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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.

Australian Life photography competition 2024

Australian Life photography competition 2024

Enter our national photography competition for a $10,000 grand prize.
Today all day
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
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
Today 3.30pm to 4.30pm
Book exchange

Book exchange

Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Today 9am to 5pm
Code Camp - free STEAM events for kids

Code Camp - free STEAM events for kids

That's right, it’s totally FREE fun learning for Aussie kids.  
Today 9am to 4pm
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Today 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs

During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Today 9.30am to 10am
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Today 10.05am to 11.45am
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (The Rocks)

Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (The Rocks)

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Today 3.30pm to 4.15pm
Ballet/Jazz combo class: 6-9 years (The Rocks)

Ballet/Jazz combo class: 6-9 years (The Rocks)

A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Today 4.15pm to 5.15pm
Bush school: Connect children to nature

Bush school: Connect children to nature

Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
Today 9.30am to 11.30am
Free bike tune ups: Crystal St Waterloo

Free bike tune ups: Crystal St Waterloo

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Today 4.30pm to 6pm
Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire high tea

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire high tea

Welcome to the ultimate dining experience where the paranormal meets the delectable
Today 11am to 4pm
Harmony Week storytime (3-5 years) - Darling Square Library

Harmony Week storytime (3-5 years) - Darling Square Library

Join us as we mark Harmony Week with a special storytime celebrating how cultures celebrate community and friendship
Today 11.30am to 12pm
Seedlings nature school

Seedlings nature school

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
Today 10am to 12pm
Self guided Sydney walking tours

Self guided Sydney walking tours

Explore Sydney's secret sights, an interactive tour, treasure hunt-style
Today 9am to 9am
Storytime at Darling Square: 3 to 5 years

Storytime at Darling Square: 3 to 5 years

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Today 11.30am to 12pm
Sydney FC Skills Training Program

Sydney FC Skills Training Program

Give your little footballer a head start to the new season.
Today 4pm to 5pm
Love Your Nature

Love Your Nature

Explore a kaleidoscope of colour, plants and passion with Love Your Nature
Today 12am to 8am
Rhythm n Bubs

Rhythm n Bubs

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy
Tomorrow
Afternoon 8 week art course - for kids

Afternoon 8 week art course - for kids

No skills required, just enthusiasm and a love for creativity
Tomorrow
Harmony Week storytime (3-5 years) - Surry Hills Library

Harmony Week storytime (3-5 years) - Surry Hills Library

Join us this Harmony Week with a special storytime celebrating how different cultures celebrate community and friendship
Tomorrow
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
Tomorrow
Mini Movers Sydney

Mini Movers Sydney

Movement and music for kids ages 0-5
21 Mar 2024
Rhymetime @ Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

Rhymetime @ Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
21 Mar 2024
National Close the Gap Morning Tea

National Close the Gap Morning Tea

Morning Tea at Redfern Community Centre for National Close the Gap Day
21 Mar 2024
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.
21 Mar 2024
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years (Glebe)

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
22 Mar 2024
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs

During this class you and your little dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
22 Mar 2024
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet including basic dance vocabulary
22 Mar 2024
Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show 2024

Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show 2024

Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show returns with all your show favourites for a great family day out!
23 Mar 2024
Kids at the Con: Term 1

Kids at the Con: Term 1

Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes for children are open for Term 1 2024
23 Mar 2024
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years

Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
23 Mar 2024
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years

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
23 Mar 2024
Family Day – Make Dreams Come True

Family Day – Make Dreams Come True

A disability-led family day with participatory artworks and performances.
23 Mar 2024
Kids Dance Classes

Kids Dance Classes

We are excited to welcome Daly Dance Academy at North Sydney Community Centre!
23 Mar 2024
Sip & Spray: Sydney’s only sip & paint graffiti experience

Sip & Spray: Sydney’s only sip & paint graffiti experience

A dash of mingling, a shot of spray paint, a sprinkle of fun, shaken with hip hop vibes
23 Mar 2024
Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
23 Mar 2024
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Online via Zoom

Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Online via Zoom

The New York teen acting class is a unique opportunity for teenagers to learn the craft of acting for stage and screen.
23 Mar 2024
UPS Reading Corner

UPS Reading Corner

Children's reading corner at Sydney Streets on Harris Street
23 Mar 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
24 Mar 2024
Hip hop class in Redfern (8 to 14 years)

Hip hop class in Redfern (8 to 14 years)

Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 8-week after-school program
25 Mar 2024
Storytime

Storytime

Stories for kids at Maybanke Community Centre, Pyrmont
25 Mar 2024
Readers – Books and Conversations with Marina Kamenev

Readers – Books and Conversations with Marina Kamenev

This is a monthly series of conversations with authors about their work and the ideas that inspire them.
28 Mar 2024
Chocolate High Tea

Chocolate High Tea

A chocolate-filled adventure that's perfect for the whole family.
29 Mar 2024
Step right up to Easter Fun at Market City!

Step right up to Easter Fun at Market City!

Join us for 4 days of FREE excitement across the Easter holidays
29 Mar 2024
Mad Hatter Easter High Tea Buffet

Mad Hatter Easter High Tea Buffet

Enter Wonderland this Easter at Sir Stamford, Circular Quay!
30 Mar 2024
The Tiger's Apprentice – Family Fun Preview

The Tiger's Apprentice – Family Fun Preview

Gather the whole family and be the first to experience the epic new action-packed animated adventure!
31 Mar 2024
Glebe community barbecue

Glebe community barbecue

Come and join us once a month for some food and fun
3 Apr 2024
Sydney Streets on Crown Street

Sydney Streets on Crown Street

We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
6 Apr 2024
A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

There's magic afoot in the Park as The Australian Shakespeare Company makes its long awaited return to Sydney
9 Apr 2024
Active Kids School Holiday Program

Active Kids School Holiday Program

Encourage your kids to get active these school holidays, with the Aligned School Holiday Program.
9 Apr 2024
April School Holiday Fun Alert at Market City Haymarket!

April School Holiday Fun Alert at Market City Haymarket!

Get ready for an EPIC adventure this school holiday! Dive into the excitement with our GIANT Candy Crush Dry Slide!
12 Apr 2024
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
12 Apr 2024
Alice in Wonderland

Alice in Wonderland

Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland.
13 Apr 2024
ParkScience - Mad Mappers

ParkScience - Mad Mappers

You will learn how to use and make a map and how to find your way with and without a compass!
15 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Build a Mini Pyramid (Ages 5+)

Kids at the Museum: Build a Mini Pyramid (Ages 5+)

Solve the mysteries of the Pyramids of Egypt in this unique workshop designed for kids aged 5 and up.
16 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Meet a living historian (Ages 8+)

Kids at the Museum: Meet a living historian (Ages 8+)

Meet Holocaust survivor Paul Drexler and discover his remarkable life story at this extra-special kids’ Museum event.
16 Apr 2024
Tabletop games taster, 8-11 yrs

Tabletop games taster, 8-11 yrs

An introduction to modern boardgames and a chance to try some tabletop games from the library's collection.
16 Apr 2024
Bushrangers - Shelter Challenge

Bushrangers - Shelter Challenge

Children will enjoy a day of wildlife, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, games and free play, all in the great outdoors
17 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Passover storytime (Ages 2 to 4)

Kids at the Museum: Passover storytime (Ages 2 to 4)

Join us for an engaging morning of storytelling with PJ Library, as your kids’ favourite Passover stories come to life!
17 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Passover storytime (Ages 5 to 8)

Kids at the Museum: Passover storytime (Ages 5 to 8)

Join us for an engaging afternoon of storytelling with PJ Library, where favourite Passover stories come to life!
17 Apr 2024
School holidays: 24th Biennale of Sydney

School holidays: 24th Biennale of Sydney

Free creative school holidays activities for all ages at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
17 Apr 2024
Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
17 Apr 2024
Australian Heritage Festival 2024 NSW

