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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.
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years.
A fun storytelling program for pre-school children, combining stories, music and singing
Rhymetime @ Glebe Library, 0-2 years
Entertainment and literacy education for babies and toddlers
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Darling Harbour Christmas
Enjoy a cracker of a Christmas with a Christmas Festival, fireworks, pedal boats, mini golf, festive eats and more!
A December to Remember: A festive walk-through experience
Take a Selfie with an Elfie in the one-of-a-kind Christmas photo pop up event set
Australian Beauty Flourishes at The Strand Arcade
A specially commissioned installation of Christmas decorations inspired by native flowers
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Bilingual Rhyme time @ Darling Square, 0-2 years
Come along to our animated sing-a-long session for babies and toddlers
Children's tennis classes after-school and weekends
Small group classes delivered by qualified professional tennis coaches at several inner city park locations
Christmas at the Cathedral
Christmas fun for everyone. Illumination display, along with market stalls, food, fun activities and live entertainment
Cinderella the Musical
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella is now showing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre!
Feel Like A Legend With Dylan Alcott At Madame Tussauds Syd
Take a seat alongside Dylan Alcott and test your serve speed in our all-new wheelchair tennis experience!
Free bike tune ups: Pyrmont
We’re talking to pedestrians and riders about respecting each other’s journey
INSTA Sydney - Photographic icons of Sydney
Get the best angles for a memorable photo history of Sydney. Instant Instagrammable
LinguaKidz online language classes for kids
'Discover a World of Fun with Languages' with lessons in Mandarin, Japanese, Spanish, Italian, French and Portuguese
Love Your Nature
Explore a kaleidoscope of colour, plants and passion with Love Your Nature
Musical: Nice Work If You Can Get It
The feel-good hit musical to end 2022 in style... Art Deco Style!
Photos with Santa at David Jones
Visit our Christmas World of Wonder for your Santa photos
Redcoats, Rascals & Thunderboxes - History of Sydney
You probably think you know the beginnings of Sydney and will challenge your knowledge, testing the beginnings of Sydney
Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun program for babies and toddlers, combining rhymes, music and singing
Self guided Sydney walking tours
Explore Sydney's secret sights, an interactive tour, treasure hunt-style
Serenity Sydney-new holistic therapy for children and adults
Specialised relaxation treatment program specifically designed for disability, behaviours and mental health concerns.
Squishy Taylor and the City-Wide Ghost Plague
A story, puzzles to solve and an adventure all-in-one
Storytime @ Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
Stories, music and singing for pre-school children
Sydney scavenger hunts: Death on The Rocks
An immersive urban game through the heart of Sydney, for teams of 2-5
Term 4 gymnastics with EGA
Term 4 registrations are now open for gymnastics at Eastern Gymnastics Academy
Virtual Reality Experiences
Experience the world's best free roam virtual reality - arena scale, huge open space with up to 8 players
Weekly drawing for kids classes
Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of drawing classes for children aged from 3 years old
Weekly language classes for kids
Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of languages classes for children aged from 3 years old
Bilingual storytime @ Darling Square Library
Support your child’s literacy and Mandarin knowledge with storytime
Barangaroo Bells
Barangaroo is home to three gigantic interactive Christmas bells with swings
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert
It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our free concer
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years (Glebe)
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
During this class you and your little dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Sydney's Ultimate Splatter Paint Studio - Bondi Junction
VR experience night out
A different gaming experience for the whole family, kids and grown-ups alike
Auslan and English storytime @ Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Glebe Christmas Concert
Dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our free, Christmas concert.
Darling Harbour Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular display along the harbour's edge
Australian Brandenburg Orchestra presents Noël! Noël!
Feel the magic in the summer air as a beloved annual tradition returns this Christmas!
Blind and low vision tennis - soundball tennis
Group tennis for blind or low vision players of all ages and abilities
Flow Athletic Fun Run
Flow Athletic are hosting 5km and 10km run run to raise money for Kookaburra Kids
Gunyama Park Summer Open Day
Join us on Saturday 10 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.
Hidden Sydney walking tour (Pyrmont, Ultimo and Glebe)
Get off the beaten track to see a different side of Sydney!
