What's on in Sydney this weekend for families

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Josephine Wants To Dance - The Musical (Sutherland)

    Dates: Tuesday 02 September 2025

  • Address: The Pavilion Performing Arts Centre Sutherland, 30 Eton St, Sutherland NSW 2232
  • Duration: 50 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
Family events in September 2025: Josephine Wants To Dance
Family events in September 2025: Josephine Wants To Dance

Cirque du Soleil Corteo - Sydney

    Dates: Thursday 04 September 2025 - Sunday 07 September 2025

  • Address: Qudos Bank Arena, 19 Edwin Flack Ave, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
  • Duration: 125 minutes with an intermission
  • Ages: All ages
Family events in Sydney: Cirque du Soleil Corteo
Family events in Sydney: Cirque du Soleil Corteo

Michael Jackson King of Pop in Sydney

    Dates: Friday 12 September 2025

  • Address: EVAN Theatre Panthers, Panthers Precinct, 123 Mulgoa Rd, Penrith NSW 2750
  • Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes( incl. a 20-min interval)
  • Ages: All ages
What's on Sydney for families (September 2025): Michael Jackson King of Pop
What's on Sydney for families (September 2025): Michael Jackson King of Pop

Emma Memma Concert (Wagga Wagga)

    Dates: Tuesday 30 September 2025

  • Address: CSU Riverina Playhouse, 8 Cross St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
  • Ages: All ages
What's on in Wagga Wagga for families: Emma Memma’s concert
What's on in Wagga Wagga for families: Emma Memma’s concert

Cirque Nouvelle - Orange

    Dates: Friday 03 October 2025

  • Address: Orange Civic Theatre, 151 Byng St, Orange NSW 2800
  • Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
What's on for families (September school holidays 2025): Cirque Nouvelle in Orange, NSW
What's on for families (September school holidays 2025): Cirque Nouvelle in Orange, NSW

Play! Kids Art Workshops With Creative Heartworks

    Dates: Thursday 02 October 2025 - Saturday 04 October 2025

  • Address: Pavilion Performing Arts Centre, 30 Eton St, Sutherland NSW 2232
  • Duration: 45-60 minutes each
  • Ages: All ages
Kids events in Sydney (October 2025): Play! Kids Festival at The Pavilion
Kids events in Sydney (October 2025): Play! Kids Festival at The Pavilion

Play! Kids Dance Workshops With Ev & Bow

    Dates: Thursday 02 October 2025 - Sunday 05 October 2025

  • Address: Pavilion Performing Arts Centre, 30 Eton St, Sutherland NSW 2232
  • Duration: 30-60 minutes each
  • Ages: 2+ year olds
Kids' events in Sydney (October 2025): Play! Kids Festival at The Pavilion
Kids' events in Sydney (October 2025): Play! Kids Festival at The Pavilion

TAYLOR - A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift (2 days only)

    Dates: Monday 29 September 2025 - Friday 10 October 2025

  • Address: Orange Civic Theatre / The Pavilion Performing Arts Centre, Orange / Sutherland, NSW
  • Ages: Swifties of all ages
Things to do in NSW with teens (September - October 2025): TAYLOR - A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift
Things to do in NSW with teens (September - October 2025): TAYLOR - A Tribute to the Eras of Taylor Swift

State Theatre Sydney: Guided Tour

    Dates: Thursday 28 August 2025 - Friday 10 October 2025

  • Address: State Theatre, 49 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000
  • Ages: All age groups
What's on in Sydney this weekend: State Theatre Guided Tours
What's on in Sydney this weekend: State Theatre Guided Tours

Explore the enchanting State Theatre in Sydney with a 2-hour guided tour! This historic gem has been captivating hearts since its opening in 1929.

Bring the whole family to enjoy a journey through history and art!

