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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.

Kids in the city High tea

Kids in the city High tea

Treat your little ones with a delightful Kids High Tea during the school holidays and receive 10% off
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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
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Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up

Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up

Delightful ballet class for children aged 2 years through to graded RAD syllabus
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Book exchange

Book exchange

Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
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A Pocket Sized Circus

A Pocket Sized Circus

Roll up, roll up! Get ready to be a part of the biggest smallest show on Earth!
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Aiden Schofield: Magician

Aiden Schofield: Magician

This 60 minute spectacle will showcase Aiden's magic skills live at the Sydney Fringe Festival for the very first time!
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Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
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Dinosaur Festival at the Australian Museum

Dinosaur Festival at the Australian Museum

Join us for some roar-some fun these spring school holidays at the Dinosaur Festival.
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Dinosaur Time Machine

Dinosaur Time Machine

Buckle up and take a trip in a giant time machine to get up close and personal with a life sized T-Rex!
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Dumpling Making Classes

Dumpling Making Classes

For little foodies to celebrate National Dumpling Day
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First Nations Eco Dyeing

First Nations Eco Dyeing

Explore the native Australian Cadi Garden and discover traditional dyeing materials and methods.
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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
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Frog Friendzy at the Royal Botanic Garden

Frog Friendzy at the Royal Botanic Garden

Explore the Garden for our amphibian friends and build a frog hotel for your own garden.
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Hologram Dinosaurs at The Australian Museum

Hologram Dinosaurs at The Australian Museum

Immerse yourself into the world of dinosaurs in this brand-new and cutting-edge experience.
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Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Jurassic World: The Exhibition

The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition is roaring into Sydney this Spring - in time for the school holidays!
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Kids Caring for Country school holiday program

Kids Caring for Country school holiday program

Get outdoors and explore Barangaroo Reserve with our Cultural educators and discover the ways we can care for country.
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Minecraft: Build smarter with code (Ages 7-12)

Minecraft: Build smarter with code (Ages 7-12)

In this workshop, young participants will be guided through a series of coding challenges within the Minecraft world
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Paper Planet

Paper Planet

Venture into a world of gigantic cardboard trees and endless possibilities
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School Holiday Art Workshops

School Holiday Art Workshops

Classes in drawing, painting and clay for children of all ages
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Self guided Sydney walking tours

Self guided Sydney walking tours

Explore Sydney's secret sights, an interactive tour, treasure hunt-style
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Spanish for kids online classes

Spanish for kids online classes

Learn the beautiful Spanish language in a natural way with authentic content delivered by native speakers
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Spring afternoon tea

Spring afternoon tea

Delight in the spring edition of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney's signature afternoon tea served in the beautiful atrium
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Spring Dance Camp - Surry Hills

Spring Dance Camp - Surry Hills

Three jam packed day of dance! Learn jazz, hip hop and contemporary.
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Sydney FC Holiday Clinics

Sydney FC Holiday Clinics

3 days of non-stop football fun – Active Kids vouchers accepted!
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The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun

Beloved characters come to life in Centennial Park in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance
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Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies

Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies

Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure in ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN 23 Sept – 8 Oct
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Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Get Messy. Splatter Paint.

Sydney's Ultimate Splatter Paint Studio - Bondi Junction
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Love Your Nature

Love Your Nature

Explore a kaleidoscope of colour, plants and passion with Love Your Nature
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Nights at the Museum

Nights at the Museum

The Australian Museum is open until 9pm every Wednesday
27 Sep 2023
Bushrangers - Natures Treasure Hunts

Bushrangers - Natures Treasure Hunts

Join our Bushrangers camp for a full day outdoor adventure this Spring!
27 Sep 2023
Floral Design Class for kids

Floral Design Class for kids

Learn how to make a natural garden-styled floral arrangement
27 Sep 2023
Hackathon Design Challenge (Ages 10-12)

Hackathon Design Challenge (Ages 10-12)

Participants will explore real world challenges that can be solved by critical thinking, coding and physical computing.
27 Sep 2023
Spring holidays at Callan Park

Spring holidays at Callan Park

Connect with nature these school holidays in the heart of Centennial Park
27 Sep 2023
Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
27 Sep 2023
The Princess, The Pea (and The Brave Escapee)

The Princess, The Pea (and The Brave Escapee)

