Easter school holidays in Sydney are the perfect time to slow down, soak up the autumn sunshine, and create lasting memories with your little ones. Whether you’re looking to keep them active, inspire their imagination, or simply enjoy some good old-fashioned family fun, there’s no shortage of things to do across the city. From egg hunts and craft workshops to theatre shows, outdoor adventures and free community events, Sydney comes alive with family-friendly experiences during the Easter break.

To help you plan your time (without the overwhelm), I’ve rounded up some of the best events and activities happening these holidays. They’re listed in alphabetical order and suitable for a mix of ages, interests, and budgets. Let the Easter fun begin!

Alice in Easterland

• Dates and locations: 21 April 2025 in Parramatta Park and 19 April 2025 in Centennial Parklands
• Summary: A theatrical adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland,” featuring bonnet decoration and a parade for children aged 4 and up.
• Price: $20 for one child and one parent/carer (children under 2 do not require a ticket)

Alice in Wonderland High Tea Buffet

• Dates: 12–13 April, 18–20 April, and 25–27 April 2025
• Location: The Rocks
• Summary: Step into a whimsical world with a themed buffet high tea featuring sweet and savoury delights inspired by Alice’s adventures. ​
• Price: Adults: $84; Children (3–11): $64; Under 3: Free​

Autumn School Holidays at Darling Harbour

• Dates: 14-25 April 2025​
• Location: Various venues across Darling Harbour​
• Summary: A vibrant program titled “Move, Groove, Darling” offering a plethora of activities to get kids moving and grooving during the school holidays. Highlights include:​
• Parkoursome: An exhilarating parkour experience designed to unleash your child’s adventurous spirit. Hosted by the expert team at KongQuest, this event features a five-station circuit focusing on movement, action, and fun. Suitable for children eager to explore the fundamentals of parkour in a safe environment. ​
• Move, Groove, Darling Festival: A free 3-day festival at Tumbalong Park featuring yoga, meditation, parkour sessions, and a School (Holiday) Disco.​
• FlyMotion Bungy Trampolining: An adrenaline-pumping bungy trampoline experience.
• Children’s Playground: A state-of-the-art playground equipped with water features, giant slides, and climbing structures.​
• Kids Yoga Workshops: Sessions designed to introduce children to the benefits of yoga and mindfulness.​
• Kids Drumming and Percussion Workshops: Interactive workshops where kids can explore rhythm and music.​
• Kids Meditation Workshops: Guided sessions to help children learn relaxation and focus techniques.​
• Price: Most activities are free; specific workshops may require prior registration.​

Autumn School Holidays at the Australian National Maritime Museum

• Dates: 12-27 April 2025
• Location: ​Darling Harbour
• Summary: Dive into a world of wonder with exhibitions, vessel explorations, hands-on workshops, creative activities, films, and more. Highlights include the “Ultimate Depth” and “Ocean Photographer of the Year” exhibitions, Kids on Deck maker space, and the Cabinet of Curiosities.
• Price: Included with museum entry. Entry costs: Adults $25, Children $25, Under 4 years old Free, Concessions $30, Family (2 adults and 3 children): $89

The Big Bounce:

• Dates: 19 April 2025
• Location: Pemberton Reserve (Behind Ramsgate RSL)
• Summary: Giant Inflatable Fun, plus face painting, Easter Craft, market stalls and more!
• Price: $5

Campbelltown Easter Fair

• Dates: 18-21 April 2025
• ​Location: Campbelltown Showground
• Summary: A family-friendly fair in Campbelltown featuring market stalls, amusement rides, food vendors, and live performances. ​
• Price: Entry is $3 per person; unlimited ride wristbands are $25 pre-sale or $30 at the event.​

Comic Book Illustration Workshop

• Dates: 15 & 23 April 2025
• Location: ​Sydney Opera House
• Summary: A hands-on workshop where children can learn the art of comic book illustration, guided by professional artists. Suitable for ages 8 – 14

