Activities

On Saturday 1 June, 3pm–7:30pm, come along to the family-friendly free event Stories Under The Stars at Parramatta River foreshore, with an outdoor cinema, a glow-in-the-dark artwork installation, storytelling, markets, live music and more.     Listen, learn and participate in a beautiful evening by the Parramatta River as we celebrate First Nations art, language…

URBNSURF Sydney Olympic Park is now open! We've already tried and tested NSW's first-ever surf park (and Australia’s second venue) and the reviews are in - the kids absolutely loved it and are hanging to go again! Check out our Instagram Reel here. Keep reading to find out more about this awesome venue and the…

After two sell-out years, GLOW at Sydney Zoo is back – BIGGER than ever before! From 10th May - 1st June 2024, prepare to be amazed by an all-NEW experience, featuring never-before-seen giant interactive installations and a completely reimagined Light Walk through the wild landscapes of Sydney Zoo. Check out our Instagram reel here. Running…

Nothing can replace the delight, surprise and joy of rocking up to a real live market and using the sense of smell, touch and sight to shop up a bargain. Ryde Wharf Market Anderson Park, Meadowbank When: 2nd and 4th Sunday of every month Time: 9am to 2pm About: This market showcases a variety of…

Join Top Ryde City's Jurassic journey this school holiday and embark on an epic adventure with 15 giant dinosaur animatronics, transporting you back to the prehistoric era. Plus, they've got free activities planned to have the kids roaring with excitement, including an interactive reptile show featuring lizards and crocodiles that once roamed the earth with…

The much-loved Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show is back at the Entertainment Quarter from 23rd March to 1st April. The Show aims to offer families a great day out filled with lots of fun activities. This family-friendly show promises something for everyone and has so many attractions and entertainment for all ages. The Ingenia…

  Lunar New Year Celebrations Saturday 10 February, 4pm – 10pm Parramatta Square & Centenary Square Free entry More info here.     Welcome the Year of the Dragon with delicious street food and family fun! Free entry.   Join in the festivities and welcome the good fortune of the New Year! Bring your friends…

The long-awaited Parramatta Aquatic Centre opend in September 2023 after an extensive $88.6 million refurbishment over six years! This state-of-the-art facility is more than just a pooil - it caters to the fitness and wellness needs of the community with a variety of amenities and features. Situated within Parramatta Park on 30,000 square metres, the…

Australia's beloved mobile inflatable waterpark, Waterworld Central, is thrilled to announce its grand return to the Entertainment Quarter in Sydney, just in time for the 2024 summer school holidays! From 6th to 31st January, we invite families, mates, and water enthusiasts of all ages to dive into a world of aquatic adventure and beat the…

PHIVE and Patch Theatre Presents: Sea of Light PHIVE presents Patch Theatre’s interactive installation Sea of Light at the newly opened Parramatta Town Hall in January 2024, inviting children to create unique artworks on a glowing sea floor. Sea of Light is a participatory arts experience for children and their families by Patch Theatre, Australia’s…

Little Amigos Kids Cafe opened at Carlingford Court in February this year and kids are rejoicing! The trend of boutique kids play cafes continues and Little Amigos is an excellent addition to the gang. Modern and bright with quality features and finishes, kids will have a ball exploring every nook and cranny of the venue.…

Get ready to dance, sing and twirl like never before as Sydney Zoo presents Emma Memma live in concert! In a spectacular one-weekend-only event, adored children's entertainer, will take centre stage for the first time in Western Sydney. Emma Memma will deliver a never-before-seen performance featuring her new songs, "BB Butterfly" and the vibrant "Rainbow…