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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

Superluminal

Step into the wondrous wild with Patch Theatre’s new immersive installation, Superluminal.
Tomorrow
Warner Bros. Discovery Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter

Warner Bros. Discovery Open Air Cinema at Darling Quarter

Darling Quarter transforms into Sydney’s premier outdoor movie destination for a third sensational season.
Tomorrow
Book exchange

Book exchange

Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Tomorrow
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 Snake atop the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge
Tomorrow
Polish Rhyme & Story Time

Polish Rhyme & Story Time

A fun interactive session of singing and rhymes for children aged 0-6 years
Tomorrow
Table tennis

Table tennis

Drop in and play on our free outdoor tables
Tomorrow
Colour Maze

Colour Maze

A wonderland of art and play for kids
Tomorrow
Horse Riding Camp

Horse Riding Camp

Horse Riding Camp in the heart of Sydney
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
The Rocks walking tours

The Rocks walking tours

Discover what makes The Rocks tick on a Sydney heritage walk
Tomorrow
Westpac OpenAir

Westpac OpenAir

Westpac OpenAir cinema is an unforgettable moment in each Sydney summer.
Tomorrow
Wind in the Willows

Wind in the Willows

Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank
Tomorrow
Pawcasso

Pawcasso

Painting with Puppies
25 Jan 2025
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!
25 Jan 2025
Australia Day in Sydney

Australia Day in Sydney

The Australia Day in Sydney program is packed with free activities and entertainment for all.
26 Jan 2025
Harbourfest

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.
26 Jan 2025
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
26 Jan 2025
AustraliaDay@theHouse 2025

AustraliaDay@theHouse 2025

This Australia Day come to Government House - the perfect location for a free, fun and family friendly experience.
26 Jan 2025
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
26 Jan 2025
Australia Day Live

Australia Day Live

Unforgettable musical performances by top Aussie talent choreographed with a spectacular fireworks display
26 Jan 2025
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
26 Jan 2025
Kids kung fu - try a class

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
26 Jan 2025
Little Bakers' Festive Cookies Kids Workshop

Little Bakers' Festive Cookies Kids Workshop

Add a sprinkle of creativity to this Lunar New Year with our Little Bakers' Festive Cookies Kids Workshop!
26 Jan 2025
WugulOra Morning Ceremony

WugulOra Morning Ceremony

WugulOra (meaning ‘One Mob’) is a time for inclusion, understanding and reconciliation.
26 Jan 2025
Lunar Gateways

Lunar Gateways

A tribute to Chinese, Korean, Thai and Vietnamese architecture
27 Jan 2025
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!
27 Jan 2025
School Holiday Program: The Year of the Snake

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
28 Jan 2025
AFL School Holiday Programs

AFL School Holiday Programs

Play NAB AFL Auskick and Superkick these school holidays, with programs all across Greater Sydney.
28 Jan 2025
Free bike tune ups: Surry Hills

Free bike tune ups: Surry Hills

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
28 Jan 2025
Mini Sprouts: Make a cardboard garden with Jeff McCann

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
28 Jan 2025
Park Science – Marvellous Machines

Park Science – Marvellous Machines

Inspire your inner engineer on our zany Marvellous Machines day in the park!
28 Jan 2025
12 Lunar Lanterns by Erika Zhu

12 Lunar Lanterns by Erika Zhu

Catch a glimpse of our 12 beautiful lanterns as they lead you down George Street and into Haymarket
29 Jan 2025
Rhythm n Bubs

Rhythm n Bubs

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
29 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.
29 Jan 2025
Snake installation on Dixon Street

Snake installation on Dixon Street

A family of friendly snakes welcome you to Chinatown
29 Jan 2025
Music with Jules

Music with Jules

Music with Jules is a music program that is taught through play: singing, moving and playing instruments
29 Jan 2025
Playgroup

Playgroup

Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
30 Jan 2025
Park Arts – Wild Wonders

Park Arts – Wild Wonders

Join our full-day art adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature!
30 Jan 2025
JWK Lunar New Year High Pole Lion Dance

JWK Lunar New Year High Pole Lion Dance

Amazing high pole lion dance performances by Sydney's premier team: JWK
1 Feb 2025
Elegance high tea

Elegance high tea

Celebrate Lunar New Year with Elegance high tea
1 Feb 2025
Free Dance Classes with Nikki Webster, open week 2025

Free Dance Classes with Nikki Webster, open week 2025

Visit the studios, try free dance classes, meet the teachers, and make new friends
1 Feb 2025
Lunar New Year Kids Workshop

Lunar New Year Kids Workshop

Explore connection and creativity in this inspiring hands-on session!
1 Feb 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
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
4 Feb 2025
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
4 Feb 2025
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.
4 Feb 2025
Weekly art classes for children

Weekly art classes for children

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
4 Feb 2025
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)

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
6 Feb 2025
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
7 Feb 2025
Lullaby Club

Lullaby Club

A singing circle for new mamas with tea and cake.
7 Feb 2025
Lunar New Year at The Artistry

Lunar New Year at The Artistry

A celebration of Asian culture at this three day festival
7 Feb 2025
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
7 Feb 2025
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
8 Feb 2025
Weekend makertime for families: Lunar New Year

Weekend makertime for families: Lunar New Year

Gain practical creative skills in this festive session for ages 8 to 15 years and their caregivers.
8 Feb 2025
Family Sunday: Celebrate Lunar New Year

Family Sunday: Celebrate Lunar New Year

Visit the Library for a free family event to welcome the Year of the Snake!
9 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
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
11 Feb 2025
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.
12 Feb 2025
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.
13 Feb 2025
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.
13 Feb 2025
Alexandria Park Community BBQ

Alexandria Park Community BBQ

Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event
14 Feb 2025
Kids at the Con: Term 1

Kids at the Con: Term 1

Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes are open for Term 4 2024
15 Feb 2025
Great Snakes game day

Great Snakes game day

Our giant games are free for you to play
15 Feb 2025
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
15 Feb 2025
Diver City 'Weekend Baby' EP Launch Show

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!
16 Feb 2025
Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
8 Mar 2025
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
14 Mar 2025
Ocean Lovers Festival

Ocean Lovers Festival

A festival of ideas, art + music and actions for the ocean
22 Mar 2025
Sydney Streets on Crown Street

Sydney Streets on Crown Street

We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
5 Apr 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
Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Have fun learning about songwriting with ARIA-nominated The Vegetable Plot performers
10 Oct 2025
The Pajamazon Jungle by The Vegetable Plot

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!
10 Oct 2025