Stuck for ideas on what to do these Summer school holidays? Don’t worry, we’ve been checking out the best new family-friendly movies you’ll all love, and a brilliant new show!

As always, I’m targeting movies and shows mums and dads will really enjoy too, rather than sit there bored!

Here are my top Summer School holidays movies…

1. – National Cinemas – WICKED Movie

WICKED Movie Review

A massive movie-hit around Australia and the world, we were privileged to attend the Sydney Premiere of WICKED the movie – and haven’t stopped singing yet!

Which is the best family movie to see these Christmas school holidays?

Released by Universal Pictures, this gorgeous Wizard of Oz timeline movie was masterfully directed by Jon M Chu and has already amassed over 500 million US dollars at the box office. But what you need to know is that school age kids up will be enchanted by this great story of the unlikely, charming friendship of two witches – Glinda & Elphaba. I love the moments of comedy and light-heartedness of the story. If you’ve seen the theatre show like us, we think you’ll love this adaptation too. Don’t forget to wear baby pink if you are team Glinda, and Emerald green if you are team Elphaba! WICKED is a great movie all around, and a must see whilst it’s still in cinemas so that you can soak up the vibe of all the other fans having fun getting in to it. If you’ve already seen WICKED, why not go again? There are even sing-along versions playing in many cinemas now!

Where can I watch the WICKED movie?

WICKED is only in cinemas these Christmas School Holidays.

When does the WICKED movie stop showing in cinemas?

The WICKED movie premiered in November 2024, and it’s now available to watch on streaming services. Wicked sing-a-long versions are expected to continue showing in cinemas well into 2025.

Watch our WICKED Sydney Premiere experience YouTube video here.

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What ages is WICKED the movie suitable for?

The general consensus age to watch Wicked the Movie is 6 and up – with parental guidance. Most of the film is light-hearted and fun, however especially towards the end it does get a little scary and dark.

See our Instagram post of our experience at the Sydney WICKED Premiere here

Thanks to Universal Pictures for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of WICKED.

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2. – Canberra Dendy Imax & national cinemas – MUFASA

We were excited to be invited to the VIP Opening of Canberra Dendy’s brand-new IMAX cinema theatre. This truly immersive luxury theatre has set new standards in just how good a cinema experience can be. On the night we enjoyed watching the Premiere screening of Disney’s new MUFASA: The Lion King movie.

Disney’s MUFASA: The Lion King Movie Review

MUFASA is Disney’s new musical movie. The prequel tale to the smash-hit Disney movie THE LION KING, in MUFASA we learn the story of Mufasa, Simba’s father. The tale follows Mufasa as a small cub, separated from his parents. Mufasa is saved by his new lion cub friend Taka, and other extraordinary characters who join together as a band of misfits. They embark upon an adventure across the pride lands, testing their bravery and friendship before Mufasa’s reign as Lion King. MUFASA takes what we know of animated movies and turns it on it’s head, taking it to a whole new level. The production quality is incredibly close to life like, and it’s very easy to become invested in this charming new Disney movie, especially viewing it on Dendy Canberra’s huge new IMAX laser screen.

Where can I watch the MUFASA movie?

The MUFASA movie is exclusively showing in cinemas these Christmas School Holidays.

When does the MUFASA movie come to Disney+?

The MUFASA movie is expected to be available for home purchase around February, and be able to be streamed on Disney Plus around March 2025.

What ages is MUFASA the movie suitable for?

The general consensus age to watch Disney’s MUFASA movie is 6 and up with parental guidance, or 9 and up is okay – this is due to scary scenes and violence (violent storms, lion stalking and fights). More on age appropriate guides at the children and media org here.

See our Instagram reel of our MUFASA Premiere night at Dendy Canberra here

Thanks to Dendy Canberra for inviting us to attend their opening night of their new IMAX to watch the MUFASA Premiere.

3. – National Cinemas – MAGIC BEACH the movie

MAGIC BEACH Movie Review

Alison Lester’s beloved children’s book MAGIC BEACH has been read to – and by – generations of Australians – and it’s now been transformed into a magical animated movie!

With book sales of over half a million copies, the MAGIC BEACH illustrated story book has been an Australian favourite for over 30 years. The MAGIC BEACH movie is sure to be a Summer school holidays hit! We absolutely adored it!

The MAGIC BEACH movie is a mix of live action and animation, and tells the charming childhood story of an enchanted seaside world where anything is possible. This timeless tale is brought to the big screen by Madman Entertainment, and is directed by Robert Connolly of Paper Planes and The Dry.

Special Event MAGIC BEACH Preview Screenings with Alison Lester!

There will be MAGIC BEACH preview screenings in Sydney with the author Alison Lester and director Robert Connolly (Paper Planes, The Dry) meet and greets and hear them introduce the movie (how exciting!) on Saturday January the 11th of January at the Ritz Cinemas and the Cremorne Orpheum.

Where can I watch the MAGIC BEACH movie?

MAGIC BEACH will come out in Australian cinemas from January 16, 2025 nationwide. You can watch the MAGIC BEACH movie trailer here.

What ages is MAGIC BEACH the movie suitable for?

The MAGIC BEACH movie is suitable for all ages, but especially suited for preschoolers to school age children.

Thanks to Madman & Arena Entertainment for inviting us to attend the Sydney special advance screening of Magic Beach with author Alison Lester and Director Robert Connolly.

4. – National cinemas – DRAGONKEEPER Movie

DRAGONKEEPER Movie Review

Calling all dragon lovers! The DRAGONKEEPER movie is a new animated film based on the multi award winning children’s DRAGONKEEPER series, showing only in cinemas these school summer holidays from January 16, 2025.

Kids can revel in letting their dragon imagination fly free with this exciting new movie from Umbrella Entertainment! DRAGONKEEPER is an adventurous dragon tale set in ancient China. Follow the story of Ping as she fights to protect a rare and precious Dragon Egg to save dragons from the brink of extinction and fulfil her destiny. This family-friendly movie sends a strong message, highlighting empowerment for young girls everywhere. Starring Bill Nighy (of Pirates of the Caribbean and Love Actually), Mayalinee Griffith and Bill Bailey (of Hot Fuzz and Black Books), DRAGONKEEPER is sure to be a Summer holiday hit – we loved it!

Where can I watch the DRAGONKEEPER movie?

DRAGONKEEPER releases in Australian cinemas from January 16, 2025 nationwide. You can watch the DRAGONKEEPER movie trailer here.

What ages is DRAGONKEEPER the movie suitable for?

The DRAGONKEEPER movie is suitable for school age children.

Thanks to Umbrella Entertainment for sending us tickets to DRAGONKEEPER.

Plus 2 special events in Sydney and Canberra…

Sydney Capitol Theatre – Jesus Christ Superstar

Sydney – the people have spoken! We were excited to be invited to the Opening Night of the Australian Premiere of Jesus Christ Superstar What an amazing show this is! Powerful rock-star performances filled with more than a touch of glitz and glam.

This thrilling musical features one of Australia’s most well-respected musicians and acclaimed recording artist, Michael Paynter as Jesus, musical theatre star Javon King as Judas and the incredible Mahalia Barnes, as Mary. Fabulous comedian, singer, and writer Reuben Kaye plays Herod and theatrical star Peter Murphy plays Pilate. What a lineup!

With lyrics and music by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, it’s no wonder JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a smash hit everywhere it goes. The show continues to travel Australia, so check for dates in your city following Sydney.

This is one for your musical-loving kids and teenagers. A very special school holidays family treat for Sydneysiders. It’s gone after January, so don’t miss it!

What ages is Jesus Christ Superstar suitable for?

The official recommended age to watch Jesus Christ Superstar is 10 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar?

Ticket prices for Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney start from $69.90 each.