Ice cream & street art adventure for kids
A family-friendly walk discovering Newtown’s best street art, while the kids are entertained with ice cream samples
Printmaking holiday gift wrapping paper 12+
Create unique gift wrap paper for the upcoming holiday season using monoprint and block printmaking
The Metropolitan Orchestra - Children's Christmas Concerts
Children's Christmas Cushion Concerts performed by The Metropolitan Orchestra. Family fun!
Victoria Park Pool Summer Open Day
Join us on Saturday 10 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.
Weekly art classes for children
Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Alexandria Christmas Concert
It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our free concert.
Kids kung fu class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish - Family Fun Preview
Say hola to his little friends
Santa photos at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge
Meet Santa atop the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge for a one-of-a-kind Aussie Christmas photo and 360 degree views
Code Camp School Holiday Programs
Kids can design, code, and create with technology, producing games, websites, music and videos in just 2-3 days
Bilingual Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
Animated sing-a-long session in Mandarin and English for babies and toddlers.
Bilingual Storytime @ Green Square Library
Listen to stories in Mandarin and English
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library: 0-2 years
Entertainment and literacy education for babies and toddlers
12 Days of Christmas at Dendy Newtown
Get in the Christmas spirit with 12 Christmas classics.
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5 - 3 yrs (Ultimo)
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 (Ultimo)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Junior Jazz Class: 5-8 years
Junior Jazz classes are a great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Secret Cinema at Sheraton Grand Hyde Park
Who doesn’t love the excitement of counting down the 12 days of Christmas?
Storytime @ Darling Square, 3-5 years
Entertainment and literacy education for babies and toddlers
Rhymetime @ Surry Hills Library, 0 - 2 years
Entertainment and literacy education for babies and toddlers
Storytime @ Surry Hills Library, 3 - 5 years
Stories, music and singing for pre-school children
Christmas gift tags and decorations (12+)
A creative, hands-on workshop for people aged 12 years and over to create handmade Christmas gift tags and decorations.
Maker and creator workshops for kids aged 8 to 12
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
A Choral Christmas Celebration
A Concert featuring the St. Mary’s Cathedral Choir and Sinfonia Australis
Four Seasons Festive Themed High Tea
A stunning Festive themed High Tea experience at Mode Kitchen & Bar
Madagascar The Musical
This brand new musical from DreamWorks will leave audiences with no choice but to ‘move it, move it’
Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks
Explore the fascinating world of The Brickman's LEGO® models and real shipwreck objects.
Carols @ All Souls Leichhardt
Community event from 4pm with face painting, petting zoo, pony rides, jumping castle, and carols at 6pm
Cook + Phillip Park Pool Summer Open Day
Join us on Saturday 17 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.
Festive Maker Time – for families
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this festive themed intergenerational 3-hour session
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre Summer Open Day
Join us on Saturday 17 December, for an action-packed day to celebrate the start of Summer.
The Australian Chamber Orchestra Presents: ‘Dear Santa’
Dear Santa, It must be cool riding in a sled. We don’t have a chimney… Can you squeeze through the cat flap?
Storytime at The Women's Library
Cynthia’s stories for babies and young children are fun and warm, and sure to spark their imagination
The Amazing Maurice - family fun preview
From the legendary Terry Pratchett comes a furry tail with a whiff of intrigue.
Christmas at Sydney Town Hall
Christmas spectacular with the Grand organ, bands and choirs
Free skateboarding clinics at South Eveleigh
Safe, fun and inclusive skateboarding program for kids 5 - 13 yrs
Woodwork Tools Class for Kids (9-12 Years)
Learn how to use simple hand tools to build your own timber creation.
Powerhouse Summer School Holiday Program
Immersive summer school holiday workshops for kids aged 5-15 at Powerhouse Ultimo
Miraculous Harvest! Songs for Christmas
A Concert of Folk Carols, Cantios and Songs of Christmas Cheer
Tinkering with tools for kids: Electronics and e-waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct e-waste objects.
Sound Out the Street
Celebrate the artists and locals that make our everyday streets extraordinary.
