Hawkesbury Show. Friday 19 April, Saturday 20 April and Sunday 21 April. Hawkesbury Showground.
Get ready for the biggest regional agricultural show in NSW – the annual 2024 Hawkesbury Show! From stunning fireworks to exhilarating rides and a spectacular celebration of Australian cultural and rural traditions, there’s three days of entertainment, activities and competitions to satisfy the whole family. Easy access, loads of free entertainment and expansive lawns ensure a relaxed and fun day out for the whole family.
For more information and to buy tickets see here.
Parramatta Council Outdoor Cinema Series
These April school holidays, City of Parramatta is delivering five free fun-filled family events throughout the community! Bring a picnic blanket, bring your family and friends and head down to a site near you and enjoy live music, kids workshops, roving entertainment and garden games, followed by an outdoor movie screening. Each event is free with food options available. Events will take place in the following locations, with movies starting from around 6pm. What’s on this weekend:
- Arthur Phillip Park – Friday 19 April – 62A Redbank Rd, NORTHMEAD – Sonic The Hedgehog 2 (PG)
- Sturt Park – Saturday 20 April – 12 Sturt St, TELOPEA – Space Jam: A New Legacy (PG)
For more info click here.
Sweet Delights Diner at Castle Towers
Little chefs are invited to the Sweet Delights Diner where they can craft delicious treats. Kids will assemble banana bite sundaes and decorate their own ice cream cones before scooping up their soft serve! Location: Level 2, opposite David Jones. Time: 10am – 2pm daily, walk-ins.
- Week 1: 15 – 21 April. Wafer cone decorating. Kids can scoop up their soft serve once perfected
- Week 2: 22 – 28 April (excluding ANZAC Day 25 April). Whip up Banana Bite Sundaes
Journey to Wonderland at HomeCo. Castle Hill.
Take a whimsical journey to Wonderland. Step through the looking glass into a fantastical realm, where enchantment comes alive through oversized teacups, colourful mushrooms and vibrant flowers. Enjoy a fun round of Putt Putt Golf, guided by the delightful Alice in Wonderland, the entertaining Mad Hatter and the slightly bossy Queen of Hearts! Plus, free White Rabbit Fairy Floss and face painting! All located on the North side at HomeCo. Castle Hill. Tuesday April 16 to Saturday April 20. 10am to 2pm. home-co.com.au/castle-hill
Youth Week
Youth Week is held state-wide in April each year with activities organised by young people, for young people from 11 to 21 April. Free films, festivals, workshops and art exhibitions are on offer to young people from The Hills Shire to enjoy in celebration of Youth Week 2024. Local events and activities this weekend include:
- Free film, food and fun times – 11 – 28 April at Rouse Hill Town Centre. Council has partnered with Rouse Hill Town Centre to make 100 of their popular Entertainment Bundles FREE with vouchers for a movie at Reading Cinemas, a meal and games at Timezone. More details here.
Children over 8 years are welcome but must hold a ticket and be accompanied by an adult. Maximum table size 10 people.
Pick your own fruit
Throwing all the kids in the car and heading off fruit picking is a great activity that the whole family can enjoy! It’s a great way to show kids where their fruit comes from while also being out in the sunshine and fresh air. We’re lucky here in the Hills to have fabulous farms right on our doorstep so the journey isn’t too far – as we all know, with young kids there’s no such thing as enjoying a long, leisurely drive!
Here are our tips for places to visit this Autumn. Most places charge a price for for what you pick. Also, things change due to seasons and weather, so make sure you check the farm’s website or Facebook page for opening times before you set off. And don’t forget to take your own bags.
Other ideas
- 360 Allstars at Riverside Theatres. Friday 19 April to 22 April. Book tickets now. BMX, basketball, breakdancing, beatboxing, acrobatics, drumming and more, the international smash hit returns!
- Rouse Hill Estate open to the public. Every Sunday. 10am to 4pm.
- The Farm at Lynwood Country Club. Every Sunday 11am – 2pm. Bring the kids along to see rabbits, birds and sheep! They’ll be entertained by the animal feedings and learn about life on the farm.
- 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:
- School Holiday Guide – Autumn 2024
- Best playgrounds for Under 5s
- Day trips from the Hills
- Parks & coffee – a mum’s perfect combination
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