Cronulla Easter Market

• Dates: 12–13 April 2025​
• Location: Don Lucas Reserve, Cronulla
• Summary: A vibrant beachside market showcasing local retailers, gourmet treats, and family-friendly activities. ​
• Price: Free

Dance Mania

• Dates: 16-17 April 2025
• Location: ​Sydney Opera House
• Summary: An energetic dance workshop for kids to learn new moves and express themselves through movement. Suitable for ages 9 – 11.
• Price: $250

Dog Man: The Musical

• Dates: 11-27 April 2025
• Location: ​Sydney Opera House
• Summary: An epic musical adventure based on Dav Pilkey’s bestselling “Dog Man” books, featuring the crime-biting sensation who is part dog, part man, and all hero. Recommended for ages 8+.
• Price: Premium $59.95, A Reserve $49.95, B Reserve $39.95. Discounts available for groups and multi-event bookings.

Easter Afternoon Tea

• Dates: 7-27 April 2025
• Location: The Langham, Sydney CBD​
• Summary: An elegant Easter-themed afternoon tea featuring a selection of sweet and savoury treats. ​
• Price: Starting from $95 per person; children’s pricing available.​

Easter Craft Workshop

• Date: 14 April 2025
• Location: Macquarie Fields Fitness and Indoor Sports Centre​
• Summary: A creative workshop for children to make Easter crafts
• Price: $2 per participant.​

Easter Egg Hunt at Golden Ridge Animal Farm

• Dates: 12-20 April 2025
• Location: Golden Ridge Animal Farm​
• Summary: Experience Sydney’s ONLY indoor farm-themed egg hunt, ensuring the fun continues rain or shine. Enjoy a fair event where everyone receives the same prize, and prepare for an unforgettable day filled with excitement.
• Price: Included with entry – Children $30 and adults $27.50

Easter Egg-Stravaganza at Q Station

• Date: 19 April 2025​
• Location: North Head, Manly
• Summary: A fun-filled day with an Easter egg hunt, face painting, jumping castle, live music, and more.
• Price: Adults: $25; Children: $18

Easter Family Fun Day

• Date: 19 April 2025​
• Location: Bankstown Family Sports Club
• Summary: Enjoy a day filled with family-friendly activities, including entertainment and special Easter events. ​
• Price: Free entry; additional costs may apply for certain activities.

Easter at The Grounds

• Date: 20 April 2025​
• Location: The Grounds of Alexandria
• Summary:
• There will be an exciting Easter egg hunt where children can search for hidden chocolate eggs throughout The Grounds’ picturesque garden. The event also features a visit from the Easter Bunny, providing a festive atmosphere for families.
• A colossal 1-tonne chocolate egg will also be cracked open and attendees can enjoy the sweet rewards.
• Step into an immersive experience inspired by Disney’s Snow White and explore a mysterious path through an enchanted forest, where every detail is crafted to bring this timeless fairytale to life. Along the way, enjoy a selection of delicious menu items designed to match the charm of the story – perfect for fans of all ages!
• Price: Varies according to activity. Bookings are required for the Easter Egg Crack and Easter Egg Hunt.

Easter Long Weekend at Chiswick

• Dates: 18 – 21 April 2025​
• Location: Woollahra
• Summary: Celebrate Easter with a community egg hunt on Sunday, 20 April from 11am to 1pm, followed by seasonal seafood specials throughout the weekend. ​
• Price: Egg hunt is free; dining prices vary.​

Easter School Holidays at Darling Square

• Dates: 14-27 April 2025​
• Location: Darling Square
• Summary: An exciting lineup of free activities tailored for kids during the Easter school holidays. The program include:
• Easter Egg Hunt: A fun-filled hunt for Easter eggs hidden throughout Darling Square.​
• Meet the Easter Bunny: Opportunities for children to meet and take photos with the Easter Bunny.​
• Jumping Castle: A bouncy castle for kids to enjoy.​
• Face Painting: Creative face painting sessions to transform little faces into various characters.​
• Price: Free​​​

