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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.

Koi lantern making workshop

Koi lantern making workshop

Get ready to light up your imagination and join us for a spectacular Lantern Making Workshop these school holidays
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A Bee Story

A Bee Story

A narrative circus show for children and families
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ACO Families: Where to Hide a Star

ACO Families: Where to Hide a Star

Experience Oliver Jeffers’ heartwarming new tale beautifully staged with live music by an ACO string quartet.
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All Star Circus

All Star Circus

Graceful aerialists, amazing acrobats and hilarious slapstick comedy!
Tomorrow
Build and Discover Gundam at the Gundam Base Pop-Up

Build and Discover Gundam at the Gundam Base Pop-Up

See giant Gundam displays, enjoy free Gunpla workshops, explore exhibits and discover exclusive model kits
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Children's Trail with Booby and Eel | NAS Gallery

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
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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.
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Fringe Kids

Fringe Kids

Music, magic, bubbles, science and more
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Gargoyles and Grotesques: Quadrangle Tours

Gargoyles and Grotesques: Quadrangle Tours

Celebrate the University of Sydney’s 175th anniversary with free heritage tours
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Le Ray Gymnastics PLC school holiday camps

Le Ray Gymnastics PLC school holiday camps

Gymnastics, dance, games, craft and fun activities your kids will love
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Little Things by Roma Lestal

Little Things by Roma Lestal

The small but meaningful things that make us happy
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Magic from Many Lands: Tales at Darling Square Library

Magic from Many Lands: Tales at Darling Square Library

Join us in a special storytelling event where our incredible Forked Tongue Storytellers share multilingual tales.
Tomorrow
Monster Jump at The Entertainment Quarter

Monster Jump at The Entertainment Quarter

Monster Jump and Sports Jump – Return to the Entertainment Quarter for September School Holidays
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Murmur

Murmur

Direct from Europe, Murmur is both circus and sound theatre for families.
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Once upon a time... en español

Once upon a time... en español

Bring your little ones along for an engaging storytelling session in Spanish
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Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

Raquel Caballero: The Patchwork Portal

A new interactive exhibition for the whole family at the Art Gallery of NSW
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Rascally Romans: A school holiday workshop

Rascally Romans: A school holiday workshop

In this school holiday program workshop learn more about the archaeology and history of the ancient Romans.
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School holiday activities with Museums of History NSW

School holiday activities with Museums of History NSW

These spring school holidays explore Sydney’s fascinating history through fun and unique museum experiences.
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School Holiday Art Workshops

School Holiday Art Workshops

Classes in drawing, painting and clay for children of all ages
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School Holidays Plastic Recycling Session Age 13+

School Holidays Plastic Recycling Session Age 13+

A fun, hands on educational activity that will help educate young minds on the possibilities of plastic recycling!
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Scientist For a Day: Librarian & Archivist

Scientist For a Day: Librarian & Archivist

As part of the Australian Museum Spring School Holiday Program, enjoy a full-day experience touring the Research Library
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Spring School Holidays at BridgeClimb

Spring School Holidays at BridgeClimb

Take in the stunning Sydney skyline and create unforgettable memories
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STEM Together: Rolling Along

STEM Together: Rolling Along

As part of the Australian Museum Spring School Holiday Program discover fun STEM activities for the family to enjoy.
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Stories under the fig tree

Stories under the fig tree

Books celebrating First Nations languages, and cultures.
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Sunset spotlight tour

Sunset spotlight tour

Experience the Royal Botanic Garden and its fascinating night-life on this adventure by torch-light
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Tech & Creative Holiday Camps for ages 5–12

Tech & Creative Holiday Camps for ages 5–12

Hands-on activities in coding, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, animation, crafting and more for fun learning these holidays
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
The Flying Bubble Show

The Flying Bubble Show

A visual feast of bubbles and flight the kids will love!
Tomorrow
The Gagliardies – Our Family is a Circus!

The Gagliardies – Our Family is a Circus!

Bring your whole family to witness high-flying acts, dangerous flying objects, and boundless mischief
Tomorrow
The Giant Balloon Show

The Giant Balloon Show

Feverous balloon sculptures, high-energy comic performance and the all-important giant balloon!
Tomorrow
Whale Watching Cruises

Whale Watching Cruises

Cruise the open ocean in search of nature's most majestic creatures
Tomorrow
Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Little Artists at Juanita Nielsen Community Centre

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time! Suitable for 2-5 years
9 Oct 2025
School Holiday Activity: A Day in the Life of a Soldier

School Holiday Activity: A Day in the Life of a Soldier

Visit the Anzac Memorial these school holidays for an interactive experience of a day in the life of a soldier.
9 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
9 Oct 2025
Free bike tune up: Darlinghurst

