Looking for an easy free family day out in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs? Pack the kids, bring your picnic blanket and head to Moore Park South on Saturday 17 October for an afternoon of animals, sport, nature activities, face painting and plenty of outdoor fun.
The Moore Park South Family Fun Day is a free community event running from 11am to 2pm, with activities and entertainment designed for kids and families of all ages.
And did we mention it’s FREE?
A Free Day of Play at Moore Park South
Moore Park South will come alive for three hours of family-friendly entertainment, giving local families the chance to enjoy the park while discovering some of the community groups, activities and recreational opportunities available in the area.
Kids can have their faces painted, get up close to some fascinating reptiles, try their hand at different sports and explore nature-based activities.
Meanwhile, parents can grab a coffee or something to eat from the food trucks and enjoy a relaxed afternoon outdoors.
What’s Happening at the Moore Park South Family Fun Day?
There’s plenty planned to keep little (and not-so-little) visitors entertained throughout the day:
- 🎨 FREE Face Painting – Let the kids transform into their favourite animal, superhero or colourful creation.
- 🐍 Reptile Zoo – Meet some fascinating reptiles up close with an interactive wildlife experience that’s sure to be a hit with curious kids.
- ⚽ Sports & Active Play – Get everyone moving with family-friendly sporting activities and outdoor recreation.
- 🌿 Nature Activities – Explore the natural environment and discover more about the park through hands-on nature-based activities.
- 🍦 Food, Coffee & Treats – Food trucks will be serving up plenty of options, along with coffee and sweet treats throughout the day.
- 🤝 Community Stalls – Meet local organisations, community groups and programs and discover more of what’s happening in the local area.
Meet a Reptile… If You Dare! 🐍
For many kids, the reptile zoo is likely to be one of the highlights of the day.
The interactive wildlife experience gives children an opportunity to get a closer look at some fascinating reptiles while learning more about the animals.
Combine that with face painting, sport and outdoor play and you’ve got the ingredients for a pretty good Saturday with the kids.
Make a Day of It
One of the best things about the event is its relaxed outdoor setting.
There’s no complicated schedule to follow. Families can arrive, explore the activities, grab something to eat and let the kids enjoy being outside.
The event is designed to showcase Moore Park South as a place for recreation, community and connection, while giving families an opportunity to discover more ways to enjoy this part of Sydney.
Getting There
🚗 Parking
Free event parking will be available at Moore Park Golf & Super Centre, just a short walk from the Family Fun Day.
Look out for event signage when you arrive.
🚊 Public Transport
Moore Park South is also easily accessible by Sydney Light Rail and local bus services, making public transport a good option for families who would rather leave the car at home.
Moore Park South Family Fun Day – Event Details
📅 Date: Saturday 17 October 2026
⏰ Time: 11am–2pm
📍 Where: Moore Park South
🎟️ Cost: FREE
👨👩👧👦 Who: Families and community members of all ages
📝 Registration: Free registration is essential
Registrations help organisers plan for attendance on the day, so make sure you register before heading along.
Put This One in the Family Calendar
Free activities, reptiles, face painting, sport, nature, food trucks and plenty of space for the kids to enjoy themselves — the Moore Park South Family Fun Day sounds like a great excuse to spend a Saturday outdoors.
Moore Park South Family Fun Day
📅 Saturday 17 October 2026
⏰ 11am–2pm
🎟️ FREE – registration essential
👉 Register for the Moore Park South Family Fun Day
You can also view the Moore Park South parklands map here to help plan your visit.
