Artsplorers

Tumbalong Kids: Benny Time (Tumbalong Park)
2026-05-30 17:00 - 18:00 (Australia/Sydney) | Tumbalong Park, 11 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
What time is it? It’s Benny Time! Backed by a full band and bringing plenty of oversized props and costumes, Benny Time blends silly spectacle with his knowledge as an early childhood educator to create an engaging set filled with fun and lessons.
Little people, big fun. Get ready to sing, dance and play as Vivid Kids takes over Tumbalong Park every Saturday at 5pm throughout the festival. Kick off your Vivid Light Walk adventure with FREE family-friendly shows, designed to get little legs moving and big imaginations soaring—all before the main music lineup lights up the night.

Tumbalong Kids Schedule:
Saturday 23 May – The Mik Maks
Saturday 30 May – Benny Time
Saturday 6 June – Jay Laga’aia
Saturday 13 June – Angie Who

Sydney Writers' Festival Family Day (Carriageworks
2026-05-24 | Carriageworks, 245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh, NSW, 2015, Australia
Free and ticketed events.

Tumbalong Kids: The Mik Maks
2026-05-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Tumbalong Park, 11 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Sing, dance and giggle with The Mik Maks, a family-friendly affair from brothers Joel and Al McInnes, Joel’s daughter Ava and their good friend Drums the Panda. For more than a decade, they’ve brought colour, catchy songs and high-energy rock to stages and festivals across Australia – and entertained millions globally, with more than 9.2 million YouTube subscribers.
Little people, big fun. Get ready to sing, dance and play as Vivid Kids takes over Tumbalong Park every Saturday at 5pm throughout the festival. Kick off your Vivid Light Walk adventure with FREE family-friendly shows, designed to get little legs moving and big imaginations soaring—all before the main music lineup lights up the night.

Tumbalong Kids Schedule:
Saturday 23 May – The Mik Maks
Saturday 30 May – Benny Time
Saturday 6 June – Jay Laga’aia
Saturday 13 June – Angie Who

The Listies Make You LOL (Factory Theatre)
2026-05-16 - 2026-05-17 | Factory Theatre, 105 Victoria Road, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
The Listies are rolling into Sydney with their toilet-paper guns locked and loaded!
Gratuitous, ridiculous, hilarious, joyous and possibly hazardous, Rich and Matt are The Listies, Melbourne’s maestros of kidult comedy. A multi-award winning comedy duo who win over everyone who comes to see them with their insane, interactive, illogical and irreverent antics.
In Make U LOL The Listies present a chaotic whirlwind of physical buffoonery, wild puns, sight gags and improvised chaos together with a bucket load of theatrical invention to create family entertainment unlike anyone else.
Suitable for ages 4-400 Million. (dinosaurs allowed). Rated S for Stupid.
Schedule:
16 May – 12:30p.m.
17 May – 1:30p.m.

Biennale of Sydney Family Day (White Bay Power Station)
2026-05-09 10:00 - 16:00 | White Bay Power Station, Robert St, Rozelle, NSW, 2039, Australia
Open House: Leave Your Shoes By the Door is a participatory activation inviting families and visitors to reflect on the home as a site of healing, memory and care.
“Rooted in islamic tradition of dhiyafah (hospitality) and Salaturahmi (fostering bonds of kinship and connection) the rituals of home are extended to the public as gestures of reparation and re-connection. The domestic space is entrusted with Amanah; a moral and spiritual responsibility to care for those who enter it. It holds cultural rituals and memories that we embody to nourish our communities and foster a sense of belonging. Our practice as a collective reclaims domesticity and its agency to be the departure point for post-colonial futures of nearness, co-existence and solidarity.
Responding to the theme of Rememory, we will be facilitating activations that reflect the customs and memory of home and the value of generosity and care as building blocks for community and belonging. Through our activation, we will discover what alternative forms emerge when rest and reflection are at the forefront.”
Family Days at the 25th Biennale of Sydney are a celebration of creativity, colour, and connection! Designed for kids (and kids at heart), these lively days invite families to explore, play, and make art together. Expect hands-on workshops, performances, and activities bursting with energy, music, and laughter, all curated by community-led organisations who bring their unique perspectives and local spirit to the program.
Joyous, loud, and full of life, Family Days are your invitation to dive into art, imagination, and shared experiences for all ages. And best of all, entry is free!

