GLOW at Sydney Zoo. Friday 10 May through to Saturday 1 June.
After two sell out years, GLOW at Sydney Zoo is back – BIGGER than ever before!
Immerse yourself in the largest GLOW yet, featuring new, never-before-seen installations, a reimagined and interactive light walk, and returning favourites like the iconic GLOW Lion Lantern, magical KIIS Eye Ferris Wheel, Glowy Golf, and the mind-blowing Vortex Tunnel. Explore the Aquarium after-dark and encounter hundreds of critters in the largest Reptile and Nocturnal house in the world. Plus food trucks, rides, GLOW bar and so much more. To find out more and buy tickets click here.
Fire Station Open Day. Saturday 11 May, 10am – 2pm.
Come and meet your local firefighters and learn about home fire safety at the Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) Open Day on Saturday 11 May. Many fire stations across NSW will be throwing open their doors between 10am and 2pm to showcase FRNSW’s broad capabilities. Children will be able to see a fire truck, demonstrations and firefighting equipment whilst the grown-ups will be able to find out more about home fire safety.
Castle Hill, Kellyville, Beecroft, Parramatta, Hornsby, Schofields, Seven Hills, Baulkham Hills, Riverstone and Blacktown are some of the local stations participating. Click here to find the closest participating fire station to you. (Stations in bold still to confirm participation.)
Galston Valley Railway Open Day. Sunday 12 May. 9.30am – 3pm.
Run by the Hornsby Model Engineers’ Co-operative, Galston Valley Railway is a miniature railway with a main line length of about 1km running through a picturesque bush setting, with a mix of steam and diesel trains. Great for little train fanatics. Currently, you must book in advance – visit the railway’s Facebook page for the latest information and for details on booking. Train riders must wear enclosed shoes.
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
- Discovery Walkthrough: What’s that Sound. Every Saturday and Sunday in May. Powerhouse Castle Hill. 11am, 1pm and 3pm.
- Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market – Saturday 11 May. 8am to 12pm. Castle Hill Showground.
- Dural Village Markets. Sunday 12 May. 9am to 2pm. Dural Country Club.
- 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.
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