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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
Treat your little ones with a delightful Kids High Tea during the school holidays and receive 10% off
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up
Delightful ballet class for children aged 2 years through to graded RAD syllabus
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
A Pocket Sized Circus
Roll up, roll up! Get ready to be a part of the biggest smallest show on Earth!
Aiden Schofield: Magician
This 60 minute spectacle will showcase Aiden's magic skills live at the Sydney Fringe Festival for the very first time!
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Balance Bike school holiday clinic
Bikewise is here to help your children transition to pedals
Dinosaur Festival at the Australian Museum
Join us for some roar-some fun these spring school holidays at the Dinosaur Festival.
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!
First Nations Eco Dyeing
Explore the native Australian Cadi Garden and discover traditional dyeing materials and methods.
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
Frog Friendzy at the Royal Botanic Garden
Explore the Garden for our amphibian friends and build a frog hotel for your own garden.
Hologram Dinosaurs at The Australian Museum
Immerse yourself into the world of dinosaurs in this brand-new and cutting-edge experience.
Jurassic World: The Exhibition
The award-winning Jurassic World: The Exhibition is roaring into Sydney this Spring - in time for the school holidays!
Kids at the Con – School holiday workshops
Reveal the world of music with Kids at the Con!
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.
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
Nature and Art: Eco art for kids (spring)
Make beautiful things from natural materials
Paper Planet
Venture into a world of gigantic cardboard trees and endless possibilities
School Holiday Art Workshops
Classes in drawing, painting and clay for children of all ages
School Holiday Tennis Camp for Children
Run by professional tennis coaches for all levels of ability
Self guided Sydney walking tours
Explore Sydney's secret sights, an interactive tour, treasure hunt-style
Spanish for kids online classes
Learn the beautiful Spanish language in a natural way with authentic content delivered by native speakers
Spring afternoon tea
Delight in the spring edition of The Fullerton Hotel Sydney's signature afternoon tea served in the beautiful atrium
Spring Dance Camp - Surry Hills
Three jam packed day of dance! Learn jazz, hip hop and contemporary.
Spring school holidays at the Art Gallery of NSW
Head to the Art Gallery for a world of sound, colour and imagination
Sydney FC Holiday Clinics
3 days of non-stop football fun – Active Kids vouchers accepted!
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
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
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Sydney's Ultimate Splatter Paint Studio - Bondi Junction
Love Your Nature
Explore a kaleidoscope of colour, plants and passion with Love Your Nature
Bushrangers - Natures Treasure Hunts
Join our Bushrangers camp for a full day outdoor adventure this Spring!
Floral Design Class for kids
Learn how to make a natural garden-styled floral arrangement
Hackathon Design Challenge (Ages 10-12)
Participants will explore real world challenges that can be solved by critical thinking, coding and physical computing.
School holidays: kinetic maker and creator, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience
Spring holidays at Callan Park
Connect with nature these school holidays in the heart of Centennial Park
Sunset spotlight tour
Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
The Princess, The Pea (and The Brave Escapee)
An enchanting reimagining of the much-loved fairytale featuring live classical music performed by ACO musicians
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
Bangarra Dance Theatre: Waru – journey of the small turtle
Bangarra Dance Theatre's first ever dedicated work for children returns to Sydney.
CIRCUS - The Show
This internationally award-winning, sell-out sensation is flipping into town this school holidays!
Woodworking/offcut challenge - scaled modelmaking
A fun woodworking competition open to all ages and skill levels, have a go at sustainable woodworking.
Circus High Tea at Shangri-La Sydney
Roll up, roll up to the greatest high tea buffet in town!
Drawing for kids holiday camp
Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of drawing classes for children aged from 5 years old
Park Science - Incredible Invertebrates
Children will investigate the incredible invertebrates around us on this fascinating look into insects
School holidays: manga comic book workshop, 9-12 yrs
Create your own manga-style comic book in this introductory workshop
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.
Strike A Pose (ages 9-17)
Join Movement Nation in a bespoke hip-hop dance routine to Kylie Minogue's hit single 'Padam Padam’.
Wilbur the Optical Whale
Come on an oceanic adventure and take a deep-sea sensory dive to meet Wilbur and his cheeky friends!
Atomic Workshops
Catapult your primary child's science superpowers ahead by 10 years!
Festive Fun at Market City during Sydney Streets Haymarket!
Captivating installations, cultural performances, traditional workshops, festive mooncakes, celebratory meals + more
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
Amora Pink High Tea
Join us for an elegant Amora Pink High Tea on Level 31 of our hotel for a unique experience
Dried Floral Class for kids (8+ years)
Get creative with an array of beautiful and preserved blooms
Kids kung fu class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Parkoursome
Unleash your child's adventurous spirit with free spring parkour classes at Darling Harbour.
Intermediate Minecraft Coding (Ages 7-12)
In this workshop, young participants will be guided through a series of coding challenges within the Minecraft world
Park Science: Incredible Insects
Children will build on their knowledge and interest of insects in this program
School holidays kids yoga
Kids can join in on these free yoga classes to slow down and connect with their body
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
Spring Dance Camp - Newtown
Three jam packed day of dance! Learn jazz, hip hop and contemporary.
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.
Hello Kitty’s symphony concert: The Ribbon Kingdom
Hello Kitty and Friends with The Ribbon Kingdom Band present a classical concert for Australian fans.
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.
School holidays: manga masterclass comic workshop, 13-17yrs
Unleash your storytelling potential and craft your own manga story from start to finish
Ghostly Garden for kids
Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Maker and creator workshop, 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Tinkering with tools for kids: electronics and e-waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct e-waste objects
Better angels
An uplifting concert of operatic highlights for the good, the kind and the decent folks in opera.
Monster Jam returns to Sydney
The most action-packed and full-throttle family fun motorsport roars into Accor Stadium Sydney on October 14
Weekend maker time for families
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Blessing of the Fleet
Sydney Fish Market's iconic Blessing of the Fleet Festival is back!
Crows Nest Fest 2023
A spectacular celebration of community, cuisine and festival spirit
SWIISH Walk4BCNA
Gather your crew and pink up for our first SWIISH Walk4BCNA, proudly supporting Breast Cancer Network Australia.
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.
Maker time for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Ghostly Garden Tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Homework help and pizza for ages 8 to 14
Join us for free weekly homework assistance.
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.
Dog-O-Ween
Sydney's first Dog-O-Ween event – the perfect place to capture Instagram-worthy photos with your pup.
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.
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!
Walk for Prems 2023
Join us and raise funds for Life's Little Treasures - helping families of babies born sick or prem.
Little Park of Horrors
Join us for some good old-fashioned Halloween fun at our Little Park of Horrors in Centennial Park!
Wizardry High Tea at Circular Quay
Listen up, fellow wizards and magical beings! This Halloween, prepare for a bewitching experience like no other.
Why Us?
The real-life stories of teenage refugees who are learning to call Australia their new home.
Sydney Streets on Crown Street
We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
Classics in the Park
Weaving Disney and pop music favourites alongside classical compositions with Sydney Youth Orchestras
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
Autism-friendly program: children and families
For Autistic children to enjoy with their friends and family at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Christmas in Pyrmont
Christmas in Pyrmont is an annual celebration of our community with a market, live music and children’s activities.
'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
White Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner
Experience a spectacular White Christmas Eve buffet dinner at Circular Quay, Sydney – a must-attend festive event!