Christmas celebrations at Shangri-La Sydney
Celebrate Christmas with a luxurious Shangri-La Sydney getaway and lunch buffet served in the elegant Grand Ballroom
Christmas Eve buffet dinner
A traditional carvery, all your festive favourites, plus a 2-hour beverage package
Christmas Day feast at Shangri-La Sydney
Gather your nearest and dearest for a traditional Christmas lunch buffet in the spectacular Grand Ballroom
Christmas Day lunch at Altitude
Channel your inner Christmas cheer with a delicious family feast overlooking Sydney’s most spectacular view at Altitude
Christmas Day seafood buffet dinner
Wrap up your Christmas festivities with a traditional seafood buffet at Sir Stamford
Christmas lunch at the Gantry
Christmas lunch at The Gantry with waterfront views and a sumptuous Aussie Seafood menu
Christmas Lunch Buffet at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Celebrate Christmas Day at Sofitel Sydney Wentworth
Christmas seafood buffet lunch
Be blown away by our sumptuous Christmas seafood buffet
PolArt Sydney2022
Celebrate Polish culture and heritage through various artforms
Sunset spotlight tour
Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
Guylian Cafe NYE Celebration by the harbour
Enjoy an unforgettable viewing experience of the Harbour Bridge NYE fireworks with friends and family
James Craig New Year's Eve Cruise 2022
Experience the dazzling New Year's Eve Fireworks on Sydney Harbour on board the historic James Craig!
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
Steak and seafood night with outdoor seating and views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge fireworks
New Years Eve Family Spectacular at the Greens
Family friendly harbour views event in the north of Sydney
Kangatraining
Physiotherapist designed, post-birth workout that new mum's can do with baby in a supportive and fun environment
Listies - Make Some Noise
Make Some Noise! is a comedy concert for humans aged 4-400.
Balance Bike school holiday clinic
Bikewise is here to help your children transition to pedals
Future Vet Kids Camp
Future Vet Kids Camp is an exciting veterinary-inspired face-to-face and virtual school holiday program.
Le Ray Gymnastics holiday camps for kids
Gymnastics, dance, games and fun activities your kids will love
National Art School Summer School Holiday Workshops
Fill You Summer School Holidays with art making!
Edward the Emu
A hilarious tale of two emus... Edward and Edwina adventure together on stage!
Le Ray gymnastics school holiday camps for kids
Le Ray Gymnastics, Australia’s most awarded Rhythmic Gymnastics Centre, is running school holiday gymnastics in Croydon
Monkey Baa Presents Edward the Emu
A hilarious tale of two emus... Edward and Edwina adventure together on stage!
Garden grubs
Explore a range of creative and action based activities whilst connecting with nature!
Aboriginal biscuits and bush tea
Experience a taste sensation with Indigenous bush foods and ingredients
Ghostly Garden Tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
School holidays: Maker and creator (8-12 years)
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with this sensational 2-hour creative workshop for kids
Music Camp for Kids 5-12 years: January School Holidays
In 2 days, we'll turn your kids into superstars. They'll discover and play instruments, write and perform a song & more.
School holidays: Laser cut jewellery (13–16 years)
Create your own laser cut jewellery in this 3-hour interactive workshop for ages 13-16
Make your own laser cut flower press (12-15 years)
Laser cut a personalized flower press and press your first plants
Sydney Lunar Streets – Haymarket street festival
Kick off your lunar new year celebrations at Sydney Lunar Streets – part of the 2023 Sydney Lunar Festival.
Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit at South Eveleigh
With cultural performances, activities for all ages and Lunar New Year Feasts
School holiday skateboarding clinic - Gladesville Reserve
Holiday fun for young skaters!
Ballet International Gala III
Australia's BIGGEST ballet gala makes its Sydney debut at ICC Sydney on 27 and 28 of January 2023.
Open day for trans and gender diverse people
Join a no-cost, all ages, alcohol-free ticketed event at Cook + Phillip Park Pool
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
The Rainbow Tree at Sydney WorldPride
A musical storytelling show created with Rainbow families for Rainbow families and their allies
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
Sydney Streets on Crown Street
We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street