Filter by

Children & family

Category

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.

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Market City

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Market City

Join Market City’s 7-week Lunar New Year Festival with free performances, workshops, giveaways & authentic Asian dining.
Today 9am to 10pm
Lunar Lanterns on Hay Street

Lunar Lanterns on Hay Street

Hay Street lights up with this vibrant lantern installation
Today 12am to 11.59pm
Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat

Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat

Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW
Today 10am to 5pm
Fire Horse on Dixon Street

Fire Horse on Dixon Street

Welcoming the Lunar New Year with light, warmth and optimism in the heart of Chinatown.
Today 12am to 11.59pm
Art adventure

Art adventure

Journey through the MCA with this activity trail designed for kids and their families.
Today 10am to 6pm
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Madame Tussauds Sydney!

Celebrate Lunar New Year at Madame Tussauds Sydney!

Celebrate the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at Madame Tussauds Sydney!
Today 10am to 4pm
Celebrate Lunar New Year at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Celebrate Lunar New Year at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Celebrate the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium!
Today 10am to 4pm
Celebrate Lunar New Year at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

Celebrate Lunar New Year at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo

Celebrate the Year of the Horse this Lunar New Year at WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo!
Today 10am to 4pm
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
Today 9.20am to 12pm
French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
Today 9.20am to 12pm
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience
Today 9.30am to 6.30pm
K-Bop

K-Bop

A parent child singing circle with Angie Who
Today 10am to 10.40am
Lunar New Year at Lotus Barangaroo

Lunar New Year at Lotus Barangaroo

Usher in new beginnings and good fortune at Lotus Restaurants.
Today 12pm to 8pm
Lunar New Year at Lotus The Galeries

Lunar New Year at Lotus The Galeries

Usher in new beginnings and good fortune at Lotus Restaurants.
Today 12pm to 8pm
Singing and stories at Ultimo Library, 0 to 5 years

Singing and stories at Ultimo Library, 0 to 5 years

Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Today 10.30am to 11.15am
The Curious World of Pamela Allen

The Curious World of Pamela Allen

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.
Today 9am to 8pm
Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Summit

Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Summit

Connect with loved ones as you ring in the Year of the Horse atop the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge
Today 9am to 5pm
Cool Little Kids: Helping Parents Tackle Childhood Anxiety

Cool Little Kids: Helping Parents Tackle Childhood Anxiety

Five-week program developed by Macquarie University delivered free to parents in City of Sydney
Today 10am to 12pm
CPR and First aid for babies & toddlers

CPR and First aid for babies & toddlers

Demonstration and advice for parents and carers
Today 9.30am to 11.30am
Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration

Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration

The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day.
Today 9.30am to 5pm
Holdsworth Woollahra Playgroup

Holdsworth Woollahra Playgroup

erm 1 at Holdsworth Playgroups is packed with exciting themes
Today 8am to 12pm
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.
Today 4.30pm to 6pm
Free bike tune up: Chippendale

Free bike tune up: Chippendale

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Tomorrow
Lunar New Year at Darling Harbour

Lunar New Year at Darling Harbour

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with thrilling jet pack shows, lion dances, creative workshops, tempting eats and more.
Tomorrow
Chinese New Year in the Chinese Garden of Friendship

Chinese New Year in the Chinese Garden of Friendship

Immerse yourself in Chinese culture at the Garden with kids crafts, music, zodiac readings and more.
Tomorrow
Hansel & Gretel

Hansel & Gretel

Who’s that nibbling at my house? I’ll lure them in with sweets to eat, a child is a witch’s favourite treat!
Tomorrow
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
Tomorrow
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
Tomorrow
Lunar New Year at Pearl Dining

Lunar New Year at Pearl Dining

Welcome the Lunar New Year with an indulgent banquet inspired by prosperity, abundance, and refined flavours.
Tomorrow
Weekly art classes for children

Weekly art classes for children

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Tomorrow
Rhythm n Bubs

Rhythm n Bubs

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
18 Feb 2026
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
18 Feb 2026
Little Things by Roma Lestal

Little Things by Roma Lestal

The small but meaningful things that make us happy
18 Feb 2026
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
19 Feb 2026
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
19 Feb 2026
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library

Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Green Square Library

Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
19 Feb 2026
The Baby Book Club (Thursdays)

The Baby Book Club (Thursdays)

A themed experience for babies and toddlers (0–2), bringing together stories, songs, rhymes, movement and play.
19 Feb 2026
Toddler craft and chat

Toddler craft and chat

Bring your toddler to this fun session and connect with other parents
19 Feb 2026
Pottery Course for Kids (Ages 10-15)

Pottery Course for Kids (Ages 10-15)

This 9-week course, running during the school term, introduces the essentials of hand-built pottery
19 Feb 2026
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.
20 Feb 2026
Lunar New Year Jet Pack Shows and Fireworks

Lunar New Year Jet Pack Shows and Fireworks

Catch performers in Lunar New Year costumes, soaring sky high over the waters of Cockle Bay, propelled by jet packs.
21 Feb 2026
Lunar New Year Festival on Kensington Street

Lunar New Year Festival on Kensington Street

Ring in the Year of the Horse in the heart of Chippendale’s bustling Kensington Street.
21 Feb 2026
Lion Dance at Ho Jiak Town Hall

Lion Dance at Ho Jiak Town Hall

Come celebrate Lunar New Year with Ho Jiak Town Hall
21 Feb 2026
Lunar New Year Celebrations at the Maritime Museum