What dates is Jesus Christ Superstar playing?

Jesus Christ Superstar is playing now and throughout the Christmas school holidays right up until January 26, 2025.

Where can I buy tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney and find out more information at the Jesus Christ Superstar Australia official website here

Where is Jesus Christ Superstar in Sydney playing?

Jesus Christ Superstar is now playing at the Capitol Theatre located at 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney City, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our night at the Opening Night of Jesus Christ Superstar here

Thanks to the Producers of Jesus Christ Superstar for inviting us to attend the Australian Premiere Opening Night.

Sydney Weekender – Visit Canberra to see Pompeii

Grab the family and book that flight or hit the road to visit our national capital city of Canberra, because there is a very special exhibition on right now at the National Museum of Australia.

Brace yourself for a full-on volcanic eruption at the National Museum of Australia and go and see “Pompeii – Inside a Lost City”.

We were very excited to be invited to the Opening Night of “Pompeii – Inside a Lost City”. This exhibition is an incredibly immersive, fascinating look at Pompeii – it’s times, it’s artefacts, architecture and people – and ultimately, it’s tragic end.

What ages is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City Exhibition suitable for?

Pompeii – Inside a Lost City is suitable for all ages, however note that every 15 minutes the area darkens and a loud simulation of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius occurs.

What dates is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City on?

“Pompeii – Inside a Lost City” is on now until 4th May 25, exclusive to the National Museum of Australia in Canberra.

Watch our Pompeii – Inside a Lost City YouTube video here.

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How much are tickets to see the Pompeii – Inside a Lost City Exhibition?

Adults $25, Children 5-16 12.50, Concession $20. Family $62.50. Children 4 and under go free.

Where is Pompeii – Inside a Lost City on?

Pompeii – Inside a Lost City is showing exclusively at the National Museum of Australia,  Lawson Cres, Acton ACT 2601 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at Pompeii in Canberra here

Thanks to the National Gallery of Australia for inviting us to the Opening Night of Pompeii.

Have you attended any of these shows or movies, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at December 2024 -January 2025 – movie and show information may vary accordingly – always check the official websites for relevant, up to date information and prices.

The Let’s Go Mum Family were invited guests to all of the above movies, shows and exhibitions. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.

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Stuck for ideas on how to spend some quality time with the kids (and get them off their iPads and Play Stations) these September School Holidays? We’ve got you!

We’ve been busy previewing the hottest Sydney shows & movies to see during these school holidays to keep the entire family entertained!

Best of all, it’s not just the kids and teens who are going to love seeing them – mums and dads are going to enjoy each and every one of these shows and movies too.

Without further ado, here are my top-5 family-friendly Sydney September School holidays shows & cinema…

1. – Sydney Opera House – Sunset Boulevard

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard had my family spell-bound.

Going to see Sunset Boulevard is not only the opportunity to give your family the unforgettable experience of watching a show at the Sydney Opera House, but also to witness the Opera & Musical super star Sarah Brightman perform in real life!

This kind of musical masterpiece doesn’t happen in Sydney every day, and it’s now playing at the Sydney Opera House. Grab the family and go see it these school holidays – before it’s gone!

What ages is Sunset Boulevard suitable for?

The official minimum recommended age to watch Sunset Boulevard the Musical is 12 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Sunset Boulevard?

Ticket prices for Sunset Boulevard in Sydney start from $52 each for seats in the Stalls.

When is Sunset Boulevard on?

Sunset Boulevard is playing throughout the September school holidays right up until November 1, 2024.

Where can I buy tickets to Sunset Boulevard?

You can get tickets to Sunset Boulevard at the Opera House and find out more information at the official website here

Where is Sydney Sunset Boulevard playing?

Sunset Boulevard is currently playing at The Sydney Opera House, located right on the edge of the Sydney Harbour at Circular Quay in Sydney city, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our opening night at Sunset Boulevard here

Thanks to Opera Australia and GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend the Sunset Boulevard Opening Night.

2. – Sydney Lyric Theatre – Hamilton, Australia

Join the Revolution and see HAMILTON the Musical, playing in Sydney for a limited time!

I had heard about HAMILTON for years but had never seen it, so when we received an invitation, you better believe I leapt at it with both hands – and what a show it is!

HAMILTON is the epic saga that follows the rise of USA Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honour, love, and a legacy that would shape the course of a nation.

I love how HAMILTON is set to a score which blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B, and Broadway effortlessly. It’s a modern take which at first is all so unexpected and yet it works so well, fuelling what is a very exciting tale of events that shaped history!

What ages is Hamilton the Musical suitable for?

The recommended age to watch Hamilton the musical is 8+. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney?

Ticket prices for Hamilton in Sydney start from $75 each.

When is Hamilton the Musical on?

Hamilton is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until January 5, 2025. It’s final season in Sydney!

Where can I buy tickets to Hamilton in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Hamilton the Musical in Sydney and find out more information at the Hamilton Australia official website here

Where is Hamilton in Sydney playing?

Hamilton is now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre inside The Star Casino, located at 55 Pirrama Rd, Pyrmont NSW 2009 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Hamilton here

Thanks to GWB Entertainment for inviting us to attend Hamilton Australia.

3. – Sydney Capitol Theatre – Sister Act

Sister Act is such a fun musical to enjoy with the family! The amazing Casey Donovan stars in this Divine Musical Comedy, now playing in Sydney.

Bursting with life, colour and song, Sister Act will have your kids joyfully wriggling along to the music in their seats!

Based on the smash-hit movie, this is a great feel-good show. Grab the kids and go and enjoy the Sister Act musical together.

What ages is Sister Act suitable for?

The official recommended age to watch Sister Act the musical is 10 and up. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Sister Act the Musical?

Ticket prices for Sister Act in Sydney start from $69.90 each.

When is Sister Act on?

Sister Act is playing now and throughout the September school holidays right up until October 26, 2024.

Where can I buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney?

You can buy tickets to Sister Act in Sydney and find out more information at the Sister Act Australia official website here

Where is Sister Act in Sydney playing?

Sister Act is now playing at the Capitol Theatre located at 13 Campbell Street, Haymarket, Sydney City, NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

Which hotel is close to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney?

The Kimpton Margot Sydney is five minutes walk to the Capitol Theatre in Sydney and are the official partner hotel of Sister Act.

See our Instagram reel of our special preview of Sister Act here

Thanks to the Producers of Sister Act for inviting us to attend an exclusive special preview.

4. – National cinemas – THE WILD ROBOT movie review

If you see just one family movie these approaching September school holidays, make it this one!

Which is the best family movie to see these school holidays?

From the makers of the beloved How to Train Your Dragon, THE WILD ROBOT is a gorgeous new adaptation of Peter Brown’s beloved, award-winning #1 New York Times bestseller of the same name, and the film stars Lupita Nyong’o, Pedro Pascal and Kit Connor.
THE WILD ROBOT is a truly gorgeous school holidays movie choice. My family loved it – it had us all completely invested the whole way through – and best of all this charming all-ages movie will suit everyone in the family!

Where can I watch THE WILD ROBOT movie?

THE WILD ROBOT is only in cinemas these September School Holidays.

See our Instagram post of our experience at THE WILD ROBOT Premiere here

Thanks to Universal Pictures for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of THE WILD ROBOT.

5. – National cinemas – Alien: Romulus movie review

In space no one can hear you scream…but you know where they can hear you scream? The movies. That’s where they can hear you scream.

Which is the best teen movie to see these school holidays?

Alien: Romulus – it’s terrifyingly good!

We were thrilled to be invited to the Sydney movie premiere of Alien Romulus. As soon as it finished my teenage daughters and I wanted to watch it again immediately because it’s so good!

