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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.

Free bike tune ups: McEvoy St Waterloo

Free bike tune ups: McEvoy St Waterloo

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Tomorrow
Ballet classes: Ages 5-7 years (Pyrmont)

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
Tomorrow
Bush school: Connect children to nature

Bush school: Connect children to nature

Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
Tomorrow
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.
Tomorrow
French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

French classes for your kids and you - Rozelle

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Rozelle
Tomorrow
Gargoyles and Grotesques: Quadrangle Tours

Gargoyles and Grotesques: Quadrangle Tours

Celebrate the University of Sydney’s 175th anniversary with free heritage tours
Tomorrow
Little Things by Roma Lestal

Little Things by Roma Lestal

The small but meaningful things that make us happy
Tomorrow
Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW
Tomorrow
Stories under the fig tree

Stories under the fig tree

Books celebrating First Nations languages, and cultures.
Tomorrow
Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV

Sydney Lions Soccer Academy at KGV

Have your children learn the skills of soccer in a fun and safe environment.
Tomorrow
The Curious World of Pamela Allen

The Curious World of Pamela Allen

Step into the whimsical world of beloved author and illustrator Pamela Allen.
Tomorrow
Weekly art classes for children

Weekly art classes for children

Drawing and painting workshops for children of all ages
Tomorrow
Whale Watching Cruises

Whale Watching Cruises

Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures
Tomorrow
Spookfest at Paddy's

Spookfest at Paddy's

Paddy’s Spookfest 2025: Oct 29–Nov 2, Haymarket & Flemington, free entry, spooky fun, trick-or-treat & prizes!
29 Oct 2025
Blue Mountains Birdwatching Adventure

Blue Mountains Birdwatching Adventure

Discover Sydney's Blue Mountains NP. From 6:15am to 7:30pm, in search of extraordinary birdlife!
29 Oct 2025
Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

Rhymetime at Glebe Library, 0 to 2 years

A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
30 Oct 2025
Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years

Storytime at Glebe Library, 3 to 5 years

A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing
30 Oct 2025
Australia’s Biggest Trick or Treat Returns

Australia’s Biggest Trick or Treat Returns

Ghost Festival Launches Australia’s Biggest Halloween Experiences for All Ages
30 Oct 2025
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs (Tramsheds)

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
30 Oct 2025
It's tawny time. Bird craft: Make a tawny frogmouth friend

It's tawny time. Bird craft: Make a tawny frogmouth friend

Join us to celebrate the 2025 Bird of the Year, and create your own tawny frogmouth sculpture
30 Oct 2025
Paint and Sip Classes Sydney : Acrylic Art, Canvas & Fun

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.
30 Oct 2025
Seedlings nature school

Seedlings nature school

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
30 Oct 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
30 Oct 2025
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
31 Oct 2025
French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

French classes for your kids and you - Bondi Beach

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Bondi Beach
31 Oct 2025
Halloween Family Fest @ The Entertainment Quarter

Halloween Family Fest @ The Entertainment Quarter

Sydney’s family friendly Halloween celebration is back and this year it’s spookier, sillier & more fun then ever!
31 Oct 2025
K-Bop

K-Bop

A parent child singing circle with Angie Who
31 Oct 2025
Lullaby Club

Lullaby Club

A singing circle for new mamas with tea and cake.
31 Oct 2025
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio

Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio

Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach.
31 Oct 2025
Ballet classes: Ages 5-8 years (Glebe)

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
1 Nov 2025
Maroubra Beach markets

Maroubra Beach markets

Cambridge Market's continues popular beach market
1 Nov 2025
Moore Park Precinct Open Day 2025

Moore Park Precinct Open Day 2025

Family fun day of community, sport, wellness and games at the Moore Park Golf Course
1 Nov 2025
Saturday Pottery for Kids

Saturday Pottery for Kids

The perfect weekend activity for your kids! Classes from $35
1 Nov 2025
The 91-Storey Treehouse – Live on Stage

The 91-Storey Treehouse – Live on Stage

Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton’s bestselling book comes to life – for one day only!
1 Nov 2025
Toy Choir