Easter School Holidays at The Peakhurst

• Dates: 14-24 April 2025
• Location: ​Peakhurst
• Summary: ​ Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? We’ve got a hoppy lineup of fun activities they’ll love! Program includes:
• Sand Art!
• Easter Bonnet Decorating!
• Toy Bunny Making
• Kids Easter Party
• Colour-in Easter Tote Bag (Use it for the Egg hunt)
• Meet the Easter Bunny
• FREE Easter Egg Hunt
• Slime Workshop!
• Easter Cookie Decorating
• Reptile Show
• Price: Activities are $8, unless otherwise specified

Easter Long Weekend at Watsons Bay Boutique Hotel

• Dates: 20 April 2025
• Location: ​Watsons Bay Hotel​
• Summary: A seaside Easter celebration with egg hunts, face painting, live music, and special menus for the whole family. ​
• Price: ​Free egg hunt

Easter Monday Kids Carnival

• Date: 21 April 2025
• Location: Bangor
• Summary: Bangor Tavern is pleased to present our free Easter Monday kids party with face painting, a balloon artist + live music in the beer garden.
• Price: Free entry

European Easter Market at Polish Club

• Date: 13 April 2025​
• Location: Ashfield
• Summary: Experience European Easter traditions with over 25 stalls offering food, crafts, and a visit from the Easter Bunny.
• Price: Free entry​

Fairfield Easter Egg Hunt

• Dates: 20 April 2025
• Location: Fairfield Park
• Summary: Annual Easter egg hunt sponsored by the Fairfield Junior Women’s Club. The egg hunt is open to infants through 8 years old. The egg hunt starts at 11am with each age group going separately. Some of the eggs will have tickets in them for you to earn a prize! We will also have a bake sale table set up to purchase baked goods.
• Price: Free

Fairfield Easter Fair

• Dates: 17-22 April 2025
• Location: Fairfield Showground
• Summary: FREE Entertainment All Day, Every Day! From live shows and family-friendly performances to exciting acts you won’t want to miss — it’s all included with entry! Includes: fireworks, circus shows, circus workshops, wood carving, pig racing, motorcycle stunts, rides, showbags and more
• Price: $2 entry and $30 for unlimited ride wristbands

Free Family Fun at Narellan Hotel

• Dates: 20 April 2025
• Location: Narellan Hotel
• Summary: Join us over the Easter Long Weekend for shared meals with the family, Seafood Specials, Saturday Easter Brunch, family fun with free activities for the kid’s on Easter Sunday, Live Music, NRL & more! Program includes:
  • Easter Bunny & Egg Hunt
  • Easter Arts & Crafts
  • Kids Entertainment 12pm-3pm
  • Live Music 12.30pm-3.30pm – Harley Ruha
  • Movie Night – ‘Hop’ on the big screen on the lawn from 7.30pm
  • Price: Free

Festival of Democracy

• Date: 15 April 2025
• Location: Parliament of New South Wales​
• Summary: A free event for children aged 5–12 and their families to explore democracy through interactive activities such as guided chamber tours, arts and crafts workshops, mock committee hearings, and storytelling sessions with historical character actors.
• Price: Free; tickets required for attendees over four years old.​

Great Laugh in the Park

• Date: 26 April 2025
• Location: Darling Harbour
• Summary: Join us for a jam-packed day of laughter, fun, and incredible performances—all for FREE! Hosted by Jimmy Rees (Giggle & Hoot), with Dorothy the Dinosaur (the Wiggles), The Listies (ABC Kids), and heaps more bringing the laughs, this is the family event of the season! There are activities to keep the kids entertained all day:
• Gasp at acrobatic feats int the Alcazar Circus Tent
• Be part of the comedy at the Giggle Garden
• Learn some new skills in the Circus Playground Get dressed up with face painting and temporary tattoos
• With food trucks for the whole family as well as plenty of comfortable seating, you can spend the whole day laughing in the park.
• In the evening, join us for the COMEDY GALA ON THE GREEN – a free comedy gala featuring Sara Pascoe (UK), Drew Lynch (US), Aunty Donna + HEAPS MORE.
• Close out the evening with FREE concert by FURNACE AND THE FUNDAMENTALS + FIREWORKS!
• Price: Free

