A time-bending First Nations tale from one of Australia’s favourite playwrights.

After sellout seasons around Australia and the world, this bestselling adaptation of Julia Donaldson's classic book returns to Sydney for the holidays from 17 - 19 July at The Concourse, Chatswood.

The Wacky Wizard is back with her hilarious hijinks for 4-400 year olds. A laugh-out-loud comedy adventure for kids, bursting with songs, silliness and of course a sprinkling of magic!

Bastille Festival returns to Circular Quay and The Rocks from 16–19 July 2026, bringing four vibrant winter days of French food, wine, music and culture to the harbour’s edge and it’s completely free to attend.

The free, fun-filled Hive festival for kids and families returns to the Art Gallery of New South Wales on Saturday 11 and Sunday 12 July 2026.

Straight from sell-out seasons in Melbourne, MaaMaa and Nonna’s Kitchen is a multilingual interactive performance and baking workshop for children aged 2 to 4 and their carers. Step into the welcoming kitchen of two grandmothers—MaaMaa (Chinese grandmother) and Nonna (Italian grandmother). 

If you loved The Gruffalo, don't miss the sequel, which returns following previous sell-out Australian tours – now in a new West End production!

Let your imagination come alive in our brand-new ACO Families show, Pinocchio.

Are you looking for fun things to do with the kids in Sydney during the school holidays? The Australian Museum (AM) offers a range of educational activities to keep your kids entertained.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week at the Australian Museum

The Flying Fruit Fly Circus returns this July school holidays with a brand-new show where knockabout comedy meets breathtaking aerials. Experience the incredible talent of young performers in this high-energy circus extravaganza!

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. 

This winter, The Grounds of Alexandria is getting a pink makeover, transforming into a fashion-filled world inspired by Megan Hess and Barbie™.

For Primavera 2026, curator Antares Wells brings together artists from across the country who open up new ways of working with history, memory and the archive.

Wander through a world of over 70 illuminated lanterns, farmyard favourites, hidden characters and spectacular larger-than-life installations lighting up the grounds after dark. From Old Red the Tractor to the 6-metre King Cockatoo, each stop is a moment worth finding.

The Archibald, Wynne and Sulman Prizes delight and surprise audiences every year with fresh presentations of contemporary Australian painting and sculpture.

Banksy Limitless arrives in Sydney following its highly successful London opening. More than an exhibition, this immersive experience amplifies Banksy’s voice beyond walls and borders — bold, uncompromising, and deeply connected to the world we live in.

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. 

DigiPark is a 19-room immersive attraction inside Westfield Sydney packed with plenty of great multi-sensory experiences: holographic tunnels, cosmic mirror mazes, glowing planet rooms, interactive graffiti walls, and more.

Museum of Illusions, the world’s largest and fastest-growing chain of private museums, will make its Australian debut this summer with the opening of Museum of Illusions Sydney, an interactive world where the impossible becomes possible and curiosity knows no bounds. 

Ready to discover Australia's wild side? The new and reimagined Surviving Australia exhibition is now open - bigger, bolder, and more thrilling than ever!

Dig It! will deliver a rich, multisensory, family-friendly experience that invites you to experience the excitement and challenges of archaeological excavation for yourself.

Opening in December 2025, Unearthed will display a fascinating selection of objects excavated from the site.

Make yourself at home in an underground art park. Read our review here.

The first state art museum retrospective of one of Australia’s great artistic visionaries

With a mix of carefully chosen classics and spontaneous improvisation, this feel-good live music performance takes you on a journey to the roots of this revolutionary genre.

A unique dining experience you can enjoy with your partner, family and friends

From the producers of Shrek The Musical and Dr Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat, DreamWorks electrifying stage show Madagascar: The Musical is coming to Australia for a national 13 city tour in 2025! Madagascar: The Musical captures the essence of the beloved Dreamworks animated film, bringing the characters you know and love to the stage with a fresh and exhilarating twist. Join the gang on a journey of friendship, self-discovery, and loads of fun – a perfect blend of heartwarming moments and pure entertainment.