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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.
Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks
Australian National Maritime Museum
Children & family
Brickwrecks: Sunken Ships in LEGO® Bricks
Explore the fascinating world of The Brickman's LEGO® models and real shipwreck objects.
Storytime @ Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Storytime @ Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Storytime with Lailanie
Maybanke Community Centre
Children & family
Storytime with Lailanie
Stories for kids at Maybanke Community Centre, Pyrmont
Rhymetime @ Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
Glebe Library
Children & family
Rhymetime @ Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up
Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet classes for children aged 2 & up
Delightful ballet class for children aged 2 years through to graded RAD syllabus
Book exchange
Maybanke Community Centre
Children & family
Book exchange
Donate your preloved books or grab a book or 2 to take home for free.
Table tennis at Ultimo
Ultimo Community Centre
Children & family
Table tennis at Ultimo
Free table tennis at Ultimo Community Centre
Baby live music playground
Sydney
Children & family
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (0-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Tramsheds)
Harold Park Community Hall
Children & family
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Tramsheds)
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Bilingual Rhymetime @ Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual Rhymetime @ Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Free bike tune ups: Pyrmont
Union Square
Children & family
Free bike tune ups: Pyrmont
We’re talking to pedestrians and riders about respecting each other’s journey
Free Heritage tour of former Sydney General Post Office
Sydney
Children & family
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
Love Your Nature
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Love Your Nature
Explore a kaleidoscope of colour, plants and passion with Love Your Nature
LUMINE | World Of Lights & Mirrors At World Sqaure
World Square
Children & family
LUMINE | World Of Lights & Mirrors At World Sqaure
Step into World Square & immerse yourself in the magic of mirrored reflections, visual illusions, & colourful trees.
Me-Gal X Wild Lights
Mosman
Children & family
Me-Gal X Wild Lights
10% off Wild Light tickets for restaurant guests
Murmurations
Hyde Park Barracks
Children & family
Murmurations
Murmurations is this year’s Hyde Park Barracks annual art commission
Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Seedlings nature school
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Seedlings nature school
Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
Self guided Sydney walking tours
St Andrew's Cathedral
Children & family
Self guided Sydney walking tours
Explore Sydney's secret sights, an interactive tour, treasure hunt-style
Spanish for kids online classes
Online
Children & family
Spanish for kids online classes
Learn the beautiful Spanish language in a natural way with authentic content delivered by native speakers
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
Glebe Library
Children & family
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Think Eat And Move: A healthy lifestyle program for teens
Online
Children & family
Think Eat And Move: A healthy lifestyle program for teens
A free online healthy lifestyle program for teens. Free calls with dietician/nutritionist.
Turkish mosaic lamp making class
North Sydney
Children & family
Turkish mosaic lamp making class
Learn how to make a mosaic lamp in Sydney
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise
Sydney
Children & family
Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise
See the major event that is recognised as the largest of its kind in the world
Weekly language classes for kids
Sydney
Children & family
Weekly language classes for kids
Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of languages classes for children aged from 3 years old
Bilingual Storytime @ Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual Storytime @ Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Centennial Park Venue
Children & family
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Bondi Junction
Children & family
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Sydney's Ultimate Splatter Paint Studio - Bondi Junction
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 years
During this class you and your dancer will explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
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
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Isuzu-Ute A-League 2023 Grand Final Party
The Entertainment Quarter
Children & family
Isuzu-Ute A-League 2023 Grand Final Party
Celebrate Football Week with 5-a-side football, DJs, street food, guest appearances, fireworks and much more!
Spotlight prowl for families
Centennial Park Venue
Children & family
Spotlight prowl for families
See how the park transforms when the sun goes down
Spotlight Prowl for Families 2023
Centennial Park
Children & family
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.
Balance bike clinics
Sydney Park Cycling Centre
Children & family
Balance bike clinics
Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years
Darling Harbour Fireworks
Darling Harbour
Children & family
Darling Harbour Fireworks
Fire up the fun with a spectacular display along the harbour's edge
Kids at the Con: Term 2
Sydney Conservatorium of Music
Children & family
Kids at the Con: Term 2
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes for children are open for Term 2 2023
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
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
Black Sun/Blood Moon
The Concourse
Theatre, dance & film
Black Sun/Blood Moon
A fantastical new story about finding your voice and saving the world.