Australian Heritage Festival 2024 NSW

The Australian Heritage Festival returns to NSW for its 44th year of celebrating heritage. 18 April - 19 May 2024
18 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Create a musical instrument (Ages 5+)

Kids at the Museum: Create a musical instrument (Ages 5+)

Uncover the sounds of ancient Egypt in this unique musical workshop for children aged 5 to 10.
18 Apr 2024
Little Red Riding Hood

Little Red Riding Hood

This roving performance tells the classic tale we all know and love with the chance for the audience to be in the story.
18 Apr 2024
Un Poco de Music with Victor Valdes

Un Poco de Music with Victor Valdes

Introduce your little ones to the joy of Latin American music these school holidays.
18 Apr 2024
Ghostly Garden for kids

Ghostly Garden for kids

Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
19 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Passover, freedom and slavery (Ages 5+)

Kids at the Museum: Passover, freedom and slavery (Ages 5+)

Explore the ancient tale of Moses, and the Jewish exodus from Egypt at this special workshop designed just for families.
19 Apr 2024
Newspaper weaving, 8-11 yrs

Newspaper weaving, 8-11 yrs

Join us for a fun and creative workshop where children can learn the art of paper weaving using recycled newspapers!
19 Apr 2024
Piccolo Ponies

Piccolo Ponies

Live show for kids with a REAL unicorn!
20 Apr 2024
Kids at the Museum: Make an ancient Egyptian amulet, Ages 5+

Kids at the Museum: Make an ancient Egyptian amulet, Ages 5+

Join us for an enchanting workshop where children will craft their own ancient Egyptian amulets.
21 Apr 2024
Autism-friendly gallery opening at the MCA

Autism-friendly gallery opening at the MCA

A fun and relaxed gallery experience while the Museum is closed to the public
23 Apr 2024
Weaving for Families, 8+ yrs

Weaving for Families, 8+ yrs

Join us for a fun hands-on workshop where families can learn the art of paper weaving using recycled newspapers!
23 Apr 2024
Writing Children’s Books with Jacqueline Harvey

Writing Children’s Books with Jacqueline Harvey

If you’re keen to write stories that will keep children reading under covers after lights out this course is for you.
23 Apr 2024
Fun with robotics, 8-11 yrs

Fun with robotics, 8-11 yrs

Come and explore what our Maker kits in the library have to offer!
24 Apr 2024
The Inspired JS Bach: Return from Lübeck

The Inspired JS Bach: Return from Lübeck

The Early Music Collective Sydney proudly presents a night of extraordinary musical enchantment.
2 May 2024
Family Day: Soft Places

Family Day: Soft Places

A disability-led family day with participatory artworks and performances.
4 May 2024
Monster Truck Mania Live Sydney

Monster Truck Mania Live Sydney

Experience the thrill and spectacle of Australia's best Monster Truck show this close to the action!
4 May 2024
Maroubra Beach Markets

Maroubra Beach Markets

Cambridge Market's launches new beach market
5 May 2024
INCREDIBILIA - Magical Theatre!

INCREDIBILIA - Magical Theatre!

Inspired by author Libby Hathorn, this theatre experience brings to life extraordinary objects using music and puppetry!
12 May 2024
Mother's Day High Tea at Circular Quay

Mother's Day High Tea at Circular Quay

Mother's Day High Tea at Sir Stamford, Circular Quay – where we invite you to treat your mum like the queen.
12 May 2024
Bohemian Rhapsody

Bohemian Rhapsody

Thomas Crane takes fans through the iconic hits of Queen
17 May 2024
Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet

A perfect introduction to the play for young audiences
22 May 2024
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise - Harbourside Cruises

Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise - Harbourside Cruises

See the major event that is recognised as the largest of its kind in the world
24 May 2024
Family Day: Thriving Environments

Family Day: Thriving Environments

A disability-led Family Day with participatory artworks and performances.
1 Jun 2024