Emma Memma (Bondi Pavilion)
2026-05-03 10:30 - 11:15 | Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach, NSW, 2026, Australia
Get ready to dance, sign, sing and sparkle with Emma Memma as she empowers the next generation through movement, creativity, inclusiveness and friendship.
With her love of dance, sign language and music, Emma and her friends share stories through colour, rhythm and imagination.
Now she’s twirling her way to Bondi Pavilion for the very first time. There will be crocodile snapping, coconut shaking and blobbing like jellyfish! Grab your dance buddies and join the fun!
Recommended for ages 2-6.
Free event. Register via Humanitix.

Splash Test Dummies (Bondi Pavilion)
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-18 | Bondi Pavilion, Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach, NSW, 2026, Australia
With dazzling acrobatics, jaw-dropping stunt work and brilliant juggling, the Dummies dive headfirst into a rollicking hour of family fun that will leave audiences gasping for breath – from laughter as much as excitement.
Packed with stunt work, acrobatics, juggling and slapstick comedy, this award-winning troupe guarantees an hour of fun, laughter, and lots of splashy surprises.
From Sydney Festival to Shanghai, the Splash Test Dummies have built an international reputation for creating circus theatre that’s clever, cheeky and irresistibly fun. With their inventive blend of comedy, clowning and play, they connect with audiences of all ages.
Suitable for 5+. This show is highly interactive with audience participation and beware you may get a little wet!
CIRCUS SKILLS WORKSHOP WITH THE DUMMIES
Add to the experience by booking into the Circus Skills Workshop! You can see the show and then learn circus skills from The Dummies or just do the workshop. Either way, you’re guaranteed to have fun!
Suitable for 6+ No experience in circus arts necessary
Thursday 16 April 11am
60 minutes
$15.00
High Tide Room
Show Schedule:
16 April 2026 at 2:00pm to 3:00pm
17 April 2026 at 11:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 3:00pm1
8 April 2026 at 11:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Alice in Wonderland (Royal Botanic Garden)
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-19, 2026-04-07 - 2026-04-12, 2026-04-04 - 2026-04-05 | Royal Botanic Garden, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other. This school holiday, tumble down the rabbit hole as the Australian Shakespeare Company presents Lewis Carroll’s absurd & wickedly clever classic – Alice in Wonderland. ‍

Brought to life beautifully in Glenn Elston’s highly acclaimed production, this familiar tale is stunningly lifted right from the pages. Your favourite assortment of curious characters are all waiting for you… meet the skittish, constantly late White Rabbit, sing along with the Dodo and other birds in the Caucus race and meet the pepper-obsessed Duchess and her extremely crazy cook. The Cheshire Cat will leave you with a grin and you can’t fail to miss Humpty Dumpty on his way to meet Tweedledum and Tweedledee.

And what might seem slightly silly, becomes downright absurd as the Mad Hatter arrives with the March Hare and Dormouse to have a grand old time with Alice at the tea party. This enchanting world of song & dance will have the whole family dizzy & giddy with nonsense!

Schedule:
Saturday 4 April – 10a.m., 1:30p.m.
Sunday 5 April – 10a.m.
Tuesday 7 April – 10a.m.
Wednesday 8 April – 10a.m.
Thursday 9 April – 10a.m., 1:30p.m.
Friday 10 April – 10a.m., 1:30p.m.
Saturday 11 April – 10a.m.
Sunday 12 April – 11a.m.
Tuesday 14 April – 10a.m.
Wednesday 15 April – 10a.m.
Thursday 16 April – 10a.m., 1:30p.m.
Friday 17 April – 10a.m., 1:30p.m.
Saturday 18 April – 10a.m.
Sunday 19 April – 11a.m.

The Vegetable Plot - Pineapple People (Riverside Theatres/PHIVE)
2026-04-14 - 2026-04-15 | PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta, NSW, 2150, Australia
Join award-winning children’s band The Vegetable Plot in their brand new musical comedy that is fruitastic!

Get ready for a freshly sliced serving of musical comedy with Pineapple People, the brand new live show from award-winning children’s band The Vegetable Plot!
Bursting with juicy songs, funky flavours and tropi-cool puppetry, this delightfully zingy production is a fruitastic family adventure that’s guaranteed to leave audiences smiling from the inside out.
Whether you think pineapple on pizza is a culinary delight or a gastronomic abomination, this sweet and spiky assortment of live music, puppetry and Dad jokes will have you feeling…..wait for it…..…. fine-apple!
(Seriously Chat GPT, that’s the best you could come up with!)
Starring Aspara Gus, Ru Barb, Sir Paul McCarrotney and Avo Kaydo.

Schedule:
Tuesday 14 April – 11a.m. and 1p.m.
Wednesday 15 April – 11a.m. and 1p.m.

