School holidays Archives

Unruly Seagulls and hot chips

January 4, 2024

Hot chips. Items of clothing. Even the kids. Nothing is too big or small for an unruly seagull. Snuff Puppets’ giant Seagulls descend in a noisy quarrelsome pack. These unruly scavengers devour everything in their path. You might lose your hat as they fight each other for the finest spoils. Based in Naarm/Melbourne, the always anarchic Snuff Puppets have built an international reputation for puppetry that breaks down all barriers between performer and audience. Seagulls is classic Snuff: out and about, in your face and in this case, likely to be rooting around in your shopping bag, flying off with your…

by jay

School holidays, What to do

Kids’ Summer School Holidays: Summertime Slime (school years K-6)

January 3, 2024

Summertime slime-making these school holidays is bigger and better than ever, with more slime, more dates and more fun. Summertime slime will be stretchy, fluffy, sandy—you get to choose. Best of all, you get to take your super summertime slime home with you for hours of stretchy, slimey fun. For kids in school years K-6 only. Parental supervision required for children K-2. Cost: Free. Bookings essential online (open 4 December 9.30am). Subject to terms and conditions listed at the bottom of the page. Bookings: Summertime Slime is one of our most popular school holiday events. We are holding super slime-making…

by jay

Kids, School holidays

Art, nature and play collide at a new children’s festival at the Art Gallery of New South Wales

January 3, 2024

This summer school holidays, children and families are invited to explore a world of art, nature and play at the new Hive Festival. Part of Sydney Festival 2024, Hive Festival is created in partnership with the Art Gallery and Blacktown Arts in collaboration with creative producer Claudia Chidiac. Presented over two weekends, at the Art Gallery of New South Wales on 13 & 14 January 2024 and then The Leo Kelly Blacktown Arts Centre on 19 & 20 January 2024, the free event will see both venues buzzing with interactive artworks, hands-on workshops, performances, storytelling and more. A centrepiece of the…

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

Summer School Holidays Activities at The Golden Sheaf

January 2, 2024

The Golden Sheaf Hotel in Double Bay is back again with FREE activities for the kids on Sunday afternoons during the summer school holidays. Mark these dates down in your calendar for three fun and stress-free Sunday afternoons with the little ones. · Sunday 14th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Arts & Crafts. Unleash your creativity and craft a masterpiece to take home. · Sunday 21st January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Plaster Painting. Pick your favourite shape and paint colours and create a work of art. · Sunday 28th January 12:30pm – 3:30pm: Face Painting. Transform into the superhero, animal, or fairy…

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

THE LISTIES: MAKE SOME NOISE!

December 29, 2023

For over a decade the award-winning Listies have toured the world doing shows for literally gazillions of kidults (that’s kids and their adults). Now it’s your turn. Make Some Noise is a comedy concert for humans aged 4-400. Join the maestros of mirth, Rich and Matt, as they belt out a bunch of songs with the LOLs turned up to 11. Will they be in tune? Almost. In time? Not quite. In order? Definitely. Can Rich dance? Let’s find out. It’s a party for your ears and both of them are invited. Hilarious, fabulous fun for the whole family! Where: …

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

OzHarvest Kids Cooking for a Cause in the holidays!

December 22, 2023

OzHarvest’s Cooking for a Cause program is a very special way to connect with our mission and give back to the community. Held here in our kitchen, OzHarvest chefs teach zero-waste cooking skills and discover amazing tips and tricks while transforming rescued ingredients into gourmet meals that support people in need. We’re welcoming kids into the kitchen with their parents/caregivers during the holidays to experience the Cooking for a Cause magic! These sessions have been designed for both kids and adults to enjoy together and strikes the perfect balance – not too basic for the adults, and not too complex…

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

Coogee Sparkles 2023

December 20, 2023

Join the community and ring in 2024 at the family friendly hour of 9pm with a 15-minute fireworks display off the northern headland of Coogee Beach. “Thousands of people flock to the beach with friends and family to watch the fireworks and celebrate the new year in a relaxed way,” said Philipa Veitch, Mayor of Randwick. “There are plenty of great vantage points on the beach and in the surrounding parks. Plus, there will be some fun entertainment along the Coogee Beach promenade from 2pm,” said Mayor Veitch. If you plan on visiting the area, we encourage you to walk…

by jay

Events, School holidays

RING IN A SPARKLY NEW YEAR AT SYDNEY’S ICONIC HARBOURSIDE SPOTS

December 18, 2023

The Rocks, Darling Harbour and Barangaroo are ready to shine bright for NYE, with free and unticketed vantage points on Sunday 31 December. From spectacular views of the iconic Sydney Harbour and Cockle Bay Fireworks, to celebratory dining feasts, and electrifying parties to dance the night away. Come and ring in the new year at the heart of the glittering harbour. NYE ROCKS! The Rocks is home to some of the best vantage points in Sydney, where you can find incredible views to witness the breathtaking fireworks display. To make it even more exciting, this year all vantage points will…

by jay

School holidays, What to do

The Mad Botanist: Family Adventure

December 17, 2023

Take part in a self-guided scavenger hunt set in the Botanic Gardens. Challenge young minds with this specially designed adventure. The Mad Botanist is the latest adventure from Adventure Clues. Picture this: the Mad Botanist has just escaped from his secret laboratory nearby. He is in the final stages of mixing his dangerous potion and needs one final ingredient to create a deadly plant species never seen before on Earth. Very special and rare plants are at risk from his deadly experimentations and time is running out! Professor Whiz needs YOU! Professor Whiz needs your help to find the last…

by jay

Parks & Playgrounds, School holidays

Free Balance Bike Clinics

December 16, 2023

Kids start on balance bikes and once confident, can move onto pedal bikes. This is an interactive class designed to get parents involved in their children’s learning. Suitable for children aged 3 to 8 years. Bikes and helmets are provided, or you can bring your own. No need to book, just turn up and register with the instructors at the Sydney Park Cycling Centre. Clinics run every Saturday 9am to 11am except public holidays and during our Christmas break. Clinics also held during school holidays. These classes are held outdoors. They may be cancelled if it is raining. Check the BikeWise…

by jay