Alien Romulus is well-worth watching and a great activity to enjoy with your older kids these school holidays  – but get ready to scream!

Where can I watch Alien: Romulus?

Alien: Romulus is now showing in cinemas nationally.

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Alien: Romulus movie Premiere in Sydney here

Thanks to 20th Century Studios & the Walt Disney Company for inviting us to attend the Sydney Premiere of Alien: Romulus.

Honourable mention – Road Trip to Canberra to see Chicago & Floriade 2024!

It really would be a crime to miss Chicago the Musical – on now at the Canberra Theatre until September 29, 2024.

Make a weekend of it and book a stay at the Ovolo Nishi Hotel, the official partner hotel of Chicago in Canberra. Then you’ll also have time to visit Australia’s biggest spring celebration, Floriade 2024!

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Chicago Premiere in Canberra here

Watch our Instagram reel of our experience at the Floriade media preview in Canberra here

Thanks to the Canberra Theatre & Ovolo Nishi for inviting us to the Opening Night festivities of Chicago.

Thanks to the ACT Government for inviting us to the Floriade Media preview.

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All information is correct as at September 2024 – theatre & movie prices may vary accordingly – always check the official websites for relevant, up to date information and prices.

The Let’s Go Mum Family were invited guests to all of the above shows and movies. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.

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There is SO much on these school holidays – why not treat those hard working school kiddos to something more than just the old-faithful video games, arcades or movies?

We’ve recently previewed a whole bunch of family-friendly fun for you these September School holidays, and much of it you can only see during the Victorian, Canberra and NSW September school holidays!

1. – Sydney – WICKED the Musical

WICKED Australia is the smash hit musical now playing at the Sydney Lyric Theatre.

The untold true story of the witches of Oz, this wonderful musical is such a treat to see. We absolutely loved it from start to finish, with its blockbuster musical hits, amazing effects and sets.

Before the show there are even special Wicked themed Green Elixer and purple Ozmopolitan cocktails ($22 each) for Mum or Dad to try!

Wicked makes a great Sydney school holidays outing for families with older kids and teenagers to enjoy together!

What ages is Wicked suitable for?

The official recommended age to watch Wicked the Music is eight and up. There are some scary scenes and loud noises that may frighten younger children. (All theatre-goers must hold a valid ticket.)

How much are tickets to Wicked?

Ticket prices for Wicked Sydney start from $69 each for seats in the Stalls.

When is Wicked on?

Wicked is playing throughout the September school holidays into the Christmas Holidays until 21st of January 2023

Where can I buy tickets to Sydney Wicked?

You can get tickets to Sydney Wicked and find out more information at the official website here

See our Instagram reel of our opening night at Sydney WICKED here

Where is Wicked playing?

Sydney Lyric Theatre is located inside the Star City casino complex, Pirrama Road, Pyrmont NSW – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

2. – Melbourne – LEGO® exhibition – RELICS: A New World Rises

Melbourne Museum is one of Australia’s best. We always try to drop in whenever we’re in Melbourne – they have some amazing exhibits, including a full-size, real dinosaur skeleton!

Right now the Melbourne Museum have another reason to visit. The extra-special exhibit for LEGO® Lovers RELICS: A New World Rises is a LEGO® Minifig bonanza. These LEGO displays look simply amazing but really, we would expect nothing less because they are all created by LEGO Masters TV show 2020 Winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler.

This first of its kind exhibition is definitely one to check out these Melbourne school holidays. Be sure to give yourselves plenty of time to explore the Museum too, it’s brilliant for kids and truly world-class.

What ages is the Melbourne Museum suitable for?

The Melbourne Museum is suitable for all ages.

How much does the Melbourne Museum cost?

RELICS: A New World Rises LEGO exhibition price includes your Melbourne Museum entrance.

RELICS Lego entry tickets cost:

Adult $27.50
Senior $22.50
Child/Concession $17.50

When is RELICS: A New World Rises LEGO exhibition on?

9am – 5pm during the September School Holidays right through the Christmas – Summer School Holidays

Where is the Melbourne Museum?

Melbourne Museum is located at 11 Nicholson St, Carlton VIC 3053 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

More info at the Melbourne Museum official website here

Melbourne attractions online pass

Alternatively, you can just visit the Melbourne Museum only without paying to see the special RELICS exhibition – buy standard $15 tickets online with standard entry tickets or you can buy a Klook Melbourne Pass starting from $68 which gives you the option to select from a range of Melbourne attractions including the Melbourne Museum at a discounted price. You can see the full list of Melbourne attractions here.

3. – Canberra – Floriade flower festival 2023

If you think a flower festival sounds boring for kids you couldn’t be more wrong! Floriade is an amazing annual festival for every member of the family with its acres of stunning blooms, exciting garden paths to explore, plus more gorgeous photo spots than you can poke a stick at! There’s plenty of retail therapy of the garden variety too.

The kids certainly aren’t left out, and there’s even more than ever this year. The gorgeously decorated children’s gardens are always a hit – this year’s theme is Alice in Wonderland. There’s a super fun comical circus-style performance of Circus Wonderland: A Neverland Adventure in the new Wonderland Spiegeltent plus the essential big Ferris wheel ride and more.

Is there food at Floriade?

You won’t go hungry or thirsty at Floriade! There’s lots of yummy food stalls plus the delicious pop up Agostini’s pavilion Italian restaurant. Bars include the Bentspoke Brewing Beer Garden, Underground Spirits Gin Garden and more.

Is Floriade Canberra suitable for children?

Yes, Floriade flower festival in Canberra is suitable for all ages.

Floriade is free! There is no entry fee for Canberra Floriade.

When is Canberra Floriade 2023?

Canberra Floriade runs from 16 September to 15th of October 2023

What is Floriade Nightfest?

Nightfest is an extra after-hours (tickets required) Floriade event offering running from 28 September to 1 October. There are evening entertainment, food and drink offerings.

Is there a Floriade Tour?

There is a Floriade Tour available. Tickets can be purchased from Klook attractions here.

What time does Floriade open?

Floriade is open from 9.30am – 5.30pm every day (last entry is at 5:15pm)

Where is Canberra Floriade located?

Floriade is located inside Commonwealth Park, off Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

More Canberra Floriade info at the official website here
See our Instagram reel of our Floriade sneak peek here

4. – Sydney – Waru – journey of the small turtle – Bangarra Dance Theatre

Waru – journey of the small turtle is Bangarra’s first performance especially for young children. A story of discovery and survival inspired by the lives of green turtles. This charming immersive and interactive Torres Strait Islander culture dance performance is designed for small children ages 3-7 years to enjoy.

The show will also travel to several other Australian cities after the September school holidays, including Geelong, Goulburn, Shoalhaven, Cairns and Darwin.

How much do tickets to Waru cost?

Tickets to Waru – journey of the small turtle are $35 each or $30 each if you are buying four tickets.

When is Waru Journey of the Small Turtle on?

Waru Journey of the Small Turtle is on from 28 September to 14 October 2023

Where is the Bangara Dance Theatre?

Bangara Dance Theatre is located on Wharf 4/5, 15 Hickson Rd, Dawes Point NSW 2000 – you’ll find it on Google Maps here.

More info and tickets for Waru can be found on the official website here

5. – Sydney – Jurassic World – The Exhibition

Take a stroll around some of the biggest, most life-like dinosaur robots ever at Jurassic World – The Exhibition.
We got a sneak peek of the new Jurassic World: The Exhibition at Sydney Olympic Park and it’s…huge!

What ages are suitable for Jurassic World – The Exhibition?

Adults and families with school aged children and teenagers – not suitable for kids who may be frightened of big moving robots and loud noises.

What dates are Jurassic World – The Exhibition on?