Toy Choir

The happiest choir on earth!
1 Nov 2025
Baby live music playground

Baby live music playground

Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
2 Nov 2025
Kids kung fu - try a class

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
2 Nov 2025
Sunday skateboarding lessons

Sunday skateboarding lessons

Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches!
2 Nov 2025
MCA Art Play

MCA Art Play

Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.
3 Nov 2025
After School Improv Classes

After School Improv Classes

Unleash your creativity and get headstart on school drama and HSC projects, including playbuilding and devising!
3 Nov 2025
Cool Little Kids: Helping Parents Tackle Childhood Anxiety

Cool Little Kids: Helping Parents Tackle Childhood Anxiety

Five-week program developed by Macquarie University delivered free to parents in City of Sydney
3 Nov 2025
French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

French classes for your kids and you in Paddington

Fun French classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their carers in Paddington
3 Nov 2025
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs

Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs

Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
4 Nov 2025
Rhythm n Bubs

Rhythm n Bubs

Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
5 Nov 2025
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs

Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
8 Nov 2025
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library

Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library

Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
8 Nov 2025
Syrups by Sticky Launch Party!

Syrups by Sticky Launch Party!

Free slushies and free candy demos all day in The Rocks, perfect for families!
8 Nov 2025
University of Sydney Community Festival

University of Sydney Community Festival

Free talks, tours, research demonstrations, music, good food and family-friendly fun!
8 Nov 2025
Marrickville West Garage Sale Trail

Marrickville West Garage Sale Trail

Shop 50+ community stalls of preloved clothing, jewellery, toys, books, bric-a-brac, plants, food, coffee & more!
9 Nov 2025
Step Out for Cancer

Step Out for Cancer

Walk or run and get loud for a cure to help the 86 kids every month who are diagnosed with cancer in Australia.
9 Nov 2025
Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Santa at the summit of the Sydney Harbour Bridge

Santa is coming to the Summit and you can meet him for an iconic festive photo atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge
9 Nov 2025
Puppy adoption playdate - fun for kids

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
11 Nov 2025
Storytime online with Peter Carnavas

Storytime online with Peter Carnavas

Meet Peter Carnavas, renowned author and illustrator and listen as he reads his books.
12 Nov 2025
2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show

2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show

Step aboard for the ultimate on-water boating experience at the Sydney International On-Water Boat Show!
13 Nov 2025
Kids face painting, paella and empanadas at Amigoss SBC

Kids face painting, paella and empanadas at Amigoss SBC

The funds collected with the activities today will go toward new resources and materials for the centre.
15 Nov 2025
Rainbow Connections: Open Day For Carers & Service Providers

Rainbow Connections: Open Day For Carers & Service Providers

Join us for an informative and supportive event where you can connect with Carer Gateway and other service providers
15 Nov 2025
Heffron Park markets

Heffron Park markets

New Heffron Park markets launching this October
16 Nov 2025
Indoor House Plants 101 Workshop

Indoor House Plants 101 Workshop

Join us at Sydney’s Inner City jungle makerspace and learn how to care for your indoor plants with confidence!
16 Nov 2025
Rainforest Terrarium Workshop

Rainforest Terrarium Workshop

Join us at Sydney’s Inner City jungle warehouse to do our infamous Rainforest Terrarium Workshop!
16 Nov 2025
Terrarium Workshop

Terrarium Workshop

Build your own miniature ecosystem!
16 Nov 2025
Profound Autism Symposium

Profound Autism Symposium

A landmark event placing profound autism on the national agenda.
17 Nov 2025
Little Artists: Colour

Little Artists: Colour

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!
20 Nov 2025
Ashfield Crystals, Creatives & Mystics Fair

Ashfield Crystals, Creatives & Mystics Fair

Bringing together creatives, crystals, handcrafted jewellery and much more for a unique shopping experience.
22 Nov 2025
Bush Tucker Tour

Bush Tucker Tour

Take a guided bush tucker tour around Centennial Park
23 Nov 2025
Christmas in Pyrmont

Christmas in Pyrmont

Live music, delicious food, Christmas shopping and children’s activities
23 Nov 2025
Martin Place Christmas Markets

