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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.
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (The Rocks)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet including basic dance vocabulary
Bubble Planet
Step into a planet beyond your imagination with fantastical landscapes and the biggest ball pit you have ever seen!
Children's Trail with Booby and Eel | NAS Gallery
Come on a journey with Booby and Eel through The Neighbour at the Gate, an exhibition at NAS Gallery
Enchanted action drama & film classes
Make friends and join the fun in these exciting classes! Confidence building, audition preparation, games and creativity
Joshua Bonson | SKIN - Moving Through Monochrome
Art Leven proudly presents Joshua Bonson
Kids kung fu - try a class
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Library treasure hunt
Join our library treasure hunt across the libraries in August to celebrate Library and Information Week and Book Week.
Meet Taylor Swift at Madame Tussauds Sydney!
Turn a Fortnight into forever with Taylor Swift at Madame Tussauds Sydney.
Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun
Paint and Sip classes offer a unique experience that blends the joy of painting with the pleasure of sipping your wine.
Short & tweet bird watching tour Sydney
Urban birdwatching at its best – Discover Sydney’s iconic birdlife
Sunday skateboarding lessons
Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches!
Whale Watching Cruises
Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
After School Improv Classes
Unleash your creativity and get headstart on school drama and HSC projects, including playbuilding and devising!
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
French classes for your kids and you - Paddington
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
French classes for your kids and you - Pyrmont ON HOLD
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Pyrmont
Yoga for Teenagers - Strong Body, Strong Mind
An 8-Week Course to Build Calm, Resilience and Self-Awareness
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting, online via Zoom
A unique opportunity for teenagers to learn the craft of acting for stage and screen.
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 (Pyrmont)
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Ballet class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Pyrmont)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (Pyrmont)
Your child will learn the fundamentals of ballet technique in a fun, relaxed atmosphere where learning best takes place
Bush school: Connect children to nature
Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
Free bike tune ups: Darlinghurst
We’re out and about on shared paths and cycleways in inner Sydney twice a week
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Beach
Home-school makertime: 3D print a planet 8-12yrs
A fun introduction to 3D printing for home-school kids during National Science Week
Storytime at Darling Square, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
Weekly art classes for children
Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Glebe community barbecue
Come and join us Wednesday fortnightly during school terms for some food and fun
Storytime at Surry Hills Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Bilingual rhymetime at Darling Square, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Rozelle
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
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Storytime at Newtown Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Storytime online with Dinalie Dabarera
The award-winning author and illustrator reads from her picture book Quiet Time with my Seeya
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre
Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
Little Artists: My favourite meal
Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!
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
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories.
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)
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 (Tramsheds)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Free bike tune up: Darlinghurst
We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Ghost Tour around the Rocks
Venture back to historic Sydney. A time when prisoners were the law
Studio Ghibli Film Retrospective
The best work of the renowned Japanese animation house
Science Week at the Maritime Museum
Dip into fun, interactive events, exhibitions, screenings, talks and experiments celebrating National Science Week.
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Glebe)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (The Rocks)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe) Saturdays
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Junction
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Junction
Private buggy tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Join an buggy tour around Australia's oldest botanic garden and a 30-hectare paradise adjoining Sydney Harbour.
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach.
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
ENSEMBLES: 18th Young Maestros Community Concert
Exceptional young musicians perform together in ensembles for an enchanting hour of chamber music.
National Science Week: Makertime for families 8-12yrs
Join us at the Makerspace during National Science Week!
The Planets - Concert and stargazing Centennial Park
Experience a night of moving music and astronomical exploration
Kids at the Con: term 3
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
National Science Week in the parklands
Looking for a fun, free family day out? Join Greater Sydney Parklands for two exciting events this National Science Week
Book Week with Christopher Cheng
Join Christopher Cheng to hear him read his books and explore why dragons are important to him.
Book Week with Judith Rossell
Author and illustrator Judith Rossell will explore her latest adventure mystery, The Midwatch.
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
Book Week with Matt Cosgrove and Eva Amores
Meet the authors of 'Worst Week Ever' and discover your new favourite read!
Book Week: Real adventures, imagined friends!
This Book Week, explore the library’s collection and create bold new stories from a sidekick’s point of view.
Book Week with Nisaluk Chantanakom
Join Nisaluk Chantanakom, illustrator of the CBCA-shortlisted A Teaspoon of Light for a special Book Week workshop.
Book Week: ‘Reading’ Pictures
This Book Week, sharpen your visual literacy skills with this deep dive into Australian picture books.
Book Week with illustrator Jade Goodwin
Join illustrator Jade Goodwin for a special Book Week workshop of storytelling and drawing.
Book Week with Jess McGeachin
Join award-winning author and illustrator Jess McGeachin for a special Book Week workshop of storytelling and drawing.
Book Week with Deborah Frenkel
This Book Week, meet author Deborah Frenkel and be inspired by the backstory to her book The Truck Cat
Book Week with Kelly Canby
Join award-winning author and illustrator Kelly Canby for a creative Book Week workshop.
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Little Artists: If I were an animal
Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!
123 Magic Parenting Program - Emotional Coaching
Free emotional coaching program for parents
Miracle Moon Walk 2025
Miracle Moon Walk is a spectacular night walk, taking in iconic sites of the city and surrounding areas
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show
Magic at its close - the ideal way to mark special occasions or enjoy a night out with family and friends.
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
Paint & Sip Cork & Chroma Vino & Vinyl: Desert Beats
For the record, we are ditching the canvas for Father's Day!
Storytime online with Amy Adeney
Join us for stories, songs and creative art activities with author Amy Adeney.
Blak Market at The Rocks
Authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, Craft & Fashion
Newington College: Early Learning Centre Open Day
Join us for a tour of Newington College's Early Learning Centre
Tinkerbell and the dream fairies
Join the magical fairies as they go on an exciting musical adventure in Royal Botanic Garden
Academy of Magic
After winning the Best Kids & Family award at Adelaide Fringe 2 years running, the Academy of Magic comes to Sydney!
Monster Jump at The Entertainment Quarter
Monster Jump and Sports Jump – Return to the Entertainment Quarter for September School Holidays
Coil Basket Weaving Workshop
Make a one-of-a-kind basket from reclaimed textile material.
Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop
Have fun learning about songwriting with ARIA-nominated The Vegetable Plot performers
The Pajamazon Jungle by The Vegetable Plot
Enter the Pajamazon Jungle with The Vegetable Plot's award-winning musical comedy show packed full of veggie bangers!
NASCA’s 30th Birthday
This year, NASCA is proud to celebrate 30 years of walking alongside our communities.
International Japanese Kimono Competition
Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate and enjoy
Sydney × Nagoya 45th Sister City Anniversary Event
In 2025, Sydney and Nagoya celebrate the 45th anniversary of their sister city relationship
Cancer Council NSW's 7 Bridges Walk
28km, 7 bridges, one spectacular harbour. Take on the greatest walk of all this October 26, to help tackle cancer.
Christmas in Pyrmont
Live music, delicious food, Christmas shopping and children’s activities
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise
See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise
See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge