What's On For Kids In Sydney This Week 18th – 25th February
Too many good things to do with kids this weekend in Sydney. Honestly, those blooming Saturday sports just get in the way of exploring this city and it’s cultural events!
Here’s a list of five great family fun events this coming week in Sydney.
Tomato Festival Sydney
Celebrate all things tomato, with a hint of chilli too at the Tomato Festival Sydney, in this 200th anniversary year of the Royal Botanic Gardens.
You’ll find a cooking hub, produce stalls, tomato taste tests, children’s activities like an Aztec treasure trail and pizza making, themed guided walks, plant sales and much more.
Date: Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 February 2016
Time: 10.00 am to 4.00 pm (both days)
Location: Band Lawn, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
The Tomato Festival Website here is a must to check out before you go.
The 112th Luddenham Show
The county comes to the city at this long-running show in Sydney’s west. Meet horses, cattle, poultry, pet farm animals and enjoy the rides and sideshows. There’s a rodeo, and fireworks too!
A family pass costs $40 for two adults and up to four children – a bargain compared to the Easter Show.
Date: Saturday and Sunday 20th and 21st of February
Time: From 9am
Where: Luddenham Showground, cnr Campbell street & Park Road, Luddenham
Dragon Boat Races at Darling Harbour
This is Australia’s largest dragon boat competition and 3000 paddlers compete! Join the crowds on the viewing pontoon, then hop off for a play at the fab Darling Quarter playground.
When: Saturday 20 February 2016 from 8am to 5pm
Sunday 21 February 2016 from 9am to 3pm
Where: Cockle Bay Wharf, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Website here
Open House at Cockatoo Island
DATE: Sunday 21 February
TIME: 1.30pm to 4pm
Read our review of a family day out at Cockatoo Island here.
Cockatoo Island website here
On Sunday you can visit the historic houses and apartments which are available to let on Cockatoo Island. This adds another dimension to a day trip to this fascinating island. If you’ve ever thought of booking some accommodation, why not pop over to check it out first.
Just pop into the Cockatoo Island Visitor Centre when you arrive and ask for directions to our heritage houses and apartments.
Find out more about Cockatoo Island’s houses and apartments here.
Parramatta Lunar New Year
When: Friday 19th February 4.30 – 9.30pm
There’s fireworks and games, and singing and dancing and dumplings to celebrate the Year of the Monkey at Parramatta’s festival in Centenary Square. Kids can enjoy mask making and other activities as well as feating and watching the shows.
Info on Parramatta website here.
Current Exhibitions and Shows at Museums and Art Galleries
Horrible Histories Pirates at the Australian National Maritime Museum until April 27th 2016
Lego Bricks Sydney Harbour Icons at the Museum of Sydney until 31st July 2016
The Art of The Brick: DC Comics at The Powerhouse Museum
Trailblazers: Australia’s 50 Greatest Explorers at The Australian Museum
Healthy Outdoors Fun That’s Always Open and Always Free
Sydney’s Best Playground here
Sydney’s Most Kid-Friendly Beaches here
Family Walks in Sydney here
Hope you enjoy the week ahead – what have I missed??!!