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Engage empowers parents and carers to engage with their kids on the Northern Beaches in Sydney.

11/08/2026

We are building something even better for you! 🙌

Three years in, and we’re just getting started.
With the support of our lead community partner TWO MEN AND A TRUCK, we’re working on something that’ll make finding things to do with your kids even easier – think themed browsing, a better discovery experience, and the ability to save and revisit what you find, all in one place.💃

Thousands of families are already using our website every month but we’re about to take it up a level!

If you haven’t used our website yet - you’re missing out 😉 There are over 800 listings showcasing things you can do with the kids.

Go have a look - the link is in our bio and please let us know if there are specific features you want and we’ll take note! After all - this is FOR YOU ❤️

𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗨𝗣?
To give you a taste of what’s on right now, we spent two minutes on our website and came across so much! The Mike Hewson underground art park (that finishes 23 August), a free family day at the aquatic centre, the circus in Manly, nature play events, kids eat free deals (some with live reptile shows), a picnic in the park with live music, a magic show and face painting, sensory sessions at the museum, a rock platform tour where families can explore local sea life, and a fun Doggy Dash event at in September and heaps more!

That’s two minutes of scrolling….

We don’t do much marketing - but here is our hot crack at it! 💥 We are putting everything we have into making this platform the best it can be, for you, please tell everyone - so that people find out about it 🩵

www.engagenorthernbeaches.com.au

06/08/2026

This Saturday, the 8th of August from 1-2pm, bring your duplicate Disney OOSHIES™ to any Woolworths or BIG W store to swap with fellow collectors. Don’t miss your chance to complete your set!

25/07/2026

Did you know… your next amazing weekend could be right here at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park?

Picture this: bikes at the ready, fishing rods in hand, little explorers racing ahead on the foreshore, and that feeling of finally slowing down together.

Here, families get the kind of weekend that feels like childhood all over again — biking, fishing, exploring, adventuring, and making memories that stick.

And guess what?
You could win a stay and have this whole experience for yourself.

Not following us on Instagram yet?
Hop to it — you don’t want to miss this.

Engage Northern Beaches

08/07/2026

YES! FREE POTTERY PAINTING IS BACK AT DEE WHY GRAND THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS! 🧑🏻‍🎨

Jennys Painted Pots pottery painting is back by popular demand at Dee Why Grand for the winter school holidays!

🧑🏼‍🎨 Head to Dee Why Grand with your little artists for some free pottery painting & craft between:

📆 Tue, 14 July - Thu, 16 July
⏰ 9.30am - 12.30pm, daily

🎫 No bookings required. Just turn up and enjoy!

❤️ Best Play Date EVER!

🎗️SAVE this one to your favourites!

This event is popular - a great activity for kids to enjoy together, or for parents to spend some quality time with the kids, at no expense.

📍 Dee Why

05/07/2026

If you’re looking for a fun family event – this one brings winter to life and our kids loved it!

☃️ Did you know Hunter Valley Gardens have transformed into a magical winter wonderland, just in time for the school holidays?!  We went along and had a great time together!

Families can enjoy a full day of frosty fun at Snow Time in the Garden, with:

❄️ Real snow
🌨️ Mega Snow Play Zone – our boys highlight! ✨
⛸️ Ice Skating + DJ 🎶
🐧 Penguin Skating for the little kids
⛄️ Giant Ice Toboggan
🎡 Entertaining rides
🌭 Food Trucks & Treats

With daily entertainment, roaming characters, winter-themed display gardens and plenty of cosy winter treats 🔥☕️

🚘 Only a two hours drive from Sydney or make it a short stay getaway! We decided to make it an overnight trip and stayed at - family friendly accommodation within walking distance from the gardens.  🛌

🎯 The kids LOVED the FREE games room and Jesse enjoyed some pool with Dad in the evening (also free).  Make sure you take a board game with you and head over to the library for a family game by the open fire 🔥

🎫 Ticket prices start from $31
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family Passes available
👶 An event for all ages
📆 27 June – 29 July, 2026

Core memories made for us ❤️

📍 Pokolbin, Hunter Valley

02/07/2026

900+ listings, updated daily - for you - to make it easy to get out with the kids!

A parent stopped me today and said “Thanks for sending the email today, you reminded me I needed to plan a few things for the school holidays. I checked your website, and (proceeded to show me on his phone) created a list of things to do in five minutes - it’s brilliant!”.

I was almost shocked, but then, I wasn’t because I know how hard the team work to make sure we have everything in one place for you! Big shout out to Malyn who manages our listings!

Off the back of the conversation, I thought it was worth spending the time pulling some content together for you - to inspire you to also go check out the website!

Swipe through this post for a cheat sheet and some ideas of things to do these school holidays, but make sure you visit the website as there are over 900 things to do!!!

You can keyword search any of the ideas on this post - on our website.

⭐️ Always check with providers directly in case of cancellations or changes

Have fun, and please share this with your friends - it’s for everyone! ❤️

01/07/2026

Major Fun Freshwater and Harbord Diggers are bringing all the goods to keep the kids (and adults) entertained these school holidays!

👉🏻 Swipe across - each slide has a detailed description of what’s coming up for the first week of school holidays!

👩‍🔬 Science Experiments
🎲 Family Bingo Parties
⚽️ Creative Soccer Workshops
🥳 $10 Entry to Major Fun
🙌 Free Drop & Dine extended

👉 SWIPE for all the info!

There’s so much planned, there’s no time to be bored !!!

🎟️ Book if you’re keen, there are limited spots.

All the detailed info on our website, just keyword search ‘Major Fun’

🔗 Link in bio.

Have fun 🎉

👧🏼 Ages 3 - 12
📍 Freshwater

Harbord Diggers

👩‍🔬 𝗠𝗮𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 👩‍🔬

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟳 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆
Get ready for Mad Scientist Experiments - a science workshop with interactive experiment and hands on activities!

Kids will step into the lab for a wild and wacky adventure and dive into a world of bubbling potions, explosive reactions, and hilarious experiments led by a crazy scientist.

It’s hands-on, interactive, and guaranteed to spark curiosity and laughter.

🎫 $25 per child - includes entry into Major Fun

📆 Session Times:

⏰ 11am – 12pm
⏰ 1:15pm – 2:15pm
⏰ 2:30pm – 3:30pm
⏰ 3:45pm – 4:45pm

𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗟 - 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝘁!

𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗼 🎉

𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟴 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆
Get ready for a high-energy twist on a classic favourite with Family Party Bingo!

This isn’t your average bingo - with music, dancing, prizes, it’s a heap of fun for everyone!

An exciting, interactive experience perfect for kids who love fast-paced fun and a party atmosphere.

🎫 $20 per child - includes entry into Major Fun

📆 Session Times:

⏰ 11am
⏰ 2pm

𝗕𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗦 𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗟 - limited spots available.

⚽️ 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀 ⚽️

𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆
Get creative these school holidays with Soccer Ball Workshops at Major Fun.

Kids will design and decorate their very own soccer ball to take home, combining creativity with their love of sport!

It’s the perfect mix of art, sport, and fun.

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Sydney, NSW
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Website

https://linktr.ee/engage_northern_beaches

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