What's On For Kids and Family
Events and kids activities for parents and babies, toddlers and school aged children in the Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Illawarra area.
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Discover events for children and the rest of the family throughout Illawara and beyond.
Stay 5 Pay 4 Special (January Only) at Holiday Haven Kangaroo Valley
Your Haven awaits!
- Kangaroo Valley New South Wales, Australia
January 9, 2027 - January 31, 2027
Family Discount Special at Saunaus Wollongong
Healthy, fun & memorable way to make the most of the school holidays!
- 388 Crown Street Wollongong New South Wales 2500, Australia
December 21, 2026 - January 29, 2027
Wisos – treat the family to a fun-filled day out! Barefoot Bowls & Kids eat FREE
Family friendly FUN every school holidays!
- 1-3 Foley Street Gwynneville New South Wales 2500, Australia
December 21, 2026 - January 29, 2027
From The Blog
Jul
28
Best Holiday & Caravan Parks on South Coast NSW (with Accommodation Available Over Christmas, New Year & January School Holidays)
Looking for holiday parks, caravan parks or cabins with availability over Christmas, New Year or January on the South Coast NSW? Parents Guide Illawarra has discovered these amazing Holiday Haven parks with accommodation still available for summer school holidays. Rare as hen’s teeth, these will get snapped up. So hurry, nab your beach cabin or […]
Jul
15
Best Inclusive Playgrounds in Wollongong & Illawarra
Looking for the best all-inclusive playgrounds in Wollongong and the Illawarra? Welcome! Here at Parents Guide Illawarra, we’re all about the best things to do with kids in Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama — and that includes helping every child play. We’ve partnered with the brilliant team at Play Illawarra to bring you this list of inclusive […]
Jun
17
Illawarra Playgrounds with Cafes: Wollongong Parks & Coffee Guide!
Looking for Playgrounds or Parks with cafes near me? Outdoor play is essential for kids’ wellbeing and development. And parenting is easier with coffee! Enjoy an Illawarra family outing to a new park and cafe. Parents Guide Illawarra (best things to do with kids in Wollongong) have teamed up with Play Illawarra (inspiring play for […]
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