Spring School Holiday Fun is here!

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Park in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30 am, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Parklands in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

Park Science - Incredible Invertebrates

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 10am - 12pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

Why are some insects brightly coloured, while others are dull and brown? How do bees see? What makes invertebrates incredible? How do flowers attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators? How do some insects walk on water?

So many questions and critters to explore!

Children will investigate the incredible invertebrates below our feet, above our heads and in front of our faces on this fascinating look into insects. What makes a bug a bug and not a beetle? Can you tell the difference between a centipede, millipede or worm? Is a spider an insect?

Children will enjoy 2 hours of hands-on investigation and problem solving, including an outdoor bug hunt or dip net, an exploration walk looking at the role of insects in the environment, play fun role-playing games and make their own insect-inspired art to take home.

Inspire your curiosity with us this Spring!

Book Now

Park Science - Make an Insect Hotel

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children.

Are you insect-fully inspired? 

Children will build on their knowledge and interest of insects in this program. Found below our feet, above our heads and in front of our faces - Insects are found every where in the world. But where is "home"? 

Children will enjoy 2 hours of hands-on investigation and problem solving, taking a closer look at where insects call home, what attracts insects to different environments and the important role of insects for our survival. Children will make their own bug hotel from loose parts to invite insects into their own garden and make insect-inspired art to take home. 

Bring your curiosity with you this Spring!

Book Now

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Parklands in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

Bush Tucker Bash

Age: Children from 5 years old
Time: 11am & 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Event Type: Parents or carers must remain with their child during the program.

Bush Foods that heal you and feed you at Centennial Park!

Take a guided bush tucker tour with Shared Knowledge around the wetlands of Centennial Park. Learn to identify seasonal native bush foods, and their medicinal and cultural uses.

During this one-hour tour you will appreciate the importance of traditional bush foods to Australia’s First Nations people here on Gadigal and Bidjigal Country at Centennial Park.

Learn about the traditional seasons and how they influence what is hunted and gathered.

Make your experience a whole-day adventure and visit our amazing Ian Potter Children’s WILD PLAY Garden before or after your program. Your kids can roam wildly around and test their climbing skills in the tree house and their speed in the slide – water play, tunnels, bamboo mazes guarantee a great experience for them.

Book Now

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Parklands in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

Bushrangers - Tracks, Trails & Treasure Hunts!

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 9am - 4pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

The greatest alternative to screen time!

Led by our experienced team of Bush Rangers, children will enjoy a day of wildlife, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, games and free play, all in the great outdoors of Centennial Parklands. Activities are designed to allow children to play outside and to take part in problem solving and cooperative challenges.

In the spring months, we will be exploring tracks, trails and treasure hunts. Children will go in search of bugs, beetles and insects, create and go on a treasure hunt. And also visit the bat colony and baby bat pups at Lachlan Swamp. 

Your children could participate in some of the following activities:

• Learn stalking and tracking techniques to find out where animals are and what they do when you’re not looking! 
• Get up close to bats, birds and bugs in our swamps and ponds 
• Use your tracking skills to hunt for hidden treasure 
• Learn games to build your wild skills: watching, listening, sneaking, chasing and hiding! 

 This program is a firm holiday favourite and places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

Book Now

Kids vs Wild - Tracks, Trails & Treasure Hunts

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

 The greatest alternative to screen time!

Lost in the bush! Join our team of Education Rangers for a morning into the wilder side of the park with survival games, animal tracking and trail making. Make a mud map and follow the nature-based treasure hunt whilst having an awesome time out in the Park. 

* Learn to move silently so you can see and hear wild animals in their native habitat
* Go on a bug hunt and discover the secret world of insects
* Use a mud map to find hidden treasure.

We will supervise your children over the lunch hour if you book in for Nature & Art - Eco Art for Kids in the afternoon.

Book Now

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Parklands in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

Nature & Art - Eco Art for Kids

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

Let your children join us for two hours outdoors in the park, where we learn how to make beautiful things from natural materials.

If your kids love plants and animals and want to explore their creative side, then this art workshop is for them! We will play some nature-based art games working with a range of art mediums and natural materials to make a series of works to either leave in-situ (on site) or take home. 

Please note that this program is child-led and we are guided by the children's creativity, artwork therefore may change on the day. 

We will supervise your children over the lunch hour if you book in for Kids vs Wild - Tracks, Trails and Treasure Hunts in the morning. If you are staying for the whole day, please BYO lunch.

