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Are you looking for things to do with your kids on (and around) the Northern Beaches? We've compiled a list of things to do below. We are currently building an online search for you, where you'll be able to search for things to do, by your criteria, and have results delivered to you at the click of a button. But for now, have a look at what's on below!
Nature Play - Step back in time
Friday 17 May, 10am - 11.30am (also Mon + Wed)Cost: $20 | Includes one parent/carer FOCAge: 0 Years - 5 YearsLocation: Ku-ring-gai Wildflower Garden, St Ives
To celebrate heritage week, you’ll meet the oldest resident reptile who has been meeting Nature Play kids for years and you’ll make a Nature Play time capsule together! These Nature Play programs offer weekly nature-themed activities, designed to develop curious minds and playful spirits. They involve a fun morning of play-based investigation and discovery in nature led by an experienced Environmental Ranger.More Info
Drop & Slime
Friday 17 May, from 5pm
Cost: From $20Age: 3 Years +Location: Collaroy Beach
Slime lovers get ready! C Side Kids are hosting a drop and dine slime session on Friday 17 May. Drop your kiddos off at 5pm for up to two hours while you enjoy a drink or dinner at one of the local restaurants on Collaroy Beach. More Info
Beaches Farmers Market
Every Friday, 8am - 1pmCost: FREE EntryAge: All AgesLocation: Pittwater Park, Warriewood
Head to the Beaches Farmers Market for a morning together, with a variety of stalls, children's entertainment including face painting and a bouncy castle.More Info
Checkmate chatswood
On Now until Sunday 19 May
Cost: FREEAge: All AgesLocation: Chatswood
Grab your kids and your camera and venture out to Chatswood CBD as chess takes over. Spot giant inflatable chess pieces: take a selfie with the king or queen, drop your best knight pose or rule the rook. It's an adventure you won't want to miss!
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Kids Music Cafe
Friday 17 May, 10.30am, 11.55am, 1.30pm
Cost: Adults $29 | Kids $25
Age: All Ages
Location: Sydney Opera House
Kids Music Café is a beautiful introduction to live music and instruments for the littlest of audience members. Ignite a love of music in your little ones, with child-friendly classics from the fantastic musicians from Sydney Youth Orchestras.
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& Juliet
On Now - 16 JuneCost: From $74.90Age: All AgesLocation: Sydney Lyric Theatre
From pop music’s #1 hitmaker and the Emmy-Winning writer from Schitt’s Creek; the international smash hit & JULIET is now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre!
What if Romeo’s ending, was Juliet’s beginning? The Emmy®-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek flips the script on Shakespeare in this hilarious and poignant story of self-discovery and second chances. Legendary songwriter; Max Martin delivers one of the most addictive and joyous soundtracks to ever hit the stage, in this inspiring new musical that proves there’s life after Romeo. More Info
What if Romeo’s ending, was Juliet’s beginning? The Emmy®-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek flips the script on Shakespeare in this hilarious and poignant story of self-discovery and second chances. Legendary songwriter; Max Martin delivers one of the most addictive and joyous soundtracks to ever hit the stage, in this inspiring new musical that proves there’s life after Romeo. More Info
Mindful & Creative Kids
Every Wednesday + Friday
Time: 9.30am - 10.30am + 4pm - 5pm
Cost: $25
Age: 3 Years - 6 YearsLocation: St Ives Village Green
This is a fun session of mindful and creative activities. Throughout the session, you and your child will engage in a variety of activities that promote relaxation, mindfulness and imagination, through nature play, art and craft, body movement, creativity, storytelling, breathing techniques and cooperative play. There's something for every little mind to enjoy and explore!More Info
Toddler & Pre-school Yoga
Every Friday, 10am - 10.30amCost: $15 KidsAge: Walking - 5 yearsLocation: Little Manly Point Park
Toddler and pre-school yoga class ($15 per child, parents and caregivers can join for free). A fun and easygoing way to introduce your children to yoga through play.
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Make Your Own Emoji
Saturday 18 May, 11.30am - 12.30pmCost: FREEAge: 8 Years - 12 YearsLocation: Apple Chatswood
Kids will learn fun ways to create their own emoji. We’ll show them how to draw colourful faces and objects. Then they’ll explore using the Procreate app on iPad with Apple Pencil to draw an emoji to take home. Devices will be provided.
