Inner West Kids Fest

🌞 Inner West Kids Fest 2026 — Back at Enmore Park!

Get ready for a fun-filled day of music, crafts, games, and community spirit at Inner West Kids Fest, returning to Enmore Park on Sunday 15 February 2026!

Enjoy a mix of creative workshops, interactive games, art activities, and sports challenges with awesome prizes and giveaways up for grabs.

Plus, discover local food stalls and enjoy plenty more family fun under the summer sun.

So pack your picnic blanket and join us for the Inner West’s biggest family celebration of the year!

Food Stallholders

Bring your picnic blanket and enjoy a delicious snack from one of our local food vendors!

Chillato
Mikki's Paella
PangPang
Authentic Turkish Gozleme
Lemonade by Citrus & Sugar
Emba Kitchen
Bird & Ewe

Frequently Asked Questions

3:00pm for all programming and stalls. The event concludes at 7:00pm.

Parking is limited and we encourage you to travel green and leave the car at home. If you do drive, we ask that you adhere to any parking restrictions.

Food and drinks will be available from various stallholders. Kellerman’s Café at the Annette Kellerman Pool will also be open until 5pm.

You can, but we ask that they remain on a leash in all areas of the event and under control at all times, especially with young children around. Please be mindful that the area does get quite crowded.

Yes! This event is picnic-style so bring a rug or low chair to enjoy the performances and food offerings on site.

There is an accessible drop off point at the Southern edge of the park on Victoria Rd. There are paved paths available through the park, and accessible matting leading to the performance and workshop areas.

We will have noise cancelling headphones available at the stage Front of House operations tent which you can borrow. Please ask for our friendly stage manager for assistance. If you know you will require headphones on the day, please email events@innerwest.nsw.gov.au.

We will also have Sensory tents set up on the day for anyone with sensory needs. Please see our friendly staff for assistance. If you think that you may make use of these spaces at the event, please email us at events@innerwest.nsw.gov.au. Spaces are drop-in, and subject to availability.

Assistance dogs are welcome at this event.

All songs will be Auslan interpreted.

We encourage you to BYO re-usable bottle for use at the water stations on site. Recycling and waste stations will be stationed around the park. If you are bringing a picnic, please ensure you take all you rubbish with you.

First aid will be on site for the duration of the event near the entrance to the Annette Kellerman Pool.

The event will go ahead if raining and will only be cancelled in extreme weather conditions.

Kids Fest 2024

	Ryka Ali 3:10pm 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. Ryka Ali Instagram
	Inner West Council Aquatics Team Kids Dance 3:40pm Join us on the main stage for a taster of our upcoming Kids Dance school holiday program from the team at Inner West Aquatics and Recreation! Our Kids Dance classes are designed to enhance children's coordination, rhythm, and motor skills through engaging choreography and fun activities. Come and try before signing up for this exciting program, running at Ashfield Aquatic Centre this April! Ashfield Aquatics Centre
	Spaghetti Confetti 3:55pm Spaghetti Confetti play kids’ music for people of all ages. They cater for everyone, from risonis to rigatonis and the whole family will enjoy their pun and fun filled original rockin’ tunes. They were recently nominated for the Michael McGlynn Best Newcomer Award at the 2024 Australian Children’ s Music Awards (MMMAs) and have played shows supporting The Wiggles Sound System, The Beanies and Bluey (live). The band is made up of best mates based on Gadigal / Wangal country in Sydney. Spaghetti Confetti Instagram Spaghetti Confetti Facebook
	Angie Who 5:05pm Angie Who is a Sydney based independent artist, creating musical experiences that bring families together with whimsy, folky, bluegrassy family music, approved by mums, dads and grandparents all over the place. Fascinated by what happens in our brains and bodies when we sing together, Angie's goal is to arm families with songs for singing in the middle of the night and all day long. Her music is inspired by children and made for everyone. Angie Who Website Angie Who Instagram
	Lah-Lah's Big Live Band 6:05pm Lah-Lah makes awesome kids music and kids videos. Made by qualified musical educators and musicians, Lah-Lah encourages learning through musical play and interactive entertainment. Lah-Lah's Website

	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. Waste Busters Website
	Infinite Edge Join the Infinite Edge team for a fun-filled children's gymnastics circuit! Kids will take turns on exciting challenges, with our staff guiding them through each one to ensure safety and engagement. Don’t miss the fun! Infinite Edge Website Infinite Edge Instagram
	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. AMA Website AMA Instagram
	Koori Kinnections Create your own stone art in this hands-on workshop with Koori Kinnections. Learn about how and why Aboriginal Art was traditionally created and used, and take home your own stone art work (or hide it somewhere in the Inner West/park for someone else to find). Koori Kinnections Website Koori Kinnections Instagram
	AFLW Test your skills with AFLW's Inflatable Ball Game! AFLW will be giving away free tickets as well as a full season membership prize to be won. AFLW
	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. Children's Services Website
	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. Magic Yellow Bus Website
	Circusworks Circusworks provides original and eclectic circus workshops, playgrounds, events and roving entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Circusworks Website
	Wonders of Water Van The Wonders of Water Discovery Van is a mobile education vehicle that has been built to help engage the community about where their drinking water comes from, how it is treated, and to start a conversation about the importance of a resilient and reliable water supply. Wonders of Water Website
	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. Paint Inner West REaD Facebook Paint Inner West REaD Instagram
	Crafty Creations: Origami & Sumi-e Workshop! Dive into the enchanting world of creativity at our cultural workshop! Unfold the magic of origami and craft your imagination to life in this fun exploration of art and tradition! Supported by the Consulate-General of Japan in Sydney Consulate-General of Japan in Sydney Website Consulate-General of Japan in Sydney Instagram
	Inner West Council Aquatics Learning to swim is an important life skill, as well as being great fun! At Inner West Aquatics we are dedicated to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for children to learn and grow in their swimming abilities. Our Learn to Swim program is a great way for your child to learn new swimming techniques, improve their skills and gain confidence in the water, all while having fun! Come and have a chat with our staff to find out how you can start your child’s swimming journey today! Anette Kellerman Aquatic Centre Swim School