From September 22nd
More info and tickets at the official website here

See our Watch our Jurassic World Exhibition Instagram reel here

Where is Jurassic World: The Exhibition Sydney located?

 Jurassic World: The Exhibition is located in the SuperLuna Pavilion, Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park – you can find it on Google Maps here.

Special Mention – coming in October….

Sydney (& Gold Coast, Melbourne) – Monster Jam

Rev-heads alert! Monster Jam monster trucks return to Melbourne, Sydney and the Gold Coast in October 2023 – mark it in your calendar for a brilliant night of motorsport awesome stunts and family fun!

Monster Jam® is perfect for the whole family – we absolutely love it, and this year there will be exciting new Marvel monster trucks, including The Amazing Spider-Man, Iron Man, Black Panther and Thor! Plus the old favourites Grave Digger®, Max-D™ and Megalodon®.

What ages is Monster Jam suitable for?

All ages but consider bringing noise blocking headphones for little ones to help mute those noisy, revving engines!

How much does Monster Jam cost?

Monster Jam ticket prices cost from $27.50 (Child) $42.50 (Adult).

What are the Monster Jam Australia dates?

Monster Jam dates are Melbourne, October 7 2023, Sydney October 14 2023 and Gold Coast, October 21 2023

Where can I buy Monster Jam tickets?

More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram Monster Jam 2022 reel here

Where is Monster Jam?

In Sydney, Monster Jam is held in the Accor Stadium Australia, Edwin Flack Ave. Sydney Olympic Park, Sydney – you can find it on Google Maps here.

Have you attended any of these events or shows, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at September 2023 – theatre, exhibition, show and event prices may vary accordingly – always check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.

The Let’s Go Mum Family were invited guests to all of the above shows and events and personally have (or will) attend many of them. As always, all opinions remain firmly my own.

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Where can I watch the Sydney NYE fireworks with the kids?

Being at Sydney Harbour on New Year’s Eve is always a memorable way to ring in the New Year, but when you become a parent you may suddenly realise that going to the fireworks isn’t quite as easy as it used to be.

It’s not like you can just turn up and hang out like you used to! Negotiating the jostling crowds along the Harbour-front pavements or staking out a spot for twelve hours for a free vantage point is unlikely to be an option now you have kids along with you. Enter: Bridgeview!

Bridgeview New Year’s Eve event at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

When we discovered the Bridgeview New Year’s Eve event at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney we found it to be a fantastic way for families to enjoy the Sydney fireworks.

At Bridgeview you can spread out your picnic blanket and listen to live music as you watch the kids run around and play.

Throughout the night you’ll be entertained by live bands and a DJ playing a wide genres ranging from the rock and roll classics to the latest hits.

The dance floor is the perfect place to get moving and have even more fun together, especially between the family and midnight fireworks!

You don’t even have to worry about bringing along food for everyone, because a personal picnic hamper is included in each ticket price.

Because Bridgeview is a family friendly ticketed event, there’s plenty of room to move with no big crowds – and so no worries!

Best of all, you have centre-stage views right across Sydney Harbour to the Harbour Bridge for the main event – the world-famous Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks!

What’s in your included picnic hamper

Every ticket to Bridgeview includes a picnic hamper full of delicious food.

You pass through the hamper and water pick up stand after the ticket scan and bag security check near the main entrance.

Inside your supplied picnic hamper you’ll find several courses including an entrée, main and dessert, plus snacks and a bottle of water (there are water refill stations on site). There’s even a late-night supper included.

You also get a voucher for a pie and an ice cream to pick up from the special stands during the evening.

You won’t go hungry at Bridgeview!

Vegetarian, vegan and lactose intolerance options available

Vegetarian and other menu options such as vegan, lactose free and halal picnic hamper choices are all catered for. Just be sure to nominate your special menu upon booking.

Popcorn, Sweets, Snacks and Coffee

If you’re still seeking out snacks for the kids or yourself, you can purchase sweets and popcorn from a special stand, plus you can buy nachos, chocolate and coffee from a barista station.

An alcoholic and non-alcoholic bar

There is also a bar at Bridgeview serving both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and snacks throughout the night.

A Free Drinking Water Station

There’s water on tap too, for free at the water fill station, where you can refill your supplied water bottle.

The best Sydney fireworks spot for families

At Bridgeview, all you need to do is sit back and relax during the lead-up to the best New Year’s Eve fireworks shows in the world.

You’re able to enjoy the evening with your family, safe in the knowledge that you’re positioned above the Sydney New Year’s Eve crowds below. Perfect!

All of this makes the Bridgeview experience a great New Year’s Eve choice for families.

Watch the official Youtube video to see what Bridgeview is like

Watch our Instagram Reel of our night at Bridgeview here

Sydney NYE Event 2023 – Bridgeview at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Sydney planning information

Event date & time: New Year’s Eve 2023 – Saturday, December 31st, 2023, to 6:00pm – Sun, Jan 1st, 2024, 1:00am

Suitable for: all ages

How much: 2023 ticket prices to be confirmed  (tickets were AUD $396.47 each in 2022)

Tickets will be available from here

Each Bridgeview ticket purchase helps to support the Royal Botanic Gardens’ valuable science, conservation and horticulture work.

How to get to the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney

Bridgeview event location: Tarpeian Lawn, Royal Botanic Gardens Sydney

Where to enter: The entrance to Bridgeview is off Macquarie Street, which is closed to traffic on New Year’s Eve.

What to bring (and not to!): One of the best things about the supplied picnic hampers and water bottle it’s that you don’t have to carry food.

Do bring a picnic blanket to sit on but camp chairs and inflatable furniture are not allowed (pillows and low beach chairs are okay).

Don’t forget hats, sunscreen and wet weather ponchos to cover all eventualities. You can bring small fold up umbrellas, but not long ones. You can bring bug spray along too, but we didn’t need to use it.

You are permitted to bring and wear glow sticks and fun NYE headbands – but not party poppers or any kinds of crackers/fireworks of your own.

Also take note of this Bridgeview 2022 prohibited items sign on what NOT to bring with you…

Where to park: It’s a 15-minute walk to the Bridgeview entrance from the Domain Car Park. Closer car parks like the Opera House car park are not accessible on New Year’s Eve due to temporary road closures.

Closest train station to the Royal Botanic Garden: Martin Place Station is closest (950m) followed by St James Station (Circular Quay railway station is closed on New Year’s Eve from 5pm until Midnight)

More info on Sydney NYE at the RBG can be found on the official website here

Have you ever been to the Sydney fireworks with kids, or plan to go? Comment about your experience, or ask your questions below…

All information is correct as of January 2023 – please check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.

The Let’s Go Mum family partnered with The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney to produce this article. As always, all opinions remain firmly our own.

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Sure, we travel a lot during the year, but we love to stay close to Sydney around Christmas time whenever we can – because there is just so much fun stuff to do! Family theatre and shows, special events, the latest cinema smash hits…Sydney has it all!

We’ve recently previewed a whole bunch of Sydney family-friendly fun for you, and there’s some absolute rippers this year! So without further ado, and in no particular order – here are our favourite Sydney school holiday fun activities to do and see these 2022 – 2023 summer holidays…

1. Cinderella the Musical

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella the musical is a such a wonderful treat to see, and it’s now playing in Sydney right through the Sydney school holidays until the 29th of January!

We loved our night at this simply stunning musical theatre performance. There’s plenty of pre-show fun to be had at Cinderella too.

Take your photo next to the beautiful full-sized Cinderella style carriage in the forecourt. Inside there’s gorgeous Cinderella merchandise on offer, snacks and drinks including a special Cinderella-themed pink slushies served inside Cinderella cups.

Lavish costumes, wonderful musical numbers and the ever-magical tale of Cinderella will have your whole family spellbound during the show.