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Free Soccer Trial
Saturday 18 May
Preschool Age 2pm | Primary Age 3pm
Cost: FREEAge: Preschool to Primary Location: Dee Why
Join Grasshopper Soccer this Saturday 18th of May for a free trial. Preschool age classes at 2pm and school age classes at 3pm.
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The Peasant Prince
Thursday 16 May + Saturday 18 MayCost: $40 General Admission | $150 Family x 4Age: 7 Years - 12 YearsLocation: Belrose
The Peasant Prince is an extraordinary production of a remarkable story – of a peasant boy turned dance giant. It will inspire and enthral young audiences.
“You have your secret dreams. Follow them. Make them come true.” - From The Peasant Prince by Li CunxinMore Info
“You have your secret dreams. Follow them. Make them come true.” - From The Peasant Prince by Li CunxinMore Info
Whale Watching
From May - November
Cost: From $129Age: 6 Years +Location: Manly + Circular Quay
Jump onboard Sydney’s most personal and most exciting whale watching experience that has been thrilling locals and tourists for over a decade.Daily departures from Circular Quay and Manly Wharf from May until November. Whale sightings are guaranteed*More Info
St Ives Show
Saturday 18 May - Sunday 19 May
Cost: $12 Online | $15 at gate | under 12 FREEAge: All AgesLocation: St Ives Showground
The St Ives Agricultural Show is back on 18th-19th May 2024! Some of the attractions include:🐍 Snake Man + 🐾 Animal Nursery🪵 Woodchopping + Wood Carving🐪 Camel Rides🎢 Rides - with unlimited rides bands available🎯 Games🏍️ Antique Motorshow🎪 Open Air Circus🪄 Roaming Magician + 🫧 Bubble ManMore Info
Sensory Friendly Sunday
Sunday 19 May, 8.30am - 11.30am
Cost: $12 General Admission | Under 4 FREEAge: All AgesLocation: National Maritime Museum
On Sensory-Friendly Sundays , new exhibitions and activity areas will be open extra early for a quieter experience and modified to suit people on the Autism spectrum and visitors with a range of differing abilities.Trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to facilitate creative activities.More Info
Play Giant Chess
On Now until Sunday 19 May (Thu - Sun)Cost: FREEAge: All AgesLocation: Chatswood
Challenge your friends and family! A giant outdoor chess set will be available for the public to test their skills on. Get your 'game on' and have fun. Who will be crowned the winner? The chess set will be available to play Thursdays - Sundays until 19 May.
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Mona Vale market
Sunday 19 May, 8.30am - 1pmCost: FREE EntryAge: All AgesLocation: Mona Vale
Mona Vale Marketins are at the Village Park in Mona Vale on Sundays from 31 March - 12 May and they'll have a jumping castle on site.
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Chess 'Allegro' Tournament
Sunday 19 May, 10.30am - 4pm
Cost: $25 - $35Age: 5 Years + | Under 13 must have accompanying adultLocation: Chatswood
Experience the fun of chess at an 'allegro' tournament! At this event there will be seven 30-minute rounds in Compete for prizes and enjoy this competitive chess experience!More Info
Frozen Sing-Along
Sunday 19 May, 10.15am
Cost: $12 General AdmissionAge: All AgesLocation: Hayden Orpheum, Cremorne
Young princess Anna of Arendelle dreams about finding true love at her sister Elsa's coronation. Fate takes her on a dangerous journey indelivery man Kristoff, his reindeer Sven, and snowman Olaf. On an adventure where she will find out what friendship, an attempt to end the eternal winter that has fallen over the kingdom. Shes accompanied by ice delivery man Kristoff, his reindeer Sven, and snowman Olaf. On an adventure where she will find out what friendship, courage, family, and true love really means.More Info
The Messy Folk
Every Sunday, 10am - 11amCost: $20Age: 1 - 5 yearsLocation: Balgowlah
The Messy Folk playgroup is a gentle introduction to learning for ages 12 months to 5 years with a primary focus on Messy Play. They provide a variety of sensory based learning opportunities for children which are all heavily inspired by nature. Each session offers children with 4 - 7 intentional learning stations including; fizzy mud, potion play, safe slime, loose parts play, sensory rice and more.More Info
Face Painting @ The Sands
Every Sunday, 1pm - 3pmCost: FREEAge: All AgesLocation: Narrabeen Sands
Head to Narrabeen Sands for a family-fun afternoon! Treat your little ones to the magic of face painting, plus, enjoy a sweet bonus – free kids' ice cream with any kids meal purchase! More Info
Saturday firework fun
Saturday Evenings - All YearCheck website for dates/times & cancellationsCost: FREEAge: All AgesLocation: Darling Harbour
If your kids enjoy a fireworks show, head to Darling Harbour and watch the Sydney sky come to life from anywhere along the harbour’s edge each Saturday evening. Check website for dates/times & cancellations.
