Does brushing time at your house involve a little too much negotiating? A free afternoon in Double Bay is bringing songs, giant toothbrushes and a very large tooth together to help make the conversation more fun.
On Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 4pm to 6pm, families are invited to Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf to meet Bondi dentist Dr Eli Gold and Toothy, the giant tooth. Designed for children aged 4–10, accompanied by a parent or carer, the event also welcomes educators.
With an after-school start, it’s an outing you can head to straight from pickup—and there will be snacks and take-home packs, too.
Big toothbrushes, songs and plenty of questions
Toothy will be ready for photos, while children can join in with giant toothbrushes and brush along to Dr Gold’s new jingle.
There’s also a chance to ask a real dentist the questions that curious kids come up with. Why do teeth wiggle? Why do we brush twice a day? Children are encouraged to bring their questions and join the conversation.
According to the organisers, Dr Gold has cared for Sydney smiles for more than 50 years. He is also the author of How To Put Your Dentist Out Of Business, a book focused on prevention.
A talking book to explore together
The afternoon marks the release of Dr Gold’s dental health “mindcast”, presented by Polyworld. The organisers describe it as an audiobook you can talk to, allowing children to ask questions and hear responses drawn from Dr Gold’s knowledge and experience.
Children will have the opportunity to try it at the event, with a free audiobook and mindcast available for attendees to use at home.
Something for parents and carers, too
While the kids enjoy the activities, parents and carers can ask Dr Gold their own questions about their children’s teeth and hear ideas for making brushing routines easier at home.
The organisers are also providing tooth-friendly snacks for everyone and a free take-home pack for each family.
Plan your visit
- When: Tuesday 17 November 2026, 4pm–6pm
- Where: Woollahra Gallery at Redleaf, 548 New South Head Road, Double Bay
- Who: Children aged 4–10 with a parent or carer; educators are also welcome
- Cost: Free
- Bookings: Places are limited. Register through Humanitix.
Bring your questions, bring a school friend and get ready to meet Toothy.
Register for the free family afternoon with Dr Eli Gold.
Looking for more free local activities? Preschoolers can explore Minibeasts Storytime and Play at Waverley Library on 18 November, or plan an outing to Bondi Outdoor Cinema’s family movie nights.
Hero image supplied by the event organisers.
