School holidays Archives

Choirs in the city: Martin Place

06/12/2023

Come along and get into the festive spirit. Enjoy choirs singing carols under the Martin Place Christmas tree. See a kaleidoscope of colours and decorative lights every 15 minutes from 8 pm to midnight. Every day 6pm to 8pm Friday 1 December to Sunday 24 December Choir schedule: Friday 1 December: Australian Girls Choir Saturday 2 December: Circular Keys Sunday 3 December: Glee Bees Monday 4 December: Sydney Sakura Choir Tuesday 5 December: Coro Innominata Wednesday 6 December: Kevinwood Bells Thursday 7 December: Da Vinci Singers Friday 8 December: The Jingle Belle Singers Saturday 9 December: Aurora Australis Sunday 10…

by jay

School holidays, What to do

Things to do in Sydney with kids

06/12/2023

After school, during the weekend and indoor, Sydney has plenty of fun for all ages. Parents, breathe a sigh of relief: we’ve rounded up 20 of the best year-round activities for kids of all ages. 1. Find a new playground There are loads of playgrounds in the Sydney area. You’ll find a mix of equipment for older kids and fenced spaces for toddlers and younger children. Wulaba Park – featuring a giant slide Prince Alfred Park – fly high on a yellow balloon structure. There’s also a big see saw, dinghy and elephant slide for littlies. Darling Harbour Playground – take a…

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

Summer School Holiday Program @ Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre

02/12/2023

We have a great line-up of fun filled activities, workshops and events coming up for the Summer School Holiday program at MWRC. Sign up quickly as spaces fill up fast. Events in this collection Soccer (6-8yrs) @MWRC Mon, Jan 15 • 10:00 AM Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre From $40.00 Save this event: Soccer (6-8yrs) @MWRCShare this event: Soccer (6-8yrs) @MWRC Soccer (9-12yrs) @MWRC Tue, Jan 16 • 10:00 AM Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre From $40.00 Save this event: Soccer (9-12yrs) @MWRCShare this event: Soccer (9-12yrs) @MWRC Basketball (6-8yrs) @MWRC Wed, Jan 17 • 10:00 AM Margaret Whitlam Recreation Centre From…

by jay

Kids, School holidays, What to do

Exploring the Beautiful New Indoor Play Centre in St Leonards

30/11/2023

Nestled in the heart of St Leonards, Vitaland Kids Cafe offers a unique combination of fun, food, and family time. It’s more than just a cafe; it’s a wonderland where kids can explore and engage in playful activities while parents relax and enjoy some quality time. This post takes you on a journey through the vibrant and colorful world of Vitaland St Leonards, a destination that’s redefining family outings. A Playful Escape: The heart of Vitaland is its expansive play area, a safe and imaginative space designed specifically for toddlers and preschoolers. Here, little explorers can climb, slide, and discover…

by jay

Kids, School holidays

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

29/11/2023

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

Inspiration, School holidays

5 ways to get into the Christmas spirit in Sydney

21/11/2023

From free family concerts to decorations that make you go ‘ahhhh’. Here’s a taste of what’s happening during the festive season. 1. Christmas concerts Dust off your reindeer ears, put on your party shoes and kick off Christmas at our free concert series across Sydney. The first of 6 free concerts will kick off in Pyrmont on Friday 1 December and roll out across Surry Hills, Rosebery, Rushcutters Bay, Glebe and Alexandria. Performers include Sydney Philharmonia Choir, Justine Clarke and The Listies. 2. The lighting of the Martin Place tree The largest Christmas tree in NSW will delight audiences from…

by jay

School holidays

SANTA DANCES HIS WAY INTO DARLING HARBOUR THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON

21/11/2023

This Christmas, Darling Harbour is where it all begins for festive fun, with Santa himself coming to kick off the celebrations at The Harbour Village, fireworks with the hippest Santa Dance Crew, pedal boats and Pixar Putt, whilst the harbour gets decked out with grammable decorations and the 100+ eateries come alive with delicious food. Christmas Magic takes over at The Harbour Village Ho-ho-hold onto your Santa hats and gather your little elves for some festive joy at The Harbour Village, every Saturday and Sunday in December (Saturday 2 December to Sunday 24 December) from 10am to 2pm. From crafty…

by jay

Events, School holidays, What to do

From timeless pages to magical stages: Possum Magic The Stage Show

07/11/2023

Looking for a great day out with the family? The Australian classic ‘Possum Magic’ is making a magical return to the stage! Mem Fox and Julie Vivas’ beloved picture book ‘Possum Magic’ has enchanted children for over 40 years. Seen by over 150,000 young people across Australia, Monkey Baa’s delightful adaptation returns to the stage. Grandma Poss loves making magic. She makes wombats blue and kookaburras pink. She makes dingoes smile and emus shrink. But one day, when danger arrives, Grandma Poss uses her most magical spell to make Hush invisible. ‘Pack your Grandma, pack your child, pack enough Vegemite…

by jay

Parks & Playgrounds, Playgroups, School holidays

The DRLC Splash Park is officially open

15/10/2023

It’s here! The DRLC Splash Park officially opened on Sunday, October 8th. The event was graced by the presence of the newly elected Randwick Council Mayor, Philipa Veitch, along with Councillors and esteemed guests. The opening ceremony commenced with a speech from the Mayor, followed by the ceremonial cutting of the ribbon and the unveiling of a commemorative plaque. The day was filled with an array of family-friendly activities, including kids’ entertainment, roving performers, face painting, and more. It’s safe to say that the Splash Park was bustling with excitement on its inaugural day of operation. The Splash Park is…

by jay

Events, School holidays

Junkyard Beats: The Box Show

01/10/2023

Get ready for the most sustainable fun you’ve ever had. In the hands of Junkyard Beats, ordinary household items are transformed into extraordinary musical instruments and unwanted junk comes alive in exciting and surprising ways! The Box Show excites the imagination of children and adults alike. We follow four characters during their daily activities in a world made of cardboard boxes and junk. The contents of an abandoned kitchen and wheelie bins become the greatest drum set in the world; plastic bags are an amazing musical instrument and the human body becomes a unique sound machine. Tag along for a…

by jay