Inner West Kids Fest

Vegetable Plot 

3:10pm

Serving up an award-winning blend of funky-fresh tunes, sweet harmonies, earthy grooves and thoroughly rotten puns, this 2 x ARIA-nominated bunch of roots musicians have grown into that rare thing: a "kids band" that adults enjoy listening to just as much as the kids. 

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Ryka Ali

4:10pm

Ryka's heritage stems from the Yidinji clans of Cairns, the Kuku Yalinji clans of Mossman & the Torres Strait Islands. A winner in the Young, Black & Deadly Talent Quest (2203) he is a proud ambassador for Australia's indigenous youth. Ryka has performed his presentations in schools, festivals and cultural events throughout Australia & the world.

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The Lex Man

5:10pm

The Lex Man is the musical alter-ego of Sydney musician, teacher and dad Alexi Collins. With catchy tunes, big energy and plenty of laughs, The Lex Man makes smart, fun music for kids that’s perfect for dancing, laughing and learning.

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Orbit Science Show

5:50pm

Orbit Centre of Imagination brings a fun, interactive STEM show where children explore science through hands-on activities. 

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TG5

6:10pm

TG5 is Australia’s newest children’s entertainment group, lighting up stages with high-vibing beats, epic dance moves and empowering messages. Meet Luna, Heartly, Stone, Aella & Violet, on a mission to spread joy, confidence, and creativity through music and dance. It’s fun, fresh, and made for the whole family. 

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Hug-a-Bug

Hug A Bug lets kids paint, explore, and interact with friendly bugs in a fun, hands-on experience! 

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Professor Peabody Puppets

Professor Peabody Puppets presents a lively Punch and Judy show, full of fun, laughs, and classic puppet antics for kids of all ages!

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Kids Circus

Step right up to the Kids Circus!  Enjoy thrilling shows, amazing stilt walkers, and fun-filled performances that will dazzle children and families alike.

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Inner West Council Waste Busters

The Waste Busters develop and run community programs that focus on easy ways to reduce waste and increase reuse and recycling. Currently the team are rolling out a bin tagging program, congratulating residents who are using the green and yellow-lid bins correctly and providing friendly feedback to those that need a helping hand.

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Australian Martial Arts Academy

Australian Martial Arts Academy has grown into one of the highest awarded martial arts schools in the world. Boasting over 120 classes every week and highly accredited instructors who have themselves their own amazing background in martial arts and competition. The team at AMA know how to make martial arts work for all ages from 18 months to adults, so that members can achieve the results they are after.

AFL

Test your skills with AFL’s Inflatable Ball Game! Kick, throw, and score in this fun AFL challenge for kids.

Inner West Magpies 

Get active with the Inner West Magpies! Kids can test their skills with handball challenges and the vertical leap test.
It’s all about fun, movement, and friendly competition, plus there are prizes to be won. Come along, have a go, and see how you stack up!

Inner West Council Children's Services

Come and say "hi" to some of our dedicated educators and learn more about Council’s Children’s Services. There’ll be some fun bubble play activities and you can also snag an Inner West Kids Fest temporary tattoo.

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Magic Yellow Bus

The Magic Yellow Bus is a free activities and community information service held at local parks. This mobile play group is for children aged 0 to 6 years and their families. The Magic Yellow Bus supports children with their families to develop language and literacy skills, extend their imagination in a fun environment, develop numeracy and cognitive skills, develop social and emotional skills, and learn to listen and communicate.

Paint Inner West REaD

Paint Inner West REaD is an early literacy movement that is driven by many champions across the community. Research promotes reading with children from birth to prepare them with the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond. We aim to make resources available for sharing stories by providing storytime events Book Swap Boxes across the Inner West. We have a book loving mascot, a pelican named Garranga Bumarri who loves to make appearances were stories, songs, and playing happen because books make brains grow! Join us for a storytime mat and find a pre-loved book to keep.

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Aquatics 

Inner West Aquatics and Recreation will be at Kids Fest to answer all your questions about our Swim School programs, including Learn to Swim and Squads, and to guide you through program options and the enrolment process. Drop by our stall for fun games, great prizes, and a visit from our Aquatics mascot Terry the Turtle, who’ll be there from 3.30pm to 5.30pm. Make sure you grab a selfie with Terry before you head off to enjoy the rest of the festivities!

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SES 

Hands-on fun with SES!
Kids can explore an SES truck, try a flood boat, the throw bag challenge, and haul Mum or Dad in a z-rig! Plus, Flood Water is Yucky, Paddy the Platypus, Spin & Win, and a marquee with local flood info for grown-ups.

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