Harbour View Cinema at Taronga Zoo

• Dates: 24 – 27 April 2025​

• Location: Taronga Zoo, Mosman NSW​

• Summary: Experience an open-air cinema with stunning harbour views. Enjoy family-favourite films like Moana, Shrek, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, and 10 Things I Hate About You. Gates open at 6:00 PM, with movies starting after sunset.

• Price: Tickets start from $27; children under 3 enter free. Ticket includes zoo entry from 2pm.

The Hills Easter Show

• Date: 18 – 21 April 2025
• Location: Castle Hills Showgrounds
• Showground Road, Castle Hill NSW 215
• Summary: 4 days of non-stop fun, with 2 nights of fireworks. Enjoy a fun-filled day of free entertainment with jaw-dropping illusions, fire dancers, circus acts, roaming characters like superheroes and the Easter Bunny, plus cuddly animals and a reptile zoo. Kids can meet their favourites from Star Wars to Frozen, and even catch live wrestling matches! For extra thrills, there are rides, games, food trucks, Easter egg hunts, showbags, horse rides, and more (additional costs apply).
• Price: $7 children (4-12 years), $10 adults, $30 family (2 adults and 2 children)

Hop into Easter at South Eveleigh

• Dates: 8-15 April 2025
• Location: ​South Eveleigh, Redfern
• Summary: A series of family-friendly events at South Eveleigh, including:​
• Bunny Cuddles: Interact with real bunnies in a safe environment.
• Hip Hop Bunny Duo + Chocolate Giveaway: Enjoy performances by a hip-hop dancing bunny duo and receive free chocolates.
• Family Easter Day Out at BrewDog: Participate in Easter-themed activities suitable for all ages.
• Easter Craft Workshops: Let your little ones get creative and messy with our Easter craft workshops! Each 30-minute session is designed to spark creativity and Easter joy.
• Price: Varies according to activity

Ingenia Holiday Parks Sydney Family Show

• Dates: 12-27 April 2025
• Location: ​​Entertainment Quarter
• Summary: Features Bluey show, Paw Patrol show, reptile show, bike stunt show, monster jump, rides, games, showbags, animal exhibits and more.
• Price: Children under 3 enter free., Children 4-12y $15, Adults $30, Groups of 4 (adults or kids) $75, unlimited ride wristbands $50

Kareela Village Fair

• Date: 19 April 2025​
• Location: Kareela Village
• Summary: Get egg-cited for a fun-filled Easter celebration at Kareela Village! Join us for a day packed with Easter magic the whole family will love! Program includes:
• Meet the Easter Bunny – Don’t forget to snap a photo!
• FREE Easter Eggs – Sweet treats for everyone!
• FREE Activity Books – Fun for the little ones!
• Pop-Up Stalls – Shop & explore unique finds!
• Face Painting – Get into the Easter spirit with colourful designs!
• Price: Free entry

Kinder Easter Trail at Sydney Zoo

• Date: 12 April 2025​
• Location: Sydney Zoo
• Summary: Hop into the ultimate Easter adventure at Sydney Zoo with the FREE Kinder Easter Trail. Egg-venturers can grab a special trail map and explore the zoo, collecting stamps at fun checkpoints along the way. Plus, enjoy delicious treats from Kinder’s Easter range!​
• Price: Included with general zoo admission; free for members and pass holders.

