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Find some great arts events, Sydney families! 

All events are based on the organiser’s information provided at the time of listing. Please confirm details of time, date, location, price and suitability with the official event page before making plans!

How to Catch a Star (Australian Chamber Orchestra)

Australian Chamber Orchestra Pier 2/3 Suite 3/13A Hickson Rd, Dawes Point, NSW, Australia

Based on the internationally bestselling children’s book by acclaimed artist, author and illustrator Oliver Jeffers, this heartwarming production about reaching for dreams will take you on a journey from awe and wonder, through perseverance to triumph. In this stunning adaptation, Jeffers’...

$39

James and the Giant Peach (Sydney Opera House)

Sydney Opera House Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, Australia

From the company that brought us the smash-hit, adored seasons of Fantastic Mr Fox, The Twits and George’s Marvellous Medicine comes this bold new theatrical adaption of one of the most loved children’s classic books. Join James and his collection of curious critters on an enchanting, great escape direct from his backyard, soaring high across the world, from Dover to New York and...

$45

Children Are Stinky (Riverside Theatres – Parramatta)

Riverside Theatre - Parramatta Corner Church and Market Streets, Parramatta, NSW, Australia

Children are Stinky is an exciting award-winning children's comedy by Circus Trick Tease. Still buzzing from sell-out seasons across the globe, this show is building momentum and continuing to captivate adults and children alike. Recommended Age: 3 - 12 Schedule:...

$33

Whistle & Trick (Comedy Store)

Comedy Store 122 Lang Rd, Moore Park, NSW, Australia

Whistle and Trick is a Melbourne based children’s band made up of childhood friends Esther Holt and Maddy Kelly, who are always ready to sing, dance, and cause a bit of mischief. Having shared the stage back in their goody-goody,...

$25

A Forest in the City (Sydney Opera House)

Sydney Opera House Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Create an imaginary city through projections and play! This interactive performance uses full scale colourful projections, digital technology and dance, and comes direct to Sydney Opera House from Italy. Children are invited join two dancers onstage and step inside a magical...

$39

James and the Giant Peach (Sydney Opera House)

Sydney Opera House Bennelong Point, Sydney, NSW, Australia

From the company that brought us the smash-hit, adored seasons of Fantastic Mr Fox, The Twits and George’s Marvellous Medicine comes this bold new theatrical adaption of one of the most loved children’s classic books. Join James and his collection of curious critters on an enchanting, great escape direct from his backyard, soaring high across the world, from Dover to New York and...

$45

The Bugalugs Bum Thief (Riverside Theatres – Parramatta)

Riverside Theatre - Parramatta Corner Church and Market Streets, Parramatta, NSW, Australia

Based on the book by Tim Winton A bum-tastic adventure awaits in this new production as Skeeta, Mick and Billy take on an investigation to try and find the missing bums of Bugalugs. Who is the Bugalugs bum thief? Recommended...

$38

Tubby the Tuba with The Metropolitan Orchestra (Petersham Town Hall)

Petersham Town Hall 107 Crystal St, Petersham, NSW, Australia

Join Tubby the Tuba as he searches for a special melody to play with the orchestra. In this playful, interactive cushion concert, children will follow the engaging story of Tubby while also discovering the different instruments of the orchestra through...

Family Sunday (State Library NSW)

State Library State Library, Macquarie Street, Sydney, NSW, Australia

Family Sunday includes: Illustrator workshop with Cate James Suitable for ages 4–8. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $10 per child (accompanying adult free) 10a.m. - 10:45a.m. Infor and bookings: https://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/events/illustrator-workshop-cate-james Puzzle Party 10a.m. - 1p.m. Free, no bookings....