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Taste of Bush School

Age: Children aged 2.5 – 5 years
Time: 9:30am - 11:30am
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

Want to see what Bush School is about? Come to our special Nature Play session and check it out by joining our rangers for a morning of fun on our Nature Play site in Fearnley Grounds.

Let your kids explore our little forest, test their balancing skills, listen to stories and just play in nature.

Our Bush School rangers have prepared a range of outdoor games and activities that leave no hands clean!

Learn more about Bush School and the theory behind nature play. Parents will also have the opportunity to receive training and advice on how to nurture and mentor their own nature child.

Bush School is an outdoor program and will take place in all-weather except for high winds and electrical storms. Participants (adults and children) are expected to dress for the outdoors, including bringing wet weather gear, a hat, sturdy enclosed shoes and waterproof footwear when required.

Book Now

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie - Theatre Fun for Everyone

Age: Children from 2 years and over
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Event Type: Children must be accompanied by an adult 

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush.

In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences.

The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom.

Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid falling victim to the Big Bad Banksia Man?

These beloved characters come to life in Centennial Parklands in an outdoor production of this funny and enchanting performance, that introduces today’s children to the wonderful world of May Gibbs.

Book Now

Spotlight Prowl For Families

Age: Children aged 5+
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Event type: This program is for families  

Dusk is a wonderful time to spot animals in Centennial Parklands. The Park is home to a variety of nocturnal creatures, from brushtail possums, microbats, and tawny frogmouths to one of Sydney’s largest colonies of grey-headed flying-foxes.

Join our experienced Rangers for a fascinating and surprising spotlight walk to see how the Park transforms when the sun goes down.

Book Now

Park Science - Incredible Invertebrates

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 10am - 12pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

Why are some insects brightly coloured, while others are dull and brown? How do bees see? What makes invertebrates incredible? How do flowers attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators? How do some insects walk on water?

So many questions and critters to explore!

Children will investigate the incredible invertebrates below our feet, above our heads and in front of our faces on this fascinating look into insects. What makes a bug a bug and not a beetle? Can you tell the difference between a centipede, millipede or worm? Is a spider an insect?

Children will enjoy 2 hours of hands-on investigation and problem solving, including an outdoor bug hunt or dip net, an exploration walk looking at the role of insects in the environment, play fun role-playing games and make their own insect-inspired art to take home.

Inspire your curiosity with us this Spring!

Book Now

Park Science - Make an Insect Hotel

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children.

Are you insect-fully inspired? 

Children will build on their knowledge and interest of insects in this program. Found below our feet, above our heads and in front of our faces - Insects are found every where in the world. But where is "home"? 

Children will enjoy 2 hours of hands-on investigation and problem solving, taking a closer look at where insects call home, what attracts insects to different environments and the important role of insects for our survival. Children will make their own bug hotel from loose parts to invite insects into their own garden and make insect inspired art to take home. 

Bring your curiosity with you this Spring!

Book Now

Bushrangers - Tracks, Trails & Treasure Hunts!

Age: Children aged 5-12 years
Time: 9am - 4pm
Event Type: This a drop-off program. Parents do not attend with children. 

The greatest alternative to screen time!

Led by our experienced team of Bush Rangers, children will enjoy a day of wildlife, bushcraft, outdoor challenges, games and free play, all in the great outdoors of Centennial Parklands. Activities are designed to allow children to play outside and to take part in problem-solving and cooperative challenges.

In the spring months, we will be exploring tracks, trails and treasure hunts. Children will go in search of bugs, beetles and insects, create and go on a treasure hunt. And also visit the bat colony and baby bat pups at Lachlan Swamp. 

Your children could participate in some of the following activities:

• Learn stalking and tracking techniques to find out where animals are and what they do when you’re not looking! 

• Get up close to bats, birds and bugs in our swamps and ponds. 

• Use your tracking skills to hunt for hidden treasure. 

• Learn games to build your wild skills: watching, listening, sneaking, chasing and hiding! 

This program is a firm holiday favourite and places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

Book Now

Spotlight Prowl For Families

Age: Children aged 5+
Time: 6:45pm - 7:45pm
Event type: This program is for families  

Dusk is a wonderful time to spot animals in Centennial Parklands. The Park is home to a variety of nocturnal creatures, from brushtail possums, microbats, and tawny frogmouths to one of Sydney’s largest colonies of grey-headed flying-foxes.

Join our experienced Rangers for a fascinating and surprising spotlight walk to see how the Park transforms when the sun goes down.

Book Now