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North Sydney Families Week: Free concerts, nature play and more this May

North Sydney Council

Families across North Sydney are invited to celebrate National Families Week (12–18 May 2025) with a vibrant line-up of free and low-cost events, from live music and markets to nature playgroups and a rugby league day with family activities. Recognising the vital role families play in building a strong, connected community, North Sydney Council is offering something for families of all ages and interests.

What’s on during Families Week:

• Sunset Series
  Sunday 11 May (Mother’s Day), 1pm to 5pm
  Celebrate Mother’s Day with a free outdoor concert in St Leonards Park featuring powerhouse vocalist Thando, plus kids’ activities, creative workshops, and a fun AFL activation with games and prizes. Bring a picnic rug and enjoy an afternoon of live music, community spirit, and family fun.

 

• Eco Playgroup
  Monday 12 May, 10.30am to 11.30am
  Nature play for little ones at the Coal Loader, encouraging hands-on, sustainable fun. Bookings essential.

 

• Free Parenting Webinar: The complexity of school refusal
  Wednesday 14 May, 7pm to 8.30pm
  A practical online session for parents, carers and educators tackling school attendance challenges.

 

• Writers @ Stanton Kid’s Edition
  Thursday 15 May, 4pm to 5pm
  Celebrate International Day of Families with author Melissa-Jane Fogarty in a storytelling and reading session for kids. Bookings essential.

 

• Rotary Crows Nest Markets
  Saturday 17 May, 9am to 3pm
  Browse fresh produce, crafts, and more at this family-friendly local market.

 

• North Sydney Bears vs Illawarra Dragons
  Sunday 18 May, 11am to 5pm
  Wrap up the week at North Sydney Oval with a day of rugby league and free family activities, including face painting, craft, bubbles and a visit from Barney the Bear. Children under 16 receive free entry.

 

North Sydney Mayor Zoë Baker encouraged families to get involved:

“North Sydney is a diverse community and we know that families come in all shapes and sizes. National Families Week provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate those rich social connections that strengthen us. These events have been designed with families in mind, offering a range of activities to bring people together and create lasting memories.”

For more details about Council events during Families Week, visit www.northsydney.nsw.gov.au/familiesweek

To learn more about National Families Week, visit www.nfw.org.au

 

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Contact details:

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9936 8196