Children's International Film Festival
The Ritz Cinema
Theatre, dance & film
Children's International Film Festival
The Children's International Film Festival (CHIFF), showcasing a program filled with family friendly films
Family Space: Story Tree
Museum of Contemporary Art
Children & family
Family Space: Story Tree
A free creative activity for all ages inspired by The National 4
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio in Sydney
Redfern
Theatre, dance & film
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio in Sydney
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen in a very specific step-by-step formula
Weekly art classes for children
Croydon
Children & family
Weekly art classes for children
Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Youth Programs - Dance for children and families
Dawes Point
Theatre, dance & film
Youth Programs - Dance for children and families
Share the joy of dance and bust a move with classes and courses for children, young people and their families.
Kids kung fu class
Haymarket
Children & family
Kids kung fu class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Hip hop class in Redfern (12 to 18 years)
Redfern Oval Community Room
Theatre, dance & film
Hip hop class in Redfern (12 to 18 years)
Get an introduction to this fun style of street dance in a free 10-week after-school program.
Bilingual Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual Rhymetime @ Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Bilingual Storytime @ Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual Storytime @ Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
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
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library: 0 to 2 years
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library: 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5 - 3 yrs
Ultimo
Theatre, dance & film
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
Ballet class: little ballet 3-5 years
Ultimo
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet class: little ballet 3-5 years
Little Ballet Class promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Bringing Up Great Kids: Parenting Adolescents
Summer Hill
Children & family
Bringing Up Great Kids: Parenting Adolescents
Parenting program
Free bike tune ups: Crystal St Waterloo
Waterloo
Children & family
Free bike tune ups: Crystal St Waterloo
We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Junior Jazz class: 5-8 years
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Junior Jazz class: 5-8 years
Junior Jazz classes are a great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Maker and creator workshops for kids aged 8 to 12
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Maker and creator workshops for kids aged 8 to 12
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Storytime at Darling Square: 3 to 5 years
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Storytime at Darling Square: 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy @ KGV
King George V (KGV) Recreation Centre
Children & family
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy @ KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
¡BiblioKids! It's time to go to the library
Instituto Cervantes Sydney
Children & family
¡BiblioKids! It's time to go to the library
Activity in Spanish. Join us and visit the library with our reading club for children from 3 to 5 years old
Retro Gaming and Dungeons & Dragons
Reginald Murphy Community Centre
Children & family
Retro Gaming and Dungeons & Dragons
Social free play days and discussion around healthier gaming habits after-school for young people.
Nights at the Museum
Australian Museum
Children & family
Nights at the Museum
The Australian Museum is open until 9pm every Wednesday
After School Art Class
Marrickville
Children & family
After School Art Class
A fun, safe environment for school age children to explore art in a genuine studio setting
Musical Magic from 1001 Arabian Nights
Glebe Town Hall
Children & family
Musical Magic from 1001 Arabian Nights
Grab your magic carpet and join the Zaki Duo for a morning of music and adventure, inspired by the tales of Aladdin
Rhymetime @ Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre
Children & family
Rhymetime @ Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Storytime @ Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre
Children & family
Storytime @ Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Glebe Library
Children & family
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Sydney Swans Fan Day
Hordern Pavilion
Children & family
Sydney Swans Fan Day
Want the chance to meet Isaac Heeney and Montana Ham? Kick a winner with Tom Papley?
Retro Arcade Club: Unlimited Play Arcade
Newtown
Children & family
Retro Arcade Club: Unlimited Play Arcade
The ultimate retro gaming event!
Baden Croft: Bush Bash
Art2Muse Gallery
Children & family
Baden Croft: Bush Bash
Art2Muse Gallery presents 'Bush Bash' by Baden Croft
Maker time for families
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Maker time for families
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Glebe community barbecue
Peter Forsyth Auditorium
Children & family
Glebe community barbecue
Come and join us once a month for some food and fun
Ghostly Garden Tours
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Ghostly Garden Tours
Experience a twilight adventure in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Autism-friendly program: children and families
Museum of Contemporary Art
Children & family
Autism-friendly program: children and families
For Autistic children to enjoy with their friends and family at the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia
Tuning In To Kids (intensive) @ Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Children & family
Tuning In To Kids (intensive) @ Darlinghurst
Facilitated as a group coaching model, Tuning in to Kids™ is conducted under the license of the University of Melbourne.
