Scooters, skateboards and a Saturday morning by the harbour — there’s a new reason to take the kids to Rushcutters Bay Park.
Woollahra Council is celebrating the opening of its new Youth Recreation Area on Saturday 14 November 2026, from 10am to 12pm, and local families are invited to join the fun. With live music, a free sausage sizzle, gelato and demonstrations to watch, it’s an easy addition to your weekend plans.
A new place to skate, scooter and shoot hoops
Designed for children aged 8–14, the new recreation area gives younger locals somewhere to practise their skills and spend time outdoors with friends.
There’s a junior scooter and skate area suited to beginner and intermediate riders, plus a mini practice court with a basketball hoop and netball ring. Seating, a drinking fountain and landscaping round out the space.
For families with children who are ready for something beyond the playground, it offers another way to enjoy a visit to the park — whether they love rolling around on a scooter or practising their shooting.
What’s happening at the opening?
The free celebration will include skateboarding and basketball demonstrations, opportunities to meet professional skateboarders, and live music. Families can also enjoy a free BBQ sausage sizzle and gelato.
There’s a chance to win a new skateboard and helmet from Convic Skateparks, along with skateboarding lessons from Concrete Skate Supply — a fun prospect for kids keen to build their confidence on a board.
Everyone is welcome, so come along to explore the new facilities, watch the action and enjoy a morning together.
What to bring
Council encourages families to bring a skateboard or scooter, a helmet, safety gear and a ball to make the most of the new space. Add hats, sunscreen and water bottles to your bag, and you’ll be ready for a morning outdoors.
You could also pack a picnic and make a longer outing of it. Rushcutters Bay Park has grassy areas, a harbour foreshore promenade, a playground and a kiosk, giving the family plenty of reasons to linger after the celebration.
Plan your visit
- When: Saturday 14 November 2026
- Time: 10am–12pm
- Where: Rushcutters Bay Park, Edgecliff
- Cost: Free
- Who: Everyone is welcome; the new recreation facilities are designed for ages 8–14.
- RSVP: Register on Woollahra Council’s event page.
Find out more about the facilities on Woollahra Council’s Youth Recreation Area project page, and check Council’s website for wet weather updates before heading out.
Images supplied by Woollahra Council.
