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Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes
Art Gallery of NSW
Exhibitions
Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes
Australia’s most engaging art event
Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires
Australian Museum
Children & family
Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires
From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.
Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat
Art Gallery of NSW
Children & family
Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat
Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW
Museum of Illusions Sydney
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Museum of Illusions Sydney
Immerse yourself into the fascinating world of illusions and let our captivating rooms play tricks on your mind!
Alchemy of a Rainforest exhibition
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Alchemy of a Rainforest exhibition
Explore a vibrant tapestry of life
Guided walks
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Guided walks
Our guided walks are the perfect way to experience the very best of the Garden over a 1.5-hour stroll
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Bondi Junction
Children & family
Get Messy. Splatter Paint.
Sydney's ultimate splatter paint experience
The Curious World of Pamela Allen
State Library of NSW
Children & family
The Curious World of Pamela Allen
Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.
Whale Watching Cruises
Circular Quay
Tours & experiences
Whale Watching Cruises
See humpback whales jump off the water during their migration
The mad botanist: family adventure
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
The mad botanist: family adventure
Self-guided scavenger hunt
Traditional candy making demonstration
The Rocks
Children & family
Traditional candy making demonstration
The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day
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
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular, Sydney
The Entertainment Quarter
Theatre, dance & film
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular, Sydney
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Spectacular arrives at the Entertainment Quarter in 2026
Sydney Lions Junior Soccer Academy at KGV
King George V (KGV) Recreation Centre
Children & family
Sydney Lions Junior Soccer Academy at KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5-3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Pyrmont Community Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5-3 yrs (Pyrmont)
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Pyrmont Community Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (The Rocks)
Abraham Mott Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (The Rocks)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Jazz class 3-8 years (Pyrmont)
Pyrmont Community Centre
Theatre, dance & film
Jazz class 3-8 years (Pyrmont)
A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Anastasia
Sydney Lyric Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Anastasia
Journey to the past.
Disney's The Lion King
Capitol Theatre
Theatre, dance & film
Disney's The Lion King
The world’s #1 musical is now playing at the Capitol Theatre, Sydney.
The Entertainment Quarter Markets (EQ Markets)
The Entertainment Quarter
Food & drink
The Entertainment Quarter Markets (EQ Markets)
Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce and gourmet treats.
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
Darling Square Library
Children & family
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
Surry Hills Library
Children & family
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Rhymetime at Newtown Library, 0 to 2 years
Newtown Library
Children & family
Rhymetime at Newtown Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
Surry Hills Neighbourhood Centre
Children & family
Rhymetime at Surry Hills Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Songs & Play
Haymarket
Community & causes
Songs & Play
Free music & play group for families with infants and pre-school-aged children
Free Tour Sydney in Spanish
Sydney
Children & family
Free Tour Sydney in Spanish
Free Tour por Sídney en Español
Aboriginal Bush Tucker Tour
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Aboriginal Bush Tucker Tour
Experience the world’s oldest living culture through an in depth tour
Free bike tune ups: Queen's Square City
Queen's Square
Children & family
Free bike tune ups: Queen's Square City
We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
Glebe Library
Children & family
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
Green Square Library
Children & family
Rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
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
Mum walk
Sydney Park
Community & causes
Mum walk
Free weekly walks to meet local mums
Seedlings nature school
The Royal Botanic Garden
Children & family
Seedlings nature school
Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
Light Nights Silent Disco
Museum of Contemporary Art
Children & family
Light Nights Silent Disco
An immersive after-dark experience of sound, light and moving image.
The Vivid Sydney Climb
BridgeClimb Sydney
Tours & experiences
The Vivid Sydney Climb
Climb during Vivid Sydney and see Sydney sparkle from the Summit!
Wonderverse
Australian National Maritime Museum
Theatre, dance & film
Wonderverse
Explore a universe of light in this immersive, awe-inspiring and interactive adventure for young children.
Oliver
Chatswood
Theatre, dance & film
Oliver
Oliver presented by Mosman Musical Society
Sydney Observatory Family Tours
Sydney Observatory
Children & family
Sydney Observatory Family Tours
Explore the iconic Sydney Observatory with a tour designed for groups that include young children aged 6 and older.
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Vivid Sydney Light Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Light Cruises
Vivid Sydney Official Vivid Light Cruises
Balance bike clinics
Sydney Park Cycling Centre
Children & family
Balance bike clinics
Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years
Coterie + Velvet Bloom | Tumbalong Nights
Darling Quarter
Music
Coterie + Velvet Bloom | Tumbalong Nights
Free for all to enjoy, New Zealand-Australian pacific reggae band Coterie and magnetic indie act Velvet Bloom.
Sydney Harbour Seafood & Carvery Lunch Cruise
Sydney
Tours & experiences
Sydney Harbour Seafood & Carvery Lunch Cruise
Sydney Harbour with a delicious seafood & carvery buffet, live music and spectacular harbour views in the world!
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Glebe Town Hall
Theatre, dance & film
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Sydney Writers’ Festival Family Day
Eveleigh
Talks, courses & workshops
Sydney Writers’ Festival Family Day
Family Day is a riotous celebration of storytelling and creativity that will captivate kids of all ages
Vivid Sydney Lights & Drone Show Cruises from Manly
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Lights & Drone Show Cruises from Manly
Vivid Sydney Lights & Drone Show Cruise from Manly
Baby live music playground
Sydney
Children & family
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
STEMFest
Waverley
Children & family
STEMFest
A free family-friendly day of STEM-themed fun
Vivid Sydney Drone Show Cruises - Captain Cook Cruises
Sydney Harbour
Tours & experiences
Vivid Sydney Drone Show Cruises - Captain Cook Cruises
Vivid Sydney Star-Bound Drone Show Cruise
Behind the Scenes Glasshouse Tour
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Behind the Scenes Glasshouse Tour
Discover the tropical gems of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney's glasshouse collection on this behind the scenes tour.
