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Alice in Easterland at Centennial Park: A Magical Easter Adventure for Kids

March 3, 2026

Looking for a fun and memorable Easter activity for the kids these school holidays? Alice in Easterland is bringing a whimsical theatrical experience to The WILD PLAY Discovery Centre in Centennial Park on Sunday 5 April 2026 – and it’s set to be a magical day out for Eastern Suburbs families. Presented by the Eaton Gorge Theatre Company on behalf of Greater Sydney Parklands, this charming production adds an Easter twist to the classic tale of Alice in Wonderland. It’s the perfect mix of theatre, creativity and festive fun for children aged 4 and up. What to Expect Your little…

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Cinema

Last Chance to Experience Moonlight Cinema in Centennial Park This Summer

March 2, 2026

Summer is almost over, which means it’s your last chance to experience Moonlight Cinema in Centennial Park before the season wraps up. Running from 21 November 2025 to 5 April 2026, Moonlight Cinema has once again transformed Centennial Park into Sydney’s most magical outdoor cinema destination. If you’ve been meaning to book tickets, now is the time. A Starlit Cinema Experience in Centennial Park Moonlight Cinema is a summer favourite for families, groups of friends and couples looking for the perfect date night in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Centennial Park, it’s more than just watching…

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Parks & Playgrounds, Parks and Beaches, School holidays

Centennial Parklands – The Eastern Suburbs’ Backyard

December 20, 2025

A family-friendly guide to everything you can do in one of Sydney’s most loved green spaces Centennial Parklands is one of Sydney’s greatest natural assets — a vast 360-hectare landscape of gardens, ponds, bike tracks, wildlife habitats and open fields located on the doorstep of the Eastern Suburbs. For many families, it truly feels like an extension of their backyard. With activities for all ages and interests, it is an ideal destination for everyday outings, weekend adventures and school holiday escapes. Whether you are visiting with young children, teens, dogs or simply looking for a peaceful space to unwind, this…

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Fitness, Inspiration, Parks and Beaches, What to do

Discover the Hidden Corners of Centennial Park: The Ponds and Perimeter Loop

August 14, 2025

Looking for a refreshing outdoor escape close to home? Lace up your sneakers, pack some snacks, and head to Centennial Park for a peaceful yet adventure-filled walk that winds through one of Sydney’s most beautiful green spaces. The Ponds and Perimeter Loop is a stunning 9.3-kilometre walking trail that gently guides you through shady groves, past tranquil ponds, and along quiet outer paths that many park-goers never reach. It’s a perfect weekend activity for families with older kids, mums with prams, or anyone craving some fresh air and calm within the eastern suburbs. Highlights along the way include: Busbys Pond,…

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yoga

Breathe, Move, Relax: Free Yoga Walks in Centennial Park

May 1, 2025

Start your week feeling calm and refreshed with Mindful Monday Yoga Walks. These free, guided walks take place in beautiful Centennial Park and combine gentle movement, breathing exercises, and mindfulness. They’re a great way to reduce stress, boost your mood, and enjoy the fresh air. No experience needed—these walks are suitable for everyone, including beginners, seniors, and those with limited mobility. Each walk is adapted to the group’s needs and the weather on the day. Walks run for 60 minutes Small groups of up to 10 people No yoga mat or special gear required—just wear comfy clothes and shoes Come…

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Fitness, For Mums, Sports

Queens of Aces: Tennis Fun and New Activities for Ladies in 2025

January 6, 2025

The new year is here, and Queens of Aces is serving up an exciting lineup of events and activities designed to make tennis fun, engaging, and stylish for ladies across Sydney. With fresh opportunities to connect, compete, and unwind, there’s never been a better time to pick up your racquet and join the fun. Tennis Events at Centennial Parklands Get ready to hit the courts in one of Sydney’s most picturesque locations. Queens of Aces has a fantastic schedule of tennis events this year, perfect for players of all levels: Round Robin Tournament – February 3: Kick off the tennis…

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Events, Parks & Playgrounds

Greater Sydney Parklands brings back Science in the Swamp for National Science Week!

August 1, 2024

Get ready for an unforgettable family day out at Centennial Park this National Science Week! On Sunday, 18 August 2024, Greater Sydney Parklands invites you to experience the wildly popular Science in the Swamp – a day filled with with fun, free activities for young curious minds. The action-packed event is the perfect opportunity to engage with science in a fun, interactive way. You can meet a life-sized roaming dinosaur, see Aussie animals, talk to real life scientists, participate in hands-on experiments and explore more than 30 stalls. New this year Dr Graham’s Blow Up Science Show – Witness jaw-dropping…

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Events, Parks & Playgrounds

The Great Bat, Count the bats and help the Park!

May 11, 2024

To manage one of the largest urban bat colonies in Sydney, our rangers have to know the size of flying-fox population and monitor population trends. That’s why they need to count them. Get your family together and join our volunteers. You will be in groups headed by an expert volunteer who will show you how the bats are counted. An amazing hands-on experience. What will you do: Hear fascinating facts and stories about one of the largest urban bat colonies Help to count the bats Enjoy a beautiful afternoon in the park What to bring: Enclosed & comfortable shoes Warm…

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Events, Kids

Bush school: Connect children to nature

March 27, 2024

Want to get your kids off the screens – and out into nature? Join our Bush School program!  Bush School at Centennial Park will get your kids moving, creating, and thinking in a stimulating outdoor environment every week, giving them a chance to explore, discover and learn at their own pace. This unique nature play program tailored for children aged 2.5 – 5 years is led by our expert education rangers, who bring urban children and their parents back to nature in the heart of Centennial Park. The program is designed to inspire a love for the natural world in children through outdoor games,…

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Events

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM ‘SHAKESPEARE UNDER THE STARS’ IN CENTENNIAL PARK

February 22, 2024

Australian Shakespeare Company director Glenn Elston OAM is delighted to announce that the jewel in Shakespeare’s comedy crown, A Midsummer Night’s Dream will be coming to Sydney! After receiving rave reviews from London’s Kew Gardens’ season in 2021, this production will be presented for the very first time ‘under the stars’ in Sydney’s beautiful Centennial Park from 9 to 28 April.   Shakespeare’s delightful comedy will dazzle and delight audiences of all ages with the park forming the ideal background as audiences are taken on a riotous ride through the world of lovers, fairies and fools in this enchanting tale of…

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