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Dinosaur Exhibition
Permanent ExhibitionCost: FREELocation: Australian Museum
Whether you’re a palaeontologist in the making or just a fan of Jurassic Park, you’ll be fascinated by the prehistoric world as you walk amongst real dinosaur skeletons and life-size models, as well as the fossil teeth, skulls and claws of these out-of-this-world creatures.
With interactive displays you can smell the Mesozoic world, make dinosaur calls and even see the world from a dinosaur's perspective.More Info
With interactive displays you can smell the Mesozoic world, make dinosaur calls and even see the world from a dinosaur's perspective.More Info
Sonic Neon
On Now - 30 June | Can combine with Dream CircusCost: From $29 Per PersonAge: All AgesLocation: Luna Park
Dust off your hypercolour t-shirt, get some colourful gear for the kids and make your way to Sonic Neon, a playful experience where music is transformed into captivating visuals. Located within Luna Park Sydney's iconic fantasy palace on the water's-edge of Sydney Harbour, this family-friendly experience showcases innovation, turning light and sound into an immersive, breathtaking spectacle.More Info
Funland Family Night
Every Monday Night
Kids Eat Free + 3 FREE Funland Game TokensLocation: Pittwater RSL, Mona Vale
Pittwater RSL present Funland Family games nights! Stop by the Pittwater RSL on a Monday evening for kids eat free and 3 FREE Funland game tokens with each adult meal purchased. *T&Cs apply
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dream circus
On Now - 30 JuneCost: $39 Per Person | Can combine with Sonic NeonAge: All AgesLocation: Luna Park
Watch What Its Like Here
Embark on a journey through a realm of cutting-edge, captivating technologies that will blow your mind. Prepare to be thrilled from the comfort of your seat! Dream Circus promises an experience like no other, truly astonishing for all ages.More Info
Bluey Live Experience
On Now - 28 MayCost: FREE with your Sydney Zoo day ticketAge: All AgesLocation: Sydney Zoo
Catch this adorable duo and their friends on stage as they’re brought to real life. Get ready to sing, dance and play along with games like Magic Asparagus, Magic Xylophone, Keepy Uppy and more!