Martin Place Christmas Markets

Sydney’s most enchanting Christmas market experience in the heart of Sydney this holiday season
27 Nov 2025
Bernstein & Busoni

Bernstein & Busoni

Two one-act operas with orchestra in the beautiful intimacy of the historic Eternity Playhouse.
28 Nov 2025
Rosebery Christmas Concert

Rosebery Christmas Concert

Gather friends and family and get ready to party
30 Nov 2025
Double Bay’s Festive Fashion Pawrade

Double Bay’s Festive Fashion Pawrade

This free community dog-friendly event brings together fashion, fun, and philanthropy to support RSPCA NSW.
30 Nov 2025
Choirs in the City: Martin Place

Choirs in the City: Martin Place

Street choirs singing carols perform every night leading up to Christmas.
1 Dec 2025
Glebe Christmas Concert

Glebe Christmas Concert

Sing, dance and be merry in the spirit of Sydney Christmas
6 Dec 2025
Early Birds

Early Birds

Autism and sensory-friendly mornings
6 Dec 2025
Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert

Rushcutters Bay Christmas Concert

It’s time to dust off your reindeer ears and put on your party shoes
7 Dec 2025
Surry Hills Christmas Fair

Surry Hills Christmas Fair

Live music, stalls and delicious food and drink
13 Dec 2025
Kids' Proms: It's Christmas!

Kids' Proms: It's Christmas!

Meet the instruments of the concert band at these fun, festive and interactive concerts!
14 Dec 2025
Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Royal Botanic Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
15 Dec 2025
Christmas at Sydney Town Hall

Christmas at Sydney Town Hall

Christmas spectacular with the grand organ, bands and choirs
17 Dec 2025
Dreaming of a green Christmas

Dreaming of a green Christmas

Get ready for a hilarious Christmas story this December!
22 Dec 2025
Santa's studio

Santa's studio

Your little elves can create beautiful Christmas crafts and presants
22 Dec 2025
Christmas Day Dinner at Sailmaker

Christmas Day Dinner at Sailmaker

This festive season, come together with family and friends at Sailmaker Restaurant’s coveted Christmas events.
25 Dec 2025
Christmas Day lunch

Christmas Day lunch

Spend a magical Christmas Day in the heart of Sydney
25 Dec 2025
Cockatoo Island NYE Camping Experience

Cockatoo Island NYE Camping Experience

Book New Year's Eve accommodation at Cockatoo Island and spend NYE in the heart of Sydney Harbour!
30 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye

New Year’s Eve at Sydney Tower Eye

Elevate your New Year! Celebrate NYE above the city with once-in-a-lifetime experiences, 250m high!
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

New Year's Eve 9pm Fireworks Cruise

Celebrate the family-friendly NYE fireworks from the best seat on Sydney Harbour
31 Dec 2025
New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh

New Year's Eve and Fireworks at Jounieh

Experience an evening of exceptional dining, joyous laughter and iconic fireworks.
31 Dec 2025
New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill

New Year’s Eve by the Harbour at Searock Grill

Step into New Year’s Eve at Searock Grill, in the heart of Circular Quay, and experience an unforgettable celebration
31 Dec 2025
The Classic Conjuring Magic Show

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.
10 Jan 2026
Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!

Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play!

Disney Jr. Live On Tour: Let’s Play! brings Mickey, Minnie, the SuperKitties and Team Spidey to Australia!
17 Jan 2026
Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

Australia Day Ferrython & Harbour Parade Cruise

See the Tall Ships Race, Harbour Parade, Australia Day Regatta and Defence aerial displays over Sydney Harbour.
26 Jan 2026
Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

Australia Day Fireworks Cruise

See a series of dazzling fireworks displays around the Opera House and Harbour Bridge
26 Jan 2026
Hansel & Gretel

Hansel & Gretel

Who’s that nibbling at my house? I’ll lure them in with sweets to eat, a child is a witch’s favourite treat!
27 Jan 2026
KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

The KMPG Sydney Sail Grand Prix 2026 will feature a spectacular twilight racing format for the first time
28 Feb 2026
Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Sydney Streets on Harris Street

Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of community celebrations
28 Mar 2026