Alphabetical Sydney: All Aboard!
The Concourse
Theatre, dance & film
Alphabetical Sydney: All Aboard!
This immersive musical will take audiences of all ages on a journey around the world’s most famous harbour city
Outback Tracks Morning Music Concert
Tramsheds Harold Park
Children & family
Outback Tracks Morning Music Concert
Presented by Mini Musica, family friendly morning music concerts for 0-6 year olds and their grown-ups
Tuning In To Teens (intensive) @ Darlinghurst
Darlinghurst
Children & family
Tuning In To Teens (intensive) @ Darlinghurst
Facilitated as a group coaching model, Tuning in to Teens™ is conducted under the license of the University of Melbourne.
Disney's Frozen JR. by North Sydney Kids Musical Theatre Co.
ARA Darling Quarter Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Disney's Frozen JR. by North Sydney Kids Musical Theatre Co.
Magic, music, adventure and humour
Weekend maker time for families
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Weekend maker time for families
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Woodwork tools class for kids (8-12 years)
Marrickville
Children & family
Woodwork tools class for kids (8-12 years)
Learn to use basic handtools safely through the construction of a simple timber object
Bondi Festival
Bondi Pavilion
Theatre, dance & film
Bondi Festival
More than 30 different arts events and performances will run over the course of the 17-day festival.
Wizardry High Tea
Shangri-La Hotel
Children & family
Wizardry High Tea
Step into the Wizard’s lair for a spellbinding school holiday experience.
Park Science: Nature's Superpowers 2023
Centennial Park
Children & family
Park Science: Nature's Superpowers 2023
Children will explore all about what humans have learnt from nature to create amazing scientific innovations
Sydney FC Holiday Clinics
The Entertainment Quarter
Children & family
Sydney FC Holiday Clinics
3 days of non-stop football fun – Active Kids vouchers accepted!
Drawing for kids holiday camp
Sydney
Children & family
Drawing for kids holiday camp
Sydney Language Solutions provide a high variety of drawing classes for children aged from 5 years old
Sunset spotlight tour
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Sunset spotlight tour
Experience the Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
Crystal & Flowers DreamCatcher Online Class
Online
Children & family
Crystal & Flowers DreamCatcher Online Class
Join us in learning how to make a dream catcher at your own pace
School holidays: wheel throwing basics, 12-17yrs
Pine Street Creative Arts Centre
Children & family
School holidays: wheel throwing basics, 12-17yrs
Explore the wonderful medium of clay in these 2 half-day workshops for teens
Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration
Paddington Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Harry Potter: A Yule Ball Celebration
Step into a unique celebratory gathering that only the Wizarding World can inspire at Paddington Town Hall
'Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge' - Presented by the ACO
Pier 2, Walsh Bay
Children & family
'Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge' - Presented by the ACO
Our award-winning ACO Families show based on the book written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Julie Vivas returns.
Little Red Riding Hood – Winter 2023
Centennial Park
Theatre, dance & film
Little Red Riding Hood – Winter 2023
This roving performance tells the classic tale we all know and love with the chance for the audience to be in the story.
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – A Breakthrough Ice Experience
Qudos Bank Arena
Theatre, dance & film
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL – A Breakthrough Ice Experience
Cirque du Soleil’s CRYSTAL makes a triumphant return with the first ever acrobatic performance on ice
One Fine Baby Expo Sydney
Hordern Pavilion
Children & family
One Fine Baby Expo Sydney
Sydney’s favourite baby expo is back!
Fathers and special people pizza and movie night
Ron Williams Community Centre
Children & family
Fathers and special people pizza and movie night
Make your own pizzas and enjoy games and a movie with your dad or a special person in your life
Camping 101
Centennial Park Venue
Children & family
Camping 101
A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
Christmas in Pyrmont
Pyrmont
Children & family
Christmas in Pyrmont
Christmas in Pyrmont is an annual celebration of our community with a market, live music and children’s activities.
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