Grab your friends, pop your little princess or prince into their finest Cinderella outfits and get along to the Lyric Theatre before the stroke of midnight to see this absolutely enchanting musical. Because glass slippers are so back!

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is now playing at the Lyric Theatre until 29 January 2023.
Book your tickets now in person at the Box Office at the Sydney Lyric Theatre or online from the Ticketmaster official website here.

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Stalls tickets start from $69 each Buy tickets here
Where: Sydney Lyric Theatre (located inside the Star City casino complex, Pyrmont NSW)
When: Sydney shows end 29th of January 2023
More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram reel of our night at Cinderella here

Watch our night at Cinderella experience on YouTube

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2. – Lyle, Lyle Crocodile – the movie

We had such a fun time at the LYLE, LYLE, CROCODILE Sydney Movie Premiere!

Suitable for: Rated PG
How much: Standard cinema ticket prices
Where: National release – only in cinemas
When: From Boxing Day, 26 December 2022
More info at the Sony Pictures Australia official website here
See our Instagram Lyle, Lyle Crocodile Sydney Premiere reel here

Watch our Lyle, Lyle Crocodile Sydney Movie Premiere experience on YouTube

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3. Come From Away the musical

We were delighted to be invited to the opening night of Come From Away at the Theatre Royal Sydney.
This brilliant musical tells the incredible but true 9/11 story of a very special town in Canada.

There was so much talent and diversity onstage at Come From Away. We just loved this musical theatre show. The standing ovation nearly took the roof off, too – and that’s always a sign that this is a must-see theatre production.

Come From Away is now playing at the Theatre Royal Sydney until 29 January 2023.
Book your tickets now in person at the Theatre Royal Sydney Box Office or online on their official website here. There are currently some half-price specials during the month of December.

Suitable for: families with older children and teenagers
How much: 2 tickets for the price of 1 for some stalls tickets during December, starting from $49 each + handling fee of $8.95 Buy tickets here
Where: Theatre Royal Sydney, Sydney CBD, NSW
When: Sydney shows end 29th of January 2023
More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram post of our night at Come From Away here

4. – Puss In Boots – the movie

We headed along to see the special Australian Premiere of the much-anticipated DreamWorks movie PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH in Sydney at the State Theatre.

The event was so festive. Santa even introduced the movie – along with Puss In Boots himself!

The Puss In Boots – The Last Wish movie is such hilariously good fun. It was exactly what we expected from everyone’s witty, swash-buckling pussy cat in knee-boots – we all loved it!
Go and see PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH for yourself – it’s in cinemas from Boxing Day.

Suitable for: Rated PG
How much: Standard cinema ticket prices
Where: National release – only in cinemas
When: From Boxing Day, 26 December 2022
More info and tickets at the Universal Pictures official website here
See our Instagram Puss In Boots Sydney Premiere reel here

Watch our Puss In Boots Sydney Movie Premiere experience on YouTube

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5. Australian Geographic Our Country

We were excited to attend the global premiere of Australian Geographic: Our Country Immersive Experience in Sydney.

It’s hard to describe and do this multi-sensory experience justice here – you really need to be in amongst it in person to see and feel all the incredible beauty and wonder that is – well, our country of Australia!

This is a simply amazing experience that sweeps through the senses with jaw dropping cinematography. It makes you want to tour the entirety of the Australian continent immediately!

If you get the chance, go and see Australian Geographic: Our Country Immersive Experience.

Suitable for: families with older children and teenagers
How much: Tickets: $24.90 (child), $34.90 (adult) & $29.90 (concession) Buy tickets here
Where: ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour, NSW
When: Sydney showing ends 4 February 2023 – then it goes on national tour
More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram Our Country reel here

Have you attended any of these shows, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at December 2022 – theatre, event and cinema seat prices vary accordingly – always check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.

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My girls and I have been lucky enough to attend and review some of the hottest shows and movies in town lately! Each one has been an incredible experience and absolutely Mother’s Day gift-worthy! Both myself and my girls truly loved each experience – and what could make a more perfect for Mother’s Day gift than giving the opportunity for you to spend more time together? (Plus you can buy the tickets online – last minute Mother’s Day gift problem solved!)

In the order that we saw them, here are our three favourite theatre show and movie recommendations for Mother’s Day…

1 – 9 to 5 The Musical – in Sydney, then Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide

A smash hit in London’s West End, 9 to 5 The Musical is a bright, colourful, fun and often hilarious musical. Presented and introduced by the stunning Dolly Parton (a star of the original 9 to 5 movie), the all-star Australian cast (including non-other than Marina Prior, Casey Donovan, Erin Clare, Eddie Perfect and Caroline O’Connor!) is just amazing – such outstanding singing and dancing! To see so much talent together on one stage is a real treat. It was clear that entire theatre audience was absolutely loving the show – everyone was roaring, laughing and basically riveted- especially us! Family friendly and lots of fun, don’t miss 9 to 5 The Musical – it makes a wonderful night out! But hurry – Sydney closes this weekend on Mother’s Day, so get your tickets now!

You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase your tickets to 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL in person at the Capitol Theatre box office. 

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Standard Ticket from $79 each Buy tickets here
Where: Capitol Theatre, Sydney
When: Sydney shows end on Mothers Day 08/05/2022, show then moves on to Brisbane (May), Melbourne (July) and Adelaide (October)
More info and tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram post about 9 to 5 The Musical with more photos here

Watch our 9 to 5 The Musical special performance experience on YouTube

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2 – Downton Abbey – A New Era movie

You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase cinema tickets at most large cinemas

Suitable for: Rated PG
How much: Standard cinema ticket prices
Where: National release – only in cinemas
When: From April 28th 2022
More info and tickets at the Universal Pictures official website here
See our Instagram post about the Downton Abbey Premiere with more photos here

Watch our Downton Abbey Sydney Movie Premiere event on YouTube

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3 – SIX The Musical – in Canberra, then Adelaide, Melbourne, New Zealand, Brisbane

Rock concert meets musical theatre, SIX THE MUSICAL is a high energy, often hilarious modern re-telling of the stories of the wives of Henry VIII. With no interval and high energy, super-catchy numbers, this is an incredibly entertaining show that grabs you and doesn’t let you go from start to finish. From the moment the curtain raises the six Queens absolutely own the stage. Incredible dancing and singing rule the Royals here, with glitter, glam and a whole lot of sass – this musical is an absolute don’t-miss, and perfect for you and mum to enjoy together – because Queens Rule!

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Canberra Premium Ticket $119 each Buy tickets from the Canberra Theatre here
Where: Canberra Theatre, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
When: Canberra shows end on 15/05/2022, show then moves on to Adelaide, Melbourne, New Zealand and Brisbane
More info and national tickets from the SIX official website here
See our Instagram post about SIX The Musical with more photos here

Watch our SIX Canberra Opening Night experience on YouTube

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4 – An American In Paris – The Musical – in Sydney, Perth, Adelaide

An absolute smorgasbord for the eyes, this old school Broadway musical is a sheer delight to witness. The Australian Ballet meets Musical Theatre to bring technical dancing to this gorgeously romantic musical. The result – incredible dancing AND singing which you simply never want to end. The Gershwin score soars as you follow this comedy of romantic errors between a young American soldier and a beautiful French girl (Robbie Fairchild & Leanne Cope) – with the audience alternately squealing, laughing and clapping spontaneously along – it’s just-that-good! This is the perfect mother-daughter evening out – what a wonderful Mother’s Day gift this would make!