Monster Jam 2025 Show

    Dates: Saturday 11 October 2025

  • Address: Accor Stadium, Edwin Flack Ave, Sydney Olympic Park NSW 2127
  • Ages: All age groups
Family events in Sydney in October 2025: Monster Jam
Family events in Sydney in October 2025: Monster Jam

Get ready for a thrilling family event like no other as Monster Jam roars to Sydney this October 2025!

Hold onto your seats as world-class athletes unleash their monster trucks, tearing up the dirt in epic competitions of speed and skill.

Don't miss out!

Cirque Nouvelle - Sutherland

    Dates: Saturday 11 October 2025

  • Address: Pavilion Performing Arts Centre, 30 Eton St, Sutherland NSW 2232
  • Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Ages: All ages
What's on for families (September school holidays 2025): Cirque Nouvelle in Sutherland, NSW
What's on for families (September school holidays 2025): Cirque Nouvelle in Sutherland, NSW

Emma Memma Concert (Thirroul NSW)

    Dates: Sunday 12 October 2025

  • Address: Anita's Theatre, 264-270 Lawrence Hargrave Dr, Thirroul NSW 2515
  • Ages: All ages
What's on in Thirroul NSW 2515 for families: Emma Memma’s concert
What's on in Thirroul NSW 2515 for families: Emma Memma’s concert

Get ready for a magical children's show in Thirroul with fantastic Emma Memma's Dance Island Party!

Emma brings an exciting show filled with music, dance, and even sign language, making it fun and inclusive for everyone.

Come on over and be part of the fun - book your tickets today!

Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies: Sydney Show

    Dates: Saturday 27 September 2025 - Sunday 12 October 2025

  • Address: Pioneer Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Sydney NSW 2000
  • Duration: 1 hour 10 mins (No Intermission)
  • Ages: All ages
Kids events in Sydney: Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies at Pioneer Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
Kids events in Sydney: Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies at Pioneer Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Get ready for an enchanting musical adventure with Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies in Sydney!

Join Tinkerbell and her fairy friends from A Midsummer Night's Dream as they embark on a magical quest. Meet the cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb, and sweet Peaseblossom as they go on a sparkling journey with Tinkerbell.

Join the magic with Tinkerbell and the Dream Fairies and don't forget to dress up as your favourite character!

GREASE the Musical - Orange

    Dates: Friday 17 October 2025

  • Address: Orange Civic Theatre, 151 Byng St, Orange NSW 2800
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Ages: Teenagers, Youth & Adults
Family events in October 2025: GREASE the Musical
Family events in October 2025: GREASE the Musical

Beanstalk - Kids' Show

    Dates: Wednesday 29 October 2025

  • Address: Orange Civic Theatre, 135 Byng Street, Orange NSW 2800, Australia
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Ages: All ages
Family events in October 2025: Beanstalk
Family events in October 2025: Beanstalk

Nitro Circus: Off The Rails Show - Wollongong & Newcastle

    Dates: Friday 07 November 2025 - Saturday 08 November 2025

  • Address: WIN Stadium / McDonald Jones Stadium, Wollongong, NSW / Newcastle, NSW
  • Duration: 2.5 hours (including interval)
  • Ages: All ages
What's on Sydney in October - November 2025: Nitro Circus at WIN Stadium / McDonald Jones Stadium
What's on Sydney in October - November 2025: Nitro Circus at WIN Stadium / McDonald Jones Stadium

Kids under 4 years - FREE on the lap of a paying adult.

The Wiggles: Tree of Wisdom Show in Sydney & Newcastle (3 days only)

    Dates: Wednesday 10 December 2025 - Saturday 20 December 2025

  • Address: Newcastle Entertainment Centre / Qudos Bank Arena / ICC Sydney Theatre, Sydney / Newcastle
  • Ages: Toddlers & preschoolers
What's on in Sydney for families (December 2025): The Wiggles Concert
What's on in Sydney for families (December 2025): The Wiggles Concert

The Wiggles are in Sydney and Newcastle for their most magical live show experience to date the little ones will love - don't miss out!

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