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Free, Parks and Beaches, School holidays

Bondi Firelight Returns: Bonfires, Music & Fire Dancers on Bondi Beach

15/09/2026

There’s something pretty special about sitting around a fire by the ocean — and this October, Bondi Firelight is returning to South Bondi Beach for a free evening of bonfires, live seaside vibes and spectacular fire dancing. Bring a picnic rug, round up the family and friends and settle in on the sand as the sun goes down and the fires are lit. Bonfires on Bondi Beach Bondi Firelight offers families the chance to experience Bondi Beach a little differently. Gather around the crackling bonfires, listen to relaxed seaside tunes and enjoy the sound of the waves as evening settles…

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Events, Fun, School holidays

This Show is a Joke! The Listies Bring the Laughs to Bondi Pavilion These School Holidays

15/09/2026

Looking for a school holiday activity that will have the kids — and probably the parents — laughing out loud? **The Listies are coming to Bondi Pavilion this October with their hilarious new family show, This Show is a Joke! ** Australia’s much-loved kids’ comedy duo Matt Kelly and Richard Higgins are bringing an hour of slapstick, songs, ridiculous gags, bubbles, bananas and complete chaos to the Bondi Pavilion Theatre. Recommended for ages 5+, this could be a great one to add to your spring school holiday calendar. Prepare for Some Serious Silliness This Show is a Joke! is a…

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Parks and Beaches, School holidays

School Holiday Activities in NSW National Parks

14/09/2026

Looking for something a little different to do with the kids these spring school holidays? A day in one of Sydney’s beautiful national parks could be the perfect excuse to get everyone outdoors, explore somewhere new and enjoy a break from the usual school holiday routine. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is running a range of ranger-guided activities and family experiences across Sydney during the holidays. Kids can become junior rangers, learn bush and navigation skills, get creative with nature, search for native wildlife or discover some of Sydney’s fascinating local history. There are activities for different ages,…

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School holidays, Sports

School Holiday Footy Camps: Big Fun for Little Footy Players

13/09/2026

Looking for a fun way to keep the kids active during the school holidays? Little Foxes Footy Academy is running school holiday Footy Camps designed especially for younger children aged 4 to 7 years. With plenty of games, movement and footy fun, the camps are a great opportunity for kids to burn off some holiday energy while learning new skills, building confidence and making new friends. And importantly for younger players, the focus isn’t on competition – it’s about having fun, getting involved and enjoying footy. Footy Skills Through Play Little Foxes Footy Academy has designed its holiday camps specifically…

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Free, School holidays

Free Family Fun Day Comes to Bondi Junction These Spring School Holidays

11/09/2026

Looking for something free and fun to do with the kids these spring school holidays? Head to Bondi Junction on Monday 28 September for a Family Fun Day filled with activities, entertainment and hands-on experiences for kids. Taking over Oxford Street Mall from 10:30am to 1:30pm, the event is a great excuse to get out of the house, meet up with friends and keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune. Plenty to Keep the Kids Busy Waverley Council’s Family Fun Days are all about giving children the chance to create, explore, learn and play. Families can expect a mix…

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Free, School holidays

Calling All Zara Larsson Fans: A Pop Party Is Coming to Waverley Library These School Holidays

07/09/2026

If you have a 10+ year old who loves pop music, getting creative and hanging out with friends, Waverley Library has a school holiday activity that might earn you some serious parenting points. As part of Waverley Council’s School Holiday Program, the library is hosting a Zara Larsson Party – an hour of music, creativity, face art and pop-star fun inspired by the Swedish pop superstar. And this one feels particularly perfect for tween and teen girls looking for something fun to do with their friends during the holidays. Grab Your Friends and Make a Morning of It Taking place…

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Calling All Junior Detectives: A Forensic Science Workshop Is Coming to Waverley Library

07/09/2026

Got a curious kid who loves mysteries, science experiments and figuring out whodunnit? This could be one of the most intriguing activities on the school holiday calendar. Waverley Library is turning young investigators into forensic detectives these spring school holidays with a hands-on workshop designed especially for children aged 8 to 12 years. Hosted by Mad About Science, the Forensic Detective Workshop invites kids to grab their notebooks, sharpen their observation skills and discover how science can be used to solve a mystery. Can Your Junior Detective Crack the Case? Forget simply hearing about forensic science – in this workshop,…

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School holidays

Waverley’s Spring School Holiday Program Is Packed With Creative kids Fun

06/09/2026

If you’re starting to wonder how you’re going to keep the kids entertained these spring school holidays, Waverley Council has put together a program filled with creativity, live entertainment, art and plenty of opportunities to get out of the house. The Waverley Spring School Holiday Program runs from Monday 28 September to Friday 9 October 2026, with activities taking place around the local area and special family events at Bondi Pavilion continuing into the surrounding weekends. Whether your child loves getting messy with art materials, prefers being active, or simply wants a good laugh, there are options for different ages…

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PAW Patrol, Baby Animals and Wildlife Adventures at Taronga Zoo These Spring School Holidays

29/08/2026

If you’re looking for a family day out these Spring School Holidays, Taronga Zoo Sydney has plenty happening to keep kids of all ages entertained. Alongside more than 6,500 animals, families can catch a free PAW Patrol Kids Show featuring Chase and Marshall, meet some adorable new animal arrivals and enjoy more than 15 wildlife presentations and keeper talks throughout the day. With so much included in general Zoo admission, it could easily become a full-day school holiday adventure. Meet Chase and Marshall from PAW Patrol For younger PAW Patrol fans, this could be the highlight of the holidays. Chase…

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Events, School holidays

CLUB FLAMINGO

26/08/2026

THE GRAND ELECTRIC presents CLUB FLAMINGO, A daytime nightclub where kids rule the dance floor, grown-ups join the fun and the whole family becomes part of the show Sydney families are invited to slip on their sparkles, sequins and dancing shoes as Club Flamingo transforms The Grand Electric into Australia’s Family Nightclub Saturday afternoons from 5 September. Expect a resident DJ, incredible guest circus stars, a giant dance floor and spectacular live entertainment. Think dance-offs, confetti, bubbles, incredible circus acts and one giant dance floor where kids and their grown-ups are invited to join the action together. Audience favourites from…

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