making and nature exploration.
23 Dec 2024
Christmas Day Dinner at Sailmaker

Christmas Day Dinner at Sailmaker

This festive season, come together with family and friends at Sailmaker Restaurant’s coveted Christmas events.
25 Dec 2024
Christmas Day lunch

Christmas Day lunch

Spend a magical Christmas Day in the heart of Sydney
25 Dec 2024
Christmas Day Lunch at Noi

Christmas Day Lunch at Noi

Dine at your favourite neighbourhood Italian in Petersham this Christmas!
25 Dec 2024
Christmas Day lunch at Sailmaker

Christmas Day lunch at Sailmaker

Indulge in a Christmas feast and experience the magic of the festive season at Sailmaker restaurant.
25 Dec 2024
Christmas Day Lunch at Sails

Christmas Day Lunch at Sails

Dine on the Sydney waterfront and let us do all the work this Christmas!
25 Dec 2024
Christmas Day Lunch at Ventuno

Christmas Day Lunch at Ventuno

Dine on the Sydney waterfront this Christmas!
25 Dec 2024
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 2024
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh

New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh

Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.
31 Dec 2024
New Year's Eve at Sydney Tower Eye

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!
31 Dec 2024
New Year's Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill

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
31 Dec 2024
New years eve at The Greens

New years eve at The Greens

Join us for an unforgettable new year’s eve family affair on the greens
31 Dec 2024
Josephine Wants To Dance

Josephine Wants To Dance

Jump into the tutu-tastic adventure of self-discovery, ballet and... kangaroos
3 Jan 2025
Colour Maze

Colour Maze

A wonderland of art and play for kids
4 Jan 2025
The Whale by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre

The Whale by Spare Parts Puppet Theatre

For 10 summer days and nights this graceful large-scale whale installation will make Bondi its home.
4 Jan 2025
Wind in the Willows

Wind in the Willows

Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank
4 Jan 2025
Future Vet Kids Camp

Future Vet Kids Camp

Future Vet Kids Camp is an exciting veterinary-inspired face-to-face and virtual school holiday program.
6 Jan 2025
School Holiday Pony Camp

School Holiday Pony Camp

Join us for plenty of fun and games in the saddle this school holidays.
6 Jan 2025
Costa's Garden Book Launch at The Botanic Gardens

Costa's Garden Book Launch at The Botanic Gardens

Everyone's favourite garden gnome, Costa Georgiadis has written a book for young green-thumbs all about flowers!
7 Jan 2025
Park Science – Marvellous Machines

Park Science – Marvellous Machines

Inspire your inner engineer on our zany Marvellous Machines day in the park!
7 Jan 2025
Bushrangers – water world

Bushrangers – water world

Keep cool this summer – join our educators for a whole day of water fun away from the beach.
8 Jan 2025
School Holiday E-Waste Tinker and Robot Build Workshop

School Holiday E-Waste Tinker and Robot Build Workshop

Using reclaimed materials and disassembled electronics, make vintage science fiction-inspired robot costumes.
8 Jan 2025
Westpac OpenAir

Westpac OpenAir

Westpac OpenAir cinema is an unforgettable moment in each Sydney summer.
9 Jan 2025
Park Arts – Wild Wonders

Park Arts – Wild Wonders

Join our full-day art adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature!
9 Jan 2025
Macrame keyring workshop, family session 8+

Macrame keyring workshop, family session 8+

A creative, hands-on Macrame workshop for persons aged 8 years and over plus their families
14 Jan 2025
Fun with makerspace robotics kits, 5 to 8 years

Fun with makerspace robotics kits, 5 to 8 years

A makerspace kits introduction workshop - Come and explore this fun and engaging session.
15 Jan 2025
Fun with makerspace robotics kits (5 to 8 Years)

Fun with makerspace robotics kits (5 to 8 Years)

A makerspace kits introduction workshop - Come and explore this fun and engaging session
17 Jan 2025
Operation Ouch! Live: Quest for the Jurassic Fart

Operation Ouch! Live: Quest for the Jurassic Fart

TV’s favourite doctors return to Australia this January with a gigantic brand-new show
20 Jan 2025
Sandhya Pappukkaran workshop

Sandhya Pappukkaran workshop

Join Sandhya Parappukkaran these school holidays for stories, writing and fun crafts inspired by her award-winning book
20 Jan 2025
Golden Age of Flight Workshop

Golden Age of Flight Workshop

School holiday craft activities from the golden age of flight!
23 Jan 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.
1 Feb 2025
Term 1 2025 Sunday skateboarding lessons

Term 1 2025 Sunday skateboarding lessons

Learn to ride with expert instructors! Safe, fun sessions for kids, from beginners to advanced
9 Feb 2025
Ocean Lovers Festival

Ocean Lovers Festival

A festival of ideas, art + music and actions for the ocean
22 Mar 2025
Ghostly Garden for kids

Ghostly Garden for kids

Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
11 Apr 2025
Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland.
12 Apr 2025
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!

Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!

World Premiere of Gabby's Dollhouse Live! to open in Australia in March 2025 ahead of global tour.
12 Apr 2025
110% Ready

110% Ready

Written & performed by The Listies
26 Jun 2025
Imagine Live

Imagine Live

by Jolyon James, based on the book ‘Imagine’ by Alison Lester
31 Jul 2025