Little Red Riding Hood

• Dates: 23-27 April 2025
• Location: ​Centennial Parklands and Lizard Log (Western Sydney Parklands)​
• Summary: An interactive outdoor theatre performance of the classic fairy tale. ​Children will meet characters from the story and participate in the adventure. Designed for families with children aged 4 and up.
• Price: Varies according to location

Macquarie Street Adventure

• Date: 15 April 2025​

• Location: Sydney CBD

• Summary: A collaborative event by the State Library of NSW, NSW Parliament, and Museums of History NSW. Families can enjoy tours, workshops, and performances designed for children aged 5–12. Highlights include the “Build a City” workshop and the “Best of the Worst” show.​

• Price: Free; registrations required. ​

Mad Hatter Easter High Tea at Sir Stamford

• Date: 19 April 2025​
• Location: Circular Quay
• Summary: A whimsical high tea experience featuring themed treats and characters from Wonderland. ​
• Price: Adults: $109; Children (5–12): $69; Under 5: Free

Mimi’s Symphony with Justine Clarke

• Dates: 11-13 April 2025
• Location: ​Sydney Opera House
• Summary: Join Justine Clarke, conductor George Ellis, and an 18-piece orchestra in a magical concert where a little magpie’s journey leads to a captivating musical adventure. Suitable for ages 3+
• Price: Premium $49.95, A Reserve $45.95. Discounts available for groups and multi-event bookings.

Perry Park’s Free Open Sports Day

• Date: 13 April 2025​
• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM​
• Location: Perry Park Recreation Centre & Synthetic Sportsfield, Alexandria​
• Summary: A family-friendly event offering free casual sports sessions including basketball, pickleball, roller skating, badminton, volleyball, touch football, and soccer. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Additional perks include free gelato from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM and free coffee all day. Equipment is provided, though bringing personal roller skates is recommended due to limited availability.
• Price: Free

Sydney Royal Easter Show

• Dates: 11-22 April 2025
• Location: ​​Sydney Showgrounds
• Summary: An annual celebration showcasing Australian culture, with agricultural displays, carnival rides, live entertainment, and a variety of food options. ​
• Price: Adults $48, Children $29.50, Concession $36, Family $138.

Tuff Nutterz

• Dates: 12 – 21 April 2025​
• Location: Glenworth Valley Outdoor Adventures
• Summary: Enjoy Australia’s largest inflatable obstacle course, suitable for all ages, with various attractions and sessions.
• Price: Prices vary based on ticket type and session; refer to the official website for details.​

West Ryde Easter Celebrations

• Date: 12 April 2025​
• Location: West Ryde Plaza, Ryedale Road, West Ryde NSW​
• Summary: A community event featuring live entertainment, Easter-themed activities, and fun for the whole family.​
• Price: Free​

You Are Here

• Dates: 19-24 April 2025
• Location: ​Sydney Opera House
• Summary: An interactive performance for ages 2+, where children embark on a journey of self-discovery through stories, music, and play.
• Price: Standard $35; group discounts and multi-event booking discounts available.

Youth Week in the City

• Dates: 9-17 April 2025​
• Location: Various venues across Sydney​
• Summary: A celebration designed for young people by young people, featuring a diverse range of events including:
• Off the Record: Youth Week Acoustic Sessions: Showcasing Sydney’s emerging music talents in an intimate setting.
• Pathfynd: Youth Week Scavenger Hunt: Participants race against time, solving clues and completing challenges to discover hidden gems in Sydney.
• Game On: Youth Week Gaming Event: A celebration for gamers featuring tournaments, casual play, and opportunities to connect with fellow enthusiasts.
• Free Basketball at Perry Park: Open basketball sessions for youth aged 12–18, promoting fitness and community engagement.
• Yirranma Place Youth Week Creative Workshop: An afternoon of creativity and connection, offering various artistic activities.
• Youth Week: Zine Making Workshop: Participants can create and publish their own zines, exploring self-expression and publishing.
• Price: Most events are free; some may require booking.​

Please note that event details such as dates, activities, and pricing are subject to change. It’s advisable to check the official event websites directly for the most current information.

Please note, I am continually adding to this list, so please bookmark this page and check back again. Also, do let me know if I have forgotten any events.