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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.
Explore an enchanting Christmas Candyland
Discover peppermint pines, oversized lollipops, and hidden holiday sweets hiding around every corner!
Free bike tune up: Chippendale
We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
Westpac OpenAir
Westpac OpenAir cinema is an unforgettable moment in each Sydney summer.
12 Lunar Lanterns by Erika Zhu
Catch a glimpse of our 12 beautiful lanterns as they lead you down George Street and into Haymarket
Maker and creator workshop 8-12 yrs
Harness all things inspirational and inventive with our sensational series of creative workshops for kids
A Graphic Tale of Shipwreck: Rediscovering South Australian
Dive into the 1837 wreck of the whaling ship South Australian.
Ballet class: Dance with Me 1.5 - 3 yrs
Explore movement and music together in creative and engaging activities
Celebrate Lunar New Year at Sydney Tower Eye
Celebrate the Year of the Snake 250m high
Free Dance Classes with Nikki Webster, open week 2025
Visit the studios, try free dance classes, meet the teachers, and make new friends
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
Rhythm n Bubs
Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Summit
Connect with loved ones as you ring in the Year of the Snake atop the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge
City Ford Sydney Learn to Play Basketball Classes
The beginning step of your child's basketball journey!
Storytime with Josh – School Holidays
Stories for kids at Maybanke Community Centre, Pyrmont
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
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.
Playgroup
Messy and sensory play, reading books, playing with toys, engaging in craft activities and gross motor play
Ballet Class: Dance With Me 1.5-3 yrs
Explore movement and music together in creative and fun activities
How to play Mahjong at THE ARTISTRY FESTIVAL 2025
Learn how to play Mahjong only in 45 min at THE ARTISTRY 2025
Lunar New Year at The Artistry
A celebration of Asian culture at this three day festival
Teen Acting Classes: New York Style Acting Studio
Learn the craft of acting for stage & screen with an organic step-by-step approach
Youth basketball workshop at Maybanke
A fun mixture of basketball drills and games for youth aged 8-14
Weekend makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Weekend makertime for families: Lunar New Year
Gain practical creative skills in this festive session for ages 8 to 15 years and their caregivers.
CYL Lion and Dragon Dance Workshops
You're invited to understand, learn, experience and perform with us
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.
The FRIENDS™ Experience: The One in Sydney
There are set recreations, props and costumes from the show, and even the iconic orange couch - Oh. My. Gawd!
Lunar Sea and Happy Chinese New Year Celebration 2025
Let's join the China Chic Fun Party and experience the Guangxi Cultural Fair!
Baby live music playground
Introduce your little ones (1.5-4 years old) to the exciting world of classical music
Family Sunday: Celebrate Lunar New Year
Visit the Library for a free family event to welcome the Year of the Snake!
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
Term 1 2025 Sunday skateboarding lessons
Learn to ride with expert instructors! Safe, fun sessions for kids, from beginners to advanced
Bilingual rhymetime at Green Square Library, 0 to 2 years
A fun storytelling program combining rhymes, singing and stories
Bilingual storytime at Green Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
Makertime for families, 8-12 yrs
Gain practical creative makerspace skills and experience in this intergenerational 2-hour session
Rhymetime at Darling Square Library, 0 to 2 years
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.
Retro gaming and Dungeons & Dragons
Old-school gaming and new-school multiplayer collide in this set of gaming days for young people aged 14 to 21.
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.
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.
Bilingual storytime at Darling Square Library, 3 to 5 years
A fun bilingual storytelling program combining stories, rhymes, and singing.
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
Tweenies arts and board games (9 to 12 years)
Arts and craft program for 9 - 12 year olds after-school
Alexandria Park community barbecue
Get to know your neighbours and local services at this free monthly event
Valentine's Day: Lovers brunch for 2
Join us for a romantic brunch with our Valentine's Day Lovers Brunch for 2 with Bubbles
Kids at the Con: Term 1
Our fun, engaging, and interactive group introduction to music classes are open for Term 4 2024
Auslan and English Storytime at Glebe Library
Fun sessions of storytelling for pre-school aged deaf and hearing children
Cork & Chroma Paint & sip: Vintage cake
Indulge your creative sweet tooth with Vintage Cake
Diver City 'Weekend Baby' EP Launch Show
Diver City – the children's project of comedian Matt Okine and musician KLP – are back and ready to party!
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets at Kings Cross
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Colourful Connections: friendship bracelets at Customs House
Join us for a fun-filled Mardi Gras friendship bracelet workshop
Sydney Streets on Harris Street
Celebrate Pyrmont with a day of outdoor fun on Harris Street
Sacred Earth, Sustainable Futures (Community)
Sacred Earth, Sustainable Futures: First Nations Climate Playhouse - Community
Ocean Lovers Festival Darling Harbour
A festival of ideas, art + music and actions for the ocean.
Tinkering with Tools: Electronics & E-Waste
Learn new skills using handtools to deconstruct and explore e-waste objects.
Sydney Streets on Crown Street
We’re stopping traffic for a day of fun on Crown Street
Ghostly Garden for kids
Experience a twilight adventure through the Royal Botanic Garden in this spine-tingling storytelling event
Gabby’s Dollhouse Live!
World Premiere of Gabby's Dollhouse Live! to open in Australia in March 2025 ahead of global tour.
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!