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Things to do during the school holidays

Monday 29 September to Friday 10 October 2025

Keeping children and teens entertained in the school holidays can be a tricky business, so we’ve done the hard work for you.

Swim, slide and splash

City of Sydney pools and aquatic centres

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Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration

Free Traditional Candy Making Demonstration

The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day.
17 Sep 2025
Kids Creative Art and Craft Club Course (5-9 years)

Kids Creative Art and Craft Club Course (5-9 years)

Let kids express themselves creatively in this fun, drawing and painting workshop course hosted by Juliana
24 Sep 2025
Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW
17 Sep 2025
The Centenary Exhibition

The Centenary Exhibition

The evolution of Australian military service, focusing on the personal stories of NSW service.
17 Sep 2025
Spirits of The Rocks: Sydney’s Dark Past

Spirits of The Rocks: Sydney’s Dark Past

Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law
25 Sep 2025

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