Comedy Gala for Kids (Riverside Theatres)
2026-04-09 - 2026-04-11 | Riverside Theatres – Parramatta, Corner Church and Market Streets, Parramatta, NSW, 2124, Australia
Get your LOLs this school HOLs with Riverside’s inaugural Comedy Gala for Kids.

Mixing comedy, clowning, live music and ooooooodles of audience interaction, this is a big variety show made especially for little legends (and their grown-ups too)!
Hosted by award-winning comedian Susie Youssef, featuring an all-star line-up from every angle, from Brandon Van Oosten of Kookies N Kream flipping and spinning with jaw-dropping hip-hop moves, to Kay Proudlove’s catchy, heartfelt songs that have everyone singing along, and the wonderfully silly, multi award-winning clown Rae, from raeandwill, serving up playful chaos and laugh-out-loud moments.
It’s music, movements and mischief rolled into one joyful, high-energy show that everyone will enjoy.
Schedule:
Thursday 9 April – 11a.m.
Friday 10 April – 11a.m. and 1p.m.
Saturday 11 April – 11a.m. and 1p.m.

Biennale of Sydney Family Day (White Bay Power Station)
2026-04-04 10:00 - 17:00 | White Bay Power Station, Robert St, Rozelle, NSW, 2039, Australia
The first Family Day of the 25th Biennale of Sydney is here — and White Bay Power Station is set to come alive with colour, creativity and connection. Bring the whole family and spend the day making, painting, stitching and sharing stories within the iconic White Bay Power Station. Proudly supported by Arada, this special day invites visitors of all ages and abilities to experience art as something you do together, not just something you see.
This is a day designed for intergenerational making: toddlers, teens, parents, grandparents and carers all creating side by side. With free activities running all day, it’s the perfect way to experience the Biennale through play, participation and shared discovery.
Gather your friends, bring your family and join us at White Bay Power Station for a Family Day filled with imagination, storytelling and hands-on art. We can’t wait to see you there!
Entry to Family Day is free, as are all Family Day activities.

Rhythm n Bubs (Darling Quarter)
2026-03-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-03-11 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Darling Quarter, 1-25 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Nurture your child’s love for music. Rhythm n Bubs is a FREE group activity tailored for little ones aged 1 to 5 years.
Nestled in the heart of Darling Harbour at Playground Lawn (behind the Children’s Playground), this weekly experience is led by a team of passionate music educators from Mini Musica, Angie Who and the team at Cheeky Tunes, showcasing a range of musical performances inclusive to all.
Explore the world of sound through playful activities, catchy tunes, and rhythmic adventures. From sing-alongs that spark imagination to hands-on percussion play, every session is crafted to inspire a love for music
Whether you’re a seasoned musical family or just starting your little one’s rhythmic exploration, Rhythm n Bubs welcomes all! So join us for a toe-tapping morning and come and let the music play. Schedule:
November – Kindness Month

5 November – Angie Who
12 November – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie (Mini Musica)​
19 November – Cheeky Tunes
26 November – Melody Mamas

December – Christmas Month

3 December – Angie Who
10 December – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie (Mini Musica)​
17 December – Cheeky Tunes

January – Courage Month

7 January – Phoebe & Morgs (Mini Musica)​
14 January – Phoebe & Morgs (Mini Musica)​
21 January – Cheeky Tunes
28 January – Melody Mamas

February – Love Month

4 February – Chloe Wonder and Play​ (Mini Musica)​
11 February – Angie Who
18 February – Cheeky Tunes
25 February – Melody Mamas

March – Harmony Month

4 March – Angie Who
11 March – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie ​(Mini Musica)
18 March – Cheeky Tunes
25 March – Melody Mamas

In the event of wet weather, Rhythm and Bubs will be cancelled. Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook stories for updates.

The Riddle of Washpool Gully (Riverside Live at Phive)
2026-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta, NSW, 2150, Australia
Something long asleep has decided to wake up.

Far beyond the outskirts of the big city, near a tiny town that nearly everyone forgot, lay a dry creek bed of no special significance. Once upon a time it had been called Washpool Gully. But the world had moved on from insignificant things, and no one had time for dry creek beds. Except in Washpool Gully something was stirring. Shaken by the rumble of engines and darkening of the sky, something long asleep had decided to wake up.
Combining old-fashioned storytelling with contemporary puppetry and miniature sets, The Riddle of Washpool Gully is a reimagined tale of Australian mythology about the incredible creatures that might still live in the uncharted corners of our vast country.
Recommended for ages 7+ and their families.