An enchanting reimagining of the much-loved fairytale featuring live classical music performed by ACO musicians
27 Sep 2023
Unity Game Design (Ages 12-15)

Unity Game Design (Ages 12-15)

Discover the essential principles of game design through the power of the Unity Game Engine in this 2 day workshop
27 Sep 2023
Storytime with Lailanie

Storytime with Lailanie

Stories for kids at Maybanke Community Centre, Pyrmont
28 Sep 2023
CIRCUS - The Show

CIRCUS - The Show

This internationally award-winning, sell-out sensation is flipping into town this school holidays!
28 Sep 2023
Woodworking/offcut challenge - scaled modelmaking

Woodworking/offcut challenge - scaled modelmaking

A fun woodworking competition open to all ages and skill levels, have a go at sustainable woodworking.
28 Sep 2023
Drawing for kids holiday camp

Drawing for kids holiday camp

Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of drawing classes for children aged from 5 years old
29 Sep 2023
Park Science - Incredible Invertebrates

Park Science - Incredible Invertebrates

Children will investigate the incredible invertebrates around us on this fascinating look into insects
29 Sep 2023
Spotlight Prowl for Families 2023

Spotlight Prowl for Families 2023

Join our experienced rangers for a fascinating spotlight walk to see how the park transforms when the sun goes down.
29 Sep 2023
Strike A Pose (ages 9-17)

Strike A Pose (ages 9-17)

Join Movement Nation in a bespoke hip-hop dance routine to Kylie Minogue's hit single 'Padam Padam’.
29 Sep 2023
Wilbur the Optical Whale

Wilbur the Optical Whale

Come on an oceanic adventure and take a deep-sea sensory dive to meet Wilbur and his cheeky friends!
29 Sep 2023
Atomic Workshops

Atomic Workshops

Catapult your primary child's science superpowers ahead by 10 years!
30 Sep 2023
Festive Fun at Market City during Sydney Streets Haymarket!

Festive Fun at Market City during Sydney Streets Haymarket!

Captivating installations, cultural performances, traditional workshops, festive mooncakes, celebratory meals + more
30 Sep 2023
Moon Festival – Thrilling Live Family Events in Haymarket

Moon Festival – Thrilling Live Family Events in Haymarket

Must see spectacular high-pole lion dance. Free breathtaking performances by the troupes at Jin Wu Koon plus more
30 Sep 2023
Amora Pink High Tea

Amora Pink High Tea

Join us for an elegant Amora Pink High Tea on Level 31 of our hotel for a unique experience
1 Oct 2023
Dried Floral Class for kids (8+ years)

Dried Floral Class for kids (8+ years)

Get creative with an array of beautiful and preserved blooms
1 Oct 2023
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
1 Oct 2023
Parkoursome

Parkoursome

Unleash your child's adventurous spirit with free spring parkour classes at Darling Harbour.
1 Oct 2023
Intermediate Minecraft Coding (Ages 7-12)

Intermediate Minecraft Coding (Ages 7-12)

In this workshop, young participants will be guided through a series of coding challenges within the Minecraft world
3 Oct 2023
Park Science: Incredible Insects

Park Science: Incredible Insects

Children will build on their knowledge and interest of insects in this program
4 Oct 2023
School holidays kids yoga

School holidays kids yoga

Kids can join in on these free yoga classes to slow down and connect with their body
4 Oct 2023
School Holidays: Laser cut stickers and stamps, 9-12 yrs

School Holidays: Laser cut stickers and stamps, 9-12 yrs

Design and create street art iconography with laser cut stickers and stamps in this three-hour beginner workshop
4 Oct 2023
Spring Dance Camp - Newtown

Spring Dance Camp - Newtown

Three jam packed day of dance! Learn jazz, hip hop and contemporary.
4 Oct 2023
Workshop: Create with clay (ages 5-10)

Workshop: Create with clay (ages 5-10)

This workshop gives kids a chance to reflect on the Sephardi, Mizrahi and Ashkenazi traditions for the high holidays.
4 Oct 2023
Hello Kitty’s symphony concert: The Ribbon Kingdom

Hello Kitty’s symphony concert: The Ribbon Kingdom

Hello Kitty and Friends with The Ribbon Kingdom Band present a classical concert for Australian fans.
5 Oct 2023
Workshop: Build a mini sukkah (ages 5-10)

Workshop: Build a mini sukkah (ages 5-10)

