Riverside’s inaugural Comedy Gala for Kids. Thursday 9 April 11am and 1pm, Friday 10 April 11am and 1pm, Saturday 11 April 11am and 1pm.
Get your LOLs these 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. Its music, movements and mischief rolled into one joyful, high-energy show that everyone will enjoy. This isn’t a sit-still kind of show. It’s clap-along, shout-out, laugh-till-your-cheeks-hurt fun – because big laughs aren’t just for grown-ups!
Dates and Times: Thursday 9 April 11am and 1pm, Friday 10 April 11am and 1pm, Saturday 11 April 11am and 1pm. Tickets from $24. CLICK HERE to book. Venue: Riverside Live at PHIVE, 5 Parramatta Square, Parramatta.
Fun at Castle Towers
Jump into the Neon Play Zone, an interactive LED gaming floor designed to get kids moving, thinking and competing!
- The Neon Grid Game, where players race to step on glowing tiles while avoiding red tiles, perfect for a little friendly family competition. Compete in teams of 2 – 4, with each round increasing in difficulty. Scores are added to the live leaderboard where top performers compete for the title of Ultimate Neon Hero. When games aren’t running, the floor opens up for free play – so little and big kids at heart can jump in anytime.
- Neon Galaxy Floor, think of a life-sized version of Snakes and Ladders, transformed into an immersive pixel-powered floor game. Players simply visit the play zone and scan the QR code to unlock the virtual dice to race across the neon board while collecting power-ups and navigating challenges.
- Finish at the Neon Art Interactive Wall, where kids can create colourful shapes, words, and patterns in real time.
The Neon Play Zone will be glowing and interactive from 1 April so kids can step, jump and watch the lights respond even outside of game times. The full game experience will be available during staffed hours. Find out more here.
Staffed Play Sessions – When: 7 – 19 April | Game Time: 10am – 2pm daily | Cost: Free | Recommended for ages 5+
Sydney Royal Easter Show. Thursday 2 April to Monday 13 April.
The Sydney Royal Easter Show is Australia’s largest annual ticketed event. It’s a celebration of Australian culture, from rural traditions to modern lifestyles, featuring agricultural competitions, animal experiences, entertainment, carnival fun, and more. Buy your tickets and plan your day here.
Seven Hills Festival. Grantham Reserve Seven Hills. Saturday 11 April. 10am to 4pm.
Join in a fun-filled day of entertainment and activities for the whole family to enjoy including:
- arts and craft stalls
- food trucks and stalls
- live stage performances
- kids rides
- workshops and displays.
City of Parramatta’s Outdoor Cinema Series
Parramatta is bringing free movie nights to local parks during the April school holidays! 10 -18 April | 4 – 9pm. Roll-out a picnic blanket and enjoy fun-filled activities with family and friends before catching your favourite Hollywood films on our pop-up cinema screen at sundown. What’s on this weekend:
- Friday 10 April: A Minecraft Movie – Sue Savage Reserve, Toongabbie.
- Saturday 11 April: Wicked: For Good – Northmead Reserve, Northmead
- Sunday 12 April: The Bad Guys 2 – Upjohn Park, Rydalmere
Visit a local market
- Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market – Saturday 11 April. 8am to 12pm. Castle Hill Showground.
- Sydney Boutique Markets – Sunday 12 April. 10am to 4pm. Rouse Hill Town Centre.
- Dural Village Markets – Sunday 12 April. 9am to 2pm. Dural Country Club.
Other ideas
- Galston Valley Railway Open Day. Sunday 12 April. 9.30am – 3pm.
- Powerhouse Castle Hill. Open every Saturday and Sunday. From 10am.
- Rouse Hill Estate open to the public. Every Sunday. 10am to 4pm.
- Go for a bush walk. Here are our favourite kid friendly bush walks in the Hills.
- Go for a bike or scooter ride. Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths.
Other articles that might interest you:
- Autumn School Holidays Guide
- Activities and Classes Guides: The Ultimate Guide for Kids in the Hills
- Kid friendly bush walks in the Hills
- The Hills Sydney: Best playgrounds for Under 5s
- Pubs, Clubs or Restaurants with a Playground in the Hills
- Parks in the Hills with bike and scooter paths