Rhythm n Bubs - Darling Quarter
2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Darling Quarter, 1-25 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia

Inner West Kids Fest
2026-02-14 15:00 - 19:00 | Enmore Park, Between Enmore Road and, Black St, Marrickville, NSW, 2204, Australia
Get ready for a fun-filled day of music, crafts, games, and community spirit at Inner West Kids Fest, returning to Enmore Park on Saturday 14 February 2026!
Enjoy a mix of creative workshops, interactive games, art activities, and sports challenges with awesome prizes and giveaways up for grabs.
Plus, discover local food stalls and enjoy plenty more family fun under the summer sun.
So pack your picnic blanket and join us for the Inner West’s biggest family celebration of the year!

You & Me and the Land of Lost Things (The Concourse - Chatswood)
2026-02-14 - 2026-02-15 | The Concourse – Chatswood, 409 Victoria Avenue, Chatswood, NSW, 2067, Australia
YOU and ME have lost something important. Well… actually, lots of things. A guinea pig. A lucky rabbit’s foot. Possibly the plot! So they’re off on a wild quest through the Land of Lost Things – a world of snapping turtles, flying socks, treasure-hungry pirates, and a very anxious bull.
It’s a dangerous adventure – but with a bathtub boat, a guinea pig detector and just a little bit of luck, they might just make it home. That’s if they don’t get eaten by sharks. Or tricked by Johnny Knucklehead. Or trapped in the Lost Foot Empawrium…
The team behind the 13-, 26-, 52-, 78- and 91-Storey Treehouses brings Andy Griffiths and Bill Hopes’ brilliantly bonkers book to the stage in a hilarious new theatrical adventure for children aged 6–12 and their adults.
Get ready for action, imagination, and extremely questionable navigation. And whatever you do… don’t lose your ticket!
Performance Times:
Saturday 14 February 10a.m., 12p.m., 3p.m.
Sunday 15 February 10a.m., 12p.m.

Emma Memma (Taronga Zoo)
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Taronga Zoo, Bradley's Head Road, Mosman, NSW, 2088, Australia
Little ones deserve to be part of the magic at Twilight at Taronga too! That’s why we’ve created ‘Lil’ Twilight’ — special morning shows at 10am designed just for families with young children.
These daytime performances bring the best in children’s music to the same spectacular harbourside location, with the added bonus of free Taronga Zoo Sydney entry on the same day as your show. Pack a picnic, spread out on the lawns of the intimate natural amphitheatre, and enjoy a fun family day out.
After wildly successful shows for the past two years, beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma returns to Lil’ Twilight by popular demand!
Joined by her co-performer Elvin Melvin, a Deaf artist and Auslan teacher, Emma Memma has built a world where dance and sign language come together in vibrant, inclusive storytelling. What began as Emma’s PhD research has now grown into a celebrated children’s entertainment brand, expanding internationally to places like Singapore, Canada and beyond – all while championing visual communication, creativity and connection for every child.
Come along with the whole family for a great day out at Taronga Zoo Sydney!

Rhythm n Bubs (Darling Quarter)
2026-01-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-01-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Darling Quarter, 1-25 Harbour Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Bring your little ones to Darling Harbour for Rhythm n Bubs, where music meets playtime joy!
Nurture your child’s love for music. Rhythm n Bubs is a FREE group activity tailored for little ones aged 1 to 5 years.
Nestled in the heaof Darlinrt g Harbour at Playground Lawn (behind the Children’s Playground), this weekly experience is led by a team of passionate music educators from Mini Musica, Angie Who and the team at Cheeky Tunes, showcasing a range of musical performances inclusive to all.
Explore the world of sound through playful activities, catchy tunes, and rhythmic adventures. From sing-alongs that spark imagination to hands-on percussion play, every session is crafted to inspire a love for music
Whether you’re a seasoned musical family or just starting your little one’s rhythmic exploration, Rhythm n Bubs welcomes all! So join us for a toe-tapping morning and come and let the music play. Schedule:
November – Kindness Month

5 November – Angie Who
12 November – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie (Mini Musica)​
19 November – Cheeky Tunes
26 November – Melody Mamas

December – Christmas Month

3 December – Angie Who
10 December – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie (Mini Musica)​
17 December – Cheeky Tunes

January – Courage Month

7 January – Phoebe & Morgs (Mini Musica)​
14 January – Phoebe & Morgs (Mini Musica)​
21 January – Cheeky Tunes
28 January – Melody Mamas

February – Love Month

4 February – Chloe Wonder and Play​ (Mini Musica)​
11 February – Angie Who
18 February – Cheeky Tunes
25 February – Melody Mamas

March – Harmony Month

4 March – Angie Who
11 March – Nyssa Bush Band Boogie ​(Mini Musica)
18 March – Cheeky Tunes
25 March – Melody Mamas

In the event of wet weather, Rhythm and Bubs will be cancelled. Stay tuned on our Instagram and Facebook stories for updates.