Children will learn of the origin, philosophy and design of a sukkah, as they “build” their own mini shelter.
5 Oct 2023
Ghostly Garden for kids

Ghostly Garden for kids

Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
6 Oct 2023
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
10 Oct 2023
Glebe community barbecue

Glebe community barbecue

Come and join us once a month for some food and fun
11 Oct 2023
Better angels

Better angels

An uplifting concert of operatic highlights for the good, the kind and the decent folks in opera.
14 Oct 2023
Monster Jam returns to Sydney

Monster Jam returns to Sydney

The most action-packed and full-throttle family fun motorsport roars into Accor Stadium Sydney on October 14
14 Oct 2023
Weekend maker time for families

Weekend maker time for families

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
14 Oct 2023
Blessing of the Fleet

Blessing of the Fleet

Sydney Fish Market's iconic Blessing of the Fleet Festival is back!
15 Oct 2023
Crows Nest Fest 2023

Crows Nest Fest 2023

A spectacular celebration of community, cuisine and festival spirit
15 Oct 2023
SWIISH Walk4BCNA

SWIISH Walk4BCNA

Gather your crew and pink up for our first SWIISH Walk4BCNA, proudly supporting Breast Cancer Network Australia.
15 Oct 2023
Hip hop class in Redfern (9 to 14 years)

Hip hop class in Redfern (9 to 14 years)

Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 9-week after-school program.
16 Oct 2023
Maker time for families, 8-12 yrs

Maker time for families, 8-12 yrs

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
18 Oct 2023
Ghostly Garden Tours

Ghostly Garden Tours

Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
20 Oct 2023
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
20 Oct 2023
Saltwater School Grand Opening (Festival of Mosman)

Saltwater School Grand Opening (Festival of Mosman)

The SWS Grand Opening will have free activities for the whole family to enjoy, including free gear hire and BBQ.
21 Oct 2023
Dog-O-Ween

Dog-O-Ween

Sydney's first Dog-O-Ween event – the perfect place to capture Instagram-worthy photos with your pup.
22 Oct 2023
La Tertulia. A tribute to the best of Latin pop/rock bands!

La Tertulia. A tribute to the best of Latin pop/rock bands!

Join us, on this family friendly event, filled with the best Latin pop/rock songs from the 80s, 90s and 2000.
22 Oct 2023
Step Up! for Down Syndrome - A fun family day out!

Step Up! for Down Syndrome - A fun family day out!

A joyful 2km walk followed by food, drinks, performances, kids fun activities, market stalls and much more!
22 Oct 2023
Walk for Prems 2023

Walk for Prems 2023

Join us and raise funds for Life's Little Treasures - helping families of babies born sick or prem.
22 Oct 2023
Little Park of Horrors

Little Park of Horrors

Join us for some good old-fashioned Halloween fun at our Little Park of Horrors in Centennial Park!
29 Oct 2023
Wizardry High Tea at Circular Quay

Wizardry High Tea at Circular Quay

Listen up, fellow wizards and magical beings! This Halloween, prepare for a bewitching experience like no other.
29 Oct 2023
Why Us?

Why Us?

The real-life stories of teenage refugees who are learning to call Australia their new home.
2 Nov 2023
Sydney Streets on Crown Street

Sydney Streets on Crown Street

We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
4 Nov 2023
Classics in the Park

Classics in the Park

Weaving Disney and pop music favourites alongside classical compositions with Sydney Youth Orchestras
5 Nov 2023
Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
11 Nov 2023
Autism-friendly program: children and families

Autism-friendly program: children and families

For Autistic children to enjoy with their friends and family at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
18 Nov 2023
Christmas in Pyrmont

Christmas in Pyrmont

Christmas in Pyrmont is an annual celebration of our community with a market, live music and children’s activities.
26 Nov 2023
'The Nutcracker' Presented by Australian Chamber Orchestra

'The Nutcracker' Presented by Australian Chamber Orchestra

Join Clara and her Nutcracker on a magical journey in this stunning adaptation featuring live classical music and ballet
16 Dec 2023
White Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner

White Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner

Experience a spectacular White Christmas Eve buffet dinner at Circular Quay, Sydney – a must-attend festive event!
24 Dec 2023
Andy and the Odd Socks

Andy and the Odd Socks

The best sock n' roll band in the world!
17 Jan 2024