Free bike tune up: Darlinghurst

We talk to people walking and riding about respecting each other’s journey, and sharing spaces courteously
9 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.
9 Oct 2025
Seedlings nature school

Seedlings nature school

Explore nature experiences with you and your little one
9 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
9 Oct 2025
Bush school: Connect children to nature

Bush school: Connect children to nature

Get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment
10 Oct 2025
Family Fun Day at Parliament of NSW

Family Fun Day at Parliament of NSW

Discover, learn and have fun at NSW Parliament's Family Fun Day, with free activities for children aged 5 to 12.
10 Oct 2025
Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Magic Garden: Music and Songwriting Workshop

Have fun learning about songwriting with ARIA-nominated The Vegetable Plot performers
10 Oct 2025
The Pajamazon Jungle by The Vegetable Plot

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!
10 Oct 2025
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
11 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
11 Oct 2025
Kids Workshop - Pizza From Scratch! (12-15 year olds)

Kids Workshop - Pizza From Scratch! (12-15 year olds)

There’s nothing better than pizza - except making your own from scratch! Make your own dough, sauce & bake it too
11 Oct 2025
My Aged Care information day

My Aged Care information day

Join us for this fantastic FREE opportunity, to learn about My Aged Care services and supports that are available
11 Oct 2025
Toy Choir

Toy Choir

The happiest choir on earth!
11 Oct 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
12 Oct 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
12 Oct 2025
MCA Art Play

MCA Art Play

Creativity reimagined: early learning through art.
13 Oct 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!
13 Oct 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
14 Oct 2025
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.
14 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!
15 Oct 2025
The International Stage at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

The International Stage at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

Experience a high-energy evening of vibrant performances celebrating the best of Asia’s music scene
15 Oct 2025
Tumbalong Honky Tonk at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

Tumbalong Honky Tonk at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

Featuring Max Jackson, The Washboard Union, Lewis Love and Big Wheels
16 Oct 2025
NASCA’s 30th Birthday

NASCA’s 30th Birthday

This year, NASCA is proud to celebrate 30 years of walking alongside our communities.
17 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.
17 Oct 2025
Crows Nest Fest 2025

Crows Nest Fest 2025

Crows Nest Fest 2025: Connection, Culture & Creativity
19 Oct 2025
Heffron Park markets

Heffron Park markets

New Heffron Park markets launching this October
19 Oct 2025
Sun-dance at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

Sun-dance at SXSW Sydney Unlocked

Red Bull battles, Kpop fandom fun and playful Twirl twists — get ready for a day of pure energy, rhythm and creativity!
19 Oct 2025
Sunday skateboarding lessons

Sunday skateboarding lessons

Safe, supportive skate lessons for kids - with Sydney’s best coaches!
19 Oct 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
20 Oct 2025
Poppet Centre Craft Circle

Poppet Centre Craft Circle

Being a parent is a full-time gig - and sometimes you just need a moment to breathe, to connect, and to create.
22 Oct 2025
Little Artists: Lines

Little Artists: Lines

Encouraging early art and fostering creativity, one craft at a time!
23 Oct 2025
Sleep under the stars

Sleep under the stars

Sleep under the stars at Sydney's stargazer lawn to raise money for homeless children and young people
24 Oct 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
25 Oct 2025
International Japanese Kimono Competition

International Japanese Kimono Competition

Australia's largest kimono competition for kimono fans to participate and enjoy
25 Oct 2025
Sydney × Nagoya 45th Sister City Anniversary Event

Sydney × Nagoya 45th Sister City Anniversary Event

In 2025, Sydney and Nagoya celebrate the 45th anniversary of their sister city relationship
25 Oct 2025
Bush Tucker Tour

Bush Tucker Tour

Take a guided bush tucker tour around Centennial Park
26 Oct 2025
Cancer Council NSW's 7 Bridges Walk

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.
26 Oct 2025
Spontaneous storytime with Sean E Avery and James Foley

Spontaneous storytime with Sean E Avery and James Foley

Join author-illustrators Sean E Avery and James Foley for this creatively spontaneous workshop.
26 Oct 2025
Halloween Pumpkin Carving 101 Workshop

Halloween Pumpkin Carving 101 Workshop

Learn the essentials to carve your very own Halloween pumpkin
28 Oct 2025
Camping 101

Camping 101

A nature-filled night of camping and outdoor activities
31 Oct 2025
Maroubra Beach markets

Maroubra Beach markets

Cambridge Market's continues popular beach market
1 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
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
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
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
Profound Autism Symposium

Profound Autism Symposium

A landmark event placing profound autism on the national agenda.
17 Nov 2025
Christmas in Pyrmont

Christmas in Pyrmont

Live music, delicious food, Christmas shopping and children’s activities
23 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
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
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 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
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