Cinémathèque Junior
Art Gallery of NSW
Theatre, dance & film
Cinémathèque Junior
Start your little one’s cinematic journey with fortnightly screenings at the Art Gallery of NSW.
Little Artists at Green Square Library
Green Square Library
Children & family
Little Artists at Green Square Library
Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
Brickbuilt Sydney - a LEGO Fan Event
Sydney Olympic Park
Children & family
Brickbuilt Sydney - a LEGO Fan Event
The biggest LEGO Fan event in NSW - raising funds in partnership with Sydney Children's Hospitals Foundation
Brickbuilt Sydney 2025
Sydney Showground
Shopping, markets & fairs
Brickbuilt Sydney 2025
Sydney's best LEGO fan event
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
Meet Wayne Kramer in store & special guest David McCormack
Dymocks Building
Children & family
Meet Wayne Kramer in store & special guest David McCormack
Free Dymocks event for children
Vivid Sydney A Taste of HQ: Street Eats Edition
Surry Hills
Children & family
Vivid Sydney A Taste of HQ: Street Eats Edition
A food lover's opportunity to "taste" the offerings of the best chefs in Hollywood Quarter
Cristal Palace
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Cristal Palace
An open-air extravaganza of aerial acrobatics, dance and unbelievable circus feats at the Sydney Opera House Forecourt.
Mindfulness in the Garden
The Royal Botanic Garden
Tours & experiences
Mindfulness in the Garden
Learn how to bring full awareness to the present moment while being immersed in a natural garden setting.
Family Day with FLENK Collective - 25th Biennale of Sydney
White Bay Power Station
Children & family
Family Day with FLENK Collective - 25th Biennale of Sydney
Dive into art, imagination and shared experiences for all ages.
Le Marché French Markets at The Entertainment Quarter
The Entertainment Quarter
Food & drink
Le Marché French Markets at The Entertainment Quarter
French fun, food and stalls
Info session: Get the Full Picture on Aged Care Support
Woollahra
Talks, courses & workshops
Info session: Get the Full Picture on Aged Care Support
This free, friendly session will l walk you through everything you need to know about My aged Care simply and clearly.
Stargazing at Centennial Park
Centennial Park
Children & family
Stargazing at Centennial Park
Stargazing with an astronomer, with telescopes viewing with an exclusive colourful eye piece at Centennial Park.
The Makers and Shakers Market
Rozelle
Children & family
The Makers and Shakers Market
A curated market of 140+ handmade stalls including homewares, sustainable fashion + tasty food and drinks
Frozen: sing-a-long monthly film screening
Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Theatre, dance & film
Frozen: sing-a-long monthly film screening
Let it go at Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Sentimental Stitching: Keepsake quilt workshop
Sydney Community College
Children & family
Sentimental Stitching: Keepsake quilt workshop
Create a keepsake quilt using upcycled fabrics!
Ultimo Community Centre 30th anniversary open day
Ultimo Community Centre
Children & family
Ultimo Community Centre 30th anniversary open day
Live music, craft activities and sport.
Maru Festival by Big Japanese Market
Crows Nest Centre
Food & drink
Maru Festival by Big Japanese Market
A day to eat, play and experience Japan
School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families
Ultimo
Music
School holiday – Japanese drumming workshop for families
Dive into the world of Taiko drumming – the powerful and exhilarating art of Japanese percussion
Board Game Convention at ICC: Play Con
ICC Sydney
Children & family
Board Game Convention at ICC: Play Con
Australia's largest dedicated board gaming convention, held annually in Sydney across 3 days.
Andy Griffiths’ You & Me and The Land of Lost Things
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Andy Griffiths’ You & Me and The Land of Lost Things
Andy Griffiths’ brilliantly bonkers book brought to life on stage
Pay No Attention
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Pay No Attention
A brand-new show from Flying Fruit Fly Circus where knockabout comedy meets breathtaking aerials.
Space Play
Carriageworks
Theatre, dance & film
Space Play
Blast off to outer space with Box of Birds Space Play
MaaMaa and Nonna’s Kitchen
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
MaaMaa and Nonna’s Kitchen
A heartwarming, immersive theatre experience that celebrates the bond between family, culture and food
Where is the Green Sheep?
The Concourse
Theatre, dance & film
Where is the Green Sheep?
A wild and woolly adventure to find that elusive green sheep.
Antarctica!
Sydney Opera House
Theatre, dance & film
Antarctica!
A sensory adventure across ice and water for ages 4+
Voltaren City2Surf
Hyde Park
Community & causes
Voltaren City2Surf
Experience the World's Largest Fun Run and join us on 9 August 2026.
Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern Community Open Day
Redfern Community Centre
Community & causes
Indigenous Science Experience at Redfern Community Open Day
Get hands-on doing a range of Indigenous and Western science activities.
Camping 101
Centennial Park
Children & family
Camping 101
A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink
Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre
Community & causes
Ramsay Health Care Triathlon Pink
Triathlon Pink is designed to be fun, inclusive, and empowering.
Book Fair Australia Sydney 2026, presented by Book Addiction
Sydney Showground
Shopping, markets & fairs
Book Fair Australia Sydney 2026, presented by Book Addiction
Book Fair Australia presents a literary festival that celebrates stories of all genres.
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Dawes Point
Children & family
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.
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