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Free Family Fun at Hive Festival These School Holidays

18/06/2026

Looking for a Free School Holiday Activity? Hive Festival Returns to the Art Gallery of NSW This Winter! If you’re searching for a fun, free and creative school holiday activity for the kids, mark your calendar for Hive Festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales this July. Returning for its very first winter edition on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026, Hive Festival is packed with hands-on activities, live entertainment, storytelling, dancing and art-making experiences designed especially for children and families. Taking over both the Naala Nura and Naala Badu buildings, this much-loved family festival celebrates the…

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Fun, Kids, School holidays

Monster Jump Is Coming to Entertainment Quarter and Rose Bay These School Holidays

16/06/2026

Looking for a fun, active and exciting school holiday activity in Sydney? Monster Jump is bringing giant inflatable obstacle course fun to two fantastic locations this July: Rose Bay and Moore Park Entertainment Quarter. Families, kids, toddlers and adults can jump, climb, race and bounce their way through a huge inflatable adventure, making it the perfect school holiday outing for all ages. Sydney – Rose Bay Location: Lyne Park Mini Fields, Rose BayDates: 5th – 19th July 2026 At Rose Bay, guests can enjoy the Monster Rabbit Jump Course during their selected session time, with options available for toddlers, children,…

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Events

Smooth sound of Jazz Sessions returns to The Rocks with inspired new program

15/06/2026

One of Sydney’s best free live music experiences returns to The Rocks from 7 May until 24 September, as Jazz Sessions in The Rocks is back for its third year. With a smooth new program, the sessions will turn Thursday evenings into a relaxed, open-air celebration of live jazz in the heart of Sydney’s most iconic precinct. From global stages to late-night playlists, jazz is being reinvented by contemporary artists, and it’s found a new home at The Rocks Square. Set amongst cobblestone laneways and historic buildings, the sessions are the destination for Sydneysiders to experience jazz in an intimate, social setting. Curated…

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School holidays

July School Holiday Fun at Bondi

15/06/2026

Keep the kids active and busy during Winter with Waverley Council’s school holiday programs. Starting from just $25 per class, we offer a variety of exciting classes like Archery, Basketball, Ninja Obstacle Course, Pickleball, Soccer World Cup, Surfing and Mini Olympics operating from Bondi Pavilion and the Margaret Whitlam Recreational Centre. See here to register your kids to a class. Waverley Library’s Winter School Holiday Program will also be packed with creativity, culture, and fun. Be amazed by a magic show, enjoy experiments with a Mad Scientist, and connect with culture through a special NAIDOC weaving workshop and craft. Patrons…

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Art, Events, Free

Enjoy Free Live Music Across Randwick City with the Amplify Music Program

13/06/2026

Looking for a free and family-friendly way to spend your Saturday? Randwick City Council’s Amplify Music Programis bringing live music, community spirit and a vibrant atmosphere to streets, beaches and town centres across Randwick City. Formerly known as Summer Sounds, Amplify showcases talented local musicians performing in some of the area’s most popular outdoor locations. The program runs fortnightly until 27 June 2026, with free performances taking place on Saturdays from 11am–2pm and 6pm–9pm. A Great Day Out for Families For mums and families, Amplify offers the perfect excuse to get outdoors and enjoy quality time together without spending a…

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Events, Free, School holidays

Christmas in July Festival Returns to The Rocks in 2026 with Snowfalls, Fairy Lights and Festive Winter Magic

12/06/2026

Get ready to dust off your winter coats, scarves and Christmas jumpers because Sydney’s much-loved Christmas in July Festival is returning to The Rocks from 10–19 July 2026. Following the huge success of last year’s event, the free-entry festival will once again transform Sydney’s historic precinct into a magical European-style winter wonderland, complete with snowfalls, twinkling fairy lights, festive entertainment, artisan markets and delicious winter treats. For ten enchanting nights, visitors can experience the charm of a traditional European Christmas market without leaving Sydney. The cobblestone laneways and sandstone buildings of The Rocks will be illuminated by kilometres of fairy…

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Art, Events, Free

A Free Underground Art Park for Families

07/06/2026

If you’re looking for a free family outing that combines adventure, creativity and play, the Art Gallery of NSW has just unveiled one of Sydney’s most unique experiences. Mike Hewson: The Key’s Under the Mat transforms the Art Gallery’s remarkable underground exhibition space, the Nelson Packer Tank, into an interactive art park where visitors are encouraged to explore, climb, create, relax and connect. Created by internationally acclaimed artist Mike Hewson, the installation blurs the boundaries between artwork, playground and community gathering space. It’s an experience unlike anything else currently on offer in Sydney and one that families will be talking…

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Events, Travel

The Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner with Celebrity Chef Mitch Orr

06/06/2026

Sydney Celebrity Chef Mitch Orr Heads to Orange for an Unforgettable Truffle Feast If you’ve ever wanted to experience a menu by one of Sydney’s most celebrated chefs in one of NSW’s most picturesque wine regions, this might be your perfect winter weekend away. Acclaimed chef Mitch Orr will headline this year’s Black Tie and Gumboot Truffle Hunt and Dinner at Borrodell Estate in Orange on Saturday 11 July, bringing his signature produce-driven cooking style to one of Australia’s longest-running truffle events. Known for his work at ACME, Kiln at Ace Hotel Sydney and most recently as Culinary Director of…

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Events, Free

Sea Place on Country Returns to La Perouse for a Unique Cultural Experience

03/06/2026

Looking for something different to do with the family this weekend? Head to La Perouse for Sea Place on Country, a free two-night cultural event celebrating the deep connection First Nations people have with Sea Country through art, storytelling, music, film and community. Taking place on Friday 5 June and Saturday 6 June, the La Perouse Headland will come alive after dark with stunning digital projections, live performances, outdoor cinema, museum exhibitions and delicious food by the sea. Visitors are encouraged to rug up, bring a torch and enjoy a memorable evening under the stars while exploring the rich culture…

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Kids, School holidays, Sports

AFL School Holiday Footy Camps for Kids at Centennial Park

01/06/2026

Looking for a fun and active school holiday activity for the kids? This winter, young AFL fans can get outside, build confidence and enjoy expert coaching at two exciting footy programs in Sydney. Whether your child is just starting out or ready to sharpen their kicking skills, Little Foxes Footy Academy and Kicking Dynamics are offering school holiday AFL clinics designed for different age groups and skill levels. Little Foxes Footy Camp for Kids Aged 4–7 Little Foxes Footy Academy is hosting school holiday AFL footy camps at Robertson Road Fields, Centennial Parkfor children aged 4–7 years. The Little Foxes…

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