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Sea Eagles v Storm
Friday 24 May, 8pmCost: From $37 Adults | $22 Kids | Family (4) $90Age: All AgesLocation: Brookvale
Head to Brookvale with the family to watch Manly take on the Storm. GO MANLY!More Info
Explore Vivid Sydney
Friday 24 May - 15 June
Cost: $20 | Includes one parent/carer FOCAge: 1 Years - 5 YearsLocation: Sydney
Every year Vivid Sydney transforms the Harbour City into a playground of activity for families. There will be a range of fun and kid-friendly events across Light, Music, Food and Ideas for curious families to choose from. Click the link below for an overview of all of the activities you can enjoy with the kids.More Info
The garfield movie
Sunday 26 May, 10.30amCost: $10 Per PersonAge: PG RatedLocation: United Cinema, Warriewood
Join United Cinemas at Warriewood for an advanced screening of The Garfield. Movie. All tickets are $10 with all proceeds going to the Sony Foundation. Tickets are on sale now.More Info
BALMORAL BURN
Sunday 26 May, From 8.20amAge: All AgesLocation: Balmoral
Every year, participants 'take to the Burn' to conquer Awaba Street, Mosman’s 420 metre racecourse up Sydney’s steepest hill run. The program includes events for all ages, including parent and child program!Now in its 23rd year, the Balmoral Burn provides an ongoing opportunity for Humpty supporters to empower hospitals and health services Australia-wide. More Info
Sunday funday
Sunday 2 June, 12pm - 5pmCost: FREE EntryAge: All AgesLocation: Pittwater RSL
Get ready for a fun-filled family day at The Deck on Sunday, May 5th from 12pm to 5pm! FREE Frozen slushies for the kids all day + face painting and balloon animals from 12:30pm – 2:30pm.More Info
Family Yoga
Sunday 2 June, 3pm - 4pmCost: $35 for 2 people | $10 per person extraAge: 3 Years - 10 YearsLocation: Dee Why
*Limited Spots Available
In this one hour interactive class, families will discover the benefits and joy of practising yoga together. Families will be guided to learn and grow via yoga poses, breathing exercises, mindful games, yoga adventures, and relaxation. Expect to laugh, smile, move, breathe, relax and make shapes with your children in an inclusive, healthy and fun environment.More Info
Ramses & The Gold Of The Pharaohs
On now - 19 May 2024Cost: From $43 Adults | $29 Kids |+ $30 for VR ExperienceFamily Passes $31.25 ppLocation: Australian Museum
Transport yourself back 3,300 years, across the sands of the Sahara Desert where you reach the heartbeat of Ancient Egypt ruled by the most celebrated pharaoh in the country's storied history. Discover over 180 ancient artefacts including sarcophagi, animal mummies, magnificent jewellery, spectacular royal masks, exquisite amulets, and ornate golden treasures of the tomb. Experience one of the greatest collections of its kind in this Australian-first exhibition, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs.
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Jungle Float
September - AprilCost: $30 | 1 hourAge: Most common 7 - 15 yearsLocation: Clontarf & Balmoral
Jungle Float is the only floating waterpark in Australia with three multi level jumping platforms, a rope swing, high and low trampoline, waterslide and diving board.
Head to Clontarf or Balmoral board and test out your flips and tricks or just for some fun in and on the water.More Info
Head to Clontarf or Balmoral board and test out your flips and tricks or just for some fun in and on the water.More Info
Barefoot Bowls
Tuesday - Sunday
Cost: $15 Adults | $10 Kids
Location: Dee Why Bowling Club
Get the kids together and hit the greens for a classic game of lawn bowls. A fun afternoon together creating memories and enjoying moments of genuine connection with the kids.
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Manly Water Works
Every Saturday & Sunday | October - April
Weekdays 10am-4pm (During NSW school holidays only)
Cost: From $25pp | $95 Per Family
Location: Manly
An iconic outdoor playground like no other located right in the heart of Manly where the kids can have fun sliding away while you watch on from the spectator deck with friends – or – join the fun yourself!
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Family Fun Run/Walk
Every Saturday, 7am with Park Run
Cost: FREE
Location: Curl Curl
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Every Saturday at 7.00am!
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Barefoot Bowls
Tuesday - SundayCost: $20 Adults | $10 Kids Location: Harbord Bowling Club
Get the kids together and hit the greens for a classic game of lawn bowls. A fun afternoon together creating memories and enjoying moments of genuine connection with the kids.
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Family Fun Run/Walk
Every Sunday, 7.30am with Running Stars
Cost: FREE
Location: Mona Vale or Curl Curl
Totally FREE. Run, jog or walk either 2.5K, 5K or 10K. Every Sunday at 7.30am!
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Kids DIY Workshops
Every Weekend
Cost: FREE
Location: Your Local Bunnings - call to book your place
Let your kids make their own fun this weekend. Bring them along to our free kids D.I.Y. Workshops at Bunnings where they’ll make fun, creative projects like toolboxes, toy trucks, planter boxes and paintings. With a different theme every week from garden and woodworking, to mosaics and recycled wall art we have something for everyone. Be sure to call your local store to find out what’s on and book your spot as spaces are limited.
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