You can use your NSW Discover Vouchers or NSW Parent Vouchers when you purchase your tickets to An American In Paris at Theatre Royal Sydney

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Ticket from $89.95 (average $129.95) each Buy tickets here
Where: Theatre Royal, Sydney
When: Sydney shows end on 12/06/2022, show then moves on to Perth (July) and Adelaide (January 2023)
More info and national tickets at the official website here
See our Instagram post about An American In Paris with more photos here

Watch our An American In Paris Opening Night experience on YouTube

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Need more ideas? Check out our April movie reviews here

Have you attended any of these shows, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at May 2022 – theatre seat prices vary according to their position – please check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.

We were invited guests to all of the above shows and movie, and I speak from personal experience. As always, all opinions remain firmly my own.

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1 – Last call! The Sydney Royal Easter Show

If you haven’t taken the kids to the Sydney Royal Easter Show yet – well, you’re really missing out! This year you can walk through the actual Big Brother House, do the animal walk to see chickens, sheep, horses and feed and pet all the animals in the Farmyard Nursery (get a photo of the kids holding a baby lamb there!).

Then go watch impossibly muscled up men at the wood chopping arena – where else can you see it, after all?!  Eat your fill of the most incredible array of (absolutely delicious) show food, watch the street parade, check out the crafts where you’ll find incredible cakes, pet all kinds of dogs (maybe not the cats!), visit the Lifestyle Pavilion to have scones with the CWA ladies, sit atop a Police motorcycle, get a free RAT test from the NSW Gov stand and lay in a row of massage chairs. Aaah!

Then maybe stray to the different ride carnivals, ride the big wheel, buy copious amounts of showbags (Bertie Beetle bags are the cheapest at $3 but the big name bags such as Sonic, Paw Patrol & CoComelon are in the $20’s) and finish off the day with some Didgeridoo Fireworks! Phew!

Don’t forget to buy tickets online before you go as they do sell out. Public transport is included in your ticket, or if you’re driving be sure to book first – P1 is your closest Sydney Olympic Park Easter Show parking station choice.

NSW Government Discover NSW & Parents NSW Vouchers may be used when purchasing Carnival Fun Pass Credits via the Carnival Fun Pass App but not entry tickets into the show

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Standard $41, Concession $31, Kids Day Tuesday $12,  Buy tickets at Ticketmaster here
Where: Sydney Olympic Park
When: Ends Easter Tuesday, 19/04/2022
More info at the official website here

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2 – Sydney Tower Eye Sydney’s Highest 80s Arcade event

It’s time to party like it’s 1981 – a time when perms were socially acceptable, as were bubble gum jeans and enormous hoop earrings. Yes, that was me – and not that much has changed! Take a ride up the Sydney Tower where you will find it has been transformed into an 80s video arcade for the holidays! You get to play on 80’s arcade games to your heart’s content – what’s not to love? No coins required, because it’s included in your general entrance ticket. If ever you needed an excuse to visit the Sydney Tower Eye, then this is it! Table Top Pac Man, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong, Upright pin ball machines, twin car racers, twin motor bikes, dance video games and heaps more are all there for the playing.

Checking out the amazing 360 degree views of Sydney city and beyond from the massive windows is pretty cool too.

There’s even an over 18’s night time bar sessions – how fun that would be (I can dream)!

Grab your 80’s fluro (okay, so you don’t need to go QUITE as over the top as we did at the media event) and get UP there!

Suitable for: school age children to (tragic 80’s!) adults
How much: Family daytime access inc. 80s game play: Adults $31.50, Child $23 (ages 3-15yrs), Student or Senior $24, Children under 3 are free
Night-time bar event for over 18s inc. 80s game play: Standard Entry: $55 and Premium Entry $65 which includes a cocktail, hotdog, icecream and glow accessories (Wow!)  Book online at the official website
Where: Sydney Tower Eye, Sydney CBD
When:
Daytime: 1st to the 30th April 2022 (stay as long as you like!)
Night-time: April 8, 9, 22, 23, 29, 30 (two sessions, 6pm and 9pm)
More info at the official website here

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3 – Sydney Raging Waters are open during April holidays!

Sydney Raging Waters is awesome fun, and you may not realise that they are still open these April school holidays! We had the best time when we were invited there earlier this year so I just couldn’t leave it out of our list when they invited us back again these holidays. There’s a special discount on right now too, which is buy one single ticket and get one half price – too good to miss!

Sydney Raging Waters is such a fantastic day out for the whole family. Take my advice and book a VIP Cabana so you have a cosy base to leave your gear in and order food from too. (I love that lazy factor!)

Ride the thrilling water slides (there are just so many of them!) for big kids, teenagers and parents or the scaled down version for the little kids. There’s water play areas for the non-swimmers, tiny tots and toddlers too. Catch some waves in the massive but gentle wave pool beach as lifeguards keep an eye out, or just go for a never ending floating ring circuit on the Dinosaur Lagoon. (Possibly the most relaxing heated pool activity ever!)

You can use your NSW vouchers to buy normal priced tickets here

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Save $10 by purchasing tickets online. Current offer buy one ticket get one at half price.
Adult $49.99 online (2 for $74.99 – can’t use NSW vouchers on this offer), Kids/Seniors (over 60yrs) $44.99 online  Buy tickets at the official website here
Parking: $10 per car
Where: Blacktown
When: Saturday 9th April to Sunday 24th April
More info at the official website here

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4 – Sydney Aquarium & Sydney Zoo Peppa Pig event

Invited and we couldn’t make it to this one too, but we’ve seen the SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo pics for this event and can’t imagine any toddler, preschooler or kindergarten Peppa fan wouldn’t want to get to this event in a hurry!!

Even if they’re not keen on Peppa (as if!), it’s the Sydney Aquarium and Zoo, which are epic Sydney School Holidays ideas anyhow. We never, ever get tired of visiting Sydney Aquarium!

Join Peppa Pig on an interactive adventure at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium & WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo from the 1st – 30th April 2022!

Suitable for: small children
How much: Adults $58, Child $41 (ages 3-15yrs) Children under 3 are free, for two attractions – so BOTH the Aquarium and Zoo  Buy tickets at the official website
Where: Sydney Aquarium, Darling Harbour
When: 1st to the 30th April 2022
More info at the official website here

5 – Disney+ Drive In at Openair Cinemas

Throw up the hatchback, pull out the fairy lights and cushions and sit back in your car for a Disney classic movie at the Openair Cinema’s Drive In. I don’t remember Drive ins ever being as fun as this one, with roller skating snack delivery waiters and a huge light-up mickey ears installation to take your own super-cool Instagram shots beneath. Don’t worry if you don’t have a car – couples can snuggle down in the red bean bags of the Doordash “The Park” and watch the show with their very own volume-controlled radio! Order your dinner with Doordash for a 30% discount and have it delivered to you without even lifting a finger thanks to QR codes. Supermarkets and cooking are soooo last school hols!

Drive In patrons (and mums and dads) never had it so good.

Suitable for: all ages
How much: Check website for next year
Where: Commbank Stadium, Parramatta
When: Ends Easter Sunday
More info at the official website here

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Need more ideas? Check out our Australian school holidays movie reviews here

Have you attended any of these activities, or do you plan to go? Tell me, or ask your questions in the comments below…

All information is correct as at April 2022 – please check the official websites as linked above for relevant, up to date information and prices.

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If you’re looking to spoil yourself and your loved ones on your next Sydney trip, you can’t beat the Langham Sydney for pure 5 star luxury and indulgence.

We recently stayed with The Langham Sydney and discovered that it isn’t just a hotel stay – it’s a total experience!

Our Langham hotel stay

From the moment we arrived at the hotel, the Langham Concierge and Porters tended to our every need. Literally taking the keys – and the worries from me.

If you are self-driving like we were, you can take advantage of hotel valet parking, or self park in the nearby Barangaroo Point Wilson carpark station.