Lunar New Year Celebrations at the Maritime Museum

Celebrate the year of the Horse with us! A full day of cultural performances and creative family-friendly workshops.
22 Feb 2026
CYL Lion and Dragon Dance Workshops

CYL Lion and Dragon Dance Workshops

You're invited to understand, learn, experience and perform with us
22 Feb 2026
Lunar New Year at the Art Galley of NSW

Lunar New Year at the Art Galley of NSW

Celebrate Lunar New Year with a series of free events at the Art Gallery of New South Wales
22 Feb 2026
Citizens Sydney Official Relaunch Service

Citizens Sydney Official Relaunch Service

Official Relaunch Service Sunday 22nd February 10am Darling Quarter Theatre
22 Feb 2026
Kids kung fu classes

Kids kung fu classes

The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
22 Feb 2026
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
22 Feb 2026
MCA Art Play

MCA Art Play

Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.
23 Feb 2026
Asi Wind

Asi Wind

WORLD-RENOWNED MAGICIAN AND MENTALIST MAKES HIS SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE DEBUT with MORE THAN MAGIC
23 Feb 2026
Meet the new Australian Children’s Laureate

Meet the new Australian Children’s Laureate

Join us online for the official launch of the new Australian Children's Laureate: Andy Griffiths!
24 Feb 2026
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
26 Feb 2026
Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library

Forked Tongues Storytellers @ Glebe Library

Join us in a special storytelling event where Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales from around the world.
26 Feb 2026
Lullaby Club

Lullaby Club

A singing circle for new mamas with tea and cake.
27 Feb 2026
KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

The KMPG Sydney Sail Grand Prix 2026 will feature a spectacular twilight racing format for the first time
28 Feb 2026
Horse Power: Year of the Horse Children’s Workshop

Horse Power: Year of the Horse Children’s Workshop

Celebrate the Lunar New Year and welcome the Year of the Horse with a series of workstations.
28 Feb 2026
Horsing Around!

Horsing Around!

Our giant games are free for you to play in the heart of Haymarket.
28 Feb 2026
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
28 Feb 2026
Classical Saturdays at the QVB

Classical Saturdays at the QVB

A classical concert in the QVB, featuring expert & upcoming musicians in a range of instruments.
28 Feb 2026
Welcome the Year of the Horse: Free Lantern Craft for Kids

Welcome the Year of the Horse: Free Lantern Craft for Kids

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with free lantern-making, calligraphy and festive crafts for children and families.
28 Feb 2026
Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
7 Mar 2026
Maroubra Beach markets

Maroubra Beach markets

Cambridge Market's continues popular beach market
7 Mar 2026
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.
7 Mar 2026
The Sacred Return

The Sacred Return

An online healing space for mothers, caregivers and women who hold others. You give so much. You deserve to be held too.
7 Mar 2026
Future Council – Community Film Screening

Future Council – Community Film Screening

​As part of Climate Action Week Sydney, UNSW invites you to a special community screening of Future Council
10 Mar 2026
Homeschool Makertime: 3D Printing 8-12yrs

Homeschool Makertime: 3D Printing 8-12yrs

A fun makerspace session for home schoolers exploring 3D printing, CAD and STEM skills
10 Mar 2026
‘A world from a sheet of paper’ by Tadashi Tokieda

‘A world from a sheet of paper’ by Tadashi Tokieda

Starting from a sheet of paper, explore magic tricks and geometry in this lecture filled with table-top demonstrations
13 Mar 2026
One Fine Baby & Pregnancy Expo

One Fine Baby & Pregnancy Expo

Australia’s favourite baby and pregnancy expo
14 Mar 2026
Special Bilingual Rhymetime & Storytime at Green Square

Special Bilingual Rhymetime & Storytime at Green Square

Join us for an animated sing-a-long session for babies and toddlers, featuring a special lion dance performance.
16 Mar 2026
Special Bilingual Rhymetime & Storytime at Darling Square

Special Bilingual Rhymetime & Storytime at Darling Square

Join us for an animated sing-a-long session for babies and toddlers, featuring a special lion dance performance.
18 Mar 2026
3D print club 10-15yrs

3D print club 10-15yrs

A fun introduction to 3D printing for kids aged 10-15yrs
24 Mar 2026
Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of community celebrations
28 Mar 2026
Children's Comic Author Talk: Gina Chadderton & Oh Brother

Children's Comic Author Talk: Gina Chadderton & Oh Brother

Join Gina Chadderton at Paddington Library in discussion with Pat Grant, for all things comics and her new book!
28 Mar 2026
Sydney Family Show @ The Entertainment Quarter

Sydney Family Show @ The Entertainment Quarter

Get ready for Sydney’s best-value family Easter show, returning to The Entertainment Quarter, from 12th–27th April 2025!
2 Apr 2026
School Holidays: Street Scenes

School Holidays: Street Scenes

Create a colourful collage of your neighbourhood using mixed media in this fun workshop.
15 Apr 2026
Mother’s Day sculpture walk

Mother’s Day sculpture walk

This Mother’s Day, join our expert volunteer guides for a special guided walk through this open-air gallery
9 May 2026
Board Game Convention at ICC: Play Con

Board Game Convention at ICC: Play Con

Australia's largest dedicated board gaming convention, held annually in Sydney across 3 days.
3 Jul 2026
Cirque du Soleil – Kooza

Cirque du Soleil – Kooza

The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production ‘Kooza’ is coming to Sydney in 2026 with tickets on sale now.
17 Oct 2026