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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.
Puppy adoption playdate - fun for kids
Get ready for a heart-warming, hands-on event where kids become proud new puppy parents – plush puppy parents, that is
Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires
From ancient myths to modern science, Bloodsuckers: Nature's Vampires reveals the truth behind these notorious feeders.
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
Fang-tastic School Holiday Fun at the Australian Museum
2-for-1 entry to Bloodsuckers, plus workshops, family films, after-hours fun and hands-on science at AM.
Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat
Make yourself at home in an underground art park at the Art Gallery of NSW
The Animal Crossing: New Horizons adventure
Discover marine creatures, collect stamps, complete activities and meet Isabelle!
Titanic: A Voyage Through Time
Titanic: A Voyage Through Time invites guests to step beyond the screen and into one of history's most defining moments.
Toddler craft and chat
Bring your toddler to this fun session and connect with other parents
Treasures of the Viking Age - The Galloway Hoard
Travel back in time to early medieval Scotland and discover unique and mysterious Viking-age treasures.
Whale watching cruises
Watch humpback whales breach in the open ocean on a Sydney whale watching cruise.
Winterfest at Hay St
From 1 July to 2 August, Hay St will transform into Sydney's winter playground.
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
Jazz class 3-8 years (Pyrmont)
A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
Traditional candy making demonstration
The world famous candy-makers at Sticky Lollies host a free candy-making show every day
Whale watching cruises
Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures
Community planting for National Tree Day – Harold Park
Be part of creating a vital green corridor for wildlife
Private buggy tour of the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Join a buggy tour around Australia's oldest botanic garden and a 30-hectare paradise adjoining Sydney Harbour
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)
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
Ballet Class: Little Ballet 3-5 years (Glebe)
Promotes confidence, encourages independence and group contribution
Teen Acting Classes: New York style acting studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach.
The Village Milk Bar
Community pop-up celebrating new motherhood and the village that supports mums
Love Echoes
A chamber orchestra concert featuring LGBTQIA+ musicians and compositions
Peter and the Wolf Family Cushion Concert
Peter and the Wolf at Leichhardt Town Hall with The Metropolitan Orchestra. 3 shows only on Saturday July 25th.
Stargazing at Centennial Park
Stargazing with an astronomer, using a cutting-edge, Sydney-exclusive optical eyepiece, at Centennial Park.
STS Young Endeavour Open Day at the Maritime Museum
Visit Australia’s national sail training ship, STS Young Endeavour for one day only
The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever Sydney 2026
Annual Flash Mob Dance Tribute to Kate Bush
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
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
Monthly QVB Classical Pop-Up Concert
Experience classical music in one of Sydney’s historical landmarks
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.
Community planting for National Tree Day: Prince Alfred Park
Help grow a thriving native meadow in the heart of the city
Indoor plant care 101 workshop
Join us at Sydney’s Inner City jungle makerspace and learn how to care for your indoor plants with confidence
Kids kung fu classes
The martial tradition of the Shaolin temple adapted for kids to reach their full potential in a fun environment
Kokedama moss balls workshop
Create beautiful Kokedama Plant Balls in Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse makerspace
National Tree Day Celebration
Connect with ancient trees and celebrate National Tree Day together
Rainforest terrarium workshop
Join our infamous Rainforest Terrarium Workshop! at Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse in Glebe.
Sound Bath for Babies Pyrmont
A unique sensory experience for parents and babies alike
Succulent terrarium workshop Glebe
Build your own miniature succulent ecosystem in an inner city jungle collab hub in Glebe.
Sunday skateboarding lessons
Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
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
Singing and stories at Ultimo Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Create Your Own Keepsake Quilt: Transform Treasured Fabrics
Create a beautiful keepsake quilt from treasured fabrics in this 2-week course!
French classes for your kids and you - Artarmon
Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Artarmon
Singing and stories at Kings Cross Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Storytime at Darling Square, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
Sydney Lions Junior Soccer Academy at KGV
Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
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
Junior Jazz Class: 5-8 years (The Rocks)
A great way for your dancer to develop their movement skills and have fun dancing
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
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
Let’s Talk: Talking So They Can Hear Us @ Darlinghurst
Let’s Talk Parent Conversation Series... Real conversations for real parenting challenges!
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 in the Children’s Library
Join us in our beautiful Children’s Library, full of stories, songs and rhymes.
Féth Fíada by Emily Ebbs
Emily's process-based practice explores stain as both material and metaphor
Library open day: Darling Square Library
City of Sydney Library open day at Darling Square Library until 9pm
Singing and stories at Waterloo Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Andy Griffiths Live: You & Me and the Gigantic Knucklehead
From the No. 1 bestselling Treehouse creator, Andy Griffiths, comes a brand-new, larger-than-life adventure
Kids at the Con: term 3
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes
MS Readathon
Join thousands of Australians and turn every page into support for families impacted by MS
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
Singing and stories at Customs House Library, 0 to 5 years
Come join us for a fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Cinémathèque Junior
Start your little one’s cinematic journey with fortnightly screenings at the Art Gallery of NSW.
Sashiko Workshop with Yoshi: Mindful Sewing and Repair
Learn Japanese repair and sewing techniques with local artist Yoshi Ito.
Nobody Buys Green Paintings by Lisa McKimmie
An opening night for the exhibition of new paintings by Lisa McKimmie
Storytime online with Jo Dabrowski
Join us to meet author Jo Dabrowski as she reads her delightful story Dear Broccoli.
Pregnancy, babies and children's expo
Australia's Largest Baby Expo Returns to Sydney
Sydney Science Trail: Community Day at the Australian Museum
Join us for a one-day science bonanza, jam-packed with science shows and activities for kids of all ages!
The Planets - Concert and Stargazing Centennial Park
Experience a night of moving music and astronomical exploration
Frozen: sing-a-long monthly film screening
Let it go at Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Sing Out Choral Festival 2026
The inaugural Inner West Choral festival celebrates the voices of the Inner West and beyond
Tuning in to kids™ - Marathon format
A flexible parenting workshop for busy families.
Book Week with Charlotte Barkla
Celebrate the first day of Book Week with author Charlotte Barkla.
Book Week with Sandhya Parappukkaran
Meet award-winning children’s author Sandhya Parappukkaran for this Book Week adventure.
Vagabond Cruises: Father's Day Lunch Cruise
Treat dad to 3 sensational hours on Sydney Harbour, delicious surf and turf lunch and live music!
The Bugalugs Bum Thief
Laugh, sing and be thoroughly entertained as students embark on an investigative journey to catch the thief!
My Fair Lady
Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady comes to Australia to celebrate 70 years since its glorious Broadway debut
Erth's Shark Dive: Live on Stage
An unforgettable journey below the surface for the whole family, that will change the way you see sharks.
Wild Things International Kids Festival
Sydney Opera House presents a new kids festival that invites young ones and grown-ups to explore, create and play.
Monster Skatepark School Holiday Camp – Skate, Scooter & BMX
Full-day Skate, Scooter & BMX holiday camps with food, coaching and pickups across Sydney
School Holiday Table Tennis
Enjoy a game on our three German-made expert roller tables
This Show is a Joke
It’s a comedy extravaganza for kidults aged 5 to 5 million (dinosaurs welcome).
Poppet craft circle for craft week
A sSpecial Sydney craft week-inspired gathering for parents
Cirque du Soleil – Kooza
The internationally acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production ‘Kooza’ is coming to Sydney in 2026 with tickets on sale now.
WBBL | Sydney Sixers v Perth Scorchers
Sixers host the Scorchers in this Summer afternoon blockbuster at North Sydney Oval.
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh
Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.