For me, valet parking was just so easy. Pull up at the front door, and everything is taken care of. It was raining lightly, but that was no problem. The Concierge had us covered – with umbrellas from the car door!

The Concierge saw us into the hotel as our cases were retrieved by the Langham Porters and the car was whipped away by staff.

Watch our Langham Sydney hotel tour video

See the Langham Concierge welcome, valet parking and more in our Youtube video here.

The Langham Sydney Reception experience

The Langham check in experience is a seamless one.

We entered the stunning boutique style marble lobby, complete with Baby Grand piano. It’s a grand private manor feel with an emphasis on beauty and grace.

We were quickly checked in, and headed up to settle in to our room.

Our welcome gift – a Langham Sydney high tea!

We took the elevator to the first floor. Our bags were promptly portered up to us.

Upon entry to our hotel room we were welcomed with a gorgeous surprise welcome gift –  a high tea plate of delicious petit fours, chocolates, fruit and other delicacies. What a lovely way to start our Langham stay!

Our Langham Sydney city double hotel room

Out Langham city hotel room was elegant and comfortable.

Decorated with bespoke furniture, a charming Parisian style French door balcony opened out into the beautiful treetops of Kent Street.

Take a look around our Langham room in this video

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The twin double beds were made up with crisp, clean bedding which we later found to be very comfortable. A pillow menu was available.

A large wardrobe housed decadently thick bathrobes and slippers, as well as the essentials such as an umbrella and a safe for valuables or passports.

Although the room had a boutique hotel feel, the modern essentials weren’t neglected.

Opposite the beds was a flat screen TV, and there were enough power points to charge every device (even I) could ever need.

I was pleased to find a Nespresso coffee machine, and there was an excellent selection of teas.

A well stocked mini bar draw and bar fridge stocked with wines & soft drinks were housed in the cabinet beneath the TV.

We certainly wanted for nothing during our stay.

Our hotel room ensuite bathroom

The large and luxurious bathroom featured double vanities, a bathtub and a large shower with a rain shower head.

There was a heated towel rail, a hairdryer, ample luxury toiletries and large, fluffy towels.

Langham Sydney Hotel facilities

Dining at The Langham Sydney

The Langham Sydney’s Kitchens on Kent restaurant is located on the ground floor, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus delectable British-inspired afternoon teas.

I have to admit that breakfast is my favourite part of a hotel stay, and breakfast at the Langham Sydney was a delight.

With waiters on hand ready to attend your every need, a Barista to create your favourite coffee, and an egg chef to whip up a delicious omelette to go with your full buffet breakfast – what more could you ask for to start your day?

Australian, Asian & European breakfast staples, including bacon, breakfast sausages, mushrooms and scrambled eggs are all available.

The kids aren’t forgotten either, with Coco Pops & other breakfast cereal selections to choose from.

Of course there’s toast, juices, fruit selections & pastries galore. Perfect!

Room Service QR Codes

One big change we’ve found in hotels over the last couple of years is the emergence of QR Codes for hotel room services.

The Langham Sydney had a QR Code for their pillow menu and for Room Service. The in room dining offered an excellent selection of meals and snacks available until 10:30pm.

The Observatory Bar

The Observatory Bar located on the ground floor offers a range of wines and cocktails, as well as cuisine such as shared-type food.

This exclusive lounge bar is ideal to have a intimate drink before a show, try an exotic cocktail, or catch up with business collegues or friends.

Day Spa By Chuan & the Langham Health Club Gym for hotel guests

On the basement level of the Langham Sydney you’ll find the Day Spa. Here all kinds of pampering treatments can be booked such as facials & massages.

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Take a good look around the Langham Sydney Health Club, Day Spa By Chuan and the breathtaking indoor swimming pool.

Next door to the Spa you’ll find the Langham Health Club gym, a well equipped exercise & fitness studio for hotel guests.

Inside the gym are treadmills, exercise bikes, weights and more exercise equipment, as well as water and fruit to sustain your work out efforts!

One of the best hotel pools in Sydney

Also located on the Day Spa floor, The Sydney Langham’s hotel swimming pool is famous for good reason – it has to be one of the best hotel swimming pools in Sydney.

With twinkling stars set within the night-sky ceiling above, a bubbling hot jacuzzi on one side and a steam room accessible from the other, the indoor heated swimming pool is unparalleled for beauty and luxury.

Grecian style columns decorate the Mediterranean blue tiled pool. Painted seaside murals grace one wall, adding to the carefree theme. Floating in the deep blue pool beneath the star lights above is a beautifully relaxing experience.

If you’re not a swimmer, there are comfortable pool side lounges around the pool which offer a great place for guests to recline, chat, read a book or simply take time out to enjoy this amazing space.

Business meetings, conferences & more

The Langham Sydney also offer several ballrooms & drawing rooms that serve as unique conference rooms and business meeting rooms, open for bookings via the hotel.

A centrally located hotel to make your Sydney staycation easy

Located at Millers Point in the historic Rocks District, the Langham Sydney is perfectly situated.

We walked across to Circular Quay and the Sydney Harbour front in the evening to view the Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge in only ten minutes.

At Circular Quay you can take a ride on a Sydney ferry to the famous Taronga Zoo or Luna Park theme park, have a harbour lunch cruise or thrill boat ride.

You can also catch a train or the Sydney CBD tram line to the city shopping district.

The Sydney Aquarium, Madame Tussauds and all the other delights of Darling Harbour are only ten minutes walk from the hotel in the other direction.

Sydney City shopping, cinemas and theatres are all just a five-ten minute taxi ride away from The Langham Sydney.

This quieter yet central Sydney CBD location is fabulously convenient.

Spoil Mum on Mother’s Day

A stay at the Sydney Langham also makes the perfect Mother’s Day gift!

Giving Mum the gift of a stay at the Langham means  she will be pampered like the queen she is!

She gets to spend her day in luxury. Perhaps include an indulgent spa treatment before floating beneath the stars in the huge and fabulous indoor heated swimming pool.

Alternatively you could take your Mum for an ever-so-posh Langham Sydney afternoon tea to let her know just how special she is to you.

Either way, your mum will be in heaven! (Can you say, “favourite child”?!)

An indulgent Sydney weekend stay

For a relaxing Sydney getaway, short break, a night at the theatre or just a weekend of fun Sydney city shopping, the Langham Sydney is the perfect luxury accommodation choice.

It’s rare to find a Sydney city 5 star hotel that actually ticks all the essential boxes for a great stay – location, luxury and comfort. Plus children are welcome.

Our stay at the Langham Sydney hotel was wonderful  – it was lovely to be so beautifully looked after. Why don’t you spoil yourself, and plan a stay at The Sydney Langham hotel too? You deserve it!

You can book your stay at the Sydney Langham hotel now at Booking.com .

The Langham Sydney hotel handy information

The Langham Sydney Address: 89-113 Kent Street, Miller’s Point, Sydney 2000, Australia

The Langham Sydney phone number: (+61) 2 9256 2222

The Langham Sydney distance from Airport: 9km – 25 -35 minutes taxi or uber drive. You can book a limousine from the airport with the hotel for *$120.

The Langham Sydney hotel valet parking is available for *$80 per night

Wilson Parking stations are also available at Barangaroo Point

*April, 2022

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Book your stay with Booking.com here

To find out more – visit the Langham Sydney website here

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Sydney mums, dads and LEGO enthusiasts big and small – did you know that Jurassic Park has arrived in Sydney?

Jurassic World by Brickman has moved from Melbourne, and is now installed and open at the Australian Museum! It’s the new Sydney exhibition for all ages.

The exciting new Sydney family LEGO exhibition

We were very excited to be invited to the VIP Preview and Opening Night of the brand new Sydney attraction. Located inside the Australian Museum, this LEGO display is the biggest of it’s kind in Australia!

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Ryan “The Brickman” McNaught was there!

Ryan ‘The Brickman” McNaught is Australia’s official LEGO certified master builder, and everyone was so excited to see that he was attending the opening night in person! As friendly as ever, Ryan chatted to the guests and even conducted a personal tour of the exhibition for the VIP Preview guests! Afterwards at the official event opening, Ryan conducted a question and answer session with the Australian Museum’s hosts. The LEGO fans (including us of course!) just couldn’t get enough of him!

A new LEGO Jurassic dinosaur!

A new LEGO dinosaur has joined the 50 dinosaur exhibition features too! The life-size Baryonyx dinosaur meets guests in the main entrance hall of the Australian Museum. Weighing in at 400kg, this new dinosaur was created using 102,317 LEGO® bricks, is 4.8 metres long, and is 2.5 metres high!

Wheelchair Access is available

In this new Sydney layout, the Jurassic World exhibit is spread over two floors, interconnected with escalators. But don’t worry – wheelchair and disabled access is available via the Australian Museum’s lifts.

A Sydney family exhibition must-see

This exciting LEGO show transforms Jurassic World — the blockbuster franchise from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment — into an immersive adventure that is the largest LEGO® brick experience in Australian history!

Entering through the huge and iconic Jurassic World LEGO brick gates is impressive enough, but inside you’ll find numerous themed dinosaur displays, DUPLO and LEGO brick building opportunities and challenges and 50 huge LEGO dinosaur installations made of over 6 million LEGO bricks!

Sydney LEGO fans of all sizes – don’t miss this special LEGO display at the Australian Museum – it’s must-see event, and only on for a limited time.

Sydney Jurassic World by Brickman dates

Jurassic World LEGO Sydney is running from the 5th of March until the 29th of May 2022

Located at the Australian Museum, William Street, Sydney CBD

The exhibition will be moving on to Brisbane, Australia following Sydney

How to book tickets to Jurassic World LEGO

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If you’re looking for a family-friendly luxury hotel in the Hills District of Sydney, the Rouse Hill Mercure is a convenient and comfortable accommodation option.

We took a trip out to the Hills District of Sydney and decided to stay in a hotel there as a base for the area, as it is an hour’s drive in the heavy Sydney traffic. Whilst this particular Sydney Mercure restaurant was the only hotel choice in the suburb of Rouse Hill, it did prove to be a great choice for a comfortable and convenient stay.

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24 hour hotel check in

Whilst not a large four and a half star hotel, the Mercure Rouse Hill, an Accor group hotel, has a more boutique hotel feel. The hotel has a small but welcoming reception and lounge area, offering lounge seating and a big screen tv.

With 24 hour check in, there’s no need to worry if you are going to arrive late to the hotel.

At first glance it would appear that the entrance to the hotel is directly from the busy Windsor Road which the hotel fronts, however access at the rear, via the carpark behind it. This is accessed through the Fiddler Hotel carpark entrance on Commercial Road. Parking is free, which makes a nice change for Sydney where hotel parking can often cost you another 30%-40% of your hotel room charge!

How much does a Mercure hotel suite cost?

As two people are the maximum number of adults allowed in one hotel room at the Sydney Mecure Rouse Hill, and children are classed as aged up to 12, my teenagers and I needed to book a suite for our family of three. We were charged an extra $50 to upgrade from a single hotel room to a one bedroom suite, bringing our room total price to $289 for a mid-week stay, which I thought was quite reasonable.

A personal, business traveler or family suite

Our suite comprised of three separate rooms. A bedroom, the lounge room and a bathroom.

The suite bedroom featured a large king-size bed bedroom, and the suite was adapted to fit three people by making up the pull out sofa bed in the lounge room. There was a short hall with a double wardrobe leading to the bedroom with one large bathroom/ en-suite off of the hall, opposite the bedroom. A large flat screen tv presides over the lounge room, and a smaller tv is in the bedroom. There is a small dining table in the lounge and numerous sitting and lounge chairs scattered around the suite.

Stylish room design & furnishings

Our entire suite was horse themed, as-in the “Old West” style, but in a very stylish way. A carriage light served as a bedside light, a side table was reminiscent of a cow or leather hide barrel – chairs were leatherette, throw pillows too and the walls sported horse, or a collage of carriage prints. Other throw pillows had horses racing across the bottom of them! It’s an elegant-meets-unusual hotel room styling theme that somehow works beautifully – and it isn’t the boring old white bed, white walls and metal table approach you often find in other hotels.

A large and luxurious bathroom – with a bath!

The bathroom was large and luxurious. It featured a modular, stand-alone bath – especially handy for those who need some relax time at the end of a long day, or for parents of babies and toddlers. A double vanity with large, well-lit mirrors and a double shower provided plenty of room for everyone, and there were ample thick bath towels supplied.

Power up those laptops, ipads and phones!

Including the bathroom ensuite, power points were scattered throughout the suite to service all those electrical devices that both business travellers and families simply can’t travel without now – especially when travelling with teenagers! Power points were also conveniently located either side of the beds.

Mecure Sydney hotel room four and a half star quality

With all the standard luxury features you would expect for the hotel room price point of almost $300, the Sydney Mercure offered sparklingly clean rooms and effective, controllable climate control. The beds, including the pull-out sofa bed were all very comfortable with good quality bedding. Although the hotel fronts the Windsor Road, the noise was barely discernable even though we were on the first floor, so room soundproofing is effective. Our room looked over a small balcony, straight over to Windsor Road.

Amenities and extras – what’s included in your Mercure Sydney hotel room

Good bathroom amenities such as shampoo, conditioner and shower gel are included. There were ample tea and coffee supplies with a capsule coffee maker, a mini bar fridge stocked with soft drinks and a chocolate bar (for an extra charge), a lockable personal safe, and an ironing board and iron.

A Sydney hotel swimming pool and gym

The Mercure hotel swimming pool, whilst always a welcome addition for families or active business travelers, is directly off Reception, and so in view of the Reception lounge on the ground floor. It is a compact and narrow pool – perhaps more lending itself to a short lap pool rather than a family fun area. That said, it would be a welcome relief on a hot West Sydney summer’s day!

The hotel also features a personal fitness gym, located on the first floor.

Where to eat & shop

Centrally located, the Sydney Mercure Rouse Hill is perfectly located for Hills District business, fun and activities. The hotel makes a good base for the nearby Rouse Hill shopping precinct, which houses several large chain stores such as Big W.

Breakfast is an extra $19 per person

The Sydney Mercure hotel breakfast is currently (February 2022) an additional $19 per person, and breakfast is offered at The Fiddler Hotel directly opposite.

Fast food outlets such as McDonalds and Red Rooster are five minutes walk down the road, although you do need to circumnavigate the hotel on foot, or drive out and around to get to Windsor Road where they are located.

Book your Hills District weekend away

Our stay at the Sydney Mercure Rouse Hill hotel made our Hills District Kellyville trip even more enjoyable and easy.

Book your stay at the Mercure Rouse Hill hotel now at Booking.com 

The Let’s Go Mum family stayed independently at the Mercure Rouse Hill hotel for this trip

Sydney Mercure Rouse Hill hotel handy information

Check in: anytime with 24 hour hotel check in service

Mercure Rouse Hill Hotel Address: Corner of Commercial & Windsor Road, Rouse Hill, Sydney, Australia

Mercure Rouse Hill Hotel phone number: (02) 8806 3969

Mercure Rouse Hill Hotel distance from Sydney Airport: 54km – one hour, ten minutes taxi or uber drive

Mercure Rouse Hill Hotel hotel parking: is available and free

Book your stay with Booking.com here

To find out more – visit the official Accor Mercure Hotels website here

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