The Wind in the Willows (Royal Botanic Garden)
2026-01-21 - 2026-01-25 | Royal Botanic Garden, Mrs Macquaries Road, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
Come along this summer and meet Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter, Portly, and Mr Toad as they bring Kenneth Grahame’s immortal story of life on the riverbank to life in Sydney’s Royal Botanic Garden from Wednesday 7 to Sunday 25 January 2026.
This critically acclaimed outdoor theatre production delivers music, songs, and laughs. There is fun for young and old as the Head Chief Rabbit transforms the audience into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose.
The young ‘rabbits’ are encouraged to get involved in the action and are given every opportunity to scream out loud, sing along and become part of the adventure. With laughs and surprises for children and adults, this is interactive theatre at its best.
Schedule:
Wednesday 7 January – 6p.m.
Thursday 8 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Friday 9 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Saturday 10 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Sunday 11 January – 11a.m.
Wednesday 14 January – 6p.m.
Thursday 15 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Friday 16 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Saturday 17 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Sunday 18 January – 11a.m.
Wednesday 21 January – 6p.m.
Thursday 22 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Friday 23 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Saturday 24 January – 10:30a.m. and 6p.m.
Sunday 25 January – 11a.m.

Mad Hatter's Tea Party (The Grand Electric)
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-25 | The Grand Electric, 199 Cleveland St, Surry Hills, NSW, 2010, Australia
Step into a wildly immersive world where teacups tumble, sugar cubes fly, and nothing makes sense (in the best possible way)!
Welcome to the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party — a cheeky and chaotic circus cabaret for the young and young at heart. Join the Mad Hatter, March Hare, Red Kween, Cheshire Cat, and the rest of the Wonderland crew in an interactive whirlwind of acrobatics, juggling, and topsy-turvy fun.
Read our review on Instagram
Schedule:
Saturday 3 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.
Sunday 4 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.
Tuesday 6 January – 2:30p.m.
Wednesday 7 January – 2:30p.m.
Thursday 8 January – 2:30p.m.
Friday 9 January – 2:30p.m.
Saturday 10 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.
Sunday 11 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.
Tuesday 13 January – 2:30p.m.
Wednesday 14 January – 2:30p.m.
Thursday 15 January – 2:30p.m.
Friday 16 January – 2:30p.m.
Saturday 17 January – 11a.m. and 1p.m.
Sunday 18 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.
Tuesday 20 January – 2:30p.m.
Wednesday 21 January – 2:30p.m.
Thursday 22 January – 2:30p.m.
Friday 23 January – 2:30p.m.
Saturday 24 January – 11a.m. and 1p.m.
Sunday 25 January – 11a.m. and 2:30p.m.

Mama Does Derby - Ages 12+ (Town Hall)
2026-01-20 - 2026-01-22 | Town Hall, 483 George Street, Sydney, NSW, 2000, Australia
For ages 12+
A single mum, a teenage daughter, and a new life in a regional town where neither quite fits. Billie is 16 and restless, trying to navigate the chaos of adolescence. Mum, meanwhile, is spinning into a rebellion of her own – in the sweaty, rough and radical world of roller derby.
Fresh from winning the 2024 Scotsman First Fringe Award for Outstanding New Writing for her play Cyrano, writer and actress Virginia Gay (Calamity Jane) returns with this heartwarming and boisterous story about what holds a family together. Conceived and directed by Windmill’s Clare Watson, this world premiere production turns the Sydney Town Hall into a full-scale roller derby track for an epic mother-daughter story where theatre, sport, live music and immersive spectacle collide.
Action-packed, hilarious and heartfelt, Mama Does Derby is about resilience and reinvention, about getting knocked down and getting back up again.
Schedule:
Thursday 15 January – 6:30p.m.
Friday 16 January – 6p.m.
Saturday 17 January – 1p.m. and 6:30p.m.
Sunday 18 January – 2p.m. and 6:30p.m.
Tuesday 20 January – 7p.m.
Wednesday 21 January – 7p